CASA BIANCA
Private Pool - Outdoor Entertainment Areas - Breath Taking Views - Modern Luxury and Tuscan Charm
Surrounded by lyrical acacia blooms, fragrant pine, and bright red poppies, Casa Bianca is located in the charming medieval village of Crasciana. An ideal country retreat for families, couples or a group of friends, this Tuscan gem comfortably sleeps six and is a short 23 minutes away from the vibrant cafes, shops, parks and thermal baths of lovely Bagni di Lucca.
Casa Bianca is filled with a luminous, airy atmosphere from room to room. Her clean white walls and sleek light fixtures create a bright setting for the home’s original ornate and terracotta tiles, robust wrought-iron railings, and antique tables and benches. And although you’ll be tucked away from the pull of modern life, you need not sacrifice convenience. Wifi is available throughout Casa Bianca, allowing you to stay as connected as you wish with an effortless online experience.
An unusual feature of Casa Bianca is the flexibility you’ll have with two separate living spaces: The main house and a studio apartment. Privacy will never be an issue with larger parties as the studio provides complete autonomy for 2 guests, with a king size bed, full bath, 50” LED television screen, wifi service, and a kitchenette including a four burner stove, refrigerator/freezer and microwave.
The main house’s stylish living area is bathed in natural light. A streamlined leather sofa is impeccably paired with a carefully crafted antique bench and austere set of drawers. If you decide to stay in on occasion, be sure to take advantage of the polished 50” LED TV, equipped with the vast array of movies and television series available on Netflix. Casa Bianca’s eat-in kitchen is a delightful mix of old-world charm and modern necessities. Fully stocked, she boasts all new appliances, including a high-end espresso machine to start each day and end each meal in true Italian fashion. Every room is also furnished with a remote-controlled ceiling fan to ensure maximum comfort even on the warmest days.
In addition to king size mattresses of the highest quality, the two bedroom suites in the main house provide you with a spacious sitting area. With two rattan chairs and a small marble topped antique round table, you can start your morning with breakfast in your own private nook or end your day with a nightcap just before settling in. Leaving no detail to chance, you’ll even relish invigorating showers at Casa Bianca, complements of a state-of-the-art double showerhead in the upstairs full bathroom.
But perhaps it’s what’s beyond her walls that makes Casa Bianca a truly spectacular destination. Slip easily from her main kitchen to outdoor bliss. Her expansive back terrace and dining area is set in the midst of a panoramic paradise of peaks and rolling hills. And whether you decide to enjoy your meals here or down on the sizeable lower patio, take at least one night to savor a gourmet feast under the stars, prepared for you at Casa Bianca by a talented local chef. And although you’ll certainly want to try the beaches of Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi, just an hour and 22 minutes away, you need not leave Casa Bianca to escape the heat and enjoy the water. Her sizable above ground pool, encircled by verdant mountains and expansive blue sky, will complete your experience of comfort and luxury.
You may never want to venture beyond this tranquil mountain paradise. But if you do, nearby Bagni di Lucca is replete with Tuscan trattorie, where basil, porcini mushrooms and Parmigiano-Reggiano become the foundation of savory masterpieces. The gourmet wine shop is a gold mine of artisinal products. And the Fruit Boutique provides only the finest in locally sourced fruits and vegetables.
Beyond gastronomy, there are a wide variety of activities in the area to suit the relaxation inclined as well as adventure seekers. The Bagni di Lucca Terme and Spa Bernabo offer a wide variety of spa treatments, from aromatic balneotherapy to an atmo-sphere massage. Try soft-rafting down the Lima river or hold on tight as you cut across the Appenine valley on a zip line.