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16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant

Villa in Villa Collemandina with private pool and kitchen

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In the picturesque Tuscan region of Garfagnana, Villa Massa offers an authentic 16th-century experience. This beautifully restored villa features a private swimming pool, a covered terrace and small garden surrounded by traditional stone architecture. With Wi-Fi available throughout the house, guests can stay connected while enjoying this tranquil retreat.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 82153 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant

The ancient 16th-century stone Villa Massa stands in panoramic position in the beautiful Tuscan region of Garfagnana, between Lucca and Versilia. It features a private swimming pool, stunning covered terrace and small garden. Free Wi-fi is available in the house.

Set over 3 floors the villa has 3 bedrooms but can accommodate up to 8 people. There are 3 1/2 bathrooms, 2 lounges and a large kitchen.

The villa has been finely renovated respecting its original style and using traditional materials, such as terracotta tiles, stone and wood. It is furnished in period style and with great attention and care to details.

Standing in Massa Sassoroso (850 m above sea level), a typical village of Garfagnana on the side of the Pania di Corfino and close to the Parco Naturale dell`Orecchiella (Orecchiella Natural Park), the villa is the ideal destination for relaxing holidays and at the same time an excellent starting point for visiting cities of art such as Pisa, Lucca and Florence or for spending a day at the sea (56 kilometres away), on the fashionable Versilia Riviera.

The nearest restaurant to the villa is just under 3KM away and there is a little shop/bar with good coffee in the village. It is the heritage village of the famous Argentinian tango composer Astor Piazzoli. There are many restaurants within a 10 minute drive and a well stocked mini market shop 3KM away.

The villa features a private swimming pool (7.5 x 5.5 m), and a large furnished balcony covered with an arched loggia. The pool opens on May 1, but can be opened earlier by request to the owner. Please ask.

Garfagnana: Garfagnana is 'Hidden Tuscany' at its best. With its stunning scenery it is the best area in Tuscany for walking and outdoor activities. We have close ties with an Outdoor Activities company who offer many international class adventures.

Castelnuovo, the nearby market town, has many restaurants, cafes, bars, supermarkets and all other types of shops. There is a tourist information office and a weekly market selling a wide variety of fashion, household goods, flowers, fruit and vegetables.

Mountain biking, hill walking and horse riding are all available locally.

There is an excellent pre-arrival shopping service and cooked meal service which we can help you access.

Additional rules;

Damages deposit €300
Final cleaning €150 euro
Gas propane liquid (for heating, hot water and cooking): during MID and LOW SEASON at consumption (4 €/mc).
During HIGH SEASON included in the price.
Tourist tax ( 1 euro/night/person until 5 days for people from 14 years old)
Pet fee €50 per dog
Free parking in front of the bar. The square in front of the house belongs to a neighbour. To use this space the first car it is free, the second costs €30 per week.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

A tourist tax of €1 per person per day is also due to the owner on arrival (max 5 days chargeable & under 14s not included).
The owner will ask for a €300 returnable damages deposit and €120 cleaning fee.
Gas propane liquid (for heating, hot water and cooking): (4 €/mc), during High season included in the price. 1 dog free, more than one €50/dog

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Owner must be informed - €50 per dog

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT046035B5AD5MM3FN

We should mention

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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Villa Collemandina, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Pontecosi Lake - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Ariostesca Castle - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Duomo - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Archaeological Museum - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Orecchiella Park - 14 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Villetta San Romano Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Il Pozzo - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Davy‘s Cafe Pizza - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Cantina Bravi - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Panigacceria Lo Scalone - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Casone di Profecchia - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is within 9 miles (15 km) of Pontecosi Lake, Ariostesca Castle and Duomo. Archaeological Museum and Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

16th-century Tuscan villa with swimming pool, fabulous views, walk to restaurant Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catrin R., Oregon

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

Wonderful time

We had multiple changes (due to unforeseen circumstances) in terms of dates and people who stayed at the house and Guilia, the manager was extremely helpful and accommodating. The house is just like the pictures. Amazingly beautiful and located in a spectacular setting. Close to many cool things to do. The lack of parking on site may be an issue for others (it wasn't for us). Other than that, simply perfect!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

pauline h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We hebben een heerlijke vakantie gehad in dit ongelofelijk sfeervolle huis met fantastisch uitzicht! We hebben een aantal dorpjes in de omgeving bezocht. De eigenaresse was heel vriendelijk en ze heeft een paar praktische problemen direct opgelost. We hebben helaas geen restaurants op loopafstand gevonden. In het dorp was wel een kleine bar waar je 's ochtends een kop koffie kon drinken en brood kon halen. De zippline bij het Vaglimeer was dicht / bestond niet meer. Dat was jammer. Al met al hebben we een heerlijke week gehad in een sprookjesachtige omgeving.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Danny S.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Prachtig huis, wel wat afgelegen

Prachtig en ruim huis, met schitterende veranda’s en uitzichten. Huis is voorzien van alle faciliteiten incl. ruim privé zwembad. Het ligt wel enigzins afgelegen en parkeren is wel een dingetje. In en uitladen kan bij het huis, maar oermanent parkeren niet. Stijl is heel smaakvol en charmant, maar wat onderhoud kan geen kwaad.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

AM T.

