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Stunning 18th Century villa med fantastisk utsikt og basseng, 8 km fra Lucca

Feriebolig med familievennlig profil og med utendørsbasseng i Lucca

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Utendørsservering
Eksteriør
Kjøleskap, mikrobølgeovn, ovn og kokeplater
Overnattingsstedets uteområder
Utendørsbasseng og et oppvarmet basseng

Anmeldelser

9,8 av 10 –
Suverent

Hele ferieboligen

6 soverom4 badPlass til 10 personer350 m²

Populære fasiliteter

  • Basseng
  • Air conditioning
  • Tørketrommel
  • Vaskemaskin
  • Parkering tilgjengelig
  • Peis

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Om dette overnattingsstedet

Hele stedet

Du vil få hele huset for deg selv, og kommer kun til å måtte dele plassen med de andre gjestene du reiser sammen med.

Stunning 18th Century villa med fantastisk utsikt og basseng, 8 km fra Lucca

Al Bastini er et vakkert 18 århundre villa-våningshus med strålende utsikt. Huset er i tradisjonell toskansk stil med lokale stein og terrakotta, høy kastanjebjelker og åpne peiser. Det har blitt nydelig restaurert til en meget høy standard med en perfekt blanding av antikken og moderne bekvemmeligheter. Har air-condition, WiFi bredbånd, satellitt-50 "plasma-TV, DVD, biljardbord og bordtennis. Sett i 7 dekar av milde skrånende terrasser med gamle oliven & frukttrær, de anlagte hagene har blomsterbed, plener, et oppvarmet 10 x 5m pool, og 3 utenfor spise områder i både sol og skygge. Det er en loggia, jasmin-duftende terrasse med stein grill, og en blåregn-dekket bassengkanten pergola, alle med utsikt over den fantastiske utsikten. Det er rikelig med kvalitet hagestoler og solsenger for avslapning. Vennligst se "Husregler" for våre avbestillingsregler, da vi tilbyr refusjoner.

Bare 15 minutter fra sentrum av Lucca, er Al Bastini beleilig plassert i idylliske landsbygda i behagelig avstand fra de historiske byene Pisa, Firenze og Siena.

Noen få minutter unna med bil er butikker og restauranter i landsbyen San Macario i Piano. En ytterligere 5 minutter unna er 3 store supermarkeder og i ytterligere 5 minutter, vil du ankommer i Lucca. Både flyplassen i Pisa og Versilia kysten kan nås på 30 minutter.

Toscana og Umbria er overfylt med steder å se - de åpenbare er Firenze (1 times kjøring), Siena (1,5 timer) og San Gimignano (2 timer).

De elegante badebyene Viareggio og Forte dei Marmi ligger innen 30 minutter. Du kan også besøke Lerici på kysten, et idyllisk sted med fantastisk utsikt, hvor du kan få en kort båttur til Portavenere & nyte de herlige sjømatrestauranter. Igjen på kysten er Cinque Terre, fem flotte kystlandsbyer alle forbundet med tog, båt eller fot og vel verdt et besøk.

For en kort tur, er det verdt å gå til elegant Montecatini (30 min) en spa-by (men ikke bruke shorts som du ikke vil bli tillatt i bad). Du kan ta jernbanen (eller en taxi!Eller kjøre selv) opp til den gamle bakketopp landsbyen som er veldig pen. Et alternativt sted for lunsj er Montecarlo (20 min) eller Vinci (hjemmet til Leonardo) som, i tillegg til noen veldig gode restauranter, har en fascinerende museum med skalert ned modeller av alle hans oppfinnelser og plakater av hans verker.

Puccini ble født i Lucca og den gamle San Giovanni basilika i Lucca holder daglige konserter av hans musikk. Det finnes også en årlig friluft Puccinis opera festival convenient juli og august på nærliggende Torre del Lago.

Også vel verdt en tur er å følge Piero della Francesca sti (som i John Mortimer bok Summer lease John Mortimer også bodde på Al Bastini) som du kan starte i Arezzo (vakker by, 1. 5 timers kjøring) og fortsette å nærliggende San Sepolcro og Monterchi, for å se andre eksempler på sin blend fresco arbeid. Hvis du har tid når du er i dette området, Assisi og Perugia er også vel verdt et besøk. Volterra er en vakker fjellby vel verdt et besøk.

