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Very private Sympathetically Restored Barn With Private Pool, Country Views WIFI

Unwind by your own pool or take an evening stroll through rolling hills under starry skies. Discover unspoiled villages within walking distance for that authentic taste of Italy.

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Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Very private Sympathetically Restored Barn With Private Pool, Country Views WIFI

Romantic, 2 bed, 2 bath restored barn, with beamed ceilings and traditional flooring throughout giving a feeling of yesteryear, but with all modern comforts and amenities.
The grounds are extensive, private and peaceful, and the immediate garden is fenced for those with children.
.The garden is well kept, with lovely BBQ area, various al fresco dining options, and private pool.
There are great uninterrupted views from the house, with the hills and mountains making a dramatic backdrop.
Whilst set in a totally unspoilt area, there is a village 2km either side of the house each of which has a good restaurant. Other villages with fuller facilities are around a 10 minute drive away.
The large village of Camporgiano is around 10 mins and has all facilities including a train station for stress free exploring and a small Monday morning market. The market town of Castelnuovo is a 20 mins or so drive from the house.
Pisa airport is around a 90 minutes or so drive and Genoa is 2 hrs 15 mins.
On the ground floor, there are two bedrooms, one double and one twin, each with double doors leading to terrace overlooking the countryside.

Fuller information :
On the first floor, but still on ground level due to sloped nature of terrain, there is a living room with sofa bed, fireplace, DVD, CD, and TV. WIFI
There is the option to hire Italian SKY package with sports, movies, children's tv etc at E25 per week (let us know on booking). Due to SKY regulations it is Italian sky but most programmes can be watched in English using remote control .
There is also a well equipped kitchen diner - oven, hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge freezer and indoor dining.
Shower room.
On the ground floor, there are two bedrooms, one double and one twin, each with double doors leading to terrace overlooking the countryside. Shower room.

There are insect screens on windows throughout

The living area leads to outdoor eating area overlooking pool. There is a further eating area under a gazebo to the side of the house

Outside:
Extensive grounds with views over open countryside and mountains in the background.... First part of gardens are enclosed for safety but guests are welcome to wander around the countryside
Private pool 8M x 4M.
BBQ
Very private
Various al fresco dining options.
Shaded parking.
What a treat!

Property manager

Tuscan-Retreats Ltd - Lorraine/Elena/Mel

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Some pets allowed on request

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 IT046006C2LSOBFRWH

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 information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

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Puglianella, Provincia di Lucca

What's nearby

  • Apuan Alps - 10 min drive
  • Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello - 13 min drive
  • Vagli Lake - 13 min drive
  • Verrucole Fortress - 15 min drive
  • Forte dei Marmi Beach - 103 min drive

Getting around

  • Camporgiano Station - 9 min drive
  • Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Albergo Ristorante Il Grotto - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪La Baita - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Bar SRL - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Il Merendero Pizzeria - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bar Ristorante Alim.radicchi - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Very private Sympathetically Restored Barn With Private Pool, Country Views WIFI have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Very private Sympathetically Restored Barn With Private Pool, Country Views WIFI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Very private Sympathetically Restored Barn With Private Pool, Country Views WIFI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Very private Sympathetically Restored Barn With Private Pool, Country Views WIFI?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Very private Sympathetically Restored Barn With Private Pool, Country Views WIFI located?

This family-friendly Camporgiano villa is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Apuan Alps and Vagli Lake. Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello and Verrucole Fortress are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Very private Sympathetically Restored Barn With Private Pool, Country Views WIFI Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lars Thorup N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small paradice
Great isolated place with a fine House and lovely garden and pool
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hoe een vakantie hoort te zijn
We really enjoyed staying in casa al melo. A rural, quiet and lovely place to stay with our family of 4. Altough the pool was not heated, is was a perfect cooling in the hot weather. The view over the moutains were stonning. The owner supplied us regularly with fresh vegetables from their land and local products. A tomato salad never tasted that good 😊. The only minus was that althe supermarket was not closeby, but hey, that’s worth the sacrifice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful rural mountain location
Fabio was a great host making us feel so welcome bringing us fresh cherries and generally making sure we had all we needed. Accommodation and pool were great, not a heated a pool but on hot days that’s no issue. Location was perfect for us as it provided privacy, tranquillity and views while also only being a 15 min drive from a shop, train station which put Lucca, Pisa and Braga all within reach. We’d recommend lunch in Braga and dinner in Roggio - Perfecto! Don’t be put off by no air conditioning, because it’s in the hills the bedrooms downstairs are sheltered from the sun so are lovely and cool at night which was such a treat after a hot day. Thanks Fabio for a wonderful holiday
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham P.

