Peaceful Tuscan farmhouse, magnificent views. Near Lucca, Pescia, Florence, Pisa

Peaceful Tuscan farmhouse, magnificent views. Near Lucca, Pescia, Florence, Pisa

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Exterior of Il Rivo
View across the valley from Il Rivo
Side of Il Rivo towards cabana
Main bedroom
Pontorno print in main bedroom

Overview of Peaceful Tuscan farmhouse, magnificent views. Near Lucca, Pescia, Florence, Pisa

Reviews
4.7 out of 5 Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

Pescia (PT), Tuscany
  • Popular LocationTerme di Montecatini24 min drive
  • Popular LocationTerme Excelsior24 min drive
  • Popular LocationTerme Tettuccio24 min drive
  • AirportPisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)66 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Library with single bed

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Peaceful Tuscan farmhouse, magnificent views. Near Lucca, Pescia, Florence, Pisa

The house sleeps 6 plus baby/small child. Couples, solo guests, groups of friends and families have stayed over the years. Il Rivo is where you can experience a taste of quintessential Tuscan living! It provides a refuge from the clamour of everyday life with it's thick stone walls, chestnut beamed ceilings, stylish bathrooms and colourful interior decor. The rural setting surrounded by pine, acacia, and fruit trees offers glorious views over the densely wooded hillsides studded with medieval hilltop villages. The owners have sensitively renovated the house with locally sourced traditional materials to include an ensuite bathroom, a modernised family bathroom and a third bedroom. The rest of the house has been kept in the venacular of a traditional Tuscan farmhouse. The two double bedrooms are at opposite ends of the house, the main bedroom has an ensuite bathroom, and the second dual aspect double bedroom is near to the family bathroom allowing a degree of independence. The third bedroom has a bunk bed and resembles a small chapel with French doors, two windows and a pitched roof. A large wrought iron single day bed in an inner hallway between the main bedroom and the twin room provides a further sleeping option, a window provides natural light.
There is a terrace with a sunbathing area and a vine-clad pergola for 'alfresco' dining. It offers wonderful respite after a days sightseeing whilst enjoying the magnificent view across the valley.
There are many tourist attractions on the doorstep: Florence, Pisa, Lucca, Tuscan Riviera and skiing at Abetone. Nearer are several swimming pools (one with a curved water slide!). For the more energetic there are established walking trails, and cycling.

Property manager

Michelle
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Amenities

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Toys, highchair, stairgate, bed-guard etc

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please allow 3 days+ in advance before making a booking. Minimum rentals of 6 days.
Central Heating: the meter will read at the start and finish of a rental, and the cost of units used will be charged to the guests after departure.
CANCELLATION: If a booking has to be cancelled due to government Covid restrictions at least 14 days from the start of the rental 100% refund.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome

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

Pescia

Located in Pescia, this farm stay is in a rural area and in the mountains. Oak Tree of Pinocchio and Fucecchio Marshes reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pinocchio Park and Centro Storico di Buggiano. Consider Manzoni Theater for a night out or Parco Avventura Sospeso nel Verde if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Pinocchio Park - 18 min drive
  • Terme di Montecatini - 24 min drive
  • Funicolare Cablecar Railway - 24 min drive
  • Terme Excelsior - 24 min drive
  • Terme Tettuccio - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Pescia Station - 14 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Buca Gasthaus - 12 min drive
  • Pizzeria Quadrifoglio - 11 min drive
  • Bar Ristorante Bozzolo - 16 min drive
  • Bombolonaio - 12 min drive
  • Agriturismo La Fagianaia - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Tuscan farmhouse, magnificent views. Near Lucca, Pescia, Florence, Pisa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Tuscan farmhouse, magnificent views. Near Lucca, Pescia, Florence, Pisa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Tuscan farmhouse, magnificent views. Near Lucca, Pescia, Florence, Pisa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Tuscan farmhouse, magnificent views. Near Lucca, Pescia, Florence, Pisa located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly farm stay is within 6 mi (10 km) of Gipsoteca Libero Andreotti Civic Museum, San Domenico, and Porta Fiorentina. Pinocchio Park and Villa Garzoni are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

