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Locanda San Ginese

TopBnB Excellent 9.6 / 10

(37 reviews)

Via di San Ginese, 266 - San Ginese di Compito, Capannori (LU) - Area: countryside | Map

National identification codeCIN: IT046007B4AOLEX52P

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Bed & Breakfast

Rooms
4

Breakfast
included

Bathroom
Ensuite

Guests in this venue liked

Abundant breakfast
Charming property
Spectacular view
The design of the property
Cheap
Near the station

Description

We are not just a B&B, but an Inn. A place that, traditionally, offers travelers a refuge, a break, a refreshment.

A place to recharge in order to continue the journey or a place where it is possible to start a journey.

Our beds are very comfortable, our rooms have plenty of space (that's why “room”) and our breakfasts are hearty, loving and imaginative.

So welcome and welcome to the Locanda San Ginese!
You really feel suspended in time. Arrived. Leave behind us the problems, the noises, the anxieties.

Locanda San Ginese is in San Ginese di Compito.

To reach San Ginese and our inn you have to enter the greenery and silence.. interrupted only by the sounds of the countryside.

We are in Compito, eight kilometers from the sixteenth-century walls of Lucca, in that flat area where the road winds from Lucca to Pontedera, on the slopes of Monte Serra where you can go for trips, picnics and trekking and from which you can enjoy a extraordinary panorama of the city of Pisa, and beyond.

We are in an ideal position to relax, unwind but also to visit countless places in Tuscany, many of which can be reached in less than an hour or in any case in very reasonable and non-tiring times.

The area is famous for its excellent oil, honey, particular gastronomic specialties and for having given its name to a delicious cannellino bean!
Locanda San Ginese - Bed, Room & Breakfast was born in an old country house that was completely restored respecting its original characteristics dominated in a wonderful balance by the terracotta floors and bricks and the chestnut beams, chains and rafters.

Depending on the season, breakfast is served in the cozy living room or under the pergola overlooking the garden, enjoying the view of the beautiful hut and its mandolato.

Maps and guides of the area, business cards of restaurants, brochures, programs of events and much more are available to all guests in the living room.

Rooms and Rates

Conditions for pets staying in this facility:

Pets of any size

Well-behaved, not aggressive or noisy; kept on a leash; pets may not be left alone at the facility; pets should be with owners at all times

Garden, bowl, cat food, cat food available

Features

Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite):

Pets Allowed
Air Conditioning
Romantic Atmosphere
Parking
Garden
Free Wifi
Family
Business
Hair dryer
Heating
Ideal for trekking
Near cycle paths

*Declared by the Innkeeper

All Features

Various information

Pets allowed
Rooms with air conditioning
Parking
Internet access
English speaker
French speaker
Spanish speaker

House features

19th century house
Recently restored house
Sharing areas available for guests
Panoramic location
Insured house

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Room temperature controller
Double glazing or solar panels

Electric system

Certified systems
Emergency lights or fire exit directions

Services of the house

Garden
Terrace
Garage / parking

Facilities and services

Children games / babysitting
Laundry
Bicycle, boat, horses / sports equipment
Pets allowed

Location and surroundings

Panoramic view
Archeologic area / near monuments
Near (within 10 mins) pubblic transports
Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 4
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 4

Size of rooms

Between 14 and 20 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Bathrooms restored in the last 5 years
Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

Children bed
Mirror or luggage case
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

Historic furniture
Terrace / balcony
2 windows / panoramic view
Desk / table and chairs
Sofa / armchairs

Cleaning services

Daily

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Guestbook
Discounts in local shops and restaurants for the guests
Presents
Shuttle service

Holiday themes - the place

Arts town

Holiday themes - town size

Village - under 5000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Arts or archeologic area
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Wine and food attractions area
Local crafts
Located in country side or nature reserves
Spa
Gardens and landscapes

Holiday themes - house features

Garden
Family
Business
Romantic atmosphere

Breakfast

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Conditions

Check-in from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Area countryside