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Great quiet location
The property is a super conversion and in a beautiful and quiet village up in the mountains. Fabio is a wonderful host who is very welcoming, easily contactable and makes sure you have everything you need during your holiday. The accommodation is comfortable and well equipped. and the pool is great although we stayed when the weather was a bit too cold to get the most use from it! Easy to get to Florence or Pisa for the day by train. If you are looking for a retreat from a busy world would definitely recommend
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Uwe K.

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Für uns perfekt !
Der gesamte Aufenthalt war für uns genau nach Wunsch. Wirklich sympatische Gastgeber, die kompetent beraten haben und stets einen guten Tip parat hatten. (Danke, Fabio und Elisa) Und ein Ferienhaus samt eigenem Pool, im Übrigen wirklich sehr sauber, wo man seine Auszeit so richtig geniessen kann. Grandiose Aussicht samt Rehen, Wildschwein, Dachs und Käuzchen. Ein motorisierten, fahrbaren Untersatz sollte man aber schon haben. Und vor allem: Spaß am Fahren ! Wirklich fussläufig kann man hier seinen Einkauf nämlich nicht mal so eben erledigen. Da wir ohnehin gern mit dem Auto auch kleinste Bergsträßchen in dieser herrlichen Landschaft erkunden wollten, war das aber eher ein äußerst willkommener Umstand. (auch wenn div. namenhafte Kartendienste abseits der Hauptverkehrswege hin und wieder die Zusammenarbeit mit den digitalen Inhalten der italienischen Karten beharrlich verweigerten) Fazit: Wir hätten bleiben wollen....lange!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philipp R.

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Sehr schönes abgelegenes Ferienhaus
Mit zwei kleinen Kindern war der Urlaub sehr gelungen! Der Pool war sehr cool und alles war sehr sauber! Auch eine Bereitstellung eines Hochstuhls war kein Problem und es wurde alles für uns hergerichtet. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt :)
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hubert H.

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Toll gepflegtes Ferienhaus inkl. Garten mit Pool
Tolles Haus, gute Luft, alles sehr gepflegt Der richtige Platz um abzuschalten. Man erlebt die Toskana mit Ihren Tälern und Bergregion ganz anders. Wir hatten eine sehr schöne und erholsame Woche hier verbracht. Viele Grüße Familie Huber aus Oberkirch
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine N.

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wunderschönes Haus
Wir waren eine Woche in diesem Haus, es ist sehr schön, sehr sauber und man hat hier alles, was man braucht. Der Vermieter Fabio ist sehr freundlich und kümmert sich um alle Belange. Zwischendurch haben wir aus seinem nebenan liegenden Garten frisches Obst und Gemüse bekommen. Der Pool und Garten sind perfekt zum Entspannen und sehr schön angelegt. Einziger kleiner Kritikpunkt ist der Zuweg zum Haus. Der Weg ist ziemlich schmal und steil, nichts für Sportwägen. Ansonsten alles tiptop, in jedem Fall weiter zu empfehlen!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nico W.

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Topvakantiehuis
Het huis is zeer proper en dat gaf ons een thuisgevoel. Alleen het lange bochtenwerk vooraleer je in een dorp terecht komt was een minpunt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Juliette B.

