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Stunning Tuscan Luxury Villa with Full-Size Private Pool and Panoramic 360 View
- villa2368 sq. ft.
- People: 12
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Separate WCs: 1
- Min. Stay: 3–7 nights
Villa near Bagni di Lucca, Tuscany - Tranquil Panoramic Location, Set in 34 Acre
Bedrooms
Bedroom 4
Bedroom 5
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 6
Master Bedroom 1
Description of sleeping capacity: Sleeps 12 (6 Bedrooms) Notes on bedrooms: Master bedroom 1 on first floor with king size bed, vaulted ceiling and en-suite Bedroom 2 on first floor with king size bed and en-suite Bedroom 3 on second floor with king size bed and en-suite Bedroom 4 on second floor with king size bed and en-suite Bedroom 5 on first floor with twin beds Bedroom 6 on ground floor with twin beds Two cots available.
Facilities
Featured
- Swimming pool
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Fireplace
- TV
- Satellite or Cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Accessible
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 5, Separate WCs: 1
- Bathroom 4Toilet, Shower, Bidet
- Bathroom 3Toilet, Shower, Bidet
- Bathroom 1Toilet, Shower, Bidet
- Bathroom 2Toilet, Shower, Bidet
- Bathroom 5Toilet, Bath with shower, Bidet
- CloakroomToiletWC and hand basin on ground floor.
- Four beautiful en-suite bathrooms with shower, bidet, wash basin vanity unit and wc, family bathroom (with bath, shower, bidet, wash basin vanity unit and wc), and separate WC cloakroom on the ground floor.
Location Type
- mountain
- Rural
- village
General
- Heating
- Linens provided
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- FireplaceTwo fireplaces with woodburners.
- Parking availablePlenty of space for up to 4 vehicles on private terrace directly outside property.
- InternetWiFi available in most of house
- Towels available
- Wireless Internet
- Wood stove
- Iron & board
- Hair dryer
- Basic soaps
- Toilet roll
- Living RoomA large comfortable lounge with two sofas, wood burner, bookshelves with guidebooks and maps, Smart TV with UK TV channels, patio doors opening directly on to the terrace and alfresco dining area.
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Fridge
- Hob
- Oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee maker
- Toaster
- Dishes & utensils
- KitchenFull kitchen/dining room with all modern appliances including dishwasher, washing machine, electric oven, gas hob, microwave, larder fridge/freezer, well-stocked crockery and cooking utensils, open fire, 10-seater chestnut table with dining chairs.
- Kettle
Dining
- Seating for 10 people
- Dining area
- Childs highchair
- DiningAlso outside dining table with 10 chairs, and further two tables with 4 chairs each on terraces. Outside fridge/freezer for storing drinks.
Entertainment
- TelevisionSmart flatscreen TV in lounge.
- Satellite/Cable TVMajor UK tv channels and Internet channels such as Netflix.
- BooksLibrary of guide books, maps of the area, and paperback novels
- GamesBoard games for children and adults.
- Games for kids
- Video library
Outside
- Garden34 acres of garden including olive groves, meadow and woods.
- Deck chairs
- VerandaOutside table and chairs.
- TerraceOutstanding large terrace on two sides of the villa with beautiful views.
- Outdoor Furniture
- Ski & snowboardThis property is suitable for a winter holiday as the house is fully centrally heated together with a huge wood burner in the lounge and open fire in the kitchen. In recent years there has been excellent skiing conditions from December to April in the nearby mountain ski resorts. Abetone - 70 kms of pistes, 1 hour drive. Cutigliano - 15 kms of pistes, 30 mins drive. Monte Cimone - 60kms of pistes 1 hour 30 mins drive.
- TennisPublic tennis courts in Bagni di Lucca
- Golf1. Versilia - 18 hole par 71, very exclusive, 1 hours drive. 2. Vico per lago - driving range, 30 mins drive. 3. Montecatini Terme - 18 hole par 72, 1 hours drive. 4. Garfagnana - 6 hole course, 30 mins drive.
Suitability
- wheelchair accessibleFamilies are ideally accommodated.
Pool / Spa
- Private poolFull sized pool (11.5 m x 5 m) sunken into the ground and surrounded by a extensive paved terrace with gazebo for shade.
Onsite Services
- Private chef
- Housekeeper included
Notes
- La Dioma is a spacious traditional 200 year old Tuscan property in a private but not isolated location, with an extensive terrace around the villa providing plenty of space for parking, sunbathing, barbecuing and dining. The villa is surrounded by 34 acres of its land including terraces of olive and fig trees, meadows, woods and streams. The property is south facing with magnificent views down the Lima valley to Bagni di Lucca and up to medieval villages and the Prato Fiorito mountain. The beautiful swimming pool with an extensive sunbathing terrace and a shady gazebo is set on a promontory adjacent to the property with 360 degree views of the surrounding natural beauty. This property is particularly suitable for an extended family or large group of friends with 6 double/twin bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and spacious living accommodation inside and outside the property. Italian meals can be organised on site. The property is cleaned weekly and ample linen and towels are provided.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 60 days before check-in.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property that is caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
Pets allowed
Events allowed
Max guests: 12
- Only bookings Saturday to Saturday are allowed during Late Spring, Early Summer, High Summer and Late Summer.
Cleaning practices
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (e.g. countertops, light switches, handles and taps)
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC
Cleaned with disinfectant
Location
Hosted by Patricia and John Gray
Ask a questionAbout Patricia and John Gray
Patricia and John come from a Hertfordshire village. John is a retired quantity surveyor and Patricia a retired HR consultant. They have two grown-up children who love spending time at La Dioma , either chilling out in the lovely hot summers or skiing and snowboarding in the winter. John and Patricia also have two little grandchildren who adore coming on holiday to La Dioma, especially swimming and jumping in the pool! One of the first rental owners in the Bagni di Lucca area, John and Patricia have an established history of 16 years of renting their holiday home to very happy guests from all over the world - as their guestbook will testify!
Patricia and John Gray purchased this villa in 2002
Why Patricia and John Gray chose Guzzano-pieve di Controne
We spent three weeks in Italy looking for a small holiday home with no land. We found La Dioma, a three storey detached house with 34 acres of land! We fell in love with the spectacular peaceful location and the magnificent views of the mountains and the pretty town of Bagni di Lucca in the valley below. The original features of the house were covered with plaster, but initial prodding revealed huge period chestnut beams, cotto tiles, fireplaces and rock walls. We set about lovingly restoring La Dioma to its former beauty. After two years, the house was renovated, furniture purchased and the magnificent swimming pool and sun-bathing terrace finished. Patricia learnt Italian, and John - let's say it's work in progress! We feel very privileged to own our own corner of Tuscany with our property known locally as "paradiso"!
What makes this villa unique
Apart from the stunning natural beauty and tranquility of the area, staying at La Dioma is a real Italian experience. This is not an area of mass tourism. Our neighbours are busy going to work, tending vegetable gardens, making wine and olive oil, picking mushrooms, hunting wild boar and stacking wood for the winter. They may not speak much English but they are incredibly kind, hardworking, fun-loving and friendly. Everything revolves around the family and often food! There are so many great local restaurants and cafes with authentic and reasonably-priced food, it is difficult to decide which one to go to! On the other hand, barbecuing lazily on the terrace with a few beers or a bottle of wine, and popping into the swimming pool and soaking up the lovely views, isn't a bad option either!
- Languages:
- English, French, German, Italian
Private hosts do not rent properties as a trade, business or profession.