Things To Do
In town
Costola is situated on the 'sunny side' of the Garfagnana valley within the comune of Fosciandora, which is an area which has retained its olde worlde charm due to the fact there is only one road leading both into and out of the zone… The comune itself has 600 inhabitants spread between 6 villages and various hamlets. The property is privately situated in the smallest of these ancient peaceful villages, and the one that arguably has the best views of all! Despite the very quiet and dramatic location, the Villa is only a 2 min drive to a local bar/shop, post office and pharmacy, 5 minute drive from a Pizzeria, and 5 minutes from a restaurant.
A short drive from the villa
10 mins - the local market town of Castelnuovo - shops, bars, restaurants, train station, Thursday morning market 15 min - Barga a beautiful medieval town, with its wonderful architecture, Duomo, restaurants, markets under the stars and regular free music. 50 mins - The fully walled medieval city of Lucca - try cycling around the walls, meandering in shady narrow streets and people watching in the Grand Piazzas while enjoying a drink or a gelato! There are often outdoor concerts with and nightly opera recitals. 1 hr 15 mins - Pisa with its leaning tower and the airport 40 mins - Wind Caves and Canyoning park, where one can jump down waterfalls into beautiful rivers. 25 mins - the local Fortress at Verrucole, with stunning views and some interactive activities for the children. Close to the fortress is the Buffardello tree climbing and ziplining park.
Classes and Tours
You're in Tuscany! There are many opportunities to take an Italian cooking class, participate in olive oil and wine tastings, and tour a vineyard or olive grove.
