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open space in ancient convent
Cottage in Lucca with kitchen and fireplace
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Sleeps 7 861.1 sq ft
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- Place, Villa Grabau
- Place, Walls of Lucca
- Place, Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
- Airport, Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
open space in ancient convent
The open space is located on the ground floor of a building dating back to the 1200s which was formerly a convent of Spanish nuns, which later became a country villa of the Mansi family from Lucca. It has come to our family who now take care of it with love. In 1997 it was renovated giving a new life to the internal and external building. The house is located on a hill called "Il Colletto" and overlooks the village of Ponte a Moriano along the Serchio river.
By parking the car in front of the gate, it is possible to enter the garden of the house which offers a breathtaking view of the plain of Ponte a Moriano and which opens up to the hills of Lucca. The convent is located on the hill of S Stefano di Moriano called "Il Colletto" and which runs along the Serchio river. River that crosses the city of Lucca and then flows into the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Nature is luxuriant and the garden offers fruits and flowers including lavender, almond, pomegranate, apple, orange,…
It is possible to enter the house through two entrances: one from the garden and the other comfortably from the street which allows you to unload luggage or other bulkier things.
The apartment is a large open space living room which includes a living room (with a double sofa bed, TV), a bedroom with a double bed and another single bed on request, a bathroom with shower, a utility room, a dining room and a large kitchen. All of course in rustic Tuscan style.
The house is not isolated but is located in a small hamlet of other historic houses and villas, but maintains its independence.
The convent can be reached by car and is located 800 meters from the village of Ponte a Moriano where you can find shops, a pharmacy, a bank, a post office, restaurants and railway and bus transport lines.
The location of the house is strategic because it is located 8 km from the city of Lucca, 37 km from Pisa and Viareggio, 81 km from Florence, and about 20 km from Garfagnana with its beautiful Apuan Alps.
The apartment is located in an ancient convent building where there are 3 other apartments, one of which is inhabited by the landlords. The house is not isolated, but is located in a cluster of other historic houses and villas. We share the garden with Julie and John who own the other half of the convent. The relationship with the neighborhood is excellent and discreet. The best way to live surrounded by nature without feeling completely isolated and alone.
We are in the hamlet of S. Stefano di Moriano, along a dead-end road, so the road that leads to the convent is not very busy. The house is surrounded by nature and it is possible to leave the house on foot for beautiful walks.
The hill allows a view of the town of Ponte a Moriano and the various towns around Lucca.
We live in a very special place. We are close to the most famous Italian cities of art, we are in the Tuscan countryside and we are close to the sea and the mountains. Special events are organized in our area: Lucca Comics and Games, Puccini and his music, excursions on the Apuan Alps and in the caves, the Via Francigena passes through here, there are the best wines from all over the world, the most relaxing Spas, we are close at the Orecchiella National Park, there is the most famous opera festival in the world dedicated to Puccini, you can meet famous directors at the Lucca Film Festival, in July you can listen to the best live music at the Lucca Summer Festival, and more.
The "Il Convento" apartment is a historic building and the area is protected by the fine arts for which maximum seriousness is required in the use of objects and premises.
Also try not to use a high tone of voice after midnight.
The good rule of the house is to leave the house clean, especially the kitchen and bathrooms, before leaving.
By parking the car in front of the gate, it is possible to enter the garden of the house which offers a breathtaking view of the plain of Ponte a Moriano and which opens up to the hills of Lucca. The convent is located on the hill of S Stefano di Moriano called "Il Colletto" and which runs along the Serchio river. River that crosses the city of Lucca and then flows into the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Nature is luxuriant and the garden offers fruits and flowers including lavender, almond, pomegranate, apple, orange,…
It is possible to enter the house through two entrances: one from the garden and the other comfortably from the street which allows you to unload luggage or other bulkier things.
The apartment is a large open space living room which includes a living room (with a double sofa bed, TV), a bedroom with a double bed and another single bed on request, a bathroom with shower, a utility room, a dining room and a large kitchen. All of course in rustic Tuscan style.
The house is not isolated but is located in a small hamlet of other historic houses and villas, but maintains its independence.
The convent can be reached by car and is located 800 meters from the village of Ponte a Moriano where you can find shops, a pharmacy, a bank, a post office, restaurants and railway and bus transport lines.
The location of the house is strategic because it is located 8 km from the city of Lucca, 37 km from Pisa and Viareggio, 81 km from Florence, and about 20 km from Garfagnana with its beautiful Apuan Alps.
The apartment is located in an ancient convent building where there are 3 other apartments, one of which is inhabited by the landlords. The house is not isolated, but is located in a cluster of other historic houses and villas. We share the garden with Julie and John who own the other half of the convent. The relationship with the neighborhood is excellent and discreet. The best way to live surrounded by nature without feeling completely isolated and alone.
We are in the hamlet of S. Stefano di Moriano, along a dead-end road, so the road that leads to the convent is not very busy. The house is surrounded by nature and it is possible to leave the house on foot for beautiful walks.
The hill allows a view of the town of Ponte a Moriano and the various towns around Lucca.
We live in a very special place. We are close to the most famous Italian cities of art, we are in the Tuscan countryside and we are close to the sea and the mountains. Special events are organized in our area: Lucca Comics and Games, Puccini and his music, excursions on the Apuan Alps and in the caves, the Via Francigena passes through here, there are the best wines from all over the world, the most relaxing Spas, we are close at the Orecchiella National Park, there is the most famous opera festival in the world dedicated to Puccini, you can meet famous directors at the Lucca Film Festival, in July you can listen to the best live music at the Lucca Summer Festival, and more.
The "Il Convento" apartment is a historic building and the area is protected by the fine arts for which maximum seriousness is required in the use of objects and premises.
Also try not to use a high tone of voice after midnight.
The good rule of the house is to leave the house clean, especially the kitchen and bathrooms, before leaving.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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Important information
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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 credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Lucca
Located in Lucca, this cottage is in a rural area. Fattoria Sardigiustiniani s.s.a and Parco Avventura Sospeso nel Verde are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oak Tree of Pinocchio and Monte Castellare. Puccini Museum and Lucca Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby rafting, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.

Lucca, Toscana
What's nearby
- Villa Grabau - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
- Walls of Lucca - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
- Piazza dell'Anfiteatro - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
- Guinigi Tower - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
- Piazza Napoleone - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Esselunga - 5 min drive
- Pizzeria Sale e Sole - 8 min drive
- Il Chiocciolo - 5 min drive
- Le Colonne Di Matraia - 12 min drive
- Osteria Canapino - 10 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Simona

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English, French, Italian
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