La Piaggia

We had an amazing week at La Piaggia, and couldn't believe the wonderful hospitality shown to us by Theresa and her two sons.There were one or two problems with the hot water, but these were swiftly sorted, and there was so much else to compensate that it didn't spoil anything for us.We were lucky to hit a really sunny week, and so could enjoy the waft of roses ( everywhere ) and Jasmine as we sat near the pool - or swam.A tour of the farm early on introduced us to the herb garden,and also the vines and olives which, together with the roses, form the basis of so much of the family's produce.
My favourite places to visit were Collodi ( nice gardens as well as the omnipresent Pinocchio memorabilia ! ), and Lucca ( worth quite a time spent on it. ) We could have done with a longer stay to explore everywhere ! - but Theresa is a mine of information on some of the less touristy places to visit, which perhaps have as much to offer as the more crowded ones.
Our final day was crowned by a cookery lesson,in which we acted as sous-chefs, making a selection of Italian dishes with Theresa , and then eating a sumptuous meal made up of everything we had cooked.
THANK YOU, Theresa ! - We all want to return !

We didn't eat out much, but enjoyed a very good meal in Monte Carlo, in a restaurant recommended by the Information Bureau. It was on a Tuesday, and some of the restaurants were shut, but they suggested this one as a place where we could get 'authentic' Italian food. Sorry - can't remember the name !!

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Spreken ook engels.

Lucca, Pisa, San Gimignano en Siena zijn allemaal in de buurt. Verder zijn er zoveel kleine locale restaurants (Osteria) die voor weinig geld prima eten aanbieden.

maison typique bien située au milieu d'un jardin, confortable et accueillante.

What a great place in so many ways. Teresa and her family are warm, generous and excellent hosts. Nothing was too much trouble and the tasty treats that were brought to us on more than one occasion were delicious - and all made from their own produce, including the wine and olive oil. Thoroughly enjoyed the cooking lesson we booked and also the meal that Teresa ocooked on our last night - the perfect end to the week.

What can we say. What a fantastic holiday. The villa was so good we did not go out and about as much as we have done in the past. The children (10,6&5) all had a wonderful time in the pool. They enjoyed playing table tennis and bar football even though all 3 developed chicken pox.

Lucca is a must as is San Miniato. Montecatini Terme is great. There is a mini fair and a crazy golf. Montecatini Alto is beautiful. Go on the funicular there. If you get the chance, you should drive into the Carfagna. The mountains are beautiful. The restaurant at the end of the lane is excellent but a little limited for the children. Martinelli in Altopascio is wonderful and so good both for and with the children

We had a wonderful stay at La Piaggia and wouldnt hesitate to recommend this accommodation to others. All the rooms were lovely, characterful and individual, and the pool and games area were enjoyed by all. We loved being able to help ourselves to the beautiful fresh vegetables and fruit from the garden and the meal that Theresa cooked us was delicious.

Monte Carlo was lovely, very local and lovely for dinner which a few good restaurant options. Both Lucca and Florence were lovely, for Florence we drove and parked at the train station where thee is ample parking and walked into the centre from there. Cinque Terre also definitely worth a visit, our only regret was not taking our swimsuits as the water at the 2nd village was so clear and inviting!

Perfekte Finka für Familien mit Kindern; aufmerksame und nette Gastgeber; schöner Pool

Monte Carlo, Pisa, Lucca, Florenz, Siena, San Gimignano

We loved the family - they were so welcoming and Teresa spoilt us with the most beautiful authentic Italian meals. Luigi came regularly to advise us where to go and check in on us. The house is really comfortable and within easy reach of Lucca, Collodi, Montacatini Terme, Montecarlo and a bit further away wonderful places like San Giminiano. Our daughter loved the pool, the table tennis and the freedom to run around the property.

Lucca is fantastic and the Puccini concert at night was very special. Pinnochio park is fantastic for children. We loved Montecarlo especially at night when everything comes alive.

Oh my goodness what a wonderful week we spent at La Piaggia. This lovely farmhouse is full of rustic charm and interesting knick knacks. The bedrooms are all spacious, and the kitchen is the most well equipped kitchen I have ever stayed in. The grounds of this house are just beautiful and the pool is a good size and kept immaculately clean. The area around the pool is well equipped with loungers, and it's really nice to have the table tennis table at your disposal too.
However what really set this house apart from anywhere else that I have stayed is the hospitality and kindness of Theresa and her son Diego and in fact the whole family. You couldn't ask to be made more welcome, it felt as though we had known them for years. We had meals cooked for us by Theresa twice and they were the best meals we had while in Italy I think. The food was delicious and plentiful and very reasonably priced. The outside of the house is perfect for sitting with"pretty lights" on (and plenty of citronella candles to dissuade the mosquitos) and enjoying a delicious dinner and a glass of something. It's a joy to wander around the gardens at any time to enjoy the beautiful flowers that are growing and to see the olive trees and vineyard.