For sportslige aktiviteter: det er noen utfordrende golfbaner innen en times kjøring, tennisklubber, ridning, fiske, paragliding, klatring og flotte turer er alle tilgjengelige i området.

Overnattingsstedets fasiliteter

Basseng/spa

  • Oppvarmet basseng
  • Privat basseng
  • Utendørsbasseng

Internett

  • Tilgjengelig i huset: wi-fi (inkludert)

Parkering og transport

  • Bil er påkrevd
  • Parkering på stedet

Kjøkken

  • Brødrister
  • Isbitmaskin
  • Kaffetrakter/tekoker
  • Kjøkkenutstyr
  • Kjøleskap
  • Komfyrtopp
  • Krydder
  • Mikrobølgeovn
  • Oppvaskmaskin
  • Stekeovn
  • Vannkoker

Bespisning

  • Frokost er tilgjengelig mot betaling
  • Spisebord

Soverom

  • 6 soverom
  • Sengetøy

Bad

  • 4 private bad
  • Badekar
  • Bidé
  • Dusj
  • Håndklær (inkludert)
  • Hårføner
  • Kombinert dusj/badekar
  • Såpe
  • Toalettpapir

Oppholdsområder

  • Peis
  • Separat spiseområde
  • Spisebord
  • Stue

Underholdning

  • Bøker
  • DVD-spiller
  • Smart-TV
  • Spill
  • Stereoanlegg

Utendørsområder

  • Grill
  • Hage
  • Terrasse
  • Terrasse
  • Utemøbler

Klesvask

  • Vaskemaskin
  • Vaskeritjenester

Komfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Oppvarming

Kjæledyr

  • Ingen kjæledyr tillatt

Tilgjengelighetstilpasning

  • Røykfritt overnattingssted

Tjenester og bekvemmeligheter

  • Safe
  • Strykejern/-brett

Beliggenhet

  • I landlige omgivelser
  • Nær et helse-/skjønnhetsspa
  • Nær et outlet-kjøpesenter
  • Nær et sykehus
  • Nær sjøen

Opplevelser

  • Biljardbord
  • Bordtennis
  • Oppvarmet basseng
  • Spillrom
  • Brettseiling i nærheten
  • Fiske i nærheten
  • Fugletitting i nærheten
  • Golfbane i nærheten
  • Hesteridning i nærheten
  • Seiling i nærheten
  • Svømming i nærheten
  • Terrengsykling i nærheten
  • Tur-/sykkelstier i nærheten
  • Turer med motorbåt i nærheten
  • Vinturer i nærheten

Sikkerhetstiltak

  • Karbonmonoksidalarm (verten har oppgitt at det finnes en karbonmonoksidalarm på overnattingsstedet)
  • Røykvarsler (verten har oppgitt at det finnes en røykvarsler på overnattingsstedet)
  • Førstehjelpsskrin
  • Brannslukningsapparat

Generelt

  • Boenhetens størrelse: 350 kvadratmeter
  • Hage
  • Omfattende resirkuleringsplan

Lignende overnattingssteder

Regler

Innsjekking

Innsjekking fra kl. 16.00
Minstealder for innsjekking er 23 år

Utsjekking

Utsjekking før kl. 10.00

Spesielle innsjekkingsinstruksjoner

Du får en e-post fra verten med instruksjoner for innsjekking og utsjekking
Informasjon fra overnattingsstedet kan bli oversatt ved hjelp av automatiserte oversettelsesverktøy

Husregler

Pool open May-September. Pool heating un-necessary in July + August. Recommended in May, June + September. Price 400 Euros per week.
Air-con charged by metred usage and paid online at the end of your stay. Typical charges 50-300 Euros, depending on usage.

