Lucca Rental: Tuscany, Lucca: exceptional farmhouse for 8+; private; pool; views to die for — Property 75555

Summary of the farmhouse, 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom

Summary of the farmhouse, 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom

Rental Rate: $5107 - $8250 per property per week
Property type:
farmhouse, detached, 2500 sq. ft.
Location Type
near the ocean, rural
Highlights:
outdoor pool, daily maid service, garden View all features
Call Arnie Cohen
(0)161-7023339
(international +44 (0)161-7023339)
  • Looking south over the infinity pool

    Looking south over the infinity pool

  • From La Fienile over the olive groves to Pisa

    From La Fienile over the olive groves to Pisa

  • The Lower Terrace and pergola, looking to Pisa

    The Lower Terrace and pergola, looking to Pisa

  • The Grey Bedroom - chestnut beams & terracotta

    The Grey Bedroom - chestnut beams & terracotta

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Lucca farmhouse Rental Property Information

Astride a turn in the hillside, known as A Capo, lay a farm with exceptional views (incl. Leaning Tower of Pisa, 12 miles south) and two buildings: Il Fienile and La Casa Padronale. Abandoned, overgrown, collapsed. Until recently. A new owner has returned some 1000 olive trees to production and (using the Ferrari construction company and international realtors Knight Frank) restored Il Fienile, sparing no expense to use traditional terracotta and chestnut materials. The result: 250 sq m house, meeting all the requirements of today's market: interior design; satellite TV + 5.1 DVD; eco-efficient solar-powered under-floor heating; air-conditioning; infinity pool. 4 lavishly appointed double/twin bedrooms (all en-suite); Large kitchen, dining room, 50sq m living room; Stunning south-facing 180 degree panorama over Pisa and Lucca, towards Florence & Siena; 2 terraces shaded by chestnut pergolas; Quiet, yet 10 mins to shops + all major Tuscan culture within 1.5hrs; A must!

Location

Tuscany, Lucca: exceptional farmhouse for 8+; private; pool; views to die for
 marks the location of the property in San Macario in Monte
Nearest Beach:  
beach at 17.0 Miles
Nearest Airport:  
Pisa at 20 Miles
Nearest Railway Station:  
Lucca at 5 Miles
Nearest Highway Intersection:  
Lucca Ovest at 4 Miles
Nearest Ferry Port:  
Livorno at 38 Miles
Car:
necessary

La Fienile lies on one of the most sought-after hillsides in north west Tuscany. Only 15 minutes drive from the outstanding wallled city of Lucca (known as the world's largest open-air museum), and in view of The Leaning Tower of Pisa, the south-facing hillside is covered with groves which yield some the world's best olive oil (Lucca DOP) and the vineyards of the Colline Lucchese DOC. San Macario in Monte is in the process of becoming a Nature Reserve. The culture and museums of Florence are within an hour's drive (also accessible by train), and San Gimignano and Siena are within 90 minutes. The coast and beach resorts of Forte di Marmi, Pietrasanta and Viareggio are some 20 miles west. The area is abundant with bars and restaurants of all levels from pizzerias, basic Tuscan countryside trattorias through to Michelin starred restaurants. Sports are also well served, including 7 golf courses within one hour's drive (some closer). The Garfagnana National Park is just to the North.

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Rental Rates for the farmhouse in Lucca Area, Tuscany, Italy



Rental Basis:
per property
Quoted In
Euros
  Dates Rates  
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Weekend Weekend Per Night MidWeek Per Night Extra night Monthly Minimum Stay
High Jul 1 2008 - Sep 19 2008 €5,250 n/a €825 €775 n/a n/a 3 Nights
Mid Sep 20 2008 - Nov 14 2008 €4,250 n/a €675 €625 n/a n/a 3 Nights
Low Nov 15 2008 - Dec 19 2008 €3,250 n/a €525 €475 n/a n/a 3 Nights
Xmas/New Year Dec 20 2008 - Jan 2 2009 €4,250 n/a €675 €625 n/a n/a 3 Nights
Low Jan 3 2009 - Mar 31 2009 €3,500 n/a €550 €500 n/a n/a 3 Nights
Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

