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Spacious Ground Floor Apartment with Private Garden Inside the Walls of Lucca

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Outdoor dining
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious Ground Floor Apartment with Private Garden Inside the Walls of Lucca

Casa Francesca, once horse stable of the antique palace belonged to Lord Guinigi (1400s) now it has been converted into a homey apartment with a private fenced garden. The renovation was done to highest standards making up 2 comfortable bedrooms, 3 bathrooms all with grand built-in showers and bathtub, air conditioning, WIFI, a private fenced garden furnished with table and chairs and a little sofa, any kind of kitchen appliances and utensils.

The apartment has two entrances, one from the garden and one from the street, enjoys abundant sunlight throughout the day, making it bright and cheerful. This is a rare feature in Italy, where many buildings are shaded by narrow streets. The location is the quietest and the nicest, overlooking the gardens from where the lovely chirping of birds comes. It is composed of: a grand living room, a spacious fully equipped kitchen opening onto the garden, a spacious dining room opening to the garden as well, 2 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a LAUNDRY ROOM fully equipped with washer/dryer, iron and board.

The apartment is ideal for different types of guests who value privacy and comfort. It can accommodate two couples of friends who want to have their own bedrooms and bathrooms, or two friends who prefer not to share the same sleeping and bathing spaces. It can also host a family of four who want to enjoy a cosy and spacious home away from home.

The rental property is located within the ZTL area (Limited Traffic Area, accessible only by permanent residents and people with special permission) and does not offer on-site parking although you can make a stop nearby the accommodation to drop off your luggage.

The closest Parking Mazzini, is located in a walking distance from the rental property, so leaving the car there prior reaching the apartment is essential. By following the road signs you will be able to avoid the ZTL area while driving to the parking. The closest free parking is located outside the city walls at just 5 mins on foot.

We kindly inform all guests that the rental property is self catering so hotel-like services are excluded by law (reception, surveillance of the accommodation, provision of meals and drinks, daily cleaning and linen change, transfers). For such reason any additional service can be provided on request and with the collaboration of external qualified partners and charged accordingly.

* If you have a late arrival, make sure to inform us ahead of time. You can experience the flexibility of a late check-in, available until midnight for a surcharge of 50 euros payable in cash upon arrival. For those enchanted by the allure of Lucca after midnight, a check-in option is also offered with a surcharge of 100 euros.

LAYOUT:
The apartment is situated on the ground floor.
Entrance; living-room; double bedroom with ensuite bathroom (shower); bathroom (shower); dining room; laundry room; fully equipped kitchen; private courtyard; master bedroom with ensuite bathroom (bathtub).



Not included in the rental price:
Tourist tax (mandatory and required by local municipality)
Midstay and/or weekly cleaning and change of towels and linens
Baby cot's linens


Included in the rental price:
Final Cleaning
Towels and linens
Electricity
Gas
Water
Internet Wifi
High chair (upon request at booking)
Babycot (upon request at booking)

Property manager

Lucca Apartments and Villas

Languages

Arabic, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,615 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in fee: EUR 50
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: EUR 50

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT046017C2LZ6MMLPF

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Exquisite Luxury Quiet Apartment Gentle Outdoor Enjoy Charm
Exquisite Luxury Quiet Gentle Outdoor Enjoy Charm Lucca
Exquisite Luxury Quiet Apartment Gentle Outdoor Enjoy Charm
Exquisite Luxury Quiet Gentle Outdoor Enjoy Charm Lucca
Exquisite Luxury Quiet Gentle Outdoor Enjoy Charm
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About the neighborhood

Map
Lucca, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Walls of Lucca - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lucca Roman Amphitheatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Guinigi Tower - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Piazza Napoleone - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Lucca Station - 17 min walk
  • Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪De Cervesia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Momus Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Piazza Santa Maria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Il Pastaro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gelateria la Crema Matta - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Ground Floor Apartment with Private Garden Inside the Walls of Lucca pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Ground Floor Apartment with Private Garden Inside the Walls of Lucca?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Ground Floor Apartment with Private Garden Inside the Walls of Lucca?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Ground Floor Apartment with Private Garden Inside the Walls of Lucca located?

