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Casa Paladini
Pizza oven & outdoor seating
Pizza oven wintertime
Casa Paladini chestnut grove
Chsetnut grove behind Casa Paladini

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 380 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Castigione di Garfagnana, Lucca
  • Place, Pontecosi Lake
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Duomo
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Sanctuary of San Pellegrino in Alpe
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Child Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage in old chestnut grove set well away from the road

Casa Paladini was built in 1904 and has been lovingly restored with all of its original features maintained throughout such as beamed chestnut ceilings and boards, original stone fireplace and chestnut furniture, doors and windows and stone faced interior and exterior. The cottage is set in a chestnut grove along the ancient track connecting Castilgione di Garfagnana with the high mountain villages and pastures above. The closest point reachable by car is 300 metres away, down a green track. The village of Chiozza with its pizzeria is 1.5 km away and the award-winning Castiglione di Garfagnana is 3km away on foot through the forest. Several walking routes start right from the cottage door including a 2km walk to a medieval bridge and waterfall, good for swimming in the summertime. Casa Paladini is an ideal retreat for anyone looking to get away from the noise of the modern world. The only sounds at night are the nearby running stream and wildlife in close proximity to the cottage including wild boar, deer, crickets etc. The owner lives nearby and runs a very small wild camp site during the summer, and is at hand at all times to advise on places to shop, restaurants, walks etc. Campers keep to themselves, and Casa Paladini with its garden is very well defined and private, however you will hear and see campers on the track. Quiet time at the campsite is 11pm. Castilgione with its shops and restaurant is a 30-minute walk down the mountain, and an excellent mobile supermarket comes to within 300 metres of the cottage once a week.
Please note that the cottage is heated only by a wood-burning stove and open fire place - there is no central heating. If you let us know your arrival time we will do our best to have the stove lit for when you arrive. It is important to keep fueling the stove for the cottage to stay warm. In this way the kitchen area is cosy, some heat also goes into the living room where there is also an open fire, but the bedrooms and bathroom upstairs remain cool.
If possible aim to arrive before dark. In wintertime we are flexible about arrival times to facilitate this.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Property Registration Number IT046010B5FIR2CVID

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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 EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Castiglione di Garfagnana

Located in Castiglione di Garfagnana, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Ethnographic Museum Don Luigi Pellegrini and Museo Civico del Territorio di Barga are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Sanctuary of San Pellegrino in Alpe and Ariostesca Castle. Travelling with kids? Consider Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello and Parco Levigliese. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby rafting, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring, mountain biking and cycling.
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Castigione di Garfagnana, Lucca

What's nearby

  • Pontecosi Lake - 15 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Ariostesca Castle - 16 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Duomo - 16 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Sanctuary of San Pellegrino in Alpe - 17 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Ethnographic Museum Don Luigi Pellegrini - 17 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Castelnuovo di Garfagnana Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Il Pozzo - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Rocca - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪bar da beppe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Grind House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪In Gelateria - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage in old chestnut grove set well away from the road pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage in old chestnut grove set well away from the road?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage in old chestnut grove set well away from the road on 11 Apr 2026 start from AU$144, 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.

How much is parking at Cottage in old chestnut grove set well away from the road?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage in old chestnut grove set well away from the road?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage in old chestnut grove set well away from the road?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage in old chestnut grove set well away from the road located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Sanctuary of San Pellegrino in Alpe, Pontecosi Lake and Ethnographic Museum Don Luigi Pellegrini. Ariostesca Castle and Duomo are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Amazing!

The cottage is wonderful for getting away from it all. Comfy bed, wifi, brilliant host, a varied selection of wildlife and animals! The location is really off the beaten track, the last road to the parking is very narrow with tight bends. We walked down the ancient path to the medieval bridge a couple of times, steep but great views. Very peaceful place, thoroughly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

