Wonderful private villa for 12 guests with private pool, WIFI, A/C, TV and panoramic view
Beautiful stone farmhouse situated in quiet and panoramic location in the countryside surrounding Lucca. This villa has been recently restored preserving its original architectural features and turned into a charming private country villa offering comfortable and tastefully furnished interiors. The house is near the main villa where the owners live but it is completely independent and is provided with a large private garden as well as a private swimming-pool. Small pets are allowed. Distances: the small town of Orentano with food shops 1,5 km away, Altopascio with all kinds of shops and main services 5 km, the lovely town of Lucca 15 km away, Pisa (airport) approx. 40 km, Florence (airport) approx. 55 km away, the renowned town of Montecatini Terme with spas and golf courses 15 km, the coastline (Versilia) with beautiful equipped beaches about 40 km away. At guests’ disposal: private garden equipped with tables, chairs and sun-umbrellas, large private swimming-pool with sun-beds (14 x 6 m –minimum depth: 1,40 m; maximum depth 1,8 m – open from 25/04 to 15/10), furnished covered veranda, barbecue, table tennis, mountain bikes for rent. ; wireless Internet connection, washing-machine, ironing facilities and vacuum cleaner , dryer, available.Covered parking within the grounds. Horse-back riding facilities, tennis courts and golf courses are available in the surrounding area. Pool towels are provided at no extra costs.
Please carefully check if there are any extra costs to be paid on site!
===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION ===== 275 m2 Ground floor: living-room (satellite TV) with fireplace, breakfast corner, open well-stocked kitchen (oven, freezer, dishwasher, toaster, American coffee maker), dining area with access to a large covered veranda ideal for nice open-air dinners, double bedroom (that can be turned into a twin-bedded room), bathroom with bathtub and shower and direct access on to the outside Open gallery (above the living-room): 2 sofa-beds. 1st floor: bathroom with shower, double bedroom, double bedroom with baldaquin bed, bathroom with shower, 2 twin-bedded rooms, bathroom with shower. Laundry with washing-machine. Bathroom are provided with hairdryers.
Air conditioning in all the bedrooms.
The following might be to be paid extra: Extra Bed, Final Cleaning, Pet, Refundable Security Deposit (cash).
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Property Registration Number IT050009B4LAPSS13A
Property # 1619301
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Castelfranco di Sotto
Castelfranco di Sotto is home to this villa. Fattoria del Teso and Tenute di Badia are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Centro Storico di Buggiano and Piscina Comunale Pontedera. Pinocchio Park and Puccini Museum are also worth visiting.
Church of Santa Maria Assunta - 14 min drive - 11.8 km
Terme di Montecatini - 20 min drive - 21.0 km
Arno River - 21 min drive - 16.0 km
Piazza del Popolo - 21 min drive - 21.0 km
Terme Excelsior - 21 min drive - 21.4 km
Getting around
Altopascio Station - 12 min drive
Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Bar Pizzeria Gelsa - 9 min drive
Pasticceria La Gioconda - 10 min drive
La Dogana - 11 min drive
Pizzeria Il Re della Pizza Da Vito - 5 min drive
Festa della Pizza - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful private villa for 12 people with private pool, WIFI, A/C, TV and panoramic view pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Beautiful private villa for 12 people with private pool, WIFI, A/C, TV and panoramic view?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful private villa for 12 people with private pool, WIFI, A/C, TV and panoramic view?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful private villa for 12 people with private pool, WIFI, A/C, TV and panoramic view?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful private villa for 12 people with private pool, WIFI, A/C, TV and panoramic view located?
Situated in Castelfranco di Sotto, this villa is within 9 miles (15 km) of Fattoria del Teso, Tenute di Badia and Tenuta del Buonamico. Mastio della Torre Civica and Bientina Town Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Review for stay from 29 October 2022 to 01 November 2022
La villa è bellissima, tenuta bene, con lavatrice, asciugatrice e molti altri servizi. I padroni sono stati lo stesso molto disponibili e gentili.
[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] The villa is beautiful, well maintained, with washing machine, dryer and many other facilities. The owners were also very helpful and kind.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
30 Oct, 2015
Review for stay from 10 October 2015 to 13 October 2015
Una casa preciosa, la dueña muy amable. Todo perfecto. Muy recomendable.La piscina no la disfrutamos pero es preciosa y enorme. Ideal para famílias grandes.
