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16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant

16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant

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Villa Massa has been completely restored and has lovely views
Pool
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Property grounds

Overview of 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant

Reviews
9.0 out of 10 Wonderful
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Villa Collemandina, Toscana
  • Popular LocationVerrucole Fortress19 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanctuary of San Pellegrino in Alpe20 min drive
  • Popular LocationAppennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park61 min drive
  • AirportPisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)99 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant

The ancient 16th-century stone Villa Massa stands in panoramic position in the beautiful Tuscan region of Garfagnana, between Lucca and Versilia. It features a private swimming pool, stunning covered terrace and small garden. Free Wi-fi is available in the house.

Set over 3 floors the villa has 3 bedrooms but can accommodate up to 8 people. There are 3 1/2 bathrooms, 2 lounges and a large kitchen.

The villa has been finely renovated respecting its original style and using traditional materials, such as terracotta tiles, stone and wood. It is furnished in period style and with great attention and care to details.

Standing in Massa Sassoroso (850 m above sea level), a typical village of Garfagnana on the side of the Pania di Corfino and close to the Parco Naturale dell`Orecchiella (Orecchiella Natural Park), the villa is the ideal destination for relaxing holidays and at the same time an excellent starting point for visiting cities of art such as Pisa, Lucca and Florence or for spending a day at the sea (56 kilometres away), on the fashionable Versilia Riviera.

Massasassoroso has 2 restaurants within 2kms., as well as a little shop/bar with good coffee. It is the heritage village of the famous Argentinian tango composer Astor Piazzoli.

The villa features a private swimming pool (7.5 x 5.5 m), and a large furnished balcony covered with an arched loggia. The pool opens on May 1, but can be opened earlier by request to the owner. Please ask.

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.

Mountain biking, hill walking and horse riding are all available locally.

There is an excellent pre-arrival shopping service and cooked meal service which we can help you access.

Property manager

Friends of Tuscany Ltd
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Languages

English, Italian

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Owner must be informed - €50 per dog

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A tourist tax of €1 per person per day is also due to the owner on arrival (max 5 days chargeable & under 14s not included).
The owner will ask for a €300 returnable damages deposit and €120 cleaning fee.
Gas propane liquid (for heating, hot water and cooking): (4 €/mc), during High season included in the price. 1 dog free, more than one €50/dog

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

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Villa Collemandina

Located in Villa Collemandina, 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. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Apuan Alps - 15 min drive
  • Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello - 17 min drive
  • Verrucole Fortress - 19 min drive
  • Sanctuary of San Pellegrino in Alpe - 20 min drive
  • Appennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park - 61 min drive

Getting around

  • Villetta San Romano Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Il Pozzo - 10 min drive
  • Albergo Ristorante Il Grotto - 13 min drive
  • Bar Osteria Leone - 7 min drive
  • Col D'Arciana - 9 min drive
  • Trend Café - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is within 9 miles (15 km) of Pontecosi Lake, Ariostesca Castle and Duomo. Archaeological Museum and Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Danny S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Prachtig huis, wel wat afgelegen
Prachtig en ruim huis, met schitterende veranda’s en uitzichten. Huis is voorzien van alle faciliteiten incl. ruim privé zwembad. Het ligt wel enigzins afgelegen en parkeren is wel een dingetje. In en uitladen kan bij het huis, maar oermanent parkeren niet. Stijl is heel smaakvol en charmant, maar wat onderhoud kan geen kwaad.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

AM T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sasso Rosso
We hebben een heerlijk vakantie gehad in een heerlijk huis
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catrin R., Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time
We had multiple changes (due to unforeseen circumstances) in terms of dates and people who stayed at the house and Guilia, the manager was extremely helpful and accommodating. The house is just like the pictures. Amazingly beautiful and located in a spectacular setting. Close to many cool things to do. The lack of parking on site may be an issue for others (it wasn't for us). Other than that, simply perfect!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Berend S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good, recommended for a relaxing stay.
A beautiful house with excellent swimming pool. We enjoyed our stay very much. In the village The village there is only a small bar and shop with limited number of products (e.g. bread, water). There is no restaurant in the village.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

L M.

Lovely atmospheric house with breathtaking views
The house is large, clean and nicely furnished with traditional Italian furniture. The views from the balcony are breathtaking. We ate at the local restaurant and the little bar shop in the village most nights. The pool is nice and was fine for us to play and cool off in. The area is amazing, different from other parts of Tuscany as there's not millions of tourists. We felt we had a real authentic experience staying here. We hope to return in the not too far future.

About the host

Hosted by Friends of Tuscany Ltd

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Languages:

English, Italian

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