VILLA CRISTINA 3

Toscana - Pistoia - MASSA E COZZILE
Sleeps: 3
Bedrooms: 2
( 1 double, 1 single with queen size bed)
Bathrooms: 2
(1 bathroom with shower en suite, 1 bathroom with shower)

Description:

PRIVATE STRUCTURE (Lease only - CIR CODE: 047008LTN0044) Set on the hills overlooking Montecatini Terme is Villa Cristina, an old hunting lodge of the noble family Lucchesi and today transformed into a holiday home. Since the time of the Lucchesi family, the house has been destined to many uses until today when, thanks to a careful restoration by the owner, this welcoming holiday residence was created with a view of the Valdinievole and the surrounding rolling hills. Staying in this villa you will find yourself embraced by typical Tuscan vegetation such as a large olive grove, fruit trees and various aromatic herbs. Entering from the forecourt you will find the classic layout of a two-storey house: an open-plan area with kitchen, dining area and TV corner with sofa and a bathroom with shower. An iron staircase down to the lower floor leads to a single bedroom with queen size bed and then, continuing on, to a double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with shower. Guests who choose this property can relax in the newly-built swimming pool, located just a few metres from the house in a lateral panoramic position, or relax in the shady outdoor living area while sipping an apéritif and savouring the scents of the Tuscan countryside. The strategic position of this property will allow you to quickly reach principal tourist destinations such as: Florence, Pisa, Lucca, Siena and Montecatini Terme, as well as the Tyrrhenian coast with the renowned golden beaches of Versilia and its gem, Forte dei Marmi, without forgetting the famous Cinque Terre. The villa is an excellent departure point for golfers with the nearby Golf Montecatini Terme or for wellness fans who in about 20 minutes can reach Grotta Giusti, with the thermal baths in a cave, or visit the renowned thermal baths of Montecatini, already known in Roman times.

VILLA CRISTINA HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO A CHECK-UP BY A TECHNICAL RESPONSIBLE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SEASON, TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY OF THE DESCRIPTION, ACCESSORIES LISTED ON THIS PAGE AND THEIR PRESENT STATE OF OPERATION/MAINTENANCE, TO GUARANTEE QUALITY, CLEANLINESS AND COMFORTS TO ALL CLIENTS WHO WILL STAY HERE.

Interior:

The property has two floors: on the ground floor, entering from the forecourt in front of the house, you come to the dining area with kitchenette, which adjoins the sitting room with TV corner, 2 sofas for 4 people and a bathroom with shower. An iron staircase leads down to the lower floor with the sleeping area consisting of a single bedroom with queen size bed and a double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with shower

Park:

Villa Cristina is surrounded by a 2500 sq m garden with a typical terraced conformation, completely fenced and with areas bordered by hedges to guarantee privacy, especially in the pool area. Past the entrance gate, a white gravel driveway lined with fruit trees leads to the parking area, covered by a lush pergola of kiwi, close to the villa entrance. Exiting the villa you come to a living area equipped with comfortable seating where you can relax while enjoying a cocktail under a large shade sail. Next to it is a shady area with a lovely panoramic outdoor dining area, completed by a brick barbecue. Adjacent to the outdoor dining area, a small flight of steps leads through the olive grove to the swimming pool, also be easily reached from the adjacent sleeping area. Please notice that photos are taken in spring, therefore flower blossoming, and the colours of the gardens' grass could be different at the moment of your arrival at the villa.