Kjæledyr

Kjæledyr er ikke tillatt

Barn og ekstrasenger

Barn er velkomne

Arrangementer

Ingen arrangementer tillatt

Røyking

Røyking er ikke tillatt

Viktig informasjon

Viktig å vite

Dette overnattingsstedet forvaltes av en profesjonell vert, og overnattingsvirksomheten er knyttet til vedkommendes bransje, bedrift eller yrke.
Det kan pålegges avgifter for ekstra personer, og denne avgiften kan variere avhengig av overnattingsstedets egne regler
Legitimasjon med bilde utstedt av offentlig myndighet samt kredittkort, debetkort eller depositum i kontanter kan være påkrevd ved innsjekking, i tilfelle det skulle oppstå uforutsette utgifter
Spesielle forespørsler avhenger av tilgjengelighet ved innsjekking og kan koste ekstra. Spesielle forespørsler kan ikke garanteres oppfylt
Det er ikke tillatt å arrangere fester eller andre arrangementer på stedet
Verten har oppgitt at det finnes en karbonmonoksidalarm på overnattingsstedet
Verten har oppgitt at det finnes en røykvarsler på overnattingsstedet
Overnattingsstedet har sikkerhetstiltak som brannslukningsapparat og førstehjelpsskrin
Dette overnattingsstedet administreres gjennom vår samarbeidspartner Vrbo. Du får en e-post fra Vrbo med en link til en Vrbo-konto der du kan endre eller avbestille bestillingen din.
Overnattingsstedets registreringsnummer: IT046017C2M4K3XEBB
Hvis du avbestiller oppholdet ditt, er du underlagt vertens avbestillingsregler. I henhold til EUs forskrifter om forbrukerrett gjelder ikke angreretten ved bestilling av overnattingssted.

Verdt å nevne

Alle gjester, inkludert barn, må være til stede ved innsjekking og vise frem pass eller offentlig utstedt legitimasjon med bilde
Som følge av nasjonale reguleringer, er det ikke mulig å betale mer enn EUR 5000 i kontanter på dette overnattingsstedet. For å få mer informasjon kan du kontakte overnattingsstedet ved å bruke kontaktopplysningene i bestillingsbekreftelsen
Det er nødvendig med bil for å komme seg til og fra dette overnattingsstedet

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Stunning 18th Century Villa Superb Views Pool 8 km House
Stunning 18th Century Villa Superb Views Pool 8 km Lucca
Stunning 18th Century Villa Superb Views Pool 8 km Lucca House
Stunning 18th Century Villa Superb Views Pool 8 km House
Stunning 18th Century Villa Superb Views Pool 8 km Lucca
Stunning 18th Century Villa Superb Views Pool 8 km

Om området

Kart
Lucca, Toscana

Hva som finnes i nærheten

  • Lucca Polo Fiere - 13 min kjøring - 11.6 km
  • Festningsveggene i Luca - 14 min kjøring - 11.3 km
  • Lucca-katedralen - 16 min kjøring - 12.3 km
  • Lago di Massaciuccoli - 17 min kjøring - 13.1 km
  • Piazza Napoleone - 18 min kjøring - 12.0 km

Transport

  • San Giuliano Terme Ripafratta stasjon - 15 min kjøring
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 44 min kjøring

Restauranter

  • ‪Autogrill Monte Quiesa - ‬19 min kjøring
  • ‪Le Terme - ‬17 min kjøring
  • ‪L'Alpino - ‬12 min kjøring
  • ‪Osaka Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬11 min kjøring
  • ‪Il Ciancino - ‬8 min kjøring

Ofte stilte spørsmål

Har Stunning 18th Century villa med fantastisk utsikt og basseng, 8 km fra Lucca basseng?

Ja, dette overnattingsstedet har et utendørsbasseng. Overnattingsstedet har blant annet et oppvarmet basseng.

Er det tillatt med kjæledyr på Stunning 18th Century villa med fantastisk utsikt og basseng, 8 km fra Lucca?

Nei, kjæledyr er ikke tillatt på dette overnattingsstedet.

Hvor mye koster det å parkere på Stunning 18th Century villa med fantastisk utsikt og basseng, 8 km fra Lucca?

Overnattingsstedet har parkeringsplass.

Når kan man sjekke inn på Stunning 18th Century villa med fantastisk utsikt og basseng, 8 km fra Lucca?

Innsjekkingen begynner kl. 16.00.

Når må man sjekke ut på Stunning 18th Century villa med fantastisk utsikt og basseng, 8 km fra Lucca?

Utsjekkingstidspunktet er kl. 10.00.

Hvor ligger Stunning 18th Century villa med fantastisk utsikt og basseng, 8 km fra Lucca?

