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Traditional stone villa with terrace & gardens, in the hills of Lunigiana, Northern Tuscany.

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South Facing Terrace
A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a hanging light fixture.
A living room with a red sofa, a small ottoman, and a red lamp. There are two framed pictures on the wall and a lamp on a side table.
Living area
External doors leading from living to borgo.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Games
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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Massa Carrara, Tuscany
  • Place, Castello di Terrarossa
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Saint Caprasio Abbey
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Brunella Fortress
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Double Room

1 Double Bed

La Mansarda

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Royal Quarters

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Traditional stone villa with terrace & gardens, in the hills of Lunigiana, Northern Tuscany.

Casa Nirvana is a traditional, stone built detached villa with balconies, terrace and garden. It has been lovingly restored and refurbished by the present owner and features cotto floors and an open fire, together with a pleasing blend of traditional and contemporary styling. Accommodation is provided on 3 levels: ground floor cooking and living, first floor bathroom, master bedroom and second bedroom and second floor mansarda (King sized room at the top). The landscaped garden boasts a spacious terrace for alfresco dining, sunbathing, or simply enjoying the magnificent scenery; and the enclosed lawn provides a safe play area for children. Car parking is both ample and convenient. Being just 1 hour from Pisa airport and within reach of excellent beaches and skiing, Casa Nirvana is centrally located in Lunigiana. It is a perfectly luxurious hillside retreat, for those not inclined to venture far; yet is ideally situated for the more adventurous to explore this beautiful part of Italy.

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please refer to booking terms and the house handbook which is kept at the property and will be emailed to you on receipt of final payment.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8058097
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Tresana

Located in Tresana, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Museo della Stampa and Diocesan Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Happy Land bowling and Gelateria Biagi. Travelling with kids? Consider Enoteca la Civilta del Bere e Altro and Naval Museum. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, ecotours and mountain climbing nearby.
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Massa Carrara, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Castello di Terrarossa - 17 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Saint Caprasio Abbey - 18 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Brunella Fortress - 19 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Bagnone Castle - 30 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Montemarcello Regional Park - 33 min drive - 32.3 km

Getting around

  • Aulla Lunigiana Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Bernardi - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Al pozzo - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Bar Nello - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Punto e pasta - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Locanda antico mulino - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional stone villa with terrace & gardens, in the hills of Lunigiana, Northern Tuscany. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Traditional stone villa with terrace & gardens, in the hills of Lunigiana, Northern Tuscany.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Traditional stone villa with terrace & gardens, in the hills of Lunigiana, Northern Tuscany.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional stone villa with terrace & gardens, in the hills of Lunigiana, Northern Tuscany.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional stone villa with terrace & gardens, in the hills of Lunigiana, Northern Tuscany. located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly villa is within 9 mi (15 km) of Castello di Terrarossa, Saint Caprasio Abbey and Brunella Fortress. Lake Fario and Il Giardino della Luna Restaurant are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Petra P.

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

Lovely house in pretty village

We had a great week in the Lunigiana!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana J.

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

Spectacular location

Perched on the side of a mountain-top village, with its labyrinthine arched lanes and tucked-away houses, Casa Nirvana is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the scenery. The terrace/garden is beautiful with stunning views and the house was clean, bright with plenty of space and everything we needed (even Cluedo and chess!). Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2022
Thanks fo much for your review Dana, it's great to get feedback and even better to know that you enjoyed your stay. Glad the Cluedo was used, we've had many a competitive night at that!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol-anne S.

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

Tranquil rural location

This lovingly restored hillside property is in a tranquil setting offering fantastic views over the surrounding mountains and valleys. The property is spacious and with a large garden there are lots of opportunities to relax in comfort. Maintained and equipped to a high standard the property is likely to exceed expectations. During winter months access to the property may be difficult due to the remoteness of the hamlet.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2023
So very pleased you enjoyed your stay. We try to do everything to as high a standard as possible because being on holiday should be an enjoyable experience in every way! Thank you for your lovely review.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

Beautiful Holiday

Our stay at Casa Nirvana was absolutely fantastic. Set in the beautiful Tuscan hills, the location was just ideal for both a relaxing quiet break and for visiting the surrounding areas such as the amazing Cinque Terre along with Lucca, Las Spezia and the beautiful beaches at Marinella di Sarzana and Massa. The house itself was immaculate. 3 excellent double bedrooms, gorgeous bathroom with roll top bath and a kitchen that was just a joy to cook in. The views from the house are a joy to behold and as soon as we arrived, we relaxed immediately. Our son at the time of travel was just under 2 years old and had so much fun playing in the garden and exploring the beautiful village setting that Casa Nirvana is set in. I would highly recommend staying at Casa Nirvana and am already looking forward to our next stay there.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you Nathan, I am so pleased to hear that you all enjoyed your holiday and were delighted with Casa Nirvana. Come back soon! Gillian
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

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

Laue Abende

Der Urlaub war einfach super erholsam. Man konnte schön ausschlafen. Fast zum Mittag frühstücken und dann wieder entspannt ein Buch lesen.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Armin O.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Haus mit rustikalen Charme und schöner Aussicht

Haus mit Charme, in bäuerlichen Umgebung… kicker rikiii oder cod de dudelduuu …
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth L.

