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Magnificent 13th century apartment inside the historic walled city of Lucca

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A green double door with a metal decorative arch above it, a bicycle parked in front, and a number '49' sign on the wall.
A compact kitchen with a wooden table, hanging light bulbs, and a view of the outside through a window.
A spacious living area with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, a lamp, and a stool.
A room with a sofa and a chair, a patterned floor, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Piazza Napoleone
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Lucca, Toscana
  • Place, Walls of Lucca
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Napoleone
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Magnificent 13th century apartment inside the historic walled city of Lucca

Inside the walls of the medieval city of Lucca the apartment is the perfect location to explore Tuscany. The apartment is just a step away from the best gelato, pastries, pasta and all the delicious food that Italy is known for.

This stunning 13th century second floor apartment has been beautifully renovated and incorporates rich history alongside modern amenities.
Huge living area and kitchen. 4 bedrooms including 3 big bedrooms and 1 smaller tower room. 2 bathrooms with shower plus 1 bath.1 ante room with TV. Newly renovated with new appliances and equipment. We're an Australian family and we would love to welcome you to taste the beautiful Italian life and stay in our wonderful home.

The apartment is located inside the historic walled centre of Lucca, so no vehicles are allowed inside without government approval. Parking is plentiful just outside the walls a 5 to 10 minute walk.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
Time of arrival for checking in must be communicated the day before arrival. Check in is between 3pm and 7pm unless otherwise arranged in advance.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number IT046017C2AIXQ9SOT
Property # 8373125
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
This property accepts cash
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

About the area

Lucca

Located in Lucca Historical Center, a neighbourhood in Lucca, this apartment is in the mountains and by the sea. Leaning Tower and Torre delle Ore are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lucca Botanical Gardens and Puccini Museum. Pinocchio Park and Parco Avventura Sospeso nel Verde are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Map
Lucca, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Piazza San Michele - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Walls of Lucca - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piazza Napoleone - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Guinigi Tower - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Lucca Station - 12 min walk
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fuori di Piazza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Buca di Sant'Antonio - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Casali - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Da Ciacco - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Turandot Caffetteria - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnificent 13th century apartment inside the historic walled city of Lucca pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Magnificent 13th century apartment inside the historic walled city of Lucca?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Magnificent 13th century apartment inside the historic walled city of Lucca?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnificent 13th century apartment inside the historic walled city of Lucca?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magnificent 13th century apartment inside the historic walled city of Lucca located?

Located in Lucca Historical Center, this apartment building is steps away from Torre delle Ore, Piazza San Michele and Church of San Michele in Foro. Domus Romana and Walls of Lucca are just steps away. Lucca Station is 12 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen M.

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

Fantastic Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our New Year’s in Lucca! Beautifully appointed apartment, fantastic location and responsive welcoming management.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie B.

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

Fantastico!

Great location lovely property with some wonderful architectural features
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JOANNE O.

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

Beautiful but ob Busy Street

Beautiful VRBO. Definitely centrally located. Well maintained. Beautiful very high ceilings, did make it a little hard to heat up in winter. Centrally located, but be prepared since on corner very loud street noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Location location location

4 bedrooms for 2 adults…one to sleep in , one for my clothes, one for my wife’s clothes … perfect Beautiful apartment in the exact center of town . 10 out of 10! I would have given it an 11 if it had a clothes dryer
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

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

O.M.G. Best place ever.

This was an exquisite property located in the best place possible in Lucca - Via Fillungo, which is the main street. Don't be offput when you enter the door - it's a bit dark and foreboding, but once you climb the two floors to the apartment, it's a tottaly different story! Throw open the shutters and say hello to Lucca!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2022
Thanks Stephen, via Fillungo is a fantastic street right in the middle of the action. The apartment is a new renovation so everything is in great order. Lots of space and a great view of the town. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you return to Lucca.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

The heart of Lucca!

This property is the essence of Lucca. With a family of 8, we had plenty of space and were in the heart of Lucca. Although there is no parking located within the city, we found the walk to be quick and easy if you are not hauling large luggage. Clean, spacious room with historical value, made this a must-stay again place. Thank you to the host Laura for helping with many questions. Darren and Julie deserve a big thank you for offering this property. Ciao, Matt
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Location. Location. Location.

With this apartment, you're paying for the location, which is wonderful. The high ceilings and period details are magnificent. But the unit is a bit oversold (hot tub? nearby skiing?), and while very clean, it suffers from neglect; broken kitchen faucet, frosted shut freezer, stairwell lights out, etc... The lack of in-room clothes storage forces people to live out of their suitcases like a hostel (instead of a, uh, hotel). Lack of A/C palpable in summer. Host should respond to issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Location, location, location.

This apartment was amazing. I watched some of the footage of what the apartment was like when the owners bought it, so it made the remarkable restoration even more incredible. The place was spacious, airy, beautiful and incredibly convenient. The views out the windows of the exact center of Lucca are beautiful. We used the Kitchen to cook our dinner every night and the large table was a hit! The bathrooms were modern and comfortable, the bedrooms were large, comfortable and unique! We used every inch of the place, and we loved it. The stairs getting up to the apartment can be a lot if you're older or have mobility issues, but its central location cannot be beat. It does mean a bit of street noise on busy nights, but I didn't mind that - it added to the ambience of the central location and made me feel like I was indeed at the center of everything. We parked in the free parking lot north of the city and took the but directly from the parking lot to the stop a couple of block away, which worked well for us. Our check in was seamless and the property manager explained everything to us when we arrived. Thank you again for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lucy M.

