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Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce

Villa in Castiglione di Garfagnana with private pool and kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Castiglione di Garfagnana, Tuscany
  • Place, Pontecosi Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Ariostesca Castle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Duomo
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Castiglione di Garfagnana

At this villa, you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Pontecosi Lake and 6.7 km (4.1 mi) from Ariostesca Castle. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and villa features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fireplace, a patio and a living room are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Pontecosi Lake - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Ariostesca Castle - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Duomo - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Archaeological Museum - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello - 13 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Castelnuovo di Garfagnana Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Il Pozzo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Rocca - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪In Gelateria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪L'Aia di Piero - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Albergo Ristorante Pizzeria Residence Il Grotto - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce

Experience the beauty and charm of Tuscany with Friends of Tuscany Ltd., where we handle every detail of your villa booking to ensure a truly memorable holiday. With over 30 years of personal knowledge, we offer tailored services like grocery deliveries, homemade meals upon arrival, wine tours, children's activities, and recommendations for wild swimming spots, festivals, events, and the best local restaurants.

Located just a 3-minute walk from the medieval village Castiglione di Garfagnana, Casa Massimo offers spacious rooms, a private garden, and a 9-meter pool exclusively for guests. This is the perfect spot for a summer retreat in one of Tuscany’s most picturesque villages. Enjoy stunning views of the historic Castello from the garden, which features mature trees for shade and a traditional wood-fired oven for pizza.

The villa includes two large bedrooms (one sleeps three), a generously sized living room, a well-equipped kitchen, and a bathroom with shower. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a hamper of fresh organic produce from the owner, Massimo, who also shares his homemade wine, olive oil, and cheese throughout your stay.

Guests visiting in late September or October have the unique chance to participate in the grape harvest and witness traditional winemaking.

Nestled in the heart of Garfagnana, often called 'Hidden Tuscany,' Castiglione is known for its breathtaking scenery and reputation as a center of musical excellence. Castelnuovo, the nearby market town, offers a variety of restaurants, cafes, and shops, as well as a lively weekly market.

The area is perfect for outdoor activities like mountain biking, horse riding, and gorge walking, all of which can be arranged through our local partners.

With Friends of Tuscany, you're not just booking a villa, you're getting insider knowledge and personalized recommendations to make the most of your Tuscan getaway.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Rules

Pool closed October to May (can be negotiated)
Cost of heating, if required, is due to the owner
Tourist tax of €1 per day per person is due to the owner on arrival

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number IT046010C2TH2FNHZU

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Casa Massimo Medieval Village Restaurants Free Wine Villa
Casa Massimo Medieval Village Restaurants Free Wine Villa
Casa Massimo Medieval Village Restaurants Free Wine

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce have a pool?

Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce has a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce?

This property features an outdoor pool, as well as a private pool and a fireplace.

Is Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce?

No, Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Villa, private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce?

No, pets are not allowed.

Villa & private pool in village, restaurants, pizza oven, free organic produce Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Birgit F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Massimo is a fantastic host and the scenery is absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terina W., Hockley

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful village setting with amazingly kind host! Massimo lives upstairs but is not intrusive! Welcomed us with coffee and wine, When our relatives popped to see us, he offered them hospitality. Helpful through our broken Italian/English. Accommodation had every thing we needed and the pool was lovely and refreshing in the August heat! Love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, fabulous host, a very warm welcome. Massimo is a great host, ghere to help whenever needed and a welcoming host. Great space and set up with everyrhing you need. Lovely walk into town (even for little legs) with restaurants and cafes to choose from. Would love yo stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was excellent, from start to finish. The house and pool were beautiful and the owner Massimo was very kind and hospitable. He really made our stay what is was. Would highly recommend. The small and quiet town is a short walk away and there are 3 good restaurants. It’s not very touristy. You must go to Lido Pizzeria, views are incredible and pizza is very good. Lucca is about an hours drive away, and worth a visit. Overall a wonderful holiday.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home from home with the best host

A spacious property with loads of outdoor space (and pool). We were very comfortable here and could easily have stayed longer. The host, Massimo, is very friendly and most generous. We thought the village was charming and Castelnuovo is well worth a visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine and Jeff B., North Shore

Liked: Cleanliness

True Tuscany

Our family of three adult children and their parents gathered together at Massimo’s to celebrate each other and our Italian adventure. What a treat to venture into a true Tuscan community. We ate their food, drank their wine and enjoyed their true friendliness and hospitality. Massimo welcomed us on the first night with a table full of fun, laughter and food. His kindness continued throughout the week of our stay. You could not ask for a more genuine and generous host. He also respected our private times even though he lived above us. We certainly hope to return to this Tuscan treasure!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property, very friendly owner

Beautiful property in a lovely town in the Tuscan hills. Excellent value and a lovely stay. The host, Massimo is generous, friendly and considerate
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous holiday

This was our 2nd time staying here. The villa is fantastic, the location is beautiful so close to the village and with amazing view. Outdoor features, like the pool, barbeque, garden, off-road parking, etc are all brilliant. And the host, Massimo is wonderful, so friendly, welcoming and convivial.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Navita R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic 2 week stay

