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Fabulous Spectacularly Located Romantic Cottage With Private Infinity Pool

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Carregine, Lucca
  • Apuan Alps
    1 min walk
  • Ariostesca Castle
    14 min drive
  • Isola Santa Lake
    21 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)
    108 min drive

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About the area

Castelnuovo di Garfagnana

Located in Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, this cottage is in the mountains, a 1-minute drive from Apuan Alps and 10 minutes from Vagli Lake. .This family-friendly cottage is 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Ariostesca Castle and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Duomo.

What's nearby

  • Apuan Alps - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Duomo - 15 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Isola Santa Lake - 21 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Santuario Mariano Eremo di Calomini - 33 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Forte dei Marmi Beach - 88 min drive - 45.0 km

Getting around

  • Camporgiano Poggio Station - 18 min drive
  • Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In Gelateria - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪La Rocca - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bar Aurora - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Il Centro - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪La Baita - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fabulous Spectacularly Located Romantic Cottage With Private Infinity Pool

What a location!
This private charming 2 bedroom cottage with private infinity pool is set high up in the Garfagnana with totally unrivalled completely stunning mountain views, which are best enjoyed in the pool, when one feels one is actually swimming into the mountains!!!
This stone built cottage with traditional slate roof has been lovingly renovated by the owners and retains lots of original features such as traditional flooring, chestnut windows, beamed ceilings.
Despite the almost rustic feel of this cottage and location there are modern comforts, with a well equipped kitchen, modern shower room, and WIFI!
Externally, there is a large garden, gorgeous pool area, romantic loggia for dining al fresco and a wood burning pizza oven and BBQ to complete your outdoor living experience.
Fuller details:
Enter property via covered loggia (ideal for relaxing in the shade with a book and a glass of wine) into open plan living/kitchen/dining area. Beamed ceilings, fireplace, TV with sports channels, settees, dining table, oven, hob, wood burning range cooker, fridge freezer and microwave. There is a DVD player, CD player and WIFI.
Upstairs from the living area onto small landing leading to two double bedrooms (one of which has an additional single bed - raised level) and a modern shower room .
Outside, there is:
Covered loggia area
BBQ, wood oven and sink.
Ample grounds with picnic area
Areas shaded by trees
Covered pergola near pool
Private infinity style pool which is the piece di resistance! Just swim in the mountains!

A little about the area

This property is situated in the depths of the Garfagnana in a mountain location. The views really are un-rivalled from this place, and one feels on is literally on 'top of the world'!

This is a location that just feels romantic...

There is a large flat garden with lots of room for children to run around in the cool mountain air.

However hot the daytime is, the evenings are wonderfully cool for sleeping due to the altitude.

Despite the remote location, the village of Carregine is 6km away and here you will find a couple of restaurants, bars and basic shops. There are also 3 restaurants within say 4km of the house.

The closest village of Metello often has small festas, either roasting the 'Porchetta' or Pizza evenings.

The area even has some skiing in the Winter and there is an alpine feel to some of the area.. Ideal for walkers!

The local market town of Castelnuovo, with all facilities and famous for its Thursday morning market is a 20 min drive. This town is a lively little town and also boasts its own Fortress.

For days out, why not visit Barga, a beautiful mediaeval town with cobbled streets, lots of quality restaurants, lovely architecture, great views, art galleries and a cathedral. Just a 40 min drive.

The Province City of Lucca is 1 hr 20 min away and is a wonderful day out. Here one can cycle around the fully intact mediaeval walls, meander around the narrow streets, visit some of the 100 churches, climb some towers, eat ice cream in the many piazzas, take in some opera, shop till you drop and then sleep under the trees in the wall 'park areas'! Or, just enjoy a leisurely drink and people watch for the afternoon....

Further afield there is Pisa, 1 hr 40 mins or Florence, say 2 hrs.

There are so many options more locally:

The Grotta del Vento - the famous Wind Caves

Swimming in the river

Visiting the ancient fortress of Verrucole

Visiting the Protected National Parks

Visiting Marble Quarries where the world famous Carrara Marble is found.

