Lucca - Garfagnana holiday farmhouse rental, Barga with walking, rural retreat, TV

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I Cerretelli (farmhouse)

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The farmhouse is situated in the centre of the historical town of Tiglio, Barga, 520 metres above sea level in the province of Lucca. Tiglio owes its name to the very old oak trees that are situated on the land. The East wing of the property dates back to 1658 and the south wing dates back to 1771, as can still be read on the stones over the main entrances.

The agriturismo is enclosed inside walls that surround the tiny mountain village. Here you will find the swimming pool with sun terraces, the sun grotto, the children’s play park, a private park, olive grove. At the farmhouse there is respect for tradition, which can be seen and understood by the types of materials and techniques that have been used in reconstruction.

The restoration work has created holiday accommodation within the old farmhouses which ensure our guest's privacy, and conserve the historic elements of the farm such as the old log fired bread oven and the old wash tub.

Swimming pool	Farmhouse
Oreste's bedroom	Swimming pool

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The Tuscany region

There are numerous different places that you can go to visit, from the mountains to the sea, with a bike, by foot,
or by car.Above the small village of Tiglio you will find Tiglio alto, an old medieval castle, where on its ruined foundations of its walls and tower, now stands the the church of San Giusto. In old times tiglio represented an important bastion, watching over from the top of the mountain.

Meanwhile later in 1300 with Barga joining forces with I Medici, Tiglio became a fortress in command of the whole area and because of it’s strategic importance it became the second most populated village in the area.Folowing the CAI paths, you can by foot reach the neighbouring mountain villages, one being Coreglia Antelmineli, ull o history and known for it’s museum of plaster figures, the Tuscan Appenine crest, named “La Nuda”, because it has no vegetation: and the Lago Santo (Holy Lake), near Modena.

The important medieval town of Barga itself must not be forgotten about, under Florence’s liberal protection and influence, beautiful and important historical palaces were to appear. More important,especially from an architectural point of view, is the Duomo di Barga (Barga’s Cathedral).

Building of the Duomo commenced in the X° century and completed in the XVII° century. On the road leading to
Tiglio you will be able to admire the beautiful views of the Duomo and the Apuan Alps. You must not gorget to visit the Convent of Saint Elisabeth, and Saint Francis’s., unique in it’s examples of it’s religious symbols made from Robbiane clay, (School of Andrea fromRobbia); the theatre XVII° century (Teatro dei Differenti), Pancrazzi’s
Palace and many more luxurious palaces and villas.

It must be remembered that Barga has been recognised as one of the100 most beautiful villages in Italy, and has been awarded La Bandiera Arancione (the Orange Flag). Four kms from Barga, you can find the small village of Castelvecchio Pascoli, the home and place of death of the poet Giovanni Pascoli: remembering also his most famous poems like “L’Aquilone”, “O Valentino”, “La Cavallina Storna”, “L’Ora di Barga”, etc.

Lucca - Garfagnana / Barga area

There is easy access to the whole of the Garfagnana area from Castelnuovo. G up until the Apuan natural reserve of Orecchiella, either by car or even on a mountain bike.

“L’Orrido di Botri” is a very particular place to visit, it is a small natural canyon, excavated from the a rock in the Torrente Fegana, only a few kms from Tiglio, le “ripide dell’Ania”, (Ania’s falls), reachable on foot, and the “Grotta del Vento”, (the Wind Grotto).

The Terme Bagni di Lucca holds a special place in the panorama of Italian thermal baths, thanks to its numerous traditional thermal cures and the superior quality of its well-being treatments. It is the ideal vacation spot for well-being, culture and relaxation.

The “Ponte del Diavolo”, (the Devil’s Bridge) otherwise called “Ponte della Maddalena”, (Maddalena’s
bridge), goes back to the X° century, it’s architectural shape and it’s daring light will astound you as it crosses
over the Serchio river. Either by train or by car, you might want to go and visit the famous art cities, like Lucca, Pisa or Firenze. Finally the sea, Viareggio is renowned for it’s beautiful beach, and becomes alive with its yearly carneval festival, and it’s night life, ongoing since the 1960’s.

During the winter season you can go skiing on the most famous ski slopes in the Centre of Italy: The Abetone,
approximately 1 hour and 15 mins by car, and The Radici approximately 1 hour by car.

Opportunities for hiking and horseback riding with guide. Opportunities to visit the most 'beautiful Tuscan city with guide.

How to get there

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Activities near Lucca - Garfagnana

Facilities

Further details indoors:
There are also other apartments available, please contact the owner for details

Further details outdoors:
The farmhouse offers apartments in the farmhouses of this delightful hill farm which is situated in the hilly village of Tiglio, near Lucca, far from built up areas and industrial zones.

Our agricultural activities: the farm is surrounded by lush green countryside, and is around 20 hectares of land planted in chestnut trees and olive groves.

We inherited the land from our grandparents and after having been left abandoned for decades, my Family and I have decided to rediscover the beauty of nature, of the greenery and tranquillity.

We produce chestnut, acacia, and millefiori (1000 flower) honey, olive oil, chestnut flour, and timber for firewood and carpentry.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low seanson ,October -May	24 Feb 09	1 Jun 09	650£ 586	0-	0-	Flexible
Mid season , June	1 Jun 09	1 Jul 09	850£ 766	0-	0-	Flexible
High season,July and Augu	1 Jul 09	1 Sep 09	1040£ 937	0-	0-	1 Week
Mid season, September	1 Sep 09	1 Oct 09	850£ 766	0-	0-	Flexible

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Low period : from 1st October to 31st may,not including Christmas holidays, Easter holidays, weekends: 8th December ,25th April and 1st may. The heating is not comprises in the price (price min euro 55-euro max 94)

Middle period :from 1.06 to 30.06 and from 1.09 to 30.09 (price min euro 70 -euro max 124)

High period :from 1.07 to 31.08 during july and august months we accept reservation from Saturday to Saturday (price min euro 86 -euro max 149)

Cot and high chair for baby are gratis.

Availability

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