The splendid city of Lucca, situated in the north of Tuscany, is famous for its elegant period houses built over a span of four centuries in some of the most pleasant areas of the Lucchese countryside and the arc of hills which surround the plain of Lucca. Villa Cardinale is an excellent example of one of these villas. In the 17th century it was the residence of the Cardinal from who the villa takes its name. Renting a luxurious villa such as this offers an unique opportunity to enjoy a holiday marked by elegance, relaxation, total privacy and excellent service, all in an environment rich in charm and history. The villa has been superbly restored, all the rooms have period furnishings, flanked by the modern comforts of television, satellite and internet. The internal beauty and elegance of the villa is harmoniously balanced with the external space which is made up of a stunning and beautifully kept park with a garden, ancient trees, multicoloured flowers and a small patio. Situated at the highest part of the park is a swimming pool, equipped with sunbeds and umbrellas. The park also extends to the back of the villa where there is an area equipped with tables and chairs for splendid meals 'al-fresco'. Villa Cardinale offers staff to prepare breakfast every day, six days a week.

The villa staff includes a gardener and a waitress, then an excellent cook is available upon kind request. The majority of the staff does not live in the villa, in fact only the waitress lives on-site in her own apartment which is situated in an isolated part of the property. Privacy is therefore guaranteed. The villa, featured in the best editions of Lucchese Villa Books, is located only few kilometres from both Lucca and Pisa. In addition the famous coastal resorts of Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi are within easy reach, just 20 minutes by car.lower ground floor. large kitchen with direct access to the garden furnished to eat outdoor, breakfast room, laundry room.

Ground floor
entrance hall, living room, 2 sitting rooms, dining room, 1 double bedroom (queen size bed) with en suite bathroom with bathtub.

First floor
1 twin bedroom, en suite bathroom with bathtub, 1 double bedroom, en suite bathroom with bathtub, dressing room (on request convertible into a single bedroom), sitting room with fireplace, 1 master bedroom with double bed and en suite bathroom with bathtub, large dressing room.

outdoor

table and large umbrellas in the garden to eat 'al fresco'.

Amenities

grocery shops, restaurants at 5 min drive (in S. Lorenzo a Vaccoli), supermarket 4km/2,5miles, riding centre 8 km/5 miles, tennis court 3 km/2 miles, golf course at Tirrenia 30km/18miles.

notes

No pets allowed (one friendly dog on premises). Maid service for 3 hours, 6 days a week included.

Main distances

Lucca 6km/4miles, Pisa 12km/7,5miles, Florence 95km/59miles, nearest beaches Forte dei Marmi 30km/18miles, Viareggio 24km/15miles.

Airports

Pisa 19km/11miles, Florence 100km/62miles, Rome 300 km/ 183miles.

Notable features

• lush decoration and furnishings
• 4 min to Lucca
• easy access to colourful local towns and good restaurants
• superbly restored & decorated
• well-tended gardens and lawn
• proximity to town, restaurants and services
• comfortable and large bedrooms

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