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Romantic Tuscany villa with private pool in stunning location, complete privacy.

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Shower, hair dryer, bidet, towels

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Castiglione di Garfagnana, Tuscany
  • Duomo
    9 min drive
  • Apuan Alps
    11 min drive
  • Parco Avventura Selva del Buffardello
    16 min drive
  • Lucca (LCV)
    62 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Romantic Tuscany villa with private pool in stunning location, complete privacy.

"Friends of Tuscany Ltd." manage all aspects of your villa booking with tailored information to get the most from your holiday. We can help to arrange a shopping delivery service, home made meal on arrival, wine tours, children’s activities, wild swimming spots, festivals, events, and restaurant recommendations based on our personal knowledge of the area built up over 30 years.

This beautiful little stone and chestnut cottage is stunningly located in the heart of the Garfagnana with the most wonderful views of open countryside and mountains. The cottage is situated in a very private position, providing romantic accommodation for a couple or small family.

The little house was constructed a few years ago in the traditional way, using local natural materials. Internally, the house, has beamed ceilings throughout, and has the benefit of an open fireplace.

The house is located near the historic village of Castiglione, in a raised area 1.5 kms from the village with views of the Garfagnana and the surrounding mountains including the famous "Uomo Morto"

Approached up a narrow country lane, the house has a private gated entrance, about 150,00 square meters of garden with BBQ, firepit and outdoor oven, hammock, private pool dimensions 6.50 x 3.50 m wide with surrounding paving.

Inside the cottage there is a kitchen, bathroom, utility room on the ground floor and double bedroom and bedroom with bunk bed on the first floor. There are also large porches on both sides of the house. The garden is very well cared for, the pool is new with lovely terracotta tiles. There are fantastic views of the famous mountains. It is only 2km to the centre of Castiglione, a famous medieval village, which has 3 restaurants and bars.

Casa Metato has a delightful atmosphere of peace and quality. This jewel of a retreat is an ideal spot for couples and small families looking for a totally peaceful holiday with amazing views, yet within easy reach of local tourist activities, restaurants, markets and shops.

The agency Friends of Tuscany will provide you with detailed information and recommendations of things to do in the local area.

Garfagnana is 'Hidden Tuscany' at its best. With its' stunning scenery it is the best area in Tuscany for walking and outdoor activities.

Friends of Tuscany are the longest running agency in the area, and we have close ties with an Outdoor Activities company who offer many international class adventures.

We can also help you arrange Art classes with a well known artist, excursions to the Cinque Terre, Florence and Lucca, visits to vineyards, historical guided tours to Florence and Lucca, and Italian cooking lessons.

We can help you arrange a pre-arrival shopping service.

Follow the Friends of Tuscany Facebook page for information and recommendations on the best events and activities in the area
Our customers tell us they enjoy the overall property condition at this cottage. During your stay, you'll be close to Pontecosi Lake. An outdoor pool and a spa tub are available. Free WiFi and a private pool are available in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a private pool, a kitchen, and a washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the spa tub
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • 9 minutes by car from Ariostesca Castle and 9 minutes from Duomo
This cottage offers its guests an outdoor pool and a spa tub. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at this cottage.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Castiglione di Garfagnana cottage.

Property manager

Friends of Tuscany Ltd

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 861 sq ft (80 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic vacation rental
The small house is in a secluded spot with fantastic views of Castiglione and the mountains, both from the terrace as well as the bedroom. The outdoor pool and jacuzzi were a really nice addition. The owners welcomed us with traditional food and wine, which was very unexpected but very welcome when we arrived in the late afternoon. They also provided us with a lot of recommendations regarding both restaurants and fun things to do in the area. We highly recommend the house and plan to be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Property
We stayed here for one week , from September 9th-16th. When we arrived the owner greeted us, as we were slightly early. He was extremely helpful and the property/views were truly amazing. We could not fault our stay at this property, the weather also helped as it was sunny and warm everyday. Well worth a visit. Locally there are restaurants with amazing food, the owner has a list of recommendations. We particularly enjoyed the restaurant Il Pozzo in one of the local towns
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Villa in Beautiful Location
We had a lovely week staying here. The villa is well equipped and situated in a good location, close to local amenities such as restaurants and supermarkets. The view from the rear of the property overlooks the beautiful valley and mountains. There are many things to see and do within a 10-30min drive from the villa. Gabriele the owner along with his father were extremely helpful and on hand if they were needed. Would recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

