Monte Rotondo, Tuscany Villa with large private pool 200 mtrs walk to restaurant

Experience the rare combination of total mountain privacy and the convenience of being able to walk to dinner. Monte Rotondo is a spacious 4-bedroom villa set in the peaceful hamlet of Monteperpoli, offering breathtaking views of the Garfagnana valley.

Monte Rotondo offers a rustic Tuscan experience without the isolation. The standout feature here is the location. Being able to walk five minutes to a high-quality restaurant is a massive win for a rural villa. It means you can enjoy a carafe of local wine with dinner and not worry about navigating winding mountain roads in the dark.

The 12-metre pool is significantly larger than what you’ll find at most rentals in this price bracket, providing plenty of room for a proper swim or for kids to play without being on top of each other. Inside, the kitchen is well-equipped for those who want to make the most of the local markets in Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, which is only 3 km away. All the bedrooms have private en-suite bathrooms and there is a 5th bathroom on the ground floor.

Whether you are dining on the covered patio or taking in the mountain views from the pool the house feels private and settled. It is located in the quiet hamlet of Monteperpoli, giving you a authentic sense of Garfagnana life while staying within easy reach of the shops and cafes in town.

This is a solid, honest choice for a family or a group of friends who want space, scenery, and the convenience of a great meal on their doorstep.

LOCATION AND CONVENIENCE

While the setting is peaceful and rural, you are never isolated. The main market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana is only 3km away, offering supermarkets, shops, bars, and a vibrant weekly market. For those looking to explore further, the local train station has direct links to Lucca, making day trips straightforward and stress-free.

Castelnuovo offers supermarkets, shops, cafés, bars and a weekly market selling clothing, household goods, flowers, fruit and vegetables. There is also a tourist information office and a train station with direct links to Lucca, making day trips straightforward.

Garfagnana – The Best Area in Tuscany for Walking

The Garfagnana is often described as “Hidden Tuscany”. Situated between the Apuan Alps and the Apennine mountains, it offers dramatic landscapes, cooler summer temperatures and some of the best walking terrain in the region.

We have close ties with a specialist outdoor activities company offering world-class mountaineering, canyoning, caving, mountain biking and guided hill walking at reasonable prices.

Nearby Villages & Places of Interest

The medieval villages of Cascio, Eglio and Sassi are well worth exploring, as are many other small villages across the valley.

Other highlights include:

- San Pellegrino in Alpe
- Corfino
- Sillico
- Barga
- Bagni di Lucca
- Hermitage of Calomini
- Grotta del Vento
- Fortezza delle Verrucole
- Castiglione di Garfagnana

Coast & Beaches
The beach resorts of Forte dei Marmi and Viareggio are just over an hour’s drive away.

Lerici is a particularly attractive fishing town further north, near the Cinque Terre. Boats to the Cinque Terre can be taken from Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi.

Distances
Lucca – approx. 50 minutes by car or train
Pisa – approx. 1.5 hours
Cinque Terre – approx. 1.5 hours
Florence – approx. 2 hours

Monte Rotondo offers the rare combination of a large private pool, walkable restaurant and immediate access to one of Tuscany’s most scenic and authentic regions. It is particularly well suited to families or groups who want space, privacy and excellent walking territory without sacrificing convenience.