Ancient Family Chapel Turned Into a Delightful Holiday Setting Pisa Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 164292

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Location: Pisa, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (Pisa countryside,20 minutes from Pisa,Livorno, beach,railway)

Accommodations:  Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)

The chapel is part of a big property located in Fauglia,a little village on the Pisan Hills.It has been carefully and lovingly turned into a delightful holiday setting.The building is to be found hidden in a large property under the shade of secular trees and offers much privacy.Thanks to the thick walls in summer the temperature inside is always pleasant.Guests have at their disposal numerous spots outside(with tables,chairs,sun beds)where they can relax and take in the nature around them.

Downstairs in the chapel one studio has been created ( La Nicchia );it has been decorated in the typical Tuscan style with vaulted ceilings of old red brick,terracotta floor and bathroom done out in Italian marble.The apartment,which is situated on the ground floor,includes a spacious bathroom with shower and an open plan room of about 45 sq.meters.In this room three distinct areas have been created with two steps delineating the areas:a living area with sofas,a bedroom area with double bed and a fully equipped kitchen area.From the kitchen you go out onto a small loggia with a table and chairs which overlooks a pound.There is another door at the side of the building which takes you into the living area.The furniture is in keeping with the building,simple but comfortable at the same time,in an authentic Tuscan ambiente.

The landscape around the property is markedly agricultural and the hills reflect the intense work that has made them highly productive.Rows of cypresses embellish the hills,usually leading to farmhouses on the top.The main activity is the production of grapes,quality wines and olive oil.The village is well located for daily trip to the Tuscan cities of art and to the sea.The nearest beach is in 20 min. by car;Pisa e Livorno are in 20 min.by car,Lucca 40 min.,Firenze 1 hour and Siena 1.30.In 17 Km there is a little but well organized watering place.For those who wish more active holidays,there are numerous opportunities to do so.It is possible to take lessons by a trained teacher in Italian language directly on the spot.How ever those who like to be more physically active,can make excursions in the lovely surrounding of Fauglia by foot,by bike(available on the site)or on horseback.Water sports can be practiced at the beach reachable in a 20 minutes'drive,where there are also several tennis courts and 2 golf courses ( The Cosmopolitan Golf Tirrenia Pisa has 18 holes, and Golf club Tirrenia has 9 holes ).
. The property is located only a few steps away from the center of Fauglia.Here there is a restaurant which serve typical Tuscan dishes and where you can drink the wine of the wine yards of the surroundings,the Chianti delle Colline Pisane and the white wine San Torpè.

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• Amenities
  • Washer: the washer is shared with other guests
  • Linens Provided
• Beds
  • Double Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed (2)
  • Child Bed
  • Convertible Bed (2)
• Entertainment
  • TV (No Cable/Satellite)
  • Ping Pong/Table Tennis
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
  • Balcony
• Communications
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Restaurants
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding

