Escape to Casa Capannina, nestled in the picturesque Garfagnana mountains, where you can unwind in a spacious garden and private pool. With three al fresco eating areas, including a large covered terrace and gazebo, this property offers total peace and tranquility. Inside discover vaulted beamed ceilings with an open fireplace in the living room or enjoy modern amenities like free WIFI.
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9.89.8 out of 10
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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Beautiful private house with stunning views, large garden and private pool
Casa Capannina is a brand new 3 bedroom 3 bathroom property situated 1 hr 15 mins. north of Lucca in the midst of the mountainous Garfagnana, and with views of the valley and mountains.
Totally private, there is a large garden and private swimming pool (12 m x 6 m) ,and the house boasts three al fresco eating areas - a large covered terrace , an enormous uncovered terrace, gazebo, and two bbqs. There will also be a new pergola for additional relaxation at the pool for 2023.
Inside, the large living room has vaulted beamed ceilings, open fireplace and some exposed brickwork, with tv, dvd and cd player as well as comfy seating. The kitchen diner has a traditional feel, again with beamed ceilings, but the kitchen itself is modern and well equipped with washing machine, dishwasher etc.
Total peace and tranquility!
Ground floor: Enter house via large uncovered terrace, into spacious living room with fireplace and arch vaulted beamed ceilings. The living area also leads out onto large covered terrace perfect for those cooler nights, and also offering shade for mid day eating.The terrace overlooks the garden and pool, with views of uninterrupted and stunning countryside. Kitchen /diner - oven, hob, dishwasher, large fridge/freezer microwave and dining table. A modern kitchen but with a traditional feel with beamed ceilings. Shower room
Downstairs to lower ground floor : 2 spacious double bedrooms 1 twin room with en suite shower room 3rd shower room - hydromassage shower. Washing machine Spacious hallway with double doors leading out to garden.
Outside: Spaciouis fenced relatively flat totally private garden Gazebo with dining furniture BBQ Terraced area with table and chairs under a tree Further terrace area to front with table and chairs Covered terrace with dining option leading from living room Hammocks Pergola for shade at pool area Large private pool 12m x 6m Views of uninterrupted countryside Free WIFI
A little about the area:Please note that automated distance information can be misleading in rural areas. Although some places may appear close “as the crow flies,” walking routes are often impractical.
From Casa Capannina you can take a safe walk to the local village of Camporgiano and enjoy a morning coffee, lunch or dinner, pizza etc and when you have the car there is a supermarket there too.
Just across the valley is the stunningly located fortress of Verrucole, which you can see from the garden in the distance, and also the zip wire park which is great fun for both children and adults, and ideal for a day in the welcome shade! You can also picnic and BBQ here if you want to make a day of it.
The local attractive market town of Castelnuovo, famous for its Thursday morning markets, and with all facilities is just a 15 minute drive. This town has bars, restaurants, gelaterias, and a river...In high season the town really comes alive, and often hosts outdoor evening entertainment.
The beautiful mediaeval town of Barga with its cobbled streets, renowned restaurants, Cathedral and stunning views is a 40 minute drive, and often there is free live music here.
Lucca, with its fully intact walls can't be missed for a day out and cycling around the walls is a firm favourite with day trippers and locals alike. Here, spend the day meandering in the shady streets, sitting in the open piazzas, dining al fresco, climbing towers, visiting the Opera (this is the birthplace of Puccini) or just shopping!
The Grotta del Vento, the famous Wind Caves is also a family favourite...
There is lots to do if you wish, but the real beauty of the area is the countryside and the scattering of small villages wherever you go....Just relax!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
DVD player
Stereo
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Things to do
Bicycles
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Tourist tax taken €1 per person to maximum of €5 per person per stay. Not applicable to guests under 14 yrs. Tax payable in cash on arrival
Pool open 1 May to 30 September. If pool required outside of this time our written agreement is required.
No pets please.
Heating not included in the price of your stay. If heating is required it is to be paid locally for the amount used.
Guests liable for all damages
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: children welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT046006C2K5ALQ5PE
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
Located in Camporgiano, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Museum of Upper Garfagnana and Museo Civico del Territorio di Barga are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pietro Pellegrini Botanical Garden and Pista La Esse. Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello and Parco Levigliese are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking. Visit our Camporgiano travel guide
Does Beautiful private house with stunning views, large garden and private pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Beautiful private house with stunning views, large garden and private pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beautiful private house with stunning views, large garden and private pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful private house with stunning views, large garden and private pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful private house with stunning views, large garden and private pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful private house with stunning views, large garden and private pool located?
