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Villa Alla Marginetta
Upper Balcony looking onto Pool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11400 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Pescaglia, Toscana
  • Place, Grotta del Vento
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Teatrino di Vetriano
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Chestnut Museum
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 2

Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 3

Toilet · Shower only

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Old Stone Tuscan Villa near Lucca & Pescaglia with a great private pool

Luxury Villa Alla Marginetta has been refurbished to the highest standards with spacious comfortable living & dining rooms. 12 years of successful renting and every year we strive to get better and add more services. The large kitchen has an island bar for casual eating and relaxing. The lower level has a Tavern bar which leads onto the grounds, washing machine & laundry area. The villa has a beautiful 12x6 large Metre pool with Gazebo & is completely fenced. There is a play area for Children. 3 minutes drive are the lovely villages of San Rocco and Focchia. A further 5 mins on from San Rocco is the picturesque town of Pescaglia. Continuing from Focchia is the quaint town of Fabbriche di Vallico.. There are lovely local restaurants in close proximity of the Villa. During Summer the villa is great with a large spacious area, private pool which is great for rest and play. The surrounding area is great for fishing and mountain/hill walking or just chilling. The garden is landscaped very tastefully and gives guests total privacy. We take pride in the personal services we offer, our management company is there to help you, which offers some nice extra services if you wish. Whatever you want please ask and they will do everything we can to help you. We strive to ensure you enjoy this little slice of paradise. Please note, this year due to pandemic we have not replanted exotic flowers but the rest remains the same unless mentioned.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
A fee may apply for events. Please enquire first
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 5 total
Any damage caused will need to be paid for
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You may smoke outside the villa by the fire.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
You may smoke by the outside stone fire. Smoking inside is forbidden, charge to fumigate is €100.
Guests must take their own garbage (rubbish) to the bins in Focchia, Pescaglia & 8 bins Fabbriche di Vergemoli. Non compliance charge €100 (pass on)

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: A fee may apply for events. Please enquire first
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pescaglia

Located in Pescaglia, this villa is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Viareggio Beach and Forte dei Marmi Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Puccini Museum and Lucca Botanical Gardens. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Pescaglia, Toscana

What's nearby

  • Grotta del Vento - 18 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Teatrino di Vetriano - 19 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Chestnut Museum - 21 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Ponte della Maddalena - 25 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Santuario Mariano Eremo di Calomini - 25 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Barga Castelvecchio Station - 26 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Alpino - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Osteria Candalla - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Da Valentino - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪I Panini Da Mario - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Emilio e Bona - ‬46 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning Old Stone Tuscan Villa near Lucca & Pescaglia with a great private pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Stunning Old Stone Tuscan Villa near Lucca & Pescaglia with a great private pool?

As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning Old Stone Tuscan Villa near Lucca & Pescaglia with a great private pool on 6 May 2026 start from NZ$745, 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 Stunning Old Stone Tuscan Villa near Lucca & Pescaglia with a great private pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total).

How much is parking at Stunning Old Stone Tuscan Villa near Lucca & Pescaglia with a great private pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Old Stone Tuscan Villa near Lucca & Pescaglia with a great private pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Old Stone Tuscan Villa near Lucca & Pescaglia with a great private pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Old Stone Tuscan Villa near Lucca & Pescaglia with a great private pool located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly villa is within 12 mi (20 km) of Grotta del Vento, Tana che Urla and Grotta del Vento. Ponte della Maddalena and Santuario Mariano Eremo di Calomini are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan L.

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

Fantastic place

Wonderful property, great location, excellent communication with the owner, everything provided for us and more. The Villa was a dream stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve J.

