The splendid city of Lucca, situated in the north of Tuscany, is famous for its elegant period houses built over a span of four centuries in some of the most pleasant areas of the Lucchese countryside and the arc of hills which surround the plain of Lucca. Villa Cardinale is an excellent example of one of these villas. In the 17th century it was the residence of the Cardinal from which the villa takes its name. Renting a luxurious villa such as this offers one a unique opportunity to enjoy a holiday marked by elegance, relaxation, total privacy and excellent service, all in an environment rich in charm and history.
The villa has been superbly restructured, all the rooms have period furnishings, flanked by the modern comforts of television, satellite and internet. The internal beauty and elegance of the villa is harmoniously balanced with the external space which is made up of a stunning and beautifully-kept park with a garden, ancient trees, multicolored flowers and a small patio. Situated at the highest part of the park, is a swimming pool equipped with sun beds and umbrellas. The park also extends to the back of the villa where there is an area out-fitted with tables and chairs for splendid meals 'al-fresco'.
Villa Cardinale offers a full-time staff to prepare breakfast every day and one other meal a day, six days a week. The property is taken care of by a couple; the lady is an excellent cook and the man is available for shopping service and to run general errands. In addition, the villa staff include a gardener and a waitress. The majority of the staff do not...
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The splendid city of Lucca, situated in the north of Tuscany, is famous for its elegant period houses built over a span of four centuries in some of the most pleasant areas of the Lucchese countryside and the arc of hills which surround the plain of Lucca. Villa Cardinale is an excellent example of one of these villas. In the 17th century it was the residence of the Cardinal from which the villa takes its name. Renting a luxurious villa such as this offers one a unique opportunity to enjoy a holiday marked by elegance, relaxation, total privacy and excellent service, all in an environment rich in charm and history.
The villa has been superbly restructured, all the rooms have period furnishings, flanked by the modern comforts of television, satellite and internet. The internal beauty and elegance of the villa is harmoniously balanced with the external space which is made up of a stunning and beautifully-kept park with a garden, ancient trees, multicolored flowers and a small patio. Situated at the highest part of the park, is a swimming pool equipped with sun beds and umbrellas. The park also extends to the back of the villa where there is an area out-fitted with tables and chairs for splendid meals 'al-fresco'.
Villa Cardinale offers a full-time staff to prepare breakfast every day and one other meal a day, six days a week. The property is taken care of by a couple; the lady is an excellent cook and the man is available for shopping service and to run general errands. In addition, the villa staff include a gardener and a waitress. The majority of the staff do not live in the villa, in fact only the waitress lives on-site in her own apartment which is situated in an isolated part of the property. Privacy is therefore guaranteed.
The villa, featured in the best editions of Lucchese Villa Books, is located only a few kilometers from both Lucca and Pisa. In addition the famous coastal resorts of Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi are within easy reach, just 20 minutes by car.
DISTANCES: Lucca is 6kms/4miles, tennis courst are 3kms/2miles, a riding center is 8kms/5milesthe golf course ad Tirrenia is 30kms/18miles, Pisa is 19kms/7.5miles, Viareggio is 24kms/15miles, Florence is 95kms/59miles and the nearest beaches are Forte dei Marmi 30kms/18miles
A telephone, extra maid service, a cook and heat for villa are often available for an additional charge, however we can not GUARANTEE maids and cooks as they are employed by the property owner. These extra services are paid locally in Euros.
This villa sleeps 8 people.
Security Deposit €4,500.00.
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