TUSCAN STONE HOUSE SET IN OLIVE GROVES ON HILLSIDE. SUPERB SEA VIEWS

 
 
 
Camaiore house rental - Hamlet of Peralta. Casa Luigi is top right.
Hamlet of Peralta. Casa Luigi is top right.
 
Camaiore house rental - Hamlet of Peralta. Casa Luigi is top right.

Hamlet of Peralta. Casa Luigi is top right.

Casa Luigi's south facing terrace

Casa Luigi's south facing terrace

Peralta's swimming pool.

Peralta's swimming pool.

Casa Luigi's kitchen

Casa Luigi's kitchen

Another Living Room in Casa Luigi

Another Living Room in Casa Luigi

Dining area under the vine

Dining area under the vine

One of the double bedrooms

One of the double bedrooms

Twin or double bedroom

Twin or double bedroom

Casa Luigi in autumn colours

Casa Luigi in autumn colours

Living room leading to kitchen

Living room leading to kitchen

Pathway to Casa Luigi

Pathway to Casa Luigi

on the way through Peralta to Casa Luigi

on the way through Peralta to Casa Luigi

Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom

Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom

Kitchen

Kitchen

terrace

terrace

living room seen from kitchen

living room seen from kitchen

living room leading to kitchen

living room leading to kitchen

stone stairs

stone stairs

Twin or double bedroom

Twin or double bedroom

leaving Peralta

leaving Peralta

  • Nightly €170 - €350
  • Weekly €995 - €2,350
GBP Conversion (Estimated)
Nightly (GBP) £146 - £300
Weekly £854 - £2,017
  • Bedrooms4
  • Sleeps8
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 1 Separate WC

Photos and Description of this 4 bedroom holiday home in Camaiore - CASA LUIGI AT PERALTA
4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, part of a unique medieval hamlet restored by a sculptor

This lovely old Tuscan house is surrounded by terraces of olive groves and sits, on the hillside, just above the beautiful, medieval hamlet of Peralta which was uniquely restored by an international sculptor. (Her sculptures can be seen throughout the hamlet). The view from the house and its large terrace is stunning. You look over the roof tops of Peralta and the valley below towards the hills, and the sea that lies beyond them. Facing south, and with this panoramic view, you can bask in the sun or read and snooze in the shade of a vine. The dining table on the terrace is covered by a vine, offering welcome shade. The house has three floors - the 4 bedrooms are spacious and comfortable, all with views. Two bedrooms (first floor) have ensuite bathrooms and the two bedrooms on the top floor share a bathroom. The ground floor comprises a large kitchen with dining area, comfortable living room, a second living room, a washroom.The swimming pool (shared) lies on a terrace above the house. In the photo of the hamlet below, Casa Luigi is the house situated at top of photo. A calm, away from it all, very unique and inspiring location yet within easy reach of the coast, Lucca, Florence, Cinque Terre, etc. A haven of peace where one is delighted to return after a day’s sightseeing.

The hamlet of Peralta: The beautiful peaceful hamlet of Peralta has a spectacular setting in the Tuscan hills that rise high above the valley of Camaiore. It was restored with great love and imagination by international sculptor Fiore de Henriquez. She created a place that is quite unique. Peralta was her home up to her death in June 2004 and one can see her work all through the hamlet. Her sculpture everywhere and the manner in which she restored and designed the hamlet give it very special atmosphere and character. With stunning, panoramic views over the valley to the hills and sea beyond and surrounded by terraces of olive groves, its stone walls covered with purple bougainvilleas, lemon trees, jasmine, Peralta seems like paradise, a place for people seeking tranquility and beauty. . The large terrace in front of Peralta is a lovely place to sit with a glass of wine, enjoy the sunsets and meet other guests.

Surrounding area: Lovely walking country with marked trails through the olive groves and hills dense with chestnut trees and known for their wild flowers in spring and autumn. Walks range from 50 minutes to a delightful restaurant in an adjoining village, to three hours up to the peak of the Mount Prana above Peralta.

In the daytime, there is always someone at hand in the hamlet to help with any questions, give directions to places of interest, lend a map, deal with minor repairs, collect luggage with our tri-porter vehicle (Ape), etc.

A local cook comes to Peralta each day and is very happy to provide pre-ordered meals to be heated up in the house. This is very popular with our guests as, aside from the fact that her cooking is delicious and typically Tuscan, it enables you to come back from a day's sightseeing and not have to think about cooking, nor going to the expense of eating out, but just to relax on your terrace and enjoy a delicious glass of wine while your meal heats up in your oven!