Here are the distances and estimated travel times to various destinations in Italy from Lucca Centro:
- 6 miles (10 km) to Km-10, takes 15 minutes
- 10 miles (20 km) to Collodi [Pistoia], takes 19 minutes
- 14 miles (23 km) to San Giuliano Terme [Pisa], takes 32 minutes
- 18 miles (29 km) to Monsummano Terme [Pistoia], takes 22 minutes
- 18 miles (29 km) to Montecatini Terme [Pistoia], takes 23 minutes
- 22 miles (35 km) to Bagni di Lucca, takes 41 minutes
- 22 miles (35 km) to Torre del Lago Puccini [Lucca], takes 28 minutes
- 22 miles (35 km) to Viareggio-Versilia [Lucca], takes 28 minutes
- 22 miles (36 km) to Casciana Terme [Pisa], takes 46 minutes
- 23 miles (37 km) to Pisa, takes 32 minutes
- 35 miles (56 km) to Castelnuovo Garfagnana [Lucca], takes 1 hour and 1 minute
- 42 miles (67 km) to Volterra [Pisa], takes 1 hour and 15 minutes
- 42 miles (68 km) to San Gimignano [Siena], takes 1 hour and 19 minutes
- 47 miles (75 km) to Firenze, takes 1 hour and 6 minutes
- 65 miles (105 km) to Chianti [Firenze], takes 1 hour and 19 minutes
- 86 miles (139 km) to Siena, takes 1 hour and 32 minutes
- 116 miles (187 km) to Cortona [Siena], takes 1 hour and 51 minutes.

Airports

Pisa Airport - Galileo Galilei 18 Km
Florence Airport - Peretola 49 Km

Train Stations

Tassignano Train Station 5 Km

*Distances As The Crow Flies

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*Distances As The Crow Flies

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Overall Rating 9.6 / 10
37 reviews

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charles

Everything was great.

stayed from 08/09/2024 to 08/11/2024

caterina

We spent three days relaxing, near enchanting places, accompanied by the friendliness and directions of the managers.

stayed from 07/05/2024 to 07/08/2024

fabio

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stayed from 06/09/2024 to 06/11/2024

alessandro

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stayed from 04/25/2024 to 04/27/2024

maria

Alida and Luca are top-notch in hospitality: they have the gift of making you feel like one of the family, and indeed I have never felt so at home as at Locanda San Ginese. The Corallina room was very romantic and equipped with everything necessary for a pleasant stay. Having breakfast together with the other guests in the garden was a nice moment of conviviality. We all stayed at the inn for Ed Sheeran's concert at the Lucca Summer Festival, and exchanging impressions and comments was very fun! Thanks again to Alida and Luca for the passion, grace, and kindness shown! Until next time. MG

stayed from 06/07/2024 to 06/09/2024

ignazio

Warm and welcoming place in the beautiful province of Lucca. Alida and Luca make you feel at home in their inn full of colors and traditions. I will definitely come back.

stayed from 04/18/2024 to 04/21/2024

The answer from the host:
Grazie infinite a te e alla tua figliola! E la dedica sul nostro guest book è stata una bellissima sorpresa! Grazie ancora!

m.grazia

Excellent hospitality, like being with family. Friendliness, cordiality, excellent advice on places to visit.

stayed from 10/14/2023 to 10/15/2023

The answer from the host:
Grazie. E' stato un piacere accogliervi. Conservate affettuosamente quella lunga lista che vi abbiamo dato dei luoghi da visitare qui intorno perché sono davvero notevoli! Ciao!

francesco

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stayed from 09/14/2023 to 09/16/2023

alida

Alida is a caring host, full of good advice, and enjoys sharing with others. A very nice encounter! The Locanda San Ginese is welcoming, charming, and comfortable.

stayed from 08/17/2023 to 08/19/2023

francesca

We stayed only for one night, but it was enough to savor the peace and tranquility of these places. The managers, Alida and Luca, are two kind, friendly, and always available people. Isotta and Priscilla make this structure even more welcoming. Excellent experience.