4.7

Exceptional

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4.6/5

Cleanliness

4.6/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.4/5

Location

4.4/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip to Tuscany
The views were amazing. The rooms were very well appointed and met our needs. Having three bathrooms was a plus. The only thing is the drive up to the property is quite mountainous and very curvy. The path to the house from the car park is quite steep. You just need to take it slow and enjoy the view.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Rick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Tuscan experience and views
My wife and I stayed here for 6 nights with 3 of our adult children. We loved the ambience of the place and hanging out in the terrace area in the mornings and evenings with its spectacular views. And the occasional wild boar squeals made it more special! The hilltop town of Vellano is a short way above the house and there are great views of it from the top of the property. The roads to get there are narrow, twisty, and so much fun to drive (IMO). Highly recommend this to anyone looking to get entrenched in a rural hilltop Tuscan experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Place
We had a brilliant stay at Il Rivo. The house was great, and very spacious for five, and during a heatwave we sat on the verandah, underneath the cooling pergola, looking across the valley to Fibiallla and Medicina while listening to birds, owls and boars. Enjoyed day trips to Alpi Apuane, Ocherrelia, Lucca and Pisa. The local restaurant in Vellano, Trattoria Manero, is very special. Not sure the photos can do the house, or the views from it, justice.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Suzanne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, a large roomy house with atmosphere and amazing views. For this of course you must drive up and down the winding road to and from Pescia… but how lovely it is to return from the bustle of Lucca, or any of the Italian towns and roads to the peace of the house. Those with children, our 10 year old might have enjoyed more space outside to run around in, but a good Netflix connection made up for that in the evenings…not a lot for kids entertainment in the area but we did swim once at outside pool (we craved a river or lake)… but all in all a fab place in Italy and the sounds of cicadas and the odd grunting wild boar added to the ambience and excitement of the hills… we would definitely go again. Thanks for letting us rent your house!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

4/5 Good

Charles B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary vacation
We spent a month at Il Rivo in June 2023 and it suited our needs perfectly. The two double bedrooms are a nice size and the bunkroom along with the daybed area is also. Having multiple bathrooms with showers is great. The house is quite remote on a long narrow winding road. The car park area is small and takes maneuvering to get turned around. The walkway down to the house is like a trail and quite steep. It can be slippery when it rains. Consider this if you are not stable on your feet or able to climb steep inclines. It makes a challenge to get your luggage down to the house. A sign needs to be put up that clearly states which house is Il Rivo . We had a few issues when we arrived but the Manager Maria and owner Michelle took care of them. The walkway down to the house had not been moved/weed whacked, the weeds were up to our shins when we arrived. It was getting dark and drizzling which made the trek down difficult. Maria contacted the garderner and had him come weed it. Michelle has apologized that this was not done prior to our arrival. The bunk room needed to be cleaned and Maria had the cleaner come the next day. Whenever we had an issue or question, Maria took care of it for us. The covered area outdoors is nice. The owners recommendations for shopping and dining are spot on. We tried all the restaurants and they were delicious. We had a great time. Our family felt like they were locals living the real Italian life. Thank you Michelle and Maria.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michelle

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We are from London but thankfully have the solace of 'Il Rivo' to look forward to several times a year! We use it as a place to unwind, entertain friends and family and to experience typical Tuscan living away from the tourist hourdes. The owners have sensitively renovated the property whilst still maintaining its authentic Tuscan farmhouse character. As busy working parents with a family to raise we fully appreciate the haven that 'Il Rivo' provides and are very happy to let our guests share the experience. We love exploring the local hills and villages often stopping to sample the delicious local food. We've done many day trips to places of interest, but always enjoy coming home to collapse on the terrace!

Why they chose this property

The panoramic vista across the valley is 'Il Rivo's' unique selling point. Opening the shutters in the morning to reveal the view is always a lovely experience. My older brother bought the house in the 1980's, initially he was looking in the Champagne region in France but made a detour and never looked back settling for some fine Chianti instead! He is buried in the cemetery at the top of Vellano, which he used to refer to as his 'tomb with a view'!

What makes this property unique

'Il Rivo' is within easy reach of Florence, Lucca, Pistoia, Prato, Montecatini Terme and many other points of interest. Also nearby are a couple of swimming pools, the Tuscan Riviera is an hour away, as is Torre del Lago for opera lovers. In the nearest village, Vellano, there is an excellent trattoria and bar, with several really good restaurants in the vicinity all serving delicious locally produced food.
The thick stone walls in the house keep it cool in the hotter months. The property is independent, in a secluded rural position surrounded by woods and wildlife, but with neighbours within walking distance, so not too cut off.
Please note that the path down to the house from the parking area is quite steep in places so perhaps not suitable for the elderly or infirm. Having said that, we have had guests who were grandparents who managed to go up and down with no issues.

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