Family-friendly Tuscan villa with large private pool & pizza oven

Sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Property grounds
9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(17 Ratings)

Villa in Province of Massa and Carrara

11 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this villa rental

Tucked away in a quiet corner of Tuscany is the beautifully restored turn-of-the-century Liberty-style Villa Montanara. Looking out over wooded hills (including its own chestnut wood) with views of the highest peaks of the Apuan Alps, the villa is on the edge of two National Parks. Despite the hot summers, the property is light and airy with windows on two sides of every room and cool marble and stone flooring. The large private swimming pool just a few steps from the villa incorporates a shallow play area for young children; and has internal lights for night-time use. There are terraces at the front and back to provide sun and shade at all times of the day; and next to the pool is a stone-built pizza oven with a terrace (and plenty of wood).

The drive leads past the front lawn to the front doors where there is parking for three cars. The front hall leads to the large marble-tiled sitting rooms to the right. Each of these is 5m (16 feet) square with high 3m (10 feet) ceilings. They are linked by double French doors and each has double shuttered windows, and double doors leading to the front terrace and lawn with trampoline and hammock.

Opposite these are the marble-tiled dining room and modern kitchen with the same dimensions and linked by a large arch. In anticipation of parties we have a large dining table inside (and two further tables on the front and rear terraces.) and there is plenty of china, glasses and cutlery and two dishwashers to ensure no one ever needs to wash up anything. The kitchen also includes a cool granite work surface; a large American-style fridge-freezer with crushed ice and iced water dispensers; an ice cream maker; a De Longhi espresso and capuccino maker; a breadmaker (useful for pizza dough); electric ceramic hob and oven; microwave; toaster and, for those who want tea, a kettle.

Each of the kitchen and dining room leads out through double doors to the private south-facing deck and gardens. The deck incorporates deck lights for use in the evenings and looks out over the rear gardens, pizza oven, pool and countryside.

The rear garden slopes gently down to the 12m x 5m pool which was designed for both confident swimmers with a depth of 1.5m, and for young children and therefore incorporates three wide steps forming the shallow end where children can play safely and parents can lie in the sun. The water jets incorporated into the steps can perform a rigorous hydromassage for shoulders and back. The pool is private and not overlooked.

The terrace round the pool has 6 sun loungers; and for shade there is a curtained gazebo. One of the apple trees also provide shade over part of the pool terrace during the mornings. The underwater pool lights allow for night-time dips; and if you want to keep the daytime warmth in the water, there is a rollered solar cover which keeps the warmth in overnight and adds heat during the day.

Adjacent to the pool is the stone-built pizza oven with plenty of wood, and a pizza paddle. The terrace here is where the barbecue is kept.

Below the pool is a meadow area with wild flowers and beyond that, the chestnut wood and views over the mountains. The gardens include mature fruit trees producing figs, apricots, hazelnuts, plums, cherries and apples.

Upstairs are the four bedrooms. Each of them has long double windows with internal and external shutters. The master bedroom includes an antique brass king-size bed and an en-suite marble lined bathroom with twin walk-in showers; the second bedroom includes a double bed and marble-tiled bathroom; the third bedroom includes original Tuscan twin beds; and the fourth bedroom includes a king-size bed together with a single bed. Any of these bedrooms can accommodate the cot.

We have tried to be environmentally-friendly with the restoration and the lettings, using locally-produced Kerakoll ("..the international leader in the GreenBuilding sector") products. We have also sourced organic cotton bed linen and towels; and the 500l tank of hot water is heated via the solar panels on the roof.

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden

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Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(17 Ratings)
8.0 / 10.0
Aug 2023
Perfect house very comfortable if you are looking for a quite environment. The mountain is very nice for a walk but you can also plan a day to the seaside & cultural towns.
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2020
Schönes Anwesen in einem sehr kleinen toskanischen Bergdorf
Schönes Anwesen in einem sehr kleinen toskanischen Bergdorf
Die Villa Montanara bietet einen grandiosen Ausblick auf die hiesige Bergwelt. Das Haus ist sehr geräumig und gut ausgestattet. Alle Zimmer sind gut bemessen. Der Swimming Pool ist natürlich ein Highlight.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2020
Toscanaurlaub wie man es sich vorstellt
Toscanaurlaub wie man es sich vorstellt
Dieses Haus ist schön gelegen und traumhaft ausgestattet
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2019
Great place!
Great place!
We had a very nice week in this beautifull house. I would come back for sure! We had 2 small kids enjoying the pool and safe balcony! Thanks for everything Stella!
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2019
Super villa for families
Super villa for families
We stayed a week with friends, in total 4 adult plus many kids aging 1 - 11. We had a very nice vacation. The villa is very spacious and the garden and pool are fantastic. We enjoyed cooking dinner in the very well-equipped kitchen and spending time relaxing and playing in the pool. Communication with Stella was easy and quick. Everything was as expected, actually even nicer than in the pictures. A car is needed as the villa is situated remotely, which is great for having a nice and relaxing vacation. Within driving distance there are supermarkets, restaurants and small charming villages. We can highly recommend the villa, if you are looking for a place to enjoy some time off.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2019
Perfekt
Perfekt
Alles Wunderbar, schönes gepflegtes Haus, große Küche und schöne Terrasse
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2019
traumhaft schöner Urlaub
traumhaft schöner Urlaub
Wir hatten eine wunderbare Zeit in der Villa. Das gesamte Anwesen ist sehr gepflegt und noch schöner als auf den Fotos. Wenn man sich bewusst ist, dass es etwas abgelegen ist, kann man hier in absoluter Ruhe das Leben genießen. Man kann je nach Sonnenstand und Temperatur auf einer der zwei Terassen sitzen. Der Pool ist mit Kindern perfekt, da er im vorderen Bereich nicht sehr tief ist. Die Küche ist hervorragend ausgestattet. Es fehlt an nichts und auch die Küchengeräte sind einwandfrei. Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit in der Villa und hoffen dort bald mal wieder unseren Urlaub zu verbingen.
8.0 / 10.0
Jul 2018
Vers nice time in Tuscany
Vers nice time in Tuscany
Stella‘s and William’s place in Tuscany is really nice. Good in shape. Large rooms. Well equipped (even an electric piano is there...). Pool and outer area very good. Just a bit remote if you don’t like driving “serpentines”. William was a pretty good host, easy to reach via phone/what’s app. One suggestion: a second umbrella on the terrace would be nice in the morning (however, we simply switched to the other side of the house to have some shadow). All good! Recommended...

FAQs

How much does this villa cost compared to others in Province of Massa and Carrara?

The average price for a rental in Province of Massa and Carrara is $137 per night. This rental is $755 above the average.

Is parking included with this villa?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Family-friendly Tuscan villa with large private pool & pizza oven. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Family-friendly Tuscan villa with large private pool & pizza oven. Enjoy the water!

Is Family-friendly Tuscan villa with large private pool & pizza oven pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Family-friendly Tuscan villa with large private pool & pizza oven?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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