Swimming Pool:

The swimming pool, set in the green of the Tuscan countryside, offers guests a unique view of the rolling hills of the Valdinievole. Located on the side of the property, the rectangular pool has a recessed corner with a small beach ideal for children and Roman steps for access to the water. Measuring 3 x 11 m with a constant depth of 1.50 m, it is lined in sand-coloured PVC with a border in pietra serena and has chlorine purification and internal lighting. The surrounding solarium area in non-slip teak-type resin slats, is equipped with comfortable sunbeds, tables, umbrella and a hot-water solar shower. The pool is open from the last Saturday in April to the first Saturday in October

Pets: Yes small and medium size
Handicap: Not certified
Fenced-in property: Yes
Amenities and Features
  • Air conditioning
  • Smart TV
  • Bluetooth speakers
  • Internet WI-FI connection
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Moka
  • American coffee machine
  • Mixer
  • Express coffee machine
  • Ice cube maker
  • Microwave oven
  • Hair dryer
  • Washing machine
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Cot
  • High chair
  • Ping-pong
  • stone barbecue

Location and distances


The property is located on the green hills outside the town of Montecatini Terme. Renowned for its purifying waters and located in a border area between the provinces of Pistoia and Lucca, Montecatini Terme has been known since ancient times for its famous thermal waters. This lively town attracts many tourists strolling among the beautiful shops that characterise the centre. Not far from the property are towns such as: Pescia (the town of flowers), Collodi (the town of Pinocchio), Massa and Cozzile (medieval villages), Montecarlo (renowned for its red wine), Monsummano Terme (with thermal baths in a cave) which make the area very interesting and fascinating. Thanks to the train station or the Montecatini motorway exit, you can quickly reach important cities such as Pisa or other cultural cities such as: Lucca, Florence, Siena, Vinci (the birthplace of Leonardo), San Gimignano, but also the famous beaches of Versilia, Forte dei Marmi and their magical nightlife as well as the marble quarries of Carrara and Pietrasanta, cities of art and marble. Nature lovers can visit, 15 km from the property, the famous protected faunal reserve of the Padule di Fucecchio, an extensive network of trails in a large marshy area, characterised by hydrogeological resources, landscapes of particular interest and a great wealth of native flora and fauna https://www.facebook.com/paduledifucecchio. Golfers should not miss the 18-hole course of Golf Montecatini Terme immersed in the green of the Tuscan hills, 18 km from the property. Otherwise, 30 km away is the 9-hole Golf Bellosguardo di Vinci which winds its way through the hills surrounding the birthplace of the great Maestro, Leonardo.

Airport: Aeroporto: Firenze 55 km, Pisa 61 km, Bologna 137 km, Perugia 236 km, Roma 368 km, Milano 383 km
Train station: Montecatini Terme 10 km
Highways: A11 exit Montecatini Terme 10 km
Shops and services: Marliana 2 km, restaurant 100 m.
Beaches: Viareggio 55 km, Tirrenia 77 km
Parking: Inside the property uncovered parking
Access roads: Paved up to the gate
Attractions within 100 km: Montecatini Terme 10 km, Lucca 38 km, Versilia 55 km, Firenze 58 km, Pisa 62 km, Volterra 90 km
Altitude: 400 slm

