VILLA GABRI 8+2

Toscana - Lucca - MONTECARLO

Description:

PRIVATE STRUCTURE (lease only - CIR CODE: 046021LTN0002). Villa Gabri is set on the rolling hills of Montecarlo that descend towards the Val di Nievole, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves that form a unique and unforgettable harmony with the holiday you will be spending in this area, dedicated to relaxation and the unique fragrances of this land. The villa was an old rural farmhouse that has been transformed by skilful restoration into a prestigious and elegant residence, using the classic materials of Tuscan tradition such as pietra serena (sandstone) from Cardoso, marble from Carrara and the walls treated with wax in vogue in the stately homes of Lucca, creating a unique mix that reaches the peak of elegance inside this villa. Villa Gabri is located 3 km from the medieval borgo of Montecarlo, a little gem set between Lucchesia and the Val di Nievole. Montecarlo is a borgo perched on the summit of a pleasant Tuscan hill which dominates the vineyard-covered slopes which produce one of the most renowned red wines of Tuscany which you can taste in the countless wineries that line the famous wine route. The villa, whit air conditioned in the bedrooms, has three floors with a large living area on the ground floor as well as a bright, well-equipped kitchen including a dining area and two guest bathrooms, one next to the kitchen with a washing machine and one near the main entrance with access from the outside as well so that it can also be used by those in the pool. A large, elegant staircase leads up to the first floor with the sleeping area composed of four elegant bedrooms with ensuite bathroom. Continuing up the staircase to the second floor you come to an open-plan area set up as a double bedroom with ensuite bathroom. In adddition to the villa is a level garden surrounded by a green lawn where you can stroll around while enjoying the typical scents of officinal plants, olive trees, flowers and the lemon trees typical of the city of Lucca. In the large area in front of the main entrance to the villa are two living areas shaded by two large umbrellas, one dedicated to the outdoor dining area and the other to an outdoor sitting area. Continuing through the garden you come to the pearl of the property, the enchanting pool with blue mosaic, typical of Roman baths, with a large solarium in teak where you can relax under the shade of umbrellas while sipping a good glass of red wine from the area. From this unique location, a short drive will take you to the renowned Spas of Montecatini Terme and Monsummano Terme with its famous Grotta Giusti; no less important is the proximity to the A11 motorway exit of Altopascio which will take you to Lucca, Pisa, Forte dei Marmi and Florence as well as to all the other famous tourist destinations in Tuscany. For sports cyclists, the property is located on the road of the Biogiro, a route that touches the most important towns in the province of Lucca and which has been designed by a world-famous Italian cyclist. With the proximity to the town of Collodi, famous for the puppet, Pinocchio, you can take the kids to spend a fun-filled day in the theme park, experiencing and reliving the tale of Pinocchio. NB: The owners live in the two side wings of the villa, however the garden and the pool are for the exclusive use of the guests. It is specified that the owners reside in the two lateral blocks near the central body of the villa and are very discreet and will respect your privacy, but will be at your disposal in case of need.

VILLA GABRI HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO A CHECK-UP BY A TECHNICAL RESPONSIBLE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SEASON, TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY OF THE DESCRIPTION, ACCESSORIES LISTED ON THIS PAGE AND THEIR PRESENT STATE OF OPERATION/MAINTENANCE, TO GUARANTEE QUALITY, CLEANLINESS AND COMFORTS TO ALL CLIENTS WHO WILL STAY HERE.

Interior:

The villa has three floors, with access to the ground floor from different spots. The main entrance is near the exterior living area at the front of the villa and leads into the living area composed of a large living room, with TV corner with sofas and ornamental fireplace and a table for games or study, a large, bright kitchen which includes the dining area, a guest bathroom with washing machine next to the kitchen and a guest bathroom beside the entrance door that can be used by those using the pool. From the living room a large marble staircase goes up to the first floor with the sleeping area composed of four double bedrooms. All four rooms have ensuite bathrooms, two with shower and two with shower and whirlpool tub. Continuing up to the second floor, you come to an open-plan area set up as a double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with shower.

