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Villa Ricordi-Casa Turandot

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Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Property grounds
Sun loungers

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

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 Ricordi-Casa Turandot

Going through the gates of the Villa Ricordi- Casa sotto la Torre is like going through a portal beyond which you are immersed in a world that smells of ancient times.
The large garden surrounding the villa is an ideal place to rediscover the harmony and simplicity of the past, perhaps reading a book in one of the 'secret' corners, or even just relaxing with birds singing.
Giacomo Puccini, precisely because of the beauty of these places and for his peace, had his Villa built here (where he still lives) and where he drew inspiration for his immortal melodies ...
Do you know why bamboo grows in our garden?
Because this place is full of emotions, which open to your senses naturally, giving you harmony and an atmosphere that has no equal.
Casa Sotto la Torre - Villa Ricordi - is an ancient art nouveau villa of the early last century, cloaked in that mysterious and serene charm that only these houses are able to convey.
Casa Turandot, occupies the entire ground floor, and is very welcoming with its three double bedrooms, its high ceilings, the kitchen and the living room with the fireplace and direct access to the garden and to the private pergola which guarantees privacy and freedom, two bathrooms complete the house.
A Casa Butterfly, located on the entire first floor, is accessed through a suggestive external staircase. To welcome us, once you cross the threshold, a beautiful stained glass window leads us into the real house, which opens with a very bright eat-in kitchen, facing south. Two adjacent bathrooms serve 4 double bedrooms, one of which with a delightful balcony overlooking the garden and the tree-lined avenue leading to the nearby lake.
At 300 meters from the Villa, on the shores of the lake, there is the villa-museum of Giacomo Puccini, and near the Gran Teatro where every year, in the summer, the master's works are represented: among his most famous harmonies we remember Madama Butterfly, La Turandot, Tosca .... which attract thousands of fans and not about this magnificent theater on the shores of the lake.
A beautiful and fresh belvedere on the lake will give you moments of relaxation, where you will find well-kept flower beds, restaurants and ice cream parlors ...
The bus stop is right in front of the Villa.

Property manager

luca granucci

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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
  • Property does not allow children

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

This property does not allow children
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Important information

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
Property Registration Number IT046033c2ciam62kk

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

Vrbo Property
Ricordi Casa Turandot
Villa Ricordi-casa Turandot Viareggio
Villa Ricordi-casa Turandot Private vacation home
Villa Ricordi-casa Turandot Private vacation home Viareggio

About the neighborhood

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Torre del Lago Puccini, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Massaciuccoli Lake - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Villa Puccini - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Villa Borbone - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Passeggiata di Viareggio - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Viareggio Beach - 13 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Torre del Lago Puccini Station - 14 min walk
  • Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante da Stefano - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Piccadilly - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Diesis - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Albergo Losanna - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Le 3 Scimmie - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Ricordi-Casa Turandot have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Ricordi-Casa Turandot pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Ricordi-Casa Turandot?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Ricordi-Casa Turandot?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Ricordi-Casa Turandot located?

Situated in Viareggio, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Massaciuccoli Lake and Villa Puccini. Spiaggia della Lecciona and Villa Borbone are also within 3 mi (5 km). Torre del Lago Puccini Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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Villa Ricordi-Casa Turandot Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter S. D.

A Beautiful Villa by the Sea in Tuscany
Luca and Lisa, the owners of Casa Turandot (Villa Ricordi), were keenly interested in our comfort and our Italian experience. Their rental home in Torre del Lago was perfect for our vacation plans. The house is clean comfortable and authentic. The backyard allowed us to soak up the Tuscan sun. The kitchen is well equipped for making delicious breakfast and dinner meals with fresh ingredients purchased in town. The bicycles provided are great for local exploration and trips to the sea. Casa Turandot is well situated for daily excursions to the beautiful sites of Tuscany as we visited Lucca, Cingue Terre, Montecarlo, Pisa and San Gimignano. We highly recommend Casa Turandot for your Italy vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2016

10/10 Excellent

maria h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
un lieu de ressourcement et de plaisir
Très bon emplacement, beau jardin et très bon accueil par le propriétaire/gérant mais maison méritant d'être mieux équipée en literie et avec un canapé confortable pour se reposer
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Anja v.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Verblijf in appartement Turandot
Prima locatie, vlakbij strand en prima restaurants. Huis schoon en leuk ingericht, met lekker zwembad. Zeer aardige en behulpzame gastheer-en vrouw!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Tutto perfetto!
Siamo stati per Pasqua in sei con tre cani. Ambiente perfetto. Non mancava nulla. Grandi spazi anche per i nostri animali. Proprietari gentili, cortesi e sempre disponibili! Da ripetere!