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Beautiful property in tranquil location
We had a fantastic weeks stay in this beautifully restored barn house. A lovely quiet rural location with great outdoor space and swimming pool. Fabio was a great host and was there for any queries that we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

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Traumhafte Lage, Top Service
Der Weg in die Apuanischen Alpen und die Zufahrt zum Grundstück sind zwar etwas wild, aber Al Melo lohnt sich auf jeden Fall. Mit normalem PKW kein Problem, tiefergelegten Fahrzeugen allerdings nicht zu empfehlen. Die Einzellage ist top, herrliche Aussicht von Terrasse und Garten und Pool. Nachts sind um das eingezäunte Grundstück Rehe, Hirsche und Wildschweine unterwegs. In der letzten Nacht haben wir sogar einen Dachs gesehen. Gastgeber Fabio ist super nett und hat uns regelmäßig mit frischem Gemüse und Himbeeren vom Feld unterhalb des Hauses versorgt. Einmal hat er uns sogar extrem leckere Pizza aus dem Holzofen vorbei gebracht. Wenn irgend etwas nicht passt, kümmert er sich sofort darum. Die gesamte Anlage ist top ausgestattet. Wir haben auch oft den Grill genutzt. Ausflüge z.B. nach Lucca, Pisa oder ans Meer dauern etwas , da man immer erst aus den Bergen raus muss. Die Straßen werden z.T. auch als Ralley-Strecke genutzt. Einmal war die Ortsstraße gesperrt wegen Tests einer Ralley-Reifenfirma. Sehr spannend, sich das mal hautnah anzuschauen. Alles in allem zwei sehr schöne Wochen!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christian P.

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Entspannung Pur =)
Wer mal Ruhe braucht, findet sie hier. Ein uneinsehbares Grundstück sorgt für paradiesische Verhältnisse, der Besitzer hat uns dabei mit Obst und Gemüse versorgt. Auch die Tiere rund ums Grundstück (Rehe, Wildschweine, ...) kommen bis an den Zaun. Wir haben uns hier sehr Wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vicky C.

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It was a very nice house
And the owners were very friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B., München

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Tränenreicher Abschied
Ein wundervolles, blitzsauberes, gepflegtes Haus in herrlicher Abgeschiedenheit, in dem wir einen 3-Generationen-Urlaub verbracht haben. Jeden Tag haben wir andere Tiere auf unserem Grundstück gesehen. Unsere Enkelin hat hier schwimmen gelernt. Fabio, der Vermieter, hat uns mit frischem Obst und Gemüse versorgt und sich sofort um all unsere Anliegen gekümmert. Er hat uns Reitstunden vermittelt, Tische im Restaurant reserviert, täglich Pool und Außenbereich gesäubert und uns sehr freundlich behandelt. Wir haben uns sehr willkommen gefühlt. Man braucht unbedingt ein Auto - der nächste Supermarkt ist 4km weit weg, ebenso die Restaurants. Auch andere Ausflugsziele sind ein ganzes Stück entfernt. Umso leichter fiel es uns, richtig herunter zu kommen. Genau das richtige, zu COVID-Zeiten. Wir hatten kaum Kontakte, überall im Ort wurden vorbildlich und ohne Diskussion Masken getragen und Fieber gemessen. Im Haus selbst waren alle Kontaktschalter in Folien gepackt (Fernbedienung,Lichtschalter), es standen ausreichend Desinfektionsmittel, Handschuhe und Masken zur Verfügung. Wir haben uns zu jeder Zeit sehr sicher gefühlt. Beim Abschied gab es heiße Tränen bei uns allen. Wir hoffen sehr, dass wir bald wiederkommen können….
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Volker B., Bellheim

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Tolles Haus und herzliche Gastgeber!
Ein schönes Fleckchen Erde um sich zu erholen. Super ruhiges und sauberes Haus und ein herzlicher Gastgeber der sich um alles kümmert. So sollte der Urlaub immer sein!
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Beautiful setting, lovely villa, clean and comfortable
This is one of the most beautiful places we have stayed. We stayed for 12 days from end of May to early June. The villa is everything described and more. It was so wonderful waking up to the sound of the birds every morning and sitting on the patio in the evening watching the sun set over the mountains. The pool and gardens are kept immaculate by Fabio and Elisa who work very hard for their guests, and will go above and beyond to make your stay in this delightful converted barn as special as possible. The village of Camporgiano is lovely with a charming little wine bar serving free bar snacks/nibbles in the evening! We would recommend eating at the Lo Scalome, Panigacceria restaurant, delicious. Only open at weekends. Also, the Agriturismo in Roggio serves authentic Italian food and lots of it, so go hungry. The local people are very friendly and many speak some English. If you love wildlife this is the place for you. We saw wild Boar, Golden Eagles, Deer, lots of Wall Lizards, a Giant Moth, Fireflies....Scorpions and Snakes, don't worry both of which are harmless. Fabio and Elisa also grow an extensive fruit and vegetable garden that you can eat from. Unfortunately, nothing was ready when we were there. There is quite a steep narrow track leading to Al Melo, but you very soon get used to it. We visited Lucca by train, this was so easy and cheap. The train station is directly opposite the walls of Lucca. We also caught the train to Cinque Terre, which was also pretty straightforward. Make sure you check the times of the return train, as we missed the last one and had to take a taxi from la Spetzia. Not cheap.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

pup1969 r.

