Farmhouse Villa Monica | Montecarlo (Lucca - Tuscany)

Where we are

The farmhouse Villa Monica is located in the heart of Tuscany, considered one of the most beautiful regions in the world, thanks to the beauty of the area and quality of life.
From the peaks of the Apennines to the sea of Tirreno, through the campaign, the art cities and medieval towns, all within a few kilometers easily achievable by car, bus or train. In addition there are two major airports in Tuscany, at Pisa and Florence .

How to reach us

The highway exit to reach the farmhouse Villa Monica is Altopascio, on the A11 Firenze-Mare.

Follow directions for Lucca turning right; after 500 mt. from the highway exit you will find a rotary, keep your right and always follow the directions for Lucca (not Montecarlo because the road is longer). Follow Viale Europa all the way, to the traffic light turn right and pass the railroad crossing, keep on going straight on Via Romana , following the signs for Lucca.

Continue straight along Via Romana for about 2.5 km, until you get to store agricultural machinery "Tarabori" and after about 200 meters. turn right into Via Romana Vecchia and take the first intersection, turn onto Via Romana Trav.1

Places to visit

= art

= nature

= fun


FIRENZE Distance: 60 km	LUCCA Distance: 15 Km	SIENA Distance: 100 Km
The cradle of the Renaissance, is incomparable in the world with regard to art. Lots of places to visit, palaces, exhibitions, gardens and picturesque corners of the city, including Ponte Vecchio (photo) For more informations: http://www.firenzeturismo.it/	A major art cities of Italy, famous for its intact city walls to walk and its numerous churches. Convenient to explore by bicycle, visiting alleys and squares. For more informations: http://www.turismo.provincia.lucca.it	Among the hills and the thousand medieval villages of Tuscany stands the beautiful city of Siena, universally known for its artistic heritage and the famous Palio. It is a UNESCO "World Heritage Site". For more informations: http://www.comune.siena.it/ilturista/


PISA Distance: 40 Km	PISTOIA Distance: 30 Km	MONTECARLO Distance: 5 Km
Do not miss one of wonders of the world, the Piazza dei Miracoli with its unmistakable landmark, the Tower of Pisa. A city rich in art and culture, visited with the characteristic ferry boat along the river Arno. For more informations: http://www.pisaturismo.it	Beautiful city full of monuments and Romanesque and Renaissance churches, quiet and surrounded by the nature of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines. Do not miss the charming zoo with species from around the world. For more informations: http://www.turismo.pistoia.it/	Walled medieval village, with its castle overlooking the surrounding area. Famous for its wine and many other agricultural products, is an obligatory destination for lovers of good food. For more informations: http://www.comune.montecarlo.lu.it/


COLLODI Distance: 10 Km	VERSILIA Distance: 45 Km	GARFAGNANA Distance: 20 Km
Who don't knows Pinocchio and his creator, Carlo Collodi? In the city that bears its name is a must visit Pinocchio Park (photo) and the beautiful Garden Garzoni with a collection of butterflies from around the world. For more informations: http://www.pinocchio.it/	Versilia offers a splendid sea at the foot of the Apuan Alps, with many miles of beach. And the fun continues at night with lots of locals all along the coast that are filled after sunset. For more informations: http://www.aptversilia.it/	The charm of nature is the ultimate expression in this part of Tuscany, full of ancient villages, forests, rivers, lakes, trails and, why not, good foods (photo on Devil's Bridge). For more informations: http://www.ingarfagnana.com


QUERCIONE Distanza: 5 Km	VOLTERRA Distanza: 70 Km	SAN GIMIGNANO Distanza: 70 Km
Monumental oak tree whose age is about 500 years, the height of 14 meters, the circumference of 4 mt. and the opening of branches more than 30 mt. Wonderful place, the haunt of romantic encounters but also full of legends and mysteries ... Per saperne di più: http://www.comune.montecarlo.lu.it/	Etruscan city that still retains many medieval features, including the walls and several splendid palaces. The views of the Pisan hills and working in alabaster are other reasons why it's worth a visit! Per saperne di più: http://www.comune.volterra.pi.it/	A medieval village whose structure has remained virtually unchanged from the original 200-300. Much loved and visited by tourists, is famous for his 16 towers survive to our days Per saperne di più: http://www.comune.sangimignano.si.it/