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Superbe villa du 18ème siècle avec de superbes vues et piscine, 8 km de Lucca

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Restauration extérieure
Extérieur
Réfrigérateur, micro-ondes, four, plaque de cuisson
6 chambres, coffres-forts dans les chambres, fer et planche à repasser
Piscine extérieure, piscine chauffée

Avis voyageurs

9,8 sur 10
Exceptionnel

Maison entière

6 chambres4 salles de bain10 personnes350 m²

Équipements populaires

  • Piscine
  • Sèche-linge
  • Lave-linge
  • Parking disponible
  • Cheminée
  • Petit déjeuner disponible

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Map
Lucca, Toscana
  • Piazza Napoleone
    ‪17 min en voiture‬
  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
    ‪18 min en voiture‬
  • Tour Torre Guinigi
    ‪19 min en voiture‬
  • Pise (PSA-Galileo Galilei)
    ‪44 min en voiture‬

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Superbe villa du 18ème siècle avec de superbes vues et piscine, 8 km de Lucca

Al Bastini est une belle villa-ferme du 18ème siècle avec une vue magnifique. La maison est dans un style toscan traditionnel avec des pierres et des terres cuites locales, de hauts plafonds avec des poutres en châtaignier et des cheminées à foyer ouvert. Il a été soigneusement restauré à un niveau très élevé avec un mélange parfait de l'antiquité et le confort moderne. Les installations comprennent la climatisation, WiFi haut débit, satellite 50 'TV plasma, DVD, table de billard et tennis de table. Situé dans 7 acres de terrasses en pente douce avec de vieux oliviers et d'arbres fruitiers, les jardins paysagers disposent parterres de fleurs, les pelouses, une piscine chauffée 10 x 5m, et 3 zones en dehors de l'alimentation à la fois dans le soleil et l'ombre. Il ya une loggia, terrasse de jasmin avec barbecue en pierre, et une piscine-côté pergola couverte de glycines, toutes avec vue sur les magnifiques vues. Il ya des chaises de jardin et transats amplement qualité pour la détente. Veuillez vous reporter à la rubrique «Règles de la maison» pour connaître notre politique d'annulation, car nous proposons des remboursements.

A seulement 15 minutes du centre de Lucca, Al Bastini est idéalement situé dans un paysage idyllique à distance confortable des villes historiques de Pise, Florence et Sienne.

A quelques minutes en voiture des magasins et des restaurants dans le village de San Macario in Piano. A 5 minutes supplémentaires sont à 3 grands supermarchés et dans 5 minutes, vous arriverez à Lucca. L'aéroport de Pise et la côte de la Versilia peut être atteint en 30 minutes.

La Toscane et l'Ombrie regorgent de lieux à visiter - les plus évidents étant Florence (1 heure de route), Sienne (1,5 heure) et San Gimignano (2 heures).

Les élégantes stations balnéaires de Viareggio et Forte dei Marmi sont à 30 minutes. Vous pouvez également visiter Lerici sur la côte, un endroit pittoresque avec une vue imprenable, à partir de laquelle vous pouvez obtenir un court trajet en bateau à Portavenere et profiter des bons restaurants de fruits de mer. De nouveau sur la côte se trouvent les Cinque Terre, cinq charmants villages côtiers tous reliés par le train, le bateau ou à pied et qui valent bien une visite.

Pour un court voyage, il est intéressant d'aller à l'élégant Montecatini (30 minutes), une ville thermale (mais ne pas porter des shorts que vous ne serez pas autorisés dans les salles de bains). Vous pouvez prendre le train (ou un taxi!Ou conduire vous-même) jusqu'à l'ancien village perché qui est très jolie. Un autre endroit pour le déjeuner est Montecarlo (20 min) ou Vinci (demeure de Léonard) qui, en plus de quelques très bons restaurants, a un musée fascinant avec des modèles à échelle réduite de toutes ses inventions et posters de ses œuvres.

Puccini est né à Lucques et l'ancienne basilique San Giovanni in Lucca détient récitals quotidiens de sa musique. Il ya aussi un air festival annuel d'opéra de Puccini thoughout Juillet et Août à proximité Torre del Lago.

