Villa Carla - exclusive villa with heated hydro pool, walk to market town
The 14 metre swimming pool with jacuzzi, in the large garden of the villa, is filled with healing saltwater. There are breath taking views from the pool of the surrounding valleys and the Apuane Alps. Good quality wooden pool furniture and towels are provided.
With its close proximity to 3 National Parks and the Bagni di Lucca thermal baths, Villa Carla really is a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Lucca, Pisa, Florence and the coast, can all be reached by road or by train from the local train station (2km); which gives you the option of not having to hire a car for your visit.
The Apuane Alps are a favourite place for many outdoor activities such as climbing, mountain biking, hiking, horse riding as well as caving and canyoning. We have close links to an outdoor activities company and can help to make arrangements. There are tennis courts in Castelnouvo and a 9 hole golf course 6km away. Cookery classes at the villa can also be arranged.
Villa Carla lies in almost an acre of private land and mature garden .The villa is constructed in a modern way but is built respecting the traditions of Tuscany, using materials available in the area, like wooden beams and rafters handcrafted in local chestnut and floor tiles handmade in Tuscany.
A notable feature is the large hallway with a staircase which has beautiful hand crafted, wrought iron railings and banisters.
There are 2 sitting rooms in the villa. The main room has comfortable leather sofas, large screen TV with some satellite channels, computer with broadband Internet access and CD player.
There are large electric French windows leading out to the patio area of the property. To the rear of this bright comfortable room is a formal dining table and seating for up to 14 people.
Leading off the back of the dining area is the main kitchen. This kitchen also has a breakfast table and chairs for 8 and is fully furnished with oven, cooking hobs, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave oven, double sink and coffee machine. There is also a second fully equipped kitchen with dining for 6.
There are 6 double and 1 twin bedroom in the villa, two are on the ground floor with a shared shower room and separate toilet. One of the bedrooms has a doorway with direct access to the garden.
On the ground floor is a second smaller living area, with sofas, a 32 inch TV with some satellite channels, a computer with internet access and CD player.
Upstairs, there are 5 double bedrooms, all ensuite, with wardrobe, dresser and TV. The master double has a separate dressing area with wardrobes, and a large bathroom with Jacuzzi corner bath, his and hers sinks, WC and bidet. There are French windows in 3 of the upstairs bedrooms leading to the balcony terrace area with lovely views of the garden, the mountains and the town fortress. All bedrooms are equipped with a wired music system.
In the basement area there is a large garage with remote control door for 2 cars (covered space outside for a further 2 cars), 1 bathroom with shower, washroom with washing machine, a sink and an ironing area.
Villa Carla is excellent for wedding receptions. Accommodation for extra guests or larger groups can be arranged nearby.
Property Information
Villa Carla is 1.2KM walk from the centre of the large market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana. It is fabulously situated for such a large villa with pool.
Castelnuovo, has many restaurants, cafes, bars, supermarkets and all other types of shops. There is a tourist information office, train station and a weekly market selling a wide variety of fashion, household goods, flowers, fruit and vegetables.
Castelnuovo is in the Tuscan region 'Garfagnana' which is often described as 'Hidden Tuscany' at its best. With stunning scenery it is the perfect area in Tuscany for walking and outdoor activities.
Lucca 50 minutes drive or train journey
Pisa 1.5 hour drive or train journey
Cinque Terre 1.5 hour drive or train journey
Florence 2 hours drive or train journey
Mountain biking, hill walking and horse riding are all available locally.
Forti di Marmi and Viareggio are the nearest beach resorts, just over an hour's drive.
Lerici is a particularly nice fishing town further North on the coast, near the Cinque Terre.
You can take boats to the Cinque Terre at Viareggio, Forti dei Marmi and other places including Portovenere.
Other recommended places to visit include Barga, Isola di Santa, Silico, Corfino San Pellegrino, Bagni di Lucca, Hermitage of Calomini (Gallicano), Grotta de Vento, Verrucole Fortress, and Castiglione di Garfagnana.
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.
If you have booked through Air BnB, a HomeAway partner or TripAdvisor, the cancellation policy may be different and will be described on their website.
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.
Payment Methods
Bank transfer Bank of Scotland PLC, Teviot House, 41 South Gyle Crescent, Edinburgh, EH12 9DR
For payment in GBP £'s
Friends of Tuscany
Sort code 80-22 60 A/c no. 0658 1297
IBAN GB50 BOFS 8022 6006 5812 97 SWIFT BIC; BOFSGBS1SDP
For payment in EURO:
Friends of Tuscany
Sort code 80-22-60 A/c no. 59221332
IBAN; GB62 BOFS 8022 6059 2213 32 SWIFT BIC; BOFSGBS1SDP
StripeFor credit card payments made from the UK no extra fee will be applied. For those made in Europe a 2% fee will be applied, for those out of the EU a 3% credit card fee is due if paying by credit card.
Rules
Local Tax: 1 € per person/per day for the first 5 days of stay (not applicable to children under 14 years).
Arrival between 16:30 and 19:00
Departure within 09:00
Pool open from 1 June to 30 September
Not included in the rental price and to be paid on the spot:
Bed Linen and Towels (additional set) (on request): 10.00€ per person per change
Baby-sitting (on request): 13.00€ per hour
Refundable security deposit in cash (mandatory): 800.00€
Heating (on request): 120.00€ per day
Tourist tax (mandatory): 1.00€ per person per day
Included in the rental price:
Bed Linen and Towels (initial set)
Final Cleaning
Internet Wifi
Babycot (on request)
Amenities
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