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Casa Kennedy, Tuscan Villa with Private Swimming Pool

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Private Swimming pool overlooks mountains
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Casa Kennedy, Tuscan Villa with Private Swimming Pool

Set in the stunning Tuscan hills and located within a charming village this lovingly restored 4 double bedroom house has its own private pool and secluded seating and sun lounger decking space. It is packed with original features and will provide the perfect space for you to relax while being an ideal base to explore the region. The fully equipped kitchen, three bathrooms (one with roll top bath, one en-suite) and comfortable queen size beds will ensure that you have every convenience and comfort during your stay. The layout of the house with two large bedrooms (one with en-suite) and a dedicated bathroom on each of the upper floors makes this an ideal place to come for 2 couples or families and friends. Outside the swimming pool is completely private with lots of space and sun loungers for relaxing and idling away the warm, beautiful Tuscan days; there is an outside dining table and chairs along with a BBQ and lighting as you sit outside long into the night and share stories, laughter and fun with your friends and family. Adjoining the pool and seating area is a brand new games room with Table football, bar seating area and darts, perfect for a fun night in!

Watching the sun set each evening is magical, listening to the sound of the crickets and feeling the heat of the days sun cool as night falls.

The villa is ideally located within 10 minutes of the spa town of Bagni di Lucca with its food markets, supermarkets, doctors, pharmacy, jewellery shops, clothes shops and restaurants; and a short and scenic 35 minute drive to the historical and unique Lucca. Within 60 minutes you can explore Pisa and Florence. Or you can take the train. It is an easy drive also to the coast - Portovenere is about 2 hours away and is a beautiful area to explore for a day.

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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

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Small pets

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Saturday to Saturday bookings July and August Minimum 7 nights stay or multiple thereof (all months)

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number IT046002C2PXBLVXQ4
Property # 8142581
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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

About the area

Bagni di Lucca

Located in Bagni di Lucca, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Orrido di Botri Nature Reserve and Monte Coronato, while Teatrino di Vetriano and Museo Civico del Territorio di Barga are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Parco Levigliese and Parco del Levigliese. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and mountain climbing nearby.
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Guzzano-pieve di Controne, Tuscany

What's nearby

  • Casino' delle Terme - 13 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Bagni di Lucca Thermal Spa - 14 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Ponte della Maddalena - 20 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Canyon Park Adventure Park - 23 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Walls of Lucca - 51 min drive - 35.4 km

Getting around

  • Bagni di Lucca Station - 17 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trattoria Bar La Santina - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bar Serra - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪bar roma - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blu Matisse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Il Borgo - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Kennedy, Tuscan Villa with Private Swimming Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Casa Kennedy, Tuscan Villa with Private Swimming Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Casa Kennedy, Tuscan Villa with Private Swimming Pool ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa Kennedy, Tuscan Villa with Private Swimming Pool ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Kennedy, Tuscan Villa with Private Swimming Pool ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa Kennedy, Tuscan Villa with Private Swimming Pool located?

This family-friendly Bagni di Lucca holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Casino' delle Terme, Bagni di Lucca Thermal Spa and Prato Fiorito. Monte Coronato and Ponte della Maddalena are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian F.

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

very nice stay

very nice stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2025
Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maaike c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderfull house at a wonderfull place with lovely owners! They were realky helpfull and kind! The house has everything you need for a pleasant stay in Tuscany! We will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! It was a pleasure to host you and I hope we can welcome you again. Best wishes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Love this Area

We had a very nice stay in Tuscany at the impressive Villa Kennedy - 10 of 10 points
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Great summer Holiday experience

Had a fantastic time. Beautiful house. Beautiful area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2024
Dear David Thank you so much for this review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your holiday in Casa Kennedy Guzzano! Best wishes Maria
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conor H.

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

Great place

My wife and I enjoyed our stay at Casa Kennedy. Everything was as advertised and the hosts were helpful and very responsive. This is a great place to visit if trying to get off the beaten track.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2023
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are very happy you enjoyed your stay. Best wishes Maria and Pat
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina D.