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

Difficult beginning and end but wonderful in the middle

Three of the four of us are over 75 years old We would never have rented an apartment that meant we had to climb up or down 46 steps every time we came or went. We got this information as a footnote on the 7th page of information after we had already booked. The experience of arriving with no instructions about parking, dragging our luggage for a 15 minute walk, and then seeing two flights of stairs to climb and drag luggage got us off to a very bad start. The rest of our time in Luca was great fun. The apartment is very comfortable and it is an easy walk to get around. The end of the visit that required getting luggage back down the 2 flights and dragging through the cobbled streets again was not easy. It would be a wonderful addition to the plans if there was an arrangement that we could pay for help the first and last day
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2022
Hello Lucy, We're always happy to answer queries before you book our property. I would suggest that in future you might want to ask questions if you're unsure prior to booking accommodation. Also, once booked, if you read the information provided to you and are not satisfied, you are still able to cancel your booking if you so wish. I'm sorry this was an inconvenience, however it is your responsibility to determine whether or not it is suitable for your holiday, not mine. Your review is the only sub 4 star review we have ever received and unfortunately this was due to yourself not looking carefully enough before booking and has nothing to do with the standard of the accommodation.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Allan W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Let me know when the property is finished

Great location - on main thoroughfare and handy to everything. Property will be much better when it is fully finished and fitted out. No wardrobes in any of the four bedrooms. Two rooms had no electric lights, and two or three of the bedrooms only had bedside lamps. No microwave (not essential). Many of the multitude of power points aren't connected to anything. Lounge areas only had a sofa and no side tables. Ikea dining chairs quite uncomfortable. Both bathroom basins only provide a trickle of water (although showers are fine). We were there for four weeks, so some of the things that might be considered minor became irritating as the stay went on. Especially all of the pillows on the beds (need replacing). A work in progress, perhaps? The owners do not live in Italy, and perhaps need somone to keep a better eye on their investment.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Ideal Lucca location

First of all if you are considering Lucca - book it immediately. This tiny walled city and this apartment are now our favorite places in Italy. The apartment is so very cool. Located levels above the busy street full of people and commerce lays a well designed and super cool oasis. The beds are so comfy and the esthetic of the entire space is super cool. Easy to check in and out, amazing communication before and during the stay. If six stars were an option we would happily award higher marks. Can’t stress enough how the is a must book location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen M.

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

Lucky in Lucca

We had an amazing time staying here in Lucca! The apt was clean, spacious, and a great location!! A bit noisy at night so bring earplugs. Other than that, perfect! There were 7 of us and we had plenty of room to be together. We loved that we could walk to everything in Lucca and there is so much to enjoy there!! We did not need a car to enjoy our visit. The train is in walking distance which makes day trip easy. I would stay there again and would recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elettra B.

Spettacolo puro

Sono 18 anni che mi reco a Lucca per il periodo del comics, e questa è la casa più fantastica che abbia mai affittato. E' enorme, moderna, pulita! I proprietari sono gentilissimi, e Laura, il contatto in zona, è disponibile e simpatica. Siamo rimasti piacevolmente sorpresi dalla grandezza della cucina, da tutto ciò che abbiamo trovato in loco (cibo, condimenti, kit bagno...persino le medicine!) e dal comfort della posizione centralissima. Ok, mancano i bidet, ma si può sopravvivere a ciò. ^^ Non fatevi scappare questo bellissimo appartamento!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

Very spacious apartment in a great location.

The apartment is stunning, full of charm and modern convenience. It was very spacious and perfect for the 8 of us. We all loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tania O.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Darren and Julie

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We are an Australian family who fell in love with Lucca. We stayed for 3 months and put our 3 kids into the local school and decided to buy a property in this beautiful part of Tuscany. Our children aged between 6 and 10 at the time loved the freedom of Lucca, being able to walk the streets or ride their bikes in the town or on the wall that surrounds the historical centre of town. Traffic within the walls of Lucca is very restricted and pedestrians and cyclists make up the bulk of traffic. Whilst our children were at school we forged some lasting friendships which draw us back to Lucca every year. For a family destination in this beautiful part of the world you will find nowhere better. Just an hour by train to Florence and all it has to offer and just a half hour bus trip from Pisa airport make Lucca easily accessible.

Why they chose this property

The apartment is right in the heart of the Historical centre of Lucca, within the walls and on the main street of Via Fillungo. Restaurants abound with a few hundred metres of the apartment and walking the streets is a sheer pleasure. the building itself, Casa Barletti Baroni is a local landmark and is steeped in history. So if you're a history buff or just love the unique experience of staying in a historical building look no further.

What makes this property unique

This 13th century building is directly opposite the "Torre del Ore" which is one of the last remaining towers in Lucca. The building itself is a sister tower to that tower and it is a historical landmark itself within Lucca. As you walk down via Fillungo you are drawn to the beautiful old glass windows of our building and many a photo has been taken of the beautiful façade. So if you're looking for a family getaway or just a getaway for yourself and friends then look no further.

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English, Italian
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