The list is endless if one wishes to explore, but it is difficult to want to leave this lovely house and its environs since it really is a little piece of paradise!
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a washing machine.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Tuscan-Retreats Ltd - Lorraine/Elena/Mel

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Bidet

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: smoking outside is fine

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Some pets allowed on request

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: children welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT046009B5FQRK2Z9Q

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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Fabulous Spectacularly Located Romantic Cottage With Private Infinity Pool Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nicholas M., Elm Grove, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kyana V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Juli 2024
Wij hebben een aangenaam verblijf gehad in het huis met idyllisch uitzicht! Het huisje was zeer proper, de check-in verliep vlot! Onze hond heeft zeer erg van de tuin kunnen genieten! Jammer genoeg was het weer wat wisselvallig (we weten dat we dit kunnen verwachten in de bergen) waardoor we het zwembad slechts 2 van de 6 dagen hebben kunnen gebruiken aangezien dit niet verwarmd is. In de omschrijving staat dat het huisje privé is maar dat is niet helemaal zo. Vlak naast het huis ligt er een groter vakantiehuis voor 6/7 personen. De tuinen grenzen aan elkaar. Vanaf het zwembad heb je een inkijk naar de andere tuin dus houd er rekening mee dat je niet helemaal alleen bent. Indien je rustige 'buren' hebt is dit helemaal ok maar ik kan me voorstellen dat, indien er een grote groep jongeren of mensen met kinderen het huis ernaast huren dat de rust wel heel wat minder is. Volgens de omschrijving verwachten huurders dit uiteraard niet... Een minpuntje voor mensen met een hond: er is een klein stukje van de omheining naast het zwembad dat niet dicht is. De hond kan er dus gemakkelijk door ontsnappen naar de tuin van de buren. We hebben helaas meermaals onze hond moeten halen hierdoor. Misschien een tip voor de verhuurder om dit verder te omheinen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness
WOW!! What a beautiful corner of the world!
We absolutely loved our stay. This grey stone cottage high in the mountains was exactly what we were hoping for and much more. The views of the mountains were simply breathtaking. Coffee at the infinity pool in the morning was an awesome way to start the day. Drinking a bottle of Italian wine in the late afternoon was even nicer. The cottage had everything we needed. The kitchen was fully equipped. In fact, we ate dinner at home many nights. We also dined in great restaurants all over the region. We we made a warm fire every night. We went on day trips to Florence and two wineries. We visited nearby villages and more. Our hosts were perfect. They made sure we were happy and everything was the way we wanted. All in all, you can’t go wrong with this wonderful home away from home in a special and beautiful corner of the world. We will never forget our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax in Paradise
My wife & I stayed at Pian Di Luca for 4 nights but wish it could have been longer. We were on a longer trip so needed somewhere quiet & comfortable to relax & rejuvenate. Pian Di Luca was perfect for our needs. what we wanted. The cottage was clean, comfortable & had everything we needed. The outdoor space and in particular the pool with a view was spectacular. We would definitely return next time we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday
Tranquil location, stunning views, remote - stock up well!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding location and accommodation
A beautiful location, the kitchen had everything you could ask for, pool and garden great for the kids , we had a fantastic holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ian H.

Superb farmhouse with amazing views
Comfortable accommodation with an amazing pool in the most beautiful spot. Highly reccomended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Sam Eveleigh E.

Wonderful property in gorgeous surroundings. Very tranquil and peaceful, with spectacular views.
Really lovely property, very beautiful. We loved the infinity pool. Only downside was the weather - no-one's fault! We had sun for the first few days, but as it is mountainous, the rest of the week was cold and rainy (colder than at home - UK!), so unfortunately we couldn't use the pool much. We should have taken waterproofs! That said, the villa was very well equipped and we found a fantastic restaurant up the road - La Baglia. 6 bottles of gorgeous wine on arrival and delicious home grown tomatoes. The owner was extremely responsive when we couldn't get the gas working and it was dealt with very efficiently. We loved it - thank you. :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lesley R., Gateshead

Fabulous holiday
We have just returned from a wonderful stay here at this lovely cottage. Fabulous location with breathtaking views. The house has everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay. We used the pizza oven and barbecue many times. The owner and his lovely daughter came to greet us on arrival with gifts of wine from his vineyard and vegetables from her garden (best tomatoes we've ever tasted anywhere). Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness
R
Nice
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Boris L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina L.