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

A stunning retreat and welcome respite

The views from Paladini are beautiful beyond what the pictures show, but the people are even better. We spent nights sitting on benches at the fire, but on days we felt less social were given perfect privacy in the cottage. Colm was the ideal host.Our large dog was not only permitted, but warmly greeted and welcomed. The cottage not only had everything needed for cooking, but also books and a few games. Firewood was provided, and the wood stove easily and quickly warms the cottage (including the upper floor).The tranquility of the cottage, whimsical signs, sociability of the common space, and friendliness of the inhabitants (even the donkeys!), and walking trails just meters from the door make Paladini an experience not to be missed.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Salvador M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
L'esperienza è stata fantastica. Un' oasi immersa in un bosco di castagne. Colm è un super Host che gestisce con passione e ospitalità il suo wild camping. Ci ha offerto il suo squisito radicchio dell'orto. Un luogo adatto a tutti coloro che vogliono stare a contatto con la semplicità e la natura. Grazie
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marco P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Porto fuori dal mondo, assolutamente originale per gli standard italiani. Esattamente quello che cercavo. Una struttura quasi irraggiungibile immersa nel verde con persone estremamente accoglienti e spontanee. Il clima della casa era veramente molto caldo, struttura antica, in sasso con pavimentazione in legno, stufa a legna e camino. Un grazie caloroso a chi ci ospitato e che abbiamo trovato casualmente navigando.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia S.

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

Wer einen Ort sucht, um sich etwas Gutes zu tun ist hier genau richtig.

Die Hütte ist mit dem Auto nicht erreichbar. Dennoch würden wir jederzeit wiederkommen. Wir hatten wunderbare Tage in diesem Haus. Es ist ein Ort an dem die Seele Kraft tanken, und das Herz zur Ruhe kommen kann.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Posto tranquillo immerso nel verde

Ci siamo trovati benissimo. Colm è veramente una persona disponibile. Abbiamo potuto usufruire del orto. La casa è splendida semplice ma con tutto ciò di cui avevamo bisogno. Avevamo intenet. Il luogo è incantevole e ne è valsa la pena esserci stati. Grazie Colm per tutto!!!
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

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

Super Auszeit

Wie eine Zeitreise in die Kindheit zu den Urgroßeltern! Elementare Ausstattung, aber alles, was man braucht für's Wohlfühlen und Abschalten vom eigenen Alltag. Super netter Vermieter, man kann alles mitbenutzen inkl. Garten. Man fühlt sich wie losgelöst auf dieser kleinen Waldinsel. Die 300m Waldpfad, die man per Fuß zum Areal zurücklegen muss, sind für Wandergeübte auch kein Problem. Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt und unsere Auszeit sehr genossen!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline Andreetti S.

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

Soggiorno perfetto

Casa bellissima in mezzo al bosco , il proprietario Colm è molto cordiale e disponibile . Pace totale e relax ,ci voleva !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Erholung in fantastischer Landschaft

Mein Mann und ich haben die 14 Tage in der Nähe von Castiglione sehr genossen. Der Vermieter ist sehr entspannt und immer vor Ort auf dem Campingplatz beschäftigt. Wer die absolute Einsamkeit sucht, ist hier nicht richtig, da der Campingplatz gut besucht ist und man immer wieder in Kontakt kommt mit dem internationalen Publikum. Abends wird häufig musiziert, was wir aber nie als störend empfunden haben. Man kommt definitiv nicht mit dem Auto zum Haus, auch nicht mit Allradantrieb, sondern bringt sein Gepäck mit Schubkarren über einen abschüssigen Weg nach unten. Dadurch wird man aber auch nicht von Motorenlärm gestört. Die Landschaft ringsum ist grandios und die Wanderwege gut ausgewiesen.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

serena m.

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

Un paio di giorni di puro relax

Sono stata via da sola con Rudy, il mio Cucciolo di 9 mesi. Siamo stati immersi nel verde per 4 giorni. Ambiente rustico, ma non manca nulla. Se il giardino attorno alla casa fosse recintato sarebbe il top. Lo consiglio vivamente. Accoglienza top!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Matteo B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

posto incantevole

solo tre giorni ma molto piacevoli immersi nella natura
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casa Paladini =pace

Per chi cerca pace e tranquillità,casa Paladini è il luogo ideale. Ringrazio tantissimo Colm che ci ha ospitato e dato la possibilità di portare con noi i nostri cani. La passeggiata nel bosco è molto bella,la farina di castagne di Colm sembra miele...che dire grazie di cuore ❤
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enrico B.

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

Super Idyllisch - Vermieter echt freundlich

Wer mal richtig abspanen will und dabei einen sehr freundlichen und hilfsbereiten Vermieter zu schätzen weiß sollte sich ein gutes Buch und einen guten Wein einpacken und in einer großartigen Landschaft Colm besuchen!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paolo b.

