Filanda at Casa del Tosi, Torcigliano di Pescaglia - Pescaglia - Lucca

Casa del Tosi is a pretty agriturism in a small valley between the quiet hills above Lucca. The beautifully restored farmhouse is composed of 3 apartments and the owners villa. It is on a property which makes honey and olive oil.

Next to the farmhouse is a sparkling pool with sun beds and umbrellas. A short distance away a small, bubbling stream passes through the property providing it with a relaxing atmosphere.

Passing the Casa del Tosi is a small road, some traffic can be heard however tall trees block the road from view.
The owners live in a house attached to the apartments and are available for assistance if needed.
There are two dogs and two cats at the property.
The owner can prepare a simple dinner for you on your arrival day. This service has an extra charge and must be booked in advance.

Filanda is on the top floor of the beautiful Tuscan farmhouse. It is entered from the back of property up a pretty flight of external terracotta stairs. Inside the villa has the original terracotta floor and a high ceiling graced by large oak beams.

It is laid out in an open plan style with the living area divided from the bedroom by a low partitioning wall. The living area has a simple double sofa and a wooden dining table with four chairs. In one corner is a tiny kitchenette in traditional Tuscan style. It has gas hobs, an oven and a small fridge with ice compartment. Off the kitchen is the small bathroom with shower.

The sleeping area is behind the partitioning. This is a romantic area with a double bed and an antique chest of drawers. In one corner is a comfortable armchair which looks out of the tall arched windows into the back garden.

Along the other wall are more arched windows providing plenty of light into the villa. A glass and wood door leads out to a terrace which overlooks the front of the property. It's furnished with a table and chairs to dine al fresco. The villa is completed by a twin bedroom with wooden floor which is situated behind the kitchenette.

1 double bedrooms and 1 twin bedroom.
First floor villa with plenty of space.
There are two dogs, one cat and some chickens that roam freely around the property.
There is no mobile phone coverage.
WiFi signal is only available outside the apartments.
Barbecue: communal

The pretty swimming pool is located to one side of the villas. It's surrounded by tall trees providing plenty of protection and privacy, they also provide shade for part of the day. Further shade is given by the umbrellas dotted around the pool area. There are also plenty of sun beds to relax and enjoy the warm Tuscan sun.

Due to its protected position several banana trees are found around the pool and provide it with a slight tropical feel. The area marked off from the rest of the manicured, property gardens by a pretty wooden poled fence. This is not child safe.
The pool is 10x5 metres and 1.2 metres deep. It's open from May to September, weather permitting.