New! Converted farmhouse, ideal for groups. Mountain views. Private pool!

Wonderful farmhouse conversion, ideal for a group of couples or small families wishing to holiday together but with individual facilities. Private pool, stunning views! 7 hectares of land, with grassland, chestnut woods, stream. 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. Walk to facilities. Eleonora is a wonderful farmhouse conversion set in 7 hectares of land providing accommodation perfect for a large group of couples or small families, or maybe those with teenagers wanting a little independence. The property boasts absolutely stunning views, and has 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms in total, split over 5 separate independent units sleeping 15 plus 2 guests. All apartments are included in the price, along with private and exclusive use of the vast gardens, chestnut woods and pool with stupendous views. Each apartment is self contained with private eating areas, and there is also a large area for the entire group to enjoy al fresco dining and relaxing, complete with outdoor kitchen area and your very own traditional pizza/bread oven. For when the entire group wishes to eat together inside, there is a communal dining area too, complete with dishwasher. Whilst the accommodation is simple it is beautifully presented, sparkling clean, and the entire site has a wonderfully relaxing feel with amazing views all around. There are plenty of outdoor areas for al fresco dining/relaxing and taking in the views, and places to be in peace away from the rest of the group. The grounds are vast and interesting, and at one point, around 100M from the house down country slopes you will find the most amazing aviary with a collection of very rare birds, chickens and peacocks. A real treat for both children and adults to see and the owner tries to leave freshly laid eggs of varying unusual colours for guests on arrival. All this, and you can walk to facilities too! What are you waiting for? The site is arranged as follows: Castagno, sleeping 4/5 plus 1 on sofabed Independent two bedroom house 1 double bedroom 1 double bedroom with single bed Living area with fireplace and sofabed Kitchen with fridge/freezer, sink, 4 ring hob, and oven. Family bathroom with shower cubicle, bath tub, basin, WC and bidet Large private garden at rear of house with BBQ Noce, sleeping 2: Apartment with : Double bedroom with door leading outside. Shower room with a small bath as base of shower, basin, bidet and WC Kitchen diner with fridge/freezer, sink, 4 ring hob, and oven. Covered outside terrace facing pool and those stunning views - just relax... NB - this apartment does not have heating so not for winter months. Nocciolo, sleeping 2 +1 on sofabed Studio style accommodation with Dividing wall for bedroom area which has a double bed Kitchen/diner area with fridge/freezer, sink, 4 ring hob, and oven. Sofabed Separate shower room with WC, basin, bidet and shower cubicle. Large covered outside dining area ideal for entire group to dine- cooking facilities with a hob, 2 large BBQ's and sink. Alloro, sleeping 3: Studio style accommodation with Double bed Single bed on the mezzanine floor. All open to the small kitchen/dining area which has a fridge/freezer, sink, 4 ring hob, and a counter top oven and grill. Separate shower room with WC, basin, bidet and shower cubicle. Private covered terrace overlooking the pool and those views! Sorbo, sleeping 3 : Studio style accommodation with Double bed Single bed on the mezzanine floor. All open to the small kitchen/dining area which has a fridge/freezer, sink, 4 ring hob, and a counter top oven and grill. Separate shower room with WC, basin, bidet and shower cubicle. Large terrace to the side, plus a covered eating area. Other inside facilities: Communal dining area for when it rains, complete with dishwasher Laundry area Outside: Enormous gardens with plenty of space for children to play. 7 hectares of land, so your own little country estate - pure escapism. Stunning views creating a real sense of peace and relaxation Private pool 12M x 6M (gated) Pizza/bread oven Various outdoor relaxing areas including an area for everyone to eat together which has a couple of barbeques/grills, hob, sink. Various BBQ's Laundry area with washing machine. Large aviary area away from the property/garden with collection of very rare breeds of birds such as peacocks , pheasants, doves, varieties of chickens from all over the world - wonderful for children to visit... A little about the area: The local 'village' is a 10 minute walk away and there is a bar, a bakery, a butchers and 10 minutes further on a pizzeria. A further restaurant can also be reached in around 10 minutes by country footpath - the restaurant also doubles as a gelateria and a basic shop. Or if you prefer, it is a 5 minute drive away. Again 5 minutes in the car is a little place selling local typical fresh produce. The location is 15 minutes north of the market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana with its famous Thursday morning market, numerous bars & restaurants. There are various good restaurants providing fresh local home cooked traditional food within a short drive, as well as local one off shops, delicatessens, gelaterias and supermarkets. For relaxing afternoons out, there are lots of pretty villages to explore in the immediately locality, one of which is fully walled commanding outstanding views over the Apuane mountains. Another, less than a 10 minute drive away offers an opportunity to swim in the clear cold waters of the river. Many of these villages have festas in the summer with food, drink and dancing. Situated only a short drive from the National Park of Orrecchiella, the location is ideal for walking, hiking, horseriding, mountain biking and picnicking, surrounded by views of the seemingly endless mountains, and local chestnut woodland. For those who enjoy the outdoor life there is also a local tree climbing/zip wiring park just over a 5 minute drive away, with courses adapted for all age groups, from the very young to adults. There are local adventure parks where one can try water canyoning, rock climbing, swimming in rock pools, canoeing etc and there is the Grotta del Vento, a massive cave system in the mountains which is a good day out. There is an ancient fortress to visit less than 10 minutes away, with jaw dropping views, and interactive displays for children including a chance to try a little archery. For when a townie day beckons, the local market town of Castelnuovo di Garfagnana is only a 15 minute drive. Here there are bars, restaurants, a famous Thursday morning market, old castle walls, the river Serchio and local train station. The beautiful mediaeval town of Barga with its cobbled streets, great architecture, cathedral and great views is only a 25 minute drive. Barga is famous for its art and music, and here one can often enjoy free music, evening markets, dancing, and sometimes even impromptu entertainment from Paolo Nutini! Becoming well known for its restaurants too, Barga has plenty of places to eat. Lucca, the fully walled Mediaeval City and the Capital of the Region is less than an hour away, and one can spend the day cycling or meandering along its ample walls; people watching in both the grand and tiny piazzas with prosecco, coffee or ice cream; designer shopping; climbing towers, visiting some of its 99 churches or just taking in the atmosphere. If you like opera, there is a recital every evening before dinner in a unique church setting. The traditional Tuscan sites of Pisa and Florence are easily do-able in a day trip as are the beaches of Forte dei Marmi or Viareggio. Many guests also visit the Cinque Terre... The Golf Course of Garfagnana is less than a 10 min drive. Florence 1 hr 40 mins