Il vaut la peine d'un voyage est de suivre la Piero della sentier Francesca (comme dans le livre de John Mortimer été cession-bail John Mortimer également séjourné au Al Bastini) que vous pouvez commencer à Arezzo (belle ville, de route 1. 5 heures) et continuer à San Sepolcro à proximité et Monterchi, pour voir d'autres exemples de son travail de fresque magnifique. Si vous avez le temps lorsque dans ce domaine, Assise et Pérouse sont également bien mérite une visite. Volterra est une belle ville de colline vaut bien une visite.

Pour les activités sportives: il ya des terrains de golf difficile à moins d'une heure, des clubs de tennis, équitation, pêche, parapente, l'alpinisme et de belles promenades sont tous disponibles dans la région.

Lors de votre séjour dans cette maison de vacances, vous ne serez qu'à quelques minutes de City Wall. Parmi les prestations de cet hébergement, on compte une piscine extérieure, le petit déjeuner (en supplément) et une laverie. Cette maison de vacances comprend des équipements et services comme l'accès Wi-Fi à Internet gratuit et une piscine privée.
  • Maison climatisée avec une piscine privée, une cuisine et une machine à laver
  • Wi-Fi gratuit
  • Un petit déjeuner est proposé en supplément
  • Pour vous délasser après une journée de visites, vous trouverez sur place une piscine extérieure
  • Parmi les prestations offertes, on trouve une laverie et une terrasse
  • Aire de jeux et activités fun pour tous les âges : passez un séjour divertissant grâce au nombreux loisirs proposés sur place
  • À 23,7 km de Tour de Pise et à 27,3 km de Hôpital de Cisanello
Cette maison de vacances offre de nombreuses prestations comme une piscine extérieure, une terrasse et des barbecues. Très pratique pour les familles, cette maison de vacances offre également une salle de jeux vidéo, un jardin et une laverie. La réception est ouverte 24h/24.

Responsable de l’hébergement

Alex Lester

Langues parlées

Anglais, français, allemand et italien

Services et équipements

Piscine/spa

  • Piscine chauffée
  • Piscine extérieure
  • Piscine privée

Internet

  • Disponible dans la maison : Wi-Fi gratuit

Parking et transports

  • Voiture nécessaire
  • Parking sur place

Cuisine

  • Batterie de cuisine, vaisselle, ustensiles
  • Bouilloire électrique
  • Cafetière ou bouilloire
  • Épices
  • Four
  • Four à micro-ondes
  • Grille-pain
  • Lave-vaisselle
  • Machine à glaçons
  • Plaque de cuisson
  • Réfrigérateur

Restauration

  • Petit-déjeuner disponible en supplément
  • Table à manger

Chambres

  • 6 chambres
  • Draps fournis

Salle de bain

  • 4 salles de bain privées
  • Baignoire
  • Bidet
  • Douche
  • Ensemble douche et baignoire
  • Papier toilette
  • Savon
  • Sèche-cheveux
  • Serviettes fournies

Espaces de vie

  • Cheminée
  • Salle à manger séparée
  • Salle de séjour
  • Table à manger

Divertissements

  • Chaîne stéréo
  • Jeux
  • Lecteur DVD
  • Livres
  • Smart TV

Espaces extérieurs

  • Barbecue
  • Jardin
  • Mobilier d’extérieur
  • Patio
  • Terrasse

Buanderie

  • Blanchisserie
  • Machine à laver

Confort

  • Chauffage
  • Climatisation

Animaux de compagnie

  • Animaux de compagnie non admis

Accessibilité

  • Hébergement non-fumeurs

Services et équipements

  • Coffre-fort
  • Fer et planche à repasser

Points forts de l’endroit

  • À la campagne
  • Près d’un centre de boutiques outlet
  • Près d’un centre spa/bien-être
  • Près d’un hôpital
  • Près de la mer

Activités

  • Piscine chauffée
  • Salle d’arcade/de jeux vidéo
  • Table de billard
  • Tennis de table
  • Bateau à moteur à proximité
  • Équitation à proximité
  • Golf à proximité
  • Natation à proximité
  • Observation d’oiseaux à proximité
  • Pêche à proximité
  • Planche à voile à proximité
  • Sentiers de randonnée à pied ou à vélo à proximité
  • Visites de vignobles à proximité
  • Voile à proximité
  • VTT à proximité

