Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 5 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Not suitable for children under 5 No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
LA CANONICA, a listed building dating from 1501, has been recently restored to a high standard in accordance with the requirements of the Dept. of Fine Arts. Situated in a quiet medieval hamlet it is within easy reach of the beautiful Gulf of Poets, the stunning coastline of the Cinque Terre, the ski resort of Cerreto. The nearest beach at Lerici has a Blue Flag award (which indicates clean water, pristine sands and a well organised beach). The walled city of Lucca which Prince Charles described as the most beautiful in the world is just a train journey away.
LA CANONICA is the perfect place to relax. There is a peaceful garden and patio,incl pizza oven, with hillside views. But if you want a bit more activity, there are lovely hikes nearby, two swimming pools a couple of kms. away, the thermal baths at Equi Terme, painting holidays, riding, musical evenings in summer, a weekly market in nearby Fivizzano, not to mention the many 'sagras' or food festivals held locally. Good food, good wine, a quiet patio and garden in which to relax. La Canonica is the ideal location. The perfect escape.
La Canonica
Kitchen
Living Room
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The Tuscany region
The birthplace of the Renaissance, the olive groves and cypress trees of Tuscany are Italy itself for many visitors. The rolling landscape with its cultivated vineyards and its remnant wildness, is a particularly beautiful and tranquil destination. Nestled within the landscape are some of the treasures of the Renaissance, Siena, Lucca and Pisa, home of one of the most recognisable landmarks in the world.
Lunigiana area
Fivizzano, 5 kms away, is a mediaeval walled town with its famous square surrounded by cafes and bars. Here there are supermarkets, shops, chemists and all services. Tues. is market day. Aulla, 13 kms. away is larger with a good choice of supermarkets.
The area of the Lunigiana is dotted with villages, castles and forts. Just 2 kms from La Canonica is the Soliera/Rometta train line which chugs its way through beautiful mountain scenery down to the old city of Lucca. Alternatively head to the coast and hike some of the Cinque Terre coastline which is breathtakingly beautiful, or wander around La Spezia, and on to the UNESCO heritage town of Porto Venere just a few kms. beyond. The Gulf of Poets should not be missed. Pisa is just over an hour away and Florence a bit further - 2+ hours.
There are some very good restaurants and 'agriturismos' locally providing organic food produced on the farms. Our nearest pizzeria is just 2 kms away and we consider it the best in Italy!
How to get there
Ryanair from E Midlands, London Stansted; Thomsonfly from Coventry; EasyJet from Luton and Bristol. BA and EasyJet from Gatwick. Closest airport to cottage is Pisa (next nearest are Genova, Bologna)
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (3), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 7
Other:
Please check with with the owner regarding linen and towels.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Wheelchair access, Parking space
Further details indoors: Whilst there are three bedrooms in the house, the sofa on the mezzanine floor (sleeping gallery) converts to two single beds. However it is suitable only for one adult or big child as the stairs are quite steep. Though the seating in the living room is for four, the sofa on the mezzanine floor seats at least two and is a very pleasant area to while away the hours. The main bathroom has a bath with shower, w.c. sink and bidet. .
Further details outdoors: Children are welcome as there is a patio and garden, including an original wood-burning pizza oven. The house is suitable for elderly or infirm as it is all one storey (except for the mezzanine floor). Access to utility room is by three steep steps.
Further details
Local swimming pool only available July & August.
English-speaking owner on hand to answer any questions
Conditions
£100 (E125) deposit required at time of booking. This is non-refundable in the event of cancellation less than 4 weeks before booking. Full rental to be paid 6 weeks in advance of rental. Credit card payments via Paypal - add fee of £15. Rate includes all utilities, CH, logs etc. Discount for 2 guests only (except July/August), price on application.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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16 Apr 08
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350£ 350
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350£ 350
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The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Possible reduction if only 2 guests (not July/August). Price on application. Preferred payment method - cheque in pounds sterling. Includes all utilities. 10% supplement from 1st November 2008 to end April 2009 to cover heating costs.
Guestbook
'We were extremely impressed..it was perfect. We loved everything about the the house...Debico was fantastic....there were deer in the garden - what more could we ask. We would like to stay there again.' Brian, Bristol.
Availability notes
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