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A farmhouse in Tuscany for holidays and retreats

A farmhouse in Tuscany for holidays and retreats

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La Rocchina
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Master
Kitchen
Kitchen

Overview of A farmhouse in Tuscany for holidays and retreats

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7120 sq m

Explore the area

Baggio, Pistoia (PT), Tuscany
  • Popular LocationVilla Celle20 min drive
  • Popular LocationHidron Pistoia23 min drive
  • Popular LocationPistoia Zoo24 min drive
  • AirportPisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)76 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Upstairs nook

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

A farmhouse in Tuscany for holidays and retreats

La Rocchina is a mountain farmhouse in Tuscany, Italy, 10 km from the medieval city of Pistoia, which is half way between Florence and Lucca and was named Cultural Capital of Italy 2017. This idyllic, secluded house was recently restored and is a perfect hide-away for holidays, gatherings and retreats. La Rocchina sleeps 6-7 people in three bedrooms and is available from April-November.

La Rocchina is one of three houses in a chestnut forest above the small hill town of Baggio. Getting there requires a 7-10 minute walk up a stone mule path from the end of the paved road (where you can park) or a 20 minute walk from the village bus stop. Guests should be reasonably fit and comfortable walking on uneven ground. Luggage and groceries are transported by 4WD on arrival and departure day.

The house is self-catering and has the following amenities:

Master bedroom (upstairs, sleeps 2 in double bed)
Bunk bed room (upstairs, sleeps 2 in single bunks or twin beds)
Bedroom/large living room with wood-burning stove (downstairs, sleeps 2 in single beds)
Stairway landing alcove (upstairs, sleeps 1 in single bed)
Small sitting room with wood burning stove (downstairs)
Well-equipped kitchen with gas cooker and wood-burning stove (downstairs)
Dining room (downstairs)
Full bathroom (downstairs) and WC (upstairs)
Entry hall with open fireplace
Laundry and utility rooms (cellar)
Electric hot water (except upstairs WC)
Pure spring-fed water supply – no bottled water needed
All linens, towels and bedding provided
Removable screens fitted on all windows
Outside piazza and stone terrace with eating area
No TV or landline, but reasonably good mobile phone signal
Free WiFi – 20 mbps
No outside fires in summer due to fire hazard
barbeque ok if permitted by local law
No smoking inside house
Firewood €5.00/box (for inside fires)
There is no pool or lake, but guests are welcome to use the private pool at nearby Villa de Fiori (20 mins by car) if eating a meal in their restaurant – a light menu is available. There is also a small but exhilarating waterfall in a mountain stream just 20 mins walk from La Rocchina.

Groceries, wine etc. can be ordered and stocked in advance of arrival. we live just 50m down the hill and are available to answer questions or give advice about the area.

Property manager

Jethro Pettit
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is fine outside the house

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Baggio

This holiday home is located in Pistoia. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Villa Celle and Corno Alle Scale Regional Park, while The Diocesan Museum of Pistoia and Museo Civico di Pistoia are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Tanilla's Park and MyKart Montecatini. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking, mountain biking and ecotours.

What's nearby

  • Collegigliato Piscina Villa Cappugi - 18 min drive
  • Museum of Pistoia Underground - 19 min drive
  • Villa Celle - 20 min drive
  • Hidron Pistoia - 23 min drive
  • Pistoia Zoo - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Corbezzi Station - 24 min drive
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Il Signorino - 28 min drive
  • Ristorante La Veranda - 24 min drive
  • Villa de Fiori - 16 min drive
  • Ristorante Pizzeria Le Forri - 21 min drive
  • Il 44 Parallelo - 27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A farmhouse in Tuscany for holidays and retreats pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A farmhouse in Tuscany for holidays and retreats?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A farmhouse in Tuscany for holidays and retreats?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A farmhouse in Tuscany for holidays and retreats located?

Set in Pistoia, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Collegigliato Piscina Villa Cappugi, Tanilla's Park and MyKart Montecatini. Villa Celle and Hidron Pistoia are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquillità
Posizione ideale x fare delle fantastiche camminate
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

sebastien G., Subligny

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un havre de paix à proximité des joyaux du patrimoine toscan
Remerciements à Olivia et Jethro pour leur accueil et la mise à disposition de cette oasis toscane située en pleine nature. Une occasion unique d'allier la découverte de la biodiversité et du patrimoine de la région. Le gîte dispose de tout le confort et le matériel souhaité pour passer un agréable séjour. Une étape incontournable et insolite hors des sentiers battus. Félicitations aux propriétaires.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christian K.

Beautiful tranquil farmhouse surrounded by chestnut forest
Whether you want to enjoy the nature of the Apennine Mountains or visit the nearby famous cities (Florence, Bologna, Pisa…) this place is extremely nice and charming only 20 car minutes away from Pistoia. The owners are very open, kind and helpful people. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Annie P.

Très belle maison !
Nous avons passé un très bon séjour dans cette belle maison sur les hauteurs de Baggio. La nature autour est magnifique. Jethro et Olivia sont très accueillants et de bon conseil pour les randonnées, sorties, visites ... La pizza du samedi soir rassemblant tout le village nous a particulièrement plu ! N'hésitez pas !
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Jethro Pettit

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We are Jethro and Olivia (early-60s). Jethro is a social scientist and university teacher now working freelance, and Olivia is a writer and former secondary school English teacher, now teaching English to Italians. We are US/UK citizens and have been coming to Murotto for 50+ years, over three generations. We now live here year-round, in Olivia's family house, and offer nearby La Rocchina for retreats and holidays.

Why they chose this property

La Rocchina is remote and serene, with no noise of traffic or urban life. It is ideal for relaxing, walking, creative work, retreats, as well as being a good base for sight-seeing in Tuscany. There is a 10 min walk up a stone mule path from the end of the paved road, where you can park your car. The house can also be reached by 4×4 jeep, which we use to transport your luggage on arrival and departure.

La Rocchina has free WiFi, electricity, hot water, a gas cooking stove, two wood-burning stoves and a washing machine, all included. Wood for fires can be provided at cost. No TV or landline, but good mobile phone reception.

The hamlet was abandoned during WWII and the houses, fields and orchards have been gradually restored by our family since the mid-1960s. Murotto is off-road (except by 4wd) so there is a 10-min walk up a stone mule path to the houses.

We are creating an organic and permaculture homestead, and restoring the buildings and landscape for a sustainable future.

What makes this property unique

La Rocchina is in a peaceful hamlet of just 3 farmhouses in a chestnut forest above the small village of Baggio (600m) in northern Tuscany. We are on the edge of a vast mountain wilderness in the Apennines, with many walking trains and abundant wildlife. Yet just 10km away is Pistoia, a beautiful medieval city half way between Florence and Lucca. This makes La Rocchina a good base for both enjoying nature in an idyllic slightly "off-road" location, and sightseeing with all that Tuscany has to offer. Florence is an hour away, as is Lucca, while Pisa, Sienna, San Gimignano and Tuscany's finest beaches are within 1.5 - 2 hours away.
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