Villa Maestosa
Key Highlights
- The parkland surrounding this villa is stunning – ornate gardens, ancient trees, pretty fountains and a small lake with swans
- Musicians will love the piano by the balcony in the romantic music room
- Enjoy family evenings with games and pizza from the wood-burning oven in the cellar lounge
- Wander out to a couple of restaurants or head a little further into historic Lucca, just 5km away
- Florence and Pisa are perfect days out or spend the day by the Tuscan coast with Viareggio within half an hour
**Property Licence number 046007CAV0040**
Villa Interiors
Garden Level
- Living room with TV
- 2 x dining rooms
- Office/library
- Kitchen, well-equipped including dishwasher, oven, fridge, freezer, microwave, blender, kettle, toaster and Nespresso machine
Main/First Floor
- Main living room (with doors leading to stairs to the garden)
- Music room with piano
- Small kitchenette (for staff)
- Bathroom with jacuzzi tub
- Bedroom with double bed (180x200cm) and en suite bathroom with shower
- Bedroom with double bed (170x210cm) and en suite bathroom with shower
- Bedroom with double bed (170x210cm) and en suite bathroom with shower
Top Floor
- Living room with TV
- Guest WC
- Bedroom with twin beds (120x190cm each) and en suite bathroom with shower
- Bedroom with small French bed, mezzanine level and en suite bathroom with shower
- Bedroom with double bed (170x200cm) and en suite bathroom with shower
- Bedroom with twin beds (120x190cm each) and en suite bathroom with shower
Cellar
- Games room with sofas, board games and table football
- Kitchen, well-equipped including wood-burning pizza oven
- Laundry room
Outside Grounds
- Swimming pool (22x10m, depth: 1.2-3m) with diving board and flood-lighting. Open approximately May to September and can be fenced on request.
- Outdoor shower
- Al-fresco dining areas
- Barbecue
- Italian gardens
- Gazebo
- Water features and stream
- 2 x ponds (with swans)
- Enclosed grounds with electric gate
- Parking
- Access to helicopter pad
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning (bedrooms only)
- Fans
- Heating
- Fireplaces (x3)
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Sound system
- Board games
- Table football
- Library
- Wine cellar
- Hairdryers
- Safes
- Washing machine and dryer
The setting of this elegant abode is quite special – ornate Italian gardens, century-old trees, a sweet-scented jasmine pergola and the sound of trickling fountains as you stroll along the paths and lawns. A stream runs into two small lakes, a perfect spot for relaxing as the swans gracefully swim by. Then of course there’s the delightful swimming pool, ideal for long summer days and beautifully flood-lit at night.
Step inside and discover the unique character of each of the floors. Walk up the villa’s grand steps up to the first floor living room, a place of charm and beauty with its frescoed walls and ornate furnishings. Next door the romantic music room features a piano by the balcony whilst a jacuzzi bathroom adds another touch of luxury. On this level there are three grand bedrooms, each with king-size beds, air-conditioning and en suite shower rooms.
There are four further bedrooms on the top floor, again with air-conditioning and en suite shower rooms, yet these ones more traditional in style, show-casing Tuscan character with wood-beams, old-fashioned furnishings and pretty little windows peeping out to the glorious grounds.
Finally, there’s the comfortable ground floor with its dining rooms, lounge, library and Tuscan kitchen, as well as steps leading down to the cellar, a perfect place for family fun playing cards and table football whilst enjoying pizza from the wood-burning oven.
Feast with family and friends in one of the two al-fresco dining areas, perhaps prepared by the villa’s chef who is available for breakfast and either lunch or an evening meal. Maid service is also included most days and there are all sorts of extras that can be arranged from cookery classes and wine tasting to personalised itineraries and private tours when exploring the local region.
Indeed, there is so much to discover across this alluring part of northern Tuscany. Start off in Lucca with its gorgeous historic centre and fascinating city walls, then visit pretty nearby villages such as Collodi, San Miniato or the spa-town of Montecatini-Terme. Pisa and Florence are also ideal for amazing day trips or head to the coast for beaches, watersports and summer lidos in Viareggio, just half an hour away.
If you are seeking Tuscan nature at its very best, explore the landscapes of Monte Pisano, head north for kayaking and hiking in Garfagna. Or simply spend time at Villa Maestosa and relax in the historic and tranquil gardens of this majestic home.
- Villa Maestosa shares the same estate as Villa Le Fontane. Each villa has its own grounds and swimming pool.
- Air-conditioning is featured in the bedrooms only.
- With the stream, ponds/lakes and other water features in the grounds, small children will need to be supervised.
- 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 and prices.
Oliver's Extras
- Maid Service Included
- Chef/Cook Included
- Pre-Stocked Fridge Available
- Cooking Classes Available
- Wine-Tasting Available
- Transfers Available
- Breakfast Available
- On-Site Concierge
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
- Babysitting / childcare services
Extras included at this property:
- Daily maid service (except Sundays)
- 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. Please enquire for more details)
- 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)
- Racket and ball hire for tennis court on owner's second estate, 2.5km away (€30 per hour)
- 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 questionWith the exquisite frescoed salon and enchanting music room with its grand piano by the balcony, Italian romance exudes from this beautiful Tuscan residence which dates back many years. If celebrating with just a handful of closest family or friends, a magical ceremony and reception can be set up inside this historic home.
Yet Villa Maestosa is also all about its spectacular parkland – the perfect setting for a larger event across the glorious gardens and grounds. Ancient fountains, century-old trees, historic paths and beautiful greenery make this the perfect venue for your special day, not to mention the wonderfully scented jasmine covered gazebo and idyllic lake with its gliding swans.
Indoor Capacity - 16
Outdoor Capacity - 150
Wedding Ceremony
There is a small chapel in the estate at the gates of one of the other estate's villas, Villa Monte Pisano (a 5-minute drive away) which has room for up to 30-40 guests. Alternatively, a small ceremony can be hosted inside the villa (16 people) or for a larger event a service can be set up in a number of spots across the glorious gardens.
An English-speaking celebrant can be arranged.
Wedding Reception
Inside the beautiful villa there is space for up to 16 people for a reception whilst outside up to 150 guests can be hosted.
A marquee can also be hired in the grounds on request if desired.
Additional Fees for Events
The venue charges an Events fee to be paid direct, please enquire for further details.
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.
Where To Stay
14 people can stay at Villa Maestosa whilst 24-26 guests can stay at Villa Le Fontane in the same estate, subject to availability and minimum stay restrictions.
The owner’s second estate, around 2.5km away, features San Colombano (12 guests), Villa Flavus (15-19 guests) and Villa Monte Pisano (22-26 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.
Venue Accessibility
There are limited public transportation options. There is complimentary parking for up to 20 cars. The venue has limited accessibility for wheelchairs - please enquire for more details.
Venue Back-Up
Tents can be set up outdoors for rain.
Wedding Suppliers
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.
Flexibility on Duration
There is a one week minimum stay in high season and a three night stay at all other times.
Children
Children are welcome, and the venue offers supervised childcare.
Noise Restrictions
Music should be turned off by midnight.
Other Information
There are no restrictions on decoration and themes - bring your creative ideas!
The venue has on-site security personnel throughout the wedding.
Please note weddings can also be organised at any of the owner's five villas we feature - Villa Le Fontane in the same estate or Villa Monte Pisano, Villa Flavus or San Colombano 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.
