Historic village house with private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, near Bagnone

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An ornate interior with a grand staircase, chandeliers, and detailed wall and ceiling decorations.
A historic building with a white facade and a stone structure with wooden shutters.
A stone patio with a table and chairs, overlooking a forested valley.
A stone building with a bell tower, surrounded by a landscaped garden with various flowers and shrubs.
A pool with two blue chairs, a stone building, and a covered area with a railing.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
  • Culinary delights just around the corner
    Guests love the location for its abundance of dining options.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Bagnone Massa Carrara
  • Place, Bagnone Portico
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bagnone Castle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bagnone Church of St Nicholas
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic village house with private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, near Bagnone

Al Palazz sits at the heart of a tiny hillside village, just outside the medieval Tuscan town of Bagnone. It’s not just a rental property – it’s our much loved Italian family home.

Guests describe Al Palazz as “spacious”, “comfortable”, “lovingly restored”. They adore the wonderful pool area and gardens, the spectacular views, the well-equipped kitchen, and the extra amenities: wifi, private parking, books, maps, DVDs, games, fresh garden produce, outdoor kitchen bar and dining area. They also love the farm restaurant across the square.

Next to the private 11x4m salt-water pool there are sun loungers, showers and a toilet, changing rooms, and a covered terrace with kitchen and dining facilities including sink, fridge, tableware, large Weber gas BBQ, and table tennis. The pool is set in extensive landscaped gardens with views over wooded valleys to Bagnone castle and the mountains beyond, with many different places to sit and to relax. You can spend whole days (and evenings – there’s gentle outdoor lighting) just lazing in the gardens and by the pool. Or maybe take a wander down to local rock pools, or into Bagnone for a coffee.

We provide extensive House Books on the property, the area, local highlights and specialties. This a wonderful area for food and drink, with many great places to eat - including Al Vecchio Podere, the delightful traditional farm restaurant across the square. We can with advice and bookings if needed.

Guests also say the villa makes an excellent base for sightseeing: the Cinque Terre and Italian Riviera are under an hour away, and Lucca, Pisa, Florence Parma and Genoa are all great city days out.

Al Palazz sleeps up to six people in great comfort. The house is in two parts, which you can use flexibly according to the people in your group:

THE VILLA (first and second floors) is the traditional living area of the house. The entrance is up external stairs to a small first-floor terrace overlooking the village square and the valley - perfect for a morning coffee. There are two double bedrooms with comfortable large beds, two well-appointed bathrooms, two sitting rooms, and a traditional Tuscan kitchen and dining room. The main bedroom has a superking-size bed; the second has a pair of single beds that can be made into a kingsize double.

THE CANTINA is an open-plan studio apartment on the ground floor. It has its own front door and internal stairs to the Villa which can be open or locked off. There is a kitchen/sitting/dining area, and a luxury third bedroom with kingsize-bed and bathroom.

The bedroom flexibility and the extra privacy and facilities in the Cantina are particularly appreciated by three couples, multi-generation families, and families with older children who need separate rooms.

We’ve rented Al Palazz to over 120 families for over 175 weeks across many summers. We've been on VRBO since 2018 and have great reviews here and elsewhere. Search for Al Palazz Bagnone to learn more about holidaying here and find all our reviews.

We’re always happy to answer questions, both before and during your stay. We want all our guests to have a wonderful time staying here. For us, Al Palazz is a relaxing rural retreat that offers a real taste of Italian life. If that is what you’re looking for, please do be our guests!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Most suitable for age 5+
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Maximum three children in any booking
02-16 Sep 2023 and 24 Aug--14 Sep 2024 max. 4 guests have private use of the main villa, pool and gardens. (Owners living in ground floor apartment.)
Price for 4 guests is for use of the main villa . If the third bedroom/bathroom in La Cantina is required for 4 guests, the Guest 5 fee is charged.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number IT045002C2ZBHQEPQF
Property # 8064318
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bagnone

Located in Bagnone, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Museum of the Lunigiana Stele Statues and Museo della Stampa are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Happy Land bowling and Biancani. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, mountain climbing and ecotours nearby.
Map
Bagnone Massa Carrara

What's nearby

  • Bagnone Portico - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bagnone Castle - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bagnone Church of St Nicholas - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lerici Beach - 45 min drive - 43.2 km
  • Forte dei Marmi Beach - 52 min drive - 65.4 km

Getting around

  • Filattiera Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Al pozzo - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Locanda La Lina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lagdei Rifugio, 1257 mt - ‬60 min drive
  • ‪Punto e pasta - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bar Madonna - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic village house with private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, near Bagnone have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Historic village house with private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, near Bagnone pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic village house with private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, near Bagnone?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic village house with private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, near Bagnone?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic village house with private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, near Bagnone?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic village house with private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, near Bagnone located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bagnone Portico, Bagnone Church of St Nicholas and Bagnone Castle. Appennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park and Il Giardino della Luna Restaurant are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jane Wolfson

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We fell in love with Italian cities in the 1990s, and wanted to get to know Italy better. We chanced on Lunigiana and fell in love with a 14th century ruin! We restored the house and created the pool and gardens over several years while still working in the UK. Now we’re retired we spend half the year here. It's the most relaxing place we know, perfect for gatherings of our global family, and a great place to eat well and develop our gardening skills!

We've rented holiday homes for 40 years, and offer at Al Palazz the things we appreciate ourselves as renters (sharp knives!), as well as things we know that our guests like. We've rented Al Palazz for over 20 summers, so we're experienced hosts. We love sharing our family Italian home in the summer with people who want to experience 'real Italy'.

Why they chose this property

This for us is 'real Italy' - a historic house that's part of a thriving tiny village, with local shops and restaurants close by, in a traditional rural area. The slow pace of life here is a complete contrast to our life in a modern city in England. We adore the views, the light, the air, the changing colours of the hillsides. We love being ‘away from it all’, relaxing looking out at the view from the sitting room, in the gardens or by the pool. We love pottering around local towns, days out at the seaside, visiting Florence and Parma, walking in the hills, dipping in mountain streams. And we especially enjoy cooking at home and eating out in any of the 20 or so local restaurants we know and like.

What makes this property unique

Al Palazz is not just a rental but a much-loved Italian family home with a stunning private pool set in lovely gardens. It’s a relaxing rural retreat, spacious, comfortable and well-equipped, with wonderful views, close to facilities, but 'away from it all'. You can laze all day and evening by the secluded private pool, or explore the many delights of the local area. Al Palazz is also a great base for sight-seeing: the Cinque Terre and major must-see cities are easily accessible by train or car.

Our House Books are a mine of information on the property, the area, and local food/drink, We're always on hand, by email, phone or WhatsApp, to help with queries, advice or bookings. We know the best places to go and best things to do, and if in doubt we know who to ask among our many Italian friends and contacts.

Languages:

English, French, Italian
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