Villa Borgo Bernardini in the Lucca area of Tuscany is a magnificent estate with 12 bedrooms, making it ideal for family gatherings, conferences and other events. Situated just 10 miles from the chic walled town of Lucca, the villa offers magnificent views of the hill towns that dot the area. The authentic architecture provides typical Tuscan features in a setting with ancient olive groves, colorful flowers, intimate piazzas and traditional fountains. There is a fully-equipped modern kitchen with a Tuscan hearth that opens to an outdoor terrace, providing views of the tiled pool and the lush Italian countryside.
Villa Borgo Bernardini is designed in the grand style, with an impressive salon featuring a cozy fireplace, a piano and numerous comfortable seating areas that overlook the valley. This handsome room is enhanced by high ceilings and traditional terracotta flooring. There is a formal banquet hall for entertaining and a wine tasting room with a carefully selected collection of local wine.
Guests can relax in several areas throughout the estate, including the domed music room, the card and billiard room, the sun lounge/library and the formal living room featuring satellite TV and DVD.
Bedrooms are decorated in warm Tuscan colors and provide private baths offering Italian tile and luxurious linens. Three of the bedrooms are located in the original stone chapel of the estate with views of the grounds and the swimming pool.
Villa Borgo Bernardini provides special amenities that make your stay pleasurable, including a barbecue and a workout room. There is a convenient office with a centralized music system, computer facilities and wireless Internet access.
Outside you will find a romantic shaded gazebo and an ornamental pond.
Included Services: Check-in & Check-out professional service; Remote Concierge & Emergency Service 24/7; Guest Travel Planning Service; Daily Chef service for preparation of breakfast and one meal (lunch or dinner) 6 days a week (Wednesday day off); Daily maid service in the morning 6 days a week (Wednesday day off); Linen change on Saturday and Wednesday
Included Staff: 1 Gardener, 1 Pool Assistant, 2 Maids (day off Wednesday for all staff)
Utilities: Water, Electricity (Air Conditioning) until the consumption of 2.000 KW per week; Gas (Heating), Internet wireless connection 7MG are included
General Information:
Borgo Bernardini is 467 meters (1,532 ft.) above sea level, has 15000 Sq. Mt (162,000 Sq. ft.) of garden and offers 1600 Sq. Mt (17,280 Sq.ft.) of living space. It was built in the 18th Century and last renovated in 2000.
Getting there : Florence Airport 50 mins. Pisa Airport : 35 mins. Rome Airport : 3 hrs. 30 mins.
Damage Deposit: 30% of the rental rate payable by wire transfer prior to arrival
The Borgo Bernardini estate has bedrooms in 3 buildings; the main villa, the cottage and the chapel. Main Villa Five bedrooms located on the upper floor over the Billiard Room, Summer Room, Music Room and wine library and around a courtyard. Parts of the building are over 1000 years old and it was originally a hunting lodge and olive press.
Bedroom 1 : Suite with queen-size bed, original beamed ceilings, terracotta tiled floors, AC, WIFI, lounge area with writing desk & chair, sofa and en-suite frescoed bathroom with WC, Vanity, bathrobes / slippers, hairdryer and Jacuzzi bathtub. Two guests max. Known as the Venere Suite.
Bedroom 2 : Bedroom with two single beds (can be made up as a king-size bed upon request), original beamed ceilings, terracotta tiled floors, AC, WIFI and en-suite frescoed bathroom with WC, Vanity, bathrobes / slippers, hairdryer and shower / bathtub. Two guests max. Known as the Trifoglio Bedroom.
Bedroom 3 : Bedroom with queen-size bed, original beamed ceilings, terracotta tiled floors, AC, WIFI and en-suite frescoed bathroom with WC, Vanity, bathrobes / slipper, hairdryer and shower / bathtub. Two guests max. Known as the Camelia Bedroom.
Bedroom 4 : Bedroom with queen-size bed, original beamed ceilings, terracotta tiled floors, AC, WIFI and en-suite frescoed bathroom with WC, Vanity, bathrobes / slippers, hairdryer, and shower / bathtub. Two guests max. Known as the Cipresso Bedroom.
Bedroom 5 : Suite with two single beds (that can be made up as a queen-size upon request), original beamed ceilings, terracotta tiled floors, AC, WIFI, lounge area with writing desk & chair, sofa and en-suite frescoed bathroom with WC, Vanity, bathrobes / slippers, hairdryer and Jacuzzi bathtub. Two guests max. Known as the Bacco Suite. Cottage Four bedrooms overlooking the grounds and over the Formal Drawing Room and Grand Dining Room.
Bedroom 6 : Large bedroom with two single beds (can be made up as a king-size bed upon request), AC, WIFI, writing desk & chair, armchairs and en-suite bathroom with WC, Vanity, bathrobes / slippers, hairdryer and Jacuzzi bathtub. Two guests max. Known as the Diana Bedroom.
Bedroom 7 : Bedroom with queen-size bed, AC, WIFI and en-suite bathroom with WC, Vanity, bathrobes / slippers, hairdryer and bathtub / shower. Two guests max. Known as the Giglio Bedroom.
Bedroom 8 : Bedroom with two single beds (can be made up as a king-size bed upon request), AC, WIFI, frescoed walls and en-suite bathroom with WC, Vanity, bathrobes / slippers, hairdryer and bathtub / shower. Two guests max. Known as the Ninfea Bedroom.
Bedroom 9 : Large bedroom with queen-size bed, AC, WIFI, writing desk & chair, sofa and en-suite bathroom with WC, Vanity, bathrobes / slippers, hairdryer and Jacuzzi bathtub. Two guests max. Known as the Apollo Bedroom. Chapel Cottage The original stone chapel of the estate, with views over the grounds and swimming pool. Three sunny bedrooms over the Sunny Lounge and TV Room.
Bedroom 10 : Large bedroom with a queen-size bed, AC, WIFI, writing desk & chair, armchairs and en-suite bathroom with WC, Vanity, bathrobes / slippers, hairdryer and Jacuzzi bathtub and separate shower. Two guests max. Known as the Mercurio Bedroom.
Bedroom 11 : Small but cosy bedroom with double bed, AC, WIFI and en-suite bathroom with WC, Vanity, bathrobes / slippers, hairdryer and bathtub / shower. Two guests max. Known as the Melograno Bedroom.
Bedroom 12 : Bedroom with two single beds (can be made up as a king-size bed upon request), AC, WIFI, writing desk & chair, armchairs, private sun terrace and en-suite bathroom with WC, vanity, bathrobes / slippers, hairdryer and bathtub / shower. Two guests max. Known as the Magnolia Bedroom.
An additional 2 more bedrooms can be made available for additional guests.
Once a vacation home is selected, the pampered adventure begins. Our concierge team will assist with creating a magical and immersive vacation experience. Our services include
While available for advanced requests, the concierge team connects with guests 30 days prior to arrival to coordinate arrivals and to reserve desired services and experiences. Guests with scheduled Christmas/New Year stays will be contacted 90 days prior to arrival.