Reviews

9.5 / 10

Rating based on received reviews

Average rating

10
Overall rating
9.9
General cleanliness
9.2
Quality of pool and park cleanliness
9
Quality of furnishing and amenities

Reviews

by THORAL Pierre
France 8/12/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
9/10
How do you value the property amenities and furniture?
9/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Yes
What is your overall opinion of your holiday?
10/10
How would you rate our customer service (including check-in/out)?
10/10
by Jette Ambrosius
Germany 8/4/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
8/10
How do you value the property amenities and furniture?
8/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Yes
What is your overall opinion of your holiday?
8/10
How would you rate our customer service (including check-in/out)?
9/10
by Elaine Mclaughlin
Ireland 7/8/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
10/10
How do you value the property amenities and furniture?
10/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Yes
What is your overall opinion of your holiday?
10/10
How would you rate our customer service (including check-in/out)?
10/10
We value your feedback to improve the services provided by Emma Villas.
We had a wonderful holiday in Villa Cristina 3. The location, up in the mountains, is beautiful and the villa itself is perfect for a couple. We loved the swimming pool and deck area especially. The restaurant next door is amazing too. We would definitely love to go back.
by Gerald Butter
Netherlands 6/18/2024
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
8/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Goog/very good
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
None.
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Excellent rating to the owner of the property.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Used you before.
by Pascal Sauer
Germany 9/11/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes, absolutely- nice little house, our dogs liked that it was fenced in completely. Kitchen etc was equipped quite good and quality of bathrooms etc very good. Beds were comfortable and pool really has such outlook. Great was that restaurant “la Baita“ is in walking distance.
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
8/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
It’s expensive but it’s worth
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
8/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Easy going, Cristina is very helpful and flexible
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Na
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
Na
by Tom Verfaillie
Belgium 8/21/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
yes, beautiful house and swimming pool, all amenities are there. Very private and relaxing environment.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
Wifi outside (furthest place next to the pool) is weak. It might be a good idea to install a signal strengthener outside for better wifi outside
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
10. Very friendly owner who was efficient and flexible in checkin/checkout times. Also very nice was that she has useful information written down (ie good restaurants, where to go for supermarkets...).
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
professional, easy to use website with relevant information and extensive list of villas to choose from
by Deborah Price
United Kingdom 6/12/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
8/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
No suggestions
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
10/10 excellent
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Had a property in the location we were looking at
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
None
by Anonimo
6/3/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Very good
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Top! 10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Super website, easy booking, excellent services

Minimum Stays

Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/6/2024 - 1/4/2025 5 Nights Everyday
Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/4/2025 - 6/28/2025 5 Nights Everyday
6/28/2025 - 8/30/2025 7 Nights Only Sat
8/30/2025 - 1/3/2026 5 Nights Everyday

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  • Electricity (on consumption up to date market prices), tourism tax (not applicable), extra cleaning when animals are present (€ 50.00 per animal per week or part of week)

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STAY CANCELLATION INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Included in the price)
The final price of the reservation includes the Insurance Policy for Cancellation of Stay. You can cancel and be reimbursed in the event of:
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  • Covid-19 infections (new)
  • a terrorist attack that has struck the place of stay (new)

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HEALTH ASSISTANCE INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) +1,5% of the rental price Not only cancellation policies, but also protection during your stay. You can choose to purchase this policy in the event you should, for the duration of your stay, want coverage for:
  • Healthcare with Operations Centre 24/7;
  • Vehicle Assistance to and from the place of stay and for the entire duration of your holiday; (zona "rossa" o impossibile da raggiungere a causa di restrizioni ufficiali alla libera circolazione);
  • Healthcare for family members left at home;
  • Reimbursement of medical expenses;
  • Repeat Trip Guarantee that reimburses the unused portion without deductible in the case of medical return home or early return home.

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ZER0DEP COVER - by EuropAssistance (Mandatory) 49€ each reservation The new "Zer0Dep" guarantee protects you and allows you to have a tranquil holiday. Zer0Dep stands for "Zero deposit"; it is an insurance coverage developed in partnership with EuropAssistance which replaces the security deposit and which is therefore mandatory. The benefits of this guarantee are: you do not pay the security deposit on arrival: neither in cash nor by immobilising a substantial amount on your credit card limit;
  • you are protected in the case of eventual damage to the property caused accidentally during your stay (up to the maximum limit of 1500 euro);
  • you avoid any dispute on the responsibility of the damage and its quantification during check-out;
  • you can enjoy your villa holiday in greater tranquillity.

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  • payment of tourist tax (where due) and eventual flat-rate payments requested (eg electricity, heating, extra cleaning for animals, etc.);
  • the purchase of additional services, hospitality (extra cleaning, in-house chef, first grocery shopping, etc.) and experiences (food and wine tours, guided tours, etc.)


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The following extra services are available to be purchased during the booking process.
You can start adding the services you want by selecting them in the booking box.

