Be Enchanted

Be Enchanted: Tuscany

The thoughtful restoration of two farmhouses brought this beautiful villa to life. Encircled by forests, olive groves, flowerbeds, and manicured hedges, it’s the picture of a Tuscan countryside home. From the bedrooms to the poolside loungers, the lush, green views will follow.

Stepping inside, you’ll find a charming interior that’s perfectly set up for family getaways. It’s welcoming and homely, with distinctly Tuscan touches that set the tone for a special stay. But we imagine you’ll be spending most of your time in the garden. Let the blissful hours roll by while you sip coffee beneath the fairytale-like pergola, take long swims in the pool, get lost in a good book, and explore the gorgeous gardens.

By night, the green and blue landscape comes alight with gold, the warm-toned solar lights casting a regal glow across the home. Prepare zingy salads in the farmhouse-style kitchen and get the barbecue going for a grilled feast, before tucking in alfresco beneath the sloping canopy.

When it’s time to explore, the historic town of Lucca is just 5 miles away. Walk along the famous walls, take a bike ride through its hills, explore the many piazzas, and pop into elegant galleries.

Home truths:
*There's free, covered parking for up to 10 cars – guests drive down 450 metres of dirt road to reach the villa
*Hiring a car is essential to getting the most out of your stay
*There are seven steps leading up to the front door
*There's a dedicated study if you'd like to catch up on some work during your stay
*There are books, a PS3, and table tennis here
*This home is spread across the floors – all bedrooms are on the first and second floors
*The swimming pool is open from the last Saturday of April to the first Saturday of October
*The nearest supermarket is 2.5 miles away
*The nearest train station is in Lucca – it's 5 miles away
*If you're travelling by plane, Pisa Airport is 25 miles away