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

La tranquillité en montagne

Après des séjours dans des villes et des centres urbains, cette propriété est l’endroit idéal pour relaxer et décompresser. Les vues depuis les chambres sont splendides. L’appartement est propre et frais. C’est aussi un bon pied à terre pour faire des voyages de jour sur la côte. Attention, mieux vaut aimer la conduite dans des routes étroites et sinueuses en montagne pour séjourner dans cette villa - c’est ce qui fait le charme du retour à la villa en fin de journée. L’épicerie dans la municipalité Aulla, à 15 minutes de conduite, propose une foule de petits plats du terroir. De plus, Colette est adorable. Je n’hésiterais pas à revenir y séjourner .
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2022
Merci beaucoup!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

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

Herrliche Entspannung!

Wir waren für 6 Tage in Casa Nirvana und fanden es einfach traumhaft. Das geschmackvoll eingerichtete Haus liegt in wunderbarer Hanglage und wir haben den Ausblick und die Ruhe jeden Tag genossen, nachdem wir davor 2 Wochen in der Toskana herumgereist sind. Danke für diese tolle Unterkunft.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philipp G.

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

außergewöhnliche Lage, tolles Haus

Das Haus ist etwas Besonderes: urig, eigen, schön. Es liegt an prominenter Stelle im letzten Dorf eines Ausläufers der Appeninen, bietet Ruhe und eine phantastische Aussicht. Für schnelle Ausflüge zum Meer oder zum Einkaufen ist es allerdings eher weniger geeignet. Kommunikation und Organisation waren topp!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Micha S.

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

Sehr schönes Häuschen in kleinem Bergdorf

Wir haben die Ruhe und die Aussicht, die das Häuschen bietet, sehr genossen. Bei gutem Wetter ist man auf der schönen Tereasse oder dem kleinen Garten sehr gut aufgehoben. Die Wohnung ist schön eingerichtet und hat alles was man so täglich braucht. Die Verwalterin ist sehr hilfsbereit und kümmert sich hervorragend um alles was so anfallen kann. Es war eine sehr schöne Zeit!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon G.

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

Sehr schöner Aufenthalt

Eines der schönsten Häuser in denen wir je Urlaub gemacht haben. Das Haus ist perfekt aufgeteilt. Es gibt insgesamt drei Schlafzimmer mit je einem Doppelbett, welche sich im ersten und zweiten Stock befinden. Im Erdgeschoss befindet sich das Wohnzimmer und die Küche. Die Küche bietet alles, was man für ein leckeres Abendessen benötigt. Vor dem Haus befindet sich die Terrasse und ein kleiner Garten. In diesem kann man schön entspannen und man hat einen wunderschönen Ausblick ins Tal. Die Kommunikation mit den Vermietern hat wunderbar funktioniert und auch vor Ort hat man eine Ansprechpartnerin, die bei Fragen uns immer hilfsbereit unterstützt hat. Insgesamt kann ich das Ferienhaus nur weiter empfehlen!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniela K.

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

Steinhaus

Ein tolle Haus mit einer mega Lagequalität. Der Rückzugsort für unsere Familie war genau richtig in dieser nicht leichten COVID Zeit. Kleiner Wehrmutstropfen war der nicht zu gebrauchende, verrostete Aussengrill und zu kleine Bratpfannen für zwei Personen (wir waren zu fünft). Family Künzler
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2021
Thanks so much for your feedback and for taking good care of our home 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maj F.

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

Beautifully restored old house with excellent mountain view

We had a wonderful week in the house which was equipped with everything we needed. The house is located in a small charming mountain village offering a very authentic Italian experience, still in short driving distance of tourist highlights, shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2021
So pleased you enjoyed your stay and location, description etc. was as you expected. Thank you for taking such good care of our home, much appreciated. Welcome any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Villechhia

Angereist mit zwei Personen, fanden wir die Casa Nirvana wie auf den Bildern zu sehen vor. Die Abende können gemeinsam auf der großen Terrasse genossen werden. Zum Abend kann der Blick in ein naheliegendes Tal der Umgebung und auf die Apuanischen Alpen am Horizont sehr entspannend sein. Nahe des Hauses befindet sich auch ein Wanderweg, der quer durch die Gegend von Tresana und weiter führt. Wer gerne kocht findet in der geräumigen Küche einen großen Gasherd und einen Ofen, muss aber mit einer etwas kleineren Auswahl an Pfannen und Töpfen rechnen, aber es war alles da, was notwendig sein könnte. Wir hatten einen sehr schönen Urlaub und konnten diesen in der Casa Nirvana wunderbar genießen.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Beautiful view and surroundings

Casa Nirvana was a haven to hang out in with beautiful views of the mountains and a peaceful feeling within the house and surrounding village. It being August and very busy in all the touristy places, we mostly preferred to hang out at the house as a family and enjoy the lovely space and view.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review Rachel, I am so pleased you enjoyed your holiday and spending quality time at Casa Nirvana. I have always found the views quite special and the feeling of space and peace very relaxing. I have tried to make it as homely as possible because, although there is much to see and do in Tuscany, when I am in Italy I like to hang out at the house too and it's nice to be comfortable while doing that!
Archival

8/10 Good

Michel B.

