Historic villa, private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, in village near Bagnone

9.6

Outstanding(11 Reviews)

Villa in Province of Massa and Carrara

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 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

The villa is in a tiny hillside village, just outside the medieval Tuscan town of Bagnone. Guests describe it as “spacious”, “comfortable”, “lovingly restored”. They highlight the spectacular views, the wonderful pool area and gardens, the well-equipped kitchen, and the extra amenities: wifi, books, maps, DVDs, games, fresh garden produce, private parking. They also love the family restaurant across the square.

The private 11mx4m salt-water pool has sun loungers, showers and a toilet, changing rooms, and a covered terrace with outdoor kitchen and dining facilities including sink fridge, tableware, large Weber gas BBQ, and table tennis. The pool is set in extensive landscaped gardens with views over wooded valleys to Bagnone castle and the mountains beyond, with many different spots to relax in sunshine or shade.

Guests say they often spend whole days (and evenings – there’s gentle outdoor lighting) just lazing in the gardens and the pool, maybe with a wander down to Bagnone for a coffee or some shopping. Guests also say the villa makes an excellent base for sightseeing: the Cinque Terre and Italian Riviera are under an hour away, and Lucca, Pisa, Florence Parma, Genoa are all easy days out by train or car.

We provide extensive House Books on the property, the area, local highlights and specialties. This a wonderful area for food and drink, with many great places to eat - including Al Vecchio Podere, the delightful traditional farm restaurant across the square. We are always on hand, via email, phone or WhatsApp, to help with advice and bookings if needed.

The website shows prices according to the number of guests and the season. June and September rates are lower and a great time to visit - the weather and the pool are warm, and the area is less busy.

There is a base price for UP TO FOUR guests using the main part of the villa, which has two double bedrooms, two well-appointed bathrooms, two sitting rooms, and a traditional Tuscan kitchen and dining room. The entrance is off a small first-floor terrace overlooking the village square and the valley.

UP TO TWO MORE guests (or a third bedroom if needed for four guests) can be added for a small extra nightly charge. This is in the open-plan ground-floor apartment, La Cantina, which is connected by internal stairs. It has a kitchen/sitting/dining area, and the third bedroom and bathroom. The extra space, privacy and facilities are particularly appreciated by multi-generation families holidaying together.

(Note: La Cantina is never let separately when guests are in the main villa. Our House Rules list any weeks in which the extra space in La Cantina cannot be booked because the owners may be living there.).

We’ve rented the villa to over 100 families for over 150 weeks across 18 years, both direct and through online sites. We've been on VRBO since 2018 and have great reviews here and elsewhere. Find all our reviews (from which we've taken captions for the photos on this site) - search for Al Palazz Bagnone to learn more about holidaying here.

We’re always happy to answer questions - we want all our guests to have a wonderful time staying here. For us, Al Palazz is a relaxing rural retreat that offers a real taste of Italian life. If that is what you’re looking for, please do be our guests.

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Province of Massa and Carrara

Nearby attractions

Grotta di Lord Byron

33.2 mi

Fortezza Verrucole Archeopark

30.7 mi

Stone of Bismantova

34.4 mi

Antro del Corchia Levigliani

40.6 mi

££££

Historic villa, private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, in village near Bagnone

££££

9.6

Outstanding(11 Reviews)

Villa in Province of Massa and Carrara

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 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

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Province of Massa and Carrara

Nearby attractions

Grotta di Lord Byron

33.2 mi

Fortezza Verrucole Archeopark

30.7 mi

Stone of Bismantova

34.4 mi

Antro del Corchia Levigliani

40.6 mi

Reviews

9.6

Outstanding(11 Reviews)

