Villa Matraia and the historic hamlet Borgo of Matraia are located in the beautiful Tuscan countryside, just on the outskirts of Lucca. They are ideally situated to provide easy access to a considerable range of services (transport, shops) and tourist attractions in the area: including the enchanting medieval walled city of Lucca (15 minutes by car), Pisa Airport (1 hour by train/car), FlorenceAirport (1 hour by car/train), the sandy beaches along the nearby coast of Versilia in just 35 minutes and the beautiful historical cities of Florence in 1 hour and Rome and Milan in about 3 hours.
Due to its strategic position on the peak of a valley, the entire estate offers guests wonderful views over the surrounding hills and valleys of Capannori and Lucca, creating an immediate feeling of space, tranquillity and relaxation….
The Villa and its Borgo provide a very special and unique way to spend an unforgettable and relaxing holiday in beautiful historic rental apartments in the heart of Tuscany.

EXTERNAL DESCRIPTION:
The Villa Matraia and the “Borgo” are surrounded by lovely, well maintained open spaces, similar to those you would find in an estate belonging to a prestigious ancient palazzo or villa. The Estate has a wonderful panoramic outdoor swimming pool and patio area built on a natural terrace on the hillside, and since it faces south, the area is bathed in sunlight all day long.
The Estate has been carefully renovated and restored in keeping with the rustic Tuscan style of that area and has been designed around a small square that leads to all of the apartment buildings – each one uniquely located, designed and furnished. The Villa Matraia, however, is located on one side of the Borgo and is set right in the heart of an ancient and prestigious parkland.
Within the Estate, there are several communal areas including the swimming pool and patio area, the private car park, wooded paths and lanes and a clay tennis court – all available for guest use. Particularly worth noting is the historic “Belvedere” patio area where guests can enjoy spectacular view of the surrounding valley and where it is also possible to organise romantic outdoor dinners.
The Villa is a unique example of 16th Century architecture and thanks to a very careful restoration over the last few years, the Villa has been restored to its former glory and still retains its original Tuscan character and charm. The Villa’s former annexes have also been converted into several delightful farmhouse style apartments.
Since the Villa is very spacious, the Ground floor where the state rooms are, has been conserved in its original state, complete with all the antique furniture, living room with original wood fireplace and panoramic loggias (covered terraces), all of which is accessible to guests of the Estate.
The first floor of the Villa, however, has been transformed into several very spacious and luxury, panoramic apartments and the upper floors, further 7 beautifully furnished apartments. Furthermore, there is a wonderful Wellness and Spa Centre on the underground level which offers guests a very unique and also relaxing atmosphere and which is open all year round.

INTERNAL DESCRIPTION:
The apartment “Leccio” is located on the 1st floor of the Farmhouse (18 steps) and can accommodate up to 6 guests in two bedrooms. It is a typical yet comfortable Tuscan farmhouse style apartment with a lovely living / dining area for up to 6 people, a well equipped kitchen with all the modern appliances (1/2 load dishwasher) and two double bedrooms, decorated with classic antique furniture. Both bedrooms have bathrooms with showers. In the loft area (mezzanine level), there is a double sofa bed (160 cm). The apartament has traditional “cotto” floors as well as wooden beamed ceilings and has been tastefully furnished in keeping with the traditional Tuscan style, whilst the windows offer wonderful panoramic views over the surrounding hills, the rest of the Estate and the park.. This is certainly the perfect place to start your dream holiday in Tuscany.

24h Reception, Fitness and Spa Centre (17 steps to go down from the main Villa which is shared by all guests at the Estate, including the heated swimming pool Jacuzzi and Sauna for up to 3-4 people, Gym relaxation room and various body treatments on request. There is also a red clay tennis court, an outdoor swimming pool, (15mx 7m), car park and extensive parkland all exclusive to guests of the Estate.
Each apartment is equipped with: Flat plasma screen satellite TV, telephone, ADSL Internet Connection, Sofa bed (160 cm). In the kitchen, guests are provided with a complementary welcome basket, fridge, freezer, 4 ring hob with glass ceramic plates, oven, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine with inbuilt tumble dryer, toaster, electric kettle and hairdryer. All bed and bath linen is provided along with complementary toiletries.
Various extra services are available on request including: horse trekking, vintage car rental and private chefs for special dinners/lunches.

Excluded from the price:Heading as per consumption, utilities and final cleaning (60 euro).