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Bell'Estate - Your Dream Villa in Tuscany

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Outdoor dining
8 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 16697 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Bell'Estate - Your Dream Villa in Tuscany

The villa, built in the 1870s, sits on top of a hill overlooking green fields and vineyards towards the south and west. On a property of about seven acres, the garden offers complete privacy, and a variety of walks and quiet places.

This villa is not just a rental place, but the residence of a three generation family, who have filled it with an extensive collection of books and texts. It is a unique pleasure to immerse oneself in the quiet of this cultural oasis, away from loud crowds and everyday bustle.

Only ten minutes from the center of Lucca, the surroundings are open farmland, protected by the Cultural Landmarks Commission, with a church on a higher hill and farms and villas to dot the landscape. The area offers the best of what Tuscany is known and loved for: an unforgettable countryside, a beautiful medieval town full of art and precious boutiques, Summer festivals with opera and concerts, amazing wines, and of course renowned and unknown restaurants that will give great pleasure to those who appreciate the simple and sophisticated flavors of Tuscan cuisine.


Keywords: Villa

Property manager

Alessandra

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • 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.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: If smoking outside, must dispose of butts SAFELY!

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Garden
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 7,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 35

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Yes, but be aware of stairs in the house

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
Note from host: Quiet enjoyment of the premises for all neighbors
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Bell'estate Your Dream Villa Tuscany Lucca
Bell'estate Your Dream Tuscany Lucca
Bell'estate Your Dream Tuscan
Bell'estate Your Dream Villa in Tuscany
Bell'Estate - Your Dream Villa in Tuscany Villa
Bell'Estate - Your Dream Villa in Tuscany Lucca
Bell'Estate - Your Dream Villa in Tuscany Villa Lucca

About the area

Map
Lucca, Lucca

What's nearby

  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Palazzo Pfanner - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Walls of Lucca - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Guinigi Tower - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Piazza Napoleone - 10 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • San Giuliano Terme Ripafratta Station - 10 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Osaka Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pasticceria Chloè di Rouhet Stephane - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Il Ciancino - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Tambellini Manuela & C. SAS - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Suyoshi - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bell'Estate - Your Dream Villa in Tuscany have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bell'Estate - Your Dream Villa in Tuscany pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bell'Estate - Your Dream Villa in Tuscany?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bell'Estate - Your Dream Villa in Tuscany?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bell'Estate - Your Dream Villa in Tuscany located?

This family-friendly Lucca villa is located in a rural location, 3 mi (4.8 km) from Porta San Donato, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lucca Botanical Gardens and Puccini Museum. Museum of Torture and Lucca Center of Contemporary Art are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Bell'Estate - Your Dream Villa in Tuscany Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TODD D.

