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Fantastic view of the village from the 2nd outdoor dining table
Fantastic views from the garden towards the village and mountains beyond
Shaded outside table

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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Castiglione di Garfagnana, Tuscany
  • Place, Pontecosi Lake
    â€Ș5 min drive‬
  • Place, Duomo
    â€Ș7 min drive‬
  • Place, Archaeological Museum
    â€Ș7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce

Experience the beauty and charm of Tuscany with Friends of Tuscany Ltd., where we handle every detail of your villa booking to ensure a truly memorable holiday. With over 30 years of personal knowledge, we offer tailored services like grocery deliveries, homemade meals upon arrival, wine tours, children's activities, and recommendations for wild swimming spots, festivals, events, and the best local restaurants.

Located just a 3-minute walk from the medieval village Castiglione di Garfagnana, Casa Massimo offers spacious rooms, a private garden, and a 9-meter pool exclusively for guests. This is the perfect spot for a summer retreat in one of Tuscany’s most picturesque villages. Enjoy stunning views of the historic Castello from the garden, which features mature trees for shade and a traditional wood-fired oven for pizza.

The villa includes two large bedrooms (one sleeps three), a generously sized living room, a well-equipped kitchen, and a bathroom with shower. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a hamper of fresh organic produce from the owner, Massimo, who also shares his homemade wine, olive oil, and cheese throughout your stay.

Guests visiting in late September or October have the unique chance to participate in the grape harvest and witness traditional winemaking.

Nestled in the heart of Garfagnana, often called 'Hidden Tuscany,' Castiglione is known for its breathtaking scenery and reputation as a center of musical excellence. Castelnuovo, the nearby market town, offers a variety of restaurants, cafes, and shops, as well as a lively weekly market.

The area is perfect for outdoor activities like mountain biking, horse riding, and gorge walking, all of which can be arranged through our local partners.

With Friends of Tuscany, you're not just booking a villa, you're getting insider knowledge and personalized recommendations to make the most of your Tuscan getaway.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Pool closed October to May (can be negotiated)
Cost of heating, if required, is due to the owner
Tourist tax of €1 per day per person is due to the owner on arrival

Important information

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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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number IT046010C2TH2FNHZU

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Castiglione di Garfagnana

Located in Castiglione di Garfagnana, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ethnographic Museum Don Luigi Pellegrini and Museo Civico del Territorio di Barga are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello and Parco Levigliese. Parco del Levigliese and Pietro Pellegrini Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cave exploring nearby.
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Castiglione di Garfagnana, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Pontecosi Lake - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Ariostesca Castle - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Duomo - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Archaeological Museum - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello - 13 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Castelnuovo di Garfagnana Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘIl Pozzo - ‬4 min drive
  • â€ȘLa Rocca - ‬8 min drive
  • â€Șbar da beppe - ‬4 min drive
  • â€ȘAlbergo Ristorante Pizzeria Residence Il Grotto - ‬10 min drive
  • â€ȘGrind House - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce on 25 Apr 2026 start from AU$301, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Pontecosi Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ariostesca Castle and Duomo. Archaeological Museum and Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

10/10

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9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Birgit F.

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Massimo is a fantastic host and the scenery is absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

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Great location, fabulous host, a very warm welcome. Massimo is a great host, ghere to help whenever needed and a welcoming host. Great space and set up with everyrhing you need. Lovely walk into town (even for little legs) with restaurants and cafes to choose from. Would love yo stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon A.

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Beautiful property, very friendly owner

Beautiful property in a lovely town in the Tuscan hills. Excellent value and a lovely stay. The host, Massimo is generous, friendly and considerate
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Terina W.

