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Camaiore property rental - The Hamlet of Peralta

The Hamlet of Peralta

Peralta's swimming pool

Peralta's swimming pool

Peralta's swimming pool

Peralta's swimming pool

Peralta - arriving towards main terrace

Peralta - arriving towards main terrace

Peralta's main terrace

Peralta's main terrace

STUDIOLO - living room

STUDIOLO - living room

STUDIOLO

STUDIOLO

STUDIOLO - another bedroom

STUDIOLO - another bedroom

STUDIOLO - bedroom

STUDIOLO - bedroom

STUDIOLO attic/loft bedroom

STUDIOLO attic/loft bedroom

Studiolo - kitchen window

Studiolo - kitchen window

Studiolo - terrace

Studiolo - terrace

Peralta typical double or (2 singles) bedroom

Peralta typical double or (2 singles) bedroom

Gemelli - terrace

Gemelli - terrace

Gemelli - terrace

Gemelli - terrace

Gemelli - double bedroom

Gemelli - double bedroom

Gemelli - dining area

Gemelli - dining area

Gemelli - living room with wood stove

Gemelli - living room with wood stove

Gemelli - living room

Gemelli - living room

GEMELLI - view from living room

GEMELLI - view from living room

Peralta - path from Peralta to carpark

Peralta - path from Peralta to carpark

A Peralta terrace in spring time.

A Peralta terrace in spring time.

Fiore's sculpture 'The Mask'

Fiore's sculpture 'The Mask'

  • Per night €2,090 - €2,745
USD Conversion (ESTIMATED)
Per night (USD) $2,704 - $3,552
  • Bedrooms17
  • Sleeps30
  • 1 Bathroom

Photos and Description of the Camaiore vacation rental
Secluded and peaceful yet with easy access for sightseeing. Panoramic views.

The two apartments described below are part of the beautiful peaceful hamlet of Peralta, located in a spectacular setting in the Tuscan hills that rise high above the valley of Camaiore. 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. There is a swimming pool on an upper terrace with a panoramic view towards the sea. 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.

The hamlet was restored with great love and imagination by international sculptor Fiore de Henriquez. She created a place that is quite unique and very inspiring for anyone with creative tendancies. Peralta was Fiore's 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.

We are surrounded by 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.

Peralta offers various self catering accommodation sleeping from 2 to 8 and 4 additional bedrooms with bathrooms. As described more fully further down the page, the whole hamlet sleeps 30 or so and can be booked in its entirety for parties. Many a family party or important birthday has been celebrated here!

A previous guest offered this description of Peralta :

'The atmosphere is relaxed, the staff have a rare quality of being there but conspicuously absent unless needed. This adds to the quietude of the place, giving a feel of personal space and privacy. It has a sense of a well-run hotel, without the formality, and the ambiance of a private villa without the expense. I was fortunate to have cast an eye over a few of the other properties available; all are very well appointed and would not fail to please.

Whether you’re wanting to collect your thoughts, explore the region, write a novel, or paint a masterpiece this has to be the place to visit.'

Details for The Hamlet of Peralta 17 Bedrooms, Sleeps 30, 1 Bathroom

The hamlet of Peralta can sleep up to 30 people. It is a wonderful place for a family reunion, special birthday or any occasion where people would like to be together. It is also ideal for workshops/conferences, etc. Everyone can be together when they choose, and yet have their own accommodation and cooking facilities for privacy. It has 17 bedrooms, 9 of which can be either twin or double and the remainder double only. These bedrooms are in self catering houses & apartments - five of them with en suite bathrooms have no kitchens but fridges. You can book the whole hamlet or simply the amount of bedrooms required by your party. The services of a local cook are available if and when it suits you. We are happy to help with any arrangements to make organisation of a large group of people easy: Taxis, minibus + driver, eating at Peralta or locally, day trips, etc. Our swimming pool and our terraces, all with superb views, are ideal for relaxing: Please ask for our website address.
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Why Kate or Dinah chose Camaiore

Intenrational sculptor Fiore de Henriquez lived in the area of Camaiore 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 who owns it today. 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.

What makes this 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 property rental - The Hamlet of Peralta

The Hamlet of Peralta

Peralta's swimming pool

Peralta's swimming pool

Peralta's swimming pool

Peralta's swimming pool

Peralta - arriving towards main terrace

Peralta - arriving towards main terrace

Peralta's main terrace

Peralta's main terrace

STUDIOLO - living room

STUDIOLO - living room

STUDIOLO

STUDIOLO

STUDIOLO - another bedroom

STUDIOLO - another bedroom

STUDIOLO - bedroom

STUDIOLO - bedroom

STUDIOLO attic/loft bedroom

STUDIOLO attic/loft bedroom

Studiolo - kitchen window

Studiolo - kitchen window

Studiolo - terrace

Studiolo - terrace

Peralta typical double or (2 singles) bedroom

Peralta typical double or (2 singles) bedroom

Gemelli - terrace

Gemelli - terrace

Gemelli - terrace

Gemelli - terrace

Gemelli - double bedroom

Gemelli - double bedroom

Gemelli - dining area

Gemelli - dining area

Gemelli - living room with wood stove

Gemelli - living room with wood stove

Gemelli - living room

Gemelli - living room

GEMELLI - view from living room

GEMELLI - view from living room

Peralta - path from Peralta to carpark

Peralta - path from Peralta to carpark

A Peralta terrace in spring time.

A Peralta terrace in spring time.

