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A cute, homey cottage overlooking the Apuan Alps . A perfect place to relax in.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10140 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Casone Carpinelli, Toscana
  • Castello dell'Aquila
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Caves of Equi Terme
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Forte dei Marmi Beach
    ‪87 min drive‬
  • La Spezia (QLP-Sarzana-Luni)
    ‪82 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

lower east badroom

1 King Bed

upper east badroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

upper north badroom

1 Queen Bed

upper south badroom

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

lower bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

upper bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

upper toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A cute, homey cottage overlooking the Apuan Alps . A perfect place to relax in.

The house is decorated in a warm, homey style, the house and the rooms are painted in light and bright colors that blend well into the colorful landscape,
The change of seasons creates an interesting setting all year long. The view of the Apuan Alps and the valleys at their feet, viewed from the windows of the villa and the garden,
Provide a picturesque and pastoral atmosphere. A perfect place to relax in.
Although there are plenty of hiking and entertainment possibilities, we recommend planning days without excursions to enjoy the quiet stay in a quiet little village.
The excellent local cuisine and products sold in two village shops will allow you to experience real Italian village life.
So ... we're really glad that you chose to venture away from some of Tuscan's over-populated centers,
You will discover a less typical and interesting Tuscan region.
Starting from a general location - the village where the house is called Casone Carpinelli, and is set right at the Passo Carpinelli mountain pass and within a national park of the Apuan Alps, in the northern part of Tuscany.
The province belongs to the old town of Lucca, on the southern side of the province, a distance of about 80 minutes.
A closer central town - Aulla is a 40-minute drive away.
The area is characterized by a mountainous landscape that combines Alpine and Mediterranean vegetation, not lacking in green and fresh air, even at the height of summer.
Thanks to altitude, about 800 meters above sea level, the weather is particularly pleasant from late spring to late autumn. The humidity is low and therefore at the height of summer, you will find clear air and comfortable temperatures for walking, swimming in nearby lakes, or sunbathing in the garden.
For snow and ski lovers, the winter months until the beginning of spring will allow you to spend time in the snow during your vacation not far away.
Famous attractions within an hour's drive will diversify your vacation and fill out your photo album.
Welcome to Garfagnana - the valley and the mountain!

Property manager

Daniel

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
Parking available

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 28
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
At the end of the stay, the garbage must be removed to the recycling bins located nearby - Thank you!!!
Please do not take furniture or bedding out of the house into the garden - Thank you!!!

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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 USD 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Minucciano

Located in Minucciano, this cottage is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Appennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park and Orecchiella Park, while Museum of Upper Garfagnana and Museo della Stampa are cultural highlights. Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello and La Marmifera are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing, mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Casone Carpinelli, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Castello dell'Aquila - 23 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Caves of Equi Terme - 25 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Terme Di Equi - 25 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Lerici Beach - 73 min drive - 57.0 km
  • Forte dei Marmi Beach - 87 min drive - 73.9 km

Getting around

  • Minucciano Pieve Casola Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glamour Cafe SNC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bar Funicolare - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Albergo La Guardia - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Il Tavolello - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Albergo Ristorante San Paolo - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A cute, homey cottage overlooking the Apuan Alps . A perfect place to relax in. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is A cute, homey cottage overlooking the Apuan Alps . A perfect place to relax in. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Church of San Lorenzo, Appennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park and Museum of Upper Garfagnana. Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello and Verrucole Fortress are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline v.

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

Perfect relaxing getaway

We had a lovely holiday (family with 5 kids, age 11 to 23), peaceful and quiet and with the option to go out for a good meal nearby. Culture and swimming to be found with a car ride of 20 min, a beautiful mountain lake for swimming and nice little towns. Lucca and other more touristic places are a bit further, still good to do by car. The house and garden are spacious with all you need for a relaxing holiday. Nice addition is the separate part of the house which contains a bedroom, a bathroom and a little kitchen, perfect for grandparents or another joining couple to have their own private area. Communication with the owner went very smooth and when we had questions they were answered quickly. We hope we’ll be able to return in the future.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Daniel

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We are Pnina and Daniel, fell inlive with north Tuscany, purchased and renovated this lovely cottage with the intention developing turistic and artistic activities.
We are always excited when people decide to stay in our house, and happy if you too have found the kind of vacation you were looking for in our place.

Why they chose this property

When we chose this villa and this special location, we thought about what was exciting to us. It was and remains the quiet, the landscape and the village that contains all that is needed to relaxs and tour this amazing area.

What makes this property unique

the closeness to amazing nature sites, the kind and hospitable people, all of which created a real sense of freedom for us, we believe that if you choose our villa, you will experience a very similar feeling.

Languages:

English