Located in Lucca Historical Center, this apartment building is steps from Walls of Lucca, Basilica of San Frediano, and Piazza Santa Maria. Museum of Torture and Porta Santa Maria are just steps away. Lucca Station is 17 minutes by foot.

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Spacious Ground Floor Apartment with Private Garden Inside the Walls of Lucca Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Beautiful and comfortable!
Comfortable beds, great dining room and outdoor space! Loved the location’ we cannot wait to come back! It was best apartment rental we have ever had!
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Perfect stay
Casa Francesca is both spacious and well located on the ground floor making it easy to transport suitcases. It’s in a great spot as well.

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property!
Great location close to everything. Lovely decor. Beautiful garden area. Comfortable beds. All in all, a great stay. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Everything about the rental was lovely and perfect except make sure you bring some extra paper towel
The environment and location was wonderful, could not have been better!!! More paper goods and info on how to use the coffee machine, we never were able to use it and had to use the drip American coffee maker.

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious lodging with a lovely patio
Accommodations were very spacious for two couples. Nice kitchen. Large living room Large dining room. We loved having an outdoor patio. It has a nice location, with easy access to the the city wall and a short walk from the tourist attractions in town. At the same time, it was a little bit off the beaten track. We didn't feel like we were in the middle of the most "touristy" part of town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful Ground Floor Apartment with Garden
Beautifully decorated and laid out spacious apartment (the decor has been updated since the photos). Amazing kitchen and outdoor space next to the wall and Porto Santa Maria for easy access for our morning runs and to explore the surrounding area. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
THE most amazing apartment
So much to say about this apartment: it’s breathtakingly beautiful, the air con was sublime, the location was perfect, the bedrooms were comfortable and spacious. Everything about it was perfect. Would 100% recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lou D.

Great location and even greater apartment
The apartment was located in a excellent location in Lucca. The apartment itself was spacious, clean and very well decorated. We loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jesse M.

Absolutely wonderful in every way
This is a gorgeous lavishly appointed apartment in a great location. Lots of light and air, everything sparking new, handsome historic building--everything great.

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lucca stay
Wonderful apartment. Quiet, and lovely back patio. Very clean and well furnished. Right below the wall for easy access. Bike rental just around the corner. Easy walk to many recommended restaurants. Should let guests know via website that communication via WhatsApp is the best way to communicate with property management and not texting. Site manager was there to meet us when we arrived with informative check in. Would highly recommend this apartment and the management company.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William K.

Wonderful Stay in Lucca
Our three week apartment rental in Lucca exceeded our expectations. The two bedrooms were beautifully decorated, spacious and comfortable and the kitchen was full of light and airy. The adjoining terrace was delightful, giving us privacy but also allowing us to view daily life in the walled city. Mrs. Sonia was helpful in directing us to grocery stores and specialty shops--- very accommodating. The apartment's location was perfect---easy access to the promenade, walking distance to the train station. We plan to return next Spring hopefully for six weeks. Bill & Jo Ann--USA
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10/10 Excellent

Mark M., South Yarra, Australia

Quiet but close to everything, super comfortable
Lovely large apartment with pretty much every mod con you might need. We regard it as one of the best positions within the walls. Easy to get to everything but away from the tourist heavy parts. Lots of good shops, bars, restaurants etc nearby. And the Lucca Language School is a 5 minute walk which happens to go right past our favourite cafe in Lucca... Excellent kitchen, laundry, dining room, lounge etc etc. The description covers it pretty well however the pleasure of having lots of windows that look out on to the garden and sky is a rare pleasure in most accommodation in Italy. Ms. Sonia is always good to deal with. The owners live in the apartment above but apart from a friendly smile every now and again you would not know they are there.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Stephanie F.

