Perched on top of a hill between Lucca and the Camaiore coast, La Macchietta offers lovely views over vineyards, olive groves and chestnut woods. The comfortable house with private swimming pool, built at the beginning of the 1900s, has higher ceilings and larger windows than classical farmhouses and still maintains some of the features of its origins as the local “bottega” (general store). There is a comfortable sitting area in front of the house, close by the pool, a large dining table ideal for al fresco dining and a barbecue. There is a living/book room on the ground floor and a large kitchen/dining/ living room on the lower ground floor with direct access to the terrace facing the valley and equipped for al fresco dining. The owners undertook a major restoration adding mo...Perched on top of a hill between Lucca and the Camaiore coast, La Macchietta offers lovely views over vineyards, olive groves and chestnut woods. The comfortable house with private swimming pool, built at the beginning of the 1900s, has higher ceilings and larger windows than classical farmhouses and still maintains some of the features of its origins as the local “bottega” (general store). There is a comfortable sitting area in front of the house, close by the pool, a large dining table ideal for al fresco dining and a barbecue. There is a living/book room on the ground floor and a large kitchen/dining/ living room on the lower ground floor with direct access to the terrace facing the valley and equipped for al fresco dining. The owners undertook a major restoration adding modern comforts while preserving the original terracotta floors and beamed ceilings. They have also furnished the house with personal pieces reflecting their international background. In particular, the African connection gives the house a special touch reflected in some of the decorative items. Its location is ideal for visitors seeking a quiet base from which to explore the region. The swimming pool is located in a very panoramic position, overlooking the valley. Cleaning service is included 6 hours. 12m x 4m Ground Floor: Main entrance into the library/sitting room; double bedroom with en-suite bathroom (bathtub and separate shower). Lower Ground Floor: Large, open plan kitchen with pizza oven, dining area, sitting area with open fireplace opening to a panoramic terrace with pergola furnished for outdoor meals. First Floor: Double bedroom; twin bedroom with cast iron poster beds; single bedroom; bathroom (bathtub); bathroom (shower). ===== Local Policies ===== Arrival time is on Saturday between 4 pm and 7 pm (after 8 pm a fee of € 50 is required and after 10 pm the fee is € 100. Any late arrival has to be agreed in advance). Arrival between 16:00 and 19:00 Departure within 10:00 Pool open from 1 June to 28 September Not included in the rental price and to be paid on the spot: Refundable Security Deposit in cash (mandatory): 800.00€ Heating: 200.00€ per week Tourist tax (mandatory): 4.50€ per person Included in the rental price: Bed Linen and Towels Final Cleaning Electricity Water Internet Wifi High chair (on request) Babycot (on request)More