La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player, ping pong, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Lucca, Tuscany
  • Lucca Roman Amphitheatre
    19 min drive
  • Circolo Ricreativo Sportivo Il Barbagianni
    6 min drive
  • Diecimo-Pescaglia Station
    24 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)
    53 min drive

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About the area

Pescaglia

A family-friendly stay in Pescaglia awaits you at this farm stay. You'll be 10.1 km (6.3 mi) from Apuan Alps and 12.2 km (7.6 mi) from Fattoria Sardigiustiniani s.s.a. Highlights at this farm house include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .This smoke-free farm house offers an outdoor pool, a terrace and a garden. Plus you'll find barbecues. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Pescaglia farm house include Piazza Santa Maria and Porta Santa Maria.

What's nearby

  • Guinigi Tower - 19 min drive
  • Walls of Lucca - 20 min drive
  • Cathedral of St Martin - 20 min drive
  • Piazza Napoleone - 21 min drive
  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Diecimo-Pescaglia Station - 24 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tenuta Adamo Winery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Hotel La Pania - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Purgatorio - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Guzzanello di Pardi Silvano - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Il Naso - ‬29 min drive

About this property

La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca

Tucked away on a sunny hillside, ‘La Camelia’ is an old Tuscan farmhouse of great charm & character. It has recently been refurbished to the standards & comforts of modern living, yet retains its original flavour with terracotta floors, chestnut beamed ceilings, & hand-painted majolica tiling. This is a relaxed & comfortable property in harmony with its natural surroundings & suitable for children.

The ground floor has a spacious, open-plan layout of kitchen, sitting and dining areas, with double doors to a conservatory & then a wisteria-covered outdoor eating area. The house has recently been extended into the barn to create 2 additional reception rooms. Upstairs the house sleeps 10 in 5 bedrooms in total: 3 double bedrooms, 1 twin bedroom and a bedroom with 2 single beds.

The house is set in an attractive, enclosed garden with views over unspoilt hills. A notable feature is the cascading, split-level saltwater swimming pool, 16x5m, with travertine surround, set in green lawns, the higher level being a separate shallow pool for children. There’s a patio around the higher level of the pool with ample good quality pool furniture for sunbathing. By the pool there is an outdoor dining area covered by a pretty portico. The garden also includes a more formal outdoor dining area beneath wisteria, a brick barbecue, and a working pizza oven - which, while for professional use only - the house manager can happily book a pizza chef to make them for you. The pool is open May-September. It is not heated but its is warm in the summer months.

'La Camelia' is 15 mins from the centre of Lucca, within easy reach of Pisa, Florence, Siena & the sea. The picturesque town of San Martino in Freddana is a 5 minutes drive & offers local food shops, a supermarket, post office, pharmacy, bank, bars & restaurants.

Lucca is a beautiful historic city surrounded by intact 15 century walls, around which you can walk or cycle. Famous for its medieval towers, churches, & 'Piazza Anfiteatro'; its winding paved streets offer an array of smart boutiques, gourmet shops, excellent restaurants & traditional markets. Puccini was born there & daily recitals of his music take place in the 12 c Basilica of San Giovanni. There's also an annual open air festival of his operas during July & August at Torre Del Lago, 30 mins away.

Pisa is around 35 mins drive from the house, Florence is 60 mins. The nearby towns of Montecarlo & Vinci (home of Leonardo) are lovely places for lunch, the latter with some very good restaurants & a Leonardo museum.

The elegant seaside resorts of Versilia - Viareggio, Pietrasanta, Lido di Camaiore & Forte Dei Marmi are around 40 mins drive.

Not far from the house there are a number of wonderful villas & gardens built in the 16th & 17th centuries, the most famous being Villa Garzoni at Collodi, home of the creator of Pinocchio. Around Florence there are also several grand Medici villas worth seeing. The old spa towns of Montecatini & Bagni di Lucca are of interest; as are the picturesque ancient towns of the Garfagnana region such as Barga & Castelnuovo.

Further afield - day trips to Siena, San Gimignano, Volterra, Cinque Terre, Arezzo & the mountains of Carrara are well within reach.

Tennis, riding, bicycle hire & golf are all available in the area.

There are 5 challenging & beautiful golf courses around an hour's drive.

Property manager

Alex

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Stereo
  • Table tennis

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Private pool
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 23

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse With Cascading Pool 15 min From Lucca
Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse Cascading Pool 15 min Lucca
Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse Cascading Pool 15 min Lucca
Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse With Cascading Pool 15 min From Lucca

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca?

The closest beach to La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca is Viareggio Beach (16.3 km).

Does La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca have a pool?

La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca has an outdoor pool.

Is La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ and an outdoor pool, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca?

No, La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca?

No, pets are not allowed.

