San Colombano
Key Highlights
- Dine al-fresco under the jasmine covered gazebo or overlooking the flood-lit swimming pool
- Relax under an ancient tree on your private island in the villa’s small lake
- Each of the classic bedrooms features air-conditioning and has its own en suite bathroom
- The beautiful and historic town of Lucca is just 6km away whilst even closer you can walk to a couple of restaurants and a small village
- Visit Florence, Pisa and idyllic Tuscan villages as well as the lively beaches around Viareggio
Villa Interiors
Ground Floor
- Large living room with satellite TV, DVD player, desk and board games. Doors lead to gardens
- Dining room with table for up to 14 guests
- Kitchen, fully equipped including central island, oven, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, ice-maker, Nespresso machine, kettle, microwave and blender
- Laundry room
- Guest WC
- Bedroom with double bed and ensuite bathroom
First Floor (split-level)
- Bedroom with double bed (170x200cm) and en suite bathroom with bath and shower
- Bedroom with double bed (170x200cm) and en suite bathroom with shower
- Bedroom with double bed (170x200cm) and en suite bathroom with shower
- Bedroom with double bed (170x200cm) and en suite bathroom with bath/shower
- Bedroom with double bed (170x200cm) and en suite bathroom with bath/shower
- Bedroom with twin beds (80x190cm each, can be converted to a double) and en suite bathroom with shower
Please note most bathrooms are inward facing
It is possible to request an extra bed (charges apply) for two of the bedrooms
Outside Grounds
- Swimming pool (12x6m, depth: 1.5m) with flood-lighting, open approximately May to September. Can be fenced on request
- Sun-loungers and deck chairs
- Al-fresco dining terrace
- Barbecue
- Gazebo
- Large pond/lake
- Private parking
- Fenced grounds with electric gate
- Access to helicopter pad
- Access to estate’s shared tennis court
- Chapel (at neighbouring villa gates)
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Air-conditioning (bedrooms)
- Fans
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Film library
- Music sound system
- Board games
- Play house
Sleeping up to 14 guests across seven classical bedrooms, each one with air-conditioning and its own en suite bathroom, this is an inviting holiday home for family and friends wanting to spend time together in spacious surroundings. The elegant living area with satellite TV, the grand domed dining room with French windows leading to the garden and the traditional Tuscan kitchen all offer everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
You can sense the heritage of the villa all around you – in the 19th century it belonged to a famous engineer who created the first working engine in his workshop in the grounds and continued his scientific studies across this home. Nowadays you are more likely to work-out in the fitness room, take advantage of the on-site chef who can prepare breakfast and lunch or dinner for you and enjoy the luxury of almost daily maid service whilst appreciating the historic importance of this beautiful casa.
The jasmine-covered gazebo is an enchanting spot for al-fresco lunches seeking shade from the summer sun or spend evenings dining by the flood-lit swimming pool, accompanied by fine Tuscan food and excellent local wine. Find a moment of solitude as you wander over the lake’s wooden bridge to your own private island with its peaceful bench perched under a century-old tree. In the meantime, families of all ages will love the shared tennis court and football field and the owners can arrange bike hire for you all.
There is a small village and a couple of restaurants within walking distance whilst the stunning town of Lucca is only a ten-minute drive away. Cycle or stroll along its historic walls, discover fine examples of some of Italy’s most wonderful medieval and Renaissance architecture and dine in characterful restaurants found in hidden piazzas or down picturesque lanes.
Pisa and Florence are also superb for magnificent days out or spend time visiting enchanting Tuscan villages and towns filled with historic charm such as Collodi, San Miniato and Empoli. Even the blue-flagged beaches of the Versilia coastline can be reached in half an hour or cross the border into Liguria to discover the romantic villages and shores of the Cinque Terre.
If you can tear yourself away from the glorious gardens of San Colombano, there is so much to discover in this wonderful part of central Italy.
- San Colombano is part of a large estate featuring four holiday homes including Villa Flavus and Villa Monte Pisano. Each villa has its own grounds and swimming pool.