Park:

Villa Gabri is surrounded by a level, 5000 sq m lawn. Completely fenced and bordered with hedges, it is embellished by multi-coloured fragrant flowers, bushes of herbs, antique terracotta pots with lemon trees and many olive trees, typical of the area. For the kids, there is a ping-pong table near the pool as well as the large lawn which is ideal for outdoor games. Next to the entrance, facing out to the garden, is the dining area with table under the shade of a large umbrella where you can have relaxing breakfasts and lunches, surrounded by the scents of the surrounding vineyards. Next to the dining area is the outdoor living area with mobile BBQ so that you can organise barbecues in good company, in total tranquillity. Please notice that photos are taken in spring, therefore flower blossoming, and the colours of the gardens' grass could be different at the moment of your arrival at the villa.

Swimming Pool:

The rectangular pool is located at the front of the villa which is 25 m away and reached across the courtyard in front of the main entrance. It measures 7 x 13 m with the depth varying from 1 to 2.40 m and is lined in blue mosaic, typical of Roman baths, with three hydromassage jets, internal lighting and two Roman steps for access to the water. At the guests' disposal, in the teak wood sunbathing area, are comfortable sunbeds shaded by three umbrellas and a hot-water shower and is open from the last Saturday in April to the first Saturday in October.

Pets: On request, only small size.
Handicap: Not certified
Fenced-in property: Yes
Amenities and Features
  • Air conditioning in the bedrooms
  • smart TV
  • Bluetooth speakers
  • fast wi-fi internet connection
  • dishwasher
  • ice maker
  • toaster
  • electric kettle
  • moka
  • American coffee machine
  • espresso machine
  • mixer
  • microwave oven
  • electric citrus press
  • hairdryer in every bathroom
  • washing machine
  • iron and ironing board
  • baby cot
  • high chair
  • books and language magazines
  • board games
  • gas mobile barbecue
  • ping-pong table.
TO DO

Location and distances


The property is located in a green area just outside the medieval borgo of Montecarlo, renowned for its vineyards and its olive trees, in a border area between the provinces of Pistoia and Lucca. It is also close to the famous protected wildlife reserve of Padule di Fucecchio, an extensive network of trails in a large marshy area, characterised by hydrogeological and landscape resources of particular interest and by a great wealth of native flora and fauna, https:/ /www.facebook.com/paduledifucecchio/. The villa stands between the comuni of Montecatini Terme and Lucca, between the eastern end of the Plain of Lucca and the Plain of the Val di Nievole. Lucca, with its city walls, has been known since Roman times and Montecatini Terme has been known since olden days for its famous thermal baths, both popular tourist spots, animated by people strolling among the beautiful shops that characterise their town centres. Not far from the property, are places like Pescia (the city of flowers), Collodi (the town of Pinocchio), Massa and Cozzile (medieval borghi), Monsummano Terme (with the thermal baths in a cave), which render the area interesting and fascinating. Thanks to the Altopascio railway station or easy access to the motorway, via the Altopascio exit, you can quickly reach important cities such as Pisa or other cultural cities such as Lucca, Florence, Siena, Vinci (the birthplace of Leonardo) and San Gimignano, as well as the popular beaches of Versilia and Forte dei Marmi with their magical nightlife, and the marble quarries of Carrara and Pietrasanta,

Airport: Pisa 40 km, Firenze 54 km, Roma 335 km, Milano 290 km, Genova 175 km, Bologna 140 km.
Train station: Altopascio 5 km.
Highways: A 11 exit Altopascio 5 km.
Shops and services: Restaurant 1 km, Minimarket 1 km, Bar 1 km.
Beaches: Tyrrhenian Sea Viareggio 45 km.
Parking: Parking inside the property uncovered for 5 cars.
Access roads: Paved up to the gate.
Attractions within 100 km: Lucca 16 km, Pisa 39 km, Firenze 62 km, Volterra 73 km, San Gimignano 65 km, Vinci 30 km, Montecatini Terme 14 km, Forte dei Marmi 52 km, Le Cinque Terre 106 km.
Altitude: 58 slm

Reviews

9.5 / 10

Rating based on received reviews

Average rating

9.5
Overall rating
9.6
General cleanliness
9.8
Quality of pool and park cleanliness
8.9
Quality of furnishing and amenities

