VILLA CARA

Villa Cara - Lucca - Tuscany

10 Bedrooms - Pool - Gym Area

Location and Surrounding Area. Located near Lucca and surrounded by greenery, this carefully-restored and elegant property is ideally located to explore the region’s cultural highlights and most spectacular natural wonders. With a tranquil atmosphere, this exclusive countryside retreat is the perfect location for unforgettable day trips to the most beautiful towns in Tuscany and provides a unique opportunity to admire its splendid landscapes while soaking up the region’s incredibly rich historical and cultural heritage.

The property is just a stone’s throw from Lucca, also known as “the city of 100 churches”. Hidden behind impressive Renaissance walls, its cobbled streets, delightful squares, and shady promenades make it a perfect destination to explore on foot. At the end of the day, open-air cafes and historic restaurants tempt visitors to relax over a glass of Lucchese wine and a slow progression of dishes prepared with fresh produce from nearby Garfagnana.

In thirty minutes by car, you can easily reach Pisa, exceptionally well-known for its Leaning Tower. Moving between its alleys and riversides you will discover architectural jewels such as Santa Maria della Spina, the headquarters of the Scuola Normale Superiore in Piazza dei Cavalieri, the exhibitions of Palazzo Blu and the magnetic charm of Piazza dei Miracoli. Start from the Baptistery and head to the 130-metre Camposanto Monumentale overlooking the square.

The villa is a few kilometres from Viareggio, the most important city in the Versilia. Established as a port of Lucca, this popular sun-and-sand resort is extremely renowned for its flamboyant Carnevale, second only to Venice’s carnival, and for its dishevelled line-up of art-nouveau facades along its seafront, which recall the town’s 1920s and ‘30s heyday. Stroll along the city centre's charming streets, eat a gelato on the Passeggiata, and look out to the sea on the Dersena.

Famous for being the preferred holiday destination of many international celebrities, Forte dei Marmi is just a stone’s throw away from the villa and is the ideal place for those who love high standard services and a vibrant nightlife. With its beautiful beaches, exclusive designer boutiques, and lively atmosphere, Forte dei Marmi attracts tourists from all over the world every year. Before leaving the town, do not forget to take a stroll along the pier, historically used for loading marble extracted from the quarries onto the boats.

In less than one hour by car, you can reach Livorno, a quintessential port town with a colourful history and cosmopolitan heritage. Declared a free port in the 17th century, Livorno attracted traders from across the globe. The result was a city famed throughout Europe for its multiculturalism. Today its seafood is the best on the Tyrrhenian coast, its historic quarter threaded with Venetian-style canals is full of character, and its elegant belle époque buildings offer evocative reminders of a prosperous past.

Villa Cara is 40 km from Pisa Galileo Galilei International Airport, 74 km from Florence Amerigo Vespucci International Airport, 157 km from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport and 357 km from Rome Leonardo da Vinci International Airport. Lucca is 7 km from the villa, Pisa is 23 km, Camaiore is 26 km, Viareggio is 24 km, Forte dei Marmi is 42 km, Livorno is 55 km, Carrara is 63 km, Volterra is 78 km, Florence is 88 km, San Gimignano is 131 km, Siena is 150 km, and Grosseto is 185 km.

The Property. Surrounded by greenery, Villa Cara combines Tuscan charm with modern sophistication, boasting lavish interiors, handcrafted details, and precious artwork. With tranquil gardens overlooking the picturesque landscape, the villa boasts unrivalled privacy. With an exceptional location near Lucca, Villa Cara can sleep up to 22 guests: 18 guests in eight bedrooms (six double bedrooms, a twin room, a quadruple room) in the main villa, and 4 guests in two bedrooms (a double bedroom and a twin room) in the dépendance.

Inside the property, attention to detail meets exquisite design. The lighting throughout the interiors is predominantly given by Floss, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. The grand moon lights are thoughtfully crafted by Davide Groppi, illuminating the surroundings with a mesmerizing glow. The selection of chairs is designed by renowned Italian creators, including Kartel. A stunning mirror by Fiam gives the interior space a touch of elegance while enhancing the aesthetic appeal.

Surrounded by a garden, this magnificent villa boasts a large pool and a paved poolside area furnished with comfortable sun loungers. The open spaces of the villa offer a sanctuary for relaxation, inspiration, and connection with nature. Here, time slows down, and you can truly appreciate the beauty and tranquillity surrounding you. The outdoor area also features a covered al fresco dining area, an outdoor lounge area, brand new Weber barbecue and pizza oven. Heat lamps and blankets are also provided for cooler days.

Main Villa: The main villa boasts 1000 square metres spread over two floors. The main villa can sleep 18 guests in eight bedrooms: six double bedrooms, a twin room, a quadruple room. The ground floor boasts a double bedroom (European king-size bed) with en-suite bathroom (with both shower and tub), a private office with printer, a fully-equipped gym (which includes a treadmill, elliptical and spin bike), a fully-renovated guest bathroom with large marble tiles, a fully-renovated kitchen, a large dining table, a games table, a large seating area around a fireplace and a TV area with comfortable couches.

The fully-renovated kitchen features a Gaggenau coffee machine, double ovens, two dishwashers and stove top plus a garburator. Here you will also find multiple small appliances including a blender, drip coffee machine, instant pot, and juicer. There is also a large wine fridge filled with all local wines available for purchase. There is a spacious seating area directly off the kitchen and dining area which features a large table with parasols offering plenty of shade. This is an additional outdoor seating area.

The upper floor of the main villa features seven bedrooms and six en-suite bathrooms (with both shower and tub). One bathroom has been fully renovated and includes large marble tiles. One of the seven bedrooms on the upper floor is a quadruple room and features twin beds and a European king-size bed, which makes it ideal for families with children. On this floor you will also find a pool table and a separate TV/media room with includes an exclusive Xbox.  Air conditioning is available in all bedrooms, in the office, the gym, the TV room and common areas.

Dépendance: Offering a seamless blend of comfort and style, the dépendance sleeps four people in two bedrooms (one double bedroom with European king-size bed and one twin room). With elegant furnishings, the dépendance features a bathroom with both tub and shower. The dépendance measures 250 square metres and comes with a living area with TV and wireless Internet access, and a fully-equipped kitchen including a Nespresso coffee machine, toaster, milk frother, oven, microwave, stove top, and dishwasher. Please note that dépendance features no air conditioning. However, it is always quite cool since it is below grade level.

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