Villa in medieval village of Sillico, near Lucca with private swimming pool – Home 84329 Villa
- 3 bedrooms
- 6 sleeps
- min stay varies
Villa in medieval village of Sillico, near Lucca with private swimming pool – Home 84329
- Villa
- 3 bedrooms
- sleeps 6
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Nearest beach 50 mi
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Pet Friendly
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Casa Laura is set in the medieval village of Sillico, 700 metres above sea level in the Garfagnana valley. This spacious villa offers not only comfortable accommodation but spectacular panoramic views of the valley, Apuan Alps and Appeninne mountains.
The villa is our home for a proportion of the year and is decorated and furnished in a blend of modern and traditional styles. We want you to feel at home even when you are away.
The villa and swimming pool is for the sole use of the family or party that have booked it.
The Garfagnana has an enormous amount to offer anyone who enjoys the outdoors. Whether it's cycling and mountain biking, hiking, horse riding, canyoning, spending the day amoungst the trees on a rope course or crossing the valley on a slip wire. The areas' diverse natural enviroment is well suited to a wide range of outdoor activities.
We have always maintained a high level of cleanliness at Casa Laura but with the arrival of COVID19 we have adopted some permanent changes. All kitchen surfaces and floors throughout the villa are cleaned using antibacterial products. Antibacterial soap is provided. Our linens and towels are washed in professional Miele machines at a high temperature with an antibacterial cycle.
Casa Laura's accommodation is divided over two floors. On the ground floor you have a lounge and study area complete with free WIFI unlimited internet access, a kitchen with dining area, bathroom and the twin bedroom.
The kitchen is spacious and well equipped with a five ring gas cooker and granite worktops and seating for 6.
Upstairs are two double bedrooms and a modern bathroom.
The large terrace is accessible from the first floor and provides a convivial area for al fresco dining and general relaxing.
The house also includes a wood burning pizza oven and off street parking for two cars.
If your holiday dates aren't being accepted by the system please contact me. I may be able to accommodate them.
The village benefits from having a combined popular restaurant, small shop and bar. There are well stocked supermarkets, independant shops, bars and a choice of restaurants a short drive away in Pieve Fosciana.
We live a short distance away and are on hand as much or as little as required. We always try to welcome our guests upon arrival and settle you in. Our reviews give an unbiased judgement and truthfull picture of our villa and the surrounding area.
A local tourist tax of 1 euro per person over the age of 14, for a max of 5 nights is payable upon arrival, in cash.
A perfect base to discover the popular destinations of Lucca, Barga, Pisa, Florence and Siena either by car or by train from Castelnuovo di Garfagnana. The Ferrari museum and race track at Maranello and the World Heritage site, Le Cinque Terra also make great days out. Seven walking paths start and finish in Sillico, enabling you enjoy, relax and emerse yourself in the natural beauty of the countryside. L'Orrido di Botri, a natural gorge and La Grotta del Vento are also worth a visit.
Further details indoors
Should heating be required we have a very efficient pellet stove. Pellets will be available and charged according to usage.
Further details outdoors
Casa Laura has a garden which is not fenced and is on different levels. Please check it's suitablility if you have young children or mobility restrictions.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds - 2 Full baths
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Mountain Views
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Balcony or terrace
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($161.45) €150.00 - 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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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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100% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least two weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 2 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
Yvonne M.
- Calendar last updated:
- 06 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 15
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, Italian
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 31 reviews
Excellent
31 reviews
- Excellent
- 27
- Very Good
- 4
- Average
- 0
- Poor
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- Terrible
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“The perfect location to rest and recuperate”
Casa Laura was a wonderful surprise in the beautiful village of Sillico. The road up to the village is windy and can be narrow in places so a smaller car rental is advised. Once you arrive, the view… More
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“Peaceful stay in Casa Laura !”