stayed from 08/14/2023 to 08/15/2023

stefano

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stayed from 08/07/2023 to 08/13/2023

brendon

Beyond all expectations, Alida and Luca do not appear immediately as 'the managers', but as two friends, attentive first and foremost to humanity and empathy. Obviously, the same attention is dedicated to cleanliness, details, and advice on restaurants and more. I immediately saved Locanda San Ginese among my favorites. From now on, we will always more willingly look for any event nearby. But there is no need to have an excuse to visit the inn.

stayed from 07/22/2023 to 07/23/2023

yadira

I couldn't have found anything better. The place immersed in green makes you feel at home. Alida and Luca are two wonderful people. I will definitely return.

stayed from 07/22/2023 to 07/23/2023

nancy

My friends and I had the most wonderful time staying at Locanda San Ginese. Our hosts, Alida and Luca, were exceptionally gracious and warm and went out of their way to make our stay an absolute delight. We were completely immersed in the culture and hospitality of Tuscany and hope to come back soon! Highly recommended.

stayed from 06/03/2023 to 06/07/2023

cristina

Beautiful and spacious rooms, tastefully furnished in Tuscan style, natural stones and high-quality furniture, each room has a different color, multicolored bedspreads I would say in an ethnic style. I forgot: super well-stocked bookcase! This is a place for a relaxing vacation, peace, and tranquility. Alida, the owner, pays attention to the details of the rooms, nothing is missing, indeed there are many small extra touches beyond what is necessary! Breakfast in the morning outside under the porch is definitely homely and absolutely delicious. We will definitely come back!

stayed from 05/27/2023 to 05/28/2023

The answer from the host:
Grazie per la bellissima recensione! Speriamo davvero di rivederci presto e soprattutto per almeno due giorni affinché possiate apprezzare la nostra posizione e il nostro territorio che non meritano proprio solo un 7. Un abbraccione a tutto il vostro bel gruppo!

deborah

I booked a stay for 2 couples. They were very satisfied and fascinated by the hosts. Alida and Luca, 2 exquisite people who make you feel at home. Very helpful and kind. They will definitely come back.

stayed from 04/22/2023 to 04/24/2023

The answer from the host:
Grazie infinite! Due coppie magnifiche! Siamo contentissimi di averle ospitate! Ciao.

elisa

elisa rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 03/18/2023 to 03/19/2023

The answer from the host:
Grazie per le stelline! Credo che a Pietro piacerebbe scrivere la sua prima recensione... Chiediglielo e comunque noi vi aspettiamo per un'altra visita che sia un po' più lunga così da poter vedere tante altre belle cose! Ciao!

judith

A truly lovely place. The rooms are large and clean and the hostess and host are the warmest and liveliest people.

stayed from 09/24/2022 to 09/28/2022

The answer from the host:
Thank you very much, Judith! It has been a real pleasure and privilege to know you, Mike and Rosie and spend sometime together sharing our life stories! Hope we meet you again and the rest of the family, too including pets!... Here or in Ireland? Who knows? We felt you like family! Ciaociaociao

andrea

Locanda San Ginese is very nice, everything well taken care of and clean. The owners are beautiful, down-to-earth, friendly, and very kind people. The breakfast is plentiful and nothing is missing, if we happen to be in the area again, we will definitely return to Alida and Luca.

stayed from 09/03/2022 to 09/04/2022

The answer from the host:
Grazie per l'apprezzamento e per la bella recensione! Vi aspettiamo per un soggiorno più lungo perché le cose da vedere qui intorno sono tantissime! Sarete sempre super benvenuti..! A presto!

angelo

My partner and I were overwhelmed by the extreme kindness of the owner, who treated us like friends from the start. All surrounded by fantastic dogs and cats that kept us company. The property is equipped with everything, and if there is something wrong, you will definitely be satisfied. The only minor note I can make is that there was no TV in the room, but it could be an advantage!

stayed from 07/31/2022 to 08/03/2022

The answer from the host:
Grazie mille per la buona recensione, Angelo. Veniamo scelti spesso per l'assenza della tv..

davide

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stayed from 07/26/2022 to 07/27/2022

The answer from the host:
Leggiamo solo ora! Grazie!

reese

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stayed from 07/09/2022 to 07/10/2022

