Villa Elisa aerial exterior with formal gardens and terracotta roof, Lucca, Italy

An aerial view reveals Villa Elisa's symmetrical formal gardens, terracotta-roofed manor and outdoor pool set against the wooded Tuscan hillside village of Lucca.

Villa Elisa outdoor lap pool with olive trees and formal garden, Lucca, Italy

Seen from above at golden hour, Villa Elisa's rectangular outdoor pool is lined with sun loungers and mature olive trees, with a sculpted formal garden extending beyond its edge.

Villa Elisa natural pond landscape with weeping willow, Lucca, Tuscany, Italy

A tranquil natural pond on the Villa Elisa estate reflects a large weeping willow and the lush green hills of Lucca beneath a partly cloudy summer sky.

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Villa Elisa outdoor terrace dining for twelve with Tuscan hill views, Lucca, Italy

Villa Elisa poolside garden at dusk with sun loungers and rolling hills, Lucca, Italy

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Villa Elisa

VILLA • LUCCA, TUSCANY, ITALY

9 Bedrooms • 9 Bathrooms • Sleeps 18

Private PoolHot TubSaunaSteam RoomPrivate Chef

Villa Elisa is a nine-bedroom luxury estate in the village of Vorno, outside Lucca in Tuscany, comprising a restored 18th-century main villa and a self-contained guesthouse sleeping up to 18 guests in total. The estate has been recently renovated to a high standard, preserving the historical fabric of the building whilst introducing a full spa facility on the lower ground floor: a heated indoor pool with hydromassage jets, sauna, hammam, treatment room and relaxation area. Outside, the two-hectare garden-park is unusually varied, divided into distinct themed areas and anchored by its own private lake, an 18.5-metre outdoor pool, a tennis court and a working vegetable garden. A chef is included for one meal per day, supplemented by breakfast service, a pizza night each week and wine delivery, with a daily butler, concierge and housekeeping team in residence throughout. The guesthouse adds three further bedrooms with their own living room and kitchen, making the estate well suited to large family groups, multigenerational travel or parties that benefit from a degree of separation between adults and younger guests. Florence is accessible by train from Lucca, Pisa Airport is approximately 26 kilometres away, and sandy beaches at Viareggio are reachable in around 30 minutes by car. Villa Elisa is bookable through CV Villas and sits within their premium portfolio for large-group Tuscan rentals.

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Best time to visit

spring

12-22°Cmar · apr · may

moderate crowdgood value

Late spring, particularly May, combines reliable warmth and full use of the outdoor pool and gardens with lower crowd levels in Lucca and across Tuscany before the summer peak.

moderate crowdgood value

Late spring and early autumn are the strongest seasons for Villa Elisa. May and September bring reliable warmth, manageable visitor numbers in Lucca and full outdoor use of the estate. July and August are hot and busy regionally but the villa's indoor spa and shaded garden-park make the heat manageable. Winter is mild by Tuscan standards and Lucca is quieter, though peak summer festivals and beach access are unavailable.

winter

dec · jan · feb

Cool and occasionally wet, with average daytime temperatures that rarely drop below freezing. Lucca and the surrounding hills can be atmospheric in winter, with far fewer visitors than in the summer months.

5-12°C

low crowdexcellent value

Winter availability is generally good and rates are at their lowest. The outdoor pool may not be heated or in use during the coldest months; verify with the booking partner before confirming.

spring

Recommended

mar · apr · may

Mild and increasingly warm, with May bringing reliably pleasant conditions and the Tuscan countryside at its greenest. Rain is possible in March and April but clears by late spring.

12-22°C

moderate crowdgood value

May in particular books quickly for large-group villas in the Lucca area. Booking three to six months ahead is advisable for the best availability.

summer

jun · jul · aug

Hot and sunny with temperatures regularly exceeding 30°C in July and August. Humidity can build in the valley. The Tuscan coast and hill towns are busy throughout.

24-34°C

peak crowdpremium value

July and August are the most in-demand weeks for Villa Elisa. Book six to twelve months ahead for peak summer. Note that barbecuing in the grounds may be restricted during dry periods; the villa's pizza oven and outdoor kitchen provide alternatives.

autumn

sep · oct · nov

September remains warm and largely dry, making it one of the most pleasant months to visit. October cools noticeably and November can be wet, though the countryside is striking in autumn colour.

10-24°C

moderate crowdgood value

September remains popular and should be booked several months in advance. October and November offer good availability and lower rates, with the truffle season adding genuine culinary interest to the region.

Why we chose it

The detail that separates Villa Elisa from comparable large Tuscan villas is the lower-ground spa suite: a full hammam, sauna, hydromassage pool and dedicated treatment room built into the historic fabric of the building rather than added as an afterthought in a converted outbuilding. Most nine-bedroom villas at this price point offer a hot tub on the terrace; this one offers a serious wellness facility guests rarely need to leave. The two-hectare garden-park with its own lake is also unusual in this region, where land this generous this close to Lucca is rare. Unlike most large group villas in Tuscany, the separate guesthouse provides genuine functional separation without sacrificing the sense of a shared estate.