10.0

Jul 2024

In a nutshell, of the many houses we have stayed in in Italy La Palazzo is among the very best. The house itself is simply wonderful; inviting, cosy, roomy, very well equipped. As just one example: properly sharp knives, something you don't encounter very often but so important if you like to cook. The garden and pool area is beautiful and well maintained. Walking down there is much more of a joy than any nuisance. On the terrace above the pool is a big canopy with - again - a well equipped outside kitchen area and barbecue which we much enjoyed using. As regards surrounding area, this is indeed different from other areas in Tuscany such as for instance the Chianti area: perhaps a little less vineyards historic landmarks - although these are certainly there as well - but more nature such as beautiful forests. And, coming from a more touristic area the relevant lack thereof is indeed somewhat of a relief. Having said that, more touristic areas such as Livorno, La Spezia and in particular Cinque terre are just a 45 minute drive - as is the beach. One last compliment are the three House Books in La Palazzo that describe in detail the house, food and drink interesting places nearby. These are written with much interesting detail and a real help when exploring the house, village and area. All in all, Jane and David: don't be surprised if we book again!

10.0

Jul 2023

We had a wonderful week in Al Palaz. Lunigiana is a nice relaxed area, different from the rest of Tuscany. You won't find many freco's, but also little turists. What you will find is beautiful nature and real Italian atmosphere, with nice villages - especially Bagnone and the hammock of Mochigiana. In and aroud the house you've to walk many steps, but it's worth. At the second floor we had a large sittingroom overlooking the valley and two spacious bedrooms with both a badroom. On the first floor we had a nice, well equiped diningroom and kitchen with a terrace overlooking the villagesquare with the church and the lovely restaurant of the neighbours. Going down we entered a large garden, where we found our own strawberries, vegetables, basel and rosemary. Further goind down we foud our large lunch-terrace and one step further down a field in the shadow of some trees and a nice refreshing swimmingpool - with swallows dipping in when it's hot and we were out... Really something special!

10.0

Jul 2022

Ländliches Italien at its best

Ländliches Italien at its best

Wir haben im Juni 2 sehr schöne Wochen in diesem wunderschönen Haus verbracht und fanden, was wir suchten: Ruhe, einen weiten Blick über hügelige Wälder, Bumenduft und Vogelgesang und die Annehmlichkeiten eines privaten Pools. Alles ist für einen erholsamen Urlaub vorbereitet und ausgelegt. Der Garten, die Außenküche, ... ein Traum.

10.0

Aug 2021

Haus mit Charme mit tollem Pool

Haus mit Charme mit tollem Pool

Das Haus ist rustikal, bietet aber alles, was man braucht und ist sehr sauber. Die meiste Zeit haben wir am tollen Pool und in der Outdoorküche verbracht. Da am Pool eine Toilette und eine Dusche sowie ein Kühlschrank ist, kann man den ganzen Tag dort genießen. Die Aussicht ist wirklich phänomenal und man kann sehr gut vom Alltag abschalten. Wir haben die Woche sehr genossen.

10.0

Oct 2019

Excellent, quiet rural retreat. Easy access to tourist areas and quiet beaches.

Excellent, quiet rural retreat. Easy access to tourist areas and quiet beaches.

We had a wonderful week in Bagnone. The house is exactly as photos, very clean and comfortable, best weeks sleep we have had in years. The stairs in the house and garden are quite steep and of uneven heights so not for young or old or limited mobility. The owners left very comprehensive information manuals. We would highly recommend the restaurant across the road, don't be put off by its lack of kerb appeal, the restaurant is spotlessly clean and the staff very friendly, the food was amazing and the bill small, we ate there 4 nights. I would highly recommend this house. The owner was extremely helpful and available when we needed her. Definate 5 star

10.0

Oct 2019

Our stay in Bagnone

Our stay in Bagnone

We really loved the villa and the area, got a real feel for rural Italy. The villa was very well equipped and we enjoyed the restaurant across the square. Dogs and other animals were a little noisy at night.

10.0

Aug 2019

Lovely stay at Al Palazz

Lovely stay at Al Palazz

We had a lovely week at Al Palazz. Especially loved the well organised and well equiped house. The best we have ever rented. It felt like coming at home. We also enjoyed the well documented tips for trying Italian food, restaurants and suggestions for trips in the surroundings. The villa and swimming pool are built on a hill and so divided over several terraces. We got used to that soon and enjoyed the view from the swimming pool a lot. The Lunigiana region is fortunately not overcrowded with tourists and we enjoyed discovering the very Italian atmosphere especially at the local restaurants. Had some great diners at La Lina, in Bagnone!

