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VILLA GIANNA, the Secret Interior Designer's Private Retreat with Pool

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Interior
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

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

VILLA GIANNA, the Secret Interior Designer's Private Retreat with Pool

If you’ve dreamed of restoring an antique home in the Italian countryside, live out your fantasy at VILLA GIANNA. Here, the work has already been done, and you’re free to spend your holiday enjoying the charming traditional architecture and modern comforts of this luxury vacation rental with private pool by the hamlet of Montecarlo. Simply unwind in the private enclosed gardens with family and friends overlooking the medieval architecture of a church dating back to 10th century, or use the property as a base to explore the area around Lucca.
A panoramic road will bring you out of the village of Montecarlo, into the hills and up to the gates of this romantic, honeymoon-worthy estate. Its terrace and pergola open to uninterrupted views of the antique Italian garden, but trees and hedges hide the gardens from sight, so you’ll feel like the only one for miles as you sink into the pool, or prepare a meal at the al-fresco barbecue.
Though VILLA GIANNA still has its classic tiled roof, stone walls and floors, beamed ceilings, and wide hearth, its furnishings bring the villa comfortably into the modern age. Large bedrooms invite you to linger in while overlooking the charming garden, the dining table has seating for six and there’s even a central counter for amazing cooking classes in the fully equipped spacious kitchen.
The owner of Villa Gianna -who is also a bespoke interior designer- took great care of each details, multiple relaxing areas area the features of his latest creation: each single corner of this manicured garden is a pleasure for eyes. You can choose from sunbathing on a lounger by the pool or linger on a comfortable armchair by the antique gate or under the gazebo by the church.
Set close to all main sights of Tuscany such as Lucca, Pisa, Florence, Pistoia, Montecatini Terme, Cinque Terre and San Gimignano, VILLA GIANNA is located just a short drive outside the hilltop town of Montecarlo, which has medieval roots along with modern amenities such as several groceries selling local harvested fruit, vegetable, cheeses, a wide assortment of shops, wonderful restaurants and many wineries that produce some of the most treasured wines and extra virgin olives oil.

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

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Theme parks nearby

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

  • Unit size: 1722 sq ft (160 sq m)

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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 10:30 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

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
This property accepts cash
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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

331427

About the neighborhood

Map
Montecarlo, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • San Domenico - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Villa Garzoni - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Pinocchio Park - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Terme di Montecatini - 13 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Terme Tettuccio - 13 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Pescia Station - 4 min drive
  • Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zaira - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza di Mangiafuoco Pescia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pasticceria Toscana - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Al Taglio di Coppi C. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Quadrifoglio - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is VILLA GIANNA, the Secret Interior Designer's Private Retreat with Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at VILLA GIANNA, the Secret Interior Designer's Private Retreat with Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at VILLA GIANNA, the Secret Interior Designer's Private Retreat with Pool?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is VILLA GIANNA, the Secret Interior Designer's Private Retreat with Pool located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is within 3 mi (5 km) of Oak Tree of Pinocchio, Pinocchio Park, and Porta Fiorentina. Villa Garzoni and Gipsoteca Libero Andreotti Civic Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km). Pescia Station is 29 minutes by foot.

VILLA GIANNA, the Secret Interior Designer's Private Retreat with Pool Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, peaceful villa
Had a wonderful week relaxing here. Air conditioning in the bedrooms a godsend. Beds really comfy. Stunning gardens with lots of places to sunbathe or relax in the shade including a lovely little pool to cool off in. Only 10 mins drive from Montecarlo where there are four or five excellent restaurants. Ideal to explore Florence/Tuscany and the Appenines too. You need a car.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ytai A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfecto villa
This villa was just amazing for my family. We had the best time. The communication with check in was great. If you need anything they were right there to help. Villa was right next to a church with the bell ringing. The pool was perfect and refreshing. Winery right next door.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Villa ,Magical Stay!
I knew instantly when I saw the listing for this Villa that it stood apart from the others! In person though it is even more beautiful! The owner is a decorator and his home is like a showroom for his talent and taste. We even visited his design shop where we loved things everywhere we looked. He( Giovanni) is very nice and even brought us breakfast one morning! To talk about our magical stay I must talk about the manager, Martina! From her beautiful welcoming smile to her unbelievable communication to help us know where to go, how to get there, and anything else we needed in a foreign country during our 10 night stay and beyond! The highlight of our stay was having Martina’s mother, Francesca and Chris come to the villa for a private cooking class and then they served us what we made like an upscale restaurant!! The location of this villa is perfect for making day trips to so many places and the town of Montecarlo is absolutely beautiful! Hands down this was the perfect choice and we would come back here in a heartbeat!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Quentin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful escape
Gorgeous property with so many hidden gems in the lovely garden. Chiara looked after us perfectly despite our slightly delayed arrival. Nothing was too much trouble. Great area and easy to Lucca, Florence, Pisa and the coast.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic Villa
This property is so beautiful and inviting and perfect for a large group. Chiara was a delight to work with and very helpful. The property is close to train stations and wonderful restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
We just arrived home from a wonderful stay at Villa Gianna. Everything was perfect! The location of the house was ideal for getting around Tuscany (we had a rental car and there is an area on the property for parking). We really enjoyed visiting Lucca which is very near and a hidden gem of a city. Check in was very simple and Chiara was easy to communicate with via WhatsApp. We were there during a heatwave so the pool was heavily used! The air conditioning worked really well (the bedrooms each had their own units) and we did a small amount of food preparation and a load of laundry! Beds were comfortable and the outdoor areas were spacious but still cozy. We stayed at 5 different accommodation types during our month in Italy and Villa Gianna was my kids’ favourite!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Klaus H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr freundlich, sehr gut gelegen
Montecarlo ist ein wirklicher Geheimtip
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021