Sfeervolle woning in rustig bergdorpje

Casa Nirvana ligt prachtig in een rustig bergdorpje. Mooi uitzicht over de heuvels en Apenijnen. Huis is compleet en schoon met een lekker terras. Als je van een bad houdt is de badkamer prima, ben je een douche type dan is enige lenigheid geboden. Hoewel noordelijk gelegen ten opzichte van toeristische steden zijn Lucca, Pisa en Florence goed te doen. Aanrader als je van een ontspannen week houdt.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

A Tuscan gem

We visited Casa Nirvana with our two children (7 and 12) and were taken aback by the wonderful location. Set in a tiny village in the Tuscan hillside, it was peaceful and really made us feel we were experiencing the 'real Italy' with no tourists apart from ourselves. The local residents were very friendly and the caretaker had thoughtfully left delicious local tomatoes, peaches (the size of a fist!) cheese etc so we could make breakfast after our late arrival. Having a car was a must, and allowed us to explore the beautiful and historic town of Pontremoli, La Spezia with it's chic marina and the amazing coastline of the Cinque Terre. Lucca was also a lovely surprise and the place to go for stylish shops. The house itself was very well equipped, very clean and beautifully decorated in Tuscan style. The children loved it and we discovered a fantastic outdoor Olympic pool complex 20 min away which was very well priced for whole day visits. We all really hope to visit again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mountain retreat

From the first point of contact until our arrival, the owner could not of been more helpful. The view from the property is just breath taking and Casa Nirvana has been lovingly renovated the photographs on the owners page although accurate do not do it justice, you have to visit to appreciate its beauty. Everything you need for a self catering holiday has been thought of and the welcome pack was much appreciated. The property is very remote (but we knew this) we enjoyed visiting Lucca, Pisa, Florence, Cinque Terre and even Lake Garda. Thanks to Colette’s (housekeeper) suggestion we also visited Pontremoli (amazing cathedral) and Bagnone. We spent our last day chilling in the garden making the most of the sun and views!! The cats gave us a warm welcome on our return to the house each evening and we also enjoyed a lovely meal at the restaurant down the hill. I would not hesitate to recommend Casa Nirvana and hope to return one day soon.

About the host

Hosted by Gillian Osborne

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We live on a smallholding in rural North Yorkshire and we share our UK home with Biba the Labrador, Delilah the Norfolk Terrier, Wilma Beagle, Mr Binx, Mrs Peacock, Isabella and Skye the cats, 3 horses, 2 highland cattle, a collection of geese and hens & a small flock of sheep! Life is not dull. It's not quite "The Good Life" because we don't live off the land, but we love the countryside and the idiosyncrasies of life in a country village. We have a long standing love of Italy. There is a passion about the way Italians do things; their food, their wine, their love of family, their style. The country is so historically and culturally rich. We originally set out to buy a holiday home but inevitably we have put down some Italian roots & Casa Nirvana is truly our second home.

Why they chose this property

The food, wine, climate and culture were the reasons why we chose to buy another home in Tuscany, Italy. But there are so many beautiful areas in Tuscany that it took us a while to figure out precisely where we wanted to be. It had to be somewhere not too commercialised or touristy, somewhere that felt authentically Italian and somewhere easily accessible by road and air, because difficult travel arrangements would be a disincentive to popping over for short stays. We spent a long time looking at various properties, initially in the Garfagnana, but nothing seemed right. Then we found Lunigiana and instinctively knew this was the place. It has the coast, the mountains, a rich cultural heritage and such natural beauty. We felt at home.

What makes this property unique

Having decided to focus our search on properties in Lunigiana, we set about drawing up a list of all the things that were important to us in our holiday home. Most of the houses and apartments just have terraces, but we definitely wanted a garden. Somewhere to put the sun lounger, the paddling pool and the football. Secondly, although we were not looking to have purely beach or skiing holidays, we wanted the option of spending a day at the coast or on the piste, without having to travel too far. We also wanted to be within an hour of an airport, central for sightseeing and handy for amenities. But we also yearned for somewhere peaceful and relaxing, where we could unwind and immerse ourselves in genuine Italian culture. Casa Nirvana ticked all the boxes on our very tall order!

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