Il Gelsomino
Only
10 mins drive from the centre of Lucca and 15 mins to Pisa, this charming
self contained courtyard apartment with its own private terrace is in
the village Santa Maria Del Giudice.
It is part of an old stone village house, built approximately 250 years ago and overlooks a white marble 14th century church. Il Gelsomino is located right in the heart of this typical Tuscan borgo(village) , nestled amongst wooded hills and Dante's Pass on Monte Pisano south of Lucca. The apartment has been restored to retain the local character and to provide comfortable accommodation for 2+1. All the rooms have radiators, terracotta floors, and original chestnut beams.
The English speaking owner lives in the house across the courtyard, and is willing to loan maps, guide books and give local advice if required. There is easy free parking in the church square and surrounding roads.
Steep stone steeps lead up to Il Gelsomino from a pretty courtyard onto the sunny private terrace, covered in jasmine (from which Il Gelsomino takes its name). Here guests may choose to enjoy their meals “alfresco” or simply relax with a glass of local wine.
Private main entrance through French doors - first floor:
Kitchen/breakfast
room
Restored in keeping with the period of the house, it has a marble sink,
microwave oven, gas hob, toaster, electric kettle and fridge. View towards
the hills.
Sitting room/ single bedroom
Small but cosy, with a single sofa bed, small chest of drawers, lots of books, cd/tape player (remember to bring your cds).Bathroom with shower
Continuous hot water. Hairdryer provided.
Double bedroom
Reached
by steep open tread wooden stairs from the kitchen.
King size cast iron double bed with matching tables and wardrobe. There are 2 windows overlooking the terrace, church and hills.
All bed linen and towels are provided, please bring beach towels.