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Beautiful village setting with amazingly kind host! Massimo lives upstairs but is not intrusive! Welcomed us with coffee and wine, When our relatives popped to see us, he offered them hospitality. Helpful through our broken Italian/English. Accommodation had every thing we needed and the pool was lovely and refreshing in the August heat! Love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

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Our stay was excellent, from start to finish. The house and pool were beautiful and the owner Massimo was very kind and hospitable. He really made our stay what is was. Would highly recommend. The small and quiet town is a short walk away and there are 3 good restaurants. It’s not very touristy. You must go to Lido Pizzeria, views are incredible and pizza is very good. Lucca is about an hours drive away, and worth a visit. Overall a wonderful holiday.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

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Fabulous holiday

This was our 2nd time staying here. The villa is fantastic, the location is beautiful so close to the village and with amazing view. Outdoor features, like the pool, barbeque, garden, off-road parking, etc are all brilliant. And the host, Massimo is wonderful, so friendly, welcoming and convivial.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James H.

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Home from home with the best host

A spacious property with loads of outdoor space (and pool). We were very comfortable here and could easily have stayed longer. The host, Massimo, is very friendly and most generous. We thought the village was charming and Castelnuovo is well worth a visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Regina W.

Nice accomodation and great hospitality

We (4 adults, 1 child) had two wonderful weeks in this House in Castiglione di Garfagnana. Massimo and his sister were great hosts with lots of wine (and ice for the toddler), we felt like members of the family. For cyclists: visit the passo degli radici! The house provides everything you need for your holidays.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Gerry W.

Lovely

Wonderful welcome and friendly help during our stay. We appreciated the persecco and fresh produce kindly provided by Massimo. Great accommodation and we really enjoyed the pool. Castiglione is a gem and we can definitely recommend the greengrocers!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Johan Stulien R.

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Unforgettabel week at Casa Massimo

We had a fantastic week at Casa Massimo. Helpful and wonderful host/manager. Great place/location of the property. Really nice garden and outdoor pool. We had a rental car the whole week, which is recommended to get around visiting places. All in all, a great experience. 10/10!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Friedrich G.

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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Clive W.

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Wonderful hospitality

We had the pleasure of staying in Casa Massimo for four weeks. Throughout our time Massimo kept us supplied with fresh eggs, cherries, wine and more besides. He is a generous host only too happy to invite us in to his cantina to sample local cheeses with his friends. It made for a memorable holiday. The house and pool are exceptionally clean and well tended. Castiglione itself is a good base for exploring the Garfagnana and has its own excellent alimentari, bar, new pizza restaurant and grocer. Recommended.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Uwe K.

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Super

It was really a great vacation. We felt super comfortable. The house has a typical Italian flair, the pool was always clean and in top condition. The exceptionally helpful landlord Massimo made the stay a successful holiday with his hospitable manner. We can also recommend the Bar Alimentario, where you can have an excellent breakfast with a typical Italian dish coming and going. The staff at Alimentario is very friendly and welcoming. Uwe & Paula Uli & Uwe
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nadine and Jeff B.

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True Tuscany

Our family of three adult children and their parents gathered together at Massimo’s to celebrate each other and our Italian adventure. What a treat to venture into a true Tuscan community. We ate their food, drank their wine and enjoyed their true friendliness and hospitality. Massimo welcomed us on the first night with a table full of fun, laughter and food. His kindness continued throughout the week of our stay. You could not ask for a more genuine and generous host. He also respected our private times even though he lived above us. We certainly hope to return to this Tuscan treasure!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emiel L.

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Great stay at Casa Massimo

Or stay at the house was great and massimo is the most hospitable host we have ever met. At arrival there were the first necessities for breakfast and dinner. Massimo lives upstairs and the house is downstairs. As he has a different entrance you have your own space. The pool is for use only and you do not share this with anyone. There are local shops close by and the supermarket is 5-10 minutes by car. The pool is large and Massimo cleans it every two days. We got fresh fruits and eggs which were great! The interior is not very modern but comfortable and fits the ambience. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would recommend to anyone. Please take into account that if you want to visit lucca and pisa that the drive is 1-1,5 hours. Thanks Massimo for a great week!! Grazie
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey L.

