LA MANDOLATA 12

Toscana - Lucca - CAPANNORI

Description:

PRIVATE STRUCTURE Located within the park of Villa Torrigiani stands La Mandolata, an elegant farmhouse typical of the hills of Lucca, surrounded by a large garden bordered by multicoloured essences and with views hard to find for those who love the Renaissance period. The house, once a farm shed of Villa Torrigiani, has undergone skilful renovation and is the ideal place for relaxing in complete tranquillity and exploring one of the most beautiful places in Tuscany and the area of Lucca. Within its exposed-stone casing, alternating with plastered areas and with the typical windows of the former barn covered by the mandolata (typical terracotta lattice wall), coexist materials of Tuscan tradition such as ceilings with wooden beams and terracotta tiles, pietra serena and terracotta floors, and furnished with high-quality pieces and handmade wooden furniture. The air-conditioned bedrooms, all with ensuite or adjacent bathroom, the large, well-equipped kitchen, the warm and cosy living room, all make the dream of a perfect holiday come true. Outside, guests will be cheered by the beautiful garden that surrounds the house, embellished with elegant relaxation areas in a panoramic and quiet position, and by the splendid swimming pool with adjacent tennis court and an area dedicated to five-a-side football. The strategic location of the villa is ideal for those wishing to visit the wonders that Tuscany has to offer, with the proximity to Lucca and the motorway allowing you to easily and quickly reach historical towns and cities such as Florence, Pisa, Montecatini Terme, Montecarlo di Lucca, Collodi (the town of Pinocchio) and the nearby golden beaches of Versilia with elegant Forte dei Marmi. Near the property are numerous historic villas including nearby Villa Torrigiani which can still be visited today together with its wonderful garden, renowned for being one of the most beautiful gardens in Italy. For wellness fans, just 45 minutes away is Grotta Giusti with its cave baths or Montecatini Terme renowned for its healing waters.

LA MANDOLATA 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 house has two floors connected by two internal staircases, one located in the dining room and the other near the main sitting room. The main entrance leads into the large dining room which leads, on the right, to a small tea room. Continuing on, you come to the elegant main sitting room with the adjacent non-equipped kitchen and access to the external portico containing the outdoor dining and living area. To the left of the entrance is the large fully-equipped kitchen. Also on this floor is the guest bathroom with a large cupboard containing the washing machine. The staircase from the dining room leads up to the elegant lounge with comfortable seats, completed by a smart TV. On the right is a double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with shower while on the left are a double bedroom and a twin bedroom sharing a bathroom with tub. The stairs located near the main sitting room lead up to the second sleeping area with two double bedrooms with ensuite bathroom with shower and a twin bedroom with adjacent bathroom with shower.

Park:

The house is surrounded by a well-maintained lush park that extends over level terrain composed of a fully-equipped swimming pool, a synthetic grass tennis court and a small corner dedicated to five-a-side football. The park, mainly lawn, is an explosion of the colours of Mediterranean vegetation that blends with the surrounding countryside and is dotted with typical Tuscan trees such as cypresses, laurels, jasmine and bushes of herbs. The portico outside the French windows of the living area is organised as an outdoor dining and living area. N.B. Please note that photo shoots are usually carried out in spring, therefore the colours and blooms of the gardens, lawns and parks may be different when you enter the villa. 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:

For guests seeking refreshment and relaxation, set in the park is the swimming pool, just a short distance from the house and facing a unique panorama. Rectangular and measuring 5 x 8 m with a depth of 1.40 m, the pool is lined in sand-coloured PVC with the edge in Impruneta terracotta and has internal lighting, salt purification and Roman steps for access to the water. The lawn sunbathing area is equipped with comfortable sunbeds and a pergola for shade. The pool is open from the last Saturday in April until the first Saturday in October.

Tennis-court:

La Mandolata provides you with the synthetic tennis court, it is 50 meters from the property and is for your exclusive use. There are 4 tennis rackets available to guests.

Pets: Yes, small and medium size. € 70.00 per animal per week or part of week
Handicap: Not certified
Fenced-in property: No
Amenities and Features
  • Air conditioning in the bedrooms
  • smart TV
  • Bluetooth speakers
  • wi-fi internet connection
  • dishwasher
  • toaster
  • electric kettle
  • moka
  • Espresso coffee machine
  • American coffee machine
  • mixer
  • microwave oven
  • citrus press
  • hairdryer
  • washing machine
  • iron and ironing board
  • baby cot
  • high chair
  • board games
  • mobile barbecue
  • ping pong
TO DO

Location and distances


The property is 12 kilometres from the beautiful city of Lucca which has much to offer tourists: the city can be easily visited on foot or by bike, due both to its small size and to the extensive pedestrian area in the centre. There are many places to visit and, in particular, the walls, the ideal place for strolling in all seasons, Piazza Anfiteatro famous for its elliptical shape, and Torre Guinigi crowned by an ancient holm oak. Near the property are splendid villas including Villa Reale, Villa Torrigiani, Villa Mansi. In the surrounding area are many places of artistic and naturalistic importance like the Garfagnana, the Plain of Lucca and the Serchio Valley. For those who wish to combine the beauty of the landscape with pleasant days at the seaside, the Versilia coast, with its renowned resorts like Viareggio, Forte dei Marmi, Marina di Pietrasanta, is only a few kilometres away. The house can also be a good starting point for visiting the famous Cinque Terre while, thanks to the nearby motorway entrance of Capannori, you can quickly reach major cities such as Florence or other cultural cities like Pisa, Siena , Vinci (the birthplace of Leonardo) and San Gimignano.

Airport: Pisa 48 km, Firenze 93 km, Bologna 230 km, Roma 440 km, Milano 310 km.
Train station: Capannori - Tassignano 9 km
Highways: Capannori Highway Entrance (A11) 12 km
Shops and services: Local shop 600 mt, Supermarket 1 km
Beaches: Viareggio 41 km, Marina di Vecchiano 37 km, Forte dei Marmi 48 km, Cinque Terre 95 km
Parking: Inside the property uncovered
Access roads: Unpaved road 300 m
Attractions within 100 km: Lucca centro 10 km, Pisa 48 km, Firenze 95 km, Forte dei Marmi 45 km, Le Cinque Terre 95 km, Montecatini Terme 38 km, Certaldo 78 km, San Miniato 58 km, Greve in Chianti 110 km, San Gimignano 88 km.
Altitude: 60 slm

Reviews

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Rating based on received reviews

Average rating

10
Overall rating
10
General cleanliness
10
Quality of pool and park cleanliness
10
Quality of furnishing and amenities

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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