4.0

Aug 2019

Très déçus par cette location

Très déçus par cette location

Nous sommes très habitués à louer en France ou à l'étranger et sommes vraiment attentifs à la précision des annonces : il y a de nombreuses imprécisions dans celle de Bagnone qu’il faut soulever : - La maison est une succession d'étages dont certaines pièces sont totalement aveugles (le studio « La Cantina » est troglodyte et sent le renfermé, le séjour du premier étage n’a pas de fenêtre... - le jardin est séparé de la maison par une ruelle commune avec d’autres logements : la voisine avait un chien qui nous aboyait dessus à chaque passage...comme elle !! - lors des déjeuners dans le jardin, pour accéder à la cuisine la plus logique, il faut franchir l'équivalent de 4 étages de marches !!! La cuisine d’été existe mais elle est située très bas et avec un matériel rudimentaire donc inutilisable. Celle du studio « La Cantina » est en mezzanine et totalement aveugle ! Bref, il ne faut pas oublier le sel... - Si vous aimez les cloches allez-y : celles des vaches à 10 mètres de la piscine...celles de l’église, à 1 mètre de la maison, celles des églises environnantes, ça sonne tout le temps !!! - les Cinque Terre sont magnifiques, mais très loin ! (1:30 de voiture pour prendre le bateau à la Spezia ou Porto Venere) - La piscine est tres belle, de grande taille, bien entretenue. . En revanche elle est située à 10 mètres au-dessus d’un champ avec des clôtures en barbelés : soyez habiles avec la balle si vous jouez avec vos enfants sinon c’est l’aventure (dangereuse !...) - dans les éléments positifs, les propriétaires ont un joli potager dont ils nous ont fait profiter : courgettes, tomates et basilic ! Sympa !

10.0

Aug 2019

Quiet and restful with lots of charm

Quiet and restful with lots of charm

We had a very good time enjoying the grandeur of the location and your lovely home. Though we loved the house which was well equipped and very spacious and comfortable we appreciated living on the pool and outdoor kitchen levels too from breakfast onwards. I know it sounds weird but your house book was one of the most excellent things about the house - so much helpful information for journeys out and about and how things work and what foods are local including vast selection of recipe books etc. We spent most of Sunday morning our first morning studying intently. We Loved the pool the swallows who dart in perhaps to cool off we couldn’t tell but they were very daring and skilled flyers. What an amazing layout with the changing rooms and downstairs kitchen and loo. We sat outside a lot of the time and made sure we remembered to close the windows and shutters late morning which kept the house nice and cool. We were enchanted by the sounds of the bells from around the mountain side including the cow bells though we felt very sorry for the cows who must have been deafened. We also loved the dvd collection which was vast and we particularly enjoyed Scorsese ‘s review of Italian films and film makers. The selection of reading was also very rewarding. Thank you once again for sharing your home

10.0

Aug 2018

Wonderful retreat in Lunigiana

Wonderful retreat in Lunigiana

We stayed here with family of six (all adults) in second week of August. Had a great time and enjoyed the amenities, surroundings and views from the "Palaz". The owners were very helpful and provide ample instructions as well as suggestions in their guides. We loved the pool area and were lucky to use some of the fresh tomatoes growing om premises. The 8PM ceremony of the adjoining church every night were special. We loved eating at the "old farm" Vecchio Podere, across the street.

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 £77 per night. This rental is £192 above the average.

Is parking included with this villa?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Historic villa, private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, in village near Bagnone. 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 Historic villa, private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, in village near Bagnone. Enjoy the water!

Is Historic villa, private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, in village near Bagnone pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Historic villa, private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, in village near Bagnone?

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

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Historic villa, private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, in village near Bagnone

Villa in Province of Massa and Carrara

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Historic villa, private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, in village near Bagnone

Villa in Province of Massa and Carrara

Reasons to book

About this villa rental

Amenities

Map of Province of Massa and Carrara

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

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Is parking included with this villa?

Is there a pool at this villa?

Is Historic villa, private pool, gardens & outdoor dining, in village near Bagnone pet friendly?

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