This is an exceptional property, situated within a country estate, including vineyards, olive groves, and a chestnut wood with stream ideal for picnics. A real treat. Del Rosso, a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom property is set within a 16 hectare gated country estate with wonderful views. The property has a private driveway, parking and infinity style pool. The location is truly special - peaceful and tranquil, with olive trees and vineyards, yet less than a 5 minute drive from the mediaeval town of barga, with its windy, hilly cobbled streets; wonderful architecture; great restaurants; bars; gelaterias and often outside entertainment in the summer. The property is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom farmhouse, along with a 1 bedroom barn set accross the courtyard (both included in the price), so it is ideal for a couple wanting privacy from the rest of the group. Renovated to a good standard, using original materials wherever possible, there are terracotta floors, chestnut beamed ceilings, a fireplace, traditional quality furniture and fabrics, all perfectly blended with the comforts required for a modern holiday. We can arrange a personal chef if you wish to eat at home, and also wine tasting on site. Treat yourselves! Farmhouse: Ground floor: Traditional kitchen with washing machine, dishwasher, oven, hob, microwave, eating area. Living/dining room with , sat tv , stereo, opening to outside eating area. Insect screens. Double bedroom Twin bedroom Shower room First floor: Double bedroom En suite shower room Second living area with single bed (this area adjoins the bedroom) Cellar: Second kitchen with oven, hob, fridge and dishwasher leading directly to eating area. Barn: Ground floor: Open plan living/dining/kitchen area with fireplace. Kitchen is equipped with dishwasher, oven, hob, microwave. Sofa bed. First floor: Romantic mezanine style bedroom with en-suite bathroom boasting jacuzzi. The bedroom leads to a wonderful first floor covered resting/reading area. Outside: Covered loggia for al fresco dining - leading from kitchen of farmhouse BBQ and wood oven Covered relaxing area beside the barn Ping Pong Above the house is a beautiful private infinity style pool with stunning views (walk up to the pool is steep, but you can drive around to the gated entrance too if you prefer). Parking Other services: Insect screens. Aircon throughout the farmhouse. Wifi. Pool towels provided. Chef on request - meals usually provided in banqueting hall or ancient garden overlooking the town of Barga, although if you prefer the chef can serve you directly outside your house. Payable separately. Wine tasting sessions - payable separately Ping pong. Wine produced on site can be purchased from owner. For larger groups we also offer another house within the country estate, also with private driveway, garden and pool. A little about the area: Situated in 16 hectares of land, with wonderful views at every turn, this property is a perfect rural retreat, yet it is less than a 10 minute drive from the Mediaeval town of Barga. Barga is a sought after place to stay, with its hilly windy cobbled streets, duomo, 10th Century cathedral ancient architecture and wonderful views. Renowned for its art, good quality, but reasonably priced restaurants and music, it is a fantastic place to be in the summer. There are often al fresco concerts; outdoor plays; festas with dancing; night time markets. Known as the most Scottish town in Italy there is also a famous fish and chip festival. Closer to home, and within walking distance is the village of Albiano with its restaurant (not open every day), and bar at the local pool. Places to visit: Castelnuovo - local market town - less than 15 mins Lucca - beautiful fully walled mediaeval city, the birthplace of Puccini - 45 mins Verrucole - 30 mins - local fortress with stunning views and interactive tour/museum good for children Adventure park Levegliese - 25 mins - rock climbing, river canyoning, canoeing and some zip wires. Buffardello park - less than 30 mins - zip wire and tree climbing adventure park. Ideal forsmall children, right up to the most adventurous of adults - many different courses to choose from. Grotta del Vento - 30 mins - massive wind cave system and tours Pisa - 1 hr 15 mins Florence 1 hr 40 mins The coast - the Versilian coast is a 1 hr 20 min drive away either via motorway, or via the stunning Apuane mountains Strada del Vino - 50 mins - wine roads of Lucca National Park of Orecchiella - 45 mins These are just some suggestions since hilltop villages abound, and exploring can be either townie or totally rural - the choice is yours, if you can tear yourselves away from the house and the pool area.