Enchanting 15th Century Villa In The Heart Of The Tuscany

Villa Trenta is a magnificent villa dating back to the 15th century located at the foot of the famous hills that surround the beautiful city of Lucca. With large, airy rooms and frescoed walls, it is an enchanting example of the summer residences built by the noble families of Lucca in centuries past to escape the heat and noise of the city. Furnished with antiques and with minimal changes to the original building, the villa will charm aesthetes and culture enthusiasts alike.

The property is set within a large stone-walled garden, typical of the region, which hosts centuries-old trees and several water points and possibilities for al fresco dining and relaxing. Built on several plateaus, all with their distinctive atmosphere, the gardens create wonder and excitement at every turn, providing both intimate spaces and large lawns of lush green grass. The alleys, dotted with lemon trees, lavender and local herbs contribute to create a priceless out-of-time feeling.

Located 5 km from Lucca, the villa is an ideal base to enjoy the Tuscan countryside and is within easy reach of the main cities in Tuscany such as Florence, Pisa, and even Sienna and San Gemignano. The Versilia coast (Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi) with nice beaches, excellent restaurants, nightlife and shopping facilities is a 30-minutes’ drive away. While the walled garden provides absolute privacy, the property is also within walking distance of the main square of Ponte a Moriano.

The villa is a made up of a single building with a surface of 2,500 m² spread over 4 floors, each with a distinct look and atmosphere, testament to the multiple functions of villas in the past. The first floor, with its high ceilings and frescoed walls, was historically the owner’s residence. The ground and second floor offer a more rustic feel with thick wooden beams and dark terracotta floors.

Ground floor: The main entrance hall, which used to be the ballroom, leads to a large wine cellar lined with old wine and olive oil barrels, a play area with a billiard and a ping pong table and 1 bedrooms with ensuite bathroom and direct access to the garden. A separate entrance also provides access to a fully-equipped summer kitchen complete with an old stone oven which can be used to cook pizza. The first floor hosts a majestic dining room, two spacious living rooms and a reading room with floor to ceiling antique bookshelves, a large kitchen with a direct access to the garden and 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. The second floor includes 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and two large living rooms.

Included services: 3 hours of daily housekeeping (except Sundays), linen change on Saturday, gardner and pool attendant, welcome basket.

Extra services: extra services can be arranged at the time of booking. Examples include wine tastings, chef service, daily breakfast service, pizza nights, extra housekeeping, etc. Do not hesitate to ask for our trusted providers!