Villa near Lucca - etia no.: 115

This splendid property is located high in the hills north-west of Lucca, only 6 kms. from the city centre (the walls).

From every vantage point, its guests enjoy commanding views of the plains of Lucca, while maintaining their privacy. In 2001 the new owners completely repainted the interior with subtle, earthern colours and they furnished all the rooms with Lucchese antiques. As the country kitchen attests, an old look has been achieved without sacrificing modern conveniences, thereby successfully combining taste and comfort.

Discreet screens have been installed in all of the windows, so insects do not enter the house. Furthermore, fans are provided in every bedroom, assuring a comfortable sleep even during the hottest nights. Situated only steps below the house, the pool is surrounded by five hundred olive trees. The caretakers live in an independent apartment at the back of the house. Resident dog on he property.

Ground floor: Kitchen, dining-room with French door opening onto the garden, living-room with fireplace and door to grape arbor for al fresco dining, sitting area with door to covered loggia for outdoor meals, laundry, powder-room.

First floor: Entrance, study, huge master bedroom with private terrace and en-suite bathroom (with bath and separate shower), single bedroom (and pull-out bed) with en-suite bathroom (shower only).

Second floor: Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom (shower only), twin bedroom with private terrace and en-suite bathroom (shower only), twin bedroom shares bathroom (shower only) with single bedroom (and pull-out bed).