La Camelia - Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse with Cascading Pool Near Lucca

Family-friendly stay with outdoor pool in Pescaglia

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A bedroom with two beds, a TV, and a desk with a chair.
A swimming pool with a stone deck, surrounded by trees and a stone building with multiple windows and a staircase leading to the upper floor.
A patio with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a stone wall.
A spacious living area with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a view of a mountainous landscape through an open doorway.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a tiled backsplash.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Lucca, Toscana
  • Place, Walls of Lucca
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Basilica of San Frediano
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Viareggio Beach
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the area

Pescaglia

In Pescaglia .Within 9 miles (15 km) of this farm stay, you'll find Fattoria Sardigiustiniani s.s.a and Piazza Santa Maria. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Porta Santa Maria and Porta dei Borghi.

What's nearby

  • Walls of Lucca - 33 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Palazzo Pfanner - 34 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Basilica of San Frediano - 34 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Viareggio Beach - 34 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro - 38 min drive - 23.6 km

Getting around

  • Diecimo-Pescaglia Station - 24 min drive
  • Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Autogrill Monte Quiesa - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Bar del Parco - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mulin Della Volpe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Le Meraviglie - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bar La Vela - ‬28 min drive

About this property

La Camelia - Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse with Cascading Pool Near Lucca

Tucked away on a sunny hillside, ‘La Camelia’ is an old Tuscan farmhouse of great charm & character. It has been refurbished to the standards & comforts of modern living, yet retains its original flavour with terracotta floors, chestnut beamed ceilings, & hand-painted majolica tiling. This is a relaxed & comfortable property in harmony with its natural surroundings & suitable for children.

While the reviews seem to indicate they relate to a "prior host" in fact they all apply to the current owner and management team who have been operating for a long time on VRBO. The owner simply switched account type.

The ground floor has a spacious, open-plan layout of kitchen, sitting and dining areas, with double doors to a conservatory & then a wisteria-covered outdoor eating area. The house has recently been extended into the barn to create 2 additional reception rooms. Upstairs the house sleeps 10 in 5 bedrooms in total: 3 double bedrooms, 1 twin bedroom and a bedroom with 2 single beds.

The house is set in an attractive, enclosed garden with views over unspoilt hills. A notable feature is the cascading, split-level saltwater swimming pool, 16x5m, with travertine surround, set in green lawns, the higher level being a separate shallow pool for children. There’s a patio around the higher level of the pool with ample good quality pool furniture for sunbathing. By the pool there is an outdoor dining area covered by a pretty portico. The garden also includes a more formal outdoor dining area beneath wisteria, a brick barbecue, and a working pizza oven - which, while for professional use only - the house manager can happily book a pizza chef to make them for you. The pool is open May-September. It is not heated but its is warm in the summer months.

'La Camelia' is 15 mins from the centre of Lucca, within easy reach of Pisa, Florence, Siena & the sea. The picturesque town of San Martino in Freddana is a 5 minutes drive & offers local food shops, a supermarket, post office, pharmacy, bank, bars & restaurants.

Lucca is a beautiful historic city surrounded by intact 15 century walls, around which you can walk or cycle. Famous for its medieval towers, churches, & 'Piazza Anfiteatro'; its winding paved streets offer an array of smart boutiques, gourmet shops, excellent restaurants & traditional markets. Puccini was born there & daily recitals of his music take place in the 12 c Basilica of San Giovanni. There's also an annual open air festival of his operas during July & August at Torre Del Lago, 30 mins away.

Pisa is around 35 mins drive from the house, Florence is 60 mins. The nearby towns of Montecarlo & Vinci (home of Leonardo) are lovely places for lunch, the latter with some very good restaurants & a Leonardo museum.

The elegant seaside resorts of Versilia - Viareggio, Pietrasanta, Lido di Camaiore & Forte Dei Marmi are around 40 mins drive.