Denne ferieboligen er familievennlig og ligger ved sjøen og 15 kilometer unna Festningsveggene i Luca, Museo Casa Natale di Giacomo Puccini og Lucca botaniske hage. Dessuten ligger Fillungo-gaten og Lago di Massaciuccoli 15 kilometer unna.

Anmeldelser av Stunning 18th Century villa med fantastisk utsikt og basseng, 8 km fra Lucca

Anmeldelser

9,8

Suverent

Rangering på 10 − Utmerket. 59 av totalt 65 anmeldelser.
Rangering på 8 − Bra. 5 av totalt 65 anmeldelser.
Rangering på 6 − Grei. 0 av totalt 65 anmeldelser.
Rangering på 4 − Dårlig. 0 av totalt 65 anmeldelser.
Rangering på 2 − Forferdelig. 1 av totalt 65 anmeldelser.

9,6/10

Renhold

Anmeldelser

10/10 – Utmerket

Timothy W.

Likte: Renhold
This was a return trip to Al Bastini for me.The setting, the accommodation and the pool are all superb. While only 15 minutes from the town of Lucca, the house is in a very peaceful location with glorious views across the Tuscan hills.
Bodde her 2 netter i oktober 2025

10/10 – Utmerket

Jonathan P.

Likte: Renhold
A wonderfully relaxing peaceful escape yet only a short drive into the historic walled city of Lucca, with it’s very good restaurants and abundance of things to see. We had amazing weather (29) for September so made excellent use of the beautiful pool. Tanya (villa manager) was incredibly helpful and organised a private chef (Fabrizio excellent) for an evening of absolutely delicious authentic Tuscan fare and our taxi on another evening into Lucca. Al Bastini was everything we’d hoped for and more!! Hoping to return one day!
Bodde her 7 netter i september 2025

10/10 – Utmerket

Diane K.

Likte: Renhold
This property is absolutely stunning! My family of 8 stayed for a week and enjoyed everything about this home. The main floor is set up perfectly for spending time together. We used the huge, well equipped kitchen to cook many of our own meals but we also enjoyed having 2 different chefs come to cook for us as well. One night we made pizzas in the outdoor pizza oven using fresh herbs from the garden. The views from the outdoor dining area were incredible!One of our favorite things about this property was the pool. It was the perfect temperature, well maintained and surrounded by beautiful landscaping. The gardener is amazing!The location of this property is terrific. We rented cars and could easily drive to grocery stores, restaurants, wineries and to explore the nearby city of Lucca. We also drove to the train station to take a train to Cinque Terre for the day.The staff was friendly, professional and made sure we had everything we needed. Check in was easy, taxis were arranged when needed, rental cars were delivered to the villa and communication was excellent. The handbook that was provided answered every question we had and was full of great suggestions about places to visit and things to do.All 8 of us loved this property. It had something for everyone and was so spacious. One week was not enough. I hope we can return someday!
Bodde her 7 netter i august 2025

10/10 – Utmerket

Christoph L. og Münster

Likte: Renhold
Traumhafte Lage mit gehobener Ausstattung!Top
Bodde her 7 netter i august 2025

10/10 – Utmerket

Kristian H. og London, UK

Likte: Renhold
Wonderful house in a beautiful location, close to Lucca and Pisa.
Bodde her 7 netter i juli 2025

10/10 – Utmerket

Brian S.

Likte: Renhold

Al Bastini

Family and friends gathered at Al Bastini to explore the Lucca region. The Villa was wonderfully appointed and very comfortable. The pool was a big hit with the grandkids and the outdoor wood fired BBQ was used multiple times throughout the week. The owners have a great collection of books that cover Tuscany and Italian cooking. I wish I could have stayed a month so I could sit and read and gaze over the spectacular views. The local hosts were very helpful and accessible. Highly recommended. A very comfortable Tuscan villa with a great kitchen and multiple outdoor areas to sit and relax and enjoy a moment of quiet with friends and family.
Bodde her 7 netter i september 2024

10/10 – Utmerket

Lisa H.