Liked: Cleanliness
On The Way To Lucca
This property is a perfect combination of grace, location and convenience, and the host is as accommodating as they come. Good travels!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Wonderful house with the best pool you will ever see. Only 10 minutes from lucca, great host
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly Magical and Authentic
The property is like a manor estate, yet it is not cold in the least. It is a warm, welcoming home with plenty of space to gather either inside or out. The owner is a wonderfully interesting couple that are friendly and responsive. this is the third time we’ve rented homes for 3 weeks in Tuscany and this home was the best!
Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful family home and idyllic area
The property is stunning, grand with incredible views. Also the lovely fresh tomatoes from the garden were a lovely added extra. The pool really is exceptional and definitely the biggest I've ever hired, with Hockney views! The only reason for a star down was the cleaners and gardeners were there daily and were there unnecessarily for hours every day and overbearing (also the gardener turned sprinklers on guests by the pool). I would request the cleaners are there far less frequently from the outset.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adnan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elegentia
Outstanding property with old time elegance. 14 family members had a wonderful gathering to celebrate 60th wedding anniversary of couple. Highly recommend the estate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical stay in the Tuscan hills near Lucca
Wonderful stay with my family in a charming historical home that is well taken care of and clearly lived in by its owners. If you wish to take a vacation that will transport you back in time yet still feel comfortable and cozy then you must consider the Bell'Estate. It has ample space for outdoor activities and lovely gardens to enjoy nature. You're also minutes away from the most enchanting town of Lucca. All ages will enjoy the villa. On top of that all the owner (Allesandra) is a joy and was super attentive to all our needs and more. I would definitely recommend it as a 10/10 experience.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing week
The house is amazing, we had a magical week. Perfect location to explore Lucca, Pisa, Florence, beaches or just relax at the house/pool. Everyone in our group loved it - from kids to grandparents. Thank you for a memorable week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa stay
Everything as advertised. Had over 25 guests over the month and they all commented how nice and accommodating the villa was. I would rent the villa again.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steph W., Spokane WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Unforgettable
What an amazing stay! Everything was perfect, in fact, better than we expected when my entire family of 16 stayed for a week in Lucca. From the moment we were greeted to the post-cleanup (finding a number of things we left behind), the stay exceeded our expectations. I'm not sure how the place could be even better than the gorgeous pictures, but it is. The highlight is the stunning, immaculately clean, gigantic pool. We stayed during a very hot week and I blame the beautiful pool for keeping us from touring more of the area. However, even with the heat, the main areas of the house stayed cool and the bedrooms are air conditioned so we were all perfectly comfortable. Communication with Alessandra was seamless and she not only answered our logistics questions but gave wonderful recommendations for food and coffee in the area as well as activities such as biking and wine tasting. The cleaning each day was also such a welcome amenity. The house is truly spotless and that takes a lot of work. The only downside is that now nothing will ever compare to this incredible holiday. I woke up every morning with a smile, hearing church bells, seeing the sun beam over Tuscany. It is truly magical and utterly unforgettable.

10/10 Excellent

Jo Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home away from home
This property is a classic Tuscan villa in the rolling hills outside the charming city of Lucca that we have used for family and friends on vacations and love more each passing year. It is spectacular, with large bedrooms, modern bathrooms, a recently renovated third floor, a sitting area with cool breezes for dining al fresco, and a large pool. This home is lovingly maintained and has been updated by the owner, who is a joy to deal with on every detail. Only minutes from Lucca, less than an hour from the coast, and a short drive or train ride to Florence, this villa is the perfect home away from home for your vacation. You will adore it.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly relaxing, great location, gorgeous views!!
This is our second time staying at Bell'Estate and it won't be our last. This is a beautifully maintained and wonderfully curated home. We are constantly impressed with all the little details (fully stocked kitchen, towels, sheets, books and maps on the area, etc) that make our stay as enjoyable as possible. The pool was incredible with gorgeous views of the countryside. Each morning we would enjoy a cup of coffee on the new patio and end the day with a glass of wine there too. We made great use of the well-stocked kitchen preparing meals that included tomatoes and herbs from the gardens. And the beds!!! The luxurious Italian bed linens were just to die for. We really did have a wonderful time and truly can’t thank Alessandra enough! She goes above and beyond to make it a great vacation for her guests!

10/10 Excellent

Judy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Magical Stay at Bell’ Estate in Lucca
There are truly no words to describe how special the two weeks were that we stayed at Bell’ Estate. We were celebrating a milestone birthday with 16 family members and all of us made memories for a lifetime. From my first communication with Alessandra, the process of booking the home, preparing for our trip and enjoying this beautiful space was a dream. The home itself has amazing history, charm and character, and offered our group all the space we needed to enjoy each other’s company without being underfoot. The pool and landscaping are unsurpassed, there are easy hikes from the home to explore the countryside and the proximity to Lucca enabled us to enjoy that beautiful city everyday. But we were always eager to get back to the lively Bell’ Estate. I left a little piece of my heart there!

10/10 Excellent

Enrico A.

Unforgettable
This is a spectacular place even out of season. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

SIMPLY STUNNING!!
We spent 5 days in this beautiful villa located in the countryside outside of Lucca. We where a party of 10 adults and six kids: the villa is large and housed us comfortably. The mood is very special. Classic, elegant and authentic. The house is impeccably kept, and is clearly looked after with great care. We all had the feeling we where getting the real Tuscan experience. We naturally all gravitated twards the kitchen, which even if slightly smaller than most of the rooms in the house, is homey and well equipped. Having a chef in our midst contributed of course. Our other favorite spot is the top floor with its gigantic fireplace, and I mean the thing is huge. Sipping wine late at night by the fire after a day of walking the crowds of Lucca Comics... priceless. We thoroughly enjoyed this house and plan on coming back. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verena R.

