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Stunning Tuscan Luxury Villa with Private Pool and 360 degree Panoramic Views

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Private full size pool
La Dioma
La Dioma's estate
Villa
Steps from pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 12220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Bagni Di Lucca, Tuscany
  • Casino' delle Terme
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Bagni di Lucca Thermal Spa
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Ponte della Maddalena
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Lucca (LCV)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Cribs

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Cloakroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Tuscan Luxury Villa with Private Pool and 360 degree Panoramic Views

This beautiful and elegant Tuscan villa, with a full-sized private swimming pool and set in a country estate of 34 acres, is ideal for a large group of friends or family who want to enjoy spacious tasteful accommodation, a peaceful environment with breathtaking views - only a short drive from the lovely spa town of Bagni di Lucca. Here are some reasons for choosing La Dioma:
- Charming unspoilt part of Tuscany in an area of natural beauty and tranquility - low key tourism with many reasonably-priced restaurants, pizzerias and bars.
- Villa located on the edge of a pretty medieval village only 10 minutes from the vibrant town of Bagni di Lucca situated on banks of river Lima with shops, markets, spa resort with thermal waters, and many local festivals.
- Property situated at the end of a private road with no immediate neighbours.
- Truly breathtaking south-facing location with all day sunshine and uninterrupted 360º views of surrounding mountains dotted with medieval villages. La Dioma is the only property in Guzzano with a panoramic view of Bagni di Lucca and the Lima valley, spectacularly lit up at night.
- Traditional Tuscan farmhouse on three levels, more than 200 years old and tastefully restored with many original features including rock walls, cotto and chestnut beamed ceilings, and fireplaces.
- Wi-Fi, flat-screen smart TV, Internet channels such as Netflix, and other mod cons.
- Full large kitchen/diner fully equipped with modern appliances, fireplace and wood burner.
- Spectacular lounge with wood burner and panoramic patio doors to terrace and outside eating area.
- Six double bedrooms - four extremely spacious with modern en-suite bathrooms, plus a family bathroom and downstairs cloakroom.
- Magnificent outside paved terrace on two fronts of the property with car parking for up to four vehicles, barbecue, large stone dining table under shaded gazebo, smaller dining table, and sunbathing areas.
- Private full sized swimming pool (11.5m x 5m) sunken into an extensive paved terrace with shaded gazebo, extended WiFi to pool area, dining area, and plenty of sunbeds for a large group . Uninterrupted amazing views whilst swimming!
- 34 acres of olive groves, meadows and woods with freshwater streams.
- An Italian cook can be arranged to prepare four course traditional Tuscan meals or pizzas at the villa at very economic prices.
It is hardly surprising that La Dioma is known locally as Paradiso!
(Follow the link for a video of La Dioma from the air - https://vimeo.com/638319699).





Property manager

Patricia and John Gray
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only bookings Saturday to Saturday are allowed during Late Spring, Early Summer, High Summer and Late Summer.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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

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
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bagni di Lucca

Located in Bagni di Lucca, this villa is in a rural area and on a river. Bagni di Lucca Thermal Spa and Canyon Park Adventure Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Orrido di Botri Nature Reserve and Monte Coronato. Travelling with kids? Consider Parco Levigliese and Parco del Levigliese. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bagni Di Lucca, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Casino' delle Terme - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Bagni di Lucca Thermal Spa - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Ponte della Maddalena - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Prato Fiorito - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Canyon Park Adventure Park - 14 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Bagni di Lucca Station - 16 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Tana del Ghiro - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bar Topo Gigio - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Antico Caffè Del Sonno - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bar Agip - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Caffee Bei & Nannini - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning Tuscan Luxury Villa with Private Pool and 360 degree Panoramic Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Stunning Tuscan Luxury Villa with Private Pool and 360 degree Panoramic Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Stunning Tuscan Luxury Villa with Private Pool and 360 degree Panoramic Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Tuscan Luxury Villa with Private Pool and 360 degree Panoramic Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Tuscan Luxury Villa with Private Pool and 360 degree Panoramic Views located?

This family-friendly Bagni di Lucca villa is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Casino' delle Terme, Bagni di Lucca Thermal Spa and Prato Fiorito. Monte Coronato and Orrido di Botri Nature Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
La Dioma is an excellent property
Clean. Tricly to get to. But came as advertised
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
30th Anniversary Trip with Family
The Villa was absolutely perfect for 8 of us - my husband & I plus 3 of our adult children each with their partner. All couples enjoyed a large room with bathroom, and there were still 2 extra bedrooms unused. The large deck was wonderful, pool and view magnificent. The only drawback was the road leading to the Villa is extremely narrow and not accessible with a van or large vehicle. We highly recommend if staying in Tuscany/Florence area.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in the hills
Lovely villa in a beautiful location. The house is very comfortable and has everything you we needed. The kitchen was really well equipped. The lounge was huge and the smart tv was a bonus. Bedrooms were large and beds comfy. Most rooms have an en suite too. The outside areas are perfect for eating with the backdrop of Tuscan hills and view over Bagni Di Lucca. The pool is perfect and has lots of sun loungers. There are lots of nice restaurants, towns and other things to explore nearby. Overall the villa was excellent and very private. The owners were very helpful too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cristian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
superbe propriete et les environnementes(peisages)fabuleux,excellentes vacances.
a refaire,très content d'avoir choisi cette villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

