La Bella Barga! Barga Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 20542

The Main House with Annex Almost Visible Behind House.

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Location: Barga, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (45 min/Lucca; 1:15 hrs/ Pisa Airport; 2:30 hrs/ Florence)

Accommodations:  Large Villa, 10 Bedrooms + Loft, 7 Baths (Sleeps 1-20)

The house was my grandmother's and has recently been fully refurbished so that each floor can be independently occupied by three to six people. It is ideal for family reunions since it affords privacy when necessary.

Marble flooring throughout means that the house remains cool even during the hottest summer. All windows are double glazed and feature traditional green shutters. There are two beautiful verandas (with awnings) suitable for dining or sunbathing.

The bedrooms are decorated with tasteful antiques and either double or single beds may be requested. A child's crib is available on request. Be assured that all mattresses and bedding are new! Several of the bedrooms feature dramatically painted ceilings.

The property also features two smaller apartments (behind the main house). These each feature two bedrooms, a shower, and a small kitchen. There is a driveway large enough for two to three vehicles.

The villa and annex are situated on a wide avenue a one minute walk from the 'Giardino' area of Barga, where a supermarket, cinema, shops and restaurants are located. In less than five minutes you can enter the walled Medieval 'Centro Storico' where opera and jazz festivals occur every summer and where an antique market is also a frequent occurrence.

Almost every night of the week, during the summer months, live music and food festivals occur, either in Barga or in a nearby town. The food is superb, fine wines are served and the entertainment is suitable for young and old alike.

If you continue walking up the road for ten to twenty minutes you will soon find yourself amongst the beautiful Garfagnana mountains with its many trekking routes suitable for walking or mountain biking. Within driving distance is the Grotto del Vento, with its magnificent tour of underground caverns.

A swimming pool is also within walking distance, as are tennis courts and horse riding stables. There is a fully equipped park for children. For the less athletic the town offers a library with a good selection of English books and magazines.

Barga is well served by regular bus service to nearby places of interest: Bagni di Lucca with its famous spas, Castelnuovo, a nearby walled city with a popular weekly market and Lucca with its famous grass-ringed road atop its uninterrupted walls.

During the summer months a bus departs each morning for the beach resort of Viareggio, returning later in the day or evening. The Versilian Coast Resorts of Viareggio, Forte di Marmi and Lido di Camaiore are within easy driving distance. Spectacular twisty roads take you high into areas where the famous Carrara marble is still being excavated. The less adventurous can take the expressway to the beach although they may encounter heavy traffic during the month of August. The Versilian coast also offers much in the way of nightlife and cultural activities.

There is a train station at Barga-Gallicano which features direct service to Lucca, Pisa and the Cinque Terre region. Connections can be made in Lucca for Florence, Venice, Bologna, etc.

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• Amenities
  • Washer (5) : Each apartment has its own washer in a utility room.
  • Linens Provided: Beach Towels provided for use at local swimming pool or beaches.
  • Off Street Parking: Large paved area can accommodate two cars easily.
  • Wood Fireplace: In the Tacerna only.
• Beds
  • King Bed
  • Queen Bed (4)
  • Double Bed (2)
  • Twin/Single Bed (4)
  • Crib
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV: Only in the Taverna
  • CD Player
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen (4) : Each apartment comes with fully equipped kitchen.
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator (3) : Each apartment features a refridgerator.
  • Dishwasher (3) : Each apartment features a dishwaher.
• Outdoor Features
  • Balcony (3) : Main Villa features two stunning balconies. The upper rear apartment of annexe also features a balcony.
• View/Location
  • Mountain View: Available from upper windows and balconies.
• Communications
  • Telephone: For local calls only.
• Other Amenities
  • Lawn chairs and towels are provided for sunbathing or trips to the beach
• Suitability
  • Kid Friendly: The property provides a safe environment for children. Loft area is better suited for children over 6 years old.
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Tennis
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Downhill/Alpine Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Rock Climbing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding
• Other Activities
  • Beaches Caves

Rate Details (In Euros/US $/Pounds)

