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Near Pisa & Lucca - Olive Grove House & Superb Pool Views of The Leaning Tower

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Front of house with glorious jasmine blossom, big shade pergola, table & chairs.
Front of house in olive grove setting with views of The Leaning Tower of Pisa !
Front of house in olive grove setting with views of The Leaning Tower of Pisa !
Front of house with glorious jasmine blossom, big shade pergola, table & chairs.
fantastic overhead shot of pool and gardens

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Pugnano, San Giuliano Terme, Pisa
  • Place, Ripafratta Castle
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bagni di Pisa Spa
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Piccolo Mondo
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Double bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Master bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Near Pisa & Lucca - Olive Grove House & Superb Pool Views of The Leaning Tower

Welcome to La Lucertola. This is truly a setting from heaven. Here at La Lucertola, you will enjoy spectacular views over olive groves, fields, Pisa and her world famous Leaning Tower clearly visible in the mid-ground with the Mediterranean Sea sparkling on the horizon . This is a 5 star location.
Pisa is just a 20 minute drive away. As well as the Leaning Tower and gardens there are many other very impressive sights to see and enjoy at La Lucertola.
Please copy and paste our You Tube video link to have a fuller impression of just how beautiful La Lucertola is:

https://youtube.com/watch?v=cmbu2I4Mk94

The magnificent walled city of Lucca is just a 15 minute drive away. World famous for its Lucca Summer Festival where some of the biggest names in the music business play every summer.

This is an inspiringly beautiful and most special place with unique and incredible views, immersed in an ancient dry stone wall terraced olive grove.

La Lucertola is perfectly located to make the most of the many glories of Tuscany and beyond. Pisa, is only a 20 minute drive away, as is Lucca, with her all-embracing city walls and immaculate medieval centre with exquisite boutique shops. Florence is just an hour away, the coast is reached in less than 30 minutes and the spectacular Cinque Terre can be reached in just over an hour. This unique location offers two wonderful, independent and beautifully decorated houses, both of which are on two floors and each are very spacious. They can be rented together or individually.

This house offers a large and fully-equipped kitchen with marble worktops, a hand-made dining table with six chairs for indoor dining when required. For the colder months there is central heating and a fully functioning kitchen fireplace - very cosy! The lounge is next to the kitchen and is very spacious and comfortable. It has two wonderful, top-of-the-range, luxury sofabeds, (a double and a single) as well as a SmartTV, DVD player, books and a large box of toys for younger guests. Free Wi-Fi works both throughout the house and outside areas.

Upstairs at La Lucertola both bedrooms have balconies offering fabulous and uninterrupted panoramic views. They are both very spacious and have been beautifully decorated with hand-painted murals of plants and birds that reflect the beauty and tranquillity of the outside space. There are two bathrooms, one of which is ensuite to the main bedroom. The main bathroom has a bath and both bathrooms have showers.

There is a large terrace outside the house with sun loungers, a shade pergola, with hand made wooden table and six chairs ideal for relaxing, sunbathing, dining and generally contemplating the infinite. There is a barbeque area and an original wood fired oven, perfect for making pizzas and much more - fantastic fun for everyone and of all ages and cooking abilities!

The beautiful shared salt-water swimming pool is in a secure fenced off garden area with unique olive tree shower, two dedicated sun-bathing and relaxing areas, above and below the pool, sun loungers, shade pergolas, tables and chairs. This truly special and unique place really does refresh the body, mind and soul!

Please note that at La Lucertola this is an all-inclusive price. There are no additional charges for gas, electricity, central heating and wi-fi. Wood is provided free of charge. Children are most welcome. Cots, high chairs, stair gates and extra foldaway beds can be provided at no extra charge. No additional charges for cleaning. Towels and linen provided, but do please bring your own beach/pool towels.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

San Giuliano Terme

Located in San Giuliano Terme, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Leaning Tower is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Viareggio Beach and Marina di Pisa Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Piccolo Mondo and Puccini Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing.
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Pugnano, San Giuliano Terme, Pisa

What's nearby

  • Ripafratta Castle - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Bagni di Pisa Spa - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Pala Todisco Conference Centre - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Piccolo Mondo - 13 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Walls of Lucca - 16 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • San Giuliano Terme Rigoli Station - 5 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Osteria da Scianna' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Forno D'oro 1 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Keren Caffè - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Grande Rustichella - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Il Borghetto Del Castello - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Near Pisa & Lucca - Olive Grove House & Superb Pool Views of The Leaning Tower have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Near Pisa & Lucca - Olive Grove House & Superb Pool Views of The Leaning Tower ?

