Bargabellavista: sleeps 8 in 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large garden and parking
Apartment
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 3 
Bathrooms: 2
Description
The Property
Our home in Barga has been in the family for over 100 years, and forms part of a much larger property which once played a historic role in supporting the local nobility.
It was transformed from a base for their staff and animals into a silk worm producing factory, providing valuable silk threads for the fabric trade.
Benefitting from a very large garden giving unparalleled views over to the Apuane Alps and down to the valley below, this is a homely, comfortable and well-loved location to spend a memorable holiday.
The Accommodation
With three bedrooms and two bathrooms (one en-suite with corner bath and shower; the other a spacious shower room), the apartment can comfortably accommodate up to eight people.
The en-suite bedroom downstairs has a king size bed, with a door from the bathroom straight onto the garden.
Upstairs, there are two bedrooms, each with twin beds which can also be converted into king size beds.
The larger of these rooms, the family room, also has a set of bunk beds large enough to sleep two adults but of course ideal for children sharing with their parents. There is ample storage and hanging space in all of our rooms.
The kitchen and living room complete the available accommodation. Whilst traditional in style, the kitchen benefits from a full size Bosch dishwasher and a large freestanding fridge/freezer. In common with properties in much of the area, the cooker is fuelled by bottled gas. A microwave and freestanding oven/grill are also available in the kitchen for your convenience.
In the living room you will find a table and chairs to seat eight people comfortably for a meal indoors and a wood-burning stove to bring extra cheer on any chillier autumn nights.
The Garden
Outside, there is dining space under the shady grapevines for 12 or more, with several small marble tables as well as a bespoke wooden bench and table with space for eight.
The garden provides lots of space to relax, to sit with a paintbrush and easel, a book or a glass of wine in hand, and to enjoy the views and the local colour.
There are four loungers for lying in the sun (and many chairs) and a range of other spots to sit in, including the original circular pergola at the end of the garden, which is also home to more grapevines.
Other Features
A private parking garage is available and free for your use when renting the accommodation. It is accessed on the street outside the house.
In the limonaia (the traditional outbuilding in the garden which historically protected the family's lemon trees over winter, in their large terracotta pots) you will find garden equipment, the washing machine, and the wood-fired pizza oven which has been used to very good effect over the years! A marble topped preparation table and traditional steel pizza paddle with a very long handle are available for your use.
Our accommodation is pet-friendly, child-friendly (with your supervision in the garden and on the stairs of course!) and gay-friendly. With our many years of experience in providing niche activity holiday experiences, we also welcome requests from potential groups of guests to assist with the planning of group actvities, including reserving additional accommodation for larger parties.
Accessibility
Our home is not easily accessible to people with mobility problems as there are 10-12 steps leading up from the road, and further stairs to the uppper floor once inside. Depending on your mobility needs, the ground floor with its ensuite bedroom may be ideal. Please contact us to discuss further if you have questions.
Please Note: We require our guests to pay our housekeeper on arrival the sum of Euros80 in cash for cleaning and housekeeping services including linens and towels. We do this because local costs are incurred in local currency.
Amenities
Entertainment- Television(Tv)
- Books
- DVD player
- Television(Tv)
- Satellite / Cable
- Toys
- Wireless internet
- Air conditioning
- Clothes dryer
- Linens provided
- Iron and board
- Heating
- Washing machine
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Blender
- Kettle
- Refrigerator
- Dishes and utensils
- Kitchen
- Parking
- Internet
- Wood stove
- Satellite or Cable
- Washer and Dryer
- Golf
Rates
| Season | Nightly | Weekly | Weekend | Monthly | Min Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Rate -- |
€74 | - | - | - | 3 |
Gareth W.
Wonderful Barga!