Likte: Renhold

Fabulous stay

What a fabulous week we had at Al Bastini. It is a beautiful, private and secluded property with incredible views and everything you could wish for in a holiday property. We have rented many holiday villas before and have often found that the interiors do not match the outside space in terms of style and quality - this is not the case at Al Bastini where everything is beautifully appointed. We felt instantly relaxed here. The villa is perfect for a family holiday with many areas inside and out where you can find your own space but also to come together for family meals. We loved the terraces and loggia and ate all of our meals outside. Whilst the weather wasn’t as kind to us as we’d hoped we still managed to fit in some time by the wonderful swimming pool which has great loungers and lots of space. We found it hard to leave the villa and its wonderfully peaceful surroundings in the day but when we did want to explore further afield the journey to Lucca takes only around 15 minutes by car. There is a small village closer to the villa which has a great little restaurant and a lovely ice-cream shop (also sells the most amazing cakes)!) We appreciated all the recommendations that we received prior to our stay for restaurants and places to visit - we tried many and were delighted by them all. We hope they we can return to Al Bastini in future and thoroughly recommend it for a fabulous holiday in Tuscany.
Bodde her 7 netter i september 2024

10/10 – Utmerket

Jane E.

Likte: Renhold

Stunning property

Al Bastini is a peaceful idyll on the outskirts of Lucca. Very much a home from home with everything you might need readily available to make your stay all the more enjoyable. We had the most amazing time and would definitely return. Thank you so much.
Bodde her 6 netter i august 2024

10/10 – Utmerket

Christopher B.

Likte: Renhold

Gorgeous villa near Lucca

Beautifully appointed spacious and prestigious villa with spectacular views and wonderful facilities. Tastefully decorated throughout, perfect for families/groups wanting quiet getaway destination with excellent, high quality facilities (swimming pool, a/c throughout, billiards table, grand piano, table tennis, multiple large fridges and advanced, well designed kitchen). Lots of outside space and shaded areas. Good communication with manager, who was responsive and keen for us to enjoy our stay.
Bodde her 3 netter i august 2024

10/10 – Utmerket

Elizabeth W.

Likte: Renhold

One week is not long enough

We spent a week at Al Bastini and we wish we could have stayed longer. The location is perfect and the views are fabulous. The house had a great layout for our family of 4 along with 3 of our adult friends. We took daytrips from the house, but also enjoyed just staying at the house to swim or play ping pong. The kitchen is fantastic and through the management we booked chef Morena to prepare dinner for us one night. Morena and the food were so amazing, that we immediately asked her to come back the next night. Our only regret, was not booking Morena to prepare dinner every night. We did have an issue with the downstairs bedroom air conditioning not working, but management immediately responded to my message and had a technician out the next day to try and resolve the issue. A big thank you to Alex and Tanya for their help and great communication. I highly recommend staying at Al Bastini, and we definitely plan on going back.
Bodde her 7 netter i juni 2024

10/10 – Utmerket

Ian H.

Likte: Renhold

Excellent

A beautiful secluded family retreat for a great holiday break
Bodde her 7 netter i mai 2024

10/10 – Utmerket

Philip B.

Likte: Renhold

Fabulous holiday in the heart of Tuscany

A lovely, lovely house with so much space and amenities. Tremendous views particularly in the evening as the sun sets. We loved eating in the Loggia after early evening drinks outside with some late night snooker and swimming. It's very quiet for sleeping at nights and the kitchen is both beautiful and well thought through including 2 dishwashers! It's definitely worth making use of the local chefs. We were surprised how quick it was from Pisa airport and Lucca has a lot to offer with the walk around the walls a must and some fabulous restaurants. Pisa and Florence aren't too far for day visits. All in all a superb place to stay. It must be best in class.
Bodde her 7 netter i september 2023

10/10 – Utmerket

Duncan B.

Likte: Renhold

Location, location, location

Our first trip to Tuscany and what a place to stay! The villa and location are outstanding in every sense. The view from the property is stunning: a classic Italian scene; but it is the quietness of the wooded valley that makes it a very special place. The pool is another striking feature- it is large and set in a beautiful position within the garden. The villa itself is stylish and comfortable. The newly refurbished kitchen is outstanding- with every appliance/gadget on hand for foodies wanting to cook for themselves or for visiting chefs. We had amazing meals cooked for us by Morena and Fabrizio- both highly recommended. Finally, the property's location close to the fascinating historic town of Lucca and only half an hour from the coast makes this villa a not-to-be missed destination!
Bodde her 7 netter i september 2023

10/10 – Utmerket

Anthony M. og Tring UK

Likte: Renhold

Luxurious, peaceful retreat!

