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Barga Farmhouse for Rent: Exclusive 18th Century Farmhouse with private pool ideal for large group - Property 19319

  1. Main House 4 bedrooms, sleeps 10
  2. Barn 4 bedrooms, sleeps 10

Main House, 4 bedrooms, sleeps 10

Barga farmhouse photo
Rates per property (USD)
$1,788 - $2,235/wk
Call Collette Barnes
(0)1480 403343
(International +44 (0)1480 403343)  
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Property type:
farmhouse
Location type:
mountain, rural  
Highlights:
mountain, rural, garden, pool, pets not allowed  
Barga farmhouse photo - The house and pool area

The house and pool area
Barga farmhouse photo - View of pool looking back towards gate

View of pool looking back towards gate
Barga farmhouse photo - Master Bedroom with ensuite

Master Bedroom with ensuite
Barga farmhouse photo - Inside the Mettaio

Inside the Mettaio

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Barga Farmhouse Summary

This old farmhouse was built in the early 1700's on the outskirts of the Mediaeval town of Barga. The farmhouse and barn have been fully restored whilst retaining the original character with chestnut beams and terracotta tiled floors. Fully furnished including many restored traditional tools and artefacts. Secluded overlooking the valley yet within easy reach (5 mins) of Barga. The farmhouse has two double bedrooms (each with en-suites), two twin bedrooms and a further bathroom, a modern fully equipped kitchen, living room, terrace and pool area. There is a large flat grassed area c.2 acres. The pool (10mx5.5m) is above ground and constant 1.2m deep. The old mettaio or chestnut store outside has been restored and houses a summer kitchen, outside bathroom and covered terrace . It is a perfect retreat for large groups or extended families to holiday together with plenty of space. Please note :The Barn (4 bedrooms, 3 bath) can be rented along with the house if required.

Details for Main House

The main house has two double bedrooms (each with en-suites), two twin bedrooms and a further bathroom, a modern fully equipped kitchen, and living room. There is also a sofa bed in the lounge. There is a laundry room below the main house. The Mattaio (the old chestnut store) has a large fully fitted kitchen, large covered terrace for eating outside, and a toilet and shower room. This saves family and friends having to go into the houses from the pool area. *** PLEASE NOTE *** if you require additional accommodation the Barn can be rented along with the main house. This ensures that the property is yours exclusively. Please contact owner for rates. The Barn has 2 double bedrooms (each with en-suites), two twin bedrooms and a further bathroom, a modern fully equipped kitchen, and living room.

Location of Farmhouse 19319

Nearest airport:   Pisa International Airport at 70 Kilometres
Nearest train:   Mologno at 3 Kilometres
Nearest motorway:   Lucca at 35 Kilometres
Nearest beach:   beach at 50.0 Kilometres
Car: necessary

The property was originally a working farm built on an outcrop of land, called locally “La Colline di Formici” which roughly translates as the ant hill. This is a finger of land jutting out from the mountain with spectacular views of the valley below. Villa Collette is totally secluded yet just 5 minutes drive away from the beautiful old town of Barga and about 10 minutes away from a huge hyper market. Barga is situated 40 kilometres north of Lucca at the southern tip of the National parks known as the Garfagnana which sits between the Apuan Alps and the Appenines in the very north of Tuscany. Barga hosts art, opera and jazz festivals as well as weekly markets.The property is less than one hour from Pisa Airport, 30 minutes from the medieval walled city of Lucca, 1.5 hrs from Florence; 2.25 hrs from Siena; and 1 hour from the Italian Riviera resorts of Viarreggio and Forte dei Marme. Other Airports include Florence (90mins); Genoa (2.5 hrs); Bologna (2.5hrs), Bergamo (3 hrs).
Location of farmhouse 19319 on a map
marks the location of the property in Media Valle

Barga Farmhouse Availability

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Dec 11, 2008
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Barga Farmhouse Rates

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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Weekend Weekend per night Midweek per night Extra Night Monthly Minimum Stay
Jan 1, 2009 - Jan 9, 2009 £1,300 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 2 Nights
Jan 10, 2009 - May 1, 2009 £1,200 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 2 Nights
May 2, 2009 - Jun 30, 2009 £1,300 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 2 Nights
Jul 1, 2009 - Sep 30, 2009 £1,500 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 2 Nights

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

  • This rate covers exclusive rental of the property, and includes all linen, towels and pool towels. The property is cleaned once a week. For additional cleaning, contact owner for rates. Payment is only accepted in the quoted currency unless by agreement with the owner.

Barga Farmhouse Amenities

Property Type:
  • farmhouse (semi-detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
Location Type:
  • mountain
  • rural
Theme:
  • away from it all
  • family
General:
  • linens provided
  • towels provided
  • central heating
Kitchen:
  • oven
  • microwave
  • freezer
  • dish washer
  • 4 ring stove
  • washing machine
  • refrigerator
  • clothes dryer
  • grill
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • sofabed
Dining:
  • dining area
  • child's highchair
Bathrooms:
  • 4 bathroom(s)
  • Main Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower, ensuite to main bed 1
    Main Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Shower, ensuite to main bed 2
    Main Bathroom 3 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower, downstairs in main house
    mattaio shower room - Toilet, Shower
Bedrooms:
  • 4 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 10 people
  • Main House 1 - 1 King, 1 Baby Crib, 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon, 4 poster bed with en-suite
    Main House 2 - 1 King, 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon, downstairs with en-suite
    Main House 3 - 2 Twin/ Single, TV and PlayStation in this bedroom
    Main House 4 - 2 Twin/ Single
  • Addition beds can be added to bedroom 1,2,and 3 in the main house to accommodate families
Entertainment:
  • tv
  • DVD
  • radio
  • VCR
  • cd
Outside:
  • balcony
  • parking
  • child's swing
  • sand box
  • garden
  • terrace
  • barbecue
  • 20 garden chairs
  • 10 beach chairs
  • 3 bicycles
Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • wheelchair accessible
  • long term renters welcome
  • pets not allowed
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • skiing
  • mountain biking
Notes: The Barn has a downstairs bedroom with ensuite, and the main house has a downstairs bedroom with ensuite but there is a small flight of stairs to the main house. Theses rooms would suite elderly or infirmed members of the party. Please note that the 10x6m pool is above ground with access by a set of stairs or the deck at one end. This may not be suitable for all.

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Barga Farmhouse Details

Guest Book: We had a lovely time, the Villa is fantastic – you’ve done an amazing job with beautiful attention to detail. I’m sure everyone that comes here will remember their holiday with fondness for a very long time. Steve and Julie. Thanks for a wonderful week in such a beautiful part of the world. Never have we been to somewhere with such dramatic scenary. The accommodation is everything we could have wished for. We hope to come again. Susan and Chris Nunn. In the words of Janice from Friends.....'Oh My God!' A beautiful villa in a beautiful setting. The perfect place for our honeymoon. Thank you Doug and Collette for the flowers and champagne. Wat een heerleike week hat was een groot genoegen om in Villa Collette te vertoefen We hopen nog een keer terug to mogen komen om te genieten von al het moois hier. Henny en Thea uit Nijmegen Nederland.


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