Originally built for a farmer and property owner in the 16th century, Casa Luteus is a typical Tuscan country home with plenty of history and character. The spacious property enjoys a wonderful position surrounded by countryside with a spectacular view of the Lucca valley and olive groves and farmland so typical of this part of Tuscany.
Spread over three floors and featuring an abundance of space for large groups and families, it boasts six bedrooms sleeping up to 12 guests, two living rooms, and a sitting room for socialising. Bright, elegant and drenched in colour, the bedrooms are characterised by beds draped in floral-printed valances and sash windows that let you bask in the sun. One double bedroom can be found on the mezzanine floor, whilst the other five bedrooms are on the first floor. There are two large suites that feature two bedrooms in each one and an additional separate twin bedroom. These incredibly restful spaces are matched in comfort by the several living rooms, while mealtimes are made cosy at the large dining table under a charming wood-beamed ceiling.
The views from the pool and the terrace are simply stunning, and they offer a front-row seat to a panorama of olive and pine groves dotted with terracotta roofs of surrounding villas and farms. There is also a small pool hut with a kitchenette to enjoy your favourite meals and snacks al-fresco.
When it’s time to venture outside, head to Lucca for a lovely walk around its beautiful historic centre of palazzos, squares, Romanesque churches and handsome fortifications. Here you can also find shops, restaurants and local amenities.
Tuscany’s largest lake, Lago di Massaciuccoli, is also just a 45-minute drive away, fantastic for cooling down near the water on a sunny day. Full of natural scenery, it features stilt-raised walkways that lead to small huts, beaches and a green pine forest.
If you’d like to try some wonderful seafood, drive for 1 hour to visit Livorno and walk around its waterside promenade before reaching the modern harbour and finding the perfect spot to have dinner and watch the sun slip behind the horizon.
Another must-visit is Florence, the Tuscan capital famous worldwide for its wonderful art and Renaissance architecture. Easy to reach in just over one hour by car, it’s filled with centuries-old buildings, prestigious statues such as Michelangelo’s David, an array of world-class museums, and a bustling dining scene.
