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Design house in Tuscan style surrounded by nature

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Dining
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Pescaglia
  • Chestnut Museum
    13 min drive
  • Teatrino di Vetriano
    14 min drive
  • Apuan Alps
    26 min drive
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)
    60 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Design house in Tuscan style surrounded by nature

Surrounded by the nature of the Val Pedogna, near the natural park of the Alpi Apuane, in a secluded and quiet position, the Residence “Ai Sorbi” is a perfect place for a relaxing holiday. The entire property has been recently renovated and equipped with elegant furniture, with the typical Tuscan architecture mixed up with a modern style. The owner Andrea Salvetti is an artist who built this home with the help of some of the best designers (E.Sottsass, G.Pesce,A.Ciffo etc.). Moreover, the position of the house is really perfect, since it is surrounded by the nature of a valley but 22 km away from Lucca and 35 km away from the sea. You can easily reach the Garfagnana, with its typical products (porcino mushrooms, chestnuts flour and hulled wheat), as well as Pisa, Florence, Siena and other Tuscan destinations. The stone swimming pool is 13x6 m and you can get to the property through 500 m of a paved road.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Chestnut Museum. Enjoy features like an outdoor pool. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • 13 minutes by car from Chestnut Museum and 14 minutes from Teatrino di Vetriano
This vacation home offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Patrizia Grotti

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Ping pong table
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golf on site

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Recycling
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Unit size: 1184 sq ft (110 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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.
Property Registration Number IT046022B55M9HGB7O

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 EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Design house in Tuscan style surrounded by nature Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 73 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 73 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great stay, it was quite remote but that’s what we wanted so great for us
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Simon T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Design House - Serore
There are two properties at this location, we stayed in the standoff farmhouse nearest the drive. A wonderful quirky Italian farmhouse which is well looked after. The views are incredible and are not easily surpassed. This property does not have aircon or WIFI but is equipped with fans and window shutters. WIFI signal is available if you approach the main farmhouse property. There is a lovely swimming pool which is shared between the two properties, it is well maintained and does not feel cluttered. The views and peacefulness of the location are outstanding and is ideal for an escape from normality. Not necessarily ideal for teenagers unless they are content with limited outside contact - but for adults wanting a relaxing and peaceful holiday it is ideal. Our host Patrizia is very friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. You will need a car for this location as walking to the nearest village is difficult given the narrow roads and hilly countryside.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie E., West Kelowna

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Italian retreat!
We enjoyed our stay in this cottage in the Italian mountains. Although weather was not the best, the fellas still tried out the outdoor pool. Our host, Patrizia was very responsive even answering our call after midnight as we were a bit lost trying to find the location in the dark. The cottage is very well equipped and the beds were very comfortable although WiFi was non existent in the unit we stayed in. Also having 2 bathrooms was a bonus with 4 adults. Overall we had a very nice stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our second stay here!
We first stayed in this property (Sorbi) 3 years ago, and returned this summer as we all had such great memories of the holiday here. We were not disappointed! The house itself is spotlessly clean with 2 bathrooms and a fully equipped kitchen. The outside space includes the beautiful pool, table tennis area in the shade and swing/ see saw area, as well as several areas with chairs and tables. The view is amazing and the quiet- just the sound of the crickets and church bells. We had a great time here with teenagers aged 13 and 15. We did day trips to Lucca, Pisa and Florence. We also spent time exploring the local area and beautiful villages. A car is essential, and take food and basic supplies with you. We highly recommend this villa!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Beautiful location although remote, well worth a visit
The house was well equipped with plenty of room, beautiful kitchen with large eating area, parts of the house are quirky but very tasteful done, the pool area was beautiful with sun beds either side, idea place for families or couples to enjoy the peaceful setting, a car is essential due to the location ideally taking basic supplies with you on arrival, large supermarket situated 15 minute drive away, found local restaurants excellent. A trip to Lucca is a must ( the walled city ) Patricia was an fabulous host nothing to much trouble
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Jackie V.

