Old Silk Road
6 guests
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2 bedrooms, 4 beds
2 bathrooms
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From the moment you approach this elegant apartment in the heart of the walled city, a deep sense of history is tangible. A three-minute walk from the 12th-century San Michele in Foro church, it almost sits right in the shadows of this imposing building. And at just a four-minute stroll from the iconic Torre Guinigi, this home is a base for picture-perfect moments at every turn. As the city is at a crossroads between ancient history and the 21st century, it's very fitting that the apartment’s modern, understated interiors still offer a few nods to the past. Huge windows illuminate the lounge, where a white Scandi-style dining set sits neatly beside an antique sideboard, ornate vases, and rich, timber ceiling beams. Clean, fresh, and simple – a hallmark of Tuscan living – we love the white walls and pale wooden floors making this space feel lofty. From your windows, you’re so close to the sights of the city that you can plan ahead as you sip your cappuccino in the morning. After visiting every landmark, you’ve got boutiques, bars, and enough eateries to satisfy all your culinary desires.
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What to expect
Highlights
![Discover the delights of the walled city, such as the San Michele in Foro church, three minutes away](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/fe1eb434-4e74-47e3-850b-45e0d43f381d/40215204-f78c-4ca7-b99d-2a1256a5be39..jpg?w=480&fit=min)
Discover the delights of the walled city, such as the San Michele in Foro church, three minutes away
![Head to the beach for a day – Viareggio is only seventeen minutes by train](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/fe1eb434-4e74-47e3-850b-45e0d43f381d/06d88ba5-d8e8-40e4-8ca1-78a7edfaac76..jpg?w=480&fit=min)
Head to the beach for a day – Viareggio is only seventeen minutes by train
![Admire original architectural features, like the wooden beamed ceilings](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/fe1eb434-4e74-47e3-850b-45e0d43f381d/775034c8-ab13-49fe-9607-5a7e7c3f4c71.jpg?rect=602%2C0%2C837%2C836&w=480&fit=min)
Admire original architectural features, like the wooden beamed ceilings
![Serve up a sumptuous, Tuscan-inspired meal around the pretty dining table](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/fe1eb434-4e74-47e3-850b-45e0d43f381d/c21eb8b6-74a9-4bd4-9a1e-a8856d6c7abf.jpg?rect=373%2C0%2C958%2C958&w=480&fit=min)
Serve up a sumptuous, Tuscan-inspired meal around the pretty dining table
![Open the shutters wide and peer down to the bustling streets, espresso in hand](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/fe1eb434-4e74-47e3-850b-45e0d43f381d/d6b3c07c-700f-43dd-a809-3fb8fdc59ddd.jpg?rect=83%2C0%2C943%2C942&w=480&fit=min)
Open the shutters wide and peer down to the bustling streets, espresso in hand
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Home truths
At full capacity, two guests can sleep on a double sofa bed in the lounge
There’s no dedicated workspace, but plenty of laptop-friendly spots like the dining table
In this wonderfully central location, you may hear some street noise
Parking is unavailable, but your nearest bus stop is just 250 metres away
The main entrance to this building is shared with other residents, not private to your home
While there’s no shampoo, your host provides plenty of other amenities (such as a cot and high chair) at no extra cost
The home is on the first floor with no lift – you’ll need to climb stairs for access
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Washing machine
Dryer
TV
Dishwasher
Fridge
High chair
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 4 beds
2 bathrooms
Extras
Additional fees
The city tax is to be paid locally with the host. It is 4.50€ per person and per night.
The use of heating, outside of winter months, might incur an additional fee.
If you'll be arriving from 8pm until 12am, you'll be charged a late arrival fee of €50. If you’ll be arriving after midnight, you’ll be charged a late arrival fee of €100.
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Lucca
Lucca is one of Italy’s best-kept secrets. Surrounded by fortified walls, its core is a warren of pretty piazzas, traditional Tuscan trattorias, and beautifully preserved churches. Most of the action happens in Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, a vast central square lined with alfresco restaurants and Renaissance-era architecture. There’s a buzzy nightlife scene centred around cool enotecas and craft beer bars. On Via Fillungo, you’ll find some of Lucca’s finest boutiques, with high-end...
Get around
Airport
Pisa International
36 min
Amerigo Vespucci
1 hr 4 min
Train station
Lucca
11 min
Bus stop
Napoleone
3 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
3 min
Cafe
4 min
Pharmacy
3 min
Points of interest
Beach
Spiaggia Libera
46 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Smoking allowed
Events possible (with prior approval)
No pets
Good to know
Arrival from 14:00
Departure before 10:00
On floor 1, steps only
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Simona
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Simona is a long-time resident of Tuscany and knows all there is to know about the region, so adores sharing these beguiling regions with guests. Be sure to reach out if you have any questions or queries.
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