Peaceful tranquility, in beautiful location
We arrived late at night in the rain in a very remote location in northern Tuscany and to be fair we were a little apprehensive about what sort of holiday we would have. However, we were met by Fabio the owner, in the village centre to take us down to the property. Fabio was available throughout our stay, and put himself out when I had an issue with my hire car. Although late and dark we could see the villa was as perfect as the pictures found on various websites. In the morning the rain had cleared and the sun was shining and we now saw the true beauty of the location. Fabio had invited us to help ourselves to fresh fruit and veg from the allotment opposite the villa so we did whilst the children enjoyed the ample sized pool. As I said the location is very remote so be prepared for a fair amount of driving if you want to explore (45 mins to the bigger supermarket in Gallicano and at least 20 mins to the nearest town of note) The local train service is excellent and cheap. Trains can be caught to Lucca, Florence and Pisa from Camporgiano station which is 10 mins from the villa. There are several restaurants in the area but all a Car journey away. Colletti in Roggio is a must, incredible value for the amount of quality food you receive. Overall the villa & location made our holiday a fabulous experience and we would definitely recommend to anyone wishing to get a taste of pure Italy, And we hope to visit again.

10/10 Excellent

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Casa Roc, Albiano
Casa Roc, Albiano One of the most striking things about this lovely villa is its idyllic location, on the edge of a hillside village with every window overlooking the garden, the valley and the ancient, typically Tuscan, hill town of Barga. But it doesn't end there. The villa itself is as depicted and has all the amenities we could possibly require. It is spacious, tastefully decorated and furnished and the kitchen is very well equipped. There is a pleasant outside seating area with stunning views and we enjoyed using the gas barbecue every evening and sitting outside until late. With such a setting, why would you wish to eat and drink elsewhere? The lovely pool, with in-built Jacuzzi, is of a good size with plenty of sunbathing space around, and in mid-June we had sunshine from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. There is off-road parking space. Wifi worked consistently. The small village of Albiano is a short walk away and has a restaurant. There is a very good Conad supermarket (the only such store for 40 miles or so), just a few miles away. Every trip does involve a short drive down a winding hillside road, but this is a very minor inconvenience and in some ways adds to the fun. Besides, without that there would be no fabulous views! There are lots of things to see and do in the area, from touring the mountains, to visiting historic villages and towns, including the incredibly well preserved Lucca and, of course, Pisa. The agents were available and most helpful when we needed them. As inveterate villa-hirers, we loved our time here and, although we have never in the past returned to the same place again, this will be an exception to our rule.

10/10 Excellent

Tine V.

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Zalige rust !
Een prachtig plaatsje in het noorden van Toscane... met volledige privacy, met een magnifiek uitzicht, met superlieve eigenaars die voor een warm onthaal zorgen, een kraaknette , goed uitgeruste woning met een zalig zwembad. Kortom alle ingrediënten zijn aanwezig voor een zalige, rustgevende vakantie !!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Simon R.

Peaceful retreat with magnificent views!
We had a lovely stay at Al Melo. When we arrived there was a lovely welcome basket. Facilities are superb, plenty of kitchen equipment, Sky tv, wifi, plenty of books. The bedrooms are downstairs and are lovely and cool making for a restful night. The garden is beautiful and the pool was at a refreshing 26/27 degrees. Lots of different places to sit, with tables to eat, an outside brick barbecue. Fantastic views all round. Fabio and Elisa were lovely hosts, they were not intrusive, yet were on the other end of a phone if you needed them. They made us feel welcome, left gifts of potatoes and baby plums, that brings me onto the vegetable garden which we were able to help our selves to when ever we wanted - lots of herbs - a very novel 'basil bath'! The views all around are magnificent, lots of wildlife, seeing deer, Eagles, woodpeckers, lots of friendly lizards. Would recommend visiting the restaurant in Roggio, and spend time visiting the surrounding mountain villages and towns, which were beautiful. Al Melo is an ideal place for peace and tranquility, taking in the views, enjoying the sun, and if you want to explore Tuscany you not too far from some beautiful cities, with the drives down the mountain roads being magnificent. Thank you Fabio & Elisa for a lovely stay.

