Villa Valerie

Villa Valerie sits on an oil-producing estate amidst olive groves. Dating back to the 16th century, this elegant Tuscan manor house is ideally located only 700 metres from the village of Ponte a Moriano and just 10 km from the walled city of Lucca.  The property combines an authetic Tuscan base  with modern comforts, including partial air-conditioning, a heated fenced pool, children’s playground, pizza oven, and Wi-Fi. For cyclists, it is possible to cycle directly into Lucca along the scenic river path

The English-speaking estate managers, David and Silvia, offer a thoughtful service and are on hand should you need anything during your stay. Guests also have the opportunity to purchase the estate’s own olive oil and seasonal produce. With its impressive spaces, historic charm, and proximity to both countryside and coast

ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES

Ground Floor – Entrance hall, 2 guest bathrooms, large fully-equipped kitchen, dining room seating up to 25 people, sitting room, music/TV room, reading room/study, pantry, chapel accessed externally.

First Floor – Ballroom, 2 double bedrooms both en-suite, one has a comfortable sitting room before the bedroom, tea and coffee station with mini fridge.

Second Floor – 3 en-suite twin bedrooms, 1 triple bedroom* sharing a bathroom with 1 twin bedroom, 3 twin and 1 triple bedroom* sharing 2 bathrooms, tea and coffee station with mini fridge.

*Please note that the triple rooms are only suitable for children.

Notes: A metal grid has been put just below the surface of the water in the fountain to improve child safety. The ballroom’s balcony is not fully childproofed. The door to the balcony can be locked with a padlock. We recommend children, especially those  are supervised by an adult and not left alone in this room.

AMENITIES

Air Conditioning, BBQ, Chapel, Dishwasher, DVD player, Microwave, Table tennis, Washing Machine, Wi-Fi. Gated pool can be heated upon request (additional cost)

POOL AND OUTDOOR SPACES

The private fenced swimming pool can be heated upon request at additional cost. Surrounding the pool are sun loungers, shaded areas, landscaped gardens, and a children’s playground. A traditional pizza oven is also available for al fresco dining.

DISTANCES

Ponte a Moriano village and shops 700 m. Lucca 10 km. Pisa 33 km. Pietrasanta 41 km. Carrara 64 km. Florence 84 km. Siena 146 km. Viareggio beach 37 km. Versilia Golf Club 49 km. Tennis club in Ponte a Moriano. Pisa Airport 45 km.

Rental rates

INCLUDED IN WEEKLY RENTAL
Electricity, gas, water, garden maintenance, swimming pool maintenance, bed linen changed on Saturdays, bath and pool towels changed on Saturdays, welcome food basket including water, milk, tea, coffee, bread, butter, sugar, salt and pepper, estate-produced olive oil, a bottle of wine, fresh fruit and vegetables in season, final cleaning, internet, mid-week maid service (3 maids for 2 hours at the villa), David and Silvia on hand to assist as needed.

NOT INCLUDED IN WEEKLY RENTAL (PAYABLE LOCALLY)
Extra maid service €18 per hour per maid, telephone and fax as per consumption, pool heating (electric) €50 per day, central heating as per consumption (estimate available on request), air conditioning as per consumption (approx. €100 per day based on maximum usage in hot weather), full linen change including towels €29 per person.

TOURIST TAX
€4.50 per person aged 14 years and over payable on arrival.