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Villa Allegra - restored barn with pool and mountain views
Holiday home in Capannori with private pool and kitchen
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Reviews
8.0 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 61776.0 sq ft
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Explore the area
Pieve di Compito, Lucca, Tuscany
- Place, Lucca Polo Fiere11 min drive
- Place, Walls of Lucca14 min drive
- Place, Sanctuary of Santa Gemma14 min drive
- Airport, Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)33 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Blue Room
2 Single Beds
Gold Room
1 Queen Bed
Green Room
1 Queen Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 4
Soap · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Villa Allegra - restored barn with pool and mountain views
Villa Allegra was built in 1676 by the Giovanetti family of Lucca, to process the olives of its olive groves in the foothills of the Monte Pisano. The Villa consists of the 5-bedroomed main house and 3-bedroomed barn. The two properties are completely separate, but share grounds of 3,500 metres and the pool. Both properties have their own designated alfresco dining area.
Villa Allegra's barn has three double bedrooms (one with twin beds), all with ensuite bathrooms. There is an additional bathroom downstairs, a well-equipped kitchen, cosy living room, and private alfresco dining area. The property is west-facing and enjoys an abundance of sunlight and breathtaking views of the mountains. The property is located on the edge of the medieval village of Sant Andrea di Compito, famous for its mountain walks, fresh spring water and extensive collection of camelia trees.
Just a few metres away from the property, along an olive tree-lined lane, you will find the public tennis courts, with two courts, bookable by the hour at the cultural centre. A 7-minute walk will take you to the nearest pizzeria/restaurant - Tre Tigli. Lucca is 11km, Florence 55km and Pisa airport is a 38-minute car trip, either via the motorways or through the provincial villages of Pisa.
The twinned village of Pieve di Compito and Sant'Andrea di Compito have a special microclimate that make it cooler in Summer. It is well fed by streams from the Monte Pisano, and on the main road just before you arrive at the house you can fill up cans with fresh spring water at the public fountain. After a scorching day touring the cultural towns of Florence, Sienna or San Gimignano, when you come home you will find lots of leafy, shady spots to retire to. If you still need cooling down, you can take a short trip (5 minutes by car) to the local ice cream cafe, PappaGrappa, which makes its own all-natural ice creams and sorbets.
From Villa Allegra there are various walks you can make, into the Monte Pisano. The area is very popular with hikers as it is still offers a wealth of flora and fauna to explore and enjoy. Alternatively, you can visit the Camillietum Compitese - the Camellia botanical garden of Pieve di Compito, which boasts 1,000 cultivars.
Villa Allegra's barn has three double bedrooms (one with twin beds), all with ensuite bathrooms. There is an additional bathroom downstairs, a well-equipped kitchen, cosy living room, and private alfresco dining area. The property is west-facing and enjoys an abundance of sunlight and breathtaking views of the mountains. The property is located on the edge of the medieval village of Sant Andrea di Compito, famous for its mountain walks, fresh spring water and extensive collection of camelia trees.
Just a few metres away from the property, along an olive tree-lined lane, you will find the public tennis courts, with two courts, bookable by the hour at the cultural centre. A 7-minute walk will take you to the nearest pizzeria/restaurant - Tre Tigli. Lucca is 11km, Florence 55km and Pisa airport is a 38-minute car trip, either via the motorways or through the provincial villages of Pisa.
The twinned village of Pieve di Compito and Sant'Andrea di Compito have a special microclimate that make it cooler in Summer. It is well fed by streams from the Monte Pisano, and on the main road just before you arrive at the house you can fill up cans with fresh spring water at the public fountain. After a scorching day touring the cultural towns of Florence, Sienna or San Gimignano, when you come home you will find lots of leafy, shady spots to retire to. If you still need cooling down, you can take a short trip (5 minutes by car) to the local ice cream cafe, PappaGrappa, which makes its own all-natural ice creams and sorbets.
From Villa Allegra there are various walks you can make, into the Monte Pisano. The area is very popular with hikers as it is still offers a wealth of flora and fauna to explore and enjoy. Alternatively, you can visit the Camillietum Compitese - the Camellia botanical garden of Pieve di Compito, which boasts 1,000 cultivars.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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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
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside, not in the house.
