Le Capanne
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£1280–£2480 / week
About this group of co-located holiday homes
Farmhouse complex that was totally restored in 1998 and transformed into 4 beautiful apartments on a hilltop not far from Lucca. The stone farmhouse sits at 600 meters altitude and offers views over the surrounding countryside with chestnut forests, and steep wooded mountains. It is a little paradise from which one can hike all the mountain trails and visit the historical cities of central Tuscany. Gallicano with all facilities is at 10 kms, Lucca is at 50 kms, while Firenze and the seaside at Forte dei Marmi are an hour’s drive away. Worth a visit is also the famous cave called "Grotta del Vento", unique in its speleological majesty.
The property is well served by a local asphalt road and it is bordered by fence with gate that operates with electronic key and internal com system connected to each apartment. As the farmhouse is built into the side of a hill, it is articulated on various levels and has a series of furnished terraces, a stone barbecue, and lawns with an above ground swimmingpool that measures 5 X 10m sq. Each apartment has its own private furnished terrace space and totally independent entrance. These terraces are equipped with beautiful rustic tables and benches, providing perfect places to enjoy one’s meals while gazing at the panorama. Capanne 4 is in a separate barn.
The apartments are centrally heated and total gas consumption is to be paid extra during heating season together with firewood. The apartments are very comfortable and furnished with abundant use of wood, providing a cosy atmosphere of refined taste. The restoration was executed with great care in respect of typical Tuscan architectural style with woodbeamed ceilings, whitewashed walls and cotto floors. In some cases, original internal wooden ceilings were preserved, and where possible, the original stoneworks of the walls were restored and left in view. There are two baby cots available that should be reserved at time of booking, and there is a washingmachine for guest use. The apartments have satellite TV.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 16, 8 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Forte dei Marmi, 50km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets House swaps Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car essential Nearest amenities: 15km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering All the houses have fully equipped kitchens with all you need for cooking great Italian food! |
Facilities for this group of co-located holiday homes
| Luxuries: | DVD player |
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| Pool: | Shared outdoor pool (heated) |
| General: | Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Iron |
| Utilities: | Microwave, Fridge, Washing machine |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Shared outdoor pool (heated), Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details outdoors:
Our swimming pool (10M x 5M ) is partially heated by solar panels.
Conditions for this group of co-located holiday homes
Deposit: 20% of the total letting price is payable at the time of booking
Balance: is due no later than 15 days prior to the beginning of the letting.
Payment Options: online by PayPal (credit card) or by Swift Bank Transfe
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Share videoThe Tuscany / Lucca Province region
The rural enclave in northwest Tuscany known as the Garfagnana, has to be one of Italy's best-kept secrets. The Garfagnana is within reach of the Tuscan gems of Lucca, Pisa and Florence, but its appeal lies more in its isolation, its lack of tourism and its striking scenery. This area of outstanding natural beauty and matchless hospitality nestles between two distinct mountain ranges, the spectacular jagged ‘marble mountains’ of the Alpi Apuane and the rolling ‘spine of Italy’, the Apennines.
The Vergemoli / Calomini area
You can choose between two way of spending your holiday: to stay relaxed in the peace of the country or do a lot of activities as trekking, mountain bike, excursions in mountain, tours to caves or natural parks.
The local cuisine can be enjoyed at reasonable prices in the numerous restaurants of the area.
A visit to Lucca, the historical, walled main town of the province could be made in half a day.
Recommended full day trips include Pisa and Florence.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Pisa: 70 km |
| Railway: | Barga-Gallicano: 10 km |
| Ferry: | Livorno: 85 km |
Fly to Pisa Airport then follow the road for Lucca.
From Lucca follow the road S.S. n°12 and pass towns of Diecimo (18 km) and Borgo a Mozzano (22 km). Continue up the valley until Gallicano. Then when you arrive in Gallicano, exit and follow signs to Molazzana. Once you have reached Molazzana follow the road signs for Brucciano and then for Calomini.
Cheap flights available from :
http://www.ryanair.com
http://www.easyjet.com
Activities near Vergemoli
Tennis in town
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 03 Nov 2011 |
Capanne is set in the most beautiful location, if you want peace and quiet this is the place to stay. Although we visited Capanne mid October the weather was warm and we even ventured into the pool( very cold). I can imagine that the pool is one of the attractions for families staying here during the summer, You can relax by the pool looking out at the most stunning views of the surrounding mountains. David the owner is such a great host and very helpful. He very kindly met us in Gallicano to guide us up the mountain to Capannne even though it was quite late at night. I am sure we will return to Capanne again as we thoroughly enjoyed it. You will definitely need a car and the drive up the mountain from Gallicano takes 20 minutes to get to Capanne so if you want to be in a central location this is not for you but personally I think it's worth the drive up the mountain to stay in such a wonderful location. |
07 Jul 2011 |
Le Capanne was a very comfortable and beautiful retreat to come home to the week we spent hiking in the Alpi Apuane. Our two-bedroom/two-bath unit was spacious and comfortable, and a nice place to relax, whether indoors or on the terrace/patio. The pool and grounds are very well kept and lovely. The views from Le Capanne are stunning with mountains and little villages clinging to the mountainside. David was the perfect host who checked with us daily offering pizza, pastry, and local wine as well as ideas for hikes and other local activities. The six-course special meal he planned for us at a local restaurant was a culinary delight. We went on one of David's guided hikes to the top of Monte Croce. He is a delightful guide and the tour even included a delicious late lunch at a small village restaurant. We highly recommend Le Capanne for independent travelers who enjoy activities or just relaxation. |
05 Jul 2011 |
The accommodation was stunning, the area and view breathtaking and David was the best host anyone could ever ask for! The accommodation was clean,tasteful and had all amenities you could ever need. I would recommend this place to all as we had younger friends, families with kids as young a 5 and 1 years old and even our parents edging 70 and all loved the place. The swimming pool of course was a big hit and was regularly cleaned and a perfect temperature. All I can say is that I hope my review does not mean I miss out next year. Enjoy Andy |
Guestbook for Le Capanne
"Perfect, absolutely perfect. Thanks so much for your hospitality in making our stay so wonderful." Mark, Jon and Caitlin from England
"We have had a very enjojable and relaxing week. Thanks to David for being so friendly and welcoming." Paul and Tab from England
"I'm going to really miss it here! I had a fantastic time. The pool is great and the scenery is gorgeous." Rowena and Family from England
"Thank you for a great stay at Le Capanne! It's a beautiful place surrounded by the mountains and the spectacular garden". Bette and family from Denmark
"Millions of thanks for a 10 days stay in paradise. Your part of world is fantastic, the people too! " Family Ovesen from Denmark
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Rental prices for this group of co-located holiday homes
| Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros € | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 16 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| middle | 31 Mar 12 | 14 May 12 | € 2200 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| low | 14 May 12 | 2 Jun 12 | € 1600 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| middle | 2 Jun 12 | 30 Jun 12 | € 2200 | - | - | 1 Week |
| high | 30 Jun 12 | 25 Aug 12 | € 3100 | - | - | 1 Week |
| middle | 25 Aug 12 | 6 Oct 12 | € 2200 | - | - | 1 Week |
| low | 6 Oct 12 | 15 Dec 12 | € 1600 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| middle | 15 Dec 12 | 12 Jan 13 | € 2200 | - | - | 3 Nights |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
The price includes: the water, gas, electricity, weekly change of bed linen and towels and final cleaning. Heating payable separately.
Availability for this group of co-located holiday homes
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 2 years listed You are contacting David Saisi
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Languages spoken    The owner is based in Italy and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2010. This house has received 3 reviews from previous guests.  |
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