Magnolia, luxury villa, private heated pool, WIFI, chef option!
Sleeping 13, plus up to a further 4, this is a beautiful, pristine and modern 6 bedroom property with large private infinity pool situated in the hills of the stunning Garfagnana.
This stunning 6 bedroom, 5.5 bathroom luxury villa, with solar heated private infinity pool is the perfect place for a relaxing holiday!
The six bedrooms comprise 5 doubles, (one of which can be made up as a twin) , and a room with 3 single beds. There are also sofa beds if required.
Four of the luxury shower rooms are en-suites, with a 5th shower room not ensuite, but boasting jack and jill basins, with bathroom number 6 being a cloakroom (with wc, basin and bidet).
This spacious, newly renovated modern and pristine place boasts luxury shower rooms, two designer kitchens, 2 dining areas and various living spaces, ideal for a large group, and if you wish you can split the property into a 4 bedroom and 2 bedroom property if you require more privacy between your guests.
The interior has been finished with top quality fixtures and fittings, so you can holiday in style!
Outside there is a fabulous 12m x 6m infinity style solar heated pool, with roman steps extending the size further. The pool area, overlooking wonderful mountain views, has extensive sunbathing areas with plenty of sunbeds (pool towels provided) and dotted around the villa are various nooks and crannies for relaxing away from the group too with a good selection of outdoor relaxing furniture. If you are feeling energetic there is table football and ping pong.
Children love the electronically gated garden and spend hours playing.
For dining al fresco there is a smaller table in front of the villa, and another for the entire group to eat together, to the side on a large terrace, where one can take in the vista whilst dining in style after cooking your meal in either of the two kitchens, or using the large bbq. For those little snacks and coffees, there are plenty of café style tables for you to grab a refreshment in peace from your group.
There is also a chef service, with the owners providing delicious meals on request at very reasonable prices. Why not celebrate an occasion, and stay in some evenings and be served authentic italian food on your terrace?
Set in the heart of the garfagnana this is a rural retreat, but one can walk to a fantastic little restaurant with homecooked food open friday/sat/sunday and there are plenty of places to eat out using your car too.
There is a reason for the wonderful reviews on site since this villa really is ideal for family celebrations, or for couples wanting a little luxury. A perfect treat!
NB- owners live on site, but have separate entrance, garden and parking area, and they only arrive home late at night, leaving very early morning after cleaning pool. Privacy fully respected as you will see from reviews.
Layout:
Enter into property into smaller living/diner overlooking the pool and the stunning views. TV. Sofabed. Doors to terrace and garden. Leading onto fully fitted kitchen with oven, hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave . Door leading to small private balcony. Also on this floor: Double bedroom Double bedroom which can also be twin. Shower room with rainfall shower, WC, bidet and jack and jill basins. Half bathroom/cloakroom with WC, bidet and basin. Lower ground floor (can be accessed from ground floor or externally)
Open plan living kitchen diner, with double doors leading to eating terrace with amazing views. Living Kitchen Diner has oven, hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave. Dining table. Double sofabed. TV. Through to further living area with built in fireplace, TV and double sofabed. This area leads to the bedrooms: Room with 3 single beds. En-suite shower room with rain shower, WC, bidet and basin. Double room with door leading to relaxing area. TV. En-suite shower room with rain shower, WC, bidet and basin. Double room with door leading to further relaxing area. En-suite shower room with double size shower, WC, bidet and basin. Double room with door leading to further relazing area. En-suite shower room with rain shower, WC, bidet and basin.
Outside: Two eating terraces 12M x 6M infinity pool with Roman steps extending length further Extensive sunbathing area Various relaxing areas dotted around the site, some of which have outdoor sofas etc and others with bistro chairs and tables. Ping pong Table football
A little about the area: Please note that automated distance information can be misleading in rural areas. Although some places may appear close “as the crow flies,” walking routes are often impractical.
Nicciano is situated in the heart of the Garfagnana, surrounded by lush green countryside and stunning mountain scenery is what real rural Italy is all about. The mediaeval village is a 5 minute walk way and there is a bar/basic shop for essentials. There is also a good pizzeria which is a 15/20 min walk away (or a couple of minutes by car).
