La Vecchia Scuola – 3 Bedroom Village House with Pool & Mountain Views in Garfagnana
La Vecchia Scuola - newly renovated 3 bedroom house in medieval village
Originally the village school, the house has been renovated to a high standard while keeping its Tuscan character. It offers a stylish dining kitchen with dishwasher, a comfortable living room with TV, two bright double bedrooms in the main house, and a separate sun house with an en-suite twin bedroom and sitting area. This layout works perfectly for families or couples travelling together who appreciate a little extra privacy.
Outside, the stone terrace has been restored using the same mountain stone as the village itself. There is a 6m x 3m above-ground swimming pool, a newly built gazebo, quality outdoor furniture and a good BBQ. The views are spectacular, stretching across dramatic mountain landscapes that define this part of northern Tuscany.
Sassorosso is known for its distinctive pink stone and marble buildings and has been nominated as a World Heritage village. It offers authentic Tuscan village life with very little tourism. A restaurant is under 5 minutes drive away, there is a café in the next village, and a well stocked shop, butcher and another excellent restaurant 7 to 10 minutes down the hill.
This is Hidden Tuscany at its best. Ideal for walking holidays, nature lovers and families wanting space, scenery and authenticity, while still being around 1 hour from Lucca and within reach of Tuscany’s art cities.
CIN: IT046035B594JUIF5Z
Property Information
La Vecchia Scuola sits in Sassorosso, a striking mountain village built from unusual pink stone and marble. The setting is peaceful, traditional and scenic, with wide open views and a strong sense of community.
This is not polished resort Tuscany. It is real village life. Expect quiet lanes, mountain air, and genuine local character.
There is a restaurant under 5 minutes drive from the house, a café in the neighbouring village, and a good grocery shop and butcher under 10 minutes away. Food and drink in this region remain excellent value compared to southern Tuscany.
Garfagnana – Hidden Tuscany
The Garfagnana is one of the most scenic and unspoilt areas of Tuscany. Surrounded by the Apuan Alps and Apennine mountains, it offers:
Dramatic mountain views
Cooler summer temperatures
Quiet walking trails
Authentic village festivals
Excellent, inexpensive local restaurants
Mountain restaurants are a particular highlight. Simple trattorias high in the hills serve homemade pasta, local meats, porcini mushrooms and house wine at very reasonable prices. Long Sunday lunches with panoramic views are part of life here.
During summer, villages across the valley host traditional sagre food festivals celebrating local produce such as farro, chestnuts and wild mushrooms. These are community events with outdoor dining, music and a relaxed atmosphere.
Nearby Towns
Castelnuovo di Garfagnana - 12 km
The main market town of the valley with supermarkets, shops, restaurants, cafés and the nearest train station linking to Lucca in around 50 minutes.
Barga - 23KM
A beautiful hilltop town with a cathedral, cobbled streets and lively summer cultural events.
Other nearby highlights include San Pellegrino in Alpe, Castiglione di Garfagnana, Corfino, Sillico, Fortezza delle Verrucole and Piazza al Serchio.
Nearby you can also explore Orecchiella Natural Park, perfect for walking and wildlife spotting.
Outdoor Adventures
This region is ideal for:
Walking and ridge hikes
Mountain biking
Horse riding
Gorge walking
Wildlife watching
Scenic drives
The scenery here is far more dramatic than the rolling hills many associate with Tuscany. For walkers and nature lovers, it is one of the strongest areas in the region.
Distances
Restaurant – 1 km
Minimarket – 4 km
Supermarkets – 11 km
Cafeteria / Bar – 1.7 km
Castelnuovo town – 12 km
Lucca – 57 km
Pisa – 67 km
Florence – 86 km
Cinque Terre – 108 km
Closest Airports
Pisa International Airport – 67 km
Florence Airport – 86 km
Bologna Airport – 145 km
La Vecchia Scuola offers the rare combination of authentic mountain village life, strong walking territory, excellent local food and the ability to visit Tuscany’s famous art cities without staying in the middle of crowds.
Additonal fees due to the owner on arrival;
Tourist tax of €1 per day per person over 14 years old, max 5 days chargeable.
Heating, if required, measured and charged.
€80 cleaning fee due to the owners on arrival.
Pet fee of €50 for more than 1 dog.
Payment Policies
A partial payment in the amount of 25% of the grand total is due no later than 2 day(s) after confirmation of intention to book or upon booking if that date has already passed. Remaining payment is due no later than 56 days prior to arrival.
Cancellation must be made in writing. The cancellation charge will be the full deposit if you cancel before 56 days from the departure date. The following cancellation charges will also apply. Cancellation less than 56 days before departure 100% of the amount paid is chargeable. We will endeavour to re-book any cancelled booking and if successful will only charge you an administration fee of £30. If the villa is re-booked at a lower price then you will be refunded the difference.
Tourist tax not included in the price. Payable to the owner upon arrival
We advise that you to take out holiday cancellation insurance. You are also asked to take out personal holiday insurance to cover such matters as travel, loss of money or belongings, accident, injury and medical expenses as the use of a property is entirely at the client’s risk. Should the owner be unable to provide the property after a booking has been confirmed, you will be immediately offered the choice of a another similar or better property or a refund in full.
Rules
Bed linen and towels included
Heating and electricity included in the price
€80 cleaning fee due ot the owners on arrival.
Tourist tax ( €1/night/person until 5 days for people over 14 years old). This will be paid directly to the owner.
1 dog free - €50 for 2nd dog.
Check in after 4pm
Check out before 10am
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