16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant

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Villa Massa has been completely restored and has lovely views

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3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8200 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Villa Collemandina, Toscana

Verrucole Fortress19 min drive
Sanctuary of San Pellegrino in Alpe20 min drive
Appennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park61 min drive
Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)99 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The ancient 16th-century stone Villa Massa stands in panoramic position in the beautiful Tuscan region of Garfagnana, between Lucca and Versilia. It features a private swimming pool, stunning covered terrace and small garden. Free Wi-fi is available in the house.

Set over 3 floors the villa has 3 bedrooms but can accommodate up to 8 people. There are 3 1/2 bathrooms, 2 lounges and a large kitchen.

The villa has been finely renovated respecting its original style and using traditional materials, such as terracotta tiles, stone and wood. It is furnished in period style and with great attention and care to details.

Standing in Massa Sassoroso (850 m above sea level), a typical village of Garfagnana on the side of the Pania di Corfino and close to the Parco Naturale dell`Orecchiella (Orecchiella Natural Park), the villa is the ideal destination for relaxing holidays and at the same time an excellent starting point for visiting cities of art such as Pisa, Lucca and Florence or for spending a day at the sea (56 kilometres away), on the fashionable Versilia Riviera.

Massasassoroso has 2 restaurants within 2kms., as well as a little shop/bar with good coffee. It is the heritage village of the famous Argentinian tango composer Astor Piazzoli.

The villa features a private swimming pool (7.5 x 5.5 m), and a large furnished balcony covered with an arched loggia. The pool opens on May 1, but can be opened earlier by request to the owner. Please ask.

Garfagnana: Garfagnana is 'Hidden Tuscany' at its best. With its stunning scenery it is the best area in Tuscany for walking and outdoor activities. We have close ties with an Outdoor Activities company who offer many international class adventures.

Castelnuovo, the nearby market town, has many restaurants, cafes, bars, supermarkets and all other types of shops. There is a tourist information office and a weekly market selling a wide variety of fashion, household goods, flowers, fruit and vegetables.

Mountain biking, hill walking and horse riding are all available locally.

There is an excellent pre-arrival shopping service and cooked meal service which we can help you access.

Property manager

Friends of Tuscany Ltd

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Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total

Owner must be informed - €50 per dog

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

A tourist tax of €1 per person per day is also due to the owner on arrival (max 5 days chargeable & under 14s not included).

The owner will ask for a €300 returnable damages deposit and €120 cleaning fee.

Gas propane liquid (for heating, hot water and cooking): (4 €/mc), during High season included in the price. 1 dog free, more than one €50/dog

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

Villa Collemandina

Located in Villa Collemandina, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ethnographic Museum Don Luigi Pellegrini and Museum of Upper Garfagnana are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello and Parco Levigliese. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.

Villa Collemandina, Toscana

What's nearby

Apuan Alps - 15 min drive
Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello - 17 min drive
Verrucole Fortress - 19 min drive
Sanctuary of San Pellegrino in Alpe - 20 min drive
Appennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park - 61 min drive

Getting around

Villetta San Romano Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

Il Pozzo - 10 min drive
Albergo Ristorante Il Grotto - 13 min drive
Bar Osteria Leone - 7 min drive
Col D'Arciana - 9 min drive
Trend Café - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is within 9 miles (15 km) of Pontecosi Lake, Ariostesca Castle and Duomo. Archaeological Museum and Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.0

Wonderful

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

L M.

23 Jan 2019

Lovely atmospheric house with breathtaking views

The house is large, clean and nicely furnished with traditional Italian furniture. The views from the balcony are breathtaking. We ate at the local restaurant and the little bar shop in the village most nights. The pool is nice and was fine for us to play and cool off in. The area is amazing, different from other parts of Tuscany as there's not millions of tourists. We felt we had a real authentic experience staying here. We hope to return in the not too far future.

10/10 Excellent

Earle G., Liverpool, UK

14 Aug 2018

Rural Tuscan Villa

Excellent get away from it all location, beautiful villa, well equipped, pool to keep the kids entertained, we only had 2 days out during the week, we’ve never relaxed so much, Despite some reports we found the beds very comfortable. The owner, Guilia was very accommodating and helpful. An information booklet about the house would be helpful. Overall excellent holiday, one of the best we’ve had

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kara S.

11 Jun 2018

Beautiful house in a beautiful location

Guilia was very helpful in providing local information. The property was great for a family of 4 adults & a baby without feeling like you’re living on top of each other due it’s size & layout. Would recommend to anyone.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Michael R.

22 Apr 2017

Nice view, quiet, lovely house and interior,

We enjoed a lot and the house was really nice. Be aware that when you want to do something you need your car. The pool was not yet open and covered by an ugly foil and covered with green water. The garden is seperated from the house by a small street. The double bed was steel and did squeek at ny move. Nevertheless a beautiful place

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Peter C., Stroud, Gloucestershire, England

21 Aug 2016

Beautiful holiday villa, very helpful owner, one or two drawbacks.

We had a wonderful week at this property. The setting is stunning, with views out to the Apuan Alps. The swimming pool is clean (and appears to use a non-chlorine purification system). The owner, who lives in the next village, is helpful and thoughtful. We toured some of the many nearby beauty spots, relaxed on the balcony, and swam in the pool. Bliss! One or two points, however. As other reviewers have said, the beds are uncomfortable. The mattresses have a lot of springs and not enough foam! The Owners Direct website says that there is parking. However, it is not at the property but a couple of hundred meters away in the village, with a walk up a steep hill. This was not a problem for us, but other visitors might find it challenging. It would be best if the website could make the position clear.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016