Great Place for Home Base
I loved the place. We had a family vacation and this was "home base" for two weeks while we wandered Italy. It is very modern. The owner was very accomodating. I gave it 4 out of 5 stars for two reasons - 1 - it was a bit remote if one wanted city action and 2 - There were no cleaning fluids such as dishwasher soap, very little in the way of condiments such as salt & pepper. I would highly recommend this place and may just go back again. Beautiful view of the mountains and nice & quiet after a long day out & about. Local restaurants, specifically Il Bivio, were excellent!! And little "Blackie" the kitty was a nice greeter. Loved the fact all the windows opened up for fresh air during the day. Lovely spot!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Marianne L.

Wonderful pool.
Wonderful location on top of a hill with great view of the valley! The house is beautiful, spotless clean and well equipped! In the description it says "wifi available" but it is not functional and will probably never work properly! So don't count on it or on mobile connection either. The pool is just wonderful! It's large, fresh and always clean! We loved it and spent lots of time dashing around it! Location good, short drive to supermarket and to Lucca! Would definitely recommend to anyone and would love to come back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Reinhard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ruhig und relativ schwierig zu erreichen
Eine ruhige Unterkunft, sehr nette Vermieterin, gut ausgestattetes Haus. Unternehmungen wie Spaziergänge in direkter Umgebung sind, gerade für ältere Menschen, nicht möglich. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und Restaurants sind nicht zu Fuß zu erreichen, man benötigt immer ein Fahrzeug.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christoph B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hervorragend
Wir haben eine tolle Woche im Serore verbracht. Die Lage des Hauses oben am Berg ist sehr idyllisch und für Naturliebhaber, die gerne die Ruhe und Schönheit der Natur genießen wollen. Das Highlight für unsere Kinder 13 und 14 Jahre war der große Pool, der ausgiebig genutzt wurde. Alle wichtigen Städte wie Pisa, Florenz, Livorno und Lucca sind gut mit dem Auto zu erreichen und auch ein Supermarkt liegt nicht weit weg von der Unterkunft. Die Besitzerin Patrizia ist eine sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeberin, auf alle Fragen haben wir per WhatsApp umgehend eine Antwort bekommen. Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt und können die Unterkunft sehr empfehlen. Dear Patrizia, thank you very much for the fantastic stay in Serore and your kind support at any time. It was a pleasure to meet you. Hope to see again. Best regards from Family Brenner
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschöner ruhiger Ort zum Entspannen
2 Wochen in absoluter Alleinlage auf der „kleinen Farm“… Man wohnt abgelegen von jeglichem Trubel. Man ist herzlich willkommen, mit einer überaus freundlichen und zuvorkommender Vermieterin. Man wohnt in einem kleinem Steinhaus in den toskanischen Bergen. Großer sauberer Pool inklusive separaten Liegebereich ist vorhanden. Die Anreise ist etwas ungewöhnlich, da man den letzten Kilometer auf einem Schotterweg den Berg rauf fährt. Ist aber mit jedem handelsüblichen PKW ohne Probleme zu bewerkstelligen. (Sogar mit einem 5er BMW mit M-Paket). Also sich nicht abschrecken lassen :-) Zur nächsten Einkaufsmöglchkeit (Supermarkt) muss man ein paar Kilometer fahren ( schöne Stadt Lucca). Wer zum Meer fahren möchte (z.B. nach Viareggio) muss ca. 45 km Fahrweg in Kauf nehmen (wundervoller Sandstrand).