Spacious, clean and well appointed villa with the great big benefits of a pool, shaded floral garden and great views from the driveway. We loved our two weeks here and would definitely consider returning. Castiglione village (a few mins walk away) is small but perfect and has a couple of restaurants and the bar for apperitivo / gelato. More amenities and dining options are available in neighbouring towns just 10 mins drive away. Il Pozzo lives up to the advertising and recommendations for a lovely dinner. We had read reviews of Massimo’s hospitality but we’re still very pleasantly surprised at his kindness and generosity: red wine, Prosecco, fresh produce and ice creams for the kids throughout the stay. He gives you full privacy but is always close if you need help or to offer you a drink on your way in or out! Despite not speaking English we had some good chats with him, thanks to our broken Italian and good old Google. We had some wonderful day trips to the beautiful Vagli sotti, Pisa, beach at Forte dei Marmi and canyoning - all recommendations in the information provided by Friends of Tuscany after booking. Definitely recommend the cooking class at home with Francesca. In short, go ahead and book. You won’t be disappointed!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danyal S., London

Liked: Cleanliness

A great place to stay in the north of Tuscany

This is a fantastic location in the Northern part of Tuscany, with valleys to climb to mountain passes and tiny village in magnificent scenery. The local village has a post office, greengrocers, and small food shop as well as a bar, and a restaurant. I think the property description undersells the location - I was unfamiliar with Tuscany, and having spent a week in Florence, we were looking for a place in the Tuscan countryside. Perhaps most visitors already know what they are getting, but it was a lovely part of the world to be in, on the lower slops of the mountains above the valley below, with national parks close to hand. The house, is the self contained ground floor of a larger house, with sole use of the swimming pool and garden. The pool is a proper solid dug in pool and good for decent short lengths of swimming. We were in the pool to cool off most days, after coming in from exploration. The house itself has everything you could need. After coming from a modern flat renovation in Florence the previous week, it was nice to come to a place that had clearly been a home. It was the house that Massimo, the owner, grew up in and lives annexed to. Massimo is a kind host - available to sort out the minor issues - push to set the washing machine, and then pull the dial to operate! If your Italian is better than mine, you’ll find a great conversation partner and equally, we were undisturbed and he will leave you to get on with things. A wonderful local host, I think. In conclusion, a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandi B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic week in Tuscany

I chose this property first and foremost because of the host. The reviews of his welcoming and generous personality were stellar! Then the property was so perfect too: quiet, comfortable, a lovely pool, garden, steps to the walled village and piazza where we could get produce, or eat out. It felt completely magical. We were so happy there
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

VincavK

Liked: Cleanliness

Authentic, clean, heartwarming hospitality

What a lovely place this is. The welcome was heartwarmingly hospitable. A surprisingly full fridge, reception by owner Massimo with his own wine in abundance, ice creams for the children. Our Italian got better with every glass of prosecco ;-) The rest of the week the owner played a modest role with a smile or a bowl of delicious fresh figs. The pool is lovely, clean and set in a lovely garden. The house is authentically furnished, which makes you feel right at home. And above all, everything is spotless. We slept well and enjoyed it. Highly recomended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne H., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at Massimo's house

High up in the hills right next to the mediaeval fortified village of Castiglione, this place is a delight. Owner Massimo's generosity knows no bounds - he supplied us with more superb produce than we could eat, including an endless supply of fresh funghi porcini, bottles of his excellent red wine, home made salami and vegetables. The pool and garden were perfect, it was calm and peaceful and we had plenty of space. This is the house where Massimo was born and he & his charming wife still live upstairs - on hand to help whenever necesssary. And it feels like a home, a lived-in, welcoming space with lovely old furniture and a workable kitchen. Lucca - a favourite haunt - is less than a hour's drive away with many other stunning towns and magnificent villas, parks and gardens nearby. It's sad that a couple of apartment blocks have been built on two sides of the garden effectively blocking the view over the village but a short stroll into the front garden reveals the castle and the old walls. Highly recommended for a stay in a relatively unknown but beautiful part of Tuscany.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey L., Walton-On-Thames

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely peaceful place to stay

We had a lovely time staying here. The house was clean and had everything we needed. The house and garden were much larger than we thought from the photos, brilliant! Our three children really enjoyed playing in the pool and in the gardens which are pretty and well kept. Castiglione is very quaint and lovely to wander around, we enjoyed walking out after dinner to have a gelato and enjoy the mountain views. This is a beautiful part of Tuscany, we had successful trips to Barga and Lucca, easy to drive to and easy to park. Massimo was an amazing, friendly host we really enjoyed the welcome from him on our arrival, delightful Prosecco and Red wine and gelato for the children! Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gerry W.

