Gardenia at La Quercia, Sassetta - Livorno

Gardenia is a coastal, Tuscan villa composed of two intercommunicating apartments (Erica and Fresia) on the ground floor of the property La Quercia. Outside, in the shady garden there are two gazebos with marble topped tables and surrounded by plenty of comfortable, cushioned chairs.

Inside the living area is a long, open plan room with an arch in the middle. Here there are wooden doors that open up the entire length of the wall, allowing passage from one apartment to the other. On either side there is a wooden three person sofa which has cushions for comfort.

While at both ends of the long room is a kitchen equipped with a gas oven, gas hobs, and a fridge with separate freezer compartment. Next to the two cooking areas there is a table which can seat up to 6 people. 

There are two identical bedrooms. Each has a double bed with a wooden headboard and wooden wardrobe. In both rooms there is also a chest of drawers and a single bed which can be used for a child or to make the bedroom into a twin room. Both bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms with showers.

2 double bedrooms.
The double beds can be made into twins, if requested on booking.
A 5th and 6th person can be accommodated on the sofabeds in the lounge or the single beds in the bedrooms, however the single beds are only suitable for children. It is not possible to accommodate a total of 8 people.

La Quercia is a two floor Tuscan villa near the coast and surrounded by abundant plants providing shade. The property consists of 4 villas, one of which can be converted into a larger villa through an adjoining door. It is possible to walk to the village, Sassetta, from La Quercia. The property La Quercia is located approximately 16km from the Tuscan coast with the beautiful sandy beaches of Marina di Castagneto - Donoratico.

Immediately next to the villa there is a wonderful fenced pool surrounded by a sundeck of terracotta. There are some views to one side over the tree and rooftops that live below the estate. The pool is shared by the three villas and a larger one that overlooks it.

The small village of Sassetta is local Tuscan health resort, famous for it's pleasant climate and spa baths (Terme di Sasseta). A short distance away from La Quercia is typical Tuscan restaurant. Around the property are oretty chestnut woods, ideal for walking or just relaxing in the cool shade.

All villas of La Quercia have access to a private, fenced and untouched sand dune beach area which is located 16km away, North of Marina di Castagneto, Donoratico. The area is a natural coastal botanical garden which guests have access to. Here guests can use the simple picnic tables and chairs, as well as a shower. The owners can also provide beach umbrellas to take to the area.

The property La Quercia is composed of 3 apartments, two of which can be converted by means of a connecting door, into a larger apartment on the ground floor, (Erica + Fresia = Gardenia), and Villa Il Castagno.

Next to the Villa Il Castagno is an fenced shared pool, which is surrounded by a terracotta tiled sun deck, dotted with several sun loungers and umbrellas. On one side there is a view of the surrounding hills, treetops and rooftops of Sasseta which lies below of the property. The pool is located in a beautiful, sunny position. The property of La Quercia is surrounded by large pine trees and typical Mediterranean vegetation, completely shading it during the hot summer.

The pool area shared by the three apartments and Villa il Castagno.  The chlorine cleansed pool has metal steps to enter it. The Villa il Castagno is immediately next to the pool, and over looks it.
The pool is 8x12.5 metres and 1.4 metres deep. It's open from April to October, weather permitting.

The owners son runs a fishing shop in Marina di Castagneto and can organise fishing lessons and trips for an additional fee. Guests are also entitled to a special discount when purchasing equipment from the shop.

The owner owns a private sandy beach and pine grove which guests can visit. Tables, chairs, electricity and running water are available. The owner also offers guided tours of the grove on Sunday mornings where he will discuss the local flora and the Etruscan and Roman origins of the area.