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolles Ferienhaus inmitten der Natur
Wir hatten einen tollen Aufenthalt im Ferienhaus von Patrizia. Das Ferienhaus liegt mitten in der Natur und nur knapp 30 Minuten von Lucca mit dem Auto entfernt. Für Ausflüge in die nördliche Toskana inkl. Pisa und Florenz für uns ideal. Die letzten 200m der Anfahrt über eine steile unbefestigte Straße bzw. Schotterpiste ist zwar ein wenig abenteuerlich, aber für nicht tiefergelegte PKW auch ohne Allradantrieb durchaus zu meistern. Danke für den tollen Urlaub!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom v.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful stay
We had a very nice holiday. Beautiful house, nice swimming pool, lots of privacy. Location is beautiful, but somewhat remote. This means it takes a little longer to get there, via a challenging road. Also no reception for 4 or 5G, WiFi is limited. No problem for us, more time to read, play games and relax. Plenty to see in the area, Lucca, Pisa, Livorno, Pistoia etc. We ate at El Paso Trattoria Pizzeria in Lucca, highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rob K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustgevend vakantiehuis
Ruim en licht huis boven op een berg met goedwerkende airco. Prachtig zwembad en totale rust. Voor mensen die op zoek zijn naar rust is dit een ideale locatie. Minder geschikt voor pubers. Goede Wifi, maar verder geen bereik (telefoon/mobiele data). Muffe lucht in de slaapkamer beneden en een en ander is aan vervanging toe. Toegangsweg is zoals beschreven een uitdaging, maar het went. Als het goed is wordt de weg komende winter verbeterd volgens de gastvrouw.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schönes Ferienhaus in den Bergen
Das Ferienhaus liegt wunderschön in den Bergen nahe Lucca. Die Zufahrt geht über eine sehr kleine Straße, aber mit einem normalen Pkw ist das gut machbar. Wir wurden freundlich von Patrizia begrüßt, auch die Abreise ging ganz unkompliziert. Das Haus ist modern eingerichtet. Es gibt eine gut ausgestattete Küche mit großem Gasherd. Die Zimmer boten ausreichend Platz und die Betten waren bequem. Während unseres Aufenthalts war es recht heiß, aber die in jedem Raum vorhandenen Klimaanlagen haben gut geholfen. Zu Abkühlung gibt es auch den großen Pool, den wir ausgiebig genutzt haben und vom dem aus man einen schönen Blick in die Berglandschaft hat. In der direkten Umgebung des Ferienhauses gibt es nicht viel, nur Wald und winzige Dörfer, es ist sehr schön ruhig. Bis nach Lucca fährt man nur etwa 25 Minuten, der nächste große Supermarkt ist etwa 20 Minuten entfernt, in geringerer Entfernung gibt es auch noch eine Bäckerei und einige Restaurants. In der Umgebung gibt es auch verschiedenste Möglichkeiten für Freizeitaktivitäten, z.B. die "Grotta del vento", eine tolle Tropfsteinhöhle, diverse kleine Parks für SUP, Canyoning und vielem mehr. Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen und hoffentlich können wir noch einmal wiederkommen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Eddie G., Haarlem, Netherlands