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Why Kate or Dinah chose Camaiore

International sculptor Fiore de Henriquez was living in the area of Camaiore from the 1960's due to its proximity to the Carrara marble quarries and the bronze foundries of nearby Pietrasanta. In the 1970's she found the small hamlet of Peralta, perched on the hillside above Camaiore. It was remote, served only by a footpath, and the buildings were mainly in ruins - their inhabitants having left in the mid 1950's due to the hard living in the hills. No water nor electricity at this time. Fiore fell in love with the hamlet and managed to gradually buy the various houses. She then set about restoring them and the hamlet and created the very unique place that exists today. She died in 2004 and the hamlet was then taken over by a very good friend of her's who is the current owner. . Repairs and renovations are undertaken where necessary, but the essential essence of the hamlet remains the same as when Fiore was alive. It is the home of her archive and sculptures, which can be seen throughout the grounds and in the various accommodation, of which Casa Luigi is one.

What makes this house unique

It is hard to describe the absolute charm and beauty of Peralta and why I am so passionate about it. I now own it and am as much in love with it as Fiore before me. Every corner has its surprises, small details to delight the eye. The wisterias and bougainvilleas offer vibrant colour and essential shade. The views are wonderful, changing with the light, with the weather, with the season. Sunsets are magic. Early morning mist lying in the valley. The sight of Corsica on a clear day. The large bronze sculpture of 'The Phoenix' on the main terrace about to fly off over the valley. Fiore used to say it signifies 'Peralta rising from the ashes'. The many sculptures Fiore left for visitors to enjoy on the terraces. Her private gallery which I love to show to guests and one evening a week, at aperitivo time, I invite any guests staying at Peralta to a viewing of the gallery and Fiore's original house I hope many visitors will find their way to Peralta and enjoy it as much I do ......... possibly even fall in love with it! Dinah Voisin

Camaiore house rental - Hamlet of Peralta. Casa Luigi is top right.

Hamlet of Peralta. Casa Luigi is top right.

Casa Luigi's south facing terrace

Casa Luigi's south facing terrace

Peralta's swimming pool.

Peralta's swimming pool.

Casa Luigi's kitchen

Casa Luigi's kitchen

Another Living Room in Casa Luigi

Another Living Room in Casa Luigi

Dining area under the vine

Dining area under the vine

One of the double bedrooms

One of the double bedrooms

Twin or double bedroom

Twin or double bedroom

Casa Luigi in autumn colours

Casa Luigi in autumn colours

Living room leading to kitchen

Living room leading to kitchen

Pathway to Casa Luigi

Pathway to Casa Luigi

on the way through Peralta to Casa Luigi

on the way through Peralta to Casa Luigi

Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom

Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom

Kitchen

Kitchen

terrace

terrace

living room seen from kitchen

living room seen from kitchen

living room leading to kitchen

living room leading to kitchen

stone stairs

stone stairs

Twin or double bedroom

Twin or double bedroom

leaving Peralta

leaving Peralta

Nearest Airport : Pisa at 35 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry : Livorno at 45 Kilometres
Nearest Train : Viareggio at 15 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway : A12 (Genoa/Livorno/Florence) at 12 Kilometres
Nearest Beach : beach at 15 Kilometres
Car: recommended

Peralta is a hillside hamlet situated in the northern part of Tuscany, on the slopes of the Alpi Apuane (national park), 10 minutes from the market town of Camaiore which, in turn, is 10 minutes inland from the coast Lucca is a 35 minute drive to the south. Motorway exit is 20 mins, making day trips easy: Siena (2 hrs), Carrara & its marble mines (45 mins). You can drive into the Carrara mountains - or go to the beach - the closest is Viareggio, the most popular Forte dei Marmi (35 mins). The Cinque Terre are one hour away - one can drive to La Spezia or Porto Venere and visit them by boat - the ferry service is frequent..Shopping in the area (Lucca/Florence/Forte dei Marmi) is legendary! The sculptors' town of Pietrasanta is only 20 minutes away. Peralta is Ideally situated for the Puccini Festival (40 minutes away). - open air opera Festival taking place in July and August at Torre del Lago. Airports: Pisa 45 mins - Florence 1 hr. Genoa 1 hr.40mins - Bologna 2hrs

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental rates for this holiday house in Camaiore, Versilia

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Rental Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Rate Minimum Stay
 
