Description

The sense of tranquillity really sets-in about a mile before the house comes into view, on the final approach to Casa Forci down a forest track. But even that cannot prepare guests for the focal point of the villa’s grounds. Supremely private, between stone terraces and silver-leafed olive trees, the swimming pool exudes a magically romantic quality, its dark lining giving it the look of a natural waterway, with a columned gazebo at one end and seven sentinel cypress trees at other, all reflected in the still water. Nearer the house, lawned gardens are scented with jasmine, lavender and climbing roses, a covered dining terrace is furnished in country style, and built-in barbecues encourage lengthy lunches in the sun and within the old stone building, inspired restoration by its British owners has produced a wonderfully informal sitting room, warmed by a big open fireplace and adorned with big and bold eclectic artworks; and five beautiful bedrooms, three featuring curtained four-posters. With views to the Apuan Alps, this relaxing villa is 9km from local shops in San Alessio, 15km from Lucca, and 30km from Viareggio’s beach.

Features

Ground floor

Entrance hall
Kitchen
Dining room
Double bedroom with shower room en suite
Study

First floor

2 Double bedrooms (four poster beds) with shower room en suite
Bathroom
2 Twin bedrooms

Facilities

Children's facilities

Cot and highchair

Cooking outdoors

Built-in barbecues

Entertainment

WiFi
TV
DVD Player
CD player

Kitchen essentials

Fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Hob
Oven

Private pool

12m x 6m
The pool is open from end of May until beginning of October

Villa essentials

Washing Machine
Iron & Ironing Board
Telephone
Heating
Heating

Keeping cool

Portable fans

Nearby

Amenities

Nearest Restaurant 3.5km Lombardo
Shops 7km San Alessio
Restaurants, shops 15km Lucca

Places of interest

Viareggio 30km
Montecatini Terme 35km
Florence 60km
Siena 120km
Cinque Terre 140km