Located in tranquil woodland surroundings, this is an ideal destination for your holiday. Lucca is just a short drive away, offering numerous excellent dining options and plenty of attractions. Exploring the ancient city walls is a must-do activity, either walking or hiring a bicycle! Lucca, being the birthplace of Puccini, hosts various opera festivals, making it a paradise for music enthusiasts. Be sure to check out the host's recommendations for local village butchers, a restaurant, a winery, and an ice cream parlour. We enjoyed a delicious cordon bleu meal prepared by the Villa's highly recommended in-house chef, thanks to the well-equipped modern kitchen! The swimming pool offers a serene space for leisurely exercise and sunbathing, boasting stunning views of the lush valley. We eagerly anticipate our next visit to this Tuscan paradise!
Bodde her 7 netter i august 2023

10/10 – Utmerket

Jennifer R.

Likte: Renhold

Amazing vacation in Tuscany!

We are a group of 10 friends who travel together often and planned a summer trip to Tuscany to celebrate some milestone birthdays. We spent quite some time researching homes before landing on Al Bastini for its incredible views, convenient location in Lucca, privacy, ample space, but most importantly air conditioning and swimming pool for August! The home and the vacation overall were pretty close to perfect. The house manager was an incredible help to us as we were asking questions about the villa, planning day trips, and renting cars. She emphasized what a perfect location Lucca is, and she was right! We were able to discover some of Lucca and also take day (or partial day) trips to Pisa, the Puccini Festival, Cinque Terre, Chianti, and the beach. Luckily we also had time at the house - to enjoy the pool, cook in the beautiful kitchen, have a private chef cook us dinner and another make pizza for us in the outdoor pizza oven. Our only complaint is that maybe we should have booked two weeks instead of one! Thank you Al Bastini, we hope to see you again soon!
Bodde her 7 netter i august 2023

10/10 – Utmerket

Triin T. og Tallinn, Estonia

Likte: Renhold

Perfect holiday villa

Our Al Bastini stay was a dream. With awe-inspiring views, the villa’s expansive terraces became havens for relaxation. The rooms embody spacious elegance and local charm, blending modern comfort with countryside aesthetics. The newly renovated kitchen (with dual dishwashers and fridges) exceeded expectations for food enthusiasts like us. Outdoor BBQ and pizza oven experiences, courtesy of Chef Fabrizio, were absolute highlights. Thanks to gardener Thomas, the beautifully maintained garden's fresh produce added authenticity to our meals: the kids loved picking ripe tomatoes, fragrant herbs, and small zucchinis. The saltwater pool was the epitome of relaxation: we spent countless hours floating, reading, and enjoying the ambiance. Al Bastini's standout was great service: Alex, Iris, and Tanya ensured smooth reservations, check-in/out, and prompt assistance. Our stay was flawless. Seeking beauty, comfort, and tranquility? Al Bastini is your haven.
Bodde her 28 netter i juli 2023

10/10 – Utmerket

Ethan L.

Likte: Renhold

La Dolce Vita!

We are so grateful to have celebrated our first wedding anniversary at Al Bastini, which offers a quintessential Tuscan experience that exceeded even our wildest expectations. Nestled into a wooded hillside, Al Bastini has the most breathtaking panoramic views which are both unspoilt and private. We were left speechless when first stepping onto the terrace, and we continued to be wowed each and everyday as the sky changed from blues, to pinks and reds in the evening and then became littered with stars in the night sky. Opening the shutters every morning to this view was a treat in itself. We opted to spend most of our time lazing by the private pool which provided the perfect relief from the late summer sunshine. There would be ample space for 10 to swim and sunbathe, so for just two of us it was a very special and secluded treat. Many evenings were spent on the terrace, or loggia, whiling away the hours watching the sunset with a glass of wine in hand. On occasion we made use of the beautifully crafted outdoor barbecue, and pizza oven. Al Bastini is well located, with local restaurants, gelaterias and supermarkets just a few minutes away by car. The beautiful medieval town of Lucca is 15 minutes away and was a daily destination for lunch, dinner or drinks. We fell in love with the town, with its cobbled streets, medieval walls and eclectic shops. We were reluctant to leave the serene surroundings of Bastini, but ventured by car to the hilltop town of San Gigmiano, Siena, and the Tuscan capital, Florence, by train from Lucca. All are well worth a visit, if you can drag yourself away from the house and pool! Bastini provides the perfect base for exploring. To complete our experience we enjoyed privately cooked dinners from two of the chefs available to hire via the property managers. Morena and Fabrizio treated us to the most impeccable service and exquisite cuisine, and to our favourite, tiramisu! On the rare occasion the weather was inclement, the indoor facilities of the house were more than sufficient entertainment. Whether watching the vast array of satellite TV channels on the comfy sofas in the living room or playing snooker/pool with a late night aperitif, we were not left wanting. Italian’s have a phrase, ‘la dolce vita’ which loosely translates to ‘the good life’ and, after the past two weeks stay at Bastini, we can fully appreciate and understand it’s meaning. Alla Prossima!
Bodde her 14 netter i september 2022

