Detached Villa with private plunge pool & stunning views – Home 1317197 Villa
- 2 bedrooms
- 4 sleeps
- min stay varies
Detached Villa with private plunge pool & stunning views – Home 1317197
- Villa
- 2 bedrooms
- sleeps 4
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Nearest beach 51 mi
- Swimming pool
- Not suitable for children
- Car advised
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
The Contented Tuscan is a very ancient stone villa on two levels brimming with character and restored with total respect for its rustic simplicity. All rooms are furnished to excellent standards, in an elegant country style with old terracotta floors and original chestnut beamed ceilings. There is a fully equipped kitchen with a beautiful fireplace, log burning stove and dining/sitting room. This two-bedroom villa sleeps up to four people. The bedrooms each with queen sized beds and both have en-suite bathrooms. Both bedrooms are prepared with a double bed, but one bedroom can also be set up with two separate beds upon request prior to your arrival.
The gardens and plunge pool are for the exclusive use of the guests, in a private, enclosed terrace we a have a pergola providing a shady space to eat. What better place to relax with a glass of beer or wine and take in the stunning views after your day of sightseeing!
The villa is located in Guzzano a mountain village 4km above the pretty spa town of Bagni di Lucca. Many of the famous Tuscan landmarks are within striking distance. Previous guests have enjoyed day trips to Pisa, Lucca, Florence, Cinque Terra, Viareggio, Siena and San Gimignano.
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Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Full bed
Bedroom 2: Full bed - 2 Attached (ensuites)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Mountain Views
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Balcony or terrace
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Policies
- Check in time: 15:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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4 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
About the owner
Stephen T.
- Calendar last updated:
- 30 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 10
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 40 reviews
Excellent
40 reviews
- Excellent
- 39
- Very Good
- 1
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 0
“A little slice of heaven”
This was our first time at the Contented Tuscan, and it did not disappoint. This property was more than we expected, from the house to the poolside everything that we needed was there. Kitchen is real… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Wow! - What a lovely review. Thank you for choosing our holiday home, and for your appreciation of our house and views. We are so pleased that our set up hit the mark as our guests having a super holiday experience means a lot to us. Thanks again and we would love to welcome you back Steve & Denise.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Breathtaking”
This is our second visit to the Contented Tuscan, the property and the views are outstanding, Steve and Denise are the most wonderful couple, so helpful and kind, excellent communication on the run up… More
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Response from the owner Many thanks for your super review. We very much enjoyed playing our part in ensuring you had such a fabulous time here. We really want people to feel things could not have gone better. It makes all the work worthwhile when we receive feedback that we got it right for our guests. You were a pleasure to have as guests at our home and hope to see you again. Ciao Steve & Denise.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Perfection!!”
Well where do I start? From the moment of booking all correspondence from Steve and Denise was prompt and informative especially with the uncertainty during the Covid outbreak. I had a change of perso… More
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“Beautiful house in a stunning area...”
The reviews for the Contented Tuscan are fabulous, and rightly so... The house is situated in an elevated position, in the pretty rugged village of Guzzano, above the small town of Bagni Di Lucca. The… More
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Response from the owner Wow! - What a lovely review. Thank you for choosing our holiday home, and for your appreciation of our house and views. We are so pleased that our set up hit the mark as our guests having a super holiday experience means a lot to us. Thanks again and we would love to welcome you back Steve & Denise
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Absolutely Fantastic!”
A beautiful villa in an ideal location! It has all the amenities and comforts of home and is a lovingly maintained property. Their villa has tremendous personal touch and charm with five star hotel q… More
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Response from the owner Dear Anne & Paul. Thank you for your kind comments about our villa and us as hosts. You were super guests. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us! We hope your next stay is just around the corner. Please feel free to make contact if there is anything we can help you with. Ciao Steve & Denise
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“Magische plek”
Geweldig mooi huis op een superlocatie! Eigenaars Steve en Denise deden hun uiterste best om ervoor te zorgen dat wij ons meer dan welkom voelden.Een box met producten om de eerste avond een maaltijd … More
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Response from the owner Beste Anita, wat een superbeoordeling - we waarderen uw positieve feedback over ons vakantiehuis. We zijn er trots op om zo goed mogelijk aan de behoeften van onze gasten te voldoen. Als je weer naar ons gebied reist, verwelkomen we je graag terug. Ciao Steve & Denise
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“Tuscan perfection”
We have just returned and wow did we have the perfect Tuscan experience. The Villa is stunning, with every little detail perfectly considered. The interiors really make you feel like you are living a … More
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Response from the owner Many thanks for your super review. We very much enjoyed playing our part in ensuring you had such a fabulous time here. We really want our guests to feel things could not have gone better. It makes all the work worthwhile when we receive feedback that we got it right. You were a pleasure to have as guests at The Contented Tuscan and look forward to welcoming you both back again next year. Ciao Steve & Denise.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Perfecto!!! If you want beauty, peace and tranquility look no further than The Contented Tuscan.”
It’s a experience every holiday maker looks for... a beautiful location, with all the comfort of home, with the loveliest of hosts. Steve and Denise really understand the stresses of modern lif… More
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Response from the owner Thank you very much for your lovely review – what a super way to end our season. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at our villa. The super November weather played its part. Thanks again for your kind comments and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Take care Steve & Denise.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Blissful visit”
Thank you so much to steve and Denise for creating such a wonderful idyllic place to stay. We were warmly greeted by our hosts the day after our wedding, we arrived in the evening and they had provide… More
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Response from the owner Many thanks for your super review. We very much enjoyed playing our part in ensuring you had a fabulous honeymoon here. Thanks too for your comments on the décor of our home. Sourcing antique items for the house and garden is a joy and is great to know our guests feel we got it right. It makes all the work worthwhile when we receive such super feedback. You were a pleasure to have as guests at our home and we would love to welcome you back again. Ciao Steve & Denise.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Magnificent”
Beautiful villa,the best of many we have stayed in.,Where do I begin ,wonderful house and gardens ,magnificent views,lovely pool and barbeque,Bagni di Lucca 10 minutes drive[great shops and restauran… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Many thanks for your lovely review. We are pleased you had such a wonderful time here at the The Contented Tuscan. Your kind comments about us as hosts, appreciation of our house and views is much appreciated. It makes all the work worthwhile when we receive feedback that we got it right. You were a pleasure to have as guests at our home and we really hope to see you again Ciao Steve & Denise.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Stephen (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Stephen (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Stephen (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Stephen the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Stephen (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Stephen (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Stephen (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Stephen (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Stephen (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Stephen (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Stephen (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Stephen (the owner) a message.
If Stephen (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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