As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Near Pisa & Lucca - Olive Grove House & Superb Pool Views of The Leaning Tower on 21 June 2026 start from NZ$516, 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 Near Pisa & Lucca - Olive Grove House & Superb Pool Views of The Leaning Tower pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Near Pisa & Lucca - Olive Grove House & Superb Pool Views of The Leaning Tower ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Near Pisa & Lucca - Olive Grove House & Superb Pool Views of The Leaning Tower ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near Pisa & Lucca - Olive Grove House & Superb Pool Views of The Leaning Tower ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Near Pisa & Lucca - Olive Grove House & Superb Pool Views of The Leaning Tower located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Bagni di Pisa Spa, Piccolo Mondo, and Pala Todisco Conference Centre. Puccini Museum and Lucca Botanical Gardens are also within 9 miles (15 km). San Giuliano Terme Rigoli Station is 28 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mayda V.

Lovely time at Lucertola

Our group of three adults and three children stayed here during June 2009. We really enjoyed it -- boys loved the pool and playing with Max, location was good, easy driving access to other Tuscan cities and towns...and you can see the Leaning Tower in the distance. Quiet and so relaxing. Owners are superb to deal with, so accommodating. Only downside was the switchbacks up the hill, but you get used to it!
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8/10 Good

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and VIEW!

PROS- great location, wonderful views of valley and Pisa; definitely rustic Italian; comfortable beds and pillows; excellent appliances; great outdoor eating area and pool area; great spot to do day trips all around Lucca, coast and Florence; lovely greenery all around the property; our host did us a solid by doing a light grocery shop for us as we had been travelling for 22 hours straight! sweet little veggie garden you are allowed to share in and the town of Lucca is fabulous! CONS- the drive to the property can be a challenge - smaller car ok; NO AC for those killer summer heat ways- could definitely use a few more large fans; wishing the pool was better maintained during our stay; could use access to pool towels- none provided; wished the main front hedges were trimmed lower so you could have a view while eating outside. I miss Lucca and that view!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Sue S.

Relaxing in the Tuscan sun

We arrived in Tuscany in the middle of the night, which meant that we got a little lost enroute, as the path to the farmhouse does not stand out well in the darkness. However, even though we had to give our hosts a couple of calls in the middle of the night, they were extremely patient and helpful and eventually we found our way up the winding path to La Lucertola. The next morning the sun was shining and we could see the beautiful views across the valley to Pisa and beyond to the Mediterranean and understood why the path up to the farmhouse was so steep and winding. It is an idyllic setting. The environment is very peaceful and relaxing. All you can hear is birdsong, the occasional sound of a farm vehicle or the braying of a donkey while breakfasting on the patio. We went out everyday because there is so much to see and do within easy distance of the cottage - Pisa, Viareggio, Lucca, Vecchiano, Florence, San Guilano Terme, Marina di Pisa. But when we came back in the late afternoon we sat, relaxed and enjoyed a glass of wine whilst watching the sun go down over the Apuan Alps. The farmhouse is well equipped, comfortable and welcomingly cool in the heat of the day. The owners are friendly and helpful but unobtrusive. There is only one comment I would make about something that I feel was overlooked - as we arrived in the middle of the night we had no milk or bread to make our first morning's breakfast - so a welcome pack on arrival would have been very helpful. This did not spoil our overall experience of the holiday but would have been "the icing on the cake". We really enjoyed our Tuscan holiday and would love to come back again. Thank you Luisa and Colin.
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10/10 Excellent

peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful adventure in Italy

I have stayed in Italy many times, but this was clearly my favorite experience. The accommodations are perfect and stocked with all the essentials. The owners were lovely on our first night when provided a wonderful meal as my wife had fallen earlier and broke her wrist and leg. We were tired and sad. They cheered us all up. I would definitely stay there again and recommend it to my friends. Make sure you take their recommendation on a 4 wheel vehicle. The hull is quite steep but worth the trip the view… amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

La Lucertola s.