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

Gateway to happiness

Excellent property Would highly recommend the Villa, very beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kayleigh h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house in the hills of Tuscany. Property is clean, well designed, fully equipped and well maintained with large pool and really great touches for small kids (swings, sandpit). Communication with the owners/ management team was very quick and easyHouse is located in a small village - nearest large town was Lucca (45 mins drive), which is very, beautiful and historic walled city with many restaurants, shops, churches etc. Beaches are also accessible - around 1 hour for us. Having a car is a must. Overall great stay, highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine Cross

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful villa in the tranquil Tuscan Hills, this place is well equipped with everything you need and more. Close to beautiful Lucca and Florence with some lovely local restaurants nearby. Local food and wine is absolutely superb. Supermarkets are not far away with plenty of space in the villa to stock up. It has a well maintained pool and gardens and the owner is helpful and friendly and just an email away from anything you need. We visited the nearby beaches too. Directions to the villa are well explained, driving can be tricky with some tight bends but the views are breathtaking. Highly recommended.
Huge outdoor pool
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan L.

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

Heaven in Tuscany

The property is situated in a lovely area of outstanding beauty. Peaceful and very quiet. Pool and the Villa are amazing, clean and well looked after. small shops dotted around and cafes and restaurants to visit which are superb.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Vito D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Vacation

Good
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia K.

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

Superb holiday in wonderful illa

We decided to take another break in Pescaglia, is such a wonderful place. We love the walks and restaurants nearby. The villa itself is huge and the swimming pool is so big. It’s a great place to play, swim and relax. It is surrounded by lovely gardens, forests and grounds. Upstairs outside the kitchen there is a lovely area to eat outside with a gazebo cover. They also have the BBQ to enjoy but the best thing is a large circular open fire. As it was June and hot we only lit a couple of times But when we did we did our potatoes and after the kids cooked some Smores. We also took some day trips, first we went to Viareggio where the beach is really good fun We also went to Lucca a few times, it is a walled city with many things to see and places to eat. We then took a couple of trips to Sienna and Florence. We had a great holiday, loved the Villa and would wholeheartedly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anja I.

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

Peaceful and beautiful property

We enjoyed staying at the property as a group of friends. It was very well equipped (e.g. the kitchen had all appliances you could possibly need, there were pool floaties and badminton sets, pool towels were provided in addition to regular towels etc.). The one down side is that some things are a bit worn out - the fence is damaged in a few places, the pool lining needs patching up, a mattress or two could use replacing, a duvet in one of the rooms was a bit moldy... However, none of those things really affected our stay a lot, since the area around and the property itself are so beautiful and peaceful, you have total privacy and have so many opportunities for all sorts of activities in and around the villa. The communication with the owner and the management company was super easy, all of our questions and issues were resolved in no time, so big props to Tamara for that! All in all, I would highly recommend staying at the villa, and we would gladly come back :)
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

simon d.

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

Beautiful!

We were a family group of 8 adults and 2 toddlers and had an amazing time at this beautiful villa situated in an amazing location. The villa itself is large and spacious and the amenities are ideal - good size bedrooms, ample kitchen / dinning area, basement pool table room (although pool table has seen better days). The garden is lovely, great outdoor dinning areas with BBQ and a lovely swimming pool, plenty of pool inflatables and also x2 adult bikes and x2 childrens bikes. However one concern was that the pool was not completely fenced in, therefore a risk for the toddlers, although the owner has confirmed this is being rectified in early 2024. You'll definitely need a car as set high up in the hills with a min 10 min drive for shopping or 25 min drive for supermarkets, however there is a tiny village 10 mins walk away with a charming bar for evening drinks. All in all, a fantastic place and once the fence around the pool is addressed, it will be perfect!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Nathalie F.

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

Un superbe endroit

La maison est située dans un magnifique environnement. Elle est assez grande pour un groupe de 10 personnes. Je trouvais cependant le nombre de canapé insuffisant (2 pour un total de 5 places) Il y a 5 chambres mais il faut savoir que la chambre située le plus bas est très sombre et a un problème d'humidité. Nous n'avons vu personne pour nous donner des instructions et n'avons jamais compris le système de tri des poubelles ainsi que les jours de sortie des différents types de poubelles
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh O.

