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

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A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a variety of plants.
A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by well-maintained grass and hedges.
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A historic tower surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.
A poolside area with a clear view of the pool, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Overlooking the mountains, this 2-bedroom villa accommodates 5 guests and features 1 bathroom. It includes 1 outdoor pool and offers a patio for relaxation. Enjoy activities like mountain biking, swimming, and fishing nearby, along with attractions such as Pontecosi Lake and Ariostesca Castle. The property is situated in a rural village near skiing and golf.

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Castiglione di Garfagnana, Tuscany
  • Place, Pontecosi Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Ariostesca Castle
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Duomo
    ‪13 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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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

You need to know

Property Registration Number IT046010C2TH2FNHZU
Property # 1933848
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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 cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Castiglione di Garfagnana, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Pontecosi Lake - 11 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Ariostesca Castle - 13 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Duomo - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Archaeological Museum - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Sanctuary of San Pellegrino in Alpe - 29 min drive - 30.4 km

Getting around

  • Castelnuovo di Garfagnana Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Alimentari - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Rocca - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Ariosto - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪L'Aia di Piero - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bar Aurora - ‬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 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce on 3 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,845, 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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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 46 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’re struggling to put into words how wonderful our week was! The host Massimo is the kindest and most generous man we’ve ever met and his joyfulness truly made our holiday.The home itself is absolutely perfect in terms of amenities. We didn’t want for anything during our stay. The home is so cosy and the furniture makes it feel like you’re staying with an Italian relative. It feels more like a home than a sterile “holiday villa”.We had no trouble keeping the house cool by closing the shutters during the day. And the swimming pool was divine, so refreshing for a dip after sun bathing.Castiglione was the perfect base for doing a bit of exploring of the north of Tuscany. We loved Lucca and enjoyed Barga and Castelnuovo but we barely scratched the surface. We had no idea how beautiful this part of Italy was. Castiglione is also a great little town itself with plenty going on and lots of lovely places for a drink and something to eat. We loved walking down to town for breakfast and had lunch at the cantina on one day. We can’t express enough our gratitude for a week spent at Casa Massimo! We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Massimo is a fantastic host and the scenery is absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind words. We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and that Massimo’s hospitality made your stay special. We’d love to welcome you back again – and if you book another Friends of Tuscany house, you’ll receive a returners’ discount as a thank-you.
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10/10 Excellent

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MASSIMO was a wonderful host and very generous with his time and the exceptional welcome hamper. The village bars were great as was the greengrocer , grocers and Pizzeria. It is opposite the bar. All easily walkable. We would recommend Villa MASSIMO to anyone. It’s very spacious. The weather wasn’t kind to us but did manage to use the pool a couple of times
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Archival

8/10 Good

We loved our stay

Massimo was a wonderful host, it's a beautiful villa, will definitely return one day
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted you enjoyed the location, the villa, and Massimo’s warm hospitality — he truly loves making guests feel at home. It’s great to hear the walk into town worked well for everyone. We’d love to welcome you back anytime — and just so you know, we offer special discounts to returning guests who book any of our Friends of Tuscany villas. Best wishes, Molly Friends of Tuscany
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thanks for the review! I would love to welcome you back to Tuscany one day and can offer you a returners discount. Best Wishes, Molly Friends of Tuscany
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Dear Geoffrey, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Massimo has asked me to welcome you back and I can offer you a returners discount. Best Wishes, Molly Friends of Tuscany Ltd.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Archival

8/10 Good

Great hospitality, quite, spacious and beautifull pool

Spacious, quite and clean appartment with very friendly and helpfull owner Massimo. On the day we arrived the fridge was filled with some basic breakfast stuff, some beers and 2 bottles of wine (produced by Massimo himself) to get a good start. The appartment and garden is spacious and pool is perfect, large and very clean as Massimo cleans it every morning. We enjoyed the great hospitality of the owner as well on Sunday when he (and his friend) joined us for a Prosecco to selebrate the start of our holiday. Very friendly and generous. Only remark on the location is that you need to drive 40 minutes to Lucca to get to the highway when you want to do some sightseeing to e.g. Florence, Lucca and Pisa (and other cities). No other remarks and we will definitely come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2020
Dear Yvonne, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely and detailed review. Massimo would love to have you back and we can offer you a returners discount at this house or another house we manage. Kind regards, Susan Friends of Tuscany Ltd
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wunderschöner Garten mit sauberem Pool und supernetter, herzlicher Gastgeber! Im Haus ist es auch bei großer Hitze kühl, wenn man morgens gut lüftet und dann Fenster und Rolläden schließt. Man kann hier viel Privatsphäre genießen. Wir kommen gerne wieder und empfehlen es weiter.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the garden and pool, appreciated the privacy, and found the host so welcoming. It is also great to know that keeping the windows and shutters closed during the day kept the house nice and cool for you. As a thank you for your kind recommendation, we would be delighted to offer you a returner’s discount on your next stay. Best wishes, Molly Friends of Tuscany Ltd
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt in dieser Unterkunft. Die Lage ist sehr ruhig, und man kann fußläufig im Dorf unten alles bekommen, was man benötigt. Der Empfang von Massimo mit Wein, Käse und Wurst war toll, v.a. wenn immer wieder nachgeschenkt wurde. Der Kühlschrank war auch von Beginn an gut gefüllt. 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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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 très agréables. La piscine est grande et régulièrement entretenue par Massimo, c'est un vrai plus. Le village est à quelques minutes à pied avec tout le nécessaire : petite épicerie, dépôt de pain, bar, restaurant. La région est très belle et le village fait un bon point de départ pour la découvrir.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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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