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Great location - fantastic house and pool!

This is one of the best places we have ever booked! Amazing location ! 20 mins from Pisa, Lucca and the beach! Gorgeous salt water pool with spectacular views! Wonderful hosts - helpful yet non-intrusive , warm and friendly! Thanks! We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

La Lucertola s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is an exceptionally wonderful property!

This is an exceptional property and we had the most fabulous holiday! The house is spacious, cool and airy and has the most wonderful views over the plain to Pisa and to the Mediterranean beyond - we even saw Corsica! I will never forget the hours spent looking out over the views from the terrace in front of the house and from the pool which is just fantastic! Thank you to Luisa and Colin - great hosts - on hand but never invasive - we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

La Lucertola s.

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ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!

This is a truly magical place! We arrived tired and stressed and left reborn!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Howard Z.

Excellent Stay

A fantastic view, clean house, modern appliances, barbecue, pizza oven, fresh herbs and vegetables from the garden, pool... everything you need for a great stay. It's near both Lucca and Pisa. Enjoyed dinners on the outdoor table and had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

La Lucertola s.

Such a beautiful place!

Quite simply Amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

La Lucertola s.

Unbeatable

Fabulous place- a true holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Beautiful Location

We had a very relaxing stay. Accommodations were excellent and our hosts were very welcoming and attentive to every need. We took part in the chef cooked dinner which was amazing along with the beautiful county-side view. Would highly recommend staying at this location. Don't let the road into the farm house scare you...once you've done it once, its a breeze. Hope to come back to Pisa soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Anne E.

Fantastic view

We were 4 people i House 1- and we all loved the house, the amazing views and the lovely pool. The place is quiet and relaxing and still close to Pisa and Lucca. We enjoyed the "Chefs at home" -like being in a restaurant -but at home:) We loved that we were allowed to use the vegetables and fruit from Luisa and Colins garden. We would like to go back another time and recommend this lovely place :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Neil T.

Wonderful villa in beautiful countryside, fabulous hosts too!

We have just returned from a wonderful trip to Tuscany staying at this property. The views are stunning across the Tuscan valley looking over to Pisa and even include a view of the tower! Luisa and Colin are the perfect hosts, very welcoming and on hand if you need any advice on the area. The property is clean and well equipped with a good wifi connection and everything you need to enjoy your stay. A BBQ and pizza oven are at your disposal, we need more practice with the pizza's though! I would not hesitate to recommend this property for peace and quiet, amazing views and plenty of places to visit within easy reach by car or train. If hiring a car we would recommend a 4 wheel drive, but the views when you get up to the property are spectacular and well worth the drive! Thank you Luisa and Colin for a lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Denis G.

Excelente Casa de vacaciones

Tanto la localización como la casa son para unas vacaciones relajadas y estupendas. La localización es bonita, en una ladera de una montaña con vistas explendidas , incluso se puede ver la torre de Pisa a lo lejos. Las ciudades más cercanas ( Pisa y Lucca) estan a unos 15 minutos en coche. El lugar donde se encuentra la casa es perfecto para relajarse del ajetreo de las ciudades, pero con la posibilidad de ir a ellas en poco tiempo. Florencia se encuentra a una hora en coche y la playa mas cercana a 30 minutos. La casa tiene todas las comodidades necesarias: Una sala con sillones y televisión con dvd, ideal para quedarse dormido viendo una pelicula después de un día largo haciendo turismo o de un día de playa. Las habitaciones con todo lo necesario, incluido esa manta extra que a veces se necesita si se tuviera frío. Con un balcón para disfrutar de una vista explendida y un ambiente tranquilo nada más levantarte. La cocina equipada con las comodidades necesarias: lavavajillas, calentador de agua, toda vajilla y cuberteria necesaria para desayunos, comidas y cenas. A mayores la posibilidad de cocinar en un horno de leña que se encuentra en un lateral de la casa, excelente para hacer pizzas. En la finca también está disponible una piscina cerca de las casas, con espacio para relajarse y resfrescarse del calor. El accesso a la casa es por un camino empinado y en zig zag, con curvas cerradas de tierra y grava. La primera vez impresiona, pero las siguientes veces te vas acostumbrando. Resulta más dificil para coches muy bajos y si se lleva mucho peso. Los dueños son muy agradables, nos han ayudado siempre que lo hemos necesitado. Me gustaría remarcar que se nota el esfuerzo y el cariño que han puesto en esta finca y casas. Han creado un lugar maravilloso gestionando por una gente maravillosa. Planeamos volver.
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