Situated in the mountains, this villa is within 6 miles (10 km) of Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello, Verrucole Fortress and Pontecosi Lake. Vagli Lake and Ariostesca Castle are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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wonderful house with big pool and logia with a great view
it was a wonderful stay. the house is well kept, the pool big and cleaned every day, big garden perfect for playing. very silent and the view into the mountains is magnificient. Perfect stay for people who love hiking and nature. Loretta and Renzo are perfect hosts. But you need your time to come to historic sites and cities.
Beautiful setting with amazing views. A very peaceful week with visits from wild boar, deer, foxes and a couple of cats. The house is well equipped especially the kitchen. The covered outdoor room on the first floor was a great place to shelter from the hot sun or the thunderstorms (which were great to watch rolling in over the mountains). Lots of places to visit nearby (by car) but we mainly spent the time reading and cooling off in the lovely pool. Definitely recommend the house and local area.
Beautiful setting, great gardens and pool. The house is spacious and airy with lots of different areas to sit, eat and explore. The villa isn't really walking distance to the village and the unmade road can be difficult to drive especially after heavy rain. There needs to be some modifications to the house, it's all very traditional and brown and the gas hob takes forever to heat up (boiling a kettle is a 20 minute job). The beds are pretty uncomfortable but apart from that it was a lovely villa for us to stay in and the owners are lovely and speak a little English.
Villa Loretta is a fabulous, spacious rustic property with a large, very clean pool and well maintained gardens. Renzo and Loretta were so warm and friendly. We felt part of the family and locality. The elevated eating area with stunning views across the valley was a particular feature. I agree with other reviews, the photos are unable to to capture the beauty and peace of this lush valley. We would definitely visit again!
David H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent
john r.
14 Oct 2018
Beautiful peaceful setting
The house had everything and more than we needed, the owners Renzo and Loretta we’re truely fantastic hosts, not intrusive but there if needed, helped with things we needed, cleaned the pool daily before we needed it, brought us a bottle of home made prosecco for when we had friends over. They were amazing. If I could take them with us on every holiday they would all be great! The property is private which was great for us with 3 noisy children, the local towns had enough places to eat and buy food and drink in. A lovely holiday. We drove and the Italians are a bit scary on the road!!! But loved this holiday
Our stay at Camporgiano was wonderful, and the property comes exactly as advertised, a gem in an exquisite section of Tuscany. The directions in were helpful, but we still needed some assistance from a local to get to the property. A sign at the "wheelie bins" and again up the road at the fork in the road by the older empty house would have been helpful,but we found our way there. The villa is spacious, well-equipped and Lorenzio was wonderful in welcoming us and answering any questions we had. The pool was a bonus, as the weather was unseasonably hot for the middle of September. The location is a bit remote, although we grew to love that about it. The quiet and relaxing atmosphere was a time of great enjoyment. Exploring the surrounding towns and down to Lucca was a treat, although driving in Italy takes some adjusting! We can recommend the property highly, and hope someday to return.
The photos of this villa do not capture the true beauty of the location, the villa and its surrounding grounds. It is so quiet and peaceful and surpassed our expectations. The villa is well equipped and the kitchen has everything you require. The outside furniture on the terrace and around the pool is of a high standard. The swimming pool is the largest I have seen in a villa rental and well maintained by Renzo on a daily basis normally before the family were up. The interior fixtures and fitting our adequate but some may find the bedroom/bathroom layout unusual. I would strongly recommend you check this villa meets your requirements before booking but for myself and my family it was outstanding and provided everything we could have wished for. Lorretta and Renzo really made us welcome and were nearby to help if required. I would return to this Villa if intending re-visiting the area.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent
CHRISTA C.
19 Jun 2018
Wonderful home with amazing views and very nice owners!!!
This home is really beautiful with outstanding views, a fabulous pool, and fantastic grounds! The setting is very peaceful, private and quiet. However, it is only a five minute drive to a grocery store and some very good restaurants. The kitchen is very well equipped, but when you get tired of cooking Davy’s restaurant has great pizza and there is a nice restaurant with a great chef just down the road at the Agritourismo Mulin del Rancone.