The local village of Piazza Al Serchio with its bars, couple of restaurants, supermarket, train station, river and Tuesday morning market when the village comes alive, is say 3 minutes away by car. The views from this extremely peaceful property are magnificent - the house overlooks the green and fertile Serchio valley, with views of the Apuane and Appenine Alps. This really is the perfect location - an ideal place to unwind deep in the countryside, yet close enough to all local amenities, and a convenient base for exploring by car or train. For sightseeing and days out why not try: Castelnuovo – local market town with Thursday morning market, regular festivals both cultural and musical and a bit of life… 25 mins Barga – beautiful mediaeval and arty little town with Cathedral, great architecture, and renowned restaurants. Cobbled streets and little piazzas, often graced with live music, jazz parades, or markets under the stars… 40 mins The Buffardello – climbing and zip wire park with courses suitable for both small children and the most adventurous of adults – 15 mins Fortress of Verrucole- amazing views from this mediaeval fortress, and there is also an interactive museum which youngsters tend to like as they can try their hand at a little archery too – 15 mins Lucca - At Lucca, one can hire bicycles and hire around the still intact City walls, meander through the cobbled streets, visit beautiful churches, climb towers, and shop til you drop, stopping off of course at wonderful restaurants and gelaterias... One can also listen to Puccini performances every night of the year, in one of the local churches ... Just over an hour Grotta del Vento – the amazing wind caves – well worth a visit – fantastic tour. Why not stop off a the old monastery for a wild trout lunch on the way back? 1 hr Pisa – with its famous tower- 90 mins Florence – 2 hrs The Cinque Terre- 2 hours Equiterme – thermal mud baths set amongst caves and a thermal swimming pool . one stop on train National Park of Orecchiella- less than 30 mins Parco Levegliese- outdoor adventure park with waterfall jumping, rock climbing etc – 1 hr
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Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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Pool is open from 1st of May - 30th September. If you require pool outside these dates please request and obtain written confirmation BEFORE BOOKING.
Tourist tax of E5 per person per stay payable in cash on arrival. Applies to all guest aged 14 and above.
Heating is not included in the price and is payable locally.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number IT046023C2G664EJQ3
About the area
Piazza al Serchio
Piazza al Serchio is home to this villa. Verrucole Fortress and Ariostesca Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello and La Marmifera. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at A.S.D. Balance, or consider a night out at Villa Pescigola.
Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
Appennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
Verrucole Fortress - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
Museum of Upper Garfagnana - 11 min drive - 8.8 km
Orecchiella Park - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
Piazza al Serchio Station - 5 min drive
Restaurants
Pizzeria Guazzelli - 4 min drive
Davy‘s Cafe Pizza - 8 min drive
Sciotti Nicola - 6 min drive
Bar Scacco Matto - 3 min drive
Rifugio Donegani Alpi Apuane - 35 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Magnolia, luxury villa, private heated pool, WIFI, chef option! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Magnolia, luxury villa, private heated pool, WIFI, chef option!?
As of 14 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Magnolia, luxury villa, private heated pool, WIFI, chef option! on 20 September 2026 start from NZ$998, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Magnolia, luxury villa, private heated pool, WIFI, chef option! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Magnolia, luxury villa, private heated pool, WIFI, chef option!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Magnolia, luxury villa, private heated pool, WIFI, chef option!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Magnolia, luxury villa, private heated pool, WIFI, chef option!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Magnolia, luxury villa, private heated pool, WIFI, chef option! located?
Situated in Piazza al Serchio, this villa is within 6 miles (10 km) of Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello, Museum of Upper Garfagnana and Appennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park. Verrucole Fortress and Pontecosi Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km). Piazza al Serchio Station is 27 minutes by foot.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The owners/hosts of this property are the most wonderful people. Very kind and very helpful with making recommendations and reservations. The property is lovely and we would definitely come back to this villa!