We have just returned from two amazing weeks in Barga, staying at Lorraine and Joe's apartment. The accommodation is part of a larger building, but is spacious and set out on two floors, so feels like a house. There is a separate external entrance gate to the accommodation, through which you reach the garden and an own front door. Best things about the the property: (1) it is a stone-built, tiled floor house, which means it stays cool through the hot weather (mid 30s when we were there!) (2) huge private garden, with stunning views across the valley (3) 2 minute walk from the historic beautiful old town of Barga, 5-7 minute walk from the new town. There is a parking space/garage built into the exterior wall, we decided to avoid as we had hired a 9-seater and were not sure it would fit/could be easily manoeuvred in, but ordinarily, this would be ideal for guests (we found a free car park at the bottom of the hill). The interior is simple, vintage and clean. There is a well equipped kitchen with everything you need a brand new washing machine (essential for a 2 week stay!). Wifi is available in the property although a little slow, but good enough to search up places to visit! If you are looking for well-located authentic Italian home to unwind and live a bit slower, then it's perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in wonderful Barga and would love to return in the future. Lorraine was a perfect host and responded very quickly to any queries we had.
antony c.
At the heart of Barga
Enjoyable stay in a pretty town. The house is well located and the outside space is lovely as are the views. The Wi-Fi works and the garage is a little tight and accessed from a reasonably busy road for Barga. The kitchen does not have hot water but is perfectly adequate. The beds are comfortable
Nicola R.
Great location
Great location, lovely outdoor space. Could have been cleaner
John P.
Fantastic Barga
What a fantastic property, perfectly located and with such beautiful views and character. Would love to return one day.
antony c.
Beautiful setting and gardens with lively views. Eating at the tables under the vines is a pleasure
Beautiful and lovely garden to eat out in. Garage a little small. Our car had its nose poking out but great position for barga as just along from the Fosso and gate to the town. Relaxing but upstairs got warm
James M.
Enjoyable month in Barga
Enjoyed the house with family and friends. It worked well for us and met our needs. Nice place!
Gareth W.
Wonderful Barga!
We have just returned from two amazing weeks in Barga, staying at Lorraine and Joe's apartment. The accommodation is part of a larger building, but is spacious and set out on two floors, so feels like a house. There is a separate external entrance gate to the accommodation, through which you reach the garden and an own front door. Best things about the the property: (1) it is a stone-built, tiled floor house, which means it stays cool through the hot weather (mid 30s when we were there!) (2) huge private garden, with stunning views across the valley (3) 2 minute walk from the historic beautiful old town of Barga, 5-7 minute walk from the new town. There is a parking space/garage built into the exterior wall, we decided to avoid as we had hired a 9-seater and were not sure it would fit/could be easily manoeuvred in, but ordinarily, this would be ideal for guests (we found a free car park at the bottom of the hill). The interior is simple, vintage and clean. There is a well equipped kitchen with everything you need a brand new washing machine (essential for a 2 week stay!). Wifi is available in the property although a little slow, but good enough to search up places to visit! If you are looking for well-located authentic Italian home to unwind and live a bit slower, then it's perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in wonderful Barga and would love to return in the future. Lorraine was a perfect host and responded very quickly to any queries we had.
antony c.
At the heart of Barga
Enjoyable stay in a pretty town. The house is well located and the outside space is lovely as are the views. The Wi-Fi works and the garage is a little tight and accessed from a reasonably busy road for Barga. The kitchen does not have hot water but is perfectly adequate. The beds are comfortable
Nicola R.
Great location
Great location, lovely outdoor space. Could have been cleaner
John P.
Fantastic Barga
What a fantastic property, perfectly located and with such beautiful views and character. Would love to return one day.
antony c.
Beautiful setting and gardens with lively views. Eating at the tables under the vines is a pleasure
Beautiful and lovely garden to eat out in. Garage a little small. Our car had its nose poking out but great position for barga as just along from the Fosso and gate to the town. Relaxing but upstairs got warm
James M.
Enjoyable month in Barga
Enjoyed the house with family and friends. It worked well for us and met our needs. Nice place!