The owners were very nice and even shared some of their home made Prosecco with us! Renzo cleaned the pool every morning and the yard was always impeccable!
We also found Lorraine and her staff at Tuscan Retreats to be very responsive and easy to work with. They even sent an email just ahead of our stay informing us of an abrupt weather change, so that we could pack accordingly.
We spent two weeks at the house and made a day trip to Lucca and spent a few days in Florence. We also visited the Fortress at Verrucolle just across The Valley which you can see from the house. The Osteria in the village there has delicious food!
We highly recommend this house and plan to visit again as soon as we can!!!
CHRISTA C.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent
Kathryn R.
15 Jul 2018
Idyllic, peaceful and relaxing
We stayed here for our first family holiday, 6 adults and a baby, house is great size, well equipped and stayed cool indoors even in the heat! We loved the pizza oven, BBQ and terrace area and spent a lot of time in this area for meals.
Location is very remote, there is nothing local to walk to so if you like complete isolation it’s great, if you want to walk to a bar or for an ice cream, it’s not for you!
We discovered fire flies in the woodland area one evening that was magical, a bug light show every evening from 10 -11.30pm! Pool area is lovely but the water was freezing! Renzo was on hand everyday if you needed him, but equally left us alone as he watered the gardens/maintained the pool early each morning. Views from the property were stunning, we ventured further north to a lake which was beautiful and by train into Lucca, again beautiful city.
Handy hint: get some clear directions before you travel, we spent almost an hour trying to find a villa that the locals said didn’t exist, fortunately one of our party spoke Italian and we found it down a dirt track!!!
We enjoyed a wonderful two weeks with our two adult children at Villa Loretta. The setting is spectacular and Renzo and Loretta were lovely hosts, very discreet but friendly and helpful. Renzo keeps the beautiful pool and gardens immaculate with a daily early visit. There was a generous supply of towels and everything was homely, very clean and tidy. There were plenty of sun loungers with cushions and parasols and loads of shady spots around the garden and under the pergola. We made use of the various outside areas and the pizza oven but the elevated eating area was out favourite with light breezes and stunning views.
We made regular trips into the welcoming village, a short but steep walk. It was very safe, our adult children would head into the village for morning coffee or in the evening to the pizzeria or sports bar. Prices in the village were exceptional compared to the tourist spots.
We were able to visit Pisa, Lucca and Florence. A car is essential as the setting is rural but the views from the villa are breathtaking. We spent evenings watching fireflies in the garden, watching spectacular electric storms, enjoying eagles soaring and listening to cuckoos in the wood.
All the family returned home rested and we would all love to use this wonderful property again.
Wir hatten einen traumhaften Urlaub mit allem was wir brauchten. Die Hausbesitzer sind unglaublich nett und haben uns bei allem geholfen -beim Arzt übersetzt und uns Dinge gebracht-es war wirklich herrlich.
Das Anwesen ist ein Traum in der Abgelegenheit-hier ist man ganz ungestört und kann sich richtig erholen. Wir haben es sehr genossen-wer allerdings einen Ausgabgspunkt für viele Ausflüge und Unternehmungen sucht ist hier immer auf ein Auto angewiesen.
Für uns der perfekte urlaub
Loretta et son mari ont soigné l’agrément et le confort de cette belle maison au cœur de la Garfagnana. Les chambres restent fraîches car au rez-de-chaussée, chacune sa salle d’eau et ses toilettes. La cuisine est bien équipée et nous avons accès au barbecue et au four à pizza approvisionnés en bois. La piscine et le jardin sont entretenus chaque jour pour un agrément maximal. Le patio est parfait pour déjeuner au frais. Gentillesse et discrétion en prime. Merci beaucoup à tous deux pour ce magnifique séjour !
Tolles Haus, mega schöner großer Pool und Gartenanlage. Viele nette Schattenplätze, Grill, Pizzaofen, Terrasse uvm.
Die Vermieter Loretta & Renzo sind so liebe Menschen und sind sehr bemüht! Ein großes Dankeschön an Sie, wir hatten einen unvergesslichen Urlaub ❤️
We stayed 14 days at Loretta & Renzos house, just after the reopening of Italy. It was a wonderfull vacation. The communication with the owners is easy. They are friendly and helpfull.
The images are surpassed by reality, this is a great place - we will be back.