La casa está muy bien situada, aunque nos costó un poco encontrarla, porque no aparecia el nombre de Villa Fontine
A pesar de esto volveríamos.
[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] A beautiful villa, with a very kind owner. Everything perfect. Much recommended. We have not used the pool but it was a nice and very large one, ideal for a large family.
The house is well located, though it has not been easy to find it because the name Villa Fontine was not indicated in signs...in spite of this, we will return.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Anna Maria R.
10 Oct, 2015
Review for stay from 10 October 2015 to 13 October 2015
Una casa preciosa, la dueña muy amable. Todo perfecto. Muy recomendable.La piscina no la disfrutamos pero es preciosa y enorme. Ideal para famílias grandes.
La casa está muy bien situada, aunque nos costó un poco encontrarla, porque no aparecia el nombre de Villa Fontine
A pesar de esto volveríamos.
[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] A beautiful villa, with a very kind owner. Everything perfect. Much recommended. We have not used the pool but it was a nice and very large one, ideal for a large family.
The house is well located, though it has not been easy to find it because the name Villa Fontine was not indicated in signs...in spite of this, we will return.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
11 Jun, 2014
Review for stay from 31 May 2014 to 07 June 2014
When we arrived at your villa we were surprised by the enormous space in- and outside the villa. It even looks a lot better than on the pictures on the website. The rooms were very clean and the enormous garden including a large swimming pool are maintained excellent. We liked especially the privacy, the swimming pool and the large terrace. We also made frequently use of the montainbikes and the ping-pong table. During our stay we visited Bientina (not so interesting), Pisa, Lucca, Florence, Viareggio, Montecatini and Montecarlo (very nice village on a hill). The owner Angela and her daughter Silvia were very kind and helpful. Overall we have had a wonderful time.
Fam. van de Vorst, Netherlands
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Frans V.
31 May, 2014
Review for stay from 31 May 2014 to 07 June 2014
When we arrived at your villa we were surprised by the enormous space in- and outside the villa. It even looks a lot better than on the pictures on the website. The rooms were very clean and the enormous garden including a large swimming pool are maintained excellent. We liked especially the privacy, the swimming pool and the large terrace. We also made frequently use of the montainbikes and the ping-pong table. During our stay we visited Bientina (not so interesting), Pisa, Lucca, Florence, Viareggio, Montecatini and Montecarlo (very nice village on a hill). The owner Angela and her daughter Silvia were very kind and helpful. Overall we have had a wonderful time.
Fam. van de Vorst, Netherlands
Archival
10/10 Excellent
28 Sept, 2011
Review for stay from 20 August 2011 to 27 August 2011
Prima woning in mooie, rustige omgeving. Alleen de twee bedden op de overloop/vide was wat minder.
[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] Great home in beautiful, peaceful setting. Only the two beds on the landing / loft were not so good.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Frank W.
28 Sept, 2011
Review for stay from 20 August 2011 to 27 August 2011
Prima woning in mooie, rustige omgeving. Alleen de twee bedden op de overloop/vide was wat minder.
[English translation courtesy of Easy Reserve] Great home in beautiful, peaceful setting. Only the two beds on the landing / loft were not so good.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
29 Jun, 2011
Review for stay from 18 June 2011 to 25 June 2011
The Villa Fontine, aka Villa Niccolai, is a tremendous property, with excellent comforts, exquisite grounds, and a pastoral location. It is a very authentic Tuscan villa, looking small from the outside but is open and spacious inside. Multiple outdoor dining locations are available: poolside, under a new poolside curtained gazebo, in the garden, or under the porch awning. The owners, Angela (mother) and Sylvia (daughter), were gracious, warm, and welcoming. We did a special dinner with a chef the first night and it was divine. It is a great space for kids ages 4 and up (for younger tots, there are lots of stone stairs and the pool is not fenced), with plenty of room to run around outside. Only a few slight negatives: wifi isn't very strong so must stay close to host's house (no signal on porch or at pool); neighboring roosters start calling at 4:30 am, an authentic but not ordered wake-up call; the owner's house is very close to the villa, but owners not intrusive at all; gardening commences at 7 am or earlier each morning. Overall, it was a magnificent place to stay.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Scott S.
