In Castiglione di Garfagnana .You'll find Pontecosi Lake and Ariostesca Castle within 3 miles (5 km) of this villa. Duomo and Archaeological Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello - 11 min drive - 5.0 miles
Verrucole Fortress - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles
Sanctuary of San Pellegrino in Alpe - 21 min drive - 8.2 miles
Santuario Mariano Eremo di Calomini - 23 min drive - 10.5 miles
Forte dei Marmi Beach - 54 min drive - 30.0 miles
Getting around
Castelnuovo di Garfagnana Station - 8 min drive
Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) - 79 min drive
Restaurants
Il Pozzo - 5 min drive
La Rocca - 10 min drive
L'Aia di Piero - 8 min drive
In Gelateria - 9 min drive
Grind House - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Private pool, WIFI, walking distance facilities. Electric car charging point
Casa Eli, is beautifully situated in large, flat grounds, with a river boundary at the bottom which you can cross via a little bridge to reach the village. Ideal for a quick morning walk to get bread! The location feels like and adventure to children, crossing the home made bridges over the stream/river.
This well maintained and well loved property is light, airy and spacious with 3 good sized bedrooms (one with 4 poster bed, one double and one twin), 2 bathrooms (one with hydromassage and turkish steam shower, and another with corner bath, double basins and separate shower), fully equipped kitchen diner, utility room, and living room with comfy seating, large sofa bed and fireplace. Beamed ceilings and traditional style flooring feature throughout the upstairs, along with solid chestnut windows and doors.
Insect screens are fitted throughout the property.
Free Wifi
Outside there are two covered terraces spanning two side of the house. These terraces are framed with arches - a perfect place for eating and relaxing al fresco.
The grounds: The extensive gated grounds have lots of flat open space - ideal for children's ball games. The swimming pool is 8M x 4M plus Roman Steps There is plenty of room for exploring and one can walk cross country into the village of Pieve Fosciana via an enchanting 10 minute woodland walk, crossing the stream on handmade bridges. There is a good sized bbq and an outdoor wood oven for experimenting with making bread and pizzas. Garden house - this gives an option for indoor dining close to the BBQ and wood oven if required, and also provides a relaxing area away from the group if you wish to sit and read inside, but overlooking the garden. The grounds are bordered by a stream Plenty of parking.
Electric Car Charging Point - Payment on use, €15 per full charge, payable in cash to owner.
A little about the area: Situated in extensive grounds, bordered by a stream at the bottom, with views of open countryside and mountains beyond, this is a peaceful retreat in a unique location.
Despite the peace and privacy the site is less than a 10 minute walk cross country and across the streams, to the village of Pieve Fosciana with the following facilities:
Two restaurants - one of which is regarded to be the best in the area, but very well priced! Bars Shops, including a delicatessen selling scrumptious home made Italian hot food to take away - with a menu that is changed daily Supermarket Banks The walk can only be undertaken during the day. The drive is less than 5 minutes. The market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana is only a 5 minute drive away too, with its bars, restaurants, shops, famous Thursday morning market, and train station for easy exploring.
Lucca is less than a one hour drive away, the beautiful mediaeval town of Barga is 20 minutes, Florence 90 minutes, Pisa 1 hr 15 minutes.
This property is well located for both relaxing and exploring, with the rare benefit of being within walking distance of a restaurant...
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General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Tourist tax taken €1 per person to maximum of €5 per person per stay. Not applicable to guests under 14 yrs. Tax payable in cash on arrival
Pool open 1 May to 30 September. If pool required for other dates written permission required.
If you wish to bring a DOG please check IN ADVANCE
Heating not included in the price of your stay. If heating is required it is to be paid locally for the amount used.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Some pets allowed on request
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: children welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite 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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property Registration Number IT046010C2ORZFZJPV
We should mention
All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
Onsite cash transactions can't exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
How close is Private pool, WIFI, walking distance facilities. Electric car charging point to the airport?
This villa is 56.2 mi (79-min drive) away from the Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Private pool, WIFI, walking distance facilities. Electric car charging point have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.
Does Private pool, WIFI, walking distance facilities. Electric car charging point offer free breakfast?
This villa does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Private pool, WIFI, walking distance facilities. Electric car charging point?
No, there is no casino at this villa.
What time is check-in at Private pool, WIFI, walking distance facilities. Electric car charging point?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Private pool, WIFI, walking distance facilities. Electric car charging point?
Free parking is not available at this villa.
Does Private pool, WIFI, walking distance facilities. Electric car charging point have a pool?
This villa features an outdoor pool.
Does Private pool, WIFI, walking distance facilities. Electric car charging point have a spa?
This villa doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.
How close is Private pool, WIFI, walking distance facilities. Electric car charging point to downtown Castiglione di Garfagnana?
This villa is 0.9 mi away from Castiglione di Garfagnana.