Welcome to Villa Venere 12, an enchanting residence located high in the hills of Lucca, immersed in olive groves and woods that provide shade and serenity. This property has been lovingly restored to preserve the original exterior features, blending the charm of the past with modern comfort. At the centre of it all is a wonderful 7x14 metre swimming pool, surrounded by comfortable sun loungers, sun beds and parasols. Here you can relax, sunbathe and enjoy a panoramic view that will leave... ... you breathless. The enclosed garden, lovingly tended by a caretaker, is the perfect place to stroll and soak in the natural beauty. But one of the highlights of Villa Venere 12 is the portico in front of the villa. Furnished with care, it offers a barbecue for tasty grills, a dining table for 12 and a comfortable sofa with armchairs. It is a perfect spot for al fresco dining, where you can enjoy local delicacies and share unforgettable moments with friends and family. In this place of refined beauty, amidst olive groves and breathtaking views, Villa Venere 12 offers a luxurious retreat that captures the heart and soul. Come and enjoy a unique experience amidst the hills of Lucca in this splendid residence. Description Villa Venere 12 is located in a panoramic position on the hills of Lucca, among olive groves and shady woods. Renovated to preserve all the original external features, the property has a swimming pool (7x14) with deck chairs, sun loungers and parasol, and is surrounded by a fenced garden, tended by a guardian. In front of the villa there is a porch equipped with barbecue, dining table with chairs for 12 people and a comfortable sofa with armchairs. Attractions Villa Venere 12 is immersed in the typical hilly landscape of Tuscany, about 8 km away from Lucca, traditionally named the "city of a hundred churches" for the large number of places of worship within the city center. In addition to Lucca, one of the main tourist attractions of the surrounding area is made up of villas of Lucca, with their elegant parks and fountains: if you visit them, you will take a step into the past to observe the different Italian artistic styles. Nearby Villa Venere (about * km away) there is Pisa, the city of the leaning tower, and Montecatini Terme, the renowned Tuscan spa resort. For nature and sport lovers (trekking and biking) it is recommend to visit Garfagnana, a historical region in the province of Lucca, between the Apuan Alps and the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines, full of natural landscapes, mountains, trails and ancient villages. For lovers of traditional Tuscan cookery, you can follow the "Road of Wine and Oil of Lucca, Montecarlo and Versilia", which takes in the small medieval village of Montecarlo, famous for the production of wine and extra-virgin olive oil from Lucca. Finally, for sea lovers, just 40 km away from Villa Altomonte, you will find Versilia, the famous seaside resort, known throughout Italy for its night life and entertainment, especially in areas like Viareggio, Forte dei Marmi and Pietrasanta. Interior Description The villa spreads over 2 floors and can accommodate up to 12 people for a total of 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms (5 complete and 1 service bathroom). Ground Floor: This floor is composed by an entrance with box room, a dining room with large table, a service bathroom with toilet and washbasin, a large living room with a romantic fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen with barbecue and small fridge, a pantry with washing machine and regular refrigerator and with access to the porch and the garden. There is also a dependance annexed to the main building with direct access from both inside the villa and the garden, and consists of: a double bedroom and a twin bedroom separated by a bathroom with shower. First Floor: a small TV room, a living room/study with a lovely fireplace, three twin bedrooms, a double bedroom, four bathrooms with shower (3 en-suite and 1 with tub), an Internet point (Wi-fi available on that room). Air conditioning and mosquito nets are available in all the bedrooms. There is underfloor central heating. Wi-fi only available on the computer's room. Main Distances Lucca (8 km), Pisa (31 km), Montecatini Terme (35 km), Versilia (40 km), Garfagnana (40 km ), Florence (79 km), Siena (148 km). Our Opinion Villa Venere 12 is the ideal place for Tuscan landscape lovers (especially the hilly countryside of Lucca, with its sumptuous residences) and sea lovers (as the Versilia coast is only 40 km away). The interior design is rustic and cozy, characterized by antique furniture and typical country house furnishings. Unfortunately and due to the big walls of the house, the wi-fi network works only well in the internet point room (upper floor). This property for rent is not a hotel, agritourism, B&B or similar, and therefore by law, extra services similar to those you may find in these types of accommodations, such as a reception, concierge or security, receiving mail, provision of meals and drinks, cleaning and change of linen during your stay, and amenity kits with soaps etc. are strictly prohibited. APE energy certification level: D 86,9 kWh/m2 per year Bedrooms The villa has 6 bedrooms, 4 bedrooms in the main building and 2 in the annex. First floor: three twin bedrooms, one double bedroom (3 of which are en-suite). The bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning and mosquito nets; the heating is underfloor. In the dépendance: one double bedroom and one small twin bedroom, separated by a bathroom with shower. Bathrooms The villa has 6 bathrooms (5 full bathrooms and 1 service toilet). Main building Ground floor: 1 service bathroom with toilet and washbasin. First floor: 3 en-suite bathrooms and 1 bathroom with bathtub. Dépendance: one bathroom with shower. Kitchen On the ground floor, a fully equipped kitchen with barbecue, fridge-bar, a pantry with washing machine and fridge, access to the porch and garden. Large dining room. Porch with dining table. Sitting Room Ground floor: a large living room with romantic fireplace, sofa, armchairs, followed by a sitting room with fireplace, sofa, armchairs, library and dining table. Outside porch with sofas and large dining table. First floor: a small TV room, a living room/study with a lovely fireplace. Rooms & Spaces Level: +1 Living room Features: Sofa, Satellite TV Bathroom Features: Bidet, Shower, Basin, Bathtub, Toilet Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom Area 20.00 m2 Features: Bidet, Shower, Basin, 2 Single Bed, Toilet, Air Conditioning, WiFi Internet, Mosquito Net Bedroom + Ensuite Bathroom Area 20.00 m2 Features: Bidet, Shower, Basin, 2 Single Bed, Toilet, Air Conditioning, WiFi Internet, Mosquito Net Bedroom Area 20.00 m2 Features: 2 Single Bed, Air Conditioning, WiFi Internet, Mosquito Net Bedroom Area 20.00 m2 Features: Double Bed, Air Conditioning, WiFi Internet, Mosquito Net Access Floor Garden Features: Garden Furniture, Gazebo, Swimming Pool, Al Fresco Dining, Sunbed, Dining Table Veranda Features: Garden Furniture, Al Fresco Dining, Dining Table Open space Features: Fireplace, Sofa, 2 Armchair, Exit to the garden Living room Features: Fireplace, Sofa, 3 Armchair, Dining Table, Satellite TV Dining room Features: Dining Table Kitchen + living room Features: Well Equipped Kitchen, Oven, Dining Table Toilet Features: Basin, Toilet Bathroom Features: Annex, Bidet, Shower, Basin, Toilet Bedroom Area 20.00 m2 Features: Annex, Double Bed Bedroom Area 20.00 m2 Features: Annex, 2 Single Bed