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Cottage
These two pretty stone cottages with pool, offered together, with private use of facilities are located on a high meadow overlooking the beautiful garfagnana valley and the apuan alps, about 2km from the mediaeval village of s. Romano.
The grounds are vast, fully fenced and flat, ideal for children to play, for your morning jog and for your dog... A rarity in the Garfagnana.
The cottages have retained original features giving a real country feel to your stay!
There are beamed ceilings in most rooms, traditional cotto flooring, chestnut windows, and some exposed stone internal walls.
This combined with modern comforts such as fully equipped kitchens including dishwashers, DVD players, WIFI and a pool.
Each cottage has its own private shaded outdoor dining facilities including BBQ but...These two pretty stone cottages with pool, offered together, with private use of facilities are located on a high meadow overlooking the beautiful garfagnana valley and the apuan alps, about 2km from the mediaeval village of s. Romano.
The grounds are vast, fully fenced and flat, ideal for children to play, for your morning jog and for your dog... A rarity in the Garfagnana.
The cottages have retained original features giving a real country feel to your stay!
There are beamed ceilings in most rooms, traditional cotto flooring, chestnut windows, and some exposed stone internal walls.
This combined with modern comforts such as fully equipped kitchens including dishwashers, DVD players, WIFI and a pool.
Each cottage has its own private shaded outdoor dining facilities including BBQ but the site is also ideal for two families to hire together, giving a sense of privacy but also plenty of space to be together.
Cottage A:
3 bedrooms - 1 double and two twins,2 shower rooms, living room with comfy seating, fireplace, TV, DVD and WIFI.
The kitchen is well equipped with oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
Cottage B:
3 bedrooms - 1 double and two twins, 2 shower rooms, living room with comfy seating, fireplace, TV, DVD and WIFI.
The kitchen is well equipped with oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
Outside there is a huge shared garden with plenty of flat space, wonderful views and a private pool (10m x 5m).
Swimming pool - fully gated for safety.
Independent outside covered eating areas with bbq
Large flat grounds, surrounded by mountains in the background - idyllic!
Free wifi internet available.
Free walking tours on offer for guests, best to arrange in advance.
Heating is free if required
A little about location:
The property is situated 2 km from the village of San Romano, which has a bar, and small supermarket. Further afield is the town of Castelnuovo which is a 15 minute drive, and has all facilities – bars, restaurants, shops, supermarkets, famous Thursday morning market.
The house is also just a couple of kms from Camporgiano which has a couple of bars, some restaurants, supermarket, castle, station etc.
There is also a lovely riverside restaurant within walking distance too!
There are further large villages closer than town such as Piazza Al Serchio which has supermakets, restaurants, and a main line train station for when one wishes to explore without the car.
The mediaeval town of Barga is just 30 minutes away. Pisa is an hour and 30 min drive, Florence 2 hrs, and the breathtaking medieaval walled city of Lucca just under an hours drive.
All in all a perfect mix of rural retreat, with a mere 10-minute drive taking you up into the mountains, and the Natural Park of Orecchiella for wonderful walking, unusual wildlife and rare fauna; bocce and cheese throwing, but also a good base for exploring the towns of the area.
TOURIST TAX - Do note that there is a local stay tax applicable at €1 per person per night, up to a maximum of 5 nights. This does not apply to children under 14.
Il posto è immerso nel verde, ma poco distante dal centro abitato. Le due casette, ciascuna con possibilità di ospitare comodamente 6 persone, sono ampie e confortevoli: gran dotazione di stoviglie, lavastoviglie, lavatrice e addirittura asse/ferro da stiro. Ma la vera bellezza del luogo sta negli estesi spazi esterni. Ogni casetta ha un patio per mangiare all’aperto. Un grande prato circonda le due casette e la bella piscina, dotata di un tale numero di sdraio e lettini da accontentare tutti gli ospiti. Edoardo, il padrone di casa, è di una gentilezza e disponibilità squisite. Insomma una vera oasi di pace e tranquillità , dove rigenerare le proprie energie e stare bene insieme ai propri cari. Da ritornare quanto prima!
Visited July 2020
Written 1 August 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
jeskjulsvik
Trondheim, Norway1 contribution
Amazing location and fantastic people!
Lama Piana is an amazing plaze two stay!
I think the description of the plaze given online, doesn't do the place justice. The cottages are large houses with plenty of space. A huge lawn to play on, and enough trees around the houses wich give shadow on hot days.
Both houses and the pool are kept kleen, and kleen towels and linnen are provided. Eduardo and his family are very nice and forthcoming. Despite som language difficulties we had noe trouble communicationg, and we think its just fun and part of travelling adventures.
