Villa Ciciana

Villa Ciciana

Historic villa with pool, garden and tennis court, located in the Tuscan countryside, near Lucca. It can sleep up to 16 people, has 9 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms.

External Description

Villa Ciciana is located on the hills of Lucca, near the city center. The property is located a few meters from an important Tuscan villa (where the owner lives) with which it shares the large historic park.
Villa Ciciana boasts a private fenced garden with lawn and flowers, for the exclusive use of its guests. Within the garden you will find a tennis court and a volleyball/football field, for the enjoyment of adults and children.
The outdoor spaces are enhanced with a private spool (18 x 8 m, depth from 0.5 m to 2.8 m), open from 1 May to 15 October, and equipped with sun loungers, deckchairs and parasols.
Next to the pool there are some changing rooms with ping pong table, and an outdoor dining area with parasol, ideal for alfresco meals while admiring the wonderful view of the surrounding countryside.
At guests' disposal also a barbecue and a private parking for 4 cars.

Internal Description

Spread over several levels, Villa Ciciana is divided into 4 apartments communicating with each other, and can accommodate up to 16 people, has 9 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. Internet Wifi is included. Some rooms are equipped with air conditioning. Pets are not allowed. A high chair (free) and 2 baby cots (with a fee - 100.00€ each per week) are available on request.
Boasting spacious and bright rooms, the villa has been renovated while keeping the rustic atmosphere and the typical Tuscan architectural style such as: wooden beams, stone fireplaces, and original terracotta floors.
Please note that during summer period an additional apartment (for 4 people) is available on request and at an extra cost.

Apartment 1: The first apartment consists of: a large living/dining room, the fully equipped main kitchen, 2 bathrooms with shower, 1 double bedroom, 1 twin bedroom and 1 single passage bedroom.

Apartment 2: The second apartment consists of: a small living room, a large living/dining room, a kitchenette, 2 bathrooms (one with tub and one with shower), 1 double bedroom ( overlooking the pool) and 1 double bedroom.

Apartment 3: The third apartment consists of: a living room/kitchen, 1 bathroom with shower, 1 double bedroom, 1 double bedroom and 1 single bedroom.

Apartment 4: This small apartment is located in the basement of the villa with direct access to the pool area and is composed of: a living room, a kitchenette, 1 bathroom with shower and 1 double bedroom.

Additional apartment: The additional apartment consists of: a kitchen/living room, 1 bathroom with shower and 2 double bedrooms. This apartment has no heating so is available during summer period only.

Prices and conditions

Included in the price: Utilities (water, gas, electricity); Internet Wifi; final cleaning; cleaning service (2 hours - twice a week).

Excluded from the price: Air conditioning (500.00€ per week); heating according to consumption during winter months; 2 baby cots (100.00€ each per week). Tourist tax if required (the amount usually varies, depending on location, from 0.50€ to 4.00€ per person per night for a maximum of seven nights, excluding minors, and will be paid upon arrival).

Security deposit: Customers are required to pay 500.00€ security deposit upon arrival (cash), which will be returned at the end of the stay upon any damages.

Places to visit

Villa Ciciana is nestled in a typically hilly landscape of Tuscany, just 9 km from Lucca. The city is traditionally called the "city of a hundred churches" for the large number of places of worship within the city center. Moreover, Lucca is the venue for several musical and cultural events throughout the year, such as Lucca Summer & Winter Festival e il Lucca Comics & Games.
Beyond Lucca, some of the tourist attractions of the surrounding area are the luxurious villas in Lucca (over three hundred), characterized by elegant parks with gardens and fountains.
Within 40 minutes by car you can reach both Pisa, the city of the leaning tower, and Montecatini Terme, a renowned Tuscan spa resort.
Also within 40 minutes by car you can visit the Versilia coast, a tourist and seaside riviera known throughout Italy for its nightlife and clubs, especially the towns of Viareggio, Forte dei Marmi and Pietrasanta.
For lovers of nature and sports (trekking and mountain biking), we suggest an excursion to Garfagnana, an area full of natural landscapes, mountain trails and ancient picturesque villages.

Main distances: Lucca (9 km), Pisa (27 km), Montecatini Terme (32 km), Viareggio (34 km), Florence (90 km), Siena (143 km).
Please note that the distances mentioned above are approximate, and are referred as the crow flies from the property.