The answer from the host:
Thank you ??.

natascia

At Locanda San Ginese, my family and I found what we were looking for: a peaceful corner immersed in greenery. Alida is a fantastic host, exquisite and very helpful. She pampers you and makes you feel truly at home. It's really enjoyable to converse with her. She assigned us a very spacious room, carefully curated down to the smallest detail. Even our dog appreciated the spaces provided! A special mention should be made for the breakfast. Varied and very abundant, with genuine and fresh products: a pleasure for the eyes as well as the palate! Thank you for everything Alida: it's clear that you love your work and that you love enriching your wealth of human experiences by opening your home to your guests. Hope to see you soon.

stayed from 07/09/2022 to 07/10/2022

The answer from the host:
Grazie infinite. Siamo stati veramente felici di conoscervi. Il cappellino dimenticato vi aspetta Buona ESTATE!

ghislaine

Warm welcome. Luca and Alida were helpful and caring. Very friendly atmosphere. Lots of information about the region. A must-visit, we will come back with pleasure.

stayed from 05/07/2022 to 05/09/2022

brunello

What a surprise! Pleasant encounter that makes us believe in the possibilities of the human race. What can I say, like being with family, pampered from our arrival to departure. Alida and Luca thank you, you are beautiful people. Everything perfect, from the room and services, all well taken care of with taste and refinement. A great breakfast and many, many suggestions to see the attractions of the nearby places we visited like the Devil's Bridge in Borgo a Mozzano and a visit to Marlia at the splendid Villa Reale. Also in the village there is an excellent restaurant, also suggested by Alida. A place to return to Carla and Brunello.

stayed from 03/12/2022 to 03/13/2022

The answer from the host:
Grazie infinite per le vostre parole. Anche voi siete delle bellissime persone e ci si rivedrà di sicuro presto per finire tanti bei discorsi quasi come vecchi amici che di ritrovano dopo anni. E invece si sono appena conosciuti ma già capiti. Grazie ancora.

serena

Thanks to the owners Alida and Luca (and the sweet dogs Isotta and Priscilla), me and my friends spent a beautiful weekend. The inn is surrounded by greenery, you can breathe a climate of true relaxation and carefreeness, and hospitality reigns. It's a pity to have stayed so shortly! Definitely worth returning.

stayed from 09/12/2020 to 09/13/2020

paola

We really felt at home! Owners very kind and helpful! Charming place! We will come back!

stayed from 09/04/2020 to 09/07/2020

The answer from the host:
Grazie infinite, Paola Filippo Alice Andrea! E che bella sorpresa ricevere una recensione.. eravamo già tanto contenti dei bellissimi disegni sul nostro guest book! Vi aspettiamo a braccia aperte quando volete! Ciao bella famiglia!

gabriele

I spent a wonderful week, the managers of Locanda San Ginese are two exceptional people who advised us very well on what to visit and what to taste in the surroundings. Truly an unforgettable vacation.

stayed from 08/11/2020 to 08/18/2020

The answer from the host:
Grazie infinite per questa bellissima inattesa recensione. È stato un piacere conoscervi e potervi essere d'aiuto nel trascorrere una piccola vacanza serena. Tanto merito del nostro splendido territorio. Più che dei locandieri. A presto rivederci!

alessandro

alessandro rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 08/09/2019 to 08/10/2019

cristiano

Wonderful welcome; the managers are extremely courteous and attentive to your needs. The rooms are spacious and well furnished, but above all clean and tidy. They love animals and my little dog Aska and I had a great time. The breakfast is excellent. I felt at home! We will definitely come back!

stayed from 07/12/2019 to 07/14/2019

pamela

Alida, the hostess, is the most wonderful owner of all our travels. She is like an old friend or relative welcoming you to her home. She is funny, smart, helpful, and caring. Her accommodations have a whimsical magic about them, and everything in her farmhouse is a testament to her own personal magic and love for life. We did not want for anything while staying there and felt so relaxed and free in her presence. Her B&B makes us want to move to San Ginese and buy a farmhouse like hers. We love Alida, and know her future guests will feel the same charm as we experienced. Pamela Gamble from Colorado.

