Villa Via Romea di Stade is an extraordinary villa. This magnificent complex embraces its 15th-century heritage and brings it up to date with mindful décor that channels the villa's historic roots. With ten bedrooms and welcoming up to 20 guests, this exquisite estate near the Medieval city of Lucca is a perfect family escape for a very special celebration.

Just a short drive away from this glorious villa is the iconic city of Lucca.The Medieval masterpiece is surrounded by some of Europe's best-preserved Middle Ages city walls, complete with ten towering bastions, and filled with historical and cultural importance. Known as the 'city of 100 churches', it holds an important place in the hearts of the Tuscan people, who are rightfully proud of its beauty, its serenity and its exceptional dining and shopping opportunities. Less crowded than Florence, it's an enchanting city that's well worth exploring. Your dedicated concierge can book your group onto a bike tour of Lucca, with pit stops along the way to sample delicious regional food and locally produced wine.

This villa captures the spirit of Tuscany, from its peach-pink walls and terracotta roof tiles to the formal Italian gardens surrounding it. The social areas are opulently decorated in a fusion of styles that blend effortlessly. The Tuscan villa is adorned with bespoke art and collectables that give it a relaxed, family-home feel, and tiled floors and exposed beams are a nod to the villa's past, complemented by tastefully-chosen furnishings and textiles. Dining is formal in the main dining room or informal on the al fresco terraced area where the glorious Tuscan countryside is your backdrop. The charming, rustic kitchen has ultra-sleek appliances and state-of-the-art technology to delight any chef.

Each bedroom is finished to an exceptionally high standard throughout. Soft colours and gossamer fabrics create a tranquil mood that gently lulls you to sleep after a busy day. The bedroom layouts range between five king-size beds, four double beds and one guest room with two single beds, making sleeping arrangements flexible for larger groups and all ages.

Outside, the theme is more contemporary, with the poolside area reflecting a more modern design that still sits comfortably within the meticulously manicured gardens. A cosy fire pit is just the spot to enjoy a glass of wine and watch the stars come out over the Tuscan landscape while you plan the next day's adventures at Villa Via Romea di Stade.