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Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce

Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce

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Pool
Pool
Fantastic view of the village from the 2nd outdoor dining table
Shaded outside table
Well equipped kitchen diner overlooking the pool

Overview of Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Castiglione di Garfagnana, Tuscany
  • Popular LocationApuan Alps9 min drive
  • Popular LocationVerrucole Fortress16 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanctuary of San Pellegrino in Alpe18 min drive
  • AirportPisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)93 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce

"Friends of Tuscany Ltd." manage all aspects of your villa booking with tailored information to get the most from your holiday. We can help to arrange a shopping delivery service, home made meal on arrival, wine tours, children’s activities, wild swimming spots, festivals, events, and restaurant recommendations based on our personal knowledge of the area built up over 30 years.

With spacious rooms and a private pool, this is a good opportunity to experience a summer holiday in one of the loveliest villages in Tuscany. Casa Massimo is set just above the medieval walled village of Castiglione. There is a view of the ancient Castello from the edge of the beautiful garden.

Castiglione is one of the main villages of the spectacularly beautiful area known as the Garfagnana, arguably the most beautiful part of all Tuscany. Castiglione is one of the 100 most beautiful villages in Italy, and is renowned as a centre of musical excellence.

The property has a private garden and 9 metre private pool for the sole use of the guests. Entered through a wide hallway, there are 2 large bedrooms, one of which sleeps 3, and a large living room off the hall. The kitchen is well equipped and the owner gives his guests produce from his land. The bathroom is tiled with a walk in shower.

The garden has mature plants and is shaded in areas by fine trees. There is a 9 m private swimming pool with a depth of 1.4 m and steps. Also in the garden there is a traditional Italian wood fired oven, for pizza and other cook-in nights.

The owner Massimo has a cantina next to the house. His hospitality is excellent. He makes his own wine and fine preserves, oil and cheeses and is very generous with his produce. Guests will arrive to a 'welcome hamper' of fresh organic produce

Garfagnana: Garfagnana is 'Hidden Tuscany' at its best. With its stunning scenery it is the best area in Tuscany for walking and outdoor activities. We have close ties with an outdoor activities company who offer many international class adventures.

Castelnuovo, the nearby market town, has many restaurants, cafes, bars, supermarkets and all other types of shops. There is a tourist information office and a weekly market selling a wide variety of fashion, household goods, flowers, fruit and vegetables.

There is a restaurant and bar within a minutes walk from the villa. An excellent shop/bar, where you can buy decent wine on draft and excellent local produce, is 5 minutes walk

We can help arrange mountain biking, hill walking, horse riding, gorge walking and cooking classes which are all available locally.
Friends of Tuscany give detailed local information and recommendations.

Property manager

Friends of Tuscany Ltd
Premier Host
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Languages

English, Italian

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Pool closed October to May (can be negotiated)
Cost of heating, if required, is due to the owner
Tourist tax of €1 per day per person is due to the owner on arrival

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Castiglione di Garfagnana

Located in Castiglione di Garfagnana, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ethnographic Museum Don Luigi Pellegrini and Museum of Upper Garfagnana are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello and Parco Levigliese. Travelling with kids? Consider Parco del Levigliese and Pietro Pellegrini Botanical Garden. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Apuan Alps - 9 min drive
  • Verrucole Fortress - 16 min drive
  • Sanctuary of San Pellegrino in Alpe - 18 min drive
  • Forte dei Marmi Beach - 55 min drive
  • Appennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park - 65 min drive

Getting around

  • Castelnuovo di Garfagnana Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Il Pozzo - 4 min drive
  • Ristorante Pizzeria Il Triti - 7 min drive
  • Albergo Ristorante Il Grotto - 10 min drive
  • La Rocca - 8 min drive
  • Teatro Alfieri - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce located?

This family-friendly Castiglione di Garfagnana villa is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Pontecosi Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Apuan Alps and Ariostesca Castle. Duomo and Archaeological Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Friedrich G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rutger B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
Prachtige villa op een prachtige locatie. Gelegen op loop afstand van een sfeervol klein dorpje. Hier zijn alle basis voorzieningen verkrijgbaar. Op 10 minuten rijden is er een supermarkt en de grotere plaats met heel veel goede restaurants. Het huis is stijlvol en de tuin prachtig. Waarbij vooral het zwembad veel indruk maakt. De eigenaar en property manager zijn zeer vriendelijk en reageren beide erg snel op vragen en verzoeken. Dit huis is echt een aanrader.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Navita R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic 2 week stay
Spacious, clean and well appointed villa with the great big benefits of a pool, shaded floral garden and great views from the driveway. We loved our two weeks here and would definitely consider returning. Castiglione village (a few mins walk away) is small but perfect and has a couple of restaurants and the bar for apperitivo / gelato. More amenities and dining options are available in neighbouring towns just 10 mins drive away. Il Pozzo lives up to the advertising and recommendations for a lovely dinner. We had read reviews of Massimo’s hospitality but we’re still very pleasantly surprised at his kindness and generosity: red wine, Prosecco, fresh produce and ice creams for the kids throughout the stay. He gives you full privacy but is always close if you need help or to offer you a drink on your way in or out! Despite not speaking English we had some good chats with him, thanks to our broken Italian and good old Google. We had some wonderful day trips to the beautiful Vagli sotti, Pisa, beach at Forte dei Marmi and canyoning - all recommendations in the information provided by Friends of Tuscany after booking. Definitely recommend the cooking class at home with Francesca. In short, go ahead and book. You won’t be disappointed!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johan Stulien R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unforgettabel week at Casa Massimo
We had a fantastic week at Casa Massimo. Helpful and wonderful host/manager. Great place/location of the property. Really nice garden and outdoor pool. We had a rental car the whole week, which is recommended to get around visiting places. All in all, a great experience. 10/10!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Friends of Tuscany Ltd

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We are a family run holiday agency who have been renting holiday villas in Tuscany for over 25 years.

We know each of the owners personally and have lived around the Garfagnana area for over 25 years.

We give our guests a personalised service, including detailed information sheets about the houses and best things to do in the area.

We can help arrange activities, chefs, taxis, car hire and baby sitting services.

Please drop us an email with any questions you may have about our villas & Tuscany.

www.friendsoftuscany.com

Why they chose this property

Free produce, amazing views, walking distance to nice restaurants & bars.

What makes this property unique

The owner grows his own vegetables, has hens for eggs, makes his own wine, preserves and cheeses.

He is very generous with his produce so guests will enjoy free organic produce from his land.

The house is walking distance to the desirable, medieval village of Castiglione, where there are 3 restaurants and bars.

Languages:

English, Italian

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