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With patchwork views of Tuscan landscapes around you from the elevated swimming pool, Villa Bernardino offers charm and character in beautiful surroundings, perfectly positioned between Lucca and Florence.

This is a handsome five-bedroom villa with a picture-perfect yellow façade and pretty shutters which is sure to impress you on your arrival. The casa dates back to the early 19th century and has been wonderfully restored to retain a great sense of history throughout. Expect characterful elegance, antique furnishings and terracotta floors alongside modern comforts such as a superbly equipped kitchen, modern bathrooms and air-conditioning in most of the bedrooms. Set over three levels, if you are not admiring the incredible frescoes on the ceilings of some of the second-floor en-suite bedrooms, then you’ll be gazing out at the typically Tuscan views of cypress trees, vineyards and olive groves.

Relax in the magnificent gardens with its stone terrace and barbecue for al-fresco dining in style, benches and parasols with wonderful views and a second dining area ideal for feasts on warm summer evenings with family and friends. Wander up to the top of the terraced grounds at the rear to cool off in the glorious and sunny swimming pool surrounded by stunning parkland and yet more tremendous vistas.

Close to the spa-town of Montecatini Terme, you can experience one of the nine thermal spas within just a ten-minute drive as well as exploring the historic buildings and fountains or browsing the high-end shops. Take the 19th century funicular up to the medieval village of Montecatini Alto for more spectacular views and take time to visit other enchanting places such as Pescia, Collodi and the famous Vinci with its museum and birthplace of the great artist.

The historic city of Lucca must be visited for its beauty and character whilst Florence and Pisa can also be easily reached for superb days out. Take nature walks through the wetlands at Padule di Fucecchio or head further south to the Chianti vineyards and perhaps even as far as Siena. For a complete change of scene, experience Tuscany by the beach with the popular summer resorts of Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi under an hour away.