Villa Joba is situated in the small hamlet of Ponte-a-Diana and stands totally secluded and detached in its own extensive grounds, with Bagni di Lucca just 2 km away. This delightful small town has all the necessary facilities. Banks, restaurants, shops, bars, cafes, tennis courts, etc.

The villa itself is a small, ancient singlestorey farmhouse which has been converted and extended by the present owner into a comfortable cottage which commands breathtaking panoramic views across the Lima Valley to the mountains beyond.

The sitting room is floored with antique terracotta tiles and has an open fireplace, comfortable three-piece suite and satellite TV. Leading from the sitting room is a fully fitted Kitchen with gas hob, electric oven and fridge-freezer. All crockery, cutlery, glassware and utensils are provided, plus a dining table for those occasions when it is unsuitable for eating outside. Behind the kitchen is a Utility Room which has a dishwasher, iron and ironing board, etc., whilst to the right is a Fully Tiled Bathroom with shower. The cottage has Two Bedrooms one is twin bedded (and has a Z-bed if needed), the other is a double. All towels and linen, etc. are provided. The Patio has a barbecue, table and chairs for eating and parasols & loungers for sun bathing or just relaxing on those wonderful warm evenings. A small but delightful swimming pool (7.2m x 3.6m) is available for use from May 1st to September 30. Access to the villa is up a steep asphalt road with two sharp corners, the road is 240 metres long. For those not wishing to take their own car up the hill, our 4WD vehicle (no charge for this) is available for use after leaving your car at the bottom. (More photos available on request)

"Thank you so much for letting us stay in your wonderful villa you must be very proud of it . It is the best place we have stayed in for quite a time. It’s nice to be on our own and not to have to share the area with others. The boys loved the pool! "

"Villa Joba is the perfect place for a quiet, restful honeymoon after stressful wedding preparations! We spent many evenings in the villa and the BBQ was very successful. This was a once in a lifetime holiday for us, but we would like to visit Italy again in a few years time."