La Camelia - stylish Tuscan farmhouse with cascading pool near Lucca Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tuscany
Lovely area. Any issues resolved by helpful manager. House very comfortable Pool gorgeous !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and facilities
Loved our weeks stay, it’s a beautiful home with everything you need to enjoy the area. Tanya was amazing at organising boat trips and cooking lessons - both highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property set in lovely countryside.
We stayed for a week as a family of five and had a fantastic holiday. The pool was a big hit (as was the darts board) with everyone and the house is lovely with really comfy beds. The kitchen is well equipped and the outdoor seating areas for enjoying meals are gorgeous. We were slightly disappointed that we couldn't use the pizza oven as we have in previous rentals. The air conditioning was definitely needed and we did feel that it should have been included instead of being an additional charge. The property would also benefit from a welcome package of a few groceries as many rentals provide these and are really welcome for the first night. We did have an amazing time though and thoroughly enjoyed exploring the area which has lots to offer. Lucca and the surrounding region is stunning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay in beautiful Lucca!
Everything about the property was fantastic! It exceeded all expectations. The attention to detail on the rooms, decor, fully stocked kitchen with everything you could possibly need. Communication with the owner and the house manager was excellent. Would definitely recommend if you need help with the activities in the local area:) It was the perfect location to spend my birthday with friends and family and would recommend to anyone wanting to spend time in that region. It is also so close to vineyards for wine tasting and the scenery is absolutely breathtaking:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitra P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic villa
La Camelia is an absolutely beautiful villa located at the end of a winding single track road in green wooded hills about 25 minutes from Lucca. The pool and gardens are beautifully maintained, there’s a BBQ, table tennis and other games for entertainment, the kitchen and living areas are well equipped, the bedrooms are comfortable and well decorated, the bathrooms are clean and modern. 5 stars all round. The local village is about 5 mins drive and has a decent supermarket, bar and pizzeria. The beach is a 30 minute drive. There are lots of places to visit nearby and Lucca is worthy of more than one visit to see even part of what it has to offer. A car is essential
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

CLAS B.

Birthday celebration!
Great house with a super nice outdoor part, the pool was the highlight for the kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away
Truly enjoyed everything about this place. The house manager was very responsive and helpful with recommendations for what to do and eat in the area. We had a beautiful family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Lucca
Lovely villa, fantastic hosting by Tanya. Massages from Wioletta was an added bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Absolutely lovely home.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
This house is in an absolutely stunning location, surrounded by the Italian hills and Cyprus trees. The property itself was very homely, modern but with many beautiful period features including beams, open brick and stone work such as the open outside bbq area. The decor is high quality; with lots of interesting art and decorations. The house which has 3 stories is Incredibly spacious inside and out with multiple areas for dining, relaxing and the zones in the garden area are brilliant too. The bathrooms and bedrooms are all a fantastic size and perfect for a family. We had some excellent recommendations for local dining which gave a real taste of Italian living. You’ll definitely need a car to get around but we absolutely loved coming back to this property to relax and unwind after a busy day exploring Lucca and the surrounding areas such as Pisa and Florence. We would highly recommend for either a small group or a larger family. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful autumn stay
Back from a lovely week staying in this property just outside Lucca. This house is perfectly located in beautiful countryside yet only a short drive from the old walled town of Lucca. The house itself was really well appointed with everything one could want. A lovely kitchen as well as outdoor BBQ area and plenty of outdoor seating so we could enjoy eating outside in the last of the late summer warmth. Super spacious as well with a large living room and bedrooms with views over the local countryside. There's also a great local pizzeria and small but well stocked supermarket only 5 mins drive from the house. We made plenty of trips to Lucca as well as deeper into the North Tuscan countryside and a very easy day trip to Florence on the train from Lucca. All in all a great week in a wonderful location. Will definitely go back..
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Martina D.

a wonderfull holiday
It was a wonderful house.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Birthe N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent facility for family holiday
Absolute worth to stay for your next holiday. Delicious house facility in real authentic Toscanini style. Good and well functioning house, nice kitchen and a lot of living space. We where 8 adults and 4 children and It was nice to have the 4 separate bathrooms connected the 5 sleeping rooms. Perfect pool and very children friendly. We booked Chef- Sapori Coscani to cook a dinner for us and we had a great evening and enjoyed the Chef’s company and delicious food. The garden not to forget. Very well maintained and with more cozy places where we enjoyed sitting in the late evenings. The house Manager was very helpful and we got from her the best service for all sour needs. Alice - thank you for your percistence during the COVID period 2020 - and for your support which meant that we could spend the holiday in 2021. Our best recommendations for this property. Regards from Nymark family Denmark

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay for the family
We went as a small family group with grandparents and toddlers. It was a lovely home to stay in, we really enjoyed the pizza oven, the shallower pool for the little ones and Tanya the house manager was great for recommending things and booked us a great restaurant. We loved visiting Lucca and the beach (both about 30mins away) Thanks for a really lovely week!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Tuscan farmhouse for family holiday.
Well equipped with a fabulous pool which both children and adults enjoyed. Great outside areas for dining and playing. We all had a lovely family holiday.

