Submitted: July 11, 2011
Stayed: April 2009
Property Location: World, Europe, Italy, Tuscany, Lucca Area, Piana di Lucca, Capannori
Reviewer NickName: Dawn & Family
Reviewer Location: Heidelberg, Germany
Date of Arrival : Apr 4, 2009
Name on Contract : Dawn White
Review Rating : 5/5
Review Title : 232928 - "Best Vacation We've Ever Had!!!"
"Our week in Tuscany began with a warm welcome from Guiseppe and just got better! Il Gobbo is a beautifully maintained villa with a stunning view over Lucca and the surrounding hills. We enjoyed sipping wine (thoughtfully provided for us from a nearby vineyard) and watching the gorgeous sunsets from the state-of-the-art hot tub! The kids had a fabulous time feeding the horse, swinging, swimming and playing ping pong (sadly, the grass was still growing on the soccer field)! The property is very large and was perfect for our dog since it is fenced.
The villa exuded warmth and authenticity with its beamed ceilings and antique furnishings. We were thrilled to have a dining table that would seat all of us (14). Antonia came twice to make us delicious Italian meals, and she made so much food that we had left overs!
We went into Lucca several times and delighted in bicycling around the ramparts. Both Florence and Pisa were a short drive, but we abandoned our plans for any other sightseeing to remain at Il Gobbo and soak in the Tuscan sun and serenity!
We felt as if we'd experienced Tuscany like a native--so much better than staying at a hotel or resort!! We've already inquired about coming back in the summer...
Grazie Loretta and Guiseppe!
Property Location: World, Europe, Italy, Tuscany, Lucca Area, Piana di Lucca, Capannori
Helpful votes: 2/2
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