10/10 – Utmerket

Nicholas W.

Likte: Renhold

Perfect holiday villa

We loved our stay at Al Bastini. The views are stunning and the pool is the perfect place to relax on a hot day. Rooms were comfortable and the snooker table was great fun! It is only a short drive to the attractive historic town of Lucca and in the heart of the Tuscan wine region so plenty to do when we wanted to leave the comfort of Al Bastini. A wonderful trip that we hope to repeat in the future!
Bodde her 7 netter i august 2022

10/10 – Utmerket

Pat D.

Likte: Renhold

Spectacular spot

I have rented several properties for family gatherings through VRBO, but none has been as wonderful as Al Bastini. Everything about our week-long stay was perfect--the setting, the villa, the fabulous salt-water pool, the easy proximity to Lucca and surrounding towns and beaches, and the support from the property manager and the house manager, who helped us find chefs to cook for us and a boat trip to Cinque Terre. It is a very special place. Everyone loved it. Pat D. Washington, DC August 2022
Bodde her 7 netter i august 2022

10/10 – Utmerket

ROBIN O.

Likte: Renhold

Al Bastini 2022

Have been holidaying around Lucca for 20 years plus and Al Bastini has never been matched in terms of favourite house for my family and I. Ideally situated 15 minutes from Lucca and shops but still only 40 minutes to Pisa airport, 50 minutes from the coast and an easy day outing to the Cinque Terre. The house sits on the side of a quiet valley with an unrivalled view over green hills and total peace. No road noise and hardly any lights can be seen in the evening While the bedrooms/bathrooms are comfortable (master suite in particular is great) and airconditioned and the snooker room, piano room luxury sitting room with full music and TV are all great to have, what really makes the house is all the many places to sit, read, eat and enjoy the sun and the view. The kitchen has everything you need for a keen cook and you can eat in the superb covered terrace off the kitchen with view overlooking the valley or outside by the BBQ/pizza oven (or even in the dining room!). The pool is close but set just the right distance form the house and has plenty of chairs and loungers . It also benefits from a new non chlorine saline filtering system that makes swimming very pleasant. Tanya the onsite manager was super efficient and Tomas the gardener helpful and pleasant.
Bodde her 6 netter i august 2022

8/10 – Bra

Alan S.

Likte: Renhold

Overall fantastic

Not much to add to the other great reviews! Place and location is amazing so long as you don’t mind a hilly curvy drive - and I happen to. My one qualm, and it did make a significant difference during our 2 week stay, is the mattress quality. 2-3 of the upstairs mattresses are decent, however the downstairs beds have mattresses to be ashamed of. You can literally feel individual springs through them causing pressure points uncomfortable sleep throughout the night.
Bodde her 13 netter i juni 2022

2/10 – Forferdelig

Andrea B. og Suwanee, GA USA

Likte ikke: Renhold

Property has BEDBUGS. Flippant response from owner.

