May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
The apartment is in BARGA, one of the Toscana's most beautiful hillside towns, at the second floor, south side, of an ancient villa with an amazing view from the private terrace. Here you will find a place rich in fairy tale atmosphere with a nice private garden/vineyard where you can have lunch, take the sunshine or just read a good book. The apartment has also a good location with easy walking distance from Barga's old town, theater, restaurants and shops. The location of this apartment could not be better-1/2 block walking distance to the pharmacy, trattoria and walled city. A few more blocks to the main shopping area. The communal pool and the riding school are reachable in a 10/15 minute walking. The quiet and relaxing place rich in fairy tale atmosphere could be ideal for honeymoon, however, if you have a baby it is possible to arrange a baby bed.
Terrace
Front side of the villa
Landscape (see the villa in the circle)
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The Tuscany region
From the Etruscans to the Romans to the Renaissance, Tuscany is possibly the greatest repository of art in the world, from extraordinary paintings and sculpture to frescoes and architectural masterpieces. Visitors to Tuscany come for many reasons. Many come in search of fine art, others to explore the extraordinary countryside. Gourmets and wine buffs descend on Tuscany to enjoy the simple yet wonderful cuisine and wine. Walkers enjoy the mountain paths, cyclists the rolling hills, summer vacationers the sea coast and islands. Students come to learn the beautiful Italian language and culture.
There is a lot to see and do in Tuscany, the difficulty is really where to start. Lucca is only 21 Miles far from Barga, it is one of the most ancient towns of Etruria with its rich cultural and mercantile heritage and boasts a unique town centre which is completely enclosed by monumental walls which date back to the 1500th century. The Wall, whilst not being quite as well known as the Great Wall of China, is a spectacular fortification. There are also churches, of course, monuments and the gardens of the great villas. Tuscany was the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, and its artistic heritage includes architecture, painting and sculpture, collected in dozens of museums, the best-known of which is the Uffizi and the Bargello in Florence, but also in many other towns and cities in the region.
Tuscany is a charmed land, equally blessed by the genius of man and nature, and often by the combined efforts of both. Think of the vineyards: rows of baby green vines that manage somehow to march in arrow-straight formation up the gently rolling hillsides, bounded by single files of darker green cypress trees, snaking sandy roads leading to rust-coloured farmhouses and moss-coated castles, symmetrically rounded hilltops surmounted by towns so homogeneous as to seem one single building. Every inch of land has been sculpted, first by the elements and then by generations of inhabitants whose goals were always twofold: make the land produce as much as possible, make the land as beautiful as possible
Lucca - Garfagnana / Barga area
BARGA - The small hilltop town of Barga (altitude 410 metres) is dominated by the fine cathedral, which houses an excellent marble pulpit and some works of the Della Robbia school. An important centre of the Garfagnana, it has wonderful views of the whole area and the town itself is a charming network of narrow streets, archways and winding stairways.
The upper (and older) part of the town is to be explored on foot and has all sorts of hidden alleyways and tight staircases leading to who knows where - the streets play host to an unusual 'Living Nativity' pageant each Christmas.The town grew up around an ancient Lombard castle and was surrounded by a wall with three separate gates. Besieged at different times by both Pisa and Lucca, it eventually became part of the Florentine state and stayed so until 1859. After you have trekked all the way up, relax a while on the paved terrace in front of the Duomo that offers a wonderful 'viewing platform' over the surrounding rooftops, terraced hills and distant mountains. Barga hosts art, opera and jazz festivals "Bargajazz" as well as weekly markets, great local restaurants, swimming pool, riding school. Italian Touring Club has recently assigned the "orange flag" of the "Migliori borghi d'Italia" ("Best villages of Italy"), a distinguished sign recognizing the peculiarity of its beauty and of its quality.
The caretakers are wonderful - very friendly and helpful. Access to other cities is easily accomplished by either car, local bus or train. Barga itself is a beautiful small city to explore as is all of northern Tuscany. The locals are very friendly (the friendliest of Italy!) and not speaking Italian is not much of a hindrance. Locally there are lots of interesting towns & villages to visit like Castelnouvo Garfagnana with its local market day.
GARFAGNANA - with its mountains and its woods, is a fruitful valley, rich in history and traditions, that, crossed by the Serchio river and its tributaries, divides the Apuane Alps from Appennino Tosco-Emiliano. The influence of two such different surrounding areas has promoted the development of an original landascape, very special not only for geography but also for culture. Within easy travelling distance from famous artistic cities like Lucca, Pisa and Florence, Garfagnana offers an unpolluted environment, where you can fully immerse yourself - walking on the paths of the valley , going on horseback or by bike, or along the old mule-tracks, which lead you to discover picturesque villages, traditions and the history of this land. Useful links: http://www.barganews.com http://www.garfagnanaturistica.info
How to get there
Barga is a hillside town, 21 Miles far from Lucca. The nearest airport, weel connected to Barga via local bus or train, is the Galilei International Airport in Pisa. *Several bus go direct from the airport to the bus station of Lucca. You can then take a direct bus to Barga. The Barga bus station in only 200 meters far from the villa, just 100 meters past the Hotel Villa Libano entry. *By train from Pisa airport, change at Pisa Central, then direct to Barga Gallicano-5min by bus or taxi far to Barga town- For details of train connection from Pisa Airport to Barga Gallicano see TRENITALIA.COM(the site has an English Version). *Local taxi( Gonnella on mobile number + 39 339678336 or Biagiotti on mobile number + 39 3483580424). Approx. travel time Pisa-Barga 90 minutes
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats City breaks
Facilities
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
Utilities:
Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Rooms:
Bedrooms (1), Bathrooms (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden
Further details indoors: Welcoming accommodation with an amazing view from the private terrace and a nice garden where you can relax, take the sunshine and prepare a barbecue. The apartment is comfortable, quite and bright, with all amenities you may need for your unforghettable holiday. A bottle of our good wine will be on the table at your arrival.
Further details outdoors: Amazing view from the apartment terrace, that is furnisced by table chairs and sun beds. Barga is a wonderful medieval town bursting with history, beautiful architecture, galleries, cafés and restaurants. There is a jazz club which offers live music all year round as well as a theatre and summer jazz and opera festivals. Throughout the summer in Barga and surrounding villages there are frequent small outdoor festivals with live music, dancing and local food. The modern part of Barga has a public outdoor pool, a cinema, tennis courts, riding stables, bike hire and, of course, many shops, cafes and restaurants.
Further details
30% deposit is asked for rental, rent balance on arrival day.
Conditions
Smoking permitted outside on the terrace
Rental rates
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. SHORT STAYS ALLOWED. ALL CHARGES-INCLUDED. DISCOUNT DEPENDING ON LENGTH OF STAY. DOWNPAYMENT/DEPOSIT REQUESTED
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Name:
Pardi Francesco
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