San Martino

Limited Time Promotion:

• Stay for 7 nights, pay for only 6

  Applicable for travel throughout 2010

Each promotion is only applicable to new reservations made after the start of the promotion and cannot be combined with any other promotion. Please contact us for more terms and conditions. Note that promotions listed on this site remain at the discretion of the applicable property owner and may be changed or discontinued at any time.

Enter San Martino on the second floor into a large library filled with books on Italian culture, a large studio with fireplace, office and sitting areas. On the first floor, the modern, fully equipped kitchen and dining room (with fireplace) both lead to the romantic outdoor pergola through double French doors. Relax in the lovely living room, also warmed by a 16th-century fireplace, and nearby card room/salon. All bedrooms have their own bathrooms—two have fireplaces and three have desks with office/reading areas. San Martino is surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, vegetable gardens and lush greenery on all sides. On clear days, you can even see the leaning tower of Pisa!

Bedroom / Bathroom Description

First Floor:

• Bedroom 1: Sleeps 2, Queen bedroom with fireplace and private bathroom with shower
• 1 guest bathroom

Second Floor:

• Bedroom 2: Sleeps 2, King bedroom with fireplace and large private bathroom with tub with double shower
• Bedroom 3: Sleeps 2, King bedroom with desk/office area and private bathroom with shower

Third Floor:

• Bedroom 4: Sleeps 2, King/Twin bedroom with desk/reading area and private bathroom with tub and shower
• Bedroom 5: Sleeps 2, King/Twin bedroom with desk/reading area and private bathroom with shower

Features & Amenities

• A/C in third floor bedrooms
• Window screens
• Flat-screen TV/DVD/Cable
• Surround sound system
• Telephone
• Wireless Internet connection inside the house and pool area
• Fresh bread and newspaper delivered daily
• Private gate with remote control access
• Fireplaces

Outdoor Features

• Stone steps lead to outdoor pergola
• Endless views of olive trees and vineyards, walled flower and vegetable gardens, orchards, and even the leaning tower of Pisa—on a clear day
• Covered outdoor living room
• Beautiful 60-foot mosaic swimming pool
• Outdoor pizza oven

Staff & Services

• Housekeeping service included for 6 hours per day 7 days per week (4 hours on Sunday)
• Extra housekeeping, on request: ~€15 per hour
• Laundres: Tuesdays and Thursday (4 hours) and Saturdays (5 hours)
• Personal laundry and ironing charges extra: ~€15 per hour
• Daily breakfast included (continental breakfast on Sunday)
• Chef service for lunch/dinner: starting at approx. €100-€250 per meal (excluding food and drinks)
• Local concierge service available, on request: ~€50 for up to 2 hours, ~€100 for up to 5 hours, and ~€200 for up to 10 hours
• Gardener
• Fresh bread and newspaper provided each morning

Villa Policies

• No Pets Allowed
• Non-Smoking Villa
• Electricity, water, A/C and final cleaning included
• Heating included up to €300 of usage, above such amount the extra will be charged
• Long distance telephone calls extra (free local calls)
• Pool heating extra
• Internet service included
• Security deposit of €2,500 to be held by Luxury Retreats
• All services not included in rates are to be paid locally
• Check-in: Between 4pm - 7pm
• Check-out: Before 10am

Getting There Transfers are available/Rental car recommended

• Nearest Major Airport – Pisa Galileo Galilei (PSA)

Location:

• Lucca – 4 miles
• Pisa – 18 miles
• Forte dei Marmi – 23 miles
• Florence – 47 miles
• Siena – 88 miles
• Rome – 222 miles

Additional Information SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS:
This gem of a villa offers luxurious living both indoors and out. The interior architecture is modern yet rustic with furnishings highlighted by wooden ceiling beams, the warmth of four fireplaces, and four pairs of double French (originally stable) doors opening outward to the sun. Stroll through the historic town of Lucca or plan day trips to Pisa (just 18 miles away) and Florence (47 miles away).

What to do in the Lucca area of Tuscany:
The historic town of Lucca features many attractions and unlimited historic charm. Take a stroll or rent a bicycle and ride through the town past famous monuments, ancient walls, several churches and the Guinigi Tower, which has trees planted at the top. In the town's cathedral is a small chapel containing the famous "volto santo" cross of Lucca. Every September 14th, the huge procession of Santa Croce fills the streets of Lucca to commemorate the date when the cross was first brought to the town. Tourists from all over the world come to enjoy this annual local tradition. Make sure to visit the church of Saint Michele, then enjoy cappuccino in Saint Michele square. And don't miss shopping along the Via Fillungo! There is something interesting to discover around every corner of Lucca. North of Lucca, the famous Garfagnana Valley extends for miles, a splendid natural vista of mountains and hills. Along the way, stop at the famous "Devil's Bridge"—legend says the Devil himself has visited this spot. A huge Halloween celebration is held here every year. In Pisa, the famous Leaning Tower awaits. Some say it is one of the wonders of the world, and all agree that a sight of the Leaning Tower is a must for all who come to Italy. Nearby Forte Dei Marmi is one of the most popular places in Italy during the summer, boasting a beautiful beach, elegant shops and boutiques, and active nightlife of bars and discos like La Capannina and the Twiga Club.