Nice Location
Fairly well equipped apartment in a nice quiet location that is close to everything in Lucca. Nice finishes. Did find the apartment to be dark at times seeing as the windows are strictly to the front and back of this long apartment. Beautiful kitchen with lots of natural light. Nice outside seating area. Did note a musty smell to the couches and when returning to the apartment after a long day out it also smelt a bit musty. Once windows were opened it was fine. Very comfortable beds. Nice to have 3 bathrooms with 4 adult travellers. Quiet location for the most part. We choose to park in the free lot outside of the walls and the walk was an easy 5 minutes. Plenty of good restaurants in Lucca...you can't really go wrong....Try Osteria San Giorgio. Mrs Sonia was very nice...Thanks for a nice stay!

10/10 Excellent

Blaine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Accommodations!
My two best friends and I stayed 5 days/4 nights in Lucca for a 30 year Girls’ Trip Reunion! We absolutely loved the apartment! The location was perfectly situated right inside the walls and close to parking, restaurants, shops, and bike rentals! The ground floor apartment was so convenient and luxurious! The photos online do not even do it justice. The living and dining room have been completely redone with new furniture upgrades which made it appear more sleek and bright. In addition, the online photos showed two bedrooms with 3 beds (one queen in one bedroom and two twins in the other.) Since there were three of us, we did expect that we all had our own bed. However, upon arrival we found that the bedrooms had also changed a bit and each only offered a queen, which meant that two of us would have to share a bed. Luckily, we didn’t care and made the adjustment but that may not be possible for some and it is worth mentioning. Being three women in our 50s, we loved each having our own bathrooms! The kitchen was well stocked with anything needed for cooking/serving. The outdoor patio off of the kitchen was a lovely bonus. We spent an entire day exploring Lucca and rented bikes to ride the perimeter a top the city walls -which is a MUST! We loved our leisurely strolls to cafes and dinner spots. We also enjoyed using Lucca as our hub for day trips to Pisa, Florence and Cinque Terra. It was a trip for the memory books and Casa Francesca was the perfect accommodation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Simply exceeded our expectations
We can't say enough about the apartment and Lucca Apartments & Villas. Everything was fantastic. Cristina personally met us at check in and went over everything with us. She'd turned the AC down so when we arrived, it was cool. We felt so fortunate to have found a ground floor apartment (with a private patio area) and being just inside the city wall of Lucca made it perfect to walk to the pick up point (as we couldn't bring our car inside the city). We found free and safe parking a few minutes' walk away. We came with my husband's parents and to have a space that was easily accessible, so well appointed, and with amazing living space simply exceeded our expectations. We adored Lucca and cannot wait to come back!

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay at a gem of a location
We had an amazing stay in this lovely home in Lucca. We found the air conditioners and washer/dryer especially useful during our stay. The owner (Sonya) was very responsive to our inquires and quite helpful with a well developed booklet of information on the property for our stay. Lucca is a gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property in a awesome city
We (4 persons, 2 adults and 2 kids (17 & 16 years old) enjoyed our stay in this lovely property very much. Lucca is a great place to be. We can recommend the property and hope to be back soon.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Apartment/Great Location
The apartment is very comfortable and spacious. My girl friend and I enjoyed the entire apartment and loved the kitchen as we were able to purchase good foods very close by and have some meals in the apartment. There are plenty of places to eat nearby and the shopping is over the top! Lucca is a great place to stay, plan your tours and enjoy the lovely sites, food and shopping. The private tour company (TAU Touring) Mrs. Sonia recommended was great and recommended if you don't want to do a group tour. I highly recommend this property for a wonderful experience in Italy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Candace D.

It was perfect. Very clean and well appointed.
Mrs. Sonia was great. We really appreciated her assistance in helping with my medical emergency.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Phil C.

