Casa Massimo - 2 bedroom villa with private pool, free Tuscan produce
The property is the ground floor of a large house, within a shaded garden which has a 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 by fine trees. There is a 9 m private swimming pool with a depth of 1.4 m and steps.
The owner lives discreetly in the apartment upstairs. His hospitality is excellent. He makes his own wine and fine preserves, oil and cheeses which he gives to his guests.
Property Information
Casa Massimo is situated in Castiglione which is one of the main villages of the spectacularly beautiful area known as the Garfagnana, arguably the most beautiful part of all Tuscany. There are 3 restaurants, 3 bar/ cafes, a grocery shop and green grocers and a weekly market in the village. The village is well known for its many festivals.
Castelnuovo, the nearby market town, 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.
Castiglione di Garfagnana
500m
Castelnuovo di Garfagnana 5 miles
Barga 10 miles
Bagni di Lucca 25 miles
Lucca 30 miles
Forte dei Marmi (nearest beach) 32 miles
Cinque Terre 75 miles
Pisa 54 miles (airport)
Florence 75 miles (airport)
Bologna 122 miles (airport)
The area of 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.
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
Total number of occupants will not exceed the quoted number unless agreed.
All trash and perishables must be disposed of and dishes washed before departure.
Final cleaning included in the price quoted.
Towels, bed linen and pool towels provided.
Logs for open fire (if applicable) provided.
Central heating may be charged as extra for for colder periods - please enquire.
A damages deposit may be requested by the owner. You will be informed if this is the case.
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