Dispositifs de sécurité

  • Détecteur de monoxyde de carbone (l’hôte a indiqué que l’hébergement était équipé d’un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone)
  • Détecteur de fumée (l’hôte a indiqué que l’hébergement était équipé d’un détecteur de fumée)
  • Trousse de premiers secours
  • Extincteur

Informations générales

  • Jardin
  • Politique globale en matière de recyclage
  • Superficie de l’unité d’hébergement : 350 mètres carrés

Conditions

Arrivée

Arrivée : 16 h 00
Âge minimum pour l'enregistrement : 23 ans

Départ

Départ avant 10 h 00

Informations concernant l’arrivée

Un e-mail contenant les instructions relatives à l'arrivée et au départ vous sera envoyé par l'hôte

Animaux domestiques

  • Les animaux ne sont pas admis.

Enfants et lits supplémentaires

  • Les enfants sont admis.

Informations importantes

À savoir absolument

Cet hébergement est géré par un hôte professionnel et fourni dans le cadre d’une activité commerciale, industrielle ou libérale.
Des frais pour toute personne supplémentaire peuvent être facturés et dépendent de la politique de l'hébergement
Une pièce d'identité officielle avec photo et un dépôt de garantie en espèces, par carte de crédit ou par carte de débit, peuvent être demandés à l'arrivée pour couvrir tous frais imprévus
Les demandes spéciales, qui ne peuvent pas être garanties, sont soumises à disponibilité à l'arrivée et peuvent entraîner des frais supplémentaires
Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont interdits
L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone
L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de fumée
Cet hébergement comprend les dispositifs de sécurité suivants : un extincteur et une trousse de secours
Cet hébergement est géré par notre partenaire, Abritel. Un e-mail d'Abritel contenant un lien vers un compte Abritel qui vous permettra de modifier ou d'annuler votre réservation
Vous recevrez un e-mail contenant des instructions relatives à l'arrivée et au départ de la part de l'hôte. Vous recevrez également un e-mail de la part d'Abritel contenant un lien vers un compte Abritel qui vous permettra de gérer votre réservation.
Numéro d’enregistrement de l’hébergement : IT046017C2M4K3XEBB

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    Tous les clients, (y compris les enfants) doivent être présents à l'enregistrement avec leur pièce d'identité officielle.
  • Les transactions en espèces effectuées sur place ne peuvent pas dépasser 5000 EUR en raison des lois du pays en vigueur. Pour plus d'informations, veuillez contacter l'hébergement aux coordonnées figurant sur la confirmation de réservation.

Avis sur l’hébergement Al Bastini - villa with glorious views & pool, 15 mins from Lucca

Avis

9,8

Exceptionnel

Note des voyageurs de 10 (Excellent), d’après 54 avis sur 60.
Note des voyageurs de 8 (Bien), d’après 5 avis sur 60.
Note des voyageurs de 6 (Satisfaisant), d’après 0 avis sur 60.
Note des voyageurs de 4 (Médiocre), d’après 0 avis sur 60.
Note des voyageurs de 2 (Horrible), d’après 1 avis sur 60.

9,6/10

Propreté

Avis

10/10 Excellent

BORSONI C.

Les points forts : Propreté

Belle demeure avec beaucoup de charme

Magnifique propriété en pierres de toscane entourée d’un vaste jardin en forme de balcon sur les collines. Belle piscine et multiples lieux différents à utiliser selon l’humeur : terrasse, hamacs, bains de soleil, salon de TV, billard …. Une belle expérience dans une belle région : Lucca, Pisa, Firenze, Viareggio, La Spezia, ….. Merci pour l’accueil.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2021

8/10 Bien

pascale f.