- Air-conditioning is available in the bedrooms only.
- If travelling with children, please note the gardens feature a small lake (with a bridge and island).
- An optional chef service is included to prepare breakfast and either lunch or an evening meal and guests pay a set charge to cover the cost of the food. Please see the 'Extras' tab for further details.
- Two extra beds are available for an extra charge, to be requested in advance if required.
- Please note that the use of any external caterers and/or contractors is not permitted.
- Walking distance to a restaurant however please note that some parts of the route do not have pavements
Oliver's Extras
- Maid Service Included
- Chef/Cook Available
- Pre-Stocked Fridge Available
- Cooking Classes Available
- Transfers Available
- Breakfast Available
- On-Site Concierge
- Complimentary mid-week clean
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Extras included at this property:
- Daily maid service (except Sundays)
- Optional daily chef service for preparation of breakfast and lunch or dinner, except Wednesdays (please note guests will have to pay for the cost of food and beverages. Enquire for rates)
- Concierge service (on-site or on-call)
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- Extra maid service
- Extra catering/chef service
- Staff service
- Driver service
- Personal grocery shopping
- Bike hire (on-site)
- Local activities and excursions
- Guided tours
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Weddings & Events Information
Ask a questionThis historic home provides a wonderful backdrop for your Tuscan wedding at San Colombano, alongside the enchanting landscapes surrounding the foothills of Monte Pisano.
If you are planning an intimate celebration, the elegant interiors offer charm and character whilst outside there is ample space for a larger event with guests marvelling at the scenery around them from the glorious gardens.
There are some picture-perfect places for your photographs – when the jasmine is in full bloom the gazebo is such a romantic spot or wander over the little wooden bridge and pose under the century-old tree by the little lake, beautifully lit up as stars fill the clear skies above you.
Wedding Reception
Inside the beautiful villa there is space for up to 30-40 people for a reception whilst outside up to 200 guests can be accommodated.
There are no restrictions on how late music can be played inside the villa but it must be turned off by midnight if outside.
A marquee can also be hired in the grounds on request if desired.
Wedding Ceremony
There is a small chapel in the estate at the gates of one of the other villas, Villa Monte Pisano, which has room for up to 30-40 guests. Alternatively, a small ceremony can be hosted inside the villa (20-30 people) or for a larger event a service can be set up in a number of spots across the glorious gardens (for up to 200 guests).
An English-speaking celebrant can be arranged.
Where to Stay
12 people can stay at San Colombano whilst many other guests can reside in one of the two separate villas we feature on the same estate (Villa Flavus for up to 15-19 guests and Villa Monte Pisano for up to 22-26 guests), subject to availability and minimum stay restrictions.
The owner’s second estate, around 2.5km away, features Villa Maestosa (14 guests) and Villa Le Fontane (24-26 guests).
Alternatively, there are many hotels and villas in and around Lucca (within a 5-10 minute drive away). The owner has their own transportation company that can be used to drive guests to and from the venue.
Wedding Planning
The owners prefer to use their own wedding planners for the event.
If you wish to use your own then you must request this in advance and permission may be given in some circumstances.
Catering
The owners prefer for clients to use their own experienced caterers (in-house and external suppliers). A number of options are available such as aperitivi, formal sit-down meals, dessert buffets, after dinner fruit tables and more.
If you would like to use your own caterers then this must be requested in advance for approval. There is no corkage fee if you wish to provide your own wine but again, this is on request only.
Other Information
Other services that can be arranged on request include hair-dressing, make-up artists, photographers and film-makers, wedding cakes, flowers, table décor, musicians (harpists, live jazz etc), DJs and children entertainers/nannies.
Any other external suppliers can only be used with permission.
Please note weddings can also be organised at any of the owner's five villas we feature - Villa Monte Pisano and Villa Flavus in the same estate or Villa Maestosa and Villa Le Fontane in a separate estate around a 5-minute drive away. Please see the "Events" tab for each individual villa.
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.
All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.