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Great family holiday
We had the most wonderful week at this property. It is extremely well provisioned and the accommodation is magnificent. The weather was very hot and we ate out every mealtime. We were able to keep the house cool by careful management of the shutters despite the very hot temperature. We had an issue with the wifi which the owners were very helpful in sorting out as promptly as was possible. The position of the property is absolutely stunning, with wonderful views. We were a family group with a 4 month old and couldn't have wished for a better place to relax together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Maria Teresa V.

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Bella vacanza!
Siamo stati qui in tre famiglie con bambini e siamo stati benissimo. Spazi ampi anche dentro casa, proprietari super gentili e disponibili.in estate con l'uso della piscina deve essere ancora meglio! La casa è isolata, i bambini hanno giocato molto anche all'esterno, senza disturbare nessuno. Da lì siamo andati a Lucca, Pisa, zoo di Pistoia (NB i tempi sono lunghi, ci vuole un'oretta di macchina per andare a Lucca e anche di più a Pisa). Unica pecca della casa: abbiamo trovato molte stoviglie/pentole sporche e alcune cimici morte in giro per casa.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Elisabetta B.

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Casa stupenda
La casa e stupenda, praticamente ogni camera ha il Proprio bagno privato. Unica nota negativa siamo arrivati e c’era pieno di cimici in casa… i proprietari però ci hanno aiutato a pulire e a buttarle fuori.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andreas M.

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Beautiful stay in Tuscany
The House and the area is even more beautiful and authentic than on the pictures. Overall we had great holidays in the villa. Only thing we were not aware of was, that the pool is closed in the winter month and was therefore not usable during our stay in October.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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Villa La Dioma
What an absolutely beautiful spot. The Villa was everything we hoped for and the view was spectacular! Cuoco Adriana made us a fabulous meal on our second night. The road down to the villa is a bit tricky but we mastered it on no time. Just be patient and slow. The location was perfect for our travels to Pisa , Firenze and Cinque Terre! Each doable in a day and back in time for a late dinner on the terrace. Make sure you leave enough room for the garbage man to turn around or you will hear him yell throughout the valley. Thank you Patricia and John for sharing your beautiful villa!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stéphanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très belle propriété
Très belle propriété, la vue est magnifique ! La maison était très propre à notre arrivée, et elle est bien équipée. Les propriétaires sont très sympathiques et disponibles, ils répondent rapidement aux messages. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour !
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

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Beautiful house with an amazing view!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay near Bagni di Lucca, a lovely area we'd not visited before. The property was perfect for our group, wonderfully clean with all we needed, and lots of space to spread out. The pool had the most spectacular location and was perfect for lazy afternoons (and mornings, and evenings!) A particular highlight was a meal prepared by Adriana, which was delicious on the night - and kept us fed for several more! I can't recommend the property highly enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Marco R.

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Paesaggi mozzafiato perfetto per gruppi di amici
Abbiamo prenotato la casa in 12 per festeggiare capodanno, passando questi giorni in perfetta tranquillità. La casa è situata in un paesino a 10 minuti da Bagni di Lucca, la strada per arrivare alla casa è molto stretta (una macchina utilitaria ci passa con uno scarto di 10/20 cm per lato dalla gomma). Da tenere in considerazione anche un tratto di salita sterrato che in caso di grandi carichi a bordo e pioggia, rende difficoltoso l'accesso alla casa. Cucina ben fornita, e la sala presenta un panorama bellissimo sulle colline limitrofe grazie alla grande vetrata. Le camere matrimoniali sono spaziose, le due camere singole più piccole ma comunque molto comode. La casa presenta una bassissima insonorizzazione fra le camere, si sentiva tutto quello che si diceva al piano terra fino al terzo piano. Altro punto a sfavore è la raccolta differenziata, pur portando i bidoni al punto di ritiro subito sopra l'abitazione non sono mai passati a ritirarli, ed essendo una casa per 12 persone, i bidoni sono troppo piccoli si riempono subito. Apparte queste piccolezze, abbiamo passato una vacanza bellissima e di relax, ringrazio ancora i proprietari per la gentilezza e disponibilità.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard D., Yarmouth Port