Chiantishire. Grape stomping for 4 pax
Chiantishire. Grape stomping for 4 pax

The harvest season has always been a time of celebration in the countryside: the hard work, the cultivation sacrifices and all the efforts finally pay off with the growth of grapes and the exciting process of winemaking. This experience is highly recommended for those who want to experience something truly unique while capturing the authentic essence of life in the Tuscan countryside. The experience includes a visit to a winery with wine tasting and a typical local lunch. Depending on the season, guests can either pick grapes or press grapes. Discover these amazing ancient traditions and create a genuine product.   Additionally, the experience includes a visit to Castellina in Chianti, one of the iconic villages in the Chianti Classico area. Stroll around this historic hamlet, rich in culture and local craft shops, and soak in the charm and history of the region.
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€ 1,013.76

Chiantishire. Treasure hunt in Florence for 4 pax
Chiantishire. Treasure hunt in Florence for 4 pax

In an interweaving of stories and legends that your guide will narrate throughout the tour, your children will travel with their imagination into the past, looking for statues, famous paintings and characters that have made the history of Florence. This experience is a treasure hunt that turns into a real mission. There will be mysterious puzzles to decipher, drawings to colour, a map to follow and a treasure to recover. During the treasure hunt, children will be able to rest while enjoying an ice cream and at the end they will receive prizes for their excellent work. It is not a regular tour and throughout the duration the protagonists will be mainly children. Together with their family, they will have fun discovering the beauty and secrets of a fascinating city. The tour is suitable for children over 6 years
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€ 696.96

Food
Food Delivery - Authentic Tuscany and Umbria
Food Delivery - Authentic Tuscany and Umbria

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - The regional pairing of central Italy. A blend of traditions and interpretations of the raw materials from these incredible territories. The opportunity to taste the traditional combination of aged beef and pork with beans.
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€ 125.00

Food Delivery - Dining in the Great Outdoors
Food Delivery - Dining in the Great Outdoors

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - Gather around a barbecue featuring exceptional produce: savoury lamb skewers and Angus beef burgers from the finest Italian sources, black pork sausages from Sicily's Nebrodi mountains and Leonessa potatoes baked in foil. To complement the burgers, there is traditional 'pane cafone' bread, cheddar cheese and sweet San Marzano tomato sauce. Pair your meal with our Amatrice spelt beer and, for the little ones, refreshing iced tea.
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€ 170.00

Food Delivery - Glamours Aperitif
Food Delivery - Glamours Aperitif

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - Platter of delights to share with friends, featuring the finest ‘Made in Italy’ ingredients, accompanied by DOC Prosecco from Veneto.
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€ 173.00

Food Delivery - Picnic on the Lawn
Food Delivery - Picnic on the Lawn

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - To start, tantalizing nachos with guacamole, followed by our selection of cured meats and cheeses served with hand-stretched breadsticks and chocolate brownies to finish.
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€ 129.00

Food Delivery - Poolside Brunch
Food Delivery - Poolside Brunch

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY, THURSDAY AND FRIDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - An international classic that combines the relaxation of breakfast with the flavours of lunch: a brunch featuring top-quality ingredients.
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€ 110.00

Food Delivery - Romantic Aperitif
Food Delivery - Romantic Aperitif

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - A selection of three prestigious caviars, directly from Siberia,
to be enjoyed with 'pane carasau' bread, salted butter made from 100% Piedmontese milk, hand-rolled breadsticks and Prosecco.
A magical combination with the 'del Mago drinks' Vodka selection by Chef Marcello Trentini.
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€ 148.00

Food Delivery - Vegan experience in villa
Food Delivery - Vegan experience in villa

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - Discover all the taste of our vegetable products. A rich starter with tofu cheese, our sott'oli and pane cafone. First course with fusilloni from Gragnano accompanied by a yellow date sauce. To finish, tasty vegetable nuggets accompanied by lioness potatoes.
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€ 101.00