We came home with BEDBUGS and the owner was the most concerned with my review. I woke up one morning in this villa with bites all over me. Two others with us had bites too. I went to my dermatologist the very next day after our return. She thought they were bedbug bites. I called an exterminator and scheduled an inspection. I texted the property manager and she said they must be mosquito bites. She said she had an inspection done and there were no bedbugs. I came to find out that her inspection was done by the cleaning staff! They are not trained professionals and don't know what to look for. They come out at night to feed and then they go into hiding places. Some people show the bite marks and other people show no signs at all AND it can take up to ten days for the bites to even show up on your skin. I was so lucky to have such a severe reaction as that prompted me to go to the doctor and then call the exterminator. The exterminator came and we did have bedbugs. I had to pack up my entire house contents into black bags, seal them with duct tape and put them in my backyard in the high heat so any bedbugs that may be on my things would die as they do in high temperatures. On the day of treatment, we had to leave the house and after they finished treatment, we had to wait four hours before we could return home. We were having a heatwave in Atlanta and the temperature got up to 99 degrees that day and my cat had to be locked outside in the backyard for the whole day. I now have to wait a couple of weeks for them to come back and do another inspection to make sure they got them all before I bring all of my stuff back inside and unpack. I told this to the house manager and she said that they disinfect the bedding/mattress. I received an email from the property owner and he reiterated that my bites are from mosquitos. He offered me 500 euros to leave a positive review. Their lack of concern was shocking. I implored him to have the house inspected by an exterminator. I told him my main concern was future guests taking them home with them as we did. He seemed more interested in why the exterminators were going to such lengths and that in the Uk, exterminators don't put you through that. His flippancy was overwhelming. He started each email out with "without prejudice" to protect himself. I have no interest in suing or in his offer of 500 euros. I simply wanted the problem at the villa resolved. I have no idea if they are taking the proper steps.
Bodde her 7 netter i mai 2022

10/10 – Utmerket

Matthew I.

Likte: Renhold

Mamma mia!

Mamma mia! What a fantastic Tuscan gem. A glorious villa nestled within a gorgeous, unspoilt Tuscan landscape. Beautifully and sympathetically furnished, with everything needed to live la dolce vita, from a state-of-the-art swimming pool to an epic pizza oven and grill - and so very much more besides. Everything worked - and one got the sense that if something didn’t, the highly organised and attentive house management team would engage and resolve, rapido! The support staff were unobtrusive, obliging and human. We had an exquisite dinner cooked one evening by one of the local cooks recommended by the villa. We’d never been to Lucca before - but what a destination in it’s own right - as well as a marvellous base for other Tuscan forays. ‘Oh, to be in Italy - and specifically Lucca - now that May’s there’ [sic, apologies to Robert Browning]. Al Bastini is an authentic Tuscan holiday delight - with all boxes fully ticked for an immersive worry-free holiday. In fact our only complaint was that our time was over far too quickly. Oh but the views - those views were to sigh for. La dolce vita, on steroids. Grazie mille.
Bodde her 8 netter i mai 2022

10/10 – Utmerket

Mary M. og Eye, Suffolk UK

Likte: Renhold

Perfect autumn break

Wow, what a location, the views from Al Bastini were mesmerising, making it very difficult to tear ourselves away from the terrace and the coffee machine! The heated pool was the perfect temperature for early morning swims while the sun rose over the hills. Well equipped kitchen and great spaces for us all to cook eat and relax in comfort and style. Wonderful local restaurants on our doorstep and dozens of quality eateries in Lucca. We used local chefs Tamara and Morena on two separate evenings, as recommended by the owners. They were so friendly and cooked up a real Tuscan feast for us. We visited a fabulous beach only half an hour away with superb fish restaurants and glorious warm water for swimming in the October sunshine. We made a smart call to visit in October with less tourists than we expected but still warm and sunny... what could be better than that. Thoroughly recommend AB for an autumn Italian fix. We will be back.
Bodde her 7 netter i oktober 2021

10/10 – Utmerket

Mark O. og London

Likte: Renhold

Fantastic visit

Al Bastini has a wonderful setting with panoramic views from all parts of the terrace. It is a delight to sit or lounge on the terrace and take it all in. The lovely pool is conveniently located on the terrace and all is set up perfectly for outside relaxation. There is table tennis and snooker/pool/billiards for indoor entertainment and the covered loggia is ideal for outside dining in the evening. There is a great restaurant down in the village connected to the butchers for those liking a good walk to and from an excellent lunch and Lucca is only 20 minutes away by car with all of its charms. Florence, Pisa and the beach are all within easy drives so Al Bastini is a good location for Tuscan exploration We went early October and the weather was still warm and ideal for site seeing and relaxation, although a jumper at night might be required We had a lovely time at Al Bastini
Bodde her 7 netter i september 2021