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

100% would recommend!! We had the best experience in this stunning villa.

This was our first time in this region, it is so lovely there, some of the views are breathtaking and it is great for walks. We loved this old villa, firstly it is huge and then it is set on really large piece of land. The villa has everything we needed, it is spacious with 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. The kitchen was well equipped and had a good island that we could sit around. In the evening our children played downstairs in the games room, it included a billiard table. Outside of the kitchen was a nice garden where we had a large open fire and a BBQ area. The pool was lovely and large, I was able to sit on the balcony with a coffee and keep an eye on the children playing in the swimming pool. Even though we had very hot weather the villa stayed cool enough. When a kettle broke, we contacted the manager Tamara, the next day a person came with a replacement. We found them to be helpful. We would recommend this villa.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia K.

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

The Tuscan holidays

A beautiful villa in Tuscan mountains. The villa is very large, it has 3 floors and is sitting by the woods and the gardens are very big .The pool is wonderful, we all had such a wonderful time there , the kids played ( there were plenty of pool toys ) while the adults could lie in the sun .The sun beds had all been replaced , plus the play area for the kids was clean and well kept . We were told by the management that the owner had just fixed or replaced everything. The villa was well stocked with glasses, plates and other kitchen items .The property and surrounding area is very quiet , and area is private.The kitchen walks out onto the upper garden, where there is a big BBQ and open fire .The open fire has stone seats around, so in the evening we would seat around the fire , it is something special. The owner was good on communication and would reply to any questions we had .We really wish we had stayed longer and intend to return again next year.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Isabelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Tolles Haus, super Pool, erholsam

Grundsätzlich hat es uns sehr gut gefallen. Es ist abgelegen, etwas in der Höhe (auch wenn es sehr heiss ist, wird es abends und während der Nacht kühler). Der Pool ist gross, hat eine gute Tiefe zum Schwimmen und Baden. Es ist friedlich, man findet immer einen Schattenplatz, weitläufig und mitten in der Natur. Die Zimmer sind gut, die Betten wie die meisten in Italien. Alles ist schön gemacht und gut ausgestattet. Es war sehr sauber geputzt. Da keine Übergabe stattfand, haben wir unsere Beanstandungen sofort platziert. Leider waren einige Sachen defekt. Wir finden, es war nicht gut unterhalten. Auch nach unserer Beanstandung wurde nichts repariert. Wir genossen unseren Aufenthalt und wollten uns deshalb nicht die Ferien vermiesen lassen. Wir waren einige Parteien und konnten uns gut verweilen. Nach den Ferien habe ich mit den Eigentümern Kontakt aufgenommen und meine Beanstandungen platziert und auch, dass ich von der Verwaltung enttäuscht war - diese haben die Beanstandungen entgegen genommen, aber nicht gehandelt. Mit den Eigentümern sind wir immer noch in klärendem Kontakt, sie nehmen es sehr seriös und sind an unseren Erfahrungen interessiert. Der Spielplatz (Sandkasten und Schaukeln) sind gut unterhalten, tipptopp.Ich würde die Liegenschaft weiterempfehlen, wenn etwas nicht gut ist, penetrant dran bleiben und die Verwaltung zum Handeln zwingen. Resp. sofort die Eigentümer kontaktieren. Es waren aber trotzdem sehr erholsame Ferien!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allie C.

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

Fabulous

Comfortable and relaxing stay for a small group. Well equipped house, great communication and service from property manager. Would love to come back for longer next time. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

andreas b.

Liked: Check-in, location

Sehr schöne Villa

Sehr schönes Haus, leider nicht besonders gut gepflegt
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Morten F.

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

Did not live up to expectations at all!