Les points forts : Propreté

Très belle maison dans magnifique environnement

La maison est ancienne et très belle avec une vue très agréable et un jardin luxuriant magnifique. Il y a 4 chambres doubles et 2 simples (pour enfants) , idéal pour une grande famille ou un séjour entre amis. Piscine, billard et table de ping-pong font la joie de tous. Il est néanmoins regrettable que le jardinier arrive le jour du départ à 6h du matin et commence à tondre l'herbe dans l'attente que nous libérions la maison alors que l'heure de départ est 10h. Reveil matinal et mauvaise humeur assurés pour notre dernier jour de vacances avant de prendre la route....
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Les points forts : Propreté

Al Bastini

Family and friends gathered at Al Bastini to explore the Lucca region. The Villa was wonderfully appointed and very comfortable. The pool was a big hit with the grandkids and the outdoor wood fired BBQ was used multiple times throughout the week. The owners have a great collection of books that cover Tuscany and Italian cooking. I wish I could have stayed a month so I could sit and read and gaze over the spectacular views. The local hosts were very helpful and accessible. Highly recommended. A very comfortable Tuscan villa with a great kitchen and multiple outdoor areas to sit and relax and enjoy a moment of quiet with friends and family.
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Les points forts : Propreté

Fabulous stay

What a fabulous week we had at Al Bastini. It is a beautiful, private and secluded property with incredible views and everything you could wish for in a holiday property. We have rented many holiday villas before and have often found that the interiors do not match the outside space in terms of style and quality - this is not the case at Al Bastini where everything is beautifully appointed. We felt instantly relaxed here. The villa is perfect for a family holiday with many areas inside and out where you can find your own space but also to come together for family meals. We loved the terraces and loggia and ate all of our meals outside. Whilst the weather wasn’t as kind to us as we’d hoped we still managed to fit in some time by the wonderful swimming pool which has great loungers and lots of space. We found it hard to leave the villa and its wonderfully peaceful surroundings in the day but when we did want to explore further afield the journey to Lucca takes only around 15 minutes by car. There is a small village closer to the villa which has a great little restaurant and a lovely ice-cream shop (also sells the most amazing cakes)!) We appreciated all the recommendations that we received prior to our stay for restaurants and places to visit - we tried many and were delighted by them all. We hope they we can return to Al Bastini in future and thoroughly recommend it for a fabulous holiday in Tuscany.
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane E.

Les points forts : Propreté

Stunning property

Al Bastini is a peaceful idyll on the outskirts of Lucca. Very much a home from home with everything you might need readily available to make your stay all the more enjoyable. We had the most amazing time and would definitely return. Thank you so much.
Séjour de 6 nuits en août 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Les points forts : Propreté

Gorgeous villa near Lucca

Beautifully appointed spacious and prestigious villa with spectacular views and wonderful facilities. Tastefully decorated throughout, perfect for families/groups wanting quiet getaway destination with excellent, high quality facilities (swimming pool, a/c throughout, billiards table, grand piano, table tennis, multiple large fridges and advanced, well designed kitchen). Lots of outside space and shaded areas. Good communication with manager, who was responsive and keen for us to enjoy our stay.
Séjour de 3 nuits en août 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Les points forts : Propreté

One week is not long enough

We spent a week at Al Bastini and we wish we could have stayed longer. The location is perfect and the views are fabulous. The house had a great layout for our family of 4 along with 3 of our adult friends. We took daytrips from the house, but also enjoyed just staying at the house to swim or play ping pong. The kitchen is fantastic and through the management we booked chef Morena to prepare dinner for us one night. Morena and the food were so amazing, that we immediately asked her to come back the next night. Our only regret, was not booking Morena to prepare dinner every night. We did have an issue with the downstairs bedroom air conditioning not working, but management immediately responded to my message and had a technician out the next day to try and resolve the issue. A big thank you to Alex and Tanya for their help and great communication. I highly recommend staying at Al Bastini, and we definitely plan on going back.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian H.

Les points forts : Propreté

Excellent

A beautiful secluded family retreat for a great holiday break
Séjour de 7 nuits en mai 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

Les points forts : Propreté

Fabulous holiday in the heart of Tuscany

A lovely, lovely house with so much space and amenities. Tremendous views particularly in the evening as the sun sets. We loved eating in the Loggia after early evening drinks outside with some late night snooker and swimming. It's very quiet for sleeping at nights and the kitchen is both beautiful and well thought through including 2 dishwashers! It's definitely worth making use of the local chefs. We were surprised how quick it was from Pisa airport and Lucca has a lot to offer with the walk around the walls a must and some fabulous restaurants. Pisa and Florence aren't too far for day visits. All in all a superb place to stay. It must be best in class.
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2023

10/10 Excellent

Duncan B.

