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Discover the authentic Tuscany setting in a castle
Property ID #161
Europe -> Italy -> Lanciole
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Discover the authentic Tuscany setting in a castle

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Bedrooms:
1
Bathrooms:
1
Address:
vai della chiesa 5 - Lanciole PT - Tuscany- Italy

Average Rate: $91.43 per night (view all rates)


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Property Description:

This property is located at vai della chiesa 5 - Lanciole PT - Tuscany- Italy, and has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. The average rate for renting this property is $91.43 per night.

The Elfs Cottage is a pretty village house built of mellow stone where can Be accomodate confortable 3 people it
set in the tiny hilltop village of Lanciole and formed from part of a
huge stone building dating back to the 1200s - and which a
Ghibelline castle. The Ghibellines who sided with the holy roman
Emperor fought aginst the Guelphs who supported the Pope over the
right to rule the nothern part of Italy. In the Castle there are two
properties the Fairy and the Elf. The Village lies in the hills to
the north of Pescia and Montecatini - a very picturesque area ideal
for touring or relaxing in delightful surroundings. The property
itself is full character with a cosy cottage feel where you will feel
really at home. The property is reached up stone steps leading to a
delightful terrace which has outstanding views to the surrounding
woodland. The entrance from the church historical side into an
original sitting-room with a ceramic fireplace/stove, stone floor and
walls, a beautiful culumn with family coats of arms, a confortable
double sofa, satellite TV, dvd, a stereo and this room look
a side to the woodland and the other to the church side.
The adjacent Kitchen country-modern gas hob, electric oven,
fridge/freezer, dish-washer, beamed ceiling
really original, look to the surrounding area.
A 1700 door from the kitchen leads into a small original bathroom,
with old tub with feet, basin and wc, the window
look to the church side.
Open tread stairs from the kitchen lead to a first floor.
A double room liberty bed and a wardrobe and a 1800
toilette with mirror
look to the surrounding woodland and to the ancient rival hamlet in
front, beamed ceiling and antique terracotta floor.
Furnishings throughout are tastefully rustic with additional antique
pieces. Central heating and a mobile phone is available for you
during your visit.incuded in the price
The elf is a wonderful place where spend your honeymoon
in a really romantic setting or to stay confortable for a little
family of 3 childrens included

It is also the only house in the village having a terraced garden
600 square m., with independent entrance, private barbeque garden
features and a small above ground pool 7mx4m.
The Castle sits at the edge of the little village and is surrounded
by miles of woodlandwhere you can enjoy long walks and the whole area
is a patchwork of medieval hilltop villages which are all worth a
visit. Lanciole, though tiny, has a bar/pizzeria which also sells a
few basic foodstuffs whilst in ancient times the village was known to
have produced lancia or spears and other arms. The area makes a
good base for touring being within easy driving distance of many
famous places including Lucca, Pisa and Florence.
On site amenities: Satellite TV, dvd , mobile phone, pool, barbeque,
patio, cd stereo, stove/fireplace
Activities in the Area
Tennis, skiing, dining and shopping nearby museum the nearest at 15 minutes by car, golf course at 20 km far away, horseback riding at ten minutes by car. Public transportation available
Property Rates:

Low: $71.43 per night Med: $91.43 per night High: $111.43 per night Peak: N/A

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