comfortable home with great views

We stayed at La Lucertola for 2 weeks in July '16, and wish that we could have stayed longer! The owners, Colin and Luisa, were very helpful and friendly...suggesting local attractions, booking dinner reservations, and providing everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Colin was able to get a reservation for us at a very special restaurant (Villa Bongi) for our anniversary dinner, and even helped us to arrange a cooking class at the house. They were close enough to be helpful, but still gave us all of the privacy we needed. The views from the house, and dinners on the terrace are some of the fondest memories of our trip. The pool was also a great way to stay cool during the hot Tuscan summer. The house is situated between the towns of Lucca and Pisa and is in a great spot to facilitate many day trips. You have to drive up a steep and twisting driveway to get to the house, so make sure your car has a high clearance or you won't make it up to the top. Once up there, the views from everywhere in the house are spectacular (you can see the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the sea, a quaint villa, and sweeping views of the valley). The town of Pugnano is small and there are not many restaurants/markets within walking distance, which is probably the only negative I have about the stay. There are, however, plenty of places that are a short drive away. In short, the house was in a great spot and was very comfortable with very welcoming hosts. I would recommend it for anyone!
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor &Julie N.

Comfortable and stylish with everything we needed

Fantastic week , stunning location , Convenient for trips to Pisa, the beach, Lucca, Florence and beautiful countryside. . Owners friendly and helpful , but equally non obtrusive . Brilliant "Eat at home " experience arranged by owners with food prepared and served with local wines at the house, simply superb! Thanks for a most memorable holiday
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10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth S.

Fantastiskt boende i en skogssluttning

Vi är jättenöjda med detta boende. Fint och fräscht invändigt. Tjocka väggar som klarade att hålla värmen ute förvånansvärt bra. Utsikten och omgivningen var också helt otrolig. Helt omgiven av grönska. Kändes som man bodde mitt i skogen med utsikt över skogen och byarna närmast samt Pisa i bakgrunden. Vi kom när det var mörkt så bilkörningen var spännande med serpentinvägar sista biten, man vande sig dock ganska snabbt om man är en hyfsat van bilförare. Fint poolområde. Trevlig värdfamilj!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
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8/10 Good

Tim M.

Very pleasant stay, lovely location and great hosts

The property was clean and well presented. Set in a lovely location with amazing views and very friendly and welcoming hosts. Stayed here with our children who loved it too. Relaxing end to our holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Gunnar L.

Sehr empfehlenswert

Das Haus hat unsere Erwartungen weit übertroffen. Der Ausblick aus jedem Fenster und der Terrasse ist atemberaubend. Der Blick geht über Pisa und Livorno bis zur Küste, gesäumt von einer wunderschönen Berglandschaft. Lucca ist nur 10 Minuten Autofahrt entfernt. Pisa ca. 15 Minuten. Florenz ist in 1 h 20 Min. erreichbar. Der Pool ist sehr gepflegt, so wie das ganze Haus. Die Besitzer sind unglaublich service-orientiert. Sie boten an, Einkäufe für uns im Vorfeld zu machen, damit der Kühlschrank schon voll ist, wenn wir ankommen. Zudem hatten sie wertvolle Tipps für uns bezüglich Freizeitgestaltung mit Kindern, Restaurants, Strände, etc.. Die Atmosphäre war sehr herzlich und freundlich.
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

Very convenient location with amazing views

The four of us rented the house for our first vacation in Tuscany. The house was exactly what we had expected - from the owners' description as well as the reviews. The drive up was a little nerve breaking, but it totally worth it once you get on top of the hill. The view is to die for - absolutely amazing! Luisa and Colin are very friendly hosts. We felt absolute privacy while staying at their guest house. The house was very clean and well equipped. We had everything we needed. It is about 20 minutes drive from the Leaning Tower in Pisa, 20 minutes drive to the center of Lucca and 30 minutes drive to the beach (marina di Vecchiano). We felt that we made a very good choice by staying at this property and will definitely recommend it to our friends. It was an amazing vacation and we hope that one day we will go back. Thanks Luisa and Colin!
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8/10 Good

Roelinde M.