18 Jun, 2011
Review for stay from 18 June 2011 to 25 June 2011
The Villa Fontine, aka Villa Niccolai, is a tremendous property, with excellent comforts, exquisite grounds, and a pastoral location. It is a very authentic Tuscan villa, looking small from the outside but is open and spacious inside. Multiple outdoor dining locations are available: poolside, under a new poolside curtained gazebo, in the garden, or under the porch awning. The owners, Angela (mother) and Sylvia (daughter), were gracious, warm, and welcoming. We did a special dinner with a chef the first night and it was divine. It is a great space for kids ages 4 and up (for younger tots, there are lots of stone stairs and the pool is not fenced), with plenty of room to run around outside. Only a few slight negatives: wifi isn't very strong so must stay close to host's house (no signal on porch or at pool); neighboring roosters start calling at 4:30 am, an authentic but not ordered wake-up call; the owner's house is very close to the villa, but owners not intrusive at all; gardening commences at 7 am or earlier each morning. Overall, it was a magnificent place to stay.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
9 Dec, 2009
Review for stay from 17 October 2009 to 24 October 2009
What a wonderful home you have here. It was a joy to stay. We loved coming back and making dinner and playing cards or just talking about our day. The kitchen table is THE gathering place! Than you for providing such a beautiful place for all paople to come to.
We took many day trips to Lucca, La Spezia, Pisa, Montecatini, Camaiore, Portofino and others despite the rain! Quite beautiful all over warm paople, welcoming people!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
17 Oct, 2009
Review for stay from 17 October 2009 to 24 October 2009
What a wonderful home you have here. It was a joy to stay. We loved coming back and making dinner and playing cards or just talking about our day. The kitchen table is THE gathering place! Than you for providing such a beautiful place for all paople to come to.
We took many day trips to Lucca, La Spezia, Pisa, Montecatini, Camaiore, Portofino and others despite the rain! Quite beautiful all over warm paople, welcoming people!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
23 Apr, 2009
Review for stay from 08 April 2009 to 16 April 2009
Thank you so much for a wonderful stay here at Villa Fontine.Your beautiful house and stunning property were greadly enjoyed. The little touches such as lovely paintings, fresh flowers in our rooms made us feel very welcome and at home. Our boys had a wonderful time playing soccer with your family , and we really appreciate your kindness towards them. We had many exciting daytrips to the surroundings, Pisa, Lucca and spent one day in Venice. Thank you for a fantastic family holiday. The hogans - Canada
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Anne S.
27 Oct, 2007
Review for stay from 27 October 2007 to 03 November 2007
It is much larger in person than the pictures really show on the website. It was terrific and set up great for multiple family situations. The large eat in kitchen was tremendous. We cooked 12 out of 14 nights in the villa. The local vendors really have great food choices to prepare. Angela and her son were fabulous. They made a few calls for us when we had trouble with the rental car and even gave us some homemade pasta sauce.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Robin W.
8 Sept, 2007
Review for stay from 08 September 2007 to 15 September 2007
Convenient for flights into Pisa. Lots of accessible places to visit- Lucca, Pisa, Medici Villas, Florence. Lovely Villa good for families or groups as it has lots of good bathrooms. Bigger than usual pool and exclusvie use of large garden with BBQ area.
Robin W. Scotland
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ernest N.
9 Sept, 2006
Review for stay from 09 September 2006 to 16 September 2006
The Villa is well located - just far enough off the A1 to assure the pleasure of rural Italy while close enough to good grocery shopping and tons of "tourist" things to do. The area has an unending variety of interesting things to do. We especially enjoyed driving the "back roads" in the area. The accomodations at the villa are wonderful. We were most appreciative of the one bedroom on the first level with wheelchair access, for one of our friends. The hosts, Lorenzo and his mother, were most gracious and very accomodating. The only difficult part of our stay was tearing ourselves away from the Villa each day to visit the local sights.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Christina S.
15 Apr, 2006
Review for stay from 15 April 2006 to 22 April 2006
Very spacious, very clean, very beautiful inside and out. Great for kids- we have 5 kids (under 7) and they had a ball and we didn't feel like they were going to break things. If the pool had been clean and heated, we probably would have used it (we were there in mid-late April). The location was ok, although there's a lot of traffic in the surrouding areas.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan M.
23 Jul, 2005
Review for stay from 23 July 2005 to 30 July 2005
The villa and the holiday was special - everything we wanted and more. The grounds were fantastic and very large. Days by the pool were relaxing. Ideally situated in Tuscany to reach all the sights. No shortage of nearby restaurants.