Reviews

by Reto Dorn
Switzerland 10/20/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Ja, vor allem der Aussenbereich und die Schlafzimmer/Bäder waren super.
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
8/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Schöne Objekte
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
Webseite und Konversation auf deutsch.
by Anonimo
8/8/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
8/10
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
8/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
8/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
by Sinead Dunne
Ireland 6/29/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
The property is excellent. Very spacious, spotlessly clean and extremely well equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
I think the villa offers very good value for money based on the high quality.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
10/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Location. Size. Swimming pool. A/C
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
None. Communication was efficient and we felt well informed
by Wolfgang Hoppe
Germany 5/26/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Das Objekt hat unsere Erwartungen voll erfüllt
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Der Check in/out war unkompliziert. Die Betreuung durch den Eigentümer war ausgezeichnet.
by Anonimo
9/7/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes, absolutely! We are satisfied. The Owner-Family was wonderful!
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
It was expensive, but the quality was high
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
EXCELLENT!
by Pia Baltrigo
Italy 8/29/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Si
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
8/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
OK
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Perfetto
by Marjorie Campbell
United Kingdom 8/13/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
The villa met all of our expectations and more.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
None
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
10/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Previously book in the past. Good communications.
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
None
by Anonimo
7/26/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes, the property was beyond our expectations.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
We do not have experience with other houses, as this is your first time, but divided by two families the price seemed reasonable.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
Not much to improve.
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Customer service was excellent. Valentina and her family's support was great.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
A bathroom for each bedroom was an important factor in addition to all the facilities and the house itself.
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
Not much to improve.
by Anonimo
7/9/2022
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Found it on internet
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
Emma Villas services, website, reservation, payment etc. were all good. I have already recommended your services
by Donna Rode
United States 6/25/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Ok
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
10/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Recommended
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
N/A
by Anonimo
6/21/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
8/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
9/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
They had the better properties
by Herman van Tellingen
Netherlands 5/5/2022
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
The property matched all our expectations. It was even better than on the pictures on the site.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
On a scale from 1 - 10 we would rate it "9".
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
No less than a "10". As well the concierge Emma villas as the family who own the property where awsome. Friendly, always availble and very kind.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
The web-site and the pictures. We would have a home with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms or more. The site gives us all what we want and the pictures where very convincing.
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
None
by Anonimo
10/8/2021
What do you think of the quality of the property?
8/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
yes
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
7/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
by Alessandro D'Andrea
Italy 8/30/2021
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
sì: camere ampie e ben arredate, bagni puliti e funzionali. Cucina completa e piscina moderna e molto bella.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
by Valeria Carella
Sweden 8/10/2021
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Si
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Ottimo
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Ottimo
by Leon Vergnes
Netherlands 7/30/2021
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Completely matched expectations
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Price in line with value
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Professional reliable organisation with a lot of villa’s in their portfolio
by Eric Grocott
United Kingdom 8/3/2020
How do you rate the quality of our structure?
10/10
Did the property meet your expectations?
Yes
How do you rate the quality of the amenities and the furnishing?
10/10
How do you rate the cleanliness of park and pool?
10/10
How do you rate the general cleanliness of the structure?
10/10
How do you rate the value for money of the property?
Excellent
Would you rent this villa again / recommend it to friends?
Yes
What are the aspects of the property that you appreciated the most?
The pool, the owners, the view
What is the overall rating of your holiday?
10/10
How do you rate the customer service (check-in and check-out included)?
Excellent
by marco schiavon
Italy 6/29/2020
How do you rate the quality of our structure?
9/10
Did the property meet your expectations?
Si
How do you rate the quality of the amenities and the furnishing?
9/10
How do you rate the cleanliness of park and pool?
10/10
How do you rate the general cleanliness of the structure?
10/10
How do you rate the value for money of the property?
Ottimo
Would you rent this villa again / recommend it to friends?
Si
What are the aspects of the property that you appreciated the most?
Il bellissimo giardino e piscina I proprietari gentilissimi e molto discreti La zona molto tranquilla I bagni numerosi Gli spazi molto ampi sia all’interno che all’esterno La cucina molto spaziosa e ben attrezzata
What is the overall rating of your holiday?
9/10
How do you rate the customer service (check-in and check-out included)?
Ottimo
I give my permission to publish my feedback on your website.
Si