Great apartment for Lucca exploration
My wife and I reserved this apartment for a stay with 2 other adults but ended up on our own. Sonia met us as planned and was responsive and helpful throughout the process from booking to end. The apartment combines traditional Italian style with modern amenities. Air Conditioning, 3 full completely new bathrooms, a modern kitchen, good internet, and two comfortable bedrooms. The location is really good. Though on the Northeastern edge of the city within the wall, the rest of Lucca by foot is, at most, 20 minutes. We walked from the apartment to the train station in 18 minutes. A bike rental shop is within 100 yards and is located adjacent to the wall with easy access for terrific & easy rides around the top! We did this several times. Markets, coffee shops and restaurants are very convenient. The only recommendation that I have is to make certain Sonia or one of her staff demonstrate how to operate the hot water heater. Utilities are at a premium in Italy and I suppose that it doesn't operate continually like here in the U.S. We awoke to cold water on the last day of our stay with a 3 hour drive ahead of us. Not a big deal, but I now wish that I had thought of that question. Bottom line - great apartment, excellent host and delightful surroundings. We would definetly consider staying there again, but we understand that Sonia has a good number of other sites around the city, so given her level of professionalism, we would feel comfortable with any she represented. Restaurant recommendation: Trattoria Canuleia - best meal of 2 week trip! Winery recoomendation: Fattoria Del Teso Srl Bar recommendation: La Cantina di Lucca
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bruce L., Ottawa

Magical, Enchanting and Exquisite Lucca. Casa Francesca is WONDERFUL.
Our holiday in Lucca was one of the very best vacations ever. Our accommodation was excellent. Our Lucca home was spotlessly clean, beautifully fitted with exceptionally furniture, extremely comfortable beds, and the best location in town. We were treated to an amazing dining room, living room and little private garden where conversation, wine and amazing local food were continuously enjoyed. The location of the apartment is excellent. Easy and interesting walks to all the highlights Lucca has to offer and steps away from the rampart that surrounds the city. Local stores were just down the street, in both directions, and the proprietors could not have been more friendly, accommodating and the food selection was absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend this apartment. Mrs Sonia and her staff were exceptionally friendly and courteous. One word of warning however, don't spend too much time in the amazing little private garden at the back, it becomes completely addictive. Thanks again for a wonderful holiday. We would love to return.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Perfecto!
This place was very clean and comfortable. Great location near the wall and shopping. Sonia was very kind and patient with us when arrived. Our driver dropped us off at the wrong location and she helped guide us to the place. I highly recommend this location for a enjoyable visit to Lucca.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

Look No Further!
Very nice apartment in a charming, quiet neighborhood area. Great access to shopping and restau-rants. Great little coffee/wine/food establishment 2 minutes walking in the street out the door. We spent countless hours early mornings and late evenings in the romantic little garden, a really fun place! The apartment was great for two couples and Sonia made certain that we understood every-thing and was there for anything we needed. Great value. Recommended for those who are looking for a real luxury and special apartment. Sonia is the best agent and her company Lucca Apartments and Villas is magical! Highly highly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Sabine R.

WE ENJOYED THE GARDEN VERY MUCH!
Sonia- it was great to meet you and we had a WONDERFUL time staying in your apartment! We loved the views, the life around the Piazza, and it’s our favorite area of Lucca – so close to everything! The garden was our favourite spot! Everything in the apartment was incredibly high quality: beds, kitchen and bathrooms. We are now in Rome for a week, and it’s very different. Thank you for everything – we hope to rent from you again sometime in a year or two!

10/10 Excellent

Odette A.

Impressive Apartment with private garden in Lucca
We were a party of 4 cousins whose grandparents emigrated to Scotland from Italy, in fact a small village not far from Lucca called Borgo a Mozzano. Lucca was to be our central point for family research and so we rented the Casa Francesca Apartment for 6 weeks. What an absolutely wonderful place it turned out to be! We experienced a real Italian home, just as our ancestors once lived in, and it was everything that it was advertised - the photographs are a true representation!! Sonia was so helpful and informative, something none of us had experienced before when renting a property. The location was perfect, the house was spotless, the rooms large, the beds comfortable, the kitchen well equipped and the apartment so well furnished that all our needs were met. The garden was a real treat and we loved it. I could go on at length but suffice to say, we would all recommend this apartment and..........we will be back!!!! Thank you for a superb week's holiday!! Grazie Mille