Maria II
Description
Villa Maria II is a beautiful 18th-century property, located just outside of Lucca in the Tuscan countryside. It sleeps up to 18 guests and offers excellent facilities for a luxury getaway with loved ones.
Outdoors, the expansive grounds stretch over two hectares and include a swimming pool, a private lake, and various outdoor living spaces where guests can enjoy al fresco feasts, unwind with a glass of bubbly, or simply soak up the panoramic views.
There are several themed gardens including an Art Garden and a Wedding Garden, of which the latter features a beautiful gazebo with a canopy of white wisteria, perfect for couples exchanging vows. There is also a range of produce grown on site including organic vegetables used by the villa chef, rows of olive trees used to produce extra-virgin olive oil, a kiwi pergola with fruits harvested for jam and candied fruits, and a lemon grove where the fruits are turned into delicious juices, dried fruits and – naturally – limoncello.
From autumn 2022, there will also be a tennis court and a private helipad within the grounds, adding to the luxury experience.
Indoors, the beautifully-restored property perfectly blends traditional features like Tessieri tiles, Murano chandeliers, and antique furniture with modern facilities, including a lift linking all floors. Guests can unwind in the lounges located on each of the three main floors, catch up on a holiday read in the cosy library, host elegant dinner parties in the formal dining room, and prepare delicious feasts in the beautiful country-style kitchen.
The basement is home to a spa area offering complete indulgence. It comprises of a heated swimming pool with hydromassage jets, a sauna, a hammam, a spa treatment room, and a relaxation lounge. The basement also features a well-stocked wine cellar.
There are six comfortable guest bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. All of the bedrooms have king or queen-size beds, which can be converted to twins on request, allowing for flexible sleeping arrangements for different group compositions.
The other 3 bedrooms are located in the guest house
The Casa Del Contadino was once a farmhouse, highlighting the estate’s rural vocation down the centuries. It can be used as dependance by your staff, being discreetly independent from the rest of the Villa. This separate building – plus its heritage-protected barn – offers superior accommodation for up to six people. On request, the Casa del Contadino can also be used by guests in order to reach 18 beds.
It makes you enter a world of serene and authentic beauty with a contemporary touch. The house has a cosy living room with a wood-burning stove sporting an attractive hand-painted mural. A classically stylish kitchen offers a full range of cooking facilities. Each suite has its own character and features a comfortable and stylish bathroom, thoughtfully finished with terracotta floors and retro style sanitary ware.
Resplendent in earthy pink tones on its exterior, the farmhouse has been tastefully redecorated from top to bottom. Yet this building retains much of its old authenticity and charm, thanks to the re-purposing of original materials (windows and antique terracotta floors) or retro-style restoration of various old furniture by local artisans.
The outdoor pool is not heated, the indoor pool is heated.
Services included: Daily Breakfast, Maid Service, Final Cleaning and upon request a private chef is available
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