Not far from the house there are a number of wonderful villas & gardens built in the 16th & 17th centuries, the most famous being Villa Garzoni at Collodi, home of the creator of Pinocchio. Around Florence there are also several grand Medici villas worth seeing. The old spa towns of Montecatini & Bagni di Lucca are of interest; as are the picturesque ancient towns of the Garfagnana region such as Barga & Castelnuovo.

Further afield - day trips to Siena, San Gimignano, Volterra, Cinque Terre, Arezzo & the mountains of Carrara are well within reach.

Tennis, riding, bicycle hire & golf are all available in the area.

There are 5 challenging & beautiful golf courses around an hour's drive.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Stereo
  • Table tennis

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Private pool
  • Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Take out the trash
Lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Air-con charged by metred usage and paid online at the end of your stay. Typical charges 50-150 Euro depending on use.
Pool is open May-September. It is not heated but it is nice and warm in the summer months

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number IT046022C25A2PITS3

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is La Camelia - Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse with Cascading Pool Near Lucca to the airport?

This farm stay is 31.9 mi (58-min drive) away from the Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does La Camelia - Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse with Cascading Pool Near Lucca have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this farm stay.

How close is La Camelia - Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse with Cascading Pool Near Lucca to the beach?

This farm stay is 15.4 mi (47-min drive) from Viareggio Beach and 16 mi (50-min drive) from Spiaggia Libera. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does La Camelia - Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse with Cascading Pool Near Lucca offer free breakfast?

This farm stay does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at La Camelia - Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse with Cascading Pool Near Lucca?

No, there is no casino at this farm stay.

What time is check-in at La Camelia - Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse with Cascading Pool Near Lucca?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at La Camelia - Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse with Cascading Pool Near Lucca?

Free parking is not available at this farm stay.

Does La Camelia - Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse with Cascading Pool Near Lucca have a pool?

This farm stay features an outdoor pool.

Does La Camelia - Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse with Cascading Pool Near Lucca have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this farm stay.

How close is La Camelia - Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse with Cascading Pool Near Lucca to downtown Pescaglia?

This farm stay is 3.5 mi away from Pescaglia.

La Camelia - Stylish Tuscan Farmhouse with Cascading Pool Near Lucca Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely vacation at a lovely villa

Very nice villa, especially the pool area was our favourite.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for a wonderful stay. The villa is as described, with 5 lovely bedrooms, well equipped kitchen and dining area plus a few fantastic spots to sit outside. The pool was absolutely brilliant. We were 2 families and the space, inside and out easily absorbed us with plenty of places to sit comfortably and relax.Proximity to Lucca and the local towns was also great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic week in this beautiful house. The house was well equipped, nicely decorated and comfortable. The pool was great and we liked the different sitting areas outside. It’s very remote with beautiful views of the surrounding hills. The table tennis table was also a hit!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and facilities

Loved our weeks stay, it’s a beautiful home with everything you need to enjoy the area. Tanya was amazing at organising boat trips and cooking lessons - both highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect get away

Truly enjoyed everything about this place. The house manager was very responsive and helpful with recommendations for what to do and eat in the area. We had a beautiful family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

a wonderfull holiday

It was a wonderful house.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Tuscan farmhouse for family holiday.

Well equipped with a fabulous pool which both children and adults enjoyed. Great outside areas for dining and playing. We all had a lovely family holiday.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Lucca

Lovely villa, fantastic hosting by Tanya. Massages from Wioletta was an added bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good

Nice house, quiet, excellent pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Absolutely lovely home.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday celebration!

Great house with a super nice outdoor part, the pool was the highlight for the kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tuscany

Lovely area. Any issues resolved by helpful manager. House very comfortable Pool gorgeous !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy Holliday

Very well equipped house with a nice pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay for the family

We went as a small family group with grandparents and toddlers. It was a lovely home to stay in, we really enjoyed the pizza oven, the shallower pool for the little ones and Tanya the house manager was great for recommending things and booked us a great restaurant. We loved visiting Lucca and the beach (both about 30mins away) Thanks for a really lovely week!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in the hearth of tuscany