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

Sasso Rosso

We hebben een heerlijk vakantie gehad in een heerlijk huis
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Berend S.

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

Very good, recommended for a relaxing stay.

A beautiful house with excellent swimming pool. We enjoyed our stay very much. In the village The village there is only a small bar and shop with limited number of products (e.g. bread, water). There is no restaurant in the village.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

L M.

Lovely atmospheric house with breathtaking views

The house is large, clean and nicely furnished with traditional Italian furniture. The views from the balcony are breathtaking. We ate at the local restaurant and the little bar shop in the village most nights. The pool is nice and was fine for us to play and cool off in. The area is amazing, different from other parts of Tuscany as there's not millions of tourists. We felt we had a real authentic experience staying here. We hope to return in the not too far future.

10/10 Excellent

Earle G., Liverpool, UK

Rural Tuscan Villa

Excellent get away from it all location, beautiful villa, well equipped, pool to keep the kids entertained, we only had 2 days out during the week, we’ve never relaxed so much, Despite some reports we found the beds very comfortable. The owner, Guilia was very accommodating and helpful. An information booklet about the house would be helpful. Overall excellent holiday, one of the best we’ve had
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kara S.

Beautiful house in a beautiful location

Guilia was very helpful in providing local information. The property was great for a family of 4 adults & a baby without feeling like you’re living on top of each other due it’s size & layout. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Frederik R.

Wonderful house, wonderful view!

This house is absolutely fantastic. You will experience instant stress relief when you enter it. There is plenty of space and the pool is fine. Some of the beds are quite lumpy and do not offer a good sleep. And the "garden" is mostly soil. But we can highly recommend this place. We enjoyed a very nice week here.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

A beautiful location; very quiet and inviting; a great place for family and friends

The property was very well maintained, quiet and perfect for our family getaway. Garfagnana is a quiet location, but close enough to get to shops and tourist destinations. Our new friend, Giulia, made everything quite easy. She was a delight. This home takes you back in time, but has all the modern comforts that you'll need for a fun and memorable stay. We cannot wait for our next trip back to Italy, and hope we can make it back again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G.

The property, villa and village were all wonderful!

The owners were helpful and responsive to our questions and needs. Parking was a problem due to the size of our vehicle (9 passenger van) we had an 85 year old woman who could not walk up the hill to the van. A smaller vehicle could drive the narrow streets to get to the villa. The outdoor spaces were beautiful 2 large porches and the pool were where we spent most of our time. I highly recommend this Villa.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Michael R.

Nice view, quiet, lovely house and interior,

We enjoed a lot and the house was really nice. Be aware that when you want to do something you need your car. The pool was not yet open and covered by an ugly foil and covered with green water. The garden is seperated from the house by a small street. The double bed was steel and did squeek at ny move. Nevertheless a beautiful place
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sarah b.

An unforgettable trip!

This house is absolutely amazing! It made the perfect getaway for us traveling with friends and our children. The house is so charming and wonderful, that we ended up requesting to stay an extra day because we did not want to leave. Yes, it is a far drive from all of the major cities, but we found plenty of things to do around the area that were worth exploring! Also the village bar owner Olga created us a menu and served us a 4-5 course meal of local dishes that we found to be something so special. We can't wait to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Peter C., Stroud, Gloucestershire, England

Beautiful holiday villa, very helpful owner, one or two drawbacks.

We had a wonderful week at this property. The setting is stunning, with views out to the Apuan Alps. The swimming pool is clean (and appears to use a non-chlorine purification system). The owner, who lives in the next village, is helpful and thoughtful. We toured some of the many nearby beauty spots, relaxed on the balcony, and swam in the pool. Bliss! One or two points, however. As other reviewers have said, the beds are uncomfortable. The mattresses have a lot of springs and not enough foam! The Owners Direct website says that there is parking. However, it is not at the property but a couple of hundred meters away in the village, with a walk up a steep hill. This was not a problem for us, but other visitors might find it challenging. It would be best if the website could make the position clear.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anna I., Stockholm

Tuscan pearl

A fantastic house in beautiful, beautiful Garfagnana. The views, the outside areas, the pool (that was cleaned often), the surroundings, the people in the little village, the lady at the local pub, very good bathrooms, big kitchen and dish- and wash machine. The only thing that didn't meet up with the rest of the experience was the comfort of the beds - not good I´m afraid. And you have to be a good driver to get here...
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

magali l.

Very nice but a bit far away from everything

Very nice house, pool... But situated deep in the mountains. It takes 1.5 to 2 hours to get to the sea, 1 hour to Lucca, etc... So very nice if you want to get away from it all, a little bit less if you want to visit cities and do activities...
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Henry Vaage I.

Sjarmerende stil

En veldig sjarmerende villa i en liten og hyggelig landsby. Stille og rolig område med en fantastisk utsikt. I landsbyen er det en liten butikk og kafe drevet av en koselig dame - for større utvalg av dagligvarer må du kjøre et lite stykke.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Terri M., Saugerties NY

Dream Vacation

Words cannot possibly describe our stay in Massarossa. Incredible home, views and close enough to drive to see other places as well. The owner was more than helpful and gracious. 20 stars!!!