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Sassi, private pool, stunning views, walk restaurant

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Property grounds
Pool
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sassi, Molazzana, Lucca
  • Pania della Croce Mountain
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Isola Santa Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Santuario Mariano Eremo di Calomini
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • La Spezia (QLP-Sarzana-Luni)
    ‪135 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 Villa

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 Villa

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 Villa

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4 Villa

2 Single Beds

Cottage bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Cottage bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 Villa

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sassi, private pool, stunning views, walk restaurant

Beautifully located just outside a tiny traditional Italian mountain village, is this wonderful 6 bedroom 4 bathroom property.
Split into a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom traditional style Tuscan villa along with a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage with private pool with stunning mountain views, these two houses are rented together with private use of gardens and pool.

Sleeping 12 in total, this is a wonderful peaceful retreat, yet within walking distance of a couple of restaurants and just a 20 minute drive in either direction to two market towns, with other villages and restaurants on the way...

Ideal for a relaxing break, and perfect if you like walking as the properties are close to the tracks leading up to the Apuane peaks. This really is a picture post card location, with complete privacy at the pool.

Both properties are made out of traditional stone, creating a romantic olde worlde feel, and ensuring the houses stay beautifully cool for sleeping.

Main Villa:

This character farmhouse has been renovated with love and care, and is furnished with a mixture of new and antique furniture. Windows are chestnut, with internal shutters adding to the Tuscan feel of this property which boasts wonderous views...

Ground floor:

Well equipped country style Tuscan kitchen/breakfast room, leading to a very spacious living/diner, with comfy seating, fireplace and dining table for up to 12.

Also on this floor is a utility room with washing machine.

Ground floor shower room with WC, shower and washbasin.

A staircase from the living room leads to a very spacious landing with a sofabed.

From the landing there are:

2 twin bedroooms
2 double bedrooms, one of them with ensuite shower room, with shower, wash basin, WC and bidet and private balcony with stunning view - complete romance!
Family bathroom with telephone style shower mixer tap.


Cottage:

This renovated stone cottage is ideal for anyone wishing to have privacy from the rest of the group

Enter the cottage via a covered loggia area, ideal for dining al fresco or relaxing in the shade whilst drinking in the stunning vista.

The cottage boasts a living room with fireplace and sofa, along with a kitchen.

There is a steep narrow wooden staircase leading to:

Twin room
Double room
Shower room, with shower, WC, handbasin and bidet


Outside:

Extensive land leading to open fields and stunning mountain views.
2 covered pergolas for al fresco relaxing and dining, with that at the main house providing enough room for all guests to dine together.
Barbeque.
Private pool - total privacy at the pool area with a 9M x 5M pool overlooking the mountains - a perfect place to forget the world.
NB - this is unsuitable for very small children/elderly and infirm due to terraced nature of garden and uneven land.
NB - The owner lives on site but fully respects privacy of guests and the pool area has been designed to ensure guests are not overlooked at all.

A little about the area:
The market town of Castelnuovo with its famous Thursday morning market, and various bars and restaurants is only a 20 minute drive too.

The real beauty of this area however is the stunning scenery and hundreds of beautiful hilltop villages to explore…..
Perfect for walkers, this property is within walking distance of the most famous Mountain Peak in the area - Pania della Croce.

Overall, a perfect base for exploring the Garfagnana, the walks of the Apuane mountains, and also other Tuscany delights.

Property manager

Marie/Lorraine at Tuscan-retreats/Tuscany Plus
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian, Swedish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Only suitable for children over the age of 8
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please note NO pets will be permitted at this property and you will be turned away if you arrive with one - sorry!
Heating is not included in the price and will be charged locally. Tourist tax = E5 per person per stay (age 14+) payable in cash on arrival.
Pool is open 1 May to 30 September. If you require pool outside of these times please check in ADVANCE.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number IT046020C2I8B278Z7

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Molazzana

Located in Molazzana, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Bagni di Lucca Thermal Spa and Pietro Pellegrini Botanical Garden are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Orecchiella Park and Appennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park. Parco Levigliese and Parco del Levigliese are also worth visiting.
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Sassi, Molazzana, Lucca

What's nearby

  • Pania della Croce Mountain - 16 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Isola Santa Lake - 21 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Santuario Mariano Eremo di Calomini - 23 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Viareggio Beach - 97 min drive - 73.9 km
  • Forte dei Marmi Beach - 102 min drive - 80.4 km

Getting around

  • Camporgiano Station - 18 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Aia di Piero - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Il Triti - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪In Gelateria - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Rocca - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Teatro Alfieri - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sassi, private pool, stunning views, walk restaurant have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sassi, private pool, stunning views, walk restaurant pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Sassi, private pool, stunning views, walk restaurant?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sassi, private pool, stunning views, walk restaurant?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sassi, private pool, stunning views, walk restaurant located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ariostesca Castle, Duomo and Archaeological Museum. Pania della Croce Mountain and Pontecosi Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mariana C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Medieval style, friendly people 👍👍👍👍
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ammi N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extraordinary views

Splendid hosting, spectacular view, privacy, a great place to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cedric Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property in remote area with splendid views

We spent a wonderful week in this lovely place (9 people aged from 8 to 50). It's far from everything, but very nice and relaxing, the pool was really appreciated by everyone. The main house and cottage are both well equiped and our host was very friendly and knowledgeable on the region and the places to visit
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

virginie d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in Sassi

great stay in a magnificent region, great welcome from GianCarlo, the house is pretty, very comfortable, clean, spacious and very well equipped. an exceptional view. an extra week with friends. The ideal place to visit the area : Lucca, CinqueTerre... We strongly recommend this address!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olaf R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet holiday home with lots of space, great views. Perfect place to relax with friends or family

The main house and the cottage have everything you need for a comfortable holiday. The swimming pool is the perfect place to relax. The place has almost total privacy but is just 300 meters from the village. The views to surrounding mountains and the valley are spectacular. 15 min away in Galicano is the huge Conad Super Store where you will find everything you need. The owner Giancarlo is very friendly and helpful. The only restaurant in the village 'Il Totto' has good food for a reasonable prize. We really liked to stay there. We had a beautiful holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sumi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remote, but Fabulous

It's a long drive up winding hills, but once you arrive in Sassi, you can forget about all your worries, sit back and relax. The main farmhouse and the cottage are both well-equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The pool was a godsend on especially hot days, especially for the children, who spent hours playing Marco Polo and other water games well into the evening. Our host was extremely helpful and was a walking encyclopedia of information about the surrounding areas, too. We were a party of eleven, ages 8 to 73. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their stay and took away some wonderful memories. Thank you to GT for everything!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corinna v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sassi

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Brigitte R.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Einsamkeit in den Bergen

Das Haus bietet viel Platz. Es wurde einst sehr authentisch und mit viel Liebe zum Detail restauriert und eingerichtet. Leider nagt sichtbar der Zahn der Zeit an vielen Stellen in und am Haus. Die Anreise erfolgt über die letzten 10 Kilometer auf einer kurvenreichen, schmalen Bergstraße, was bei jeder Fahrt zum Einkaufen (es gibt weder Bäcker noch Lebensmittelladen im Ort) eine halbe Stunde Zeit beansprucht. Giancarlo, der Vermieter, wohnt mit auf dem Grundstück und ist ein sehr freundlicher und hilfsbereiter Gastgeber. Wer die absolute Einsamkeit und Ruhe in den Bergen liebt, ist hier richtig.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

isabelle t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lieu magnifique

Très bel emplacement et vue spectaculaire , maisons très confortables . Un superbe séjour dans cette région superbe
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Finn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastisk ophold i bjergene i Toscana

Lidt besværlig vej op til huset, men beliggenheden var fantastisk. Måske ikke egnet til småbørn, da grunden er meget ujævn. Værten var meget hjælpsom og blandt andet sørgede han restaurationsreserveringer for os.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Horst K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt

Vermieter war sehr nett und freundlich. Das Haus entsprach genau der Beschreibung.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

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