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Lounge
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The Cottage 'Il Castagno' (Italian for chestnut) is situated in woodland (mainly chestnut - thus the name). It is accessed via a private road, 300 metres from the small hillside road that leads from the village of Partigliano. Further up the hillside (2 mins) is a very good restaurant called Guzzanello. The house is built into the mountainside in a truly peaceful place, totally unspoilt and commanding superb views across the valley into Celle di Puccini the birthplace of the composer Puccini and further to the snow capped mountains of the Apuan Alps. Il Castagno was recently featured in an ITV programme about interesting houses to consider purchasing in Tuscany.
Rental periods |
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| October - 21 December 2007 |
£300 |
| 22 December - 6 January 2008 |
£425 |
| 7 January - 1 April 2008 |
£350 |
| 2 April - 29 May 2008 |
£375 |
| 30 May - 31 August 2008 |
£440 |
| 1 - 30 September 2008 |
£375 |
| 1 October - 18 December 2008 |
£325 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds.
An additional 50 euros (approx £33) per visit is payable locally. This is paid directly to the person who arranges transfer of house keys at the end of the stay. Minimum stay in high season is one week.
Changeover day
Changeover can be flexible depending on other bookings.
Guests need to leave the cottage by 10:00am on the last day.
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| Bedrooms: |
Master bedroom with double bed, wardrobe, drawers and wonderful views.
Second bedroom with bunk beds.
Their is a sofabed in the lounge. |
| Bathrooms: |
Bathroom includes new shower, toilet, bidet and sink. |
| Kitchen: |
Kitchen includes cooker with 4 gas hobs, electric oven, double sink, washing machine, traditional pizza/bread oven, toaster, radio shelves and a storage area. |
| Utility Room: |
Iron, ironing board, clothes horse and vacuum cleaner etc. |
| Living Rooms: |
The living room is based around a traditional fireplace which is an atmospheric addition to the central heating in the winter. Includes sofabed and seating. TV, DVD and satellite. |
| Other: |
The dining table sits six people. |
Cleaning/towels/
linen/maid service: |
Towels and bed linen are included and are changed at the end of each stay. |
Notes on accommodation
40 minutes away from the beach. November to April is the ski season at the resort of Abetone, about one hour's drive away. The cottage is suitable for families exploring rural Tuscany, but also want to visit historic locations. Therefore, it also suits couples for short breaks.
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| hob/stove |
oven |
fridge/freezer |
washing machine |
| tumble dryer |
iron/ironing board |
satellite tv |
tv |
| central heating |
barbecue |
pets accepted |
Outside
Standing in grounds of nearly 2 acres of mainly woodland. Directly outside the house is a pergola for al fresco dining and a 2 person swing for children.
Coast/Beach
The Versillian coastline with the fashionable resorts of Viareggio, Pietrasanta and Forte dei Marmi and miles of golden, sandy beach are about 40 minutes drive.
Travel
The closest international airport is Pisa, 45 minutes by car with direct cheap flights from many UK airports. There are excellent motorway and rail connections from Lucca.
Distances
The cottage is in a very rural position but only 2 mins away from an excellent local restaurant. The cottage sits 1km away from the little village of Partigliano and 3km above the village of Valdottavo and 17km north of Lucca. Heading north is the beautiful walled city of Barga and the spa town of Bagni di Lucca with its fabulous open air spa water swimming pool. The delightful Cinque Terre - 5 amazing little fishing ports - on the Ligurian coast line are less than an hour away.
Further details
Nearest international airport: Pisa at 30 km.
Nearest beach: 30 km.
Nearest ferry port: Livorno at 40 km.
Nearest railway station: Diecimo at 5 km.
Nearest motorway junction: Lucca at 17 km.
Florence is one hour's drive away.
A car is necessary.
Booking notes
Deposit secures booking.
Balance is paid 8 weeks prior to commencement of holiday.
50 euros is paid locally at the time of handing over the keys.
Guest comments
Enjoyed a wonderful stay at Il Castgano. The local area really surprised us in terms of plenty to see and do. There is is a splendid restaurant right on the the doorstop but a car is very necessary for everything else. Ben & Joanne Lawson.
A very varied holiday including trips to the beach, walking in the mountains, cycling around Lucca and visiting spa baths. Nice family cottage. Margaret Docherty.
The cottage is wonderful, so peaceful and just want the doctor ordered. we had a wonderful time. And again thank you for a wonderful Xmas at your great house. Nancy & Milton, December, 2006.
We found the Cottage charming and idyllic. Jill & Martin January, 2007.
House swap
House swap considered.
For booking and further information
Alan Swain
Tel: (UK) +44 (0) 7918 677760
Email: Click here
Owners Website: Click here
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