We were two families (4 adults and 4 kids), and stayed for 2 weeks. We coud not have asked for more. Both Lama Piana and the surroundings are amazing. We were met with hospitality and smiles whereever we went.
We hope to go back in the future!
Visited August 2016
Written 1 March 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Lone G
Aarhus, Denmark1 contribution
Wonderful surroundings and wonderful pool
We have been twice at Lama Piana and both times we have had a wonderful vacation.
The big garden which allows for playing football, Frisbee etc. is fantastic. So is the pool which has a perfect size and Eduardo (the owner) is very good at keeping the pool clean.
Indeed Eduardo is the perfect host - he is easy to get in contact with, very willing to help and still he is very discrete.
The house has a perfect size (we are a family of five persons), and the beds (mattrasses) are even better than our own!
The house is clean and there are plenty of towels in different sizes - and the smell of clean towels is just the best :-)
We can definitely recommend Lama Piana.
Visited July 2015
Written 10 September 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
854lorraine
Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your second stay and look forward to welcoming you again.
Written 18 September 2015. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Sara D
Rochester, United Kingdom3 contributions
Fantastic stay with perfect hosts
Fantastic property. Wonderful hosts and spotlessly clean. The pool was wonderful but a little cold. A very spacious block with a large space for the kids to play in. Eduardo and Eugenio could not have been more accommodating . Ideal for a large family gathering or two families on holiday together .
Visited August 2014
Written 7 October 2014. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
dogerroger
Ayr, United Kingdom
Lovely setting
Lovely spot, very quiet.
Main problem was the pool, it was freezing! despite the web site focusing on the "heated" pool. It was also very deep even at the shallow end only one of the party could touch the bottom standing on tippy toes.
Issues with the TV not working, took a few days to sort, hot water not working but was sorted quickly. Special attention required regarding the front door lock it is "Tuscan" & is very tempremental.
Lots of grassed garden for kids to run about but "beware" of the deep pool.
Clear directions allowed us to find the place even at midnight, owners son lives in the garden [no problem] & was very helpful.
We would be happy to return & we usually rent 2 or 3 times a year, often in Tuscany, so have had a few "experiences" where we wouldn't!!
Visited July 2014
Written 7 October 2014. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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What this rental offers
Kitchen and dining
Grill
Dishwasher
Freezer
Refrigerator
Kettle
Microwave
Cooker
Toaster
Wi-fi and internet
Wi-fi
Outdoor amenities
Balcony
Private outdoor pool (unheated)
Terrace
Entertainment
DVD player
Television
Parking
Parking available
Things to do
Fishing spots available
Cycling areas
Scenic views
Mountain views
Indoor amenities
Central heating
Fireplace
Internet access
Cable television
Bathroom and laundry
Iron
Linens provided
Towels provided
Washer
Nearby
Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
Horse riding facilities
Hiking areas
Countryside area
Location info
Kid friendly
Living spaces
Highchair
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About the neighbourhood
The property is situated 2 km from the village of San Romano, which has a bar, and small supermarket. Further afield is the town of Castelnuovo which is a 15 minute drive, and has all facilities – bars, restaurants, shops, supermarkets, famous Thursday morning market.
The house is also just a couple of kms from Camporgiano which has a couple of bars, some restaurants, supermarket, castle, station etc.
There are further large villages closer than town such as Piazza Al Serchio which has supermakets, restaurants, and a main line train station for when one wishes to explore without the car.
The mediaeval town of Barga is just 30 minutes away. Pisa is an hour and 30 min drive, Florence 2 hrs, and the breathtaking medieaval walled city of Lucca just under an hours drive.
All in all a perfect mix of rural retreat, with a mere 10-minute drive taking you up into the mountains, and the Natural Park of Orecchiella for wonderful walking, unusual wildlife and rare fauna; bocce and cheese throwing, but also a good base for exploring the towns of the area.
Access
Car required
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Horse riding facilities
Things to know
Cancellation policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
100% refund* if you cancel at least 2 weeks before check-in
No refund available once booking is confirmed
Notes from owner
Notes on prices
Bedding and towels are included in the cost of any stay as well as all utilities including heating. Initial and final clean is included as well as weekly clean for stays of 14 nights or more. WIFI is free! We take a 15% deposit with the balance due 8 weeks prior to arrival. Payment taken in sterling or euros via bank transfer or via credit card using Paypal (surcharge applies)
Changeover day
Saturay or Sunday changeover and flexible outside of season
Booking notes
15% deposit, balance 8 weeks before arrival.
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