10/10 Excellent

sean p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for families, especially little ones
We were 6 adults and 3 young children on this family week. The house was well equipped, roomy and the pool area was ideal. We especially liked the 3 different areas outside for dining and drinking as well as the ping table! While there was no air conditioning (which may matter to some folks) we found the fans and open windows served us well. We would recommend this house to our friends without reservations. Down the hill from the house was a great Gelateria (Silvias) as well as great thin crust wood fired Pizza at La Piazzetta (oddly not in tripadvisor). The food mart Simply was around the corner from Piazetta- all of these were within 10 minutes of the house. We must note the owners as well as their property manager Gina were highly responsive and also accommodated our needs for cribs and high chairs. A 5 star recommendation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Margot M.

Liked: Cleanliness
La Camélia- fabulous group location!
Gréât location! Sun all day! Fabulous outdoor space no air con needed as it cooled down in evening - each couple had their own bathroom except top floor where one room has 3 single beds with 2nd room master! Lots of fans! Quiet within house! Easy drives to Lucca, Pisa, Florence and even did cinque terre! Because you are in mountains internet was a bit come and go. It was a perfect location for our family with thrift amount of privacy and gathering spots! The chef Morena made us a spectacular dinner at a very reasonable price! We had a yoga session on the grass in the morning! The local gelato and pizza spots were great and we went to a local butcher in Lucca to buy beef which we bbq’d which was fantastic. All in all terrific! Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Mark T.

Perfect family holiday home.
We, 6 adults and 5 children had a wonderful holiday. The children's pool was a real bonus. End of season housekeeping issues were a bit irritating, parasols broken, couple of chairs with wobbly legs, non functioning second refrigerator. We had a chef come to cook a birthday meal which was the highlight of the holiday, highly recommended. Certainly a good choice overall!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fergus P.

Excellent Family Holiday
The owners were extremely helpful - allowing us to check in early as the house had not been occupied that morning, providing tips for the stay and 2 cots for the babies in the party. The villa was superb - the pool is ideal with plenty of space and chairs/loungers, a child's pool and large, deep pool for swimming. It's also fenced off. The rooms were spacious and either en-suite or with easy access to a bathroom. We used the outdoor BBQ almost every night and the facilities easily catered for our party of 9 adults and 2 babies. We thought the location was very handy - far enough away to have peace and quiet, but Lucca and surrounds are within an easy reach.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

The Perfect Lucca Hillside Getaway
We thought this property was beautiful and very comfortable with all the amenities. The history of the villa along with the surroundings made our stay so peaceful. The sunrise and sunsets on the veranda are unforgettable. We lounged at the pool, played music and prepared wonderful meals for our family and friends. The listing description is accurate. The villa's location/directions are difficult for the first time, so we highly recommend arriving during the day. We enjoyed the surrounding areas: Lucca, Pisa, the sea, and Florence. Our only suggestion for the owners would be to set up a better recycling system.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Phil M.

All we hoped for and more...
Our holiday at La Camelia was truly fabulous. We celebrated two big birthdays with all my family, including my 3 yr old grandson. The farmhouse was truly excellent, clean and well appointed both inside and out, with fabulous pool, terraces and things to do. The BBQ was used extensively and eating outside for every meal bar one, including breakfasts was a delight. We booked Morena for an evening to cook for us, who did us proud, buying, preparing and serving all the food, serving nibbles round the pool and shooing us out of the kitchen if we offered to help. She was a wonder, even decorating the table with flowers from her garden and candles. We went to the beach for a day, which was lovely and sandy and only about 40 mins away. Lucca, which was only 15 mins away was beautiful and easy to walk around. We also caught the train from Lucca to Florence for the day, which was well worth a visit. The service we had from the owner and the house manager were excellent and would thoroughly recommend it to our friends. We were sorry to leave... Phil and family
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

8/10 Good

Thomas D., Eltham, London

Quiet and tranquil retreat
The house was plenty big enough for our party of 7 adults and four children. The top highlight was the pool, which was shallow enough for an 18 month old to touch the bottom and always provided fun and relaxation. Next was the dining table under the wisteria which was the occasion for nice lunches and dinners. Lucca was within an easy drive and we had a nice day out there, as also were some nice villas with gardens. The ice cream parlour in San Martino in Freddana was also very popular as a short escape with a treat at the end. The supermarket in San Martino (Simply) had everything we needed. The house was as described and the housekeeper sorted out the Internet when we asked her to and was helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Remy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good
Nice house, quiet, excellent pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Holliday
Very well equipped house with a nice pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream lodge in dream location
Oui le trajet est une adventure qui vaut le coup. Superbe maison avec superbe alentours. De plus les photos ne montrent même pas toute la beauté, il y a même une salle de bain toute renovée. Manager du lodge trés sympa et accessible. Top adresse en Toscanie.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023