Bagni di Lucca is lucky to be home to the stunning Burlamacchi Villas. Owned by the historical Burlamacchi family, the beautiful villas are now managed by Francesca Burlamacchi. The original Villa has gradually been renovated and the property next door has been acquired and restored. The result is a magnificent property with two villas set in landscaped gardens, with a tranquil pool and fabulous views.
I visited recently with a friend and met charming Francesca Burlamacchi. What she has done with the villas is amazing. Her touch can be seen everywhere. Everything has been designed and chosen with love and great style. Nothing has been left to chance, there is a delightful surprise at every turn.
The main house was being cleaned after an event so I could not see inside. Francesca took me instead to the latest addition next door. The gardens have been connected and the two properties complement each other while each one has its own personality.
The house was known as Villa Bettini, then Casa Del Chiapa. The Burlamacchi family has renamed it Villa Shelly, in honour of Mary and Percy Shelley, who stayed in the house in the summer of 1818, shortly after the publication of Mary Shelley’s novel, Frankenstein. She is believed to have reworked the ending while sitting in a secluded area of the garden.
Mary Shelley’s garden retreat.
The rest of the garden is lovely too.
The interior of the house is gorgeous.
The view over the houses below.
One the way out I passed a crocodile who has been part of Burlamacchi Villas for a very long time.
Thank you Francesca and Paola for a delightful visit.
Burlamacchi Villas is available for holidays, weddings, corporate events, retreats. They also hold music events which the public is invited to attend.
Burlamacchi Villas…Via S Francesco, 6
Bagni di Lucca
Phone +39 3928903388
info@burlamacchivillas.it
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