V o r n o   -   L u c c a   -   T u s c a n y   -   I t a l y   UPCOMING EVENT THE 134TH VIAREGGIO CARNIVAL. 4TH FEBRUARY  TO FEBRUARY 25th 2007   A  celebration in the name of Peace , Love and Solidarity E mail us for details of our weekly programme at the villa to take in this unique event . See www.ilcarnevale.com Welcome to Villa Michaela For our Flash presentation, please click here please click here. Villa Michaela is a vast early nineteenth century listed villa set in 50 acres of pine forests and olive groves nestling in the hills some 6 miles South of Lucca. The house has been restored and modernised to a very high level with excellent central heating, 11 double or twin rooms with ensuite bath/shower rooms in the main villa, and 5 reception rooms with extensive entertaining areas. There is further accommodation in the coach house which sleeps 6 and in La Casina which is a one bedroomed cottage by the gate . ( sleeps 2 or 4 if there are children ) Total capacity 30 adults .  . If you live in the USA, please call us toll-free on  877 972 7640. Private Rental Villa Michaela can accomodate up to 22 people in style and comfort, with our own chef and staff. Perfect for family gatherings, weddings and corporate off sites .  Week-long stays - the culture, food and wine of Tuscany We also host a number of week-long stays where you will be shown some of the surrounding area's hidden treasures, or take part in our Slow Food week, where we rediscover the joy of appreciating our exquisite food as it should be. Short stays in association with Conde Nast Johansens We are proud to be recommended by Conde Nast Johansens as a villa catering for hotel-style stays for two days or more. We are also  in Alistair Sawday's guide book "Special Places to stay in Italy ."

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