    Meals

  • breakfast/lunch/dinner booking possible

  • A deposit of 25% of the rent is required to secure your booking. The balance is payable 8 weeks before your arrival date. A damages deposit 33% of the rent is also due 8 weeks prior to the arrival date. If a booking is made less than 8 weeks before the arrival date, 100% plus the damages deposit is required to secure the booking. If you cancel, or fail to pay the balance by the due date, all amounts paid to secure the booking are forfeit, and only the damages deposit will be returned. Damages deposits, less any deductions (including utility charges as appropriate) are returnable 14 days after the departure date. Meals may be cooked by our staff by arrangement at additional cost. An eco-efficient allowance of electricity and gas is included. Additional utility costs will be added. Breakages will be recharged on a replacement as new cost basis. Tenants are strongly encouraged to take out travel and medical insurance.
    A meet and greet service is available at a small extra charge.
  • The rates quoted are for self-catering rentals and include 2 hours maid service per weekday and a change of bed linen once a week.
    Fully serviced, all-in, including half/full board top quality Italian cuisine and daily/live-in maid services, from €6,999 p.w. dependent on the number of people staying in the house and the details of the service you would like us to provide... We can also include limousine service, cultural tours, cooking/art/photography/film courses...
    The owner is an acclaimed golf course photographer/writer: we major on hosted golf and culture tours and have exceedingly good connections with local golf courses and many cultural destinations (i.e. not just Lucca & Florence)...
    Please note that we reserve the right to make a 7% surcharge to the total rent for occupancy greater than 8 people at any time during the rental period.
    Shorter letting periods available. Reductions for longer periods.

    Please use the enquiry system to obtain more information.

Accommodation and Amenities for the farmhouse in Lucca Area, Tuscany, Italy

Property Type:
  • farmhouse (detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering, catered
Floor Area:
  • 2500 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • near the ocean
  • rural
Theme:
  • luxury
  • historic
General:
  • towels provided
  • sunbed
  • fitness room
  • staff
  • air-conditioning
  • central heating
  • linens provided
  • daily maid service
Kitchen:
  • grill
  • 4 ring stove
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • hob
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • sofabed
Dining:
  • dining room
  • seating for 12 people
BA:
  • 5 bathrooms , 1 Half Bathroom
    Grey (Master) Bathroom - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower, Shower, Bidet
    Yellow Bathroom - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower, Bidet
    Pink Bathroom - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower, Shower, Bidet
    Green Bathroom - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower, Bidet
    Guest WC - Toilet
    Ancillary Shower Room - Toilet, Shower
  • All bathrooms are en-suite and feature top quality sanitaryware, walls lined with Carrara marble and coloured stucco, and under floor heating. The Grey and Pink bathrooms also include walk in showers. Dimmer switch lighting is provided throughout. We provide high quality bath sized cotton towelling and large beach towels. The sumptuous combination of marble, painted stucco, chestnut beams and terracotta-tiled ceilings in our bathrooms is one of the many memorable features of the house. The ancillary shower room is not available if live-in staff are included in the service.
Bedrooms:
  • 4 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 10 people
    Grey (Master) Bedroom - 1 King, Also can be twin
    Yellow Bedroom - 1 King, Also can be twin
    Pink Bedroom - 1 King, Also can be twin
    Green Bedroom - 1 King, Also can be twin
  • The quality of your holiday sleep is our priority! We have superior beds in all 4 lavishly appointed interior-designed bedrooms. A double sofabed is available in the Living Room by arrangement. All bed linen is 100% cotton, mainly Egyptian, & all duvets & pillows are duck/goose feather/down (alternatives available for allergy sufferers on request). The traditional farmhouse ceilings, a spectacular blend of chestnut beams and terracotta tiles, recall the practical simplicity of the history of Tuscan farming. All bedrooms are furnished with fabrics from Busatti, the acclaimed leading designers of traditional Tuscan artisan fabrics. The under-floor heated original terracotta tiling is adorned with Persian and other carpets. Each room includes an antique wardrobe, a discreet flat-screen TV and air-conditioning. The Master Suite is entered through a Dressing Room. All rooms feature stunning views of the surrounding countryside and the Leaning Tower is visible from the Pink Bedroom bed.
Entertainment:
  • tv
  • satellite or cable
  • radio
  • stereo system
  • cd
  • audio tape player
  • DVD
Internet access:
  • internet access
  • broadband access
Outside:
  • car
  • garden
  • terrace
  • balcony
  • parking
  • garage
  • 26 garden chairs
Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
  • private pool
Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • long term renters welcome
  • wheelchair accessible
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome
Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • cycling
  • horseback riding
  • golf
  • mountain biking
Notes:

All fixed lights in the house are controllable with dimmer switches. No smoking in bedrooms, kitchen or dining room, please. We would very much prefer it guests only smoke outside, but do not insist on this. Wheelchair access to ground floor (which has 2 bedrooms) only. Elderly and infirm can enjoy the bedrooms, kitchen, dining room and terrace on the ground floor (one ground floor bedroom has walk in shower), but would need to ascend the staircase to use the Living Room.

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Further Details for the farmhouse in Lucca Area, Tuscany, Italy

The Pool & Estate Grassed paths from both patios lead up to the 12x6m infinity swimming pool with stunning views across the plain of Lucca to the Pisan mountains, distant Pisa and (on a clear day) the mountains of Elba (some 100 miles distant). The facilities include a children's paddling pool, terracotta patio, paved sun terrace and grassed shaded terrace with sun-loungers, bench, wooden tables and chairs. The pool is protected by fencing (1.2m high), hedges, walls and gates. La Casa Padronale is also protected by a fence. Enjoy some 25 acres of woodlands, olive grove and disused vineyard, with traditional terracing and pathways. La Fienile is approached by a un-metalled driveway (approx 800m) past a seasonal waterfall, first through woodlands and then olive groves. Cars with very low clearance are inadvisable, but hire cars generally have no difficulty. N.B. The house is a Tuscan farmhouse, not an urban hotel. It is normal in the area occasionally to experience water and power shortages.

San Macario in Monte A village with a distinctive bell-tower in a stunningly beautiful part of north-west Tuscany, beneath the Apuan Alps and close to the Garfagnana National Park. Village shops include a grocery store, several bakeries and two butchers, one of whom is Andrea Cortopassi, widely-regarded for the quality of his generally locally-reared meat. Two large supermarkets (Co-op and Pam) are within a further 5 minutes drive. San Macario is 10 minutes drive from Lucca and less than 20 miles from Pisa (its famous tower and airport visible in the distance). Direct flights to Pisa from the US (New York - Delta), UK, Ireland and many other European airports. Florence Airport is also easily within an hour. Olive groves (within the exclusive Lucca DOP), vineyards (Colline Lucchese DOC) and woodlands surround scattered farmhouses and villas alike. It is anticipated that the village will shortly become an official Nature Reserve.

Golf Information: La Fienile is especially suited to golfers. The house is owned by the editor/photographer of the acclaimed Pocket Guide to Golf Courses series, written with NZ tour pro and course designer Greg Turner (one of the few to have beaten Tiger Woods). We are extremely well-connected within the Italian golf world, and can arrange tailor-made golf or golf and culture holidays, from a self-catering basis right through to a tour hosted by Greg Turner or other golf playing/course design/photography professionals, as suits the interests of the party. We organise golf+culture tours of Tuscany: there are 7 courses within 1 hour of La Fienile, including Versilia (revised by JM Olzabal) on the coast, the famous Ugolino (Italian Open venue) outside Florence and the stunning setting of Poggio dei Medici, north of Florence. Our disused vineyard is used as a practice fairway and by the two teaching professionals on our staff. Discover the underestimated charm of Italian golf, and see the culture of Tuscany - all in one go!

Other Activities Art/culture tours; Olive picking; Wine tasting; Cookery art and film courses

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