The pictures on the VRBO page are old pictures. The house is not in good shape and has not been maintained to be called a luxury house. There were ants everywhere when we arrived including in our sons bed. There were garbage/bottles in the backyard and the general cleaning standard was very low. After contacting the owners they sent our request along to the agency that stood for the cleaning BUT nothing happens. So do not book this very expensive house and expect luxury!!!! At a lower price, more honest description/pictures and better cleaning the rating could go up but for us we give it 1/10
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Eliane S.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Urlaub mit Familie und Kleinkindern

Die Villa ist sehr schön, aber leider überhaupt nicht gepflegt. Wir waren mit unseren Kindern und deren Familie in der Villa 7 Erwachsene und zwei Kleinkinder,ein Grund für diese Villa war für uns der Spielplatz, leider war die Rutschbahn defekt, rostig und gefährlich für Kinder, geht gar nicht. Im Inserat steht, das einmal die Woche die Bettwäsche gewechselt wird, wir haben die ganzen zwei Wochen keine Putzfrau gesehen, es hatte zuwenig Bade-Duschtücher, Putzlappen hatte es ein Stück und auch Geschirrtücher nur eins... Es hatte nicht genug Weingläser für Sieben, zuwenig Wassergläser Besteck ist zum Teil defekt. Den Grill konnte man gar nicht brauchen, er hatt unten ein durgerostetes Loch, so dass die Holzkohle durchfällt,wir haben einen neuen gekauft und dort gelassen. Auch Bratpfannen waren eine Zumutung...... Der Pool ist ganz schön, aber leider war alles schmutzig voller Blätter , die Stühle im Pavillon rostig defekt man muss aufpassen, das man sich nicht verletzt. Es lagen schmutzige Kinderspielsachen rum ein Babypool halb gefüllt mit nassen Tüchern usw. drinn, einfach gruusig...... Der unterhalt der Liegenschaft ist leider sehr schlecht, sehr schaade, es wäre eine so schöne Villa. Freundliche Grüsse Eliane Spohn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue & Frank H.

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

Stunning location and a great family experience

The property is a spacious and well equipped property, typical of the area but fully up to date. It has the space for all the family to find some privacy if they needed it and the room to all be together when we wanted also. The pool is a superb and kids equipment a god send for us. The trees and setting ensure a range of flora and fauna was on hand to surprise and delight us! Not too far into Lucca, but there are also some more local delights to explore as well atop hills and in valleys. Something for everyone. Definitely somewhere we'd come back to.
Verified

8/10 Good

Meena P.

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

First family holiday to Tuscany!

We enjoyed a weeks holiday in the villa. The villa is large, so ideal for a big group. The location can be tricky to get to but once you are there it’s absolutely amazing! It had all the amenities you would need. We went at the end of May and the weather was a bit hit and miss but that did not ruin the holiday as there is plenty to do and see or you can just relax in the villa. The pool area is great, enough sun loungers for everyone! Overall very good! We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne-Karin G.

Fint stort hus med stor pool.

Fint hus i fint skick och bra standard! Inte slitet alls. Stor pool, men den är iskall. Huset ligger enskilt i en dal, vilket har både för och nackdelar. Begränsad morgon och eftermiddagssol. Vi hyrde in kocken Morena till huset två kvällar, vilket var mycket bra! God mat i mängder! Det negativa var att huset var dåligt städat och alla leksaker och cyklar var trasiga.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Outstanding Property

This charming villa and the beautiful surrounding area do not disappoint. From relaxing by the huge pool, walking to the little market nearby, or sitting by the firepit in the evening, this is a perfect holiday property. The villa is well maintained with all the quality amenities one could desire. The location offers the opportunity to just relax or drive to one of the nearby charming villages or towns. We would highly recommend for couples or families and would not hesitate to return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip D.

Tremendous. Unique. Beautiful.

