ID-Casa Tartarughe
A Hillside Haven of Light, Stillness, and Timeless Charm
In a quiet fold of a hillside village, where stone paths weave gently between ancient walls, this home rests like a whispered secret. The approach feels timeless—narrow lanes paved with history guiding you toward wide views of rolling hills, forested ridges, and the pale shimmer of olive leaves. Chestnut trees stand in soft clusters, their branches tracing the changing seasons against the sky.
The house rises over three graceful floors, its stone-faced walls and warm wooden accents inviting a sense of calm from the moment you enter. Light pours through high-set glass panels, illuminating the interiors with a gentle glow that shifts from morning gold to evening amber, capturing the romance of the surrounding landscape.
Purchased from us roughly a decade ago, the property has since been cherished and refined. The owner—a builder who created this home for his own family—infused every detail with skill, intention, and a quiet devotion to quality. The result is a home that feels both deeply rooted and beautifully renewed.
On the lower ground floor, a spacious kitchen blends rustic stone and brick with the ease of modern appliances. From here, the dining and living area opens to the upper garden—a serene terrace covered for shade and comfort. Here evenings unfold slowly, accompanied by the glow of a woodfired pizza oven, the warmth of a BBQ, and the soft murmur of breeze through the trees.
Two bathrooms, each with a refreshing shower, serve the home—one on the lower floor and the other beside the two guest bedrooms tucked beneath the eaves. The middle floor holds the largest bedroom, peaceful and embracing, a sanctuary at the heart of the house. Beautifully crafted wooden stairs connect each level, their polished steps echoing the home’s quiet character.
Outside, the above-ground pool rests on a gently terraced rise, embraced by a wooden deck with space for sun loungers. Though modest in size, it mirrors the sky and offers the perfect refuge on warm afternoons. As dusk settles, lights from the deck and soft lanterns create a dreamy, lingering glow—the kind that makes conversations stretch late into the night.
The surroundings are a tapestry of scent and sound: wild herbs warming in the sun, birds singing from hidden perches, the whisper of wind threading through the valley. In autumn, the early morning mist drifts like a pale river across the landscape, a scene that feels almost painted—ephemeral, poetic, unforgettable.
A gentle 30-minute walk above the house leads to Rifugio Fiori, now under new management and a delightful pause amid woodland paths. Meanwhile, the elegant spa town of Bagni di Lucca lies just 6 km away, close enough for comfort yet distant enough to preserve the tranquility that defines this home.
Parking awaits at the front of the property, where each arrival feels like a homecoming.