Magic autumn atmosphere!
Bell'Estate, an old country mansion, a rambling tuscan garden, a magic autumn atmosphere, a perfect setting for a reunion of old friends. Lucca a charming, smart city with plenty of shopping opportunities and gourmet restaurants, in the vicinity. We will repeat in the next future!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A beautiful, large, traditional Italian estate in a great location
Bell 'Estate is a lovely, very large, traditional Italian home.....as other reviewers have noted, even more beautiful in the flesh than in the pictures. If you're after a soulless, modern villa with every modern convenience, then maybe this isn't the right place for you. But if you want to experience living in a large house from La Belle Époque, then this is something very special. The house is full of the books and pictures that make it a 'lived in' family home. And there is sufficient space for a large group all to lose themselves in their own haven. Inevitably in August a particular highlight was the private swimming pool, an extraordinary 25 metres and delightfully warm, in a quiet spot a little way away from the house. The house is about a 15 min drive from the historic town of Lucca. The owner, Alessandra, was extremely attentive in ensuring that everything was ready for us and everything was fine. Her sister, Sonia - an excellent cook - was able to prepare a couple of dinners for us, as well. I would thoroughly recommend this house.....and we certainly hope to return ourselves one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Tuscany at its very best!!!
My wife and three other couples recently stayed at the fabulous estate outside of Lucca, in the Tuscan countryside. We are speechless. From an Olympic-sized swimming pool (which came in handy because of the high 90 degree heat), to sumptuous tree-lined grounds, a private entrance, and a 5 bedroom estate out of the 18th century......bellisimo!! We met Sonja, sister to the owner of the property, and she was wonderful, very helpful. Not only did she give us guidance on the neighboring area, she also cooked us a true Tuscan dinner on one night of our 7 night stay. It was spectacular, but then again, everything about this home was spectacular. There were really no negatives I can think of other than showers being a bit on the smaller size, but that pales in comparison to the beauty of this estate. Bedrooms are spacious, the kitchen is functional and outstanding, the WIFI worked well, and there are other rooms aplenty. We absolutely plan on staying here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katie N.

Exactly as we pictured it !
Beautiful place and location . Owner very accurate in description and very helpful anytime I had a question . Would recommend to anyone .
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Mark C.

Magnificent property with stunning grounds and the quirks of an old house
Bell'Estate is an astonishingly beautiful place and when the sun shines one fully experiences the splendor of the property. The garden areas and pool are extraordinary and it feels as though a cinematographer might appear at any moment! The house is enormous and can comfortably accommodate large groups with no sense of crowding. The kitchen is well equipped and there are plenty of good dishes, glasses and cutlery. It is a home that is lived in and loved, and nothing in it is of low quality. Bedrooms are very spacious, featuring stunning vistas; the five rooms we used had comfortably firm beds and all windows have screens. It must be understood, though, that this is an old house and can be chilly and dark inside, which is an advantage in hot weather but not necessarily in cold or dank weather. There are "new house" people and "old house" people in the world and those who want a modern place might not be entirely comfortable. Those who love the individuality, history and charm of a quintessentially Italian home that evokes a bygone era, however, will think they have died and gone to heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thomas v.

A fantastic house with history and style. Perfectly appointed for our family and friends.
Incredible private pool- 25 meters for real lap swimming. Really nice housekeeper. 5 large bedrooms and 4 bathrooms in a real villa makes this a dream come true. Up a small road just outside of Lucca so you have privacy plus a he amenities of Lucca. Really a marvellous spot
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

François-Ghislain M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house in a lovely property
We had an amazing time in Alessandras’s house. We felt at home. Every room has a story, the pool is spectacular…and the finding table in the shade of an oak tree…
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024