philip c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place...
Loved it, we had a great time, can’t fault the property or facilities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous location
We had an outstanding fortnight here. A little miscommunication on getting in where we didn’t get a new number sent by email whilst we were en route but generally the team were on hand and couldn’t have been more helpful. It really is a lovely area and the property has stunning views. Home and Away website mentions a living room but the description itself is accurate. There isn’t one. Not quite sure where you’d sit if there was poor weather but we didn’t have that issue. Maybe more than one sun lounger would be useful too But these are minor matters. It’s a gem of a place, very private but just up the road from a lovely historic village with facilities. What a terrace to relax and have a swim with that view. Enjoy the sun rise on the mountains from the bedroom windows. And the dawn chorus is deafening. We loved it!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

liz H.

Amazing view with fantastic pool and pizza oven!
Had a wonderful time staying at Gabriele's place. House was nice and the outside area was fantastic. Gabriele and his family were very welcoming. The view was spectacular and we had lots of fun cooking in the pizza oven.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Urlaub
Sehr schönes Urlaubshaus
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Erholsamer Aufenthalt mit toller Aussicht
Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in diesem kleinen Ferienhaus sehr genossen. Die Lage ist ruhig und die Aussicht auf die umliegenden Berge war wirklich schön. Besonders der Pool hat uns gut gefallen, da man von dort aus direkt auf die Natur blicken kann. Das Haus ist kompakt, aber gut ausgestattet. Alles war sauber und ordentlich, und wir hatten alles, was wir für einen entspannten Urlaub brauchten. Die Einrichtung ist schlicht und funktional. Besonders gut fanden wir, dass die Gastgeber freundlich und hilfsbereit waren, ohne aufdringlich zu sein. Insgesamt eine empfehlenswerte Unterkunft für alle, die nach Ruhe und einer schönen Landschaft suchen.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ine s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lief huisje met volledige privacy
We hebben een heerlijke week gehad in dit knusse huisje met zijn tweeën. Goed geoutilleerd, prachtig uitzicht, heerlijk veel ruimte buiten zowel in als uit de zon. Gabriele is een geweldige gastheer. Tip: eten bij Ristorante Col d’Arciana.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Italien Urlaub 👌
Wir waren 2 Wochen mit unseren Hunden dort und wir haben es sehr genossen:) Nur ein kleiner Nachteil wo niemand was für kann …waren die Bremsen und die Mücken
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jochen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best holiday
We spent three weeks in this lovely house with our two kids (9 and 13 years old). Everything was just perfect - the house is hidden in the forest, so it's really private. The pool is awesome and the whirlpool, too. The house inside is small but really nice, cosy, clean and has everything you need. The owners are very friendly and helpful. The welcomed us warmly and prepared some Tuscan food on the patio for us. The cleaned the pool every few days when we were not there (they always told us before) and we got new towels and linen every week. There are nice restaurants nearby (you can reach them by car within 5-10 minutes). We also tried the pizza oven in the garden a few times, really special! We definitely recommend the holiday house!
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie G., Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness
Hervorragend
Haus top! Pool wird gereinigt!Umgebung toll ! Super freundlicher Vermieter.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul b., Breda

Liked: Cleanliness
Prachtig in alle opzichten !
Een prachtig verblijf ! Ontvangen door geweldige mensen die hun passie stoppen in hun verblijf ! Alles was goed, de plek, omgeving en alle faciliteiten waren geweldig. Een echt vakantie gevoel kreeg je in het huis wat heel schoon was en alles werkte en was aanwezig. Voor ons een tien !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Udo H., Mannheim

