Stunning hilltop Tuscan villa. Private pool, spectacular views, luxury interior

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4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8170 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Barga, Lucca

Duomo di San Cristoforo14 min drive
Apuan Alps22 min drive
Bagni di Lucca Thermal Spa33 min drive
Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)106 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Our 4 bedroom, south-facing Tuscan farmhouse offers breathtaking views of the Apuan Alps and the hilltop town of Sommocolonia. With no immediate neighbours, Montate is accessed via a 400m private road, ensuring complete privacy and tranquillity. There is a private heated saltwater pool, various outdoor eating areas and barbecue, and a wonderful sun deck from where you can enjoy the views. Inside, facilities include: 4 bedrooms - 2 kingsize, 1 twin and 1 bunk bed room, 2 bathrooms - one with shower, one bath/shower. Fully fitted kitchen/diner with dishwasher, oven and fridge. Washing machine and additional fridge/freezer. Sitting room with TV, satellite channels, DVD player and DVD library. WiFi access and Sonos music system. The outside chestnut house has been converted to offer additional living room/games room space with a music area upstairs.

The house is in a rural area which is a 15/20 minute drive to the nearest town - Barga. It’s perfect for those looking to get away from it all and relax with family and friends. It’s not the best option for those looking to be at the centre of the action, although day trips to Lucca, Pisa, Florence and the beach are all manageable from the house. Barga offers several excellent restaurant/bar options in addition to supermarket and other amenities and a local taxi service is available for those who would prefer not to drive.

The property is run by our amazing manager Serena and her family. She lives close by and is on hand throughout your visit to help with any questions or issues at the house and can also help enhance your stay by helping you with local advice and bookings for trips or restaurants.

Over the years we have welcomed families, friends and honeymooners of all nationalities and ages.

Property manager

Sally Mais

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Italian

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

A contract which is required by law by the local authority will need to be signed on arrival which includes names and passport numbers of all guests.

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

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

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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

Barga

Located in Barga, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ponte della Maddalena and Verrucole Fortress are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Apuan Alps and Pontecosi Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Parco Levigliese and Parco del Levigliese. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Barga, Lucca

What's nearby

Duomo di San Cristoforo - 14 min drive
Apuan Alps - 22 min drive
Bagni di Lucca Thermal Spa - 33 min drive
Orrido di Botri Nature Reserve - 42 min drive
Val di Luce - 68 min drive

Getting around

Barga Castelvecchio Station - 24 min drive
Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

Bar Alpino - 13 min drive
Shamrock - 14 min drive
Bar Del Paologas - 14 min drive
Caffè Capretz - 14 min drive
Pub 46 - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning hilltop Tuscan villa. Private pool, spectacular views, luxury interior have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Stunning hilltop Tuscan villa. Private pool, spectacular views, luxury interior pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning hilltop Tuscan villa. Private pool, spectacular views, luxury interior?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning hilltop Tuscan villa. Private pool, spectacular views, luxury interior?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning hilltop Tuscan villa. Private pool, spectacular views, luxury interior located?

This family-friendly Barga villa is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Duomo di San Cristoforo, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Parco Levigliese and Apuan Alps. Parco del Levigliese and Pontecosi Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P., Berlin

12 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderschönes Ferienhaus mit atemberaubender Aussicht

Wir hatten zwei tolle Wochen in diesem mit Liebe eingerichteten Haus. Vom Check-in bis zum Check-out haben wir uns rundum aufgehoben gefühlt durch Sally und Serena (vor Ort). Das Haus liegt auf einem Berg und der Weg ist etwas holprig und beim 1. Mal gewöhnungsbedürftig, aber ist man Angekommen möchte man gar nicht mehr weg. In Barga findet man alles für den täglichen Bedarf und das leckerste Eis weit und breit. Wir kommen gerne wieder!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

1 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning location and villa

Montate provided everything we needed for a very relaxing stay in Tuscany. Splendid isolation, wonderful views, amazing pool and comfortable villa. We enjoyed the drive to and from the villa and Barga (after a few runs) was only a 15min drive away for all shopping and eating out essentials. We took the trian to Lucca and Pisa to avoid parking. Very easy and cheap! Finally, the wildlife we spotted made the holiday truly memorable...eagles, bats, hoopoes, wild boar and snakes. Communication with Sally and Serena was always very efficient and friendly. Wonderful, thank you.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

19 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views, lovely villa, great hosts

The drive to this Tuscan villa was fun for us. The curvy uphill drive provides many beautiful views of Barga and the Tuscan countryside, but these views do not begin the match what awaits you at the villa. The views there are simply stunning! We stayed in early June and loved the property! My husband and I were there with our two young adult daughters. We stayed four days and the location provided the perfect rest in the middle of our 17-day Italy tour. While the weather was a bit cool, we were able to enjoy the pool one day and it was lovely. We also loved having a fire in the fireplace on a particularly chilly night. The outdoor space is fantastic with great views from every location. The peace and beauty cannot be overstated. Beds were comfy and we had everything we needed for cooking meals. Barga provided ample opportunities for grocery shopping and we had a great daytrip to Lucca which we highly recommend. Communication from the owners and Serena, the property caretaker, was stellar. They are incredibly responsive and kind. We long for the time we can return to this beautiful property!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

René R.

8 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Immer wieder gerne

Wir haben dieses Anwesen gebucht um ein paar ruhige Tage zu verbringen. Dafür war das Haus genau das richtige! Wir würden immer wieder kommen!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

20 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot with a view in the mountains!

The house was perfect, communication with the host was fast and the view is incredible! 10/10!

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sally Mais

Our Tuscan adventure has included a year living at Montate when our youngest daughter was born in the local hospital. We have enjoyed restoring the property and sharing it with others has been extremely rewarding. We have rented it out from the moment we bought it - our first guests experienced it without the pool and still loved it! Over the years we've had families, honeymooners, long term visitors and even a film crew enjoying the house.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the area whilst on holiday in Lucca in 2000 and set about looking for the right property. We decided to base our search around the wonderful hilltop town of Barga, which has so much to offer all year round. When we first saw Montate and marvelled at that incredible view, we knew there could be nowhere else that would match it for sheer beauty and tranquility.

What makes this property unique

The ever-changing, spectacular view is what our guests tend to rave about, as well as the privacy and seclusion. Some guests rarely move from the house, choosing to get supplies at the beginning of their stay and then not venturing far from the pool. Others choose a more active route and use the house as a base for local walks and day trips to the many varied and wonderful Tuscan towns nearby. The house has been decorated and furnished to a high standard and offers various places outdoors and indoors, to relax and enjoy the surroundings.