Les points forts : Propreté

Location, location, location

Our first trip to Tuscany and what a place to stay! The villa and location are outstanding in every sense. The view from the property is stunning: a classic Italian scene; but it is the quietness of the wooded valley that makes it a very special place. The pool is another striking feature- it is large and set in a beautiful position within the garden. The villa itself is stylish and comfortable. The newly refurbished kitchen is outstanding- with every appliance/gadget on hand for foodies wanting to cook for themselves or for visiting chefs. We had amazing meals cooked for us by Morena and Fabrizio- both highly recommended. Finally, the property's location close to the fascinating historic town of Lucca and only half an hour from the coast makes this villa a not-to-be missed destination!
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M., Tring UK

Les points forts : Propreté

Luxurious, peaceful retreat!

Located in tranquil woodland surroundings, this is an ideal destination for your holiday. Lucca is just a short drive away, offering numerous excellent dining options and plenty of attractions. Exploring the ancient city walls is a must-do activity, either walking or hiring a bicycle! Lucca, being the birthplace of Puccini, hosts various opera festivals, making it a paradise for music enthusiasts. Be sure to check out the host's recommendations for local village butchers, a restaurant, a winery, and an ice cream parlour. We enjoyed a delicious cordon bleu meal prepared by the Villa's highly recommended in-house chef, thanks to the well-equipped modern kitchen! The swimming pool offers a serene space for leisurely exercise and sunbathing, boasting stunning views of the lush valley. We eagerly anticipate our next visit to this Tuscan paradise!
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Les points forts : Propreté

Amazing vacation in Tuscany!

We are a group of 10 friends who travel together often and planned a summer trip to Tuscany to celebrate some milestone birthdays. We spent quite some time researching homes before landing on Al Bastini for its incredible views, convenient location in Lucca, privacy, ample space, but most importantly air conditioning and swimming pool for August! The home and the vacation overall were pretty close to perfect. The house manager was an incredible help to us as we were asking questions about the villa, planning day trips, and renting cars. She emphasized what a perfect location Lucca is, and she was right! We were able to discover some of Lucca and also take day (or partial day) trips to Pisa, the Puccini Festival, Cinque Terre, Chianti, and the beach. Luckily we also had time at the house - to enjoy the pool, cook in the beautiful kitchen, have a private chef cook us dinner and another make pizza for us in the outdoor pizza oven. Our only complaint is that maybe we should have booked two weeks instead of one! Thank you Al Bastini, we hope to see you again soon!
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2023

10/10 Excellent

Triin T., Tallinn, Estonia

Les points forts : Propreté

Perfect holiday villa

Our Al Bastini stay was a dream. With awe-inspiring views, the villa’s expansive terraces became havens for relaxation. The rooms embody spacious elegance and local charm, blending modern comfort with countryside aesthetics. The newly renovated kitchen (with dual dishwashers and fridges) exceeded expectations for food enthusiasts like us. Outdoor BBQ and pizza oven experiences, courtesy of Chef Fabrizio, were absolute highlights. Thanks to gardener Thomas, the beautifully maintained garden's fresh produce added authenticity to our meals: the kids loved picking ripe tomatoes, fragrant herbs, and small zucchinis. The saltwater pool was the epitome of relaxation: we spent countless hours floating, reading, and enjoying the ambiance. Al Bastini's standout was great service: Alex, Iris, and Tanya ensured smooth reservations, check-in/out, and prompt assistance. Our stay was flawless. Seeking beauty, comfort, and tranquility? Al Bastini is your haven.
Séjour de 28 nuits en juillet 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan L.

Les points forts : Propreté

La Dolce Vita!