Liked: Cleanliness
Schönes kleines Haus mit sehr schöner Außenanlage
Wir hatten zwei sehr schöne Urlaubswochen im Juni, zu zweit mit unseren Hunden. Das Haus ist sehr gepflegt und wertig möbliert. Die Außenanlage mit Pool und Stühlen, Liegestühlen und liegen ist hochwertig und sehr gepflegt. Der Besitzer reinigt regelmäßig, die Bettwäsche wird nach einer Woche gewechselt, ohne dass man etwas tun muss. Das ist sehr guter Service. Reklamationen werden kurzfristig erledigt. Allerdings sind die angegebenen 80 m² keine Wohnfläche. Diese würden wir auf etwa 60 m² schätzen. Die Zimmer sind insgesamt sehr klein, in der Küche durch den großen Tisch auch wenig Platz. Dadurch fehlt es auch an bequemen Sitzmöbeln. Was man noch wissen muss, ist, dass das Grundstück für Hunde, die eventuell weglaufen, nicht gut geeignet ist. Außerdem führt direkt unterhalb des Hauses die Straße zum Pass entlang, die an Wochenenden sehr stark von Autos und vor allem Motorrädern frequentiert ist. Abends und Nacht ist es dann wieder sehr ruhig und angenehm.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wirklich traumhaftes Häuschen in absoluter Alleinlage
Wir haben das Haus vor Ort exakt wie auf den Bildern gezeigt angetroffen - es ist sehr liebevoll restauriert und aufwendig ausgebaut. Uns hat insbesondere der wunderschöne Pool und die tolle Außenküche gefallen - die Pizza aus dem Holzofen war sensationell! Die Vermieter waren überaus freundlich und jederzeit per WhattsApp für Fragen für uns erreichbar. Insgesamt ein sehr schöner und erholsamer Aufenthalt.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jörg T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolut traumhaft!
Das Haus, die Umgebung und sehr nette und professionelle Gastgeber. Besser geht's nicht.!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesper Krogh N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning mountain house
This place is something unique! Perfect location, fantastic house and even better host.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernd S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schöner Platz in den Bergen
Sehr freundlicher Empfang durch Gabriele und seine Familie incl. „welcome plate“ mit Wurst, Käse, Obst und Wein. Super sauber und gepflegt. Alles vorhanden und in guter Qualität. Wir würden das Haus für 2 Personen empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabine U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schönes abgelegenes Häuschen
Sehr sehr netter Vermieter, der immer erreichbar war bei Fragen. Abgelegenes aber wunderschönes Grundstück und Haus, genau wie auf den Bildern. Das Haus ist klein aber für 4 Pers. gerade noch ausreichend (v.a. kleines Bad). Alles sauber und schön, gut gepflegt. Tolle Umgebung mit vielen Freizeitmöglichkeiten.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martijn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Prachtige afgelegen woning
We hebben een heerlijke tijd gehad in Casa Metato. Het huisje is precies groot genoeg voor gezin van 4, maar vooral buiten is het prachtig met zwembad en jacuzzi met uitzicht op de bergen. Dank Gabriele en familie voor de ontvangst en gastvrijheid!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giannina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein wunderschöner Ort!
Traumhaft. Hatte bereits eine ausgezeichnete Rezension geschrieben. Tolle Familie, super Haus und wunderschöne Gegend. Wir als vierköpfige Familie hatten eine entspannte Familienzeit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katja F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place with an amazing host
We had a great time with the Object. We were very warmly welcomed by the host and his family. There was great tiramisu, fruit, cold drinks and snacks to welcome us. This was followed by a brief info on all the important points around the house. The pizza oven, the pool and the fireplace together with the great and cozy outdoor area we liked very much. The property is a bit hidden so privacy is guaranteed, however the driveway is still a bit adventurous the first few times. Everything necessary can be found in the immediate vicinity, but a car is necessary. Many thanks to Gabriele, who was always helpful with questions, even via WhatsApp.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Simone M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice holiday
We had a very good stay! A very nice place in a beautiful area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Herbert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Liebevoll gestaltetes Anwesen
Wunderschönes und liebevoll gestaltetes Häuschen mit Pool inmitten der Natur aber nicht allzu weit weg von Ort und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten. Netter Vermieter der immer mit Tipps aufwartet und per WhatsApp erreichbar ist.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Godfried W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Het huisje en voorzieningen zijn prima bij mooi weer.
Helaas hebben wij tijdens ons verblijf van 2 weken, maar 1 dag gehad zonder regen. Dan mis je wel een comfortabele zit binnen. Alles wordt uitstekend onderhouden ( zwembad, jacuzzi etc. ) regelmatig ap contact met eigenaar. Heel vriendelijke ontvangst met apperative + uitleg over gebruik.Veel info over de omgeving. Ze leefden ook echt mee met de voor hun ook slechte weersomstandigheden zij vonden het jammer maar kunnen er ook niets aan doen. Bij mooi warm weer uitstekend verblijf.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023