Reviewed by The Chosen Stay · 2026

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01The Architecture

Villa Elisa is an 18th-century estate that has undergone a thorough recent renovation, retaining its period exterior while introducing contemporary interiors and modern infrastructure throughout. The main villa is arranged across three floors above ground, with a lower ground floor that houses the spa. The guesthouse sits within the grounds as a self-contained structure, comfortable and well-appointed though built to…

02The Interior

The six bedrooms in the main villa are each named by colour and finished with individual character: the Pink room has a super-king bed and a full en-suite bathroom; the Blue and Orange rooms offer king beds with shower rooms; the Yellow and Turquoise rooms have super-king beds with en-suite shower rooms; and the Green room completes the upper floors…

03The Outdoor

The outdoor pool measures 18.5 metres by 6 metres at a uniform depth of 1.40 metres, with built-in entry steps, pool towels and an outdoor shower. The two-hectare garden-park is divided into distinct themed areas, each with a different planting character, and includes the property's own lake. A tennis court sits within the grounds alongside a working vegetable garden, a…

04The Location

Villa Elisa sits in Vorno, a quiet village in the Lucca hills, with restaurants at 300 metres, 1 kilometre and 1.4 kilometres on foot, and further shops and services in the village of Guamo at 3 kilometres. Lucca itself is 10.3 kilometres away: its intact Renaissance walls, medieval streets and well-preserved churches make it one of the most complete historic…

05Ideal For

Villa Elisa is built for large groups who want a full-service estate rather than a self-catered rental. Three generations travelling together will find the guesthouse separation genuinely useful. Families with young children are well catered for with the play area, cot, highchair and dedicated children's facilities. Couples or smaller parties celebrating milestone events have the gazebo and wedding reception infrastructure.…

Amenities

Private PoolHot TubSaunaAir ConditioningHeatingWiFiTennis CourtWine CellarCribHigh ChairPlaygroundSteam RoomBilliardsTable TennisFire PitPrivate ChefConciergeHousekeepingLaundryWasherDryerDishwasherCoffee MachineOutdoor Shower

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TheChosenStay's Guide

dining

Ristorante Buca di Sant'Antonio

Lucca's most storied restaurant has been serving Tuscan classics in the same historic rooms since 1782. Book ahead and ask for the wild boar or the stuffed pasta with local truffles.

15 minutes by car

experience

Puccini Festival, Torre del Lago

The annual open-air opera festival on the shores of Lake Massaciuccoli, held each July and August, is one of Italy's most atmospheric summer events and an easy 30-minute drive from the villa.

30 minutes by car

activities

Lucca city walls cycle circuit

The 4.2-kilometre promenade along Lucca's intact Renaissance ramparts is best done by hired bicycle; the views over the rooftops and the tree-lined walkway at the top are the best introduction to the city.

15 minutes by car

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Frequently Asked

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Villa Elisa is in the village of Vorno in the Lucca area of northern Tuscany, roughly midway between Lucca (10.3km) and Pisa (17.1km). The location places guests within easy reach of the Tuscan coast, Florence and the broader Lucca hills.

A chef is included for one meal per day, plus a pizza night each week. Breakfast service is provided daily. Additional chef services for further meals can be arranged, and the concierge can assist with wine delivery and restaurant bookings nearby.

Minimum stay requirements are confirmed at the time of booking through our booking partner. We recommend checking availability directly for your preferred dates.

Arrival is from 16:00 and departure is by 10:00.

The nearest commercial airport is Pisa Airport (approximately 26km, around 30 minutes by road). Florence Airport is approximately 75km away. For private aviation, Florence Airport (LIRQ) accepts private and charter aircraft directly into the Tuscan region.

Yes. The villa includes a children's play area, cot, highchair, bed guards, children's books, plates, cutlery and toys. The outdoor pool is 1.40 metres at uniform depth, which should be considered when supervising younger children around the water.

Lucca's historic walled centre is 10.3km away and is best explored on foot or by bicycle along the intact Renaissance ramparts. Sandy beaches at Viareggio are 30km by car. Florence is reachable by train from Lucca station. The summer Puccini Opera Festival at Torre del Lago is approximately 30 minutes' drive away.

Late spring (May) and early autumn (September) offer the most balanced combination of warm weather, full use of the outdoor pool and gardens, and lower visitor numbers across the Lucca area. Summer is hot and popular regionally, though the villa's spa and shaded grounds make it very manageable.

The villa is in the village of Vorno, with further amenities in Guamo at approximately 3km. Lucca, the nearest substantial town, is 10.3km away, and Pisa is 17.1km.

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