Ai Monti
Description
Ai monti is a beautiful tuscan farmhouse set in the rugged mountains of garfagnana. The house sits within an organic vineyard and small working farm. It is an ideal holiday spot for families, especially those with children. The villa sleeps up to thirteen people in six bedrooms
There is also a ping-pong table and alpacas to visit on the farm!
The real highlight of the house during the summer has to be the pool. It is spring fed so always stays refreshingly cool, ten metres long and ranging from three metres to one and a half metres deep. It has stupendous panoramic views. Days spent at Ai Monti in the summer always tend to revolve around the pool for very good reason.
The house is very much a family home and has all the comfort and also lived in and relaxed feel that implies. The cosy sitting room is perfect for the occasional wet weather day and well stocked with board games, decks of cards, TV and DVDs and of course the all important WIFI.
Moreover there are large tables to accommodate all the family for meals, both inside and outside. There are few pleasures greater than sitting under the lush wisteria, admiring the stunning view over a leisurely meal and a glass of wine from the vineyards surrounding the house.
Fuller details:
Ground floor:
- Enter into property into ground floor which houses kitchen/diner and utility room, between them equipped with double oven, aga, 5 ring hob, dishwasher, 2 washing machines, standard fridge freezer and a large American style fridge/freezer with ice maker. There is a breakfasting/food prep table and also a dining table with great views.
- This traditional style farmhouse kitchen, well equipped for cooking for large groups, leads to a wonderful wisteria covered pergola dining terrace with fantastic mountain views.
- Cloakroom with WC, basin and bidet
- Shower room with walk in shower, WCnd basin.
Midway up:
Door leading to the pool and sunbathing terrace.
Little covered area to shower room (shower, WC and basin) - attached to the house accessed 'externally', but covered so no problem if there is rain.
First floor
- This floor boasts a very spacious and comfortable living room, with fireplace, sat tv, dvd, shelves with loads of books, dvds, videos and games etc. Perfect for cooler evenings...
- Double bedroom
- Twin bedroom
- Bedroom with 3 beds
Second floor :
- Midway up there is a door leading to balcony overlooking the pool
- Enormous master bedroom with fireplace (as large as living room below!)
- Double bedroom
- Twin bedroom
- Bathroom with bath, hand held shower, WC and bidet
- Shower room with shower cubicle, basin (no WC)
External:
- Wonderful private pool 10M x 5M with gorgeous mountain views, attracting the sunshine until late. Depth 1.4M - 2.4M
- Plenty of space for dining together al fresco - 2 large dining areas, 1 under pergola, and 1 on patio outside front door
- Pool can be accessed from ground floor patio/pergola area via stairs that lead to pool terrace, or from internal stairs that lead directly onto pool terrace.
- BBQ
- There is a pool shower room attached to the house.
- This house is immersed in greenery, with fields, olive trees and stunning mountain views. There are even Alpacas to visit!!
Note! No electric car charge is permitted on this property
A Little About the Area:
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Perfectly located in the depths of the Garfagnana hills, on the sunny side of the valley with stupendous views, this very rural property is still convenient!
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There is a pizzeria 2.3km away, and the house is just a ten-minute walk from Migliano, the nearest village, which has a pharmacy. Sometimes local festas take place here, especially in August, with food and music (ranging from traditional dances to pop).
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All this, and the house is also just 2km from the trains station, and just a ten minute drive from the bustling local market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana complete with Thursday morning market, shopping, bars, gelaterias, eating places, and river. There is often music in the summer.
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Barga, with its great restaurants, beautiful views, cathedral, tiny squares, live music, night time markets, art and cobbled streets is just a 15 minute drive too...
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For relaxing afternoons out, there are lots of pretty villages to explore in the immediately locality, one of which is fully walled commanding outstanding views over the Apuane mountains. Many of these villages have festas in the summer with food, drink and dancing.
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Why not visit the National Park of Orrecchiella, the location is ideal for walking, hiking, horseriding, mountain biking and picnicking, surrounded by views of the seemingly endless mountains, and local chestnut woodland.
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For those who enjoy the outdoor life there is also a local tree climbing/zip wiring park, with courses adapted for all age groups, from the very young to adults.