10/10 Excellent

claudio r.

Vacanza Fantastica
L'accoglienza e' stata perfetta, Luca e Lisa sono degli ospiti impeccabili e la loro casa e' unica nel suo genere. È' stata mantenuta l'atmosfera originale dell'epoca, ma offre tutte le comodità che una persona richiede quando è in vacanza. La casa e' spaziosa , confortevole e con stanze ampie e luminose, un giardino spettacolare sicuramente bello ora ma stupendo in primavera ed estate. Un'altra nota positiva della casa e' la vicinanza al lago, luogo straordinariamente romantico, ci si arriva con una breve passeggiata ed offre una visuale che va dalle Apuane fino ai monti Pisani. Uno spettacolo! Il nostro soggiorno e' stato troppo breve, deve essere ripetuto!!!
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Wonderful host - the experience surpassed our expectations
The only issue was operating the clothes washing machine - it is either Italian, or temperamental, or actually in need of repair? It may be helpful to have instructions for use in languages other than Italian. Please note this is meant as a constructive suggestion. The property, the location, and the gracious assistance of the host were all remarkable and we give it ten from ten. We aim to return and will highly recommend the villa to friends
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

John S.

A really comfortable, atmospheric property with an amazing garden
My wife and I rented the ground floor apartment for 3 weeks in June 2018 and had friends visit us on two occasions during our stay. The initial impression was that the villa/apartment was slightly old fashioned but this was charming as the villa dated from the 1890's and most of the interior decor from the 1930's. It was really comfortable with everything we needed, in a quiet location close to the lake. The garden was full of flowering plants such as jasmine - really great. We can only recommend the property 100% - Luca and Lisa the hosts were very friendly and helpful and gave us lots of tips and hints on things to do and places to visit locally. We are seriously considering a return trip next year ! Thank you Luca and Lisa - ciao !
Stayed 21 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carolin H.

Eine traumhafte Lokation
Die Villa ist charmant eingerichtet, hat einen riesigen Park und alle Dinge, die man brauchen könnte. Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt zu sechst! Insbesondere ist Luca, der Vermieter sehr angenehm, wir kommen gerne wieder...
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H., El Dorado Hills

Authentic Tuscany Villa in charming Torre del Lago
Luca, the host, goes above and beyond in ensuring that your every needs are met. He is a host who immediately becomes a friend. The home is truly authentic and offers a sense of tranquility and peace. Only a mile from the train and the bus stop is quite close. Short walk to Puccini's home and lake. A perfect place to call home base while taking day trips by train throughout the Tuscany region. I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Giada M.

Sehr schöne Villa mit tollem Garten und überdachter Terrasse mit nahen sehr schönen Stränden
Die Villa ist von außen sehr schön und hat einen wunderschön angelegten großen Garten mit Pool. Von innen besteht vor allem die Bäder betreffend etwas Renovierungsbedarf, was den Urlaub aber keineswegs getrübt hat. Perfekt war die überdachte Terrasse mit grossem Esstisch, so dass man immer draußen essen konnte. Der sehr breite Sandstrand ist in etwa 5-10 min mit dem Auto erreichbar und wirklich toll. Wir haben im Erdgeschoss gewohnt, was mit kleinen Kindern ideal war, da sie gleich raus konnten um im Garten zu spielen. Der Besitzer Luca ist sehr nett und hilfsbereit und schaut regelmäßig vorbei um zu Fragen, ob alles in Ordnung ist.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joanna L.

Idyllic Tuscan Retreat
Five friends came together to celebrate a special birthday including going to the Puccini Festival. Staying at Casa Turandot made it perfect. Five minutes walk to the Lake and ten minutes to the town. Our host Luca was charming and very helpful. A beautiful place. Tranquil. Places to sit in the shade and in the sun
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

DEZAN C.