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1-2 pax .... From E  350-750/  $ 500- 900/ £ 300- 400 per week
3-4 pax .... From E  600-1000/ $ 800-1400/ £ 400- 700 per week
5-6 pax .... From E  700-1200/ $ 900-1600/ £ 500- 800 per week
7-8 pax .... From E  850-1400/ $1200-1900/ £ 600- 950 per week
9-10 pax ... From E 1200-1800/ $1600-2500/ £ 800-1250 per week
11-15 pax .. From E 2000-3000/ $2800-4500/ £1400-2250 per week
16-20 pax .. From E 2500-3500/ $3500-5000/ £2000-3000 per week
B&B Rate: €35/$50/£30 night per person (inc breakfast)

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

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• 11/02/09
  Positive Rating
  Ann Patch , Cape Elizabeth, Maine
  • October 18, 2009 Just completed a week (7 of us) at Bella Barga and had a great time. There was plenty of room for all of us and wonderful shared meals in the tavern kitchen. Maria was very helpful in choosing a restaurant for a first night birthday dinner for one of the gang. We all enjoyed beautiful Barga and the surrounds. Local food was great as well as wonderful local hikes. (Thanks to Reggie, too!)
• 09/10/08
  Positive Rating
  allen , California
  • What an amazing July we spent in Barga. The town was the perfect location and the accommodations matched. Our 17 month old had plenty of room to play. Great food and fun festivals. The welcome was very warm and Maria and Mum were very helpful with our needs. A great value for the perfect location in Tuscany. Highly recommended
• 08/06/08
  Positive Rating
  Robert Spigarelli , Tunkhannock, PA., USA
  • Our stay at "La Bella Barga" was the highlight of our trip, and YES, we would love to return. Everything was perfect - the accommodations, the meals, the simplicity & beauty of Barga..... I sit here and shake my head ... it was like a fairy tale, and we were very fortunate to have lived it
• 10/10/07
  Positive Rating
  Paula ,
  • Our relatives come from the Barga area, so we know the area quite well. We stayed at Bella Barga Summer 06 with our family of 4 (2 children) in the ground back apartment and my sister and brother-in-law stayed in the apartment upstairs. Having the two apartments was very convenient and comfortable. The location in Barga is ideal because it's within a 3 minute walk to the central town square and a 5 minute walk to old Barga (inside the medieval wall), yet it's on a quiet tree-lined street. Wonderful coffee shops, restaurants, parks are very close. In 2007, my cousin stayed at the larger apartment in the main house with her sisters and brothers for a family reunion and had a wonderful time. When travelling with a family, having a washing machine was a bonus. Parking is easy, too, though the location is convenient enough that we could get wherever we want to go with or without a car since there are bus services as well (frankly, I could spend all my time in Barga and not go anywhere else for weeks). And, as other commenters have said, Maria is a great host and gave us all the information we needed by email in advance. We'll be back!
• 10/09/07
  Positive Rating
  Larry Ross , USA
  • We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Wonderful apartment on a tree lined street near all the sights and close to Lucca and Viareggio by train or bus.
• 10/09/07
  Positive Rating
  Fred , Washington, DC USA
  • Very clean and everything manufactured with old-world, high quality craftsmanship. Extremely modern, great owners, which are quite friendly and animated. The town has really brightened up over the years and is a rare gem that is not to be missed. I had a wonderful stay. My family's roots are in Barga. Fred Willard
• 04/03/06
  Positive Rating
  annmarie , Needham MA, USA
  • We enjoyed our stay vey much! It was clean, convenient and very pleasant! The warm welcome made it worth thr trip from Lucca, and we hated to leave...we do hope to return...great bargain for the price:)
• 04/03/06
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  Joyce , Boston MA
  • I did not stay at this house but spent lots of time thinking about it. We actually were too large a group to stay there. It is in a great location, well kept up and if my group were smaller I'm sure it would have met our expectations. Barga is a fantastic place!
• 04/02/06
  Positive Rating
  Jin Ai , Malaysia
  • We had a really great time in Barga and the stay at the Villa was fantastic. Mary was a most hospitable host. The rooms are nice and cosy and the breakfast was filling. Overall, it was a most pleasant experience.
• 04/02/06
  Positive Rating
  mick cross , leicestershire UK
  • maria, as you are aware we have family in Barga and visit every year, we have used various apartments and guest houses in the past, yours is within walking distance of all Barga's facilitys, is clean modern and we were made to feel welcome. we will be rebooking for the next family reunion regards mick mpc

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