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With a fantastic panorama and south
facing, making it perfect for winter breaks as well
as summer ones, Tenuta Mugnani combines local tradition
with every modern comfort.
 Tenuta
Mugnani is set in the hills of Lucca which are renowned
for their natural splendor as well as for the art and
architecture nestled amongst them. One such splendor
is Antica casale Mugnani, a classic 16th century Tuscan
farm house, set amongst ancient olive groves with awe
inspiring panoramic views.
The main house and one of it’s
out buildings have been converted into five holiday
apartments, each one imbued with it’s own style
and character. All furnished with style and taste, combining
local tradition and every modern comfort.
In the large garden which surrounds
the property there is a swimming-pool, also with fabulous
views, a solarium, an antique stone fountain, a barbecue
area and a play-area for children.
ACCOMODATION: The five apartments are all furnished with flair and
great attention to detail,  combining stylish antique
furnishings with modern comforts, including satellite
television, dishwashers and hair dryers.
Click on the name of each apartment
for more information:
- Timo (sleeps 2);
- Melissa (sleeps 2);
- Camomilla (sleeps 4);
- Lavanda (sleeps 5);
- Salvia (sleeps 5).
THE GARDEN AND SURROUNDING
ENVIROMENT: A large garden surrounds the property
and provides an idyllic setting for al fresco dining.
The swimming pool, (6m x 12m or about 20 x 39 ft.) is
well furnished with sun lounges, tables and chairs and
takes advantage of the breathtaking views.
An
antique stone water basin provides an interesting water
feature and a barbecue and a play-area for children
complete your perfect holiday  destination.
LOCATION: Tenuta
Mugnani is near to Lucca as well as with easy reach
of most important Tuscan places of interest. The nearest
airport is Pisa, about 35 minutes in the car. Florence
airport is one hour and Rome 3 hours.
The nearest village is Marlia (4 Km),
where you can find all kinds of shops and a supermarket.
The nearest restaurant and a little grocery shop is
within walking distance at less than 1 km.
Distances: Marlia 4 km, Lucca
12 km, Collodi (Pinocchio's Park) 16 km, Versilia 35
km, Carrara 42 km, Pisa 32 km, Florence 75 km.
HISTORY: The house dates from the sixteenth century,
evidence of the wealth of the silk merchants who had
made Lucca famous throughout Europe from 1300 onwards.  The property has seen various changes
over the years but recently the owners have worked hard
to restore it to its original concept using as much
as possible local materials such as chestnut beams,
terracotta floors and the local stone "la pietra
di Matraia".
OTHER FACILITIES AVAILABLE
NEAR BY: Horse riding 5km, Tennis courts 6km.
Golf 14km, Beaches (Versilia) 35km, Pinocchio's Park
for Children 16km.
Nature lovers
can go for long walks through woods, vineyards and olive
groves. Nearby are old churches, historic villas and
farms where you can sample local produce and, perhaps,
follow the “Strada del Vino”, a route tracking
the wine production of the area. Trips to the mountain
areas of the Apuana Alps and Appenines can be made and
some fascinating towns are within easy reach –
Lucca evidently but also Pisa, Florence, Pistoia –
all of historic and artistic interest.The beaches at
Versilia are about 20 minutes away by car and, for children's
entertainment, Pinocchios Park is about 10 minutes drive
away.
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