Séjour en toscane
Bonjour, nous avons apprécié notre séjour à Torre del Lago, Lucca et Lisa sont très sympathiques et très serviables. Nous étions en famille avec 2 enfants. Torre del lago est idéal pour visiter Pise, Lucca et Florence. Nous avons été à Florence en train sans souci. Il y a d'excellentes épiceries dans la rue Giacomo Puccini proches de la location où vous trouverez tout le nécessaire pour votre séjour ainsi que des spécialités : pâtes fraîches, ... Les restaurants du lac sont très bien également. Céline et Hervé
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Villa in the heart of Tuscany!
What an amazing three weeks in Italy! The Villa Turandot was absolutely amazing and Luca and Lisa were wonderful hosts. The villa was spacious, had a full kitchen, and a lovely backdoor sitting area to drink wine and watch the sunset. We can't wait to return and spend more time at this beautiful place.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mateusz Ś.

Amazing Villa for your unforgetfull holiday
I was staying in this Villa with large group of friends with children. The villa is very spacious and easily accommodated all of us. We really liked large garden and our children enjoyed large swimming pool. Outside in the garden is a large table, which we used every evening for long dinners and drinks. All the pictures of he Villa are very realistic. Our hosts, Luca and Lisa are very helpful and friendly. We had a very great time living there and we hope we will go back for nest holiday there. I can honestly recommend this place for family holiday. Piotr and friends from Krakow
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cécile G.

Des vacances formidables *
Une maison traditionnelle des années 30' absolument magnifique nichée en Toscane au delà du temps... de beaux espaces pour une grande famille (la notre > 4 enfants). Rez de chaussée tout confort avec un grand jardin paysagé et une belle piscine à partager avec les voisins du dessus... A deux pas de la mer, de Pise, et des carrières de Carrara... et à un saut de puce de Firenze. Les propriétaires sont fantastiques : Luca & Lisa sont à deux pas tout le temps. A disposition pour renseigner sur l'opportunité d'une plage ou flécher un bon restaurant. Nous avons plus que tout apprécié le calme dépaysement... la proximité du lac sur lequel on peut faire de douces balades... et les vélos à disposition des résidents qui vous accompagnent pour la mer ou pour les courses. Nous recommandons chaudement cette belle adresse !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

Absolut empfehlenswert, gerne wieder
Die Villa ist sehr schön. Wir hatten die Erdgeschosswohnung. Die Lage ist zwischen Meer und einem See, der zwar nicht zum Schwimmen gedacht ist, aber eine wunderschöne Kulisse bildet. Der See ist recht einsam und leer, bietet aber mehrere Restaurants mit gutem Niveau. Im Sommer finden dort die Puccini Festspiele statt, die in einem Amphitheater aufgeführt werden. Der Vermieter bietet 2 Kanus kostenlos an, mit denen man über den See paddeln kann, dies bei herrlicher Kulisse über den See mit Bergen im Hintergrund. Der Strand ist im Sommer sehr voll, aber der Vermieter nennt gerne einen Geheimtipp für einen Abschnitt des Strandes, der leer ist (unbedingt gleich am Anfang des Urlaubs erfragen, damit man gar nicht erst im Getümmel landet). Das Haus hat einen bezaubernden Garten mit toller Bepflanzung, auch ein Aufstellpool ist vorhanden, der einem Erfrischung nach zu langem Sonnenbad bietet. Das Haus verfügt über alles, was man braucht, kein Luxus, aber zum Wohlfühlen geeignet. Der Vermieter ist wirklich sehr nett, er schaut ab und zu nach dem Rechten, ist unaufdringlich, aber stets bereit, einem Tipps zur Erkundung der Gegend zu machen. In der näheren Umgebung locken Pisa und Lucca. Wer keine "Einstürzenden Altbauten" mag (nur bestimmte Generationen verstehen die Andeutung auf den schiefen Turm und die ähnlich lautende Band), sollte nach Lucca fahren, das wunderschön ist. Auch Florenz ist in ca. 90 Minuten erreichbar, über Florenz muss man nicht mehr schreiben, eine der schönsten Städte der Welt. Der Vermieter stellt auch kostenlos Fahrräder zur Verfügung, mit denen man alle Ziele im Ort erreichen kann. Gerne wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Frederic R., the woodlands, Texas

Amazing time in Tuscani
Luca is an amazing man. Very helpful. Every time we had a problem, he went to fix it. What you see on the picture is what you see in real. Except the mosquitos. Bring your spray. The house is beautiful, well equipped. There is a lot of things to do around. Pisa, Firenze, the sea and the Lac. You'll like this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Przemyslaw D.