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

Bellissima Baita

Bellissima Baita posta in un bosco di castagno nell'appennino toscano, Colm (il proprietario) molto cordiale e disponibile........ Consiglio a tutti quelli che vogliono trascorrere un periodo di tranquillità
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francesco R.

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

Grazie Colm"

Posto bellissimo e proprietario gentilissimo.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel g.

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

Very nice

Good location, very nice ambient, friendly owner
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aurora D.

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

Il mondo che vorrei

Abbiamo soggiornato da Colm, solamente una notte, con la possibilità di effettuare il check-in anticipatamente, avendone la possibilità. L’alloggio è stupendo, caldo, confortevole e nella sua semplicità, esattamente quello che cercavamo, pace per la mente e per il cuore. Il bosco intorno e il racconto di Colm, sulla loro produzione di farina di castagne, ha riempito il piccolo soggiorno di curiosità e benessere. Un posto stupendo, dove spero di poter tornare presto, con il giusto tempo da dedicargli. Grazie
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anna P.

Liked: Check-in

Un soggiorno alternativo

Bella casetta immersa nel verde e nell'originale WildCamp di Colm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHELA A.

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

Via dalla pazza folla

Cercavamo un posto per staccare e restare a contatto con la natura. Sicuramente lo abbiamo trovato. La casa è ben ristrutturata e confortevole. Colm è molto disponibile e simpatico...ci ha offerto anche le uova fresche delle sue galline! Esperienza molto positiva!
Verified

8/10 Good

ELISA C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un tuffo nel passato

La casa è stata ristrutturata in maniera impeccabile, offre tutto il necessario dei giorni di oggi ma rispetta le tradizioni di un tempo. Abbiamo trascorso 4 giorni immersi nella natura accompagnati dai suoi meravigliosi suoni, un posto ideale per liberarsi dei ritmi frenetici della vita cotidiana. Una maggiore pulizia renderebbe il tutto ancora più perfetto. Un saluto Elisa e Giulio
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marco S.

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

Natur pur

Mit Stöckelschuhen wird weder Mann noch Frau hier Glücklich, wer Wanderschuhe dabei hat und ein wenig Kondition kann dagegen ein abgelegenes Plätzchen vorfinden, das 5 Minuten Bergab von der Parkmöglichkeit liegt. Das Paladine Wild Camping liegt unmittelbar daneben, war bei unserem Besuch aber überhaupt nicht aufgefallen. Generell ist man hier in den Bergen, das sollte man wissen wenn man Ausflüge zu Fuß plant. Der Weg zur beschriebenen Mittelalterlichen Brücke ist fantastisch, zurück aber halt auch anstrengend. Wer nicht laufen will, kann auch mit dem Auto die Brücke erreichen, oder läuft das kurze Stück die andere Seite zum nächstgelegenen Ort und nimmt den Bus nach Chiozza ( Fahrplan vorher checken ), von dort geht es Bergab zum Domizil. Für Tagesausflüge nach Pisa / Lucca / ans Meer auch ein wunderbarer Ausgangsort, am Abend nach den Touristenüberlaufenen Orten hat man hier wunderbare Ruhe und macht sich eine Pizza im eigenen Holzofen, oder geht in die Pizzeria im Ort.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely Place

Although set in lovely woodland the property is not quite as private as Home Away website would lead you to expect as there is a campsite very close by (Wild Camping Paladini which you can check out on other websites). However while we stayed it was very peaceful and the cottage had everything you could need except a toaster. Could benefit from maybe a couple of bedside tables (easier to pop your coffee cup on when sitting up in bed and admiring the mountain view from bedroom window!) Bed comfortable as is settee in lounge. There is open fire and stove but as it was very hot during our stay we did not need. Should be cosy enough in cooler weather although the doors have a few holes and gaps and there are curtains to pull across them. Not suitable for kids or those with disability as stairs very steep and no banister. The path down to the cottage from parking area is steep in places and rough - it feels a long way in 30 deg plus heat especially with luggage. There are walks you can do from the cottage to Silico and Castiglione which we would recommend. Also the village of Chiozza above is nice and its a relatively short drive from there up to the Radici pass and San Pelegrino in Alp (great view across from the cafe) from where start various high level mountain walks. Worth the drive to Lago Santo (you can go via Chiozza and Radici pass) a beautiful lake from where you can wander through alpine pastures full of flowers before ascending Monte Giovo 1991m high (takes about 3 and a half hours). Supermarkets in Pieve Foscianna down the hill from Chiozza have everything you require including the gluten free goods which my wife requires. Overall a good location if you are physically fit.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mathias S.