22 Jun 2013 - 12 Jul 2013
€290
€290
€1,895
4 nights
 
extra night: €290    
 
13 Jul 2013 - 23 Aug 2013
€350
€350
€2,350
4 nights
 
extra night: €350    
 
24 Aug 2013 - 6 Sep 2013
€290
€290
€1,895
4 nights
 
extra night: €290    
 
7 Sep 2013 - 27 Sep 2013
€250
€250
€1,590
4 nights
 
extra night: €250    
 
28 Sep 2013 - 11 Oct 2013
€180
€180
€1,115
4 nights
 
extra night: €180    
 
12 Oct 2013 - 26 Oct 2013
€170
€170
€995
4 nights
 
extra night: €170    

Notes

  • OUR PRICES ARE IN EUROS but payment can be in euros or sterling (taking the high street bank exchange rate on day of payment)- Please contact us for details and our website address.
    Booking dates are flexible minimum stay 4 nights.
  • Electricity is extra in the winter months. Taken by meter reading and paying electricity board prices. Oil filled electric radiators with thermostats.
    Hot water for all three bathrooms is solar powered and constant.
  • Bed linen and towels are included in rental rates.
    Change of sheets, towels, etc weekly.
    There is a cleaning/laundry charge of 75 euros at the end of your stay.

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday house in Camaiore in Versilia

Property Type:
  • house (detached)
Meals:
  • Self-catering
Location Type:
  • near the sea
  • rural
Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Family
General:
  • Telephone
  • Internet
  • Iron & Board
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Parking
  • Firewood
  • Linens Provided
  • Computer Available
  • Towels Provided
  • Hair Dryer
  • Wireless Internet
  • Washing Machine
Kitchen:
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Coffee Maker
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Dishwasher
  • 4 Ring Stove
Dining:
  • Dining Room
  • seating for 8 people
Bathrooms:
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 1 Separate WC
  • Bathroom - Toilet
    Bathroom - Toilet , Shower Enclosure
    Bathroom - Toilet , Shower Enclosure
    Bathroom - Toilet , Shower Enclosure
  • Abundant supply of hot water in all bathrooms (solar powered with electric backup). Tank of 300 litres so you don't have to worry about hot water running short! The two double bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms. The two twin (or double) bedrooms share a bathroom.
Bedrooms:
  • 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
  • Bedroom - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed
    Bedroom - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed
    Bedroom - 2 Single Bed
    Bedroom - 2 Single Bed
  • The two bedrooms that have 2 single beds in each room can also be made up as doubles.
Entertainment:
  • DVD Player
  • CD Player
  • Television
Outside:
  • Barbecue
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Suitability:
  • pets considered
  • children welcome
  • not suitable for elderly or infirm
  • wheelchair inaccessible
Pool / Spa:
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Communal Pool
Leisure Activities:
  • walking
  • horse riding
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • fishing
  • tennis
  • golf
Notes:
The house is on 3 floors: Ground floor: 2 Living rooms, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher - large refrigerator with separate freezer - gas 4 burner hob and oven - dining area at end of kitchen. Wash room with WC, basin, washing machine. First floor: 2 double bedrooms with en suite shower rooms, WC. Second floor: 2 twin bedded rooms sharing a shower room, WC. All rooms have views over the valley towards the sea. Large terrace with wonderful view, table seating up to 10 under shade, deck chairs/sun loungers. In the main season children 10 years and over & babies only please. October to May we are happy to have children of all ages. This rule is because our guests come to Peralta expecting a peaceful, tranquil holiday, and this is not compatible with younger children who naturally want to run, play and make quite a lot of noise especially around the pool. We have a cook at Peralta who is happy to prepare food for guests to heat up in their house. List of dishes available.

Reviews for this holiday house rental in Camaiore, Italy

Tuscan stone house set in olive groves on hillside. Superb sea views
average rating of 4.857143 based on 8 reviews
business
Tuscan stone house set in olive groves on hillside. Superb sea views
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p1597
+39 393 171 7246
Camaiore Versilia
HR GuestBook
5

Comments from Owner Guestbook

  • 5 out of 5
  • Review Submitted: 06-Dec-2007
  • Date of Stay: Dec 2007
To anyone considering a stay at the Hamlet of Peralta, and the Casa Luigi there in particular, I can only say you are in for a completely delightful experience! We were 8 guests in all, plus a baby, and Casa Luigi provided us with all the space and privacy we needed, along with the most perfect patio for relaxing and having all our meals together, overlooking the verdant Tuscan valley. The bouganvilla covered stone buildings, swimming pool overlooking the valley, charming bar, superb Tuscan cuisine offered a few evenings a week, beautiful sculpture at every turn, fireflies and stars at night...it was serenity at its very best! And such friendly people helping us at every turn, from getting bags up the hill, offering advise on local hiking trails, providing for many sundry needs...all these things added up to a relaxing, fun, and wonderful vacation... (Carla Reed)
Helpful votes: 27/31
business
Tuscan stone house set in olive groves on hillside. Superb sea views
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p1597
+39 393 171 7246
Camaiore Versilia
Owner Submitted Review
-1

