La Torretta affords stunning views & overlooks the hilltop town of Barga.
Location: Barga, Tuscany, Italy, Europe (Overlooking the Medieval Hilltop Town of Barga)
Accommodations: Converted Farmhouse, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
La Torretta is a converted farm-house on a South-facing, terraced hillside overlooking the medieval hilltop town of Barga, in the valley of the Serchio, North of Lucca. In the background rise the jagged peaks of the Apuan Alps, the home of Carrara marble. The area is luxuriant and largely forested, in many places with chestnut, oak, and acacia, and therefore much greener than the browns and yellows traditionally associated with Tuscan landscapes further South. The town is high enough, 450 m, for summer evenings to be relatively cool.
Untouched by mass tourism, more than picturesque, Barga is a gem: ancient, immaculate, and prosperous, it attracts only the discerning. Historically, the area has close links with Scotland, where many Barghigiani emigrated in the early part of the century, often to work in the catering trade.
The house was modernized around 1980 and, while retaining a rustic air, has now been updated to a comfortable standard. Open beams give the main rooms charm. Perhaps its greatest asset is the stunning view over the ochre-colored town, especially in the evening, when the slanting light accentuates the contrast with the wooded setting. It's a good place for children and dogs, who have plenty of room to scramble.
For the enterprising visitor, the region has a rich cultural and natural heritage, and almost every village round about is worth exploring. On certain days of the year, the sun shines through the natural arch of the Monte Forato, visible across the valley.
The hamlet of Albiano, ten minutes' walk from the house, boasts a shop for everyday necessities, the Hotel-Restaurant "La Terrazza", and a café. There is a public swimming pool, 15 minutes from Albiano by a pleasant path, at "Il Ciocco", a very large conference centre behind and above the village, and another in Barga. Walkers will find many possibilities, including a network of well-preserved mule-tracks.
The ground floor of the house (126 m2 in all), which was once the cantina for storing wine, consists of the spacious living room and the new fitted kitchen, with a washing machine, dishwasher, and a marble worktop. Upstairs, there are three good-sized bedrooms, two on the first floor, and one in the "torretta", giving space to sleep six people in all. The main bedroom has a double bed; the two beds in the second and third bedrooms can be put together to make a double if required. In addition to the bathroom on the landing, the main, double bedroom has its own shower-room and loo, and a small balcony. Floors are traditional red tile. There is an adjoining barn, once used for livestock and now used for storing bulky items. The traditional Tuscan colour of the house blends with the natural environment, and the various elements of the property form a well-balanced whole.
Benvenuti a Barga - La Torretta vi aspetta!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Other Amenities
- Firewood (paid for by the bundle)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Antiquing
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Hiking (e, g, along crest of Apennines) and exploring (e, Orecchiella Nature Reserve), Horse-riding, Rich cultural and natural heritage
Rate Details (In Euros)
Weekly Rates .. €515-€700/week.
Contact: Merrick Fall
Chemin de Ponfilet 70
1093 La Conversion
Switzerland
Telephone, Fax, & E-mail information is below.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- La Torretta affords stunning views & overlooks the hilltop town of Barga. - Barga, Tuscany, Italy Vacation Rental
- South-facing facade & terrace are fronted by scented lavender bushes. - Barga, Tuscany, Italy Vacation Rental
- The terrace & the oak tree nearby are places to relax under clear evening skies. - Barga, Tuscany, Italy Vacation Rental
- The view covers the whole valley and faces the setting sun
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #375
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