Minimum Stays

Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
2/27/2024 - 6/29/2024 4 Nights Everyday
6/29/2024 - 8/31/2024 5 Nights Everyday
8/31/2024 - 1/4/2025 4 Nights Everyday
Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/4/2025 - 6/28/2025 4 Nights Everyday
6/28/2025 - 8/30/2025 7 Nights Only Sat
8/30/2025 - 1/3/2026 4 Nights Everyday

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The price does not include:

  • Electricity (beyond a maximum consumption of 80 kWh per day in low season, May and mid-season; beyond 91,45 kWh per day in high and peak season at a cost of Euro 0.39 per kWh), extra cleaning in case of animals (€ 50,00 per week or part of week/animal),€ 70,00 per week for waste disposal service which will be carried out by the villa staff

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With Emma Villas, you now have the possibility to protect your holiday thanks to a wide choice of insurance coverages and guarantees.

STAY CANCELLATION INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Included in the price)
The final price of the reservation includes the Insurance Policy for Cancellation of Stay. You can cancel and be reimbursed in the event of:
  • objectively and unambiguously documentable motivations of health or work and not foreseeable at the time of booking
  • Covid-19 infections (new)
  • a terrorist attack that has struck the place of stay (new)

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STAY CANCELLATION GUARANTEE DUE TO LOCKDOWN - by Emma Villas (Included in the price) The final price of the reservation includes also the special coverage, guaranteed by Emma Villas, in the event that you are forced to cancel your stay in the 30 days prior to the scheduled check-in date, due to the occurrence of at least one of the following Covid-19 epidemic containment measures officially imposed by the competent authorities:
  • national lockdown in Italy;
  • local lockdown in Italy regarding the area in which the booked villa is located ("red" area or impossible to reach due to official restrictions on free circulation);
  • national lockdown in your country of residence;
  • Italian local lockdown in the Client's Municipality or area of residence..

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HEALTH ASSISTANCE INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) +1,5% of the rental price Not only cancellation policies, but also protection during your stay. You can choose to purchase this policy in the event you should, for the duration of your stay, want coverage for:
  • Healthcare with Operations Centre 24/7;
  • Vehicle Assistance to and from the place of stay and for the entire duration of your holiday; (zona "rossa" o impossibile da raggiungere a causa di restrizioni ufficiali alla libera circolazione);
  • Healthcare for family members left at home;
  • Reimbursement of medical expenses;
  • Repeat Trip Guarantee that reimburses the unused portion without deductible in the case of medical return home or early return home.

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COVID-19 EXTRA POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) 40€ each reservation To protect against any risks caused by the Covid-19 emergency, you can purchase the Covid-19 Extra Policy which protects you in the event that you or one of your travel companions are forced to extend your stay or are unable to complete it. In the event of consequences related to the pandemic that occur during your stay, if you sign up to this policy, you can request the following services:
  • Return home;
  • Advance for expenses for basic necessities;
  • Guarantee for extra medical expenses;
  • Extended stay guarantee;
  • Hospitalisation allowance;
  • Travel fee reimbursement.

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And to protect you in the case of damage caused to the property?

ZER0DEP COVER - by EuropAssistance (Mandatory) 49€ each reservation The new "Zer0Dep" guarantee protects you and allows you to have a tranquil holiday. Zer0Dep stands for "Zero deposit"; it is an insurance coverage developed in partnership with EuropAssistance which replaces the security deposit and which is therefore mandatory. The benefits of this guarantee are: you do not pay the security deposit on arrival: neither in cash nor by immobilising a substantial amount on your credit card limit;
  • you are protected in the case of eventual damage to the property caused accidentally during your stay (up to the maximum limit of 1500 euro);
  • you avoid any dispute on the responsibility of the damage and its quantification during check-out;
  • you can enjoy your villa holiday in greater tranquillity.

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"EMMA", OUR NEW APP FOR SMART SERVICE Furthermore, from spring 2021, all our properties will be supported by Emma, a multifunctional Web-App, developed in partnership with Vikey s.r.l., that will allow you to implement:
  • online check-in (entering the required details that you did not enter when booking);
  • payment of tourist tax (where due) and eventual flat-rate payments requested (eg electricity, heating, extra cleaning for animals, etc.);
  • the purchase of additional services, hospitality (extra cleaning, in-house chef, first grocery shopping, etc.) and experiences (food and wine tours, guided tours, etc.)


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