Wir sind nicht geblieben - nicht was wir erwartet hatten

Die Ferienwohnung / das Haus war für uns leider nicht das richtige. Uns war zum einen nicht bewusst, dass man nicht mit dem Auto bis zum Haus fahren kann. Das ist in der deutschen Beschreibung, wahrscheinlich auch etwas der Übersetzung geschuldet, leider nicht ganz deutlich geworden. Für unseren Geschmack war das Haus auch etwas rustikaler und kleiner als wir es anhand der Fotos erwartet hatten. Mit 1,97 Körpergröße gab es mehr als eine Möglichkeit mir den Kopf zu stoßen. Die in der Anzeige verwendeten Fotos sind, wie in den eigentlich jeder Anzeige für Ferienwohnungen aufpoliert, ich kann aber nicht behaupten, dass sie etwas völlig falsches zeigen. Am meisten abgeschreckt hat uns eigentlich der lange "Trampelpfad" zum Haus. Ich habe, nachdem wir laut Navi vor Ort waren, das Haus nicht finden konnten und weder den Besitzer noch den Haushälter (Handy kaputt) erreichen konnten zweimal begonnen den eigentlich richtigen Weg zu gehen, habe aber jedesmal abgebrochen, weil ich mir nicht vorstellen konnte, dass da noch irgendwo ein Haus kommen könnte. Und allein die Vorstellung den Weg für jeden Ausflug, jeden Einkauf und vielleicht auch noch bei schlechtem Wetter gehen müssen hat ausgereicht um direkt ins Hotel zu gehen und dort nach einer neuen Unterkunft zu suchen. Auch sollte man drauf hinweisen, dass direkt hinter dem Haus eine Art Wild-Camping-Platz ist. Dies steht auch in der Anzeige, allerdings wusste ich nicht, dass dieser Platz einfach mit auf dem Grundstück ist. Wir hatten allerdings unseren Hund dabei und hätten somit diesen nicht unbeaufsichtigt laufen lassen können. Der Besitzer konnte unsere Entscheidung unseren Urlaub nicht in seinem Domizil verbringen zu wollen nicht nachvollziehen, war aber bemüht und hat es geschafft die Wohnung für drei Tage nochmal zu vermieten. Diese drei Tage wurden uns auch erstattet. Auf den restlichen Kosten sind wir sitzen geblieben, bereuen unsere Entscheidung aber nicht, da es uns definitiv den Urlaub komplett vermiest hätten wenn wir geblieben wären.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
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8/10 Good

Jill S.

Lovely setting, peaceful.

Good location but not recommended for the unfit due to fairly steep walk up/down from the cottage. Nice to sit and watch bats, owls at night. We were looking for peace and seclusion and this fitted the bill. We noticed them preparing the camp next for visitors and if we had come when a camp was there I think we would have been much less pleased.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

a beautiful tranquil place sensitively restored

great views liked the deer never saw the wild boar but they must have been everywhere to judge by the ground walks wonderful Colm friendly and helpful

About the host

Hosted by Colm Breathnach

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Colm and friends and family have been living in Garfagnana since 2001 and are still Irish (just about). Colm's four sons have grown up in the area and the family is well integrated into the fabric of local society.

Colm is a musician and has found peace and inspiration whilst restoring Paladini and the other stone houses in the area.

The picture shows Colm with Dasha - one of many international volunteers who came to help in the restoration of these buildings.

Why they chose this property

Colm & family have been restoring stone houses in the area since 2001: this is the jewel! We have managed to bring back three house in the area with the continuous help of international volunteers who have all had their imprint and ideas. This house is ideal for lovers of nature, wildlife, peace & tranquility, and particularly suitable for those who don't mind the 300-metre walk, or who don't mind feeding the wood-burning stove with wood during the winter.

Staying here is like going back in time.

What makes this property unique

We have done our best to retain the original features which make Paladini unique, including all the old chestnut wood, and exposed stone. But the uniqueness is in the location: far away from roads and cars, on an ancient medieval road the house feels a million miles away from the modern world, and yet Castiglione and Chiozza villages are just a short walk away.

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