Heerlijke vakantie met fantastisch uitzicht

Wij (gezin met twee kinderen 9 en 11 jaar uit) verbleven een week in Farmhouse 1, begin april 2015. Het huisje was ruim en gezellig ingericht, met een open haard in de keuken die we bijna iedere avond gebruikten. Het uitzicht vanuit het huisje en het terras was fantastisch! De gastheer en gastvrouw Luisa en Collin waren hartelijk en behulpzaam. Zeer prettig dat ze goed Engels spraken. Het was ook geen enkel probleem dat we op de dag van vertrek wat langer konden blijven (omdat er op die dag geen nieuwe gasten kwamen). Aangezien het 's avonds nog kil was, was het fijn dat de verwarming iedere avond en ochtend aan ging. We waren niet helemaal voorbereid op het zeer steile weggetje omhoog naar het huis, met zeer scherpe haarspeldbochten. Maar na de eerste enigzins spannende keer, raakten we eraan gewend en was het goed te doen. Het is wel aan te raden om niet een grote lage auto mee te nemen, maar juist een wat kleiner compact model. We snapten nu ook waarom in Italie zoveel kleine autootjes rondrijden. Wat we leuk vonden is dat we vrij in de tuin rond konden lopen en sinaasappels en citroenen konden plukken. Er was ook een pad omhoog de berg op, met een mooi uitzicht. In de omgeving zijn veel mogelijkheden voor uitstapjes. Binnen en half uur rijden ben je in Pisa, Lucca en aan het strand. Vooral Lucca vonden we leuk, waar we fietsen huurden en over de stadsmuur hebben gefietst. Ook is het niet ver naar het strand, ongeveer een half uur. Op een uur rijden ligt Florence. Als enige aanmerking zou ik kunnen maken dat het bereik van de wifi binnen in het huisje niet goed was vanwege de zeer dikke stenen muren van het huis. Maar buiten op het terras ging het prima. Ook aan de tv hadden we niets, want er waren alleen Italiaanse kanalen beschikbaar. Ik kan een verblijf in La Lucertola van harte aanbevelen!
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8/10 Good

Lily P.

Stunning views in a beautiful home

The first thing I would like to say is that the owners were very gracious hosts and very helpful, including loaning me a guitar for the week we were there. Awakening the first morning and opening the shutters seemed somewhat surreal. The view was breathtaking, looking out across the valley and seeing the leaning tower of Pisa in the distance. We spent two days relaxing around the pool, made ventures into Pisa, Lucca and wine tasting in Monte Carlo and generally had a wonderful time. We made use of the BBQ's as well which, located in a grotto behind the house also provided an amazing place to play the guitar! The house is well appointed, equipped and comfortable although the dishwasher quit working while there. The tomatoes from the garden were incredibly delicious for making Caprese salad and there were egg plants and herbs at our disposal as well. The one caveat I must mention is the drive up to LaLucertola. The first few times was a nail biting, nerve racking experience. Very steep with hairpin turns. The location is also not suitable for anyone with physical limitations. Regardless, I would recommend this property for it's value, stunning vistas and wonderful hosts.
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10/10 Excellent

Hans Kristian H.

La Lucertola er et flott sted å feriere!

La Lucertola er et flott sted å feriere! Stille og fredelig, men allikevel svært nær både Pisa og Lucca. Øvrige interessante steder i Toscana er også en kort kjøretur unna. Leiligheten har alle de bekvemmeligheter som du trenger for å få et minnerikt ferieopphold. Utsikten fra La Lucertola er storartet og du har store deler av Toscana under dine føtter. Å sitte under pergolaen utover kvelden med god mat og et godt glass vin og skue ut over Pisa er både romantisk, fascinerende og bidrar til fred i skjel og sinn. Leiligheten har to gode og romslige soverom og to bad som muliggjør at to par uten problem kan feriere der over tid uten at leiligheten virker for liten. Det er i tillegg god mulighet for å ha med seg barn. Utearealene med solsenger, pergola med gode spisemuligheter samt tilgang på wi-fi forsterker et storartet opphold. Ute er det også tilgang på grønnsaker som vi hentet fra hagen til måltider og i tillegg vedfyrt grill og steinovn som ga matlagingen et spennende preg. Svømmebassenget omkranset av oliventrær på eiendommen, bidrar til å holde kroppstemperaturen på et behagelig nivå og utsikten er også her formidabel. Du deler eiendommen sammen med gjester i naboleiligheten samt at vertskapet bor like ved i et eget hus. Dette opplevde vi som helt uproblematisk og det er godt å kunne henvende seg til vertskapet på en enkel måte hvis det skulle bli nødvendig. Veien opp til La Lucertola kan oppleves som noe utfordrende fordi veien er bratt med svært skarpe svinger. Du er helt avhengig av egen bil og vi anbefaler at den ikke bør være for stor. Vi vurderer sterkt å feriere i Toscana og La Lucertola også til neste år.
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10/10 Excellent

