This vacation home places you within a 15-minute drive of Walls of Lucca and Sanctuary of Santa Gemma. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
International Academy of Italian Cuisine - 12 min drive - 1.6 miles
Walls of Lucca - 18 min drive - 4.2 miles
Piazza Napoleone - 22 min drive - 5.1 miles
Guinigi Tower - 26 min drive - 5.8 miles
Leaning Tower - 41 min drive - 13.1 miles
Getting around
Lucca Station - 15 min drive
Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 14 min drive
Leos Pizzeria - 12 min drive
Villa Cheli - 14 min drive
Buralli - 13 min drive
Da lldo - 12 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
World's Unique property with openable roof
Description This exceptional villa with openable roof is located in an exceptional and secluded property of 10 hectares of olive groves and woods on the nearest hills of Lucca, 10 minutes from its historic centre, 200 meters above the city. It is built of white marble against a white marble hillside. The ubiquitous panoramic view is everywhere simply extraordinary even from the pool, its gazebo and terraces. It is a jewel of contemporary architecture and technology immersed in Tuscan nature
The interior The Architecture is very bright and transparent. It is thought in total harmony with nature which is omnipresent. The interior is organized around a spectacular staircase represented as a yellow dazzling evening dress. Architecture, furniture, lamps, sculptures, almost everything has been conceived, designed and custom made for the villa by their owners. Sculptures from the wife are exposed inside and outside.
Villetta Farfallina is laid out over three floors and is composed of a fully-equipped open-style kitchen, Living and dining room area on the main floor, two bedrooms and bathroom on the lower level and a master suite with bathroom and sitting room on the upper level.
The Hydraulic roof The two wings of the roof open at a 30° angle like the wings of a butterfly. The two wings totalling 60 square meters open with 4 hydraulic pistons. This allows natural ventilation to cool the house and brings to the villa a very unique magic sensation of literally sleeping under the stars.
The external side The Villa offers three private terraces plus the pool terrace, all where you can enjoy at night a splendid view of the lights of the city of Lucca and its surroundings. The first on the main level has a dining table and barbecue to enjoy outdoor dining, another with an outdoor heated and illuminated pool, then there is a further terrace and private garden with gazebo and deck chairs. All for the exclusive use of the guests of the Villa.
The swimming pool Guests staying at Villetta Farfallina share only the swimming pool with the owner. Usually, the owners do not use the pool while the guests use it. The pool is overflowing, has an area of 70 square meters, is 26 meters long and has a depth of 1.20 meters. It includes an area for swimming, another larger area for playing, and a Jacuzzi area. At any point of the pool, as well as from its terrace you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the city of Lucca. The whole property consists of two constructions, both with openable roofs. This dream place is a laboratory, designed by the owners, who are famous architects, artist and designer. The property has been awarded one of the most ecological and exceptional homes in Italy by TV channel "National Geographic" in "Case piu verde d'Italia, It also won the Architectural award “EXPO STONE AWARD 2015” together with the “Freedom tower world trade center” in New York and the “Bridge tower” in London.
Surruondings The place is ideal for long excursions. From the hill behind the house you can admire the plain of Pisa, Livorno, as well as Elba Islands and Corsica by good weather.
Access A car is essential and ample parking is available. It is advisable to drive or inform the driver of the vehicle that the vehicle itself must be within 2 meters wide, if necessary, with closed mirrors for wide cars to be able to pass through a straight (20 meters long) in the street before reaching the property.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,884 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 1:30 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Please NOTE for this particular 2020 season the cancellation policy is up to 3 days before arrival with a 100% reimbursement.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 3-17
Events
Events allowed: birthday parties
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 1:30 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed USD 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Lucca, close to Piazza Napoleone, Piazza San Michele, and Walls of Lucca. You'll also find Guinigi Tower and Lucca City Hall within a short drive.
Is a spa located at this vacation home?
Spa services at the vacation home include massages.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA), which is 24.7 mi away (38 minutes by car).
World's Unique property with openable roof Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Sebastian R.
Apr 15, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Ein Haus als Designobjekt
Für 1-2 Paare perfekt, ggf. mit Kindern (Durchgangszimmer!).
Sehr schick und stylisch. Wie oft gehen mit „Style“ aber auch ein paar Probleme einher. Wir würden wiederkommen!