Nancy S.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2024
Dear Nancy,
Thank you for this very nice review!
We are really happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the property and we will of course forward all your praise to the owners.
We hope to hear from you again in the future.
Best regards,
The team at Tuscan Retreats
We were made so welcome by the owners who went over and above what we had hoped for. I could thoroughly recommend this property for a lovely stay in the Italian mountains.
Pauline R.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2023
Thank you all for your 5 star review and recommendation for this villa. We have passed your comments to Raffaello and Simonetta. We hope to hear from you another time, best wishes, Lorraine at tuscan-retreats
An incredible modern property. The infinity pool was amazing. The pool a little cold, but this is due to the time of year. Beautiful location such incredible scenery. The host tried to be as helpful as possible. They were happy to lend us a heater to warm up the apartment.
The property and the area were just amazing. We really didnt want to leave! Views incredible and plenty to do for all ages. The owners were extremely kind & helpful. Would live to go back sometime to relive the dream. 🙂
VALERIE J.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2024
Dear Valerie,
Thank you very much for this nice 5 stars review!
We are really happy to hear that you all enjoyed your stay at the property.
We do hope that you will be able to come back again and look forward to hearing from you.
Best regards,
The team at Tuscan Retreats
Such nice and lovely accommodation with a fantastic pool and view.
The owners: Raffaello, Simonetta and her father are absolutely wonderful and so helpful.
So nice and concerned that we should have a good time.
They made the whole stay better!
I can really recommend this accommodation with five stars.
Thank you so much!
Camilla, Fredrik & Oliver
Camilla A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2023
Thank you all for your 5 star review which we have passed to Raffaello and Simonetta. We hope to hear from you another time, best wishes, Lorraine at tuscan-retreats
Our stay at Piazza al Serchio was wonderful. My husband and I brought our 3 children and their families to celebrate our upcoming 50th anniversary. In total we were 8 children, ranging in age from 3 to 16, and 8 adults
Simonetta, Raffaello, and her father could not have been more accomodating They treated us to cake and some pizza upon arrival plus wine. When the local pizzeria could not accomodate 16 on a Sunday, they ordered for us and her father drove us 3 villages away to pick it up. They booked us a fabulous family meal with the unforgettable Roberto Divini
The area, Gargagnana, is a little bit of mountainous heaven and a beautiful respite after touring Rome. The countryside, quaint villages and mountain lake are so memorable. Pisa and Lucca are close by plus we got to spend a day in the Cique Terra.
The villa was very inviting. The children and family loved the pool area and large terrace for family meals..This was a great place for a Tuscan vacation.
Tina B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2022
Thank you for your 5 star review. We are glad your celebrations went well and that you all loved the villa and the area. I have passed your thanks to Simonetta, Raffaello and family for their amazing hospitality! We hope to hear from you another time.
Best wishes
Lorraine at tuscan-retreats
This villa, location, and host are all SUBLIME. Simonetta is kind, accommodating, and in constant contact for any of your needs. Their home is beautiful, it is clean, and the amenities are over the top. Upon arriving, there were pastries for us to enjoy. Over the next week, we were given the opportunity to sample local products, even some that they made themselves. We had coffee available to us every morning too. The rooms and space was exactly as described.
The pictures of the property do not do it justice. This is one of the most beautiful places we have ever been on vacation. There were 10 of us for the stay and everyone had everything they wanted and needed. There are grocery stores and pharmacies nearby. It is a quiet area with zero tourists. The local restaurants were delicious and fresh. The owners did a great job of making us aware of locally sourced restaurants too! I would highly recommend the chef service offered at the house. The menu is impeccable and the chef is so kind and accommodating. We did dinner two nights at the house and it was definitely a highlight. Everything is paired nicely with wine too!
The property is about 4 hours from Milan, 2+ from Florence, and other locations. I would stay at this place over and over again. I hope we can get back soon. Thank you to the owners, the property managers, the chef, and everyone who made our stay a dream.
Julia R.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 November 2023
Dear Julia,
Thank you very much for this very nice review!