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Low season ................   €380/week
Middle season ..............  €450/week
High season ................  €550/week
Christmas/New Year/Easter ..  €450/week
2 apt together or 2 weeks 10% discount.
All charges-included, Supplement for heating depending on the season,
Deposit requested.
We have other units available in the same property.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 10/29/09
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  Hedey and Bob , Vancouver, Canada
  • During the past Sept./Oct.for one month we rented the apartment "La Chiocciola" situated in the main house belonging to Silvana and Nilo. The apartment is spacious, nicely decorated with authentic Italian furniture and well equipped for a month rental. As well there was a very large sunny terrace where we loved to eat most of our meals and generally relaxed. The property is very spacious and there is a feeling of tranquility. Fauglia is lovely, quaint village and we were able to buy our daily grocery needs. We did not have a car and were not able to bring our bicycles from home, but there were several bicycles at the villa that we could use. We explored the area around Fauglia in about a 40 km radius. It is a fantastic cycling area, even some of the hills to the villages! The countryside is great for walking as well. With cycling and walking we discovered so many interesting places. Bus transportation from Fauglia to Pisa is very good and then trains can be taken to Lucca, Florence and places further away. If a car is needed, it can be rented at the Pisa Airport. The MOST SPECIAL part of our month was our very amiable and kind hostess SILVANA. Her consideration of us and our needs was greatly appreciated. A month is a great length of time to be in one place. It becomes home. In fact we would say after we had been out cycling, walking or out further afield, "let's go home and relax"!
• 10/22/09
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    Thank you for your hospitality during our stay in La Cappellina a few weeks ago. We really appreciated the warmth of your welcome and your helpfulness throughout our stay. We had a wonderful holiday, enjoying both the apartment and its location within easy reach of the big cities and the lovely beach at Cecina. The holiday apartment keeps all of the features of the original chapel, right down to the altar!, and at the same time creates a warm and welcoming room with equipment and furnishings needed for a relaxing holiday. The wooded surroundings create plenty of shade, and we left having explored only a small portion of the grounds. Many thanks for a really memorable holiday.Kind regards Tracy & Brian Lowe
• 08/26/09
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  Ryan & Andreas , New York & Berlin
  • My husband and I spent an idyllic 5 days in one of Silvana and Nilo's beautifully and lovingly restored apartments. Situated on woodland-grounds, they are part of the impressive Villa Negri. (One part was built in the 17th century and the other in the 19th century.) Silvana is a most gracious hostess. We missed the direct bus to Fauglia and so she picked us up at the nearby village that the bus had dropped us off. Our apartment was atop the main house where Silvana and Nilo lives. It has a large terracotta-tiled terrace which provides a panoramic view of Fauglia and the surrounding region. We loved the apartment with its antique handcrafted furniture, cool stone floors and modern tiled bathroom. Access to the apartment is via an antique wrought iron spiral staircase which, though giving us no problem, might be difficult for those with mobility issues. That said, we enjoyed coming home and climbing the ancient steps to our "bird's nest" and having Tuscany at our feet. The village of Fauglia is a real delight. Life here is, as has been for centuries, peaceful, quiet and family-oriented. We found the locals friendly and welcoming. Across from our house is a delightful eatery, run by Juliana and Maurizio who do all the cooking on site. Their ragu lasagne fresh from the oven is to die for! An the church's piazza is an excellent gelateria selling homemade Italian ice cream using local ingredients. For art lovers, there is a little gem of a museum housing a local artist's (Giorgio Kienert) works in the village's former jail. All of this has made it one of our most memorable trips ever. We look forward to returning to Villa Negri and Fauglia.
• 08/16/09
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    -Dear Mrs. Sivestri, Both of us have greatly enjoyed our stay in La Nicchia. Not only did the detailed description in the site fulfill all our expectations, especially concerning the complete privacy, but also the lovely and detailed furnishings and the excellent craftsmanship with which the house has been planned and redecorated. All this has intensified our feelings of wellbeing in your house.We would like to thank you especially for the exclusive guided tour of the main building: it have greatly impressed us.With cordial greetings we wish you good luck for all your plans and intentions hoping that many more guests will enjoy themselves in your gorgeous house in future.Sincerely yours,Peter Degenhardt and Hartmut Fischer(July 2009)
• 06/22/08
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    Dear Silvana Just to say thank you once again for letting us stay at your wonderful chapel in Fauglia. We had a fantastic time, especially, cycling around the country roads. Please let us know when your orangery is completed, we would love to come back. Thanks again, Vicky & Rachael
• 05/30/08
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    It was fantastic to wake up every morning with the beautiful and diversified songs of the birds who inhabit the trees of this magnificent property. The owners, Nilo & Silvana really succeeded the restoraration of this little chapel. It's so nice, clean, intimate and peaceful. It's good to seat at one of the many sundecks, just to rest or to drink a good glass of wine after a long day visiting museums villages, etc... Silvana is a really nice and discrete woman who kindly answers all your questions and helps you if you need it. Her abilities in both french and english is definetly helpful, and enjoyable. We really appreciated the time we passed in this “little paradise". Marlène S, Yves et Marie-Pierre P"
• 05/29/08
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    "Beautiful, fully restored old chappel.All house hold goods were in good order available. Each week clean linen is provided. Our hostess Silvana and host Nilo are very friendly and hospitable. We will never forget the last evening we spent together with tasting the home made sausages and wine!! Silvana and Nilo, thank you very much for our more than pleasant stay for two weeks!"
• 05/13/08
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    Dear Silvana, Thank you for letting us rent your lovely accommodation "La Cappellina". We had a wonderful time. You and Nilo were so very gracious and helpful during our visit. Hopefully, if we ever return to Italy, we will see you again. Also, thanks for all the good tips you gave us regarding places to visit. Again, thank you for your kindness and hospitality. Dianne 13/05/2008
• 04/21/08
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    I just wanted to email to say thank you for a wonderful week spent in "La Nicchia". My friend Alison and I had a lovely relaxing week in your beautiful apartment. Although we did not hire a car we found the public transport to be affordable, convenient and reliable. We had particularly pleasant day trips to Pisa, Florance and Lucca. We wish you and your husband all the best for the future and wouldn't hesitate in recommending your accommodation to others.Kind regards, Madelaine & Alison
• 08/05/07
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    Charming. Capelina is beautiful, roomy, comfortable and original. The owners are very accessible and really sympathetic

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