Jyri B.

Mahtava ja tunnelmallinen asunto Toscanassa!

Saavuimme 5.7.2014 vähän ennen puolta yötä ja siellä Luisa ja Colin toivottivat meidät iloisina tervetulleiksi. He olivat myös hankkineet meille vähän juomista (vettä jne) jääkaappiin, koska kaupat eivät olleet enää tuohon aikaan auki. Asunnolta todella mahtavat näkymät ja helppo kulku lähikaupunkeihin (esim. Pisa, Lucca). Pisan torni jopa näkyy ulko-ovelta. Hyviä ravintoloita lähistöllä sekä mahdollisuudet itse tehdä ruokaa puugrillissä tai kiviuunissa. Auto tosin välttämätön, ainakin meidän mielestä. Rannalle ajaa noin puolisen tuntia ja viinitiloille vajaa tunnin. Lähin ravintola 1,5 km päässä, johon voi hyvin myös kävellä. Kaiken kaikkiaan, täydellisyyttä hipova reissu, josta majoitus teki ison osan. Asunnossa ei ilmastointia, mutta kivitalon paksut seinät pitävät viileyden sisällä. Suosittelen!
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne M.

La Lucertola

We had a wonderful week with perfect weather7 Luisa and her family were on hand to greet us when we arrived and made us feel very welcome. We were shown over the house and everything was explained to us. We tried a couple of restaurants within 5minutes of the house both very good. One of the highlights of the week was one evening we were sitting outside and the whole hillside was lit up with fireflies magical

About the host

Hosted by Luisa Riddiford

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Colin and I live in a separate house on the property and love living here! We always try our absolute best to ensure that everything is as it should be for you when you arrive and indeed during your holiday. We are always respectful of your privacy and we want all our guests of all ages to feel free, happy and relaxed. It isn't easy to write about yourself, so here are a few comments from previous guests: 'Luisa and Colin are the perfect hosts and I would like to thank them for allowing us to spend a little time sharing their little piece of Tuscan heaven.' 'The owners live on site and provide a friendly information facility and comprehensive support.' 'Thanks to Luisa and Colin for their hospitality. 'The hospitality and friendliness of the hosts was superb...wee things like this can make a holiday. Always there if needed but never intrusive.'

Luisa taught English in a school near Pisa in 1986 and fell in love with the area. We returned, many times. We made lifelong friends and began to feel that this could be a new home and a new life. After 12 years of living and working in London, we decided to take the plunge, change direction and embrace the challenge of creating a new life. We wanted to be closer to nature, direct our own affairs and to live in a beautiful place with a decent climate.

Why they chose this property

We found 'La Lucertola' as a semi ruin, completely overgrown and crying out for some love and attention. We first fell in love with the incredible view and the prospect of living in the country but close to Pisa and the sea. We found it - this is a fantastic location.

This place gives us inspiration and the energy to live a good and authentic life. We are happy to share this beauty and joy with our guests who over 20 years of operation wholeheartedly testify to the magic of this very special location. The houses are spacious, comfortable and well proportioned. One would happily live in them all year round - they are much more than a simple rental property - they are proper houses with a true sense of home.

What makes this property unique

The view is unique, breathtaking and truly inspiring. We can see The Leaning Tower, the Mediterranean coast and the islands of Capraia and Corsica. We overlook olive grove, forest, field and village. Overhead are birds of prey and the night sounds of owls.

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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