Villa Matteucci by Coselli Collection

Short distance from Lucca (6km), typical Tuscan farmhouse immersed among olive groves with private lake and big park. Outdoor facilities feature a beautiful pool with sun-beds, a superb alfresco dining area with BBQ and a romantic jasmine gazebo. Owned to the famous architect Matteucci who invented the 1st stroke engine,today it's an elegant villa rental with 6 charming bedrooms. Personal chef and housekeeping includes. Wifi, air-conditioning, Tv-sat,centralized music system,gym,parking,laundry. The space At the foot of Mount Pisano, in the valley of Vorno, (6 km from Lucca) is situated this beautiful typical Tuscan farmhouse, immersed among olive groves. In front of the house, a wooden bridge over a small pond leads to a lovely private tree-shaded island. The property was home to the famous architect Felice Matteucci who invented the first stroke engine (prototype to the modern day motor car) in his on-site workshop. He lived in the house from 1808 to 1887 where he conducted his most important scientific researches. Matteucci was the son to the renowned minister of Justice of the Republic of Lucca and the noblewoman Angiola Tomei Albiani. During the centuries the house has hosted many fancy events and noble ceremonies. Today it's a charming villa rental with 6 beautiful bedroom with bathroom ensuite. Also,its beautiful and magnificent park is perfectly suited for wedding parties and social events. A place rich in history and traditions equipped with all modern comforts: wifi, air-conditioning, centralized music system and sat.TV Casa Matteucci offers elegant accommodations renovated with extreme care for details. Your reservation includes a personal chef and housekeeping. Outdoor facilities feature a beautiful swimming pool with sun loungers and deck chairs, a superb alfresco dining area with BBQ and a romantic jasmine gazebo perfect to enjoy a refreshing cocktail while watching the sunset. The two floors farmhouse offers accommodations full of charm with rustic yet elegant details, such as the original terracotta floors and wooden beamed ceilings. Ground floor: a huge living room with sat.TV and DVD player and a nice leisure room with sofas and board games. The beautiful living room has access to the outside dining area and to the park. The kitchen is fully equipped with a centre island perfect for cooking lessons. On this floor there is also a nice laundry room with washing machine and dryer. Guests will benefit from a fancy fitness room. First floor: 6 marvellous bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Every bedroom has a queen size bed except one where it is possible to have twin beds (can be converted into Queen). Two rooms can accomodate an extra bed for an additional charge. Thanks to the extra beds, Casa Matteucci can accomodate up to 14 people. Baby cot is available at extra fee of 122 euro per week. Every bedroom has air conditioning, heating system and a safe. Some bedrooms overlook the pond, others the garden, swimming pool and olive groves. Every bathroom has a shower and some a bath tub. Casa Matteucci is a place where you will find peace of mind while having fun time with your family. Get a relaxing massage looking at the sunset by the swimming pool or enjoy an entertaining group cooking lesson, taste the flavours of our territory through a fine wine tasting. On request at extra charge you can also benefit from our extra service, making your stay really unique and unforgettable. Guest access Guests can access to the entire villa and they have lots of outdorr facilities -Pool (14m x 7m) with sun beds -Alfresco dining area -barbecue -private garden -Private lake -Private parking -Gazebo -gated property Other things to note We'll do our utmost for making your stay perfect and we are at your disposal for any request. We can organize cooking lesson (min. 6 people). The Tuscan typical Kitchen is fully equipped and it s perfect for any kind of preparation. Also, we can organize wine, oil and ice-cream tasting (min.6 people). Relax in the spacious and majestic living area or enjoy the fitness room; let yourself be cuddled by a rejuvenating massage (at extra charge); taste the traditional, fragrant aromas of our territory at dinner time with a selection of the best local products; have a rest by the pool under the flower gazebo. Tuscany at its best! A personal Chef is at your completely disposal for preparation of breakfast and one meal (lunch or dinner) 6 days a week(Wednesday day off). Cost of groceries not included. Customers will be charged 12 euro per breakfast per person and 40 euro per meat meal or 45 euro per fish meal per person to cover the cost of food and beverages. Maid service includes (sunday off) It s very difficult to find an accomodation with so many services and amenities. Casa Matteucci is inside a private estate with a private lake: relax yourself walking around the property and reach the private pond with its elegant white swans. Baby cot is available at extra charge of 122 euro per week Registration details IT046007B48UHPF8CL