Wir hatten einen traumhaften Urlaub. Das Objekt bot alles, was wir uns erhofft hatten: Ruhe, einen herrlichen Blick in die Umgebung, wunderbare Zimmer und Bäder sowie einen tollen Pool. Am Abend gab es selbstgemachte Pizza im Pizzaofen. Die Gastgeber waren immer über Telefon oder Whatsapp zu erreichen und haben uns Wein und Prosecco aus dem eigenen Weinberg vorbeigebracht. Die Urlaubswoche war viel zu kurz.
We had a lovely holiday in this fabulous casa. The house was very well equipped with helpful and welcoming owners. The views were amazing as were the pool and gardens.
Everything about this house is fantastic! If you want a very private and absolutely amazing place to stay for a week or two, this is where you should go.
The booking procedure, checking in, and staying as well as leaving, is simple and the contact at Tuscan retreats and the owners are easy to reach and quick to answer. Renzo and his son-in-law came over to help out directly on our first morning in the house when a thunder storm (beautiful to look at over the mountains!) killed the power and we texted them. The owners, Loretta and Renzo, are sweet and helpful but never intrusive. Perfect hosts! The house is extremely well equipped and you get a rustique, homey feeling there. There is so much love put into the garden, which is so well cared for and absolutely beautiful! The pool was 27-28 degrees and even though the weather was a bit shifting during our stay we enjoyed both the garden and the pool a great deal.
Do try the pizza oven! A bit tricky (don’t make the pizzas too big and use lots of flour, so they can slide into the oven!) but so much fun once you get the hang of if. And the pizzas taste amazing!
You can take nice walks in the area around the house, and Camporgiano with shops (they are super nice at the grocery store Punto/Simply, but do not speak English) and restaurants is only a 5- minute drive away. But do also visit Castelnuovo a 15-minute drive away, which is bigger and more lively.
We found the recommended restaurant Il Pozzo (near Castelnuevo) overrated, but Mulin del Rancone in Camporgiano is very nice, and so is Davy’s cafe. Our nicest meal, however, was at Pizzeria Il Corte in Pietrasanta close to the coast. And the drive back to the house from there over the mountains is breathtaking!!! Over all, driving the roads in the mountains around the area is a lot of fun, but be very careful!
All in all, we had an absolutely incredible week! Wish we didn’t have to leave and hope to return some day!
Das Haus ist wunderschön gelegen inmitten der grünen Hügel der Toskana. Der Garten und der Pool sind sehr gepflegt und laden zum verweilen ein. Das Haus ist perfekt ausgestattet und sauber. Wir haben unsere Ferien sehr genossen und es fehlte an nichts.
annina r.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Fabian S.
16 Oct 2018
wonderful vacation
Enzo anderen Loretta were charming hosts, we had a great time.
Fabian S.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andy R.
22 Sept 2018
Idyllic getaway with superb pool
Beautiful house in a fantastic, peaceful location. Casa Capannina was everything we could have hoped for and more. We loved the pool and the views and had a brilliant two weeks relaxing and visiting beautiful towns like Lucca, Pisa and Florence. Renzo and Loretta were the perfect hosts, never intrusive but always available. We hope to return and would recommend this property wholeheartedly
Andy R.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
caren H.
13 Sept 2018
Secluded, beautiful views, lovely and clean
We have stayed in many villas over the years and this is one of the best. The house is immaculately clean and has everything you need. The owner comes each morning to clean out the pool, water the garden etc but he comes early and does not disturb. We were there 2 weeks and there was a clean and change of towels after the first week, which was a lovely surprise. The house is on a hillside overlooking a valley and mountains opposite. It is totally peaceful and the views are amazing. The pool is very big and the gardens have plenty of shade if necessary. It takes 10 mins to walk down a very steep hill through the woods to the town, where you can find all the groceries and restaurants that you need - very steep walk back up! Nearby there are walks, lakes, mountains, rivers. We could not have asked for more and we would love to visit again. The owners are wonderful and helpful. The pizza oven is amazing - ask the owner how to use it! If you want peace and quiet in beautiful surroundings then come here.
caren H.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tanya Short
13 Sept 2018
Very well maintained property in a lovely setting
Immaculately presented in a beautiful setting. This is a property where all the necessities are provided including pool towels which was a treat. We took advantage of the local train station to travel about the area which was very useful. Otherwise visited the area by car.