Unique place, unforgettable atmosphere

  • Review Submitted: 30-Dec-2011
  • Date of Stay: Aug 2011
We have stayed in Peralta two times. First time three years ago with a baby girl aged one and a girl aged 12. We lived in La Foresteria, which is a very charming and special house with two terraces. There is a lot of space for one family here. One nice pergola outside the kitchen area, where we had all our meals and one balcony on the first floor with a view we have not found any other place in Tuscany. And we have been in the region seven times. It is just magical and you feel like beiing on the top of the world when you relax and enjoy the sundown while sipping on a glas of rosso. You actually look down at the fireworks in the valley from this balcony! This year we travelled with my brothers family. They have two boys aged 11 and 14. The eleven year old simply said: "this is the most fantastic place I ever have been to,I want to come back thousand of times". All the children fell in love with Peralta, also thanks to the dogs Elly and Frankie, which came to the house every day and played with the children.We stayed in Casa Luigi. The antique house has four big bedrooms, living room, library, three bathrooms and a laundry room. The kitchen is perfectly located on the ground floor and you have an amazing view while you are cooking. The location almost makes it fun to wash the dishes... (there is a dishwasher as well). There is plenty of space in front of the house and we spent every evening on this terrace. We loved Casa Luigi and it is an excellent house for family holidays. We have to mention the svimming pool. It is situated on the top, above the hamlet, and has the most spectacular location I have experienced for any swimming pool. It is not big, but the area and sourroundings makes it unique. If you are seeking a holiday away from it all, but at the same time close to the beaches and towns and sights, this is the place. You will never forget it. Thanks a lot to the staff for great hospitality and Laura who made such wonderful meals for us during our stay.
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Tuscan stone house set in olive groves on hillside. Superb sea views
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p1597
+39 393 171 7246
Camaiore Versilia
5

Amazing View!

  • 5 out of 5
  • Review Submitted: 08-Sep-2011
  • Date of Stay: Aug 2011
We just arrived back in Chicago from our trip to Italy. Staying at Perlata was amazing. Staff was great, house we shared amazing, view only God can create! Wonderful place to share time with dear friends and family!
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Tuscan stone house set in olive groves on hillside. Superb sea views
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p1597
+39 393 171 7246
Camaiore Versilia
5

Magique !

  • 5 out of 5
  • Review Submitted: 31-Aug-2011
  • Date of Stay: Aug 2011
Nous avons passé un excellent moment à Peralta. Le site est sublime, calme (pas de voiture), le village escapé, taillé dans la roche. La piscine partagée par les locataires présente une vue sublime sur les champs d'oliviers et la mer en fond de vue. Bref, nous étions deux familles (2 adultes et 2 enfants chacun) et nous avons savouré de délicieux moments entre balades (très bons conseils de Kate et Dinah) et piscine. C'est simplement beau et apaisant. Depuis peu je crois, il y a un accès au wi-fi. Juste un conseil, éviter d'avoir une grosse voiture pour le dernier virage en arrivant ds le village. Evitez l'arrivée de nuit !! On s'y fait je vous rassure...
Recommended for:  Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Tuscan stone house set in olive groves on hillside. Superb sea views
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p1597
+39 393 171 7246
Camaiore Versilia
4

Casa Luigi

  • 4 out of 5
  • Review Submitted: 23-Jul-2011
  • Date of Stay: Jun 2011
Wir verbrachten zwei wunderbare Wochen in Casa Luigi. Die Lage des Ortes ist einzigartig und die Aussicht von der Terrasse und vom Pool ist atemberaubend. Ein äußerst ruhiger und friedlicher Ort, an dem man sich perfekt erholen kann. Wir waren zu acht und hatten mehr als genug Platz für alle. Das Haus ist gut ausgestattet, sehr sauber und die Küche bietet alle erforderlichen Küchenutensilien. Die Städte Lucca und Pisa sind einfach und schnell zu erreichen und in Camaiore kann man sich mit allen notwendigen Lebensmitteln eindecken. Kate und ihre Mitarbeiter sind äußerst hilfsbereit, wenn es darum geht Gepäck oder Einkäufe vom Parkplatz zum Haus zu schaffen, oder ein Abendessen zu organisieren. Tipp: unbedingt die Kochkünste von Laura ausprobieren – es lohnt sich!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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