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the property and we will pass on your praise to Raffaello and Simonetta.
We hope to hear from you again in the future.
Best regards,
Marie from Tuscan Retreats
magnifique séjour villa exceptionnel et accueil fantastiqueje recommande cette villa
Régis R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2025
Dear guests,
Thank you so much for your lovely words! We’re thrilled you had such a great stay and appreciated both the villa and the warm welcome.
We’d be happy to help you return anytime!
Best wishes,
Lorraine at Tuscan-retreats
Vår familj som består av 16 personer har njutit en vecka i detta fantastiska hus med underbar utsikt. Önskar oss redan tillbaka
Ingrid S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that your whole family had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the view and the house. It was a pleasure to deal with you, and you’re always welcome back anytime! Best wishes, Lorraine at tuscan-retreats
Fantastisk sted, mødte fantastiske søde mennesker som værterne og naboer.
Det smukkeste sted med et utrolig view .
Vi kommer tilbage, vi er ikke færdig med dette smukke sted.
Charlotte S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2024
Dear Charlotte,
Thank you for this nice review!
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the property and that you liked the area.
We hope to hear from you again in the future!
Best regards,
The team at Tuscan Retreats
Mjög góð. Gestgjafar mjög þægileg og hjálpsöm.húsið fínt sundlaugin alltaf hrein og tær.þetta er frekar út úr. Héldum kannski að það væri meira að gera á svæðinu. Annars allveg hægt að mæla með þessu.
Magnús S.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear you loved the villa and had a good stay. Yes, this is a very rural area, with rural pursuits but there are plenty of places to visit too, in a non touristy way of course - we do try to assist with this by sending a local information pack prior to arrival.
Der Aufenthalt war sehr angenehm. Wir waren mit 11 Personen im Haus. Das Haus ist sehr geräumig und komfortabel ausgestattet.
Wir wurden fast täglich mit kleinen Aufmerksamkeiten beschenkt; Brot, Wein Kuchen, Kaffee.... Die Besitzer waren sehr aufmerksam und freundlich.
Gerne werden wir die Villa ein weiteres mal besuchen.
Ilona B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
Thank you for your 5 star review. We are glad you loved your stay and also appreciated the care that the owners show to their guests! We hope to hear from you again, best wishes, Lorraine at tuscan-retreats
Tolle Villa. Sehr nette Gastgeber. Liebevoller Empfang und sehr großzügiges Willkommensgeschenk. Alles sehr sauber. Sehr schön eingerichtet. Sechs Schlafzimmer, zwei Wohnzimmer, zwei Küchen, sechs Bäder, alles super für Familienausflüge. Wir waren mit 12 Erwachsenen und 2 Kleinkindern da & es war absolut wunderbar! Danke vielmals!
Felix P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
Thank you for your 5 star review. We are glad you really enjoyed this special place and hope to hear from you again. Lorraine at tuscan-retreats
Das Haus, der Pool und der tolle Ausblick sind einfach der Wahnsinn. Es ist noch schöner als auf den Fotos abgebildet, sehr gepflegt, sauber und gut ausgestattet. Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in vollen Zügen genossen und würden jederzeit wieder kommen! :)
Katharina B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2022
Thank you for your 5 star review. We are happy you loved the place and appreciated the cleanliness, attention to detail and that the villa was better than expected. We do hope you do come again. Best wishes Lorraine at tuscan-retreats
We just came off a one week stay at this property and had a fabulous stay! The villa itself is very spacious and we had more than enough room for my husband and me on the upper level and our four adult children plus 2 more family guests for a couple of nights. Everything was provided for us so we didn’t need to purchase anything other than food for the week. Simonetta and her dad Antonio were awesome and spoiled us all week! We arrived to a fully stocked fridge full of beverages and pizza and a dessert. When I told Antonio I didn’t drink coffee, the next day I found my favourite tea. The following day he picked fresh berries off of their farm and dropped them off and another day we had fresh hazelnuts also picked from their property delivered. Whenever we had a question, Simonetta answered us right away. She also gave suggestions on some fun things to do in town. On our final day, my son-in-law needed to find engine coolant and because it was a Saturday the gas stations were closed. He ran into Antonio in town and he took him to see his mechanic who ensured he got him what he needed. On our final night Simonetta made us a delicious lasagna and tiramisu complete with limoncello and more red wine to complete our wonderful vacation. These personal touches will never be forgotten by this wonderful family who owns this villa. They live at the villa but you never see them except for Antonio who comes first thing in the morning to clean the pool. The drive to get to the property was full of beautiful scenery and mountainous, winding roads. So much beauty all around us. The nearby midieval villages were nice to explore too and one was within walking distance. We did day trips to Cinque Terre and Florence as well as Forte De Mari with its beautiful beaches. We also enjoyed having some local gelato from Lago Gramazzolano which was the most beautiful lake about a 10 minute drive away. One of our highlights was also the night we hired Chef Alessio to cook for us! What an incredible meal and experience for us. Even his table setting was beautiful. What a lovely eve we had dining al
Fresco under the Tuscan hillside. Incredible stay and such special moments enjoyed by our family. Will be remembered forever.