We are so grateful to have celebrated our first wedding anniversary at Al Bastini, which offers a quintessential Tuscan experience that exceeded even our wildest expectations. Nestled into a wooded hillside, Al Bastini has the most breathtaking panoramic views which are both unspoilt and private. We were left speechless when first stepping onto the terrace, and we continued to be wowed each and everyday as the sky changed from blues, to pinks and reds in the evening and then became littered with stars in the night sky. Opening the shutters every morning to this view was a treat in itself. We opted to spend most of our time lazing by the private pool which provided the perfect relief from the late summer sunshine. There would be ample space for 10 to swim and sunbathe, so for just two of us it was a very special and secluded treat. Many evenings were spent on the terrace, or loggia, whiling away the hours watching the sunset with a glass of wine in hand. On occasion we made use of the beautifully crafted outdoor barbecue, and pizza oven. Al Bastini is well located, with local restaurants, gelaterias and supermarkets just a few minutes away by car. The beautiful medieval town of Lucca is 15 minutes away and was a daily destination for lunch, dinner or drinks. We fell in love with the town, with its cobbled streets, medieval walls and eclectic shops. We were reluctant to leave the serene surroundings of Bastini, but ventured by car to the hilltop town of San Gigmiano, Siena, and the Tuscan capital, Florence, by train from Lucca. All are well worth a visit, if you can drag yourself away from the house and pool! Bastini provides the perfect base for exploring. To complete our experience we enjoyed privately cooked dinners from two of the chefs available to hire via the property managers. Morena and Fabrizio treated us to the most impeccable service and exquisite cuisine, and to our favourite, tiramisu! On the rare occasion the weather was inclement, the indoor facilities of the house were more than sufficient entertainment. Whether watching the vast array of satellite TV channels on the comfy sofas in the living room or playing snooker/pool with a late night aperitif, we were not left wanting. Italian’s have a phrase, ‘la dolce vita’ which loosely translates to ‘the good life’ and, after the past two weeks stay at Bastini, we can fully appreciate and understand it’s meaning. Alla Prossima!
Séjour de 14 nuits en septembre 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas W.

Les points forts : Propreté

Perfect holiday villa

We loved our stay at Al Bastini. The views are stunning and the pool is the perfect place to relax on a hot day. Rooms were comfortable and the snooker table was great fun! It is only a short drive to the attractive historic town of Lucca and in the heart of the Tuscan wine region so plenty to do when we wanted to leave the comfort of Al Bastini. A wonderful trip that we hope to repeat in the future!
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

Les points forts : Propreté

Spectacular spot

I have rented several properties for family gatherings through VRBO, but none has been as wonderful as Al Bastini. Everything about our week-long stay was perfect--the setting, the villa, the fabulous salt-water pool, the easy proximity to Lucca and surrounding towns and beaches, and the support from the property manager and the house manager, who helped us find chefs to cook for us and a boat trip to Cinque Terre. It is a very special place. Everyone loved it. Pat D. Washington, DC August 2022
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2022

10/10 Excellent

ROBIN O.

Les points forts : Propreté

Al Bastini 2022

Have been holidaying around Lucca for 20 years plus and Al Bastini has never been matched in terms of favourite house for my family and I. Ideally situated 15 minutes from Lucca and shops but still only 40 minutes to Pisa airport, 50 minutes from the coast and an easy day outing to the Cinque Terre. The house sits on the side of a quiet valley with an unrivalled view over green hills and total peace. No road noise and hardly any lights can be seen in the evening While the bedrooms/bathrooms are comfortable (master suite in particular is great) and airconditioned and the snooker room, piano room luxury sitting room with full music and TV are all great to have, what really makes the house is all the many places to sit, read, eat and enjoy the sun and the view. The kitchen has everything you need for a keen cook and you can eat in the superb covered terrace off the kitchen with view overlooking the valley or outside by the BBQ/pizza oven (or even in the dining room!). The pool is close but set just the right distance form the house and has plenty of chairs and loungers . It also benefits from a new non chlorine saline filtering system that makes swimming very pleasant. Tanya the onsite manager was super efficient and Tomas the gardener helpful and pleasant.
Séjour de 6 nuits en août 2022

8/10 Bien

Alan S.

Les points forts : Propreté

Overall fantastic

Not much to add to the other great reviews! Place and location is amazing so long as you don’t mind a hilly curvy drive - and I happen to. My one qualm, and it did make a significant difference during our 2 week stay, is the mattress quality. 2-3 of the upstairs mattresses are decent, however the downstairs beds have mattresses to be ashamed of. You can literally feel individual springs through them causing pressure points uncomfortable sleep throughout the night.
Séjour de 13 nuits en juin 2022

2/10 Horrible

Andrea B., Suwanee, GA USA

Les points faibles : Propreté

Property has BEDBUGS. Flippant response from owner.

