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L'Arancera di Villa Grabau
Newly opened luxury estate near Lucca with 12 en-suite bedrooms, salt-water infinity pool, and exclusive use for intimate celebrations up to 80 guests.
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Some wedding venues feel like accommodations with event spaces added.
L'Arancera reverses that equation—it's a meticulously restored former farmhouse that happens to be just meters from Villa Grabau's historic park, creating an intimate luxury hideaway where your closest circle doesn't just attend your wedding, they live it together.
Opened recently as Villa Grabau's sister property, L'Arancera reimagines Tuscan hospitality: twelve bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms, scattered across apartments that feel like private homes complete with full kitchens, multiple lounges, and direct access to the citrus garden and salt-water infinity pool.
This isn't hotel living—it's the experience of having rented a friend's impossibly elegant Lucchese villa, where morning espresso happens on your private terrace, afternoon aperitivo unfolds poolside with your personal barman, and evening celebrations flow seamlessly from garden dinner to dancing under the stars.
The property accommodates 24 guests comfortably (expandable to 32), making it ideal for intimate destination weddings where every guest matters, where multi-day celebrations feel effortless, and where the distinction between 'venue' and 'home' disappears entirely.
For larger celebrations, L'Arancera's outdoor spaces host 80 seated under elegant tensile structures or 120 for standing receptions, while coordination with Villa Grabau next door unlocks the spectacular Lemonhouse for ceremonies up to 300 guests—delivering both intimate accommodation and grand celebration scale without compromise.
Max Guests
80
Exclusive Use
Yes
Key Features
| Newly Opened Sister Property of Historic Villa Grabau |
| 12 En-Suite Bedrooms (Accommodates 24+8 Guests) |
| Former Farmhouse Transformed into Luxury Hideaway |
| Exclusive Use Available for Complete Privacy |
| Salt-Water Infinity Pool with Massaging Whirlpool |
| 5 Fully Equipped Kitchens Across Apartments |
| Private Citrus Garden & Botanical Surroundings |
| Indoor/Outdoor Dining for Up to 32 Guests |
| Tensile Structure Event Space (70-80 Seated) |
| 120-Guest Standing Reception Capacity |
| 7km from Lucca Historic Center |
| 30 Minutes to Forte dei Marmi Beaches |
| Villa Grabau Lemonhouse Access (Up to 300 Guests) |
| Concierge Service & Private Chef Available |
| Combines with Villa Grabau for 52 Total Accommodations |
A Living Monument to Italian History
L'Arancera di Villa Grabau represents the latest chapter in the storied Villa Grabau estate's evolution.
While Villa Grabau itself traces roots back centuries as one of Lucca's most distinguished historical mansions, L'Arancera began life as a working farmhouse on the estate grounds—a practical structure serving the villa