Felicia G.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2023
Thank you for your 5 star detailed review. It is great to hear you appreciated the additional care, and the attention to detail that the owners give to their guests. I have passed your comments on. Good also to know that you enjoyed the superb chef service, and also the area in general which is great for exploring. We hope to hear from you another time. Best wishes, Lorraine from Tuscan-retreats
Wir haben unseren Urlaub in der Villa Magnolia sehr genossen: Die prachtvolle Aussicht, der sorgfältig gepflegte Pool, der Profi-Kickerkasten, die Tischtennisplatte mit Schlägern, die modern eingerichteten Räumlichkeiten. Da blieben keine Wünsche offen. Aber besonders lobend hervorzuheben sind die hilfsbereiten, freundlichen und überaus großzügigen Gastgeber, die uns mit Köstlichkeiten aus der Umgebung verwöhnten.
Angelika S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2022
Thank you for your 5 star review. We are glad this was a dream holiday for you and would love to hear from you again. Best wishes Lorraine at tuscan-retreats
Thank you for your 5 star review. I am wondering if google translate has messed up here, since the review is 5/5 but headline is about poor cleaning. I think it may be a mistake as this house is always praised for being spotless and gleaming. If you did have a cleaning issue, please do contact me separately via tuscan-retreats as Simonetta will want to know where things went wrong so she can rectify . Thank you! Lorraine at tuscan-retreats
En fuldstændig fantastisk ferieoplevelse i et ekstremt lækkert og hyggeligt hus. Poolen er suverænt placeret i forhold til huset, især når man har små børn, og den har en perfekt størrelse. Udsigten er betagende, og det faktum at huset ligger i bjergene betyder, at temperaturen er behagelig.
Alle i værtsfamilien er ekstremt gæstfrie, venlige og gavmilde.
En helt igennem enestående oplevelse for både børn, teenagere og voksne.
Birthe H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2022
Thank you for your 5 star review. So glad to hear this place was perfect for you, teenagers and small children . I agree it is a special place.
We hope to hear from you again, Lorraine at tuscan-retreats
Tout simplement exceptionnel!
Une villa luxueuse avec une piscine à débordement donnant sur une vue exceptionnelle.
Propriétaire très acceuillant. 2 bouteilles de prosecco et pizza à l'arrivée. Du pain frais le lendemain. Du vin et des dosettes de café à la fin du séjour. Merci beaucoup !!
Les chambres sont très grandes avec salle de bains . Lits confortables.
Table de ping pong.
Un repas delicieux avec un chef dans la propriété .
Villa située à 1h30 des cinq terres, 1h de Lucques et Massa, dans une région semi montagneuse magnifique. Nous avons même fait du canyoning !!
Nous recommandons vivement !!
Sebastien L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2021
Thank you for your 5 star review. We agree with your assessment that this is an exceptional property! Raffaello and Simonetta send their best wishes and we would all love to welcome you again.
Lorraine at tuscan-retreats
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