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Lovely peaceful place to stay

We had a lovely time staying here. The house was clean and had everything we needed. The house and garden were much larger than we thought from the photos, brilliant! Our three children really enjoyed playing in the pool and in the gardens which are pretty and well kept. Castiglione is very quaint and lovely to wander around, we enjoyed walking out after dinner to have a gelato and enjoy the mountain views. This is a beautiful part of Tuscany, we had successful trips to Barga and Lucca, easy to drive to and easy to park. Massimo was an amazing, friendly host we really enjoyed the welcome from him on our arrival, delightful Prosecco and Red wine and gelato for the children! Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne H.

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Great stay at Massimo's house

High up in the hills right next to the mediaeval fortified village of Castiglione, this place is a delight. Owner Massimo's generosity knows no bounds - he supplied us with more superb produce than we could eat, including an endless supply of fresh funghi porcini, bottles of his excellent red wine, home made salami and vegetables. The pool and garden were perfect, it was calm and peaceful and we had plenty of space. This is the house where Massimo was born and he & his charming wife still live upstairs - on hand to help whenever necesssary. And it feels like a home, a lived-in, welcoming space with lovely old furniture and a workable kitchen. Lucca - a favourite haunt - is less than a hour's drive away with many other stunning towns and magnificent villas, parks and gardens nearby. It's sad that a couple of apartment blocks have been built on two sides of the garden effectively blocking the view over the village but a short stroll into the front garden reveals the castle and the old walls. Highly recommended for a stay in a relatively unknown but beautiful part of Tuscany.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Navita R.

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Idyllic 2 week stay

Spacious, clean and well appointed villa with the great big benefits of a pool, shaded floral garden and great views from the driveway. We loved our two weeks here and would definitely consider returning. Castiglione village (a few mins walk away) is small but perfect and has a couple of restaurants and the bar for apperitivo / gelato. More amenities and dining options are available in neighbouring towns just 10 mins drive away. Il Pozzo lives up to the advertising and recommendations for a lovely dinner. We had read reviews of Massimo’s hospitality but we’re still very pleasantly surprised at his kindness and generosity: red wine, Prosecco, fresh produce and ice creams for the kids throughout the stay. He gives you full privacy but is always close if you need help or to offer you a drink on your way in or out! Despite not speaking English we had some good chats with him, thanks to our broken Italian and good old Google. We had some wonderful day trips to the beautiful Vagli sotti, Pisa, beach at Forte dei Marmi and canyoning - all recommendations in the information provided by Friends of Tuscany after booking. Definitely recommend the cooking class at home with Francesca. In short, go ahead and book. You won’t be disappointed!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jonas P.

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Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt in dieser Unterkunft. Die Lage ist sehr ruhig, und man kann fußlĂ€ufig im Dorf unten alles bekommen, was man benötigt. Der Empfang von Massimo mit Wein, KĂ€se und Wurst war toll, v.a. wenn immer wieder nachgeschenkt wurde. Der KĂŒhlschrank war auch von Beginn an gut gefĂŒllt. Wir haben 2x im Pizzaofen selbst Pizza gemacht, ging einwandfrei. Der Pool ist riesig und sehr sauber. Wir können jedem empfehlen, bei Massimo und den Friends of Tuscany zu buchen. 10/10
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rutger B.

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Perfect stay

Prachtige villa op een prachtige locatie. Gelegen op loop afstand van een sfeervol klein dorpje. Hier zijn alle basis voorzieningen verkrijgbaar. Op 10 minuten rijden is er een supermarkt en de grotere plaats met heel veel goede restaurants. Het huis is stijlvol en de tuin prachtig. Waarbij vooral het zwembad veel indruk maakt. De eigenaar en property manager zijn zeer vriendelijk en reageren beide erg snel op vragen en verzoeken. Dit huis is echt een aanrader.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Murielle D.

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Un petit paradis

Merci à Massimo pour son accueil, cela restera une soirée mémorable ! La maison et surtout les extérieurs sont trÚs agréables. La piscine est grande et réguliÚrement entretenue par Massimo, c'est un vrai plus. Le village est à quelques minutes à pied avec tout le nécessaire : petite épicerie, dépÎt de pain, bar, restaurant. La région est trÚs belle et le village fait un bon point de départ pour la découvrir.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

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Sehr zu empfehlen

Sehr herzliche und zuvorkommende Vermieter, sehr schöne ruhige Gegend, unmittelbar nahe des Dorfes, wo man alles Notwendige fĂŒr den tĂ€glichen Bedarf bekommt.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Danyal S.

