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Spacious 7 bedroom, 8 bathroom villa, spa pool, walk to restaurants, great view.

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Pool
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 14536 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious 7 bedroom, 8 bathroom villa, spa pool, walk to restaurants, great view.

Villa Carla, also known as Villa Saida, is within easy walking distance of the town of Castelnuovo Garfagnana, the centre of the wonderful mountainous area of the Garfagnana in Northern Tuscany.

Sleeping up to 14 people, this villa has been created to provided luxurious accommodation for large groups of family or friends. It is perfectly sited to visit historical sights, the coast and the beautiful national parks in the area. The large swimming pool is open from mid May to end September.

The 16 metre swimming pool, in the large garden of the villa, is filled with healing saltwater for your comfort. There are breath-taking views from the pool of the surrounding valleys and the Apuane Alps. There are hydro massage jets within the pool and good pool furniture and towels are provided.

Nearby to the villa there are tennis courts and golf courses and, in the winter, there are ski resorts within driving distance. The area is known for it's excellent outdoor activity opportunities. There are excellent walking routes in the area as well as mountain bike trails, gorge walks and white water rafting are all nearby.

It is walking distance to te local town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana which has many shops, restaurants and bars.

Villa Carla lies in almost an acre of private land and mature .The villa is constructed in a modern way but is built respecting the traditions of Tuscany, using materials available in the area, like wooden beams and rafters handcrafted on local walnut, and floor tiles handmade in Tuscany.

A notable feature is the large hallway with a staircase which has beautiful hand crafted, wrought iron railings and banisters.

There are 2 lounges in the villa. The large main lounge has comfortable leather sofas, large screen TV with some satellite channels, computer with broadband Internet access and CD player.

There are large electric French windows leading out to the patio area of the property, only one of a number of special features in the property. To the rear of this large lounge is a formal dining table and seating for up to 14 people.

Leading off the back of the dining area is the main kitchen. This kitchen also has a breakfast table and chairs for 8 and is fully furnished with oven, cooking hobs, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave oven, double sink and coffee machine.

There are 7 double and twin bedrooms in the villa, of which two are on the ground floor with a bathroom next to them. One of the bedrooms also has a doorway with direct access to the garden.

Also on the ground floor is a second smaller living area, where there are also comfortable sofas, a large screen TV with some satellite channels, a computer with Internet access and CD player. The dining table can seat up to 6 persons and the kitchen area of this lounge is also fully fitted with an American fridge-freezer, dishwasher, oven, microwave oven, cooking hobs and double sink. Perfect for large families or groups.

Upstairs there are 5 double-bedded rooms, all with wardrobe, dresser and TV. There are three bedrooms and bathrooms along a corridor, and two further bedrooms and bathrooms along a short hallway.

The master bedroom, is a double bedroom with chest of drawers, TV, a separate dressing area and wardrobes, and a large bathroom with Jacuzzi corner bath, his and hers sinks, WC and bidet. There are French windows in the bedroom area leading out to the terrace area with fine views of the garden, the mountains and the town fortress.
All bedrooms are equipped with music through a wired system.

There is free Wi-Fi.

Villa Carla is excellent for wedding receptions. Accommodation for extra guests or larger groups can be arranged nearby.

THE AREA

Garfagnana is 'Hidden Tuscany' at its best. With its' stunning scenery it is the best area in Tuscany for walking and outdoor activities. The Apuane Alps are a favourite place for many outdoor activities such as climbing, mountain biking, hiking, or to go caving and canyoning.

Friends of Tuscany are the oldest agency in the area, and we have close ties with an Outdoor Activities company who offer many international class adventures. We can also offer Art classes with a well known artist, excursions to the Cinque Terre, Florence and Lucca, visits to vineyards, historical guided tours and Italian cooking lessons.

Friends of Tuscany can help you arrange a pre-arrival shopping service, and also a prepared Tuscan meal for your arrival.

Ground floor

-Large open plan sitting / dining room – sofas, satellite 32” TV – Large dining table that seats up to 14 people
-Large fully equipped kitchen with both traditional and microwave oven, dishwasher, fridge and breakfast table for up to 8 people.
-2nd fully equipped kitchen, with 2 sofas, TV and table for up to 8 people.
-1 double bedroom
-1 twin bedroom
-1 bathrooms with shower
-1 toilet with washbasin

1st floor
-Reached by climbing stunning winding staircase made in traditional Tuscan style.
-Double bedroom and walk in wardrobe and bathroom with double sink, Jacuzzi bath and shower – Has access to a terrace with stunning views.
-Double bedroom with bathroom with double sink and shower – Has access to a terrace with stunning views.
-Double bedroom with bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and shower – Has access to a terrace with stunning views.
-Double bedroom – own bathroom across hall
-Double bedroom – own bathroom across hall

Basement

Large garage with electric doors, with space for 2 cars inside and 2 cars outside in covered area.
1 bathroom with shower
Room with washing machine and sink.