Fiore's sculpture 'The Mask'

Fiore's sculpture 'The Mask'

Nearest Airport : Pisa at 35 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry : Livorno at 40 Kilometres
Nearest Train : Viareggio at 15 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway : A11/A12 Genoa/Livornio/Florence at 12 Kilometres
Nearest Beach : Viareggio at 15 Kilometres
Nearest Barpub : Bar Pizzeria da Pietro, Pieve di Camaiore at 2 Kilometres
Nearest Restaurant : Pieve di Camaiore at 2 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 min from the market town of Camaiore which, in turn, is 10 min inland from the coast.

Lucca is a 35 min drive to the south.

The A12/A11 autoroute exit is 20 min, making day trips to Siena (2 h), Carrara & its marble mines (45 min) very easy.

You can drive into the Carrara mountains - or go to the beach - the closest is Viareggio, the most popular Forte dei Marmi (35 min or so). 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 min away.

Peralta is Ideally situated for the Puccini Festival (40 min away). Open air opera Festival taking place in July and August at Torre del Lago.

We have a mountain of information and suggestions for our guests, including directions for walks, when and where local markets happen, brocante markets,' must visit' places and restaurants, our favourite mountain drive, etc etc

Peralta feels wonderfully remote and secluded and yet is, in fact, very accessible.

In the daytime, there is always someone on site to help with all inquiries regarding day trips, ferry times, advice on this and that.

Airports: Pisa 45 min, Florence 1 h, Genoa 1 h, 40min - Bologna 2 h.

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Rental Rates for this vacation rental in Camaiore, Italy

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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
May 25 2013 - Jun 21 2013
€2,390
€2,390
2 Nights
 
extra night: €2,390    
 
Jun 22 2013 - Jul 12 2013
€2,745
€2,745
2 Nights
 
extra night: €2,745    
 
Aug 24 2013 - Sep 6 2013
€2,745
€2,745
2 Nights
 
extra night: €2,745    
 
Sep 7 2013 - Sep 27 2013
€2,390
€2,390
2 Nights
 
extra night: €2,390    
 
Sep 28 2013 - Oct 11 2013
€2,090
€2,090
2 Nights
 
extra night: €2,090    

Notes

  • Discount of 7% for 3 nights or more.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation rental in Camaiore, Italy

Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Location Type:
  • Rural
  • Village
Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Romantic
General:
  • Washing Machine
  • Firewood
  • Towels Provided
  • Iron & Board
  • PC
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Linens Provided
  • Internet
  • Hair Dryer
  • Wireless Internet
  • Mobile Phone
  • Basic Soaps
Kitchen:
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Ice Maker
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Refrigerator
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 -
Bedrooms:
  • 17 Bedrooms, Sleeps 30
Entertainment:
  • Audio Tape Player
  • Stereo
Outside:
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Beach Towels
  • Patio
  • Beach Chairs
Suitability:
  • unsuitable for elderly or infirm
  • pets considered
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • Events Allowed
  • children welcome
Pool / Spa:
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Communal Pool
Attractions:
  • waterfalls
  • restaurants
  • churches
  • ruins
  • autumn foliage
  • forests
  • coin laundry
  • museums
  • caves
Leisure Activities:
  • scenic drives
  • walking
  • horseback riding
  • sight seeing
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • groceries
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • tennis
  • fishing
  • swimming
Notes: We have a local cook who is happy to prepare meals for a party of people, or 'take away' dishes that can be heated up in the accommodation. The accommodation is varied and offers many options for groups of people.

Reviews for this vacation rental in Camaiore, Italy

The Hamlet of Peralta
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The Hamlet of Peralta
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p804929?uni_id=1159010
+39 393 171 7246
Camaiore Versilia
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
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Unforgettable and wonderful experience

Submitted: December 30, 2011 Stayed: July 2011
This was one of those holiday experiences that will always stay with us. We came to Europe from the New Zealand winter, discovered Peralta online and booked it at the last minute. Everything about it was sublime. Our house (Casa Giovanni) was perfect – private, beautifully furnished, artfully decorated, very comfortable, and with expansive views you can gaze at endlessly. The hamlet is peaceful, charming, and its long history fascinating. Its relative isolation makes it all the more special, and the road in is not as dire as it might sound (when you have conquered it once, and provided you have a small car!). The walks are delightful, and the local flora fascinating. The store down the road provides wonderful locally grown produce. We felt very welcome, and so at home. Our stay here with family members was all too short. We would love to return for a longer time to settle into its benign ambiance.
Helpful votes: 1/1
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The Hamlet of Peralta
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p804929?uni_id=1159010
+39 393 171 7246
Camaiore Versilia
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
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50th Birthday Party to remember

Submitted: December 30, 2011 Stayed: October 2011
I came to Peralta with friends for my 50th birthday; l couldn't have chosen a more beautiful place, in a more stunning location. It is undescribly beautiful. The logistics of organising the event, getting 30 people there, collected at various times from the airport, staying different numbers of nights (changing their minds on how long and which accommodation they wanted), and several with various dietary needs, could have been a nightmare, but Kate made it all go wonderfully smoothly. We felt like we owned the place - and what a place. Every house, every room has it's own character and charm, with beautiful views, lovely individual furniture and little touches. The houses are all well equipped and very comfortable. The description of the place can not do it justice. All the art around the place and gardens and pool make it so special, as do the staff for whom nothing is too much trouble, and yet you don't notice they are there most of the time. We had a sit down meal for all of us on one night and the food was better than you'd get in most good restuarants. All my guests were completely blown away with Peralta, and know several are already making plans to return. The location is great, with gorgeous walks from the door, and lovely places to visit only a short drive away. Views of the mountains and sea from the terraces lure you, while the beauty of Peralta itself tempts you to stay put! I have no doubt I will be back.
Helpful votes: 1/1
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