Wonderful location up in the mountains of Tuscany. The decor and furniture of the villa are impressive and the swimming pool is a great additional option. An extremely well maintained property in a location with wonderful scenery and pleasing views. I will definitely recommend to this villa to others. The owner provides a tremendous amount of local information to help planning enjoyment in the area.
Verified

8/10 Good

James T.

Beautiful, well maintained property in a forest setting

My family of 9 spent a week at the Villa exploring the area. We took day trips to Lucca, Florence, Pisa, Cinque Terre just to mention a few. The Villa is set in a remote location; although there were very good restaurants near by. The Villa comes completely stocked with all the kitchen appliances you need along with all the basics. The swimming pool is beautiful and made for a nice escape after a long day of touring. We took advantage of the personal chef and she prepared an absolute Italian feast our last night in the Villa. Nights were cool and pleasant and the Villa is large and accommodated our group of 9 easily. All in all we loved our stay at the Villa Marginetta and would highly recommend it to you. James Threadgill 8/16/2018
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francis S.

Beautiful Tuscany!

Stayed at the gorgeous Villa Alla Marginetta for a week with my wife and family (8 people in total). Visited many lovely villages and towns (Lucca is a must) but spent a lot of time at the poolside too. On our second evening at the villa we took up the option to have a chef prepare dinner for us all. The lovely Morena treated us to a fantastic meal! We were still eating it the following evening!! We all had a fantastic holiday in beautiful Tuscany and will return again in the future without doubt. One small point for future reference. As we arrived late and in the dark, we found the villa difficult to find and the entrance would benefit from having a more obvious sign post on the road side. Francis Smith Edinburgh
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Wade L.

Paradise in idyllic setting with pure luxury

The villa is so beautiful and authentic and has everything you would need. The pool water is so clear and is spring water so it is unbelievable refreshing. The location is in between two little villages which are very quant. There is an amazing walk not far from the villa to the village on the hill and another walk down to the river. When I was lying out looking at the blue sky I could hear the river and the birds. Fab! There is a fab place where we ate at the pool under the Gazebo. At night we lit a fire and cooked smores at the stone fire. Love the Villa, love the place. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

About the host

Hosted by Mairead Lafferty

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From the very first moment we have loved Italy and especially Tuscany. We stay at our villa 3 or 4 times a year. About 13 years ago an old ruins came up for sale on 7 acres. It was such a private place yet close to so many villages and amenities. It was obvious that it would be a massive project which would take a lot of time, money and careful planning but best of all many trips. We are forever indebted to our friend Gina, without her love & care for Alla Marginetta this dream would not be reality. It took a good 2 years to finish Alla Marginetta. We live between my wife’s home of Moscow and my home town of Dublin, Miami and of course Pescaglia. I'm an amputee so the heat of Miami & San Rocco really help me, plus the bonus of such a wonderful oasis.

Why they chose this property

We have come to Italy on so many holidays and in the last 20 years always seem to gravitate to Pescaglia. Alla Marginetta was our first attempt at building a home away from home. Alla Marginetta has been a real project of love and care, we would do it all over again in a heartbeat. We picked the area as we particularly liked Lucca and Pescaglia as it is not overrun by tourists as other parts can be and the locals are very friendly. Also, the weather is really good, it is hot but not too hot. When we stay we have so much to see and do while not driving too far, plus when we want silence this is the best place to hideaway.

What makes this property unique

Alla Marginetta is hidden away and the closeness to nature is magical. You are nestled in the forest and sitting in the garden you can hear the flow of the river below, it is so soothing. For people with young Children you can always see them in the play area while older children can walk the hills and mountains. There is a walking track that passes the Villa which even the locals like to walk. Fishing is just below if you wish. Within a few minutes you have two little villages and then just past them are the towns of Fabbriche di Vallico and Pescaglia plus more. Within about 1 hour is Massa, Viageggio and Pisa for great days out. Florence is also a great day (or 2) out. For those wishing to go to Florence, Sienna, Rome or Milan are still reachable to both, we go all the time.

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