10/10 Excellent

Ian K.

Amazing place
We had a really lovely week at Al Melo. We flew in to Pisa and drove up to the house. With a stop in Gallicano to the super market, the journey from the airport is about 1hr45, but what a drive!! The scenery and views all the way up the valley are spectacular. The road up from Camporgiano is hilly and twisty, but it is so worth it. You arrive in Puglianella main square, where Fabio we'll meet you and take you down to the house. The track down is very narrow and steep, so don't hire anything bigger than a VW Golf for a car. Suggest a diesel for all the mountain roads. The house is very clean and well maintained, and the photos don't do it justice. it is very hard to photograph the view and space around the house. It is just glorious. So private and absolute silence. The house has everything you would need to self cater, kitchen well stocked, washing machine, iron, dishwasher etc. Nothing is missing or broken. We used the local supermarket at Camporgiano (10min drive down the hill) for groceries, and is very well stocked. The bedrooms downstairs are a great size, and stay nice and cool in the summer. You do get the odd scorpion in the house at night, but they are no bigger than 6cm and are very timid and won't hurt you. We visited several places from here - Lucca (get the train from Camporgiano), Fortress of Verrucole (what a place!!) and you must go and eat at Coletti's, just a 10min drive up the mountain to the next village. 3 course dinner for 4 people was 65euros with drinks and coffees. However, this is not typical for Italy, but the homemade food was just so good!! You must go there. Fabio and his family were so nice and welcoming, and live in the village in case you need anything. Fabio pops round every couple of days to clean the pool and deliver fresh fruit and veg if there are some spare from his land. Book it!! You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

john r.

MAJESTIC
I stayed in this wonderful villa for nearly two months it would have to been the most majestic scenery you could wish for the alps the valleys.Fabio and his wife who own the villa, just made us feel at home fantastic place fantastic villa John [AUSTRALIA]

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

Away from it all...peace in the mountains!
Stunning pool, very well equipped house, lovely and very helpful owners. Lots to do for all ages...canyoning, zipwiring, wonderful kiking, historical sites, villages, restaurants etc. The 25 min drive it takes to get anywhere is more than compensated for by the peace, seclusion, beauty and immersion into mountains, nature, agriculture and rural italian life at a slow pace...

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey R.

Perfection
The stay at Al melo was wonderful, excellent in every way. We could not fault anything.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

A little bit of Tuscan paradise
Stayed one week August Family of 3 adult 2 young children We had the most brilliant week at al melo. The property is totally secluded, you can't see or hear anything or anyone from the villa. The lane down to the property is very steep and narrow so wouldn't be suitable for a large vehicle. It is immaculately clean and equipped with with everything you need. The outside space is just amazing, pool is a fantastic size and the grass area is great for sunbathing but also large enough for the children to run or kick a ball around. Wifi excellent, good choice of English channels including cartoons for kids. Location wise we found the drive up and around the mountain a little daunting at first but soon got used to it, it is worth it for the breathtaking views this villa has over the Italian mountains. The bedrooms being downstairs meant it was a lovely pleasant temp for sleeping, the sofa bed upstairs was also used but it was very warm on the upstairs level at night. Found one tiny scorpion in the shower tray, easily caught and popped outside. Lots of lizards and bats and Eagles to see - amazing - , we hoped to see a deer but didn't. Fabio is a welcoming and friendly host, we would absolutely return to this villa and hope to do so next year. We visited Lucca, Cinque Terre, grotto del vento and Pisa on our trip, Italian drivers are a little crazy but the villa is in a great location for road/train travel and we easily accessed all of these places. Very highly recommend this villa, it is truly a little bit of Tuscan paradise.