Location: Villa Apartment in Historic, Lucca Area, Tuscany, Italy, Europe view maps with location
Summary of the apartment, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 10
Rental rate: £317 for property per week Property type: apartment, 120 m² Location type: town near the airport Highlights: completely restored in 2000... View all features rates | availability
This old villa was completely restored in 2000 and was previously one of the old convents of Barga, standing just below the Duomo (cathedral). The location of Villa Speranza on the walled perimeter of the ancient centro storico (Old Town) accounts for the superlative views over the surrounding hills.
Barga is an ideal location from which to explore the Cinque Terre, Florence, Pisa, Lucca and the sandy beaches of the Mediterranean coast. The great national park of the Apuane mountains offers stupendous hiking and the ski resort of Abetone is only an hour away.
The property has been restored to a high standard while maintaining its unique character and offers luxury with every modern convenience. The rooms are spacious and adorned with Tuscan paintings and some are furnished with fine antique furniture. The views over the surrounding hills are stupendous but the calm and peaceful traffic-free piazza fronting the villa is only 3 minutes walk from all the shops, restaurants and facilities of the town.
The fine Barga swimming pool complex is also within easy walking distance. The villa has an excellent heating system and is warm in winter but cool in summer owing to its thick walls and the fact that Barga stands at an elevation of over 400 metres (1300 feet). Apartment guests enjoy a first floor terrace which is ideal for relaxing with a good book or an evening aperitif watching the sun go down.
Barga is ideal for those looking for the unique experience of living in a small mediaeval town with a peaceful environment but with a lively programme of activities. Barga has it’s own 18th century theatre and is renowned for its summer opera and jazz festivals and medieaval costume pagents such as the summer crossbow competition which is attended by teams from all over Italy. The restaurants of the area offer traditional Tuscan food and wines at easily affordable prices for the family.
We also offer our guests the option of splitting their vacation in Tuscany between this property and our comfortable apartment in Florence (please contact us for details).
Our guests have always been impressed with Barga and compliment us on the quality and value of the accommodation we offer.
Barga is a medieval Tuscan city near the center of Italy, with a total of around 10,000 inhabitants. It lies on a hilltop just outside Garfagnana in the portion of the Serchio Valley located within the Province of Lucca. Barga is north of the town of Lucca. The hamlet of Albiano is located opposite Barga in the Serchio Valley.
Distances from Villa Apartment in Historic to main interest points in Lucca Area, Tuscany
Rental Rates for the apartment - Villa Apartment in Historic, Lucca Area, Tuscany, Italy, Europe
For property
Quoted in: Euros Approximate equivalent in:
Period name
Period
per week
per night
minimum stay
01 Aug 2006 - 31 Dec 2008
£317
£45
1 week
Payment terms: Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.
Owner's notes to the rental rates:
2 Bedroom Apartment 400-850 Euros
3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment: 600-1000 Euros
Rates are dependent upon season and number of occupants
A security deposit and cleaning fee are required
All linens, tableware & utilities are included.
All major currencies accepted
Amenities: Satellite TV, CD & Radio, Full Kitchen, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Cooking Utensils and Linens provided, Washing Machine, Bicycles, Cellular phone provided,
Activities (on site or nearby): Hiking, Rock Climbing, Biking, Tennis, Fishing, Horseback Riding, Shopping, Restaurants, Live Theater, Local and Antique Outdoor Markets, Cinemas, Museums, Sightseeing, Swimming, Downhill Skiing
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Owner name: Antony Telephone: +39 (0) 5837 11496 Preferred language(s): English, Italian Registered since: 14 Aug 2006 Property listed since: 25 Dec 2006
Barga is a medieval Tuscan city near the center of Italy, with a total of around 10,000 inhabitants. It lies on a hilltop just outside Garfagnana in the portion of the Serchio Valley located within the Province of Lucca. Barga is north of the town of Lucca. The hamlet of Albiano is located opposite Barga in the Serchio Valley.