Liked: Cleanliness
&
Es war sehr angenehm und entschleunigend
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schönes, ruhiges, kleines Steinhaus mit eigenem Infinitypool und großen umzäunten Grundstück.
Wir haben dort unsere Flitterwochen verbracht und haben die Stille und das Panorama sehr genossen. Der Pool mit dem grandiosen Ausblick ist einfach kaum mit Worten zu beschreiben. Die Vermieter sind sehr gastfreundlich und hilfsbereit und man bekommt das ein oder andere Präsent. Interessenten sollten sich aber darüber im Klaren sein, dass weder eine Spülmaschine noch ein Staubsauger vorhanden ist. Dafür entschädigt aber bei kühlen Wetter der Kamin außerordentlich. Brennholz für den Kamin und dem Pizzaofen, wird auf Wunsch gratis geliefert. Für jemand, der entschleunigt werden will, ist dieses Anwesen sehr zu empfehlen.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wie im Bilderbuch.
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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Hanspeter R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Total Privat?
Der Pool ist wirklich Traumhaft. Leider trifft total privat und ruhig nicht zu. Nebenan gab es ein grösseres haus mit etwa 7 personen und ein baby. Auf der anderen Seite hat einer mit einer motorsäge gearbeitet. Leider gab es auch kein holz für den pizza ofen oder für den grill.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthias K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Erholung pur
Wir haben kaum Fotos gemacht. Die Bilder der Objektbeschreibung könnten mit der Wirklichkeit nicht mithalten. Es war einfach toll. In zwei Jahren haben wir schon wieder gebucht.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marion H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome view
Perfect location to relax and enjoy the quietness and the beautiful view from the pool on the surrounding mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traumhaft
Einfach nur fantastisch!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mathias B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Retreat in the mountains
Nice quite small place to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mathias Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome View in a calm environment
We had a great time in this house and we enjoyed every day the perfect view on the mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just a dream!!!
Top Lage, viel Umschwung für einem alleine und ausgesprochene freundliche Vermieterin - besser geht nicht!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pool mit phantastischer Aussicht
Das Haus ist in den Bergen über Castelnuevo gelegen, traumhafter Blick und sehr ruhig. Das Grundstück ist deutlich größer als es auf den Bildern aussieht, viel Platz zum Fußballspiel spielen. Der Pool ist phantastisch, groß und mit toller Aussicht.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

trine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dårligt internetforbindelse.
Fint feriehus, men langt oppe på bjerget. Temperaturen faldt 10 grader. Ingen internetforbindelse.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judith P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grandiose Aussicht
Das Ferienhaus ist genauso wie auf den Bildern. Die Aussicht am Pool ist fantastisch. Das Haus hat ein großes eingezäuntes Gelände auf dem sich die Kinder und der Hund sehr wohl gefühlt haben. Es liegt abgeschieden in einem winzigen Ort und man kann die Ruhe genießen. Da es relativ hoch liegt sind die Sommernächte angenehm kühl und man wird kaum von Mücken gestört. In der Umgebung gibt es viele Spazier- und Wandermöglichkeiten, genauso wie viele kleine Dörfer genauso wie man sie sich in der Toskana vorstellt. Es gibt einen Pizzaofen den man auf jeden Fall ausprobieren sollte. Der Kontakt zu den Besitzern und der Agentur lief Reibungslos und war sehr freundlich. Wir würden auf jeden Fall noch einmal hinfahren.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catja C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein zauberhafter Ort!!
Wir haben eine wirklich großartige Woche in Pian Di Luca verbracht. Empfangen wurden wir mit 6 Flaschen Wein der sehr freundlichen Besitzer. Die Bilder im Internet täuschen nicht, es ist einfach traumhaft schön. Die Aussicht, der Pool und der große Garten sind wundervoll. Wir haben den Pizzaofen und den Grill ausgiebig genutzt. Kleine Anmerkung, ein Geschirrspüler ist nicht vorhanden, hat uns aber überhaupt nicht gestört. Es gab genug Utensilien für die Küche und alles war sehr sauber. Außerdem standen Spülmittel, Lappen, Schwamm, Waschmittel, Mülltüten, Geschirrhandtücher, Gewürze etc bereit. Der Kontakt über die Agentur Tuscan Retreats war sehr freundlich und hilfreich (extra Informationsmaterial! ). Es gibt noch ein größeres Haus nebenan, welches ebenfalls vermietet wird. Da beide Grundstücke sehr groß sind, stört das überhaupt nicht. Man war auf dem Grundstück ganz alleine für sich. Wer einen erholsamen Urlaub in spektakulärer Lage sucht, ist hier genau richtig. Kinder können sich im Garten und im Pool austoben, die Eltern entspannen. Empfehlen können wir einen Ausflug nach Pisa, eine wunderschöne Stadt. Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder, vielen Dank für alles!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021