Property manager

Friends of Tuscany Ltd

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non-smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 5769 sq ft (536 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children 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
Note from host: Events allowed
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

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 not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Duomo - 11 min walk
  • Ariostesca Castle - 13 min walk
  • Apuan Alps - 16 min walk
  • Isola Santa Lake - 9 min drive
  • Santuario Mariano Eremo di Calomini - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Castelnuovo di Garfagnana Station - 3 min drive
  • Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Aia di Piero - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Il Triti - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪In Gelateria - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪La Rocca - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Teatro Alfieri - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious 7 bedroom, 8 bathroom villa, spa pool, walk to restaurants, great view. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious 7 bedroom, 8 bathroom villa, spa pool, walk to restaurants, great view.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 7 bedroom, 8 bathroom villa, spa pool, walk to restaurants, great view.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 7 bedroom, 8 bathroom villa, spa pool, walk to restaurants, great view. located?

This family-friendly Castelnuovo di Garfagnana villa is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Duomo, Ariostesca Castle, and Archaeological Museum. Apuan Alps and Pontecosi Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km). Castelnuovo di Garfagnana Station is 25 minutes by foot.

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Carla
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

John M.

Wonderful accommodation in a beautiful setting.
The villa is spacious and very well equipped. The pool is excellent. The town is close but a car is needed for the middle aged unless they are moderately fit. The station is further out of town and does not have a taxi rank. The staff in the station bar will call taxis. Simone Romei, a recommended driver, couldn't be more helpful and speaks excellent english. He was tied up with local fireman duties for one week whilst we were there but recommended another driver. A list of recommended local services and instructions on fuse boxes and kitchen equipment would be useful. There was a storm one night which tripped the gate switch, it took about half a hour to find the fuse box with that switch. This is all the negatives about the villa. The local town is excellent. It is not a tourist centre. It serves a local community so prices are very reasonable, there are excellent restaurants and most of all it is quintessentially Italian. We loved the villa and thoroughly enjoyed a relaxing holiday in the most beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Memorable trip to Villa carla
Wonderful villa, private pool and garden, spectacular views and close to the town to take advantage of the local restaurants. The mountain environment was wonderful. We had a specific requirement for wheelchair access and for anyone requiring this the villa was very suitable. Local taxis were able to take the wheelchair also. Thoroughly recommend the villa to all parties

10/10 Excellent

Celeste C.

A fantastic time was had by all, can't wait to go back, lovely people and a gorgeous place.
The owners were lovely people very friendly, the villa was gorgeous we could not fault it, it was perfect. The locals were friendly and the little village that was appox 15min walk away had plenty of cafes and the food and drinks were at very reasonable prices. This was our first trip to Italy and we are definitely going to go back as it was such a beautiful place where we completely relaxed.

8/10 Good

André B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schönes Haus in den Bergen
Es ist ein sehr schönes Objekt .Sandro sehr nett .Haus sehr sauber. Waren wohl die ersten Gäste nach einer langen Zeit .Da einige Sachen nicht funktionierten
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter Bo H., Allerød Danmark

Nær det perfekte.
Dejligt hus med rigtig god beliggenhed, godt indrettet med meget fine værelser og rigtig god plads, dejligt pool område med fantastisk udsigt, huset ligge i et fredligt område og ca.15 min gang fra den hyggelige by Garfagnana. Der er stort set alt i huset, dog trænger det udendørs møblement til en udskiftning og fylder man huset op ( 14 sovepladser er der ikke solsenge til alle ). Ejeren er flink og rar og vil sine gæster det bedste, MEN taler kun italiensk ! Vi havde en dejlig uge med perfekt vejr, traveture og ikke mindst det vi var kommet efter landvejscykling i det meget bjergrige område :-) perfekt for vores gruppe
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

8/10 Good

Dagny F.

Romslig villa med fin utsikt
Villa Carla innfridde absolutt våre forventninger. Selve huset og uteområdet var stort og romslig. Det hadde god standard, var ryddig og rent. Det var en garasje med to parkeringsplasser. Ellers var det god plass til å parkere utenfor huset. Det var tilrettelagt for å kunne grille i hagen. Her var det langbord og en helt ny grill. Velutstyrt kjøkken med moderne hvitevarer. På badet var det nok av håndsåpe og håndkle. Vert / eier av huset var hyggelig og hjelpsom. Husvert kunne begrenset med engelsk, noe som kunne føre til misforståelser. Stort sett gikk dette greit. Savnet flere kleshengere i skapene. Totalt sett var vi svært fornøyd med huset og oppholdet. Kan anbefale dette stedet!