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

Beuatifull place

We had a wonderfull time. Nice swimmingpool and good neighbors
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful place with everything you could wish for. The house is lovingly furnished and has a beautiful charm. The location is secluded and peaceful with stunning views; easy to reach by car for trips to Pisa, Florence, or even the beach in Viareggio. Supermarkets are easy to get to, and you can enjoy a quick and delicious pizza right down in the valley at Bagni di Lucca. We would definitely recommend this villa. Communication was easy and straightforward. Thank you for the lovely stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2025
Thank you so much for your positive feedback, we really appreciate it and are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. You are very welcome to come back. Best wishes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darryl P.

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

Lovely large villa in the Tuscan Hills

Lovely large and very well equipped villa. Great communication and very large, enough for 8 people.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2024
Thank you very much for your kind review. It was a pleasure to host you and hope to welcome you back. Best wishes Maria
Verified

8/10 Good

Benjamin C.

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

We loved it : )

We stayed 10 days in May/June at this amazing house. The communication with the owner and the check-in procedure were smooth and just great. Everybody was very supportive and caring. We were in good hands and felt comfortable at any time. The kitchen is big and offers everything you need. We loved the pool and the view is amazing. We had a great time and can definitively recommend this pearl of Tuscany.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Thank you so much for your kind review. I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed your holiday at Casa Kennedy and Tuscany. Best wishes to you and your family. Maria
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Wonderful Home in the Garfagnana Tuscany Hills

A characterful, comfortable and very well equipped villa with stunning views in a peaceful village location. Casa Kennedy felt like a home from home with comfortable beds and spotless bathrooms as well as a very well equipped kitchen. A place to plant yourself and enjoy the serenity, the nature and the good natured locals and expats of Bagni di Lucca and its surrounding villages. To sample the special atmosphere of Pieve di Controne church be sure to walk there on a Sunday. A wonderful holiday on a special place. Grazie!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda l.

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

Idyllic Italian Base

A wonderful place with all amenities and extra little touches. The whole family enjoyed the break at Casa Kennedy and especially the pool. It was remote and peaceful with wonderful views but accessible with a car to get to Pisa, Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Tenuta Adamo winery and other places if you choose. We used the train network too. Drive up to Guzzano typical windy route. Able to stock up in multiple supermarkets at base of the climb up. Would highly recommend this villa one of our best holidays here! Maria ensured everything cleaned during our 10 night stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2023
Dear Belinda and family. Thank you so much for your review! I am delighted that you all enjoyed your holiday and hope to welcome you back. Best wishes Maria
Verified

8/10 Good

Markéta v.

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

Family holiday onder the Tuscan sun

After a car travel of 13 hours we finally arrived in Guzzano. In our 14 days of holiday we enjoyed the local food and drinks. Visited winery, few cities, have been to the coast… Most important was the quality time with our family ( 8 persons) which we enjoyed in a typical Tuscan house. The house is equipped with all necessary items and the beautiful swimming pool. The welcome was very nice including the complementary bottle of Prosecco. On the downside it’s little bit harder to find a parking space. But overall I would recommend this villa to everyone who wants to enjoy a beautiful Tuscan environment.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2022
Thank you for your lovely review. I am very happy that you enjoyed your holiday and hope we can welcome you back. Best wishes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roos v.

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

Lovely stay near Bagni di Lucca

We stayed at Casa di Kennedy on a holiday with friends. The swimming pool had amazing views over the surrounding area. We loved reading books from the cute balcony with similar views. The house is located in a small and quiet village, 10 min drive from bagni di lucca. The house has an Old and authentic Tuscan feeling, which we enjoyed. The pool can be seen from the village road So is not completely private. I would recommend some more lighting in the outside area as a late dinner outside was a bit dark. We made it work however with some romantic candles. Would recommend this house to friends and families!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2022
Thanks for your lovely review. I am so happy that you enjoyed your holiday. I have noted your feedback and will add more lights outside! Thanks again
Archival

8/10 Good

Brian S.

