Bottino

This lovely property is located in S. Martino in Freddana which is in the hills between Lucca and the Versilian coast, with the possibility of reaching the major Tuscan cities of art for day trips. The present owners restored Bottino, a property under the supervision of the Italian Historic Buildings Administration, which is made up of a farmhouse and a barn. The restoration resulted in a very attractive country-style property, composed of two buildings, where two groups or families may enjoy a stay together while maintaining their independence, as each house offers its own kitchen, a cozy sitting-room and every bedroom has an en-suite bathroom. The lovely terraced garden, surrounded by an olive grove, offers guests several places to sit outside and is nicely furnished for outdoor meals. The pool was designed to blend perfectly with the Tuscan countryside, and has been placed just outside the barn, with lovely views of the surrounding hills. Close to both the Apennines and the Apuan Alps, this setting is also excellent for hikers and people who like to walk. Cooking lessons are available upon request.

MAIN HOUSE

First Floor:

• Bedroom 1: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom
• Bedroom 2: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom (large shower)
• Bedroom 3: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom

THE BARN Ground Floor:

• 1 Bathroom with shower

First Floor:

• Bedroom 4: Sleeps 2, Twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom (bath and shower)
• Bedroom 5: Sleeps 2, Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom (large shower)

Features & Amenities

• Sky Cable
• DVD player
• Stereo / CD player
• BBQ
• Washing machine
• Fireplace
• 2 Telephones

Outdoor Features

• Al fresco dining
• Swimming pool (12 x 6 m) – unheated
  • Pool depth – 0.80 / 2.50 m
  • Access to pool – 4 stairs
  • Distance from Pool to House – 10 m
  • 4 x Loungers
  • 10 x Sun chairs
  • Pool towels – Yes
  • 3 Umbrellas

Staff & Services

• Maid service is included 3 hours a day, 3 days a week

Villa Policies

• No Pets Allowed
• Non-Smoking Villa
• Laundry service ~€12/hour
• Babysitting service ~€12/hour
• Cooking service: ~€15/hour
• Additional maid service ~€12/hour
• A refundable security deposit of €1000 will be required in cash or traveler’s checks upon arrival at the villa
• ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIMES - Clients must arrive between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. and leave before 10 a.m. on the day of departure.
• SWIMMING POOLS - Swimming pools are not open all year. If your rental period is outside the period May 30th to October 3rd, please check with us that the pool can be opened. Swimming pools are not enclosed with fences and there are no lifeguards. Clients’ use of the swimming pool is at their own risk.
• HEATING - Heating is available at an additional charge of 100 Euro per day and must be paid directly on the spot to the owner or his/her representative before departing. Please note that heating in Italy, when not subject to restrictions by the local Government, is more expensive compared to other countries. If you look for a property in low season, make sure to ask for an estimate of the heating cost. You may be asked a supplementary deposit for heating expenses.
• WATER AND ELECTRICITY - Please note that most of the properties that we offer are not the typical purpose-built Mediterranean holiday villas. Most are converted farmhouses or former manor houses, full of character and history. Water shortages do occur; please use it sparingly during the summer months. At the same time, Italy is probably one of the few countries in the world where the government has introduced a system of electricity limitators to contain the national consumption. This means you must be careful when using more than one appliance at once because the limitator will shut the electricity off.

Getting There Transfers are available LOW SLUNG CARS - VANS - MINIBUSES - Most of our houses are located in the countryside. Some of them can be accessed only by unsealed roads and driveways. We therefore advise people intending to take a sports or low-slung car on holiday, to check with us first whether the access to the property allows for such a car. We advise against the use of vans and minibuses. Please always check with us, at the time of booking, if you are planning to use this type of vehicle when staying at one of our properties.

• Nearest Major Airport – Pisa Galileo Galilei (PSA) – approx. 40 KM

Location:

• San Martino in Freddana (nearest village with shops, restaurant, Post office, doctor and bank) – 3.5 KM
• Lucca (nearest motorway exit) – 15 KM
• Versilia (beaches) – 20 KM
• Florence (by motorway) – 70 KM

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Kitchen Appliances

• Kettle
• Mixer
• Coffee machine (5 mocha)
• Toaster
• Juice maker
• Dishwasher

Miscellaneous

• 1 Baby cot
• Baby cot linen
• 1 High chair
• 6 x Fans
• Free firewood