Lucca holiday apartment rental, Piana di Lucca with walking, balcony/terrace, rural retreat

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Apartment Il Gelsomino (apartment)

Home description

This charming apartment is part of an old stone village house built approx 250 years ago, overlooking a white marble14th century church,with a private jasmin covered terrace, surrounded by hills. Santa Maria Del Giudice is only 10 minutes drive away from the centre of Lucca and 15 mins from Pisa. A cosy and romantic setting for a couple who wish to experience true Tuscan living. Within walking distance from the property, there are village shops selling fresh local produce and 3 excellent trattorias serving local Lucchese dishes.

The 250 yrs old apartment has been restored with care and taste, in-keeping with its age and environment. Cosily modernised to provide a welcoming holiday home to suit all ages. There are original chestnut beams, terracotta floors, a marble kitchen sink and radiators in every room. There are French doors from the kitchen to the terrace, making it a light and charming room. From the kitchen are open tread stairs to the double bedroom with windows facing the village, church and hills beyond. The King size cast iron double bed (160 cm) has matching bed side tables and a large wardrobe. The small but cosy sitting room / single bedroom has a sofa bed, small chest of drawers and plenty of books and games. There is a bathroom with a shower cubicle with continuous hot water. A hairdryer is provided.

Il Gelsomino	View from courtyard
Kitchen/breakfast room	Bedroom

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The Tuscany region

The northern region of Tuscany has the good fortune to be close to mountains and the Mediterranean sea.It is also famous for fascinating medieval cities, where travellers have visited for centuries to admire the art, churches and culture.With the high mountains in the Garfagnana where marble is still mined, to the gentle hills with olive groves, there is plenty to do and see, or simply relax on a white sanded beach in the Versilia.

Florence,Siena,Volterra and the stunning landscape of nearby Cinque Terre in Liguria can be reached by car,train or boat!

Lucca / Piana di Lucca area

It is possible to never leave the working village of Santa Maria Del Giudice as there is everthing provided for daily living.It offers a taste of Tuscan village life with the sounds of children playing, neighbours chatting and church bells ringing.The only thing which is missing is a bank, but there are numerous in Lucca if you need to change money.Within 5 minutes walk from Il Gelsomino are friendly and helpful grocers and a mini supermarket selling locally grown salad and vegetables. Fresh bread arrives daily. There are 2 communal outdoor swimming pools close by, plus tennis,golf and horse riding towards the coast.

Lucca is the nearest town,8km, which can be easily reached by car and local bus.Famous for peaceful winding lanes revealing churches,tiny piazzas and a Roman amphitheatre, it can be enjoyed on a hired bicycle or simply strolling along the magnificent walls. The region of Lucca is well known for excellent olive oil, and the area of Montecarlo is good for a large range of wines. Nearby to Lucca there are Thermal Spas, where it is possible to book a range of therapies. There are many excellent bars,coffee shops and restaurants for a welcome break if visiting the antique and craft markets or endless shoe shops is just too much!

In the summer months there are several music festivals for all tastes,from jazz in Pistoia to the ever popular Summer Festival open air concerts in Lucca's main square. plus the famous operas bt Puccini perfomed in the open air by Lake Massaciuccioli.

How to get there

Pisa International Airport is only 35 mins drive away.

Ryanair, Easyjet, British Airways,Jet2, BMI, Thomsonfly, all fly direct to Pisa.
All major car hire firms at Pisa Airport

Nearest motorway is Firenze-Pisa Nord, exit LUCCA EST,which is only 7klms from the property.
Bus from Pisa Airport to Lucca stops at village.
Local bus to Lucca

Activities near Lucca

Facilities

Further details outdoors:
The sunny terrace filled with pots is very private.The entrance to the property is via steep stone steps from a courtyard, which is off a side road in the centre of the village of Santa Maria Del Giudice.There is easy free parking in the church square and side roads.

Further details

English speaking owner lives in the house across the courtyard, and is willing to loan maps,guide books,and give local advice if required.

Conditions

No smoking except on the terrace.
There is no barbeque, but guests are welcome to buy the throw away types from the supermarket.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
High season	28 Jun 08	6 Sep 08	385£  385	5555	5555	5 Nights
Mid season	6 Sep 08	18 Oct 08	355£  355	5252	5252	3 Nights
Low season	18 Oct 08	1 Nov 08	335£  335	5050	5050	3 Nights

The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday and Saturday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
The above rates include, electricity,gas,heating and final cleaning.
We can accept payment by bank transfer in Sterling or Euros.
There is a 30% holding deposit and a refundable £50 or 75 euros damage deposit.

Guestbook

A delightful rustic apartment with all you need for a holiday in one of the most beautiful and friendly places on earth. This is rural paradise sandwiched between two wonderfully historic cities.-Alex and Chris Sept 2007

Availability notes

To see availability please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/51527

Contact owner

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Contact details for home 51527 Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:	Jenny Lantschner
Tel:	+39 0583 370197
Mobile:	+39 329 3617008
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Advertiser joined: 27 Feb 2008 This property added: 27 Feb 2008

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