Fantastic location with wonderful vista

Casa Kennedy is in an idyllic location and provides more than all you need for a get away from it all holiday. The facilities are excellent with all the equipment you need for a great holiday being provided and the local lady who looks after the house was extremely helpful. It was absolutely wonderful to have the benefit of the pool to cool down in under the Tuscan sun whilst later in the day having the benefit of bedrooms in the house which did not require air conditioning. Just close the shutters, open the windows and a good nights sleep in the every comfortable beds is available despite the outside temperature. We were also able to enjoy the great restaurants in Bagna Di Lucca, one of which has gone to the top of our all time favourite holiday restaurant list. Maria was very helpful and responsive during the booking process and provided all the information required in a timely and complete manner. We really enjoyed our time in Casa Kennedy and would not hesitate to go back.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you very much for your review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back in the future. All the best Maria
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Majken A.

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

Stunning view

We were two couples travelling together, and I must say, that the house was really nice and big for us. And since the weather was not on our side, is was nice to sit in the big kitchen and livingroom. The pool was a bit smaller than we have expected (from the pictures) and is was very cold (probably because of the weather and that we travled in september). Beautiful walks by the mountains was great, and there was marking on the tracks, so you could go wrong. By car the distance to Bagni de Lucca is okay, but by foot, it is more difficult, and not recommand in the evening and night (the cars drives very fast on small roads). Anyway, we loved our stay, the stunning view, the big an well equipped kitchen and the most beautiful house.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you for your review, I hope we can welcome you back to Casa Kennedy again Best wishes Maria and Pat
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva B.

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

Amazing vacation home for two families

The house exceeded all out expectations. The rooms are airy and well planned, the kitchen is amazing with everything you might need. (Only bad thing is the sink. It's not really a problem, but it's not so practical). The pool is awesome, perfect size for kids playing and grownups cooling off. We also really enjoyed the outdoor dining area as well. The views are just breath taking, and since the village is farther up the hill from Bagni di Lucca, it was just a little cooler than down in the valley with the raging heat wave. What we missed about the location were better hiking paths. You have to go everywhere by car if you don't want to risk your neck on the narrow hillside roads. Maybe we would have explored further options, but the heat wave made for a perfect excuse not to stay as physically active as we would have liked to be.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2022
Thank you very much for your lovely review. I am very happy that you enjoyed the house, the pool and outside areas. I would love the opportunity to welcome you again. Best wishes Maria
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Very spacious, comfortable, loads of character!

We found the house after a long (seemed long but only 10 minutes or so) and winding journey up a mountain - and came to the village of Guzzano - sleepy, hot, peaceful - a perfect antidote for the stresses and noise and busyness of living in the south east of England! The house was lovely - full of character, bags or original features, comfortably furnished - and a great base for sightseeing. We Lucca, Pisa, Viareggio by car - and Florence by train which was so easy. Do take the trouble to visit the helpful lady in the tourist information office in Bagni di Lucca, she was able to to help us with trains and so on. Some great restaurants locally too, where we ordered things which we didn't have a clue what they were (lamentable Italian I'm afraid) but everything was fab. Local people very friendly and helpful. We had some lovely barbeques in the garden, watching the sun go down over the mountains, listening to crickets and owls. Maria sent lots of helpful information regarding the area in advance of our stay. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone - and hope to return some day too! Thank you Maria.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Hello Thank you so much for your review and I am really delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay. I look forward to welcoming you back in the future. All the best Maria
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirk B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Haustierfreundluch mit Pool
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

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

Schöner Urlaub

Die Unterkunft ist ein wunderschönes, älteres Haus und von der Einteilung her traumhaft. Besonders hat uns die große Küche gefallen. Die Vermieterin und die Verwalter, die direkt neben an wohnen helfen einem in jeder Lebenslage. Auch bemerkenswert, dass Sachen wie Gewürze Putzenmittel und Waschmittel sowie ein Weinregal vorhanden sind. Das ganze Haus einfach sehr gemütlich und schön eingerichtet ist. Der Garten ist klein, aber fein und der Pool samt liegen und der Tisch im Außenbereich sind sehr schön und es ist ein Platz, an dem man sich wohl fühlt.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael C.