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John and Patricia could not have been more accommodating. Responding quickly to every inquiry.
Like many previous commentaries, it is an adventure first finding the villa. Me missed the last turn, but had assistance from friendly neighbors, who redirected us. Once you get used to the drive from Bagni di Lucca, it is relatively easy. Small cars or small SUV’s work best. We had a fabulous meal from Adriana and enjoyed the pool and the view. Traveled to several towns, including Cinque Terra, Viareggio and Lucca. Highly recommend the villa for couples or families.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning property.
Absolutely wonderful experience. The views, the property and pool are exceptional . Plenty of space for nine big people. Heed the owners warning regarding only bringing a small car. Access is a bit hair raising but definitely worth it. Communication with owners simple, efficient and warm. Simply a lovely stay. I hope that we will be back.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Soeren J., Skoerping, Danmark

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Uovertruffet skønt feriehus
En sand perle, beliggende med uspoleret udsigt over bjerge og dale og Bagni di Lucca. Indbegrebet af toscanske idyl. Helt fantastisk! Alt i huset er velfungerende. Vi fandt det fordelagtigt, at hvert soveværelse havde eget privat badeværelse. Dejlig stor overdækket terrasse med et fantastisk view. Poolen er stor, rummelig og aflukket; med lille overdækket område, så det også er muligt at komme i skyggen. Poolen ligger ca 50 meter fra huset, hvilket vi syntes var en fordel pga børn. Vi kan kun sige det bedste om vores kommunikation med værtsparret, Patricia og John. Der bliver taget godt hånd om os som gæster. På deres anbefaling og med deres hjælp fik vi arrangeret, at en italiensk kok lavede mad til os en aften. Det kan anbefales. Der var (er) hedebølge under vores ophold, så det eneste lille ønske kunne være aircondition. Vi kommer SÅ gerne tilbage igen!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prachtige locatie in een schitterend Toscaans decor
Top !!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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Perfekter Urlaub
Das Ferienhaus von John & Patricia hält wirklich was es verspricht und wie es auf den Bildern präsentiert wird. Die Lage und der Blick sind atemberaubend, allerdings sollte man maximal mit einem Kombi anreisen, da das letzte Stück zum Haus extrem eng ist. Würden immer wieder hinfahren!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Felix M.

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Perfect stay for up to 12 people
We enjoyed the stay a lot, could not have been better. Place was clean, there is plenty of space, a well equipped kitchen, a big grill, outside fridge, pool area, big table inside and outside. Nice view, nice area with helpful people and abundant one-day-activities around. Drive there is a little bit difficult. You can get there with a 5 series BMW with sport suspension, I tested. Any bigger (or lower) car might get stuck though. Parking in Guzzano and walk the rest might be possible, its only two minutes to walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philip G.

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September 2020
Idyllic!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tamara c.

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Amazing!!
Hard to describe how magical our stay was! The location and the home are absolutely beautiful! We had 12 people with 2 families and were very comfortable. We cooked most of our meals in the home with a big fire in the stove. I was concerned about being cold in such a big home in the winter but we were toasty warm the entire time just using the fireplaces. We rarely even turned on the heaters. We rented a 9 passenger van for our family which worked just fine as long as you are patient in making the corners on the road to the home. We felt like it was centrally located as we took day trips to Rome, Venice and Cinque Terre. It was a lot of driving but so worth it! We all looked forward to relaxing with the amazing view when we got home! We would love to go back in the summer to utilize the pool! Thank you so much for sharing your home and answering so many of my questions. Memories with my kids I will treasure forever.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roger v., Nebraska, USA

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Five star stay!
We spent nearly two weeks at La Dioma in October of 2019 and it was just what we were looking for. We wanted a quiet place to escape and restore during a time of sabbatical from work and other commitments and this certainly was an excellent choice. While the drive from Bagni Di Lucca is intimidating, after several days we were navigating it (nearly) like the locals. DO NOT attempt a large vehicle as there are several very tight passages in Guzzano just before you arrive at the house and take caution on the many curves on the road approaching. Take your time,,,the locals may tailgate, honk and be frustrated with you but in the end what matters is arriving safely. The views from the home are of course stunning and the seclusion was welcomed as the neighboring homes are a bit of a distance away. The traditional stone, tile and timber home was beautiful, clean and well cared for inside and out. Housekeeping came mid-stay for new linens and a cleanup which was welcomed. It was too cold to use the pool but we would have felt very private had we done so. The home itself is furnished well and although there were only two of us it would certainly host a large group well. Dining at Bar Santini in San Cassiano was delightful and we had a few informal meals in BDL but we prepared most of our meals in the well equipped kitchen at home. Definitely take advantage of the markets in Fornoli and Bagni Di Lucca on the given days to collect your produce and other items. The several supermarkets in town had most all we needed. Prices at both restaurants and grocers were surprisingly reasonable with our nicest four course meals costing €30-40 for the two of us! We had a cook come in to prepare a meal one evening which was fantastic and would have fed six people and the fee was very reasonable! There are too many cute little towns and restaurants to list but one of our favorites was the cliff city of Montefegatesi. Make sure to walk to the top to see the view from the Dante memorial as it is breathtaking! Most of the locals do not speak English but with our little bit of Italian, Google Translater and a good deal of sign language and gesturing we made out well and it added to the adventure! If your only experience in Italy has been Rome, Florence, Pisa, etc, we can highly recommend visiting this most beautiful part of this very special country and can highly recommend La Dioma!
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martin A.

