Peralta 14-19 September '23
Come and enjoy a relaxing Tuscan Long Weekend.
Peralta is a14th Century Hamlet restored by the renowned sculptor the late Fiore de Henriquez. At 300m high on the side of the Apennine foothills, Peralta overlooks Camaiore and beyond. The Mediterranean glimmers in the far distance. On a clear day you can see Corsica.
Revellers may choose from 5 charming apartments and a house on favourable terms.
(Reserved for us until 7th March)
Stunning walks to local tuscan restaurants* Relaxing by pool with a delicately inebriating fine local glass of wine * Stimulating conversations over long lazy breakfasts and lunches* Ideal weather as it's mid-September (not too hot) * Pietrasanta and Lucca nearby * Cinque Terre 1 hour 16 mins away * Florence 1 hour 35 mins away * Pisa (and airport) 45 mins away (all by car).
Exquisite local cuisine, served in various restaurants, accessible via hillside walks and stunning scenery.
Peralta from the walk to the delightful restaurant at Torcigliano.
Visit local markets, Pietrasanta (renowned international sculpture centre) and Lucca. All nearby.
Why Come...
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An active social weekend
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WhatsApp Group to coordinate travel/taxi/car rental
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Fly to Pisa. 45 mins away by car. Easy
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Stunning walks
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Relaxing by pool with rosé close at hand
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Long lazy breakfasts and lunches
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Weather should be ideal as it's mid-September
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No crowds - as there are no school hols
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You can stay on for extra days (subject to availability)
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Pietrasanta and Lucca nearby
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Cinque Terre 1 hour 16 mins drive away
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Florence 1 hour 35 mins drive away
As Reveller Andrew Woodcock explains...
Prices are per night per apartment and include breakfast for all staying.
**5% discount if booking all 5 nights**
Studiolo Apartment - 2 bedrooms
1 Double, 1 Twin
2 bathrooms
€210/night
Pipistrelli Terrace Apartment
1 Double Room
€160/night
Pipistrelli Garden Apartment
1 Double Room
€160/night
Gemelli
1 Double Room
€145/night
Lamberto
1 Double
€120/night.
A delightful room with ensuite bathroom, overlooking the terrace and with magnificent views.
Casa Giovanni
1 Double 1 Twin
2 bathrooms
€330/night
La Foresteria
1 Double, 1 Twin
€320/night
2 bathrooms
(House)
A brief history..
Peralta was a 14th century barracks where the Duke of Lucca’s forces stayed before raiding the Florentines. By the mid 20th century it was in ruins. Then in the 1970s, renowned sculptor the late Fiore de Henriques restored it into an artists’ retreat. Over the last 20 years or so, Dinah Voisin (David's Aunt) turned Peralta into a delightful retreat not just for artists. All can feel revived and inspired. It's uniquely stunning. You can stay there whilst you explore Tuscany's cultural marvels. On display are some of Fiore’s sculptures, including one of John F Kennedy and Augustus John. (Others for whom Fiore sculptured include Igor Stravinsky, Margot Fonteyn, Augustus John, Peter Ustinov, Vivien Leigh, the Queen Mother, Oprah Winfrey and Laurence Olivier.)
Today, Peralta is managed by Johann Schroeder, with Kate and Ale making sure your stay is as comfortable as possible.