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
A beautiful house on top of the mountain. Great views, fully equipped kitchen, good beds and a great and beautiful pool. The road to the house is not for everyone. My wife is scared of heights so that did not help. My daughter and I loved the little off road part. One point of critism: the house is a little bit smelly. Maybe because of the workshop that is attached to the house. I let Patrizia know and she told me she would address it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denis R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Belle et reposent maison
Pour profiter au calme des charmes de la Toscane dans une très belle maison niché dans un vallon verdoyant. Propriétaire bienveillante et très accueillante. A réservé sans hésitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Empfehlenswert
Der perfekte Ort zum Entspannen. Gastgeberin sehr nett, sympathisch und äußerst hilfsbereit. Vorab viele hilfreiche Tipps und Informationen um einen entspannten Urlaub verbringen zu können.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corinna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gemütliches Ferienhaus in der Natur
Wir haben eine tolle Woche in den Osterferien in Serore verbracht. Die Unterkunft hat genau unseren Geschmack getroffen, da sie ab vom Trubel auf einem wunderschönen Naturgrundstück liegt. Die Anfahrt erfolgt über ein sehr kleines Sträßchen und schließlich auch über einen Feldweg, alles aber mit einem normalen Auto gut machbar und mit der detaillierten Wegbeschreibung gut auffindbar. Wir wurden an dem Ferienhaus sehr herzlich von Patrizia empfangen und die Unterkunft war sehr sauber. Die Küche ist gut ausgestattet und auch die Betten waren für uns sehr bequem. Insbesondere nachts wurde es noch sehr kühl draußen, aber die Heizung funktionierte gut. Der Pool war um diese Jahreszeit natürlich noch nicht in Betrieb, aber die Liegestühle luden zum Erholen in der Sonne ein. Fazit: Sehr empfehlenswert!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tessa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllisches Schmuckstück
Die Fahrt zum Haus war eher abenteuerlich aber gut machbar. Das Haus liegt mitten im Wald. Es ist wunderbar ruhig dort. Durch das nahe Haupthaus ist Kontakt jeder Zeit möglich. Die Anwohner sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Das Haus ist sehr geräumig und gut ausgestattet. Die Zimmer sind groß und sauber. Das Hauptschlafzimmer bildet mit der Empore und Lesesesseln mit Blick auf den Wald das Highlight. Die Schränke sind groß, es gibt einen Föhn und sogar Adapterstecker für italienische Steckdosen. Patrizia hat an alles gedacht. Die Küche ist sehr gut ausgestattet. Im Haus und auf den Terrassen gibt es überall gemütliche Sitzgelegenheiten. Der Pool ist absolut toll mit Blick auf den Wald. Für die Kinder waren die verschiedenen Tiere sehr interessant, die auch ums Haus herum lebten. Es gibt eine Tischtennisplatte, Schaukel und eine Wippe. Im Wald gibt es viele Wege, die zum Entdecken einladen. Ein Schmuckstück zum Entspannen und wohl fühlen! Die Umgebung ist sehr vielseitig. Strand und Stadt sind nah.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verena S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschön!
Das Ferienhaus war großartig und der Pool das Highlight. Wir haben hier sehr erholsame Tage verbracht und kommen gerne wieder. Patrizia war super freundlich. Vielen Dank Verena und Ralf
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edwin O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very silent
A dream, the location with the pool so nice and all point of views (Florence, Lucca,....) at to max 2 hours with the car.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllisch!
Die Unterkunft ist recht abseits gelegen und die Anfahrt über die Serpentinen und das Geröll den Berg hoch schon etwas beschwerlich. Wir mussten etwas weiter unten parken, da unser Auto (ohne Allradantrieb) zu schwer war, um bis an die Unterkunft direkt heranzufahren. Wenn man aber angekommen ist, hat man seine absolute Ruhe. Abseits vom Alltag und von Touristen kann man entspannen und vor allem den herrlichen Pool nutzen. Die gesamte Kommunikation lief auf Englisch und problemlos. Alles war sauber und gepflegt. Ganz herzlichen Dank!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing stay at Serore
We spent two very relaxing weeks at Serore. We were in the "Sorbi" appartment, which is a separate house from the main building (approx. 50m away). It was spacious (3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms) and clean with a fully equipped kitchen (incl. dishwasher). There is also a small roofed eating area outside and a lawn with deck charis overlooking the valley. The place is remote, but therefore very quiet and peaceful. The host, Patrizia, sent detailed instructions of how to get to Serore. She also made a reservation in an excellent restaurant nearby for us and had a lot of tips and recommendations. Overall, Patrizia is really a great host! The swimming pool is shared with the other apartment, which was no problem at all. Everyone enjoyed the pool very much. In summary, we had a great time at Serore, and we would absolutely recommend it for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Darleen V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautifull environment but old smelly house
The house seems old and smells, pool to share with other guests from house nearby (not clear in advertising - we thought it was only 1 house with pool to share with family). Pool even though very nice and environment beautifull. Hostess very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gitte B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dejligt ophold
Vi havde et skønt ophold. Dejlig fred og ro - dog er der ingen internet eller telefonforbindelse, det var lidt ærgerligt, da det er svært at planlægge udflugter mv. samt at ingen kunne komme i kontakt med os. Ellers fantastisk pool og smukkeste udsigt
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023