Important information
You need to know
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
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 GBP 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
Capannori
Located in Capannori, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Orto Botanico di Pisa and Arno River, while Villa Guinigi National Museum and Lucca Center of Contemporary Art are cultural highlights. Lucca Botanical Gardens and Puccini Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Pieve di Compito, Lucca, Tuscany
What's nearby
- Lucca Polo Fiere - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
- Walls of Lucca - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
- Sanctuary of Santa Gemma - 14 min drive - 9.9 km
- Porta Elisa - 14 min drive - 10.2 km
- Cathedral of St Martin - 15 min drive - 12.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Ristorante il Gattino Bianco - 8 min drive
- Bar Fabbri - 11 min drive
- A Bimbotto - 14 min drive
- La Cantina di Alfredo - 9 min drive
- Il Giardinetto - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.0
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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6/10 Okay
Lucinda A., Winchester
23 Aug, 2018
A lovely place to escape the heat and crowds.
Lucinda A.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018
About the host
Your host
I'm originally from the UK and have travelled a lot. Italy is one of my favourite countries. It's stunningly beautiful to explore, has a beautiful language, a kind culture and an excellent culinary heritage. Plus the sea, city and nature are so conveniently close to each other. I like to spend time in nature, foraging for herbs or wild mushrooms. But I also like to visit museums and go to music concerts and exhibitions. The village of Pieve di Compito, where this property is located, allows you to do all that in one day!
Why they chose this property
I have loved Italy since I was 19 and a student of Italian. A few years later I discovered this ancient village immersed in nature, and as charmed by its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Pieve di Compito has an active summer cultural life, thanks to the activities organised by the local social and cultural centre, a non-profit organisation that hosts a famous international camelia show and a series of drama, classical, folk and jazz music concerts, as well as seminars on the nutritional and medicinal value of the local 'weeds' and herbs.
What makes this property unique
Villa Allegra is in a very advantageous situation, nestling at the feet of olive slopes and with a cooling stream running at the bottom of the garden. The house is wide but narrow and entirely south and west facing, which means it gets lots of sun, yet its thick stone walls keep it cool.
To be surrounded by the sounds, sights and scents of nature, rich in biodiversity, is very calming. You hear a cockerel crow, many different kinds of bird song, you smell herbs, fragrant jasmin and the occasional scent of burning leaves. You hear the trickle of the waterfalls, crickets and cidadas, maybe some dogs barking in the distance. The calm of this ancient village with its ancient camelia trees contrasts with the bustling energy of the walled Medieval city of Lucca just 15 minutes away. There are also many local activities nearby. The village has two public tennis courts and open-air auditorium within five minutes of the house. The village shop, a bar and a restaurant are within walking distance too.
Pieve di Compito is in an ideal position for visiting Tuscany's cultural wonders and wineries. It's only 15 minutes from Lucca, an hour from Florence, 40 minutes from Pisa and its airport, and 1-1/2 hours from Sienna. The beaches are 40 minutes away and the surrounding area offers many country walks and a wide variety of restaurants (most of which require a car to get there). The area is very popular with cyclists and mountain bikes can be rented in nearby Guamo.
To be surrounded by the sounds, sights and scents of nature, rich in biodiversity, is very calming. You hear a cockerel crow, many different kinds of bird song, you smell herbs, fragrant jasmin and the occasional scent of burning leaves. You hear the trickle of the waterfalls, crickets and cidadas, maybe some dogs barking in the distance. The calm of this ancient village with its ancient camelia trees contrasts with the bustling energy of the walled Medieval city of Lucca just 15 minutes away. There are also many local activities nearby. The village has two public tennis courts and open-air auditorium within five minutes of the house. The village shop, a bar and a restaurant are within walking distance too.
Pieve di Compito is in an ideal position for visiting Tuscany's cultural wonders and wineries. It's only 15 minutes from Lucca, an hour from Florence, 40 minutes from Pisa and its airport, and 1-1/2 hours from Sienna. The beaches are 40 minutes away and the surrounding area offers many country walks and a wide variety of restaurants (most of which require a car to get there). The area is very popular with cyclists and mountain bikes can be rented in nearby Guamo.
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