We came home with BEDBUGS and the owner was the most concerned with my review. I woke up one morning in this villa with bites all over me. Two others with us had bites too. I went to my dermatologist the very next day after our return. She thought they were bedbug bites. I called an exterminator and scheduled an inspection. I texted the property manager and she said they must be mosquito bites. She said she had an inspection done and there were no bedbugs. I came to find out that her inspection was done by the cleaning staff! They are not trained professionals and don't know what to look for. They come out at night to feed and then they go into hiding places. Some people show the bite marks and other people show no signs at all AND it can take up to ten days for the bites to even show up on your skin. I was so lucky to have such a severe reaction as that prompted me to go to the doctor and then call the exterminator. The exterminator came and we did have bedbugs. I had to pack up my entire house contents into black bags, seal them with duct tape and put them in my backyard in the high heat so any bedbugs that may be on my things would die as they do in high temperatures. On the day of treatment, we had to leave the house and after they finished treatment, we had to wait four hours before we could return home. We were having a heatwave in Atlanta and the temperature got up to 99 degrees that day and my cat had to be locked outside in the backyard for the whole day. I now have to wait a couple of weeks for them to come back and do another inspection to make sure they got them all before I bring all of my stuff back inside and unpack. I told this to the house manager and she said that they disinfect the bedding/mattress. I received an email from the property owner and he reiterated that my bites are from mosquitos. He offered me 500 euros to leave a positive review. Their lack of concern was shocking. I implored him to have the house inspected by an exterminator. I told him my main concern was future guests taking them home with them as we did. He seemed more interested in why the exterminators were going to such lengths and that in the Uk, exterminators don't put you through that. His flippancy was overwhelming. He started each email out with "without prejudice" to protect himself. I have no interest in suing or in his offer of 500 euros. I simply wanted the problem at the villa resolved. I have no idea if they are taking the proper steps.
Séjour de 7 nuits en mai 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew I.

Les points forts : Propreté

Mamma mia!

Mamma mia! What a fantastic Tuscan gem. A glorious villa nestled within a gorgeous, unspoilt Tuscan landscape. Beautifully and sympathetically furnished, with everything needed to live la dolce vita, from a state-of-the-art swimming pool to an epic pizza oven and grill - and so very much more besides. Everything worked - and one got the sense that if something didn’t, the highly organised and attentive house management team would engage and resolve, rapido! The support staff were unobtrusive, obliging and human. We had an exquisite dinner cooked one evening by one of the local cooks recommended by the villa. We’d never been to Lucca before - but what a destination in it’s own right - as well as a marvellous base for other Tuscan forays. ‘Oh, to be in Italy - and specifically Lucca - now that May’s there’ [sic, apologies to Robert Browning]. Al Bastini is an authentic Tuscan holiday delight - with all boxes fully ticked for an immersive worry-free holiday. In fact our only complaint was that our time was over far too quickly. Oh but the views - those views were to sigh for. La dolce vita, on steroids. Grazie mille.
Séjour de 8 nuits en mai 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary M., Eye, Suffolk UK

Les points forts : Propreté

Perfect autumn break

Wow, what a location, the views from Al Bastini were mesmerising, making it very difficult to tear ourselves away from the terrace and the coffee machine! The heated pool was the perfect temperature for early morning swims while the sun rose over the hills. Well equipped kitchen and great spaces for us all to cook eat and relax in comfort and style. Wonderful local restaurants on our doorstep and dozens of quality eateries in Lucca. We used local chefs Tamara and Morena on two separate evenings, as recommended by the owners. They were so friendly and cooked up a real Tuscan feast for us. We visited a fabulous beach only half an hour away with superb fish restaurants and glorious warm water for swimming in the October sunshine. We made a smart call to visit in October with less tourists than we expected but still warm and sunny... what could be better than that. Thoroughly recommend AB for an autumn Italian fix. We will be back.
Séjour de 7 nuits en octobre 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark O., London

