La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca

La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca

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Pool
Property grounds
Exterior
Pool
Living room

Overview of La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Lucca, Tuscany
  • Popular LocationWalls of Lucca20 min drive
  • Popular LocationPiazza Napoleone21 min drive
  • Popular LocationPiazza dell'Anfiteatro26 min drive
  • AirportPisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)59 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca

Tucked away on a sunny hillside, ‘La Camelia’ is an old Tuscan farmhouse of great charm & character. It has recently been refurbished to the standards & comforts of modern living, yet retains its original flavour with terracotta floors, chestnut beamed ceilings, & hand-painted majolica tiling. This is a relaxed & comfortable property in harmony with its natural surroundings & suitable for children.

The ground floor has a spacious, open-plan layout of kitchen, sitting and dining areas, with double doors to a conservatory & a wisteria-covered eating area. Upstairs the house sleeps 10 in 5 double bedrooms and 1 bedroom with 2 single beds.

The house is set in an attractive, enclosed garden with views over unspoilt hills. A notable feature is the cascading, split-level swimming pool, 16x5m, with travertine surround, set in green lawns, the higher level being a separate shallow pool for children. There’s a patio around the higher level of the pool with ample good quality pool furniture for sunbathing. The garden also includes an area for ping-pong , 2 covered outdoor eating areas, a brick barbecue, working pizza oven, and darts in the barn area.

'La Camelia' is 15 mins from the centre of Lucca, within easy reach of Pisa, Florence, Siena & the sea. The picturesque town of San Martino in Freddana is a 5 minutes drive & offers local food shops, supermarket, post office, pharmacy, bank, bars & restaurants.

Lucca is a beautiful historic city surrounded by intact 15 century walls, around which you can walk or cycle. Famous for its medieval towers, churches, & 'Piazza Anfiteatro'; its winding paved streets offer an array of smart boutiques, gourmet shops, excellent restaurants & traditional markets. Puccini was born there & daily recitals of his music take place in the 12 century Basilica of San Giovanni. There's also an annual open air festival of his operas during July & August at Torre Del Lago, 30 mins away.

Pisa is around 30 mins drive from the house, Florence is 60 mins. The nearby towns of Montecarlo & Vinci (home of Leonardo) are lovely places for lunch, the latter with some very good restaurants & a Leonardo museum.

The elegant seaside resorts of Versilia - Viareggio, Pietrasanta, Lido di Camaiore & Forte Dei Marmi are around 25-35 mins drive.

Not far from the house there are a number of wonderful villas & gardens built in the 16th & 17th centuries, the most famous being Villa Garzoni at Collodi, home of the creator of Pinocchio. Around Florence there are also several grand Medici villas worth seeing. The old spa towns of Montecatini & Bagni di Lucca are of interest; as are the picturesque ancient towns of the Garfagnana region such as Barga & Castelnuovo.

Further afield - day trips to Siena, San Gimignano, Volterra, Cinque Terre, Arezzo & the mountains of Carrara are well within reach.

Tennis, riding, bicycle hire & golf are all available in the area.

There are 5 challenging & beautiful golf courses within an hour's drive.

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Amenities

Pool
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pool is open May-September. The pool is not heated but it is warm in the summer months.

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
Safety features at this property include 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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pescaglia

Located in Pescaglia, this farm stay is in a rural area and by the sea. Porta Santa Maria and Porta dei Borghi are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Via Fillungo and Passeggiata di Viareggio. Travelling with kids? Consider Puccini Museum and Lucca Botanical Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain climbing.

What's nearby

  • Palazzo Pfanner - 19 min drive
  • Guinigi Tower - 19 min drive
  • Walls of Lucca - 20 min drive
  • Piazza Napoleone - 21 min drive
  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Diecimo-Pescaglia Station - 24 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tenuta Adamo Winery - 10 min drive
  • Ristorante Hotel La Pania - 12 min drive
  • Sagra dei Rigatoni Parco Rimembranza Mutigliano - 13 min drive
  • Ristorante Pizzeria Guzzanello di Pardi Silvano - 22 min drive
  • Ristorante Il Naso - 26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly farm stay is within 9 mi (15 km) of Apuan Alps, Via Fillungo and Museum of Torture. Lucca Center of Contemporary Art and Piazza Santa Maria are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.5/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.7/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Lucca
Lovely villa, fantastic hosting by Tanya. Massages from Wioletta was an added bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
This house is in an absolutely stunning location, surrounded by the Italian hills and Cyprus trees. The property itself was very homely, modern but with many beautiful period features including beams, open brick and stone work such as the open outside bbq area. The decor is high quality; with lots of interesting art and decorations. The house which has 3 stories is Incredibly spacious inside and out with multiple areas for dining, relaxing and the zones in the garden area are brilliant too. The bathrooms and bedrooms are all a fantastic size and perfect for a family. We had some excellent recommendations for local dining which gave a real taste of Italian living. You’ll definitely need a car to get around but we absolutely loved coming back to this property to relax and unwind after a busy day exploring Lucca and the surrounding areas such as Pisa and Florence. We would highly recommend for either a small group or a larger family. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

5/5 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful autumn stay
Back from a lovely week staying in this property just outside Lucca. This house is perfectly located in beautiful countryside yet only a short drive from the old walled town of Lucca. The house itself was really well appointed with everything one could want. A lovely kitchen as well as outdoor BBQ area and plenty of outdoor seating so we could enjoy eating outside in the last of the late summer warmth. Super spacious as well with a large living room and bedrooms with views over the local countryside. There's also a great local pizzeria and small but well stocked supermarket only 5 mins drive from the house. We made plenty of trips to Lucca as well as deeper into the North Tuscan countryside and a very easy day trip to Florence on the train from Lucca. All in all a great week in a wonderful location. Will definitely go back..
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

4/5 Good

Martina D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
a wonderfull holiday
It was a wonderful house.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

5/5 Excellent

Birthe N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent facility for family holiday
Absolute worth to stay for your next holiday. Delicious house facility in real authentic Toscanini style. Good and well functioning house, nice kitchen and a lot of living space. We where 8 adults and 4 children and It was nice to have the 4 separate bathrooms connected the 5 sleeping rooms. Perfect pool and very children friendly. We booked Chef- Sapori Coscani to cook a dinner for us and we had a great evening and enjoyed the Chef’s company and delicious food. The garden not to forget. Very well maintained and with more cozy places where we enjoyed sitting in the late evenings. The house Manager was very helpful and we got from her the best service for all sour needs. Alice - thank you for your percistence during the COVID period 2020 - and for your support which meant that we could spend the holiday in 2021. Our best recommendations for this property. Regards from Nymark family Denmark

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