stayed from 06/17/2019 to 06/19/2019

The answer from the host:
Dear Pam (lovely Spinachi Girl!) thank you so very very very much for this review that made my day.. even actually my day was already made by you because it' s so easy and wonderful to be a great hostess when guests are adorable like you Soul Sister and your friends (now also my new friends!) Toby and Leah (Zuccherino!). I wish you a beautiful stay in Florence, Milan and Venice and look forward to meeting you elsewhere and start talking and laughing as we just left each other! GRAZIE. Ciao. Alida.

simone

Very nice and well furnished property in every detail. The property is in the countryside, ideal for those looking for relaxation and silence. The owner is friendly, helpful, and suggests places to visit and excellent restaurants in the area.

stayed from 08/11/2018 to 08/14/2018

The answer from the host:
Grazie, Simone! A presto rivederci. Soprattutto per provare la trattoria del nostro paesello!

lidia

Surprising Inn. You are surrounded by pure air, jasmine, greenery, the cheerful wag of a young big dog, you are wrapped in peace. And by the cordiality and kindness of Alida, tireless innkeeper capable of conveying energy and human warmth. It's like being with family, or among friends with deep affection. The rooms are spectacular: spacious, comfortable, generous, welcoming. They have a number but also a proper name, which I won't reveal, because the Inn deserves a visit and a meeting with Alida, Luca, their dogs, their cats. Who also become a bit ours. Abundant breakfasts, you forget about the clock and don't need the TV. I recharged my poor empty batteries, bringing home rediscovered scents, kind smiles and yes, a bit of nostalgia. I'll go back. Go there. It's a sweetly magical place.

stayed from 06/14/2018 to 06/17/2018

The answer from the host:
Grazie Lidia! Anche per noi avere te, Ilaria e Shira da coccolare è stato un immenso piacere. È proprio vero che qui arrivano persone speciali che ci lasciano addosso un po' della loro polvere dorata e magica. Grazie di nuovo e buona giornata se leggerai questa nostra risposta domattina, altrimenti buona notte, grande Lidia!

jonatha

Comfortable B&B, in a quiet place, with dogs and cats freely roaming around, so cute! Kind hosts and great breakfast, definitely recommended.

stayed from 11/04/2017 to 11/05/2017

The answer from the host:
Grazie ragazzi. Vi aspettiamo con la famiglia al completo per vedere "davvero" e dal vero la nostra bella città e dintorni.

giovanni

Great Bed and Breakfast! We had a wonderful time and were welcomed with great sympathy and affection. To go back.

stayed from 08/11/2017 to 08/12/2017

The answer from the host:
Che stordita! Non avevo mai letto la vostra bella recensione. Grazie infinite e arrivederci presto.

celeste

The Locanda San Ginese is located in the splendid setting of the hills outside Lucca, near the Compito area. It is advisable to go there by car, but in case you are not driving, it is still reachable by public transport from Lucca. A few minutes' walk away, you can find the Social Mill of Compitese and the trattoria da Paolo e Paola, in case you need to provide food. The welcome from the managers is exquisite, my boyfriend and I felt well-served and revered. We are really satisfied with the experience: from the furnishings to the cleanliness to the breakfast, everything is extremely well cared for.

stayed from 03/18/2017 to 03/20/2017

The answer from the host:
Cara Celeste e caro Andrea, grazie. È stato un grandissimo piacere conoscervi e parlare con voi. Naturalmente la "cornice" ha aiutato sia voi che noi ad apparire persino migliori di quello che siamo! Ci auguriamo di rivederci in futuro, camelie o non camelie, e per ora un abbraccio dai vostri locandieri preferiti!

georg

It was an exceptionally nice stay at the Locanda, completely relaxing and calm, with Alida being a 'great advisor' for trips and visits to be made in the Lucca-Firenze area. Will stay there again in case I'm in Tuscany.

stayed from 09/03/2016 to 09/07/2016

The answer from the host:
A big grazie, dear Georg und Anne, and a huge hug!