This property is now being offered as an entire villa with all floors for the use of clients. Ground floor entrance hall and large kitchen, utuility room and laundery room and bathroom. Stairs to magnificent "piano nobile" with 2 really large sittings rooms and dinind room and kitchen. All furnished in priceless antique furniture and valuable wall paintings. There is one large double bedroom with bathroom on this floor and a studio room and large bathroom with hydromassage bath.
On the second floor there are another 4 bedrooms 2 with large doubles one ensuite bathroom, 1 with Hollandaise antique bed (small double) and one oom has 2 large single beds. There are 3 bathrooms on this floor in all one extremely large and beautiful.
The surrounding area
Built at the time of the Napoleonic empire and steeped in history, the estate has endured an interesting past. At the foot of the steps leading to the main entrance there is an antique marble bath said to have been used by Elisa, Napoleon Bonaparte’s sister.
Second World War the villa was first occupied by Herman Goering’s division of the German army and then taken over by the Buffalo division of the US army. After the war it was returned to the original owners and has been lovingly cared for by the same family ever since.
The interior retains it’s original features including chestnut beamed ceilings and terracotta tiled floors. The rooms are elegantly furnished throughout with antique period furniture. The large rustic kitchen is discreetly equipped with every modern convenience and hosts a dining table with seating for 8. The luxurious and spacious lounge includes a formal dining area, a large antique open fireplace and comfortable sofas and armchairs.
Accomodation.
Activities
bike rental, biking, fishing, horse-back riding, jogging, open-air pool, swimming, tennis
aircondition, central heating, fireplace, hearth, swimming pool
Children:
baby crib
Sanitary:
bathroom, bathtub, bidet, double wash basin, hair-dryer, hot water, separate WC, shower, towels, wash basin, washing machine
Sleep range:
additional bed, bed linen
Entertainment:
cable/sat TV, DVD-player, fax, internet-access, phone, radio, standard TV, stereo system
Outside:
barbecue place, garden, garden furniture, lawn, parking lot, swimming pool
Special characteristics
It is possible to rent this propert eith as a whole house at the rate of 4,100 Euro per week in the month of July and 3,600 per wk in June or it is pssible to rent out only the 2nd floor apt for 8 people at the rate of 2500 Euro per week.
close to lake, family friendly, fitted for infant, no pets, rail station near by, suitable for allergic persons, suitable for seniors, winter-residence
Floor plan
Person(s):
1 - 11
Number of rooms:
15
Rooms:
6 bathroom 6 bedroom 2 dining room 3 kitchen 1 living / dining room 1 living room 1 lounge
Living space:
600 sqm
Rent
Period
Price
01. Jul. 2006 - 25. Aug. 2006
2500 EUR/Week
25. Aug. 2006 - 22. Sep. 2006
2000 EUR/Week
23. Sep. 2006 - 21. Oct. 2006
1500 EUR/Week
03. Jun. 2007 - 30. Jun. 2007
3600 EUR/Week
01. Jul. 2007 - 28. Jul. 2007
4100 EUR/Week
High Season
Mid Season
Low Season
Prices valid for 12 persons
Minimum stay: 7 day(s)
Facilities.
Weekly change of bed linen and towels.
Additional charges.
Air conditioning is charged at 150 Euor per week.
Heating is charged at 180 Euro per week.
Available all year round, this property is perfectly located for day trips to nearly all of the places of interest in Tuscany, Umbria and Liguria. Montecatini Terme 35kms, Florence 60 kms, Pisa 20 kms, Abetone (Ski resort) 60 kms. Cinque Terre 140kms
There is an excellent restaurant within walking distance (1 km) and there is always something going on in and around Lucca throughout the year.
The landlord has not provided any dates when the property is occupied. Please enquire directly about availability using the contact information given below.
Travel information
Exit from motorway A11 at Lucca est and then take direction of Pisa and Pontedera SS12 continue along this road until you see the sign for Ristorante La Cecca on the left. Turn left here and follow the road until you come to La Cecca. Turn right at the restuarant and go past the church and it is the next small turning after.The gates of the villa are on the left.