There was nothing that we didn't like about La Piaggia, only that we had to come home after a week.

The house is in a good location, only a 15 minute walk to the nearest station at Monte Carlo San Salvadore, and it's easy to get the train (only 20 minutes) to Lucca and to Florence. Be careful though that you make sure to ask the train guard for tickets when he steps off the train at the station as while we were there there was not a ticket office open. The pastry and coffee shop in Marginone is lovely and well worth a visit. We walked to Monte Carlo which was quite a hike but well worth it. We also did a drive around Lucca to Collodi, Bagna de Lucca and finished at the Devil's Bridge all of which were beautiful to see.We also visited Montecatine Therme and took the vernacular up to Montecatine Alto, which had some lovely views. I just wish we could have had another week here, we loved it.

La Piaggia ist ein idyllisch gelegenes Anwesen. Viel Platz zum spielen für Kinder. Kiesplatz, grosser Rasen, Pool! Für ganz kleine Kinder sind die vorhandenen Stufen eine Stolperfalle, aber sie sollten kein Hinderungsgrund sein diesen tollen Platz zu besuchen. Die Gastgeberfamilie rund um Teresa sind sehr herzliche hilfsbereite Leute. Sie tun alles um den Aufenthalt noch angenehmer zu machen!

Strand in Viareggio. Am Donnerstag mit Markt an der Strandpromenade. 1/2Stunde Fahrt Einkauf für Haushalt und Essen im Conad Altopascio Markt: Pistoia Cavallino Matto in Marina di Castagneto. Vergnügungspark. Toll auch mit kleine Kids. Restaurant: La Piaggia bei Teresa! Städtetrip nach Florenz (Achtung Parkplätze finden nicht ganz einfach)

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Lucca, La Spezia,

Das Haus ist sehr schön, große Zimmer, schöne große Terasse. Der Garten ist traumhaft.
Die Familie, vor allem Theresa war sehr sehr gastfreundlich und herzlich.Wir haben dort einen wunderschönen Urlaub verbracht und kommen gerne wieder.

Monte Carlo war sehr schön, ein kleiner Ort, dort gibt es auch einige nette Restaurants. San Gimignano war toll und Pisa hat uns sehr gut gefallen.

L'environnement magique,les fleurs,lesparfums,le jardin,(période de floraison des roses).L'habitation authentique et rustique avec beaucoup de vaisselle(verres,plats,faitouts...)L'accueil,la gentillesse,la disponibilité et la générosité de Teresa.Les bons petits plats de Toscane élaborés par Térésa ...Délicieux...La situation de la PIAGGIA proche des principaux centres d'interêt .Des vacances merveilleuses . . .



Tout nous a plu . . .

Très bonne Pizzeria à MARGINONE .Prix raisonnable et accueil sympathique.Nous faisions nos courses à ALTOPASCIO tout près enseigne CONAD. A voir absolument Monte Carlo (joli village à 5mn de la PIAGGIA ) Pistoia,Lucca (très belles villes typiques Toscane)Pise et sa tour sans oublier la plage car tout proche de la mer ...Et Florence ville riche d'histoire et de monuments ...

The owner and family are very friendly and helpful.they are nice ,kind, generous,and giving good care.
The garden ,especially rose garden are wonderful and pretty.
The owner cook and be around to tslk and help.
The bed mattress are too soft and should be changed.
There are not enough hot water for bath, slways run out.
The bed room on ground floor cannot be used, wet and not nice smell.
The living room is not inviting to sit. We always use the outdoor.

In Montecarlo and Montecatini Terme, lots of good one.

Teresa and Diago were so welcoming and acommodating, could not ask for better hosts. Great access to the small towns in the area also the train station in Pescia so we could venture off to Cinque Terre without the long drive.
Upon arrival (we were an hour late as we got lost coming from Venice) Teresa had our dinner ready and waiting, what a fantastic meal.
If you stay here I recommend at least one dinner and also to take the starter kit. Thank you Teresa.

Lucca, Pisa and the hidden treasure of Montecatini Altto. Local Pizza restaurant (15 minute walk) was so friendly and food was good price reasonable.