Villa Pigna  is a spectacular home perched high on the hillside a few km outside Lucca. From the villa you have a glimpse to the enchanting Apuane Alps crowning the horizon. In fact, observing the slopes of these mountains, you can see the marble quarries which export this precious stone all over the world. These peaks, very appreciated for day trips and and hiking trips, are renowned for their marvelous veduta stretching out towards the Mediterranean sea. Scattered over the hillside terrain, one can find farm buildings, uncontaminated woods and romantic mountain refuges. The hillside where the villa stands is divided into different terraced areas; visually impressive and typical of this area of Tuscany, this landscaping practice has generasted what are referred to as “scaloni” ( which means “grand staircases” ) by molding the terrain. The villa itself is found on the first terrace level; the second terrace level hosts a beautiful swimming pool facing the vast valley and providing a great spot from which to enjoy the incredible view. Outside, the villa appears as an elegant building covered with it’s original stone walls and displaying, on its left side, what seems to be a series of red brick decorations. Typical of Tuscan rural buildings, the red brick patterns that today appear as decorations were once perforations in the walls of the barns, built in such a way allowing the circulation of air throughout, so as to keep the hay from rotting.

Swimming pool & pool house

The swimming pool is large and well-equipped making it ideal for relaxing or sun-bathing. An additional gazebo provides a covered area where to can enjoy cool summer breezes. A small poolhouse close by serves as a changing room and is also equipped with a bathroom, shower, fridge and two single beds.

Garden

The garden is characterized by an English lawn embellished with large vases containing flowers, citrus trees, aromatic plants and creeping vines. In fact, all around the building is an arbor covered with different varieties of climbing plants which guarantee cool shade in the living and dining area. The house offers two outdoor areas: the first, flanking the shorter wall, where couches, armchairs and small tables provide a comfortable lounge area; the second, located close to the kitchen, where table and chairs are set up for al fresco dining. From the lounge area the stairs go up to a green house, a welcoming and intimate refuge where you can relax, enjoy a good cup of coffe, practice yoga or get inspiration for creative works. Further up you will arrive at a delightful panoramic terrace, under the shade of trees, where you can relax and enjoy the spectacular view of the valley reading a book and enjoying a nice glass of wine.  

FEATURES & AMENITIES

• Wi-fi
• 1 babycot, 1 high chair
• Mosquito screens on all windows
• Heating and air conditioning in all the rooms
• Working fireplaces (1 kitchen, 1 lounge at ground floor, 1 ground floor lounge room, 1 in the studio), washing machine, iron and ironing table
• Hairdryers in all bathrooms
• Dish washer
• Micro wave, coffee machines (moka),american coffee machine, oven, water boiler, fridge with ice maker, toaster, blender, fruit juicer
• Courtesy line in each bathroom
• Barbecue
• Pizza oven
• BBQ
• Alarm system
• TV-SAT
• DVD player
• Pool 7 x 14 m
• Covered parking area
• Ping pong table
• Stereo Hifi
• Patio

SERVICES INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL RATE (STAFF SERVICE)

• Welcome basket which includes: self catering dinner ( cold dishes ) on arrival
• Groceries for a continental breakfast for the first morning
• Maid service is included 2 hours a day 2 days a week
• Electricity is included within 200 kwh. After that it must be paid at consumption at € 0,50 per kw

NOT INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL RATE AND ANY ADDITIONAL CHARGES (TO BE PAID IN EUROS DIRECT ON THE PREMISES)

• Final cleaning € 250
• AC and heating (0,86 € per lt) at consumption

HIGHLIGHTS & VILLA LAYOUT

The villa’s interior is a perfect fusion of modern and functional furnishings mixed together with elegant and antique pieces. The rooms are spacious with high ceilings showing their original wooden beams. The floors have maintained their original red terracotta tiles and the warm and traditional atmosphere is completed with a nice selection of furniture. Throughout the villa guests can admire precious paintings and art objects along with wrought iron and silver accents. Further decorating touches include the highlighting of certain areas of the ancient stone walls with special lighting. The stainless steel appliances and white furniture matches perfectly with the elegant style of the villa and add a modern touch, creating a truly comfortable and pleasent atmosphere.

Ground Floor (Main Villa)

• Living room with an open fireplace leading to a large loggia with sitting and dining areas.
• Well equipped kitchen giving onto the garden
• Outdoor dining area
• WC
• Laundry room

First Floor (Main Villa)

• Large, two-storey living room with marble fireplace.
• Bedroom 1 Bedroom with 2 single beds and an ensuite bathroom with shower
• Bedroom 2 Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with bathtub
• Bedroom 3 Bedroom with 2 single beds and bathroom ensuite with bathtub
• Bedroom 4 with 2 single beds sharing bathroom with shower with another double bedroom

Second Floor (Main Villa)

• Studio with double sofa bed and fireplace
• Bedroom 5 The master bedroom with characteristic beams and furnished with impeccable and refined taste in delicate colors which help to relax; ample bathroom with shower and jacuzzi bath. On awakening you can enjoy the view of the surrounding forest.

Pool House

• Changing room with fridge
• Bedroom 6 with 2 single beds
• WC and separate shower