Just returned from 10 nights stay at Casa Laura. The villa was very comfortable and well equipped with everything you need for a home from home experience in the sun. The children liked the pool but … More
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“Fantastic villa, fabulous location”
We stayed at Casa Laura with our two children. The villa is in an absolutely fantastic location, with absolutely stunning views across the valley and surrounding mountains. The facilities in the vi… More
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Response from the owner I'm so glad you had a good holiday and that our villa and surrounding area lived up to your expectations. We hope to able to welcome you all back some time in the future.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Fantastic, Relaxing Stay”
We stayed, 5 adults, for a week and could not recommend both the location and property enough! The house is spacious and very clean; we had a couple of issues with the plumbing on first day, but Yvonn… More
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“Stunning”
We have just returned after a wonderful time in this stunning villa. We are a family of four including a 21yr old daughter and 16yr old son. After driving up the long winding road which takes about 10-15 mins once you leave Pieve Fosciana we were greeted by Yvonne who welcomed us to her beautiful property. Our first piece of advice is a car is a must! As it is needed to explore the region. We enjoyed some nice lazy days basking in the sunshine with some of the most wonderful views we have witnessed. The weather was so nice that we were able to enjoy the pool on many occasions. The small village of Sillico has a very nice restaurant which is only yards away from the villa, and we would often spend time enjoying lengthy lunches and sipping the local wine. The staff and owners are so nice at the restaurant and even though their English and my Italian wasn't the best we still laughed and enjoyed the welcome they always gave. The pizza oven is fantastic, Yvonne sent us all the instructions to work the outdoor oven. Their is a small shop which is part inside the restaurant, plus a Coop in Pieve Fosciana. You do pass a larger super market when driving from the airport and if you plan to spend time in the villa cooking with the family it might be worth stopping off as you drive by. We drove over the Tuscan hills to Forte Dei Marmi to spend time at Versilla beach, which is described as the Cannes of Italy. If considering to do the same you will need to book into one of the beach clubs as there isn't any public areas. We managed to find one of the cheaper clubs and had a cabana for €50 for the day. We also visited Pisa and drove into the city. Car parking is easy and there is quite a few car parks near the tower and cathedral. You will need to book if you would like to climb the tower steps as time slots are given out. We also visited the zip line and climbing at Selva del Buffardello in San Romano which is great fun. The restaurant in Pieve Fosciana, Il Pozzo is worth a visit! Overall this property and area is simply stunning and would recommend it to everyone.
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Response from the owner Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I'm glad Casa Laura and the surrounding area lived up to your expectations. The pizza oven isn't as easy to use as you would expect, so if your pizzas turned out well, well done.
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“Excellent Villa in Totally Relaxing Surroundings”
My wife and I and some friends wanted to get away from it all and this Villa totally met our requirements! It was in the village of Sillico about1.5 hours from Pisa airport by hire car and a very pleasant ride. The last 6kms or so are on a bendy road but the views from the villa were spectacular! There were five adults in our group. Our bedrooms were spacious as were the other rooms. The kitchen was enormous and had all the facilities we could wish for. The lounge had a TV and there was a huge selection of films to watch and loads of books, not that we got to watch any as the weather was so good! We loved that the house was remained totally "cool" during the hot weather and this applied to the bedrooms as well. It was up to you as to whether you kept the shutters open or closed. Outside there was a really good swimming pool and an authentic pizza oven, both of which we used.Our pizzas turned out superbly! Within the briefest of walks was the Village Restaurant and shop. We ate there mostly in the evenings and the food was locally sourced and cooked to perfection. The people were so friendly. We visited Florence for our main day out and then some local villages. The nearby weekly market is not to be missed. There were very good shopping facilities ten minutes away and the Prosecco and wine was amazingly cheap and good. The villa gave us everything we wished for - a week of real Tuscany in the most amazing setting. Yvonne, the owner, sent us really clear instructions on how to get to the villa and she met us there to explain everything we needed to know. She couldn't have been more helpful. I loved this place, as did the others. Can't wait to return!
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Response from the owner I'm very glad Casa Laura and the surrounding area lived up to your expectations and that you all had a good holiday. Our local restaurant is a real asset to the village and I have no hesitation in recommending it to my guests. I look forward to welcoming you back.
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“Fantastic”
Fantastic villa, great location with breathtaking view. House is clean, spacious and well-equipped. Sillico is beautiful, small quiet village and nearby towns are great to visit. There are nice hiking… More
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“A wonderful home from home”
We spent a wonderful 7 night's here in September. The weather whilst staying was to say the least variable and that's when this villa came into its own. It is so well appointed and extremely… More
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“A fantastic villa in an amazing location”
We're a family of 5 with 3 kids aged 11, 10 and 3. We stayed at Casa Laura at the end of August 2016, and had a brilliant time. Yvonne and Delfo are really welcoming - we even got invited to join… More
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“Haven of tranquility”
We were new to this area of Italy and have definitely fallen in love with Sillico! Casa Laura was ideal for the four of us - 2 couples - plenty of space, extremely comfortable, clean and supplied with… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for spending the time to write such a detailed review and yes, we do indeed have a loo with a view!
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 Yvonne (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 Yvonne (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 Yvonne (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 Yvonne 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 Yvonne (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 Yvonne (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
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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 Yvonne (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. Yvonne (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.
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- 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.
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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.
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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 Yvonne (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 Yvonne (the owner) a message.
If Yvonne (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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