THE HOUSE
The house is located in the original part of Bagni di Lucca, originally called Bagni Corsena. It is of mediaeval origin,14th/15th Century and retains many of the original features including the chestnut beams and terracotta floors.
The accommodation is on three floors, restored by a local craftsman using local wood and furnished to a high standard.
Ground Level: Recently refurbished self-contained apartment comprising
Kitchen with office/work area:
Spacious fully fitted modern kitchen including breakfast area, fridge freezer, washing machine, cooker and a range of cooking utensils, cutlery, china and glass
Work area: computer desk and chair
Lounge: Two double sofas, coffee table, TV with DVD player, Sony stereo system, drinks cabinet, sideboard, large collection of books
Double Bedroom, Shower Room and Bathroom
The lounge is easily converted to sleep two additional people.
MAIN HOUSE
First Floor
Hand made fully fitted kitchen in local chestnut with gas hob, electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge, wood-burning stove.
Large lounge dining room area with stereo system, satellite TV, wood-burning stove.
Wonderful views from front porch
Second Floor
Two spacious bedrooms with double beds and enjoying wonderful views of the main town and surrounding countryside
Office area with connection to the internet (By arrangement at a small additional charge)
Modern bathroom with shower
LEISURE FACILITIES
Gardens
There are two gardens to the back and front of the property. The back garden benefits from sun throughout the day and well into the evening
The garden area has features to suit all tastes
Bask in the early morning sunshine while eating breakfast
Take advantage of the lovely views and weather all day, enjoy a glass of local wine with your lunch
Sunbathe on the lounger while your partner cooks you a meal on the barbecue!
When you need to cool off move undercover
The additional covered dining area provides comfort for those who prefer to eat/relax out of the sun
Swimming
The superb public swimming pool is just a 5 minute walk away. This complex provides excellent facilities including a bar with a dining area where snacks can be purchased at reasonable prices, sunbeds for hire, pools for children and adults.
GETTING AROUND
There are numerous places to visit in the immediate locality and beyond.
Bagni di Lucca is an historic spot and is natural spa, a variety of treatments are available at Bagni Termi. The newly restored Casino where roulette was invented is worth a visit. Shelley and Byron lived in Bagni di Lucca and Puccini visited the town often and wrote some of his operas while in residence.
Road and Rail Links
The town of Bagni di Lucca is approximately one hour by train or car from Pisa Airport and twenty minutes from the historic walled city of Lucca.
From Bagni di Lucca there is a good road and rail network to Florence, the beautiful seaside resorts of Viareggio and Forti di Marmi.
The Garfagnana is to the North of the town and affords the opportunity for many leisure activities; walking, trekking, visiting areas of natural beauty
The SS12 from Bagni di Lucca to the Italian skiing resort of Abetone provides and interesting and picturesque insight into the local area. |