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

Schöner Urlaub in der Toskana

-Haus wie beschrieben ( Einrichtung in die Jahre gekommen ). - Jammern auf hohem Niveau🙈😉 -Außenbereich für 8 Personen etwas zu klein ( aber ausreichend ) auch hier etwas Renovierungsbedürftig im Bereich Pool der Holzpaneele ( Bretter lose und Schrauben guckten raus ). Alles in Allem ein sehr schönes Häuschen….Auf jedem Fall Empfehlenswert 👍 - der ca. 5 km lange Serpentinen Weg in Dorf wurde ja schon in anderen Bewertungen beschrieben. Wir würden wiederkommen 😀
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2024
Vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung. Ich schätze die Punkte des Feedbacks
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siri d.

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

Fantastisk plats i toskanska bergen

Stor, avskild, lugn villa i fantastisk omgivning i toskanska bergen. Kan verkligen rekommendera detta ställe. De enda negativa jag kan komma på om jag måste är att det är lite läskiga vägar att köra på med bil modell större. Men annars var allt jättebra :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2024
Tack! Jag är så glad att du gillade din vistelse! Bästa hälsningar, Maria
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antje V.

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

Super

Super Unterkunft. Hält alles, was sie verspricht.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2024
Thank you so much for your review, I am so happy that you enjoyed your holiday. Best wishes, Maria
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SYLVIE V.

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

séjour parfait !

Une maison magnifique, un cadre somptueux ! la nature tout autour et les petits villages de Toscane. Nous avons passé un merveilleux séjour. Merci !
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2023
Merci beaucoup pour votre aimable critique! Nous sommes si heureux que vous ayez apprécié votre séjour. Merci!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simone K.

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

Alles tip-top

Wir hatten eine wunderbare Zeit in Guzzano. Das Haus ist klasse und wie beschrieben. Steve und Denise haben sich um alles perfekt gekümmert. Super netter Kontakt.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2023
Dear Simone and Marco Thank you so much for your kind review. I am very happy that you enjoyed your holiday. Best wishes Maria
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sandra S.

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

Schönes Haus

Schönes altes Haus mit super Aussicht. Check in hat alles gut gekappt.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2023
Hi Sandra I am sorry you have given a 2 star review and did not not afford us the opportunity to understand what is driving this especially as your words are positive and you did not raise anything with the hosts that was not addressed. This is extremely damaging to our holiday business and in ten years is the first such review. Regards Maria

About the host

Hosted by Maria Kennedy

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Professional, Irish nationals living in the UK. We love cycling, art, culture and good food - Italy is a perfect destination. We bought Casa Kennedy 12 years ago and have renovated and decorated it extensively. We love it more every time we visit.

Why they chose this property

The area is mountainous and very beautiful and lends itself to a a lot of different holidays - cycling, trekking, walking, skiing (in winter), Culture (nearby Lucca and Florence, Siena, Modena) or simply relaxing in the absolute peace and quiet listening to nature and the gentle hum of village life. You feel like you are miles from anywhere but it could not be easier to get to Guzzano - one hour from Pisa airport and 3 miles from Bagni di Lucca which has many lovely restaurants, cafes, a theatre, hotels, shops etc.

What makes this property unique

Peaceful village life which is incredibly accessible to Pisa airport and local town of Bagni di Lucca. Very spacious house, can easily accommodate 8. Completely redecorated to a very high standard and has a very private swimming pool with wonderful views of the mountain

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