Great villa, good location
For us it was a perfect experience. Nice villa, beautiful garden, and swimming pool. Good location with bus stop just on the front. If you add available bikes you can leave a car behind. Pisa, Florence, Lucca, and other attraction are in day trip reach. Puccinin's villa and lake are just 5min walk. Owner is very nice and helpful, you can easily reach him over the phone or email(via HomeAway app).He will give you some tips on places to visit or restaurants to go. Villa is furnitured in 1930's style, but we love it. It's clean and nicely maintained. You can have all your meals in the garden surrounded by copies of famous Italian sculptress and chill out in the pool after busy day till dawn. The only think is , the old chairs laing around in the garden. I suppose they have been intended to add an last century feeling , but they are rusty and looks like belong to scrapyard. Shops and restaurants are in walking distance. You can reach beach by bike ( as we did) or presume by bus. Overall highly recommended .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

gabriele L.

Weekend in famiglia Rainbow
Bellissimo soggiorno in villa con arredi d'epoca e giardino molto ben curato e attrezzato per pranzi o cene. Ampie stanze con soffitti alti e il sapore di una volta. A due passi dal lago, la spiaggia si raggiunge facilmente con le bici messe a disposizione. Gentilissimo Luca nel gestire il tutto. Torneremo.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne P.

Amazing stay in villa by the sea!
perfectly located for amazing day trips just a stones throw away from the beaches, beautiful coastline and wonderful outdoor eateries. Our day trips included Cinque Terre, Montecarlo, and Carmignano. All within an hours drive. We enjoyed cooking in the charming farm kitchen and riding bikes to the beach! Luca and Lisa were always in contact to give us suggestions on restaurants, ice cream and day trips!! They were wonderful hosts! We would love to return to this special villa. Jeanne and Michael
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Irena S.

Authentische Ferienwohnung mit schönem Garten und nettem Vermieter
Die alte Villa ist authentisch restauriert und sehr schön. Auch wenn der moderne Komfort deswegen etwas auf der Strecke bleibt (z.B. kein Sofa, kleiner Fernseher) wird doch dadurch der Charme des Hauses gewahrt. Der Garten ist groß und sehr schön. Der Vermieter ist sehr nett und bemüht jedes Problem sofort zu lösen.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

emanuele o.

Soggiorno romantico in riva al lago
Atmosfera magica di note soffuse che si respirano nella villa, dove ogni cosa ricorda le arie del maestro Giacomo Puccini. Ottimo punto di partenza per girare la Toscana... Consigliata!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

laura p.

Toscana e relax....
Avevamo trascorso una breve vacanza in Villa Ricordi a Casa Butterfly, questa volta siamo stati ospiti di Casa Turandot..... e le impressioni positive sono state confermate appieno!!!! Cordialità, familiarità e tanta pulizia...... Posizione molto strategica..... la consigliamo vivamente!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maria Laura G.

Relax in Villa...
Siamo capitati quasi per caso in Casa Turadot: un bellissimo appartamento all'interno di una Villa Liberty vicino al lago, e la nostra vacanza si è trasformata in un sogno... Abbiamo trascorso il nostro tempo a fare escursioni con le biciclette, messe a nostra disposizione da Luca e Lisa ( proprietari sempre molto attenti a tutte le nostre esigenze, che ci hanno fatto sentire in famiglia...) e nel grande giardino dove abbiamo passeggiato letto libri e goduto di un caldo sole invernale.... Abbiamo già prenotato un'altra vacanza in questa casa, che è entrata subito nei nostri cuori.....
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

emanuela g.

soggiorno all insegna del riposo e ospitalita' calorosa
ringraziamo i proprietari Luca e Lisa per la loro cordiale ospitalita'... appartamento curato pulito e sopratutto funzionale e pratico sia per bambini che per adulti. l appartamento si avvale di uno spendido giardino attrezzato e verde la posizione è ottimale.,tranquillo e silenzioso...a un passo dal bellissimo lago e a poca distanza dal mare.... appartamento da consigliare per ogni genere di situazione....famiglie co figli, gruppi di amici o coppie in cerca di posti romantici....
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2016