Everything was perfect - the house, the pool... green area for kids. Kitchen was well provided with all necessary tools, nice bedrooms, most of them combined with bathrooms. Great time for all of us - three families with couple of kids. We would lovely stay there one more time ... hopefully in next years.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice and cozy

we spent some nice and cozy days with family and friends. the house is equippet very well. pool and garden area perfect for kids and adults. we are definitley coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable and stylish Tuscan Farmhouse

Wonderful relaxing stay in the hills of Lucca in a well appointed farmhouse. Comfortable and stylish house, which was very clean and well equipped. Beautiful pool and gardens which we enjoyed in the lovely weather in June. Great outdoor space for eating outside. Not far from Lucca - but definitely felt like you were getting away from it all in a very tranquil location. Would definitely return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay in beautiful Lucca!

Everything about the property was fantastic! It exceeded all expectations. The attention to detail on the rooms, decor, fully stocked kitchen with everything you could possibly need. Communication with the owner and the house manager was excellent. Would definitely recommend if you need help with the activities in the local area:) It was the perfect location to spend my birthday with friends and family and would recommend to anyone wanting to spend time in that region. It is also so close to vineyards for wine tasting and the scenery is absolutely breathtaking:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great property in a wonderful location

The house is very well equipped - feels like living in someones home rather than a rental. All the small things you need are there - so often in rentals they are not. All the bedrooms and bathrooms are very comfortable and the house stays wonderfully cool even if it is hot outside. The swimming pool is well maintained and the eating areas great for family gatherings. The local villages have some really pleasant restaurants in the Lucca is brilliantly. Well worth going down to the coast
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful stay

La Camelia is a wonderful house in the most perfect Tuscan setting with beautiful views. It is a 5-10 minute drive from a village with good service facilities but the secluded environment of the house adds to tranqulity. We really enjoyed the big pool, the traditional well equipped kitchen and also the outside Pizza oven which we used with delicate pizzas as result. This place is a haven of calm and beauty. The owner was very service oriented. We had a wonderful time and would love to return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place to stay

La Camelia is a lovely place to stay. the villa is well equipped and comfortable. The garden and pool are great too. There was plenty of room for our family of 8 adults and 2 children. The table tennis was a bonus, we had great fun with that. Les and Alex were prompt and helpful in responding to any queries, I would not hesitate to recommend La Camelia as a lovely place to stay that is conveniently located to Lucca and day trips further afield. We got the train to Florence from Lucca which was very easy and avoided having to find parking there.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Perfect family holiday home.

We, 6 adults and 5 children had a wonderful holiday. The children's pool was a real bonus. End of season housekeeping issues were a bit irritating, parasols broken, couple of chairs with wobbly legs, non functioning second refrigerator. We had a chef come to cook a birthday meal which was the highlight of the holiday, highly recommended. Certainly a good choice overall!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place in northern Toscane (near Lucca)

Super house, excellent facilities, good service. The house is located in beautiful surroundings. The outdoor facilities like the swimming pool, the pizza oven and grill, dining facilities are fantastic. With good weather the perfect place for relaxing en enjoying life with family and friends. In house facilities like kitchen and bathrooms are also very nice and well maintained. (A small advice: Make sure you read the waste disposal instruction carefully and follow it by the detail, a small mistake causes a big fine).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hollidays 12-19 August 2023

We had a wonderful vacation. Fom small to large.Super nice location.2Pools for toddlers and adults.Thomas the gardener is a soul of Man.Incredibly, helpful, friendly and funny,even after his work, he came to us and helped with" burning problems"😅" God sent him"( he already knows)😇good work👍Family Claudia F. and Michael W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Family Holiday

The owners were extremely helpful - allowing us to check in early as the house had not been occupied that morning, providing tips for the stay and 2 cots for the babies in the party. The villa was superb - the pool is ideal with plenty of space and chairs/loungers, a child's pool and large, deep pool for swimming. It's also fenced off. The rooms were spacious and either en-suite or with easy access to a bathroom. We used the outdoor BBQ almost every night and the facilities easily catered for our party of 9 adults and 2 babies. We thought the location was very handy - far enough away to have peace and quiet, but Lucca and surrounds are within an easy reach.