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A great place to stay in the north of Tuscany

This is a fantastic location in the Northern part of Tuscany, with valleys to climb to mountain passes and tiny village in magnificent scenery. The local village has a post office, greengrocers, and small food shop as well as a bar, and a restaurant. I think the property description undersells the location - I was unfamiliar with Tuscany, and having spent a week in Florence, we were looking for a place in the Tuscan countryside. Perhaps most visitors already know what they are getting, but it was a lovely part of the world to be in, on the lower slops of the mountains above the valley below, with national parks close to hand. The house, is the self contained ground floor of a larger house, with sole use of the swimming pool and garden. The pool is a proper solid dug in pool and good for decent short lengths of swimming. We were in the pool to cool off most days, after coming in from exploration. The house itself has everything you could need. After coming from a modern flat renovation in Florence the previous week, it was nice to come to a place that had clearly been a home. It was the house that Massimo, the owner, grew up in and lives annexed to. Massimo is a kind host - available to sort out the minor issues - push to set the washing machine, and then pull the dial to operate! If your Italian is better than mine, you’ll find a great conversation partner and equally, we were undisturbed and he will leave you to get on with things. A wonderful local host, I think. In conclusion, a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Susanne L.

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Der Besitzer ist ĂŒberaus zuvorkommend!

Wir wurden von Anfang an verwöhnt! Alles sehr sauber, der KĂŒhlschrank gefĂŒllt, Massimo ist sehr gastfreundlich und zuvorkommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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Fantastisk vistelse

Vi hade en underbar semestervecka hos Casa Massimo. Som mÄnga andra skriver sÄ Àr Massimo en fantastisk vÀrd, oerhört vÀlkomnande, genuin och generös vilket tillförde sÄ mycket extra till upplevelsen. Boendet Àr vÀldigt rent, frÀscht och mysigt och nÀr vi kom vÀlkomnades vi med en mÀngd olika matvaror i kylen plus vin kaffe och andra godsaker. Vi blev inbjudna till "Massimos cantina" flertalet gÄnger under vÄr vecka och fick smaka pÄ Massimos egengjorda prosecco, vin och oliver m.m. Barnen fick glass och dricka. SÄ otroligt generöst! Vi fick ocksÄ en hel del tips pÄ utflykter i omrÄdet vilket var vÀrdefullt. Byn som boendet ligger i Àr vÀldigt vacker och charmig och det finns massor att upptÀcka i nÀromrÄdet. En dag gjorde vi en utflykt till Lago di Gramolazzo och kan varmt rekommendera att besöka denna vackra sjö som var underbar att bada i. PÄ eftermiddagarna var det vÀldigt hÀrligt att ha poolen att bada i och trÀdgÄrden att koppla av i. Vi Àr oerhört nöjda med vÄr semester och kommer definitivt att komma tillbaka till Casa Massimo snart!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Friends of Tuscany Ltd

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We are a family run holiday agency who have been renting holiday villas in Tuscany for over 25 years.

We know each of the owners personally and have lived around the Garfagnana area for over 25 years.

We give our guests a personalised service, including detailed information sheets about the houses and best things to do in the area.

We can help arrange activities, chefs, taxis, car hire and baby sitting services.

Please drop us an email with any questions you may have about our villas & Tuscany.

www.friendsoftuscany.com

Why they chose this property

Free produce, amazing views, walking distance to nice restaurants & bars.

What makes this property unique

The owner grows his own vegetables, has hens for eggs, makes his own wine, preserves and cheeses.

He is very generous with his produce so guests will enjoy free organic produce from his land.

The house is walking distance to the desirable, medieval village of Castiglione, where there are 3 restaurants and bars.

Languages:

English, Italian
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