Les points forts : Propreté

Fantastic visit

Al Bastini has a wonderful setting with panoramic views from all parts of the terrace. It is a delight to sit or lounge on the terrace and take it all in. The lovely pool is conveniently located on the terrace and all is set up perfectly for outside relaxation. There is table tennis and snooker/pool/billiards for indoor entertainment and the covered loggia is ideal for outside dining in the evening. There is a great restaurant down in the village connected to the butchers for those liking a good walk to and from an excellent lunch and Lucca is only 20 minutes away by car with all of its charms. Florence, Pisa and the beach are all within easy drives so Al Bastini is a good location for Tuscan exploration We went early October and the weather was still warm and ideal for site seeing and relaxation, although a jumper at night might be required We had a lovely time at Al Bastini
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anu V.

Les points forts : Propreté

Wonderful family holiday!

It was wonderful stay! The house is charming, comfortable, stunningly beautiful nestled on a hillside with breathtaking views. We all wished we could have stayed longer. Ask to have a private chef, Morena. She is just superb! Thank you so much for your hospitality!
Séjour de 5 nuits en septembre 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sabine K.

Les points forts : Propreté

Wunderschön!

Ein wunderschönes gepflegtes Anwesen, sowohl außen (sehr netter Gärtner, der die Außenanlagen super in Schuss hält > viele Kräuter, die man nutzen kann! viele Grüße ;)), als auch innen. Im oberen Stockwerk im Prinzip eine eigenständige Wohnung mit 3 Schlafzimmern für 5 Personen und 2 Bädern, plus Wohnzimmer, Esszimmer, Küche und überdachter Terrasse/Balkon mit großem Tisch und Bänken> eine herrliche Aussicht!!! ...allerdings Mücken-geplagt...aber das ist halt im Sommer so. Im unteren Stockwerk ebenfalls 3 Sz für 5 Personen und 2 Bäder plus "Pianozimmer", Billardzimmer und im Außenbereich eine überdachte Tischtennisplatte. Mehrere Terrassen mit unterschiedlicher Bestuhlung (für jeden etwas dabei) und ein toller Pool mit genügend Liegen und Sonnenschirm. Die Hausverwalterin Tanya ist super nett, spricht fließend Englisch und erklärt bei Ankunft alles Wichtige. Sie steht auch während des Urlaubs zur Verfügung und hat klasse Ideen und Angebote an Ausflügen parat! Die Anfahrt an das Anwesen ist tatsächliche sportlich... steil und eng und sollte beim ersten befahren am besten bei Tag gemacht werden. Dann aber kein Problem mehr! Wir würden jederzeit wieder kommen und sagen danke für diesen entspannten und wundervollen Urlaub!
Séjour de 10 nuits en août 2021

8/10 Bien

Christopher M., Durham, NC

Les points forts : Propreté

Great location for exploring Tuscany

We enjoyed our stay at this spacious villa and would recommend it to others, despite a few negatives. Pros: The location (10 minutes outside Lucca, a great city in and of itself and to use as a base for exploring Tuscany), the grounds are immaculate, and the view is sublime. We loved the pool and the excellent air conditioning in the bedrooms and living room, as the weather was very hot during our stay. The outdoor eating area was great (bring bug spray!), right next to the kitchen and with a wonderful view. Plenty of space for our party of 8 (4 adults, and 4 teens), with 6 bedrooms and 4 full baths. The pool table and ping pong table were very fun. Kitchen is functional and well equipped; we made dinner several nights and had a chef come one night for a pizza making lesson. The communication with the on-site manager and thru VRBo was excellent, making check-in and check-out easy. They provided helpful suggestions for activities and made reservations for us. The cons: the villa was burglarized during our stay, resulting in the loss of a watch and some jewelry. We realize this wasn't the fault of the owners but it was distressing, to say the least. The house manager wasn't particularly sympathetic t start, but she later helpfully went to the police station with us and the owners contacted us directly to demonstrate their concern. Other more minor issues: the 1/2 mile driveway up to the villa is very steep and twisty; it is challenging at night or with a manual car and would be very tough in winter. The bathrooms needed some work (clogged drain in master, for example). But overall we had a very good time at this villa and would recommend it.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2021