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There are local adventure parks where one can try water canyoning, rock climbing, swimming in rock pools, canoeing etc and there is the Grotta del Vento, a massive cave system in the mountains which is a good day out.
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There is an ancient fortress to visit with jaw dropping views, and interactive displays for children including a chance to try a little archery.
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For when a townie day beckons, there are the aforementioned towns of Castelnuovo and Barga close by
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Lucca, the fully walled Mediaeval City and the Capital of the Region is less than and hours drive and one can spend the day cycling or meandering along its ample walls; people watching in both the grand and tiny piazzas with prosecco, coffee or ice cream; designer shopping; climbing towers, visiting some of its 99 churches or just taking in the atmosphere. If you like opera, there is a recital every evening before dinner in a unique church setting.
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The traditional Tuscan sites of Pisa and Florence are easily do-able in a day trip as are the beaches of Forte dei Marmi or Viareggio. Many guests also visit the Cinque Terre..
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The Golf Course of Garfagnana is only a 15/20 min drive.
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Florence 1 hr 40 mins
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Perfect location in the Italian countryside, yet with facilities nearby - experience the real Italy!
Amenities
Property Type |
Villa |
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Swimming Pool |
Deep end |
Private |
Bedrooms |
6 |
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Bathrooms |
4 |
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Sleeps |
13 |
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Kitchen Facilities |
American Style Fridge Freezer Cooker and Hob Dishwasher Iron and Ironing Board Oven Washing machine |
Coffee Machine Cooking Utensils and Cutlery Fridge Freezer Microwave Toaster and Kettle |
Entertainment |
Books and Games Ping Pong Internet |
DVD Player Satellite TV |
Amenities |
Balcony BBQ Car Parking Fire Place Terrace |
Bathroom Towels Bed Linen is provided Chef option Garden |
Suitability |
Children Welcome |
|
Nearest Airport |
Pisa |
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Activities |
Cycling Hiking/Walking Places of Interest |
Golf Horse riding |
Landing Pages |
Garfagnana |
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Dogs |
2 |
houseSize
Rates
Start Date | Weekly Rate (€) | Minimum Stay | Arrival Day |
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31 Aug 2024 | 4,000 | 7, 14, 21, 28, 35 Nights | Saturday |
29 Mar 2025 | 4,000 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
31 May 2025 | 4,000 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
28 Jun 2025 | 4,500 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
30 Aug 2025 | 4,000 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
28 Mar 2026 | 4,000 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
30 May 2026 | 4,000 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
27 Jun 2026 | 4,500 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
29 Aug 2026 | 4,000 | 7+ Nights | Flexible |
Rental & Booking Information
- Pool Private
- Bedding and towels included in cost of stay
- Heating payable locally
- For stays of 2 weeks or more, weekly linen and towel change included
- Final clean included
- For stays of 2 weeks or more, weekly clean available
- Wireless internet free of charge
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Reviews
Great house with great pool and kitchen appliances. Foodies will
love it. Even though we had 35+ degrees the house remained cool and
so did the water of the swimming pool which was very refreshing.
Communication with the landlord was smooth and she reacted
immediately on the 2 requests we had. Antonella, our contactperson
was very helpful and friendly. Would love to go again!
Arrival 19/08/23
Very relaxing days in the mountains. The pool was excellent and
the kids loved it. Beautiful view from everywhere. Eating outside
on the porch under the old tree leaves watching the sun set was
amazing. The house is old Italian style which we liked a lot.
Arrival 15th July 2023
A magical place, in the mountains, with a magnificent view, perfectly equipped "like at home". Very good welcome by Antonella. Highly recommend.
AArrival 30th July 2022
5 stars
Absolutely wonderful house with the most beautiful views of the lush mountains. The house was clean and nice. Good beds. Large rooms. Functional kitchen with everything you need. Two fantastic terraces, so you have sun both morning, noon and evening. Large and deep pool with plenty of space to sunbathe. Lovely nature and completely secluded location. Sweetest host couple who are very service-minded. Cozy towns within 10 min drive (Castelnuovo and Barga)
Arrived 17th July