Lovely

Wonderful welcome and friendly help during our stay. We appreciated the persecco and fresh produce kindly provided by Massimo. Great accommodation and we really enjoyed the pool. Castiglione is a gem and we can definitely recommend the greengrocers!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vivian S., Wadebridge

A fantastic villa with all you need for a Tuscan break

Casa Massimo is a real taste of northern Tuscany. Situated in Garfagnana, you are 45 mins from Lucca and 2 hrs from Florence. Within 20 mins you can reach some superb unspoilt areas with superb local restaurants and cafes sampling some of the wonderful food from the local area. Prices are reasonable and quality and standards are high. Massimo is a wonderful host that offers amazing hospitality and is on hand to assist with where the best places are to visit, eat and drink. The family will give you the time that you need to support your holiday without being too invasive. We cannot wait to return for our third visit.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Steven G.

We loved our stay

Massimo was a wonderful host, it's a beautiful villa, will definitely return one day
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

Massimo the host and the villa excellent

The walled village is beautiful, Massimo the host is lovely, very generous and keen to ensure you have sampled his wine and prosecco at every opportunity. The villa as pool are excellent and in easy walking of the bars etc. The are is very different to that most expect of Tuscany as it is very mountainous and alpine. There are numerous hill top villages to visit and one can venture into Pisa, Lucca and even Florence easily - the latter is better by train from Lucca. Then return to Garfagnana where everything is about half the price than the more touristy areas. Again, Massimo couldn't have been more helpful and friendly and even allowed us to use the log fired Pizza oven - something that once used you will never buy one !! Don't bother going to the beach at Massa.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

J Nanista N.

Very welcoming and friendly

Many thanks to Massimo for a great holiday, everyone was so welcoming and friendly. From the property the views are outstanding across the village and the mountain tops. We enjoyed the privacy of the garden for a few hours chill time but we also enjoyed our walks out from all directions from the house! We took a few taxi rides out to larger towns which was perfect to see a little more of the surrounding area and try different restaurants. Lovely holiday hope to go back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Attractive comfortable family home, welcoming tactful host and great area to explore.

Ideal base for two couples to share. Comfortable and relaxing house. Good pool and surroundings. An exceptionally generous welcoming host in Massimo. This is a good base to explore a hidden gem of Italy. The instructions advised there being no need to go much further afield than 10 kms around. This is helpful for a relaxing holiday as the village is a nice place to wander around with cafe overlooking the surrounding countryside, there are are beautiful spectacular walks around in the mountains, particularly in the nearby national park, and good cafes and restaurants in the local area. To get to the big towns is quite a hike on winding roads which are not much fun unless you have a little sports car. There is a good reason the locals all drive little Fiats.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

John D., London

The most fantastic holiday

Castiglioni di Garfagnana is a beautiful Tuscon village set in the most amazing country side with stunning views in all directions. Cassa Massimo is a great base to explore the area or lounge by the pool relaxing. The accommodation is fantastic for couples of small families. Without doubt the owner Massimo is one of the nicest, genuine, hospitable people I have ever met. He made us fell so welcome from the moment we arrived. He showed huge generosity with his own produced wine and we enjoyed a couple of evenings with him in his canteena drinking and eating his own produced cured meets and cheeses. The local town is a 2 minute walk and has 2 bars, a green grocer, mini market and restaurant. We tried them all and were all fantastic. You ca walk down to the mini market in the morning to collect fresh bread and take a coffee and relax in the sunshine. Absolutely perfect. I cannot recommend Cassa Massimo highly enough. This was the best holiday we have had and have already booked to return next year. Thank you Massimo, it was an great pleasure to meet you and we look forward to returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Jonas P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt in dieser Unterkunft. Die Lage ist sehr ruhig, und man kann fußläufig im Dorf unten alles bekommen, was man benötigt. Der Empfang von Massimo mit Wein, Käse und Wurst war toll, v.a. wenn immer wieder nachgeschenkt wurde. Der Kühlschrank war auch von Beginn an gut gefüllt. Wir haben 2x im Pizzaofen selbst Pizza gemacht, ging einwandfrei. Der Pool ist riesig und sehr sauber. Wir können jedem empfehlen, bei Massimo und den Friends of Tuscany zu buchen. 10/10
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emiel L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at Casa Massimo

Or stay at the house was great and massimo is the most hospitable host we have ever met. At arrival there were the first necessities for breakfast and dinner. Massimo lives upstairs and the house is downstairs. As he has a different entrance you have your own space. The pool is for use only and you do not share this with anyone. There are local shops close by and the supermarket is 5-10 minutes by car. The pool is large and Massimo cleans it every two days. We got fresh fruits and eggs which were great! The interior is not very modern but comfortable and fits the ambience. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would recommend to anyone. Please take into account that if you want to visit lucca and pisa that the drive is 1-1,5 hours. Thanks Massimo for a great week!! Grazie
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Uwe K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super

It was really a great vacation. We felt super comfortable. The house has a typical Italian flair, the pool was always clean and in top condition. The exceptionally helpful landlord Massimo made the stay a successful holiday with his hospitable manner. We can also recommend the Bar Alimentario, where you can have an excellent breakfast with a typical Italian dish coming and going. The staff at Alimentario is very friendly and welcoming. Uwe & Paula Uli & Uwe
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Friedrich G.

Liked: Cleanliness

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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023