- Luxury apartment in a splendid villa, one of the ancient summer
residences of the Conti Bernardini of Lucca, built in the "Stile Impero
Lucchese" at the beginning of the 19th century and set in a beautiful
estate with vineyards, olive groves and magnificent gardens. Situated
in the verdant Tuscan countryside and set in a most beautiful and
tranquil location, the Villa is surrounded by the pine covered hillsides
of Vorno and San Lorenzo. 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. During the 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. |
- Montecatini Terme 35kms, Florence 60 kms, Pisa 20 kms, Abetone (Ski
resort) 60 kms. Cinque Terre 140kms. |
- 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. This second floor apartment sleeps 8 people and
offers a spacious floor area of to 220 metres. Entrance to the Villa
is on the ground floor and is shared with the owners. A private staircase
leads to the apartment. 3 large, air conditioned double bedrooms one
of which has an original slightly smaller (1.4 metre) Hollandaise
carved beadstead. 1 large, air conditioned twin bedroom with en-suite
facilities 1 very large and luxurious family bathroom with both shower
and and bath 1 smaller bathroom with shower 1 very large kitchen 1
very large living room All windows overlook the gardens and onto the
surroundings hills. |
- The East side of the Villa has been given over to a splendid raised
swimming pool which measures 18m x 8m with a deep end of 3m and diving
board. The pool is surrounded by terracotta tiles and dressed with
comfortable summer furniture. One end is shaded by an ornate gazebo.
A little further away there is a covered area with a complete outside
kitchen and barbecue for dining "al fresco" in the warm summer evenings.
For the more energetic there is a private hard tennis court situated
to the right of the building where centuries old trees provide a natural
shelter from the sun. There is also a large, private lake at the top
of the surrounding hills about 4 kms away where guests are welcome
for swimming, water sports or fishing. The warm and friendly owners,
Giuseppe and Mara who live on the lower floor of the villa and speak
English, French, Spanish and Portuguese are very discreet and unobtrusive.
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- Washing machine, dishwasher, satellite TV, telephone. Weekly change
of bed linen and towels.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 . There is an excellent restaurant
within walking distance (1 km) and there is always something going
on in and around Lucca throughout the year. |
- 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 . There is an excellent restaurant within walking distance
(1 km) and there is always something going on in and around Lucca
throughout the year. |
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