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Traumhafter Ort zum entspannen
Gut ausgestattetes Haus in ruhiger Lage mit überwältigender Aussiecht. Den ganzenTag Sonne am Haus und Pool. Waren mit zwei Familien, 8 Personen, dort und hatten einen wunderbaren Urlaub. Kann ich nur empfehlen. Tagesausflüge in die umliegen Städte sind problemlos möglich wenn man ein Auto besitzt. Das das WLAN einige Tag nicht funktioniert hat war im Nachhinein betrachtet sehr erholsam. Kann ich nur empfehlen.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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Absolutely stunning
One of the most beautiful properties we have ever stayed at. We has such a fantastic week at La Dioma that it was hard to leave the house to explore the local area! Sitting out on the terrace or by the pool taking in the stunning view was just too wonderful. We did make it out to Lucca and Isola Santa however which were both well worth the visit. Thank you so much for sharing your fantastic house - we didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

catherine w.

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Stunning!
Its just a big WOW when you get to this property. There was 12 of us staying for my 50th birthday,a bit of chilling,walking and barbies had as well as a beautiful meal in a bagni restaurant. Looking to go back already and wish we had had 2 weeks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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Gesamteindruck sehr gut
Wir fühlten uns sehr wohl in dem Haus. Die Anfahrt ist mit breiten und langen Fahrzeugen (Kombis oder Van) nicht einfach. Was wir empfehlen würden, ist die Anschaffung eines Wasserkochers und einer herkömmlichen Kaffeemaschine, da für die vielen Personen die Wartezeiten auf Kaffee sehr lang sind (weil nur eine Espressomaschine vorhanden ist). Eine normale Kaffeekanne mit Filterbehälter wäre auch schon hilfreich. Pfannen und Töpfe sind sehr abgenutzt und die Beschichtung sehr beschädigt. War für uns kein großes Problem, aber bei empfindlichen Gästen könnte das Ärger bringen. Aber wir waren insgesamt sehr begeistert von dem Haus und auch der superguten Empfehlung für eine Köchin, die man engagieren kann.

About the host

Hosted by Patricia and John Gray

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Patricia and John come from a Hertfordshire village. John is a retired quantity surveyor and Patricia a retired HR consultant. They have two grown-up children who love spending time at La Dioma , either chilling out in the lovely hot summers or skiing and snowboarding in the winter. John and Patricia also have two little grandchildren who adore coming on holiday to La Dioma, especially swimming and jumping in the pool!
One of the first rental owners in the Bagni di Lucca area, John and Patricia have an established history of 16 years of renting their holiday home to very happy guests from all over the world - as their guestbook will testify!

Why they chose this property

We spent three weeks in Italy looking for a small holiday home with no land. We found La Dioma, a three storey detached house with 34 acres of land! We fell in love with the spectacular peaceful location and the magnificent views of the mountains and the pretty town of Bagni di Lucca in the valley below. The original features of the house were covered with plaster, but initial prodding revealed huge period chestnut beams, cotto tiles, fireplaces and rock walls. We set about lovingly restoring La Dioma to its former beauty. After two years, the house was renovated, furniture purchased and the magnificent swimming pool and sun-bathing terrace finished. Patricia learnt Italian, and John - let's say it's work in progress! We feel very privileged to own our own corner of Tuscany with our property known locally as "paradiso"!

What makes this property unique

Apart from the stunning natural beauty and tranquility of the area, staying at La Dioma is a real Italian experience. This is not an area of mass tourism. Our neighbours are busy going to work, tending vegetable gardens, making wine and olive oil, picking mushrooms, hunting wild boar and stacking wood for the winter. They may not speak much English but they are incredibly kind, hardworking, fun-loving and friendly. Everything revolves around the family and often food! There are so many great local restaurants and cafes with authentic and reasonably-priced food, it is difficult to decide which one to go to! On the other hand, barbecuing lazily on the terrace with a few beers or a bottle of wine, and popping into the swimming pool and soaking up the lovely views, isn't a bad option either!

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian

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