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TUSCANY PROPERTIES
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CASALE SODINI
VORNO, Near LUCCA
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Sleeps 10 / 14
Near Lucca, in the valley of Vorno, is
a small paradise called Casale Sodini.
This ancient casale, originally used
partially as a mill for the family and
the few inhabitants of the village and
part as a farmhouse, has been
beautifully restored. It has no
architectural pretenses, is of simple
lines, and the materials used in
construction are those of the time: stone,
hand made bricks, beamed ceilings and
terra cotta floors. As was customary, the
ground floor was used to house the
animals and the family lived upstairs.
The spirit of this place, near a small
village just outside of Lucca, lies in its
absolute simplicity, and today, even if
the mill wheel no longer turns, the
timeless ancient atmosphere and flavors
are present. Quiet, silence, and serenity
is the philosophy of life offered here, as
Casale Sodini is brought back to like for
your enjoyment. Here are the warm
golden afternoons where you can breathe
these simple values of the past
Today, the rooms of the old mill have
become intimate and luxurious living
rooms, full of warmth and welcome; the
old stable on the ground floor is now the
dining room where you can admire the
vaulted ceiling, the stonework, and other
traditional craftsmanship. The large
kitchen, entry hall with its large window
onto the garden - bringing it inside, the
study and a powder room continue in the
same rustic but elegant style. Not to be
forgotten are the two stone fireplaces
which still revive warmth and memories
of family gatherings, old stories and
friendly conversations. On the upper
floor are five double bedrooms with en-
suite baths. Three of them face north
with views to the hills and the valley
and two face south, overlooking the
brook and the garden. The master
bedroom also has a sitting room.
Furnishings have been carefully and
patiently selected during the restoration
to provide the utmost in comfort and
luxury, with period furniture and
splendid accessories. Nothing has been
left to chance. The baths are luxurious
fitted with tubs and showers. Most
importantly - the house has air
conditioning.
The spacious garden is filled with
potted lemons, olive trees, fruit trees
and herbs and flowers, all forming a
splendid backdrop to the swimming pool.
Enjoy conversations under the gazebo,
relax by the pool or under the wisteria
covered pergola, or dine al fresco in
your choice of spots.
Ground Floor: Living room - TV room -
Dining room - Kitchen - Office - Laundry
First Floor: Master bedroom with sitting
room and en-suite bath - Four double
bedrooms with en-suite baths
Facilities: Air conditioning, computer and
internet access, telephone and fax,
computerized telephone billing, SAT TV,
CD player, alarm, daily breakfast
Maid service: 6 days per week, Gardener,
Cook on request
Distances: Lucca - 10 min., Pisa - 20 min.,
Puccini Lake (summer opera) - 20 min.,
Florence - 1 hr., Forte dei Marmi - 45 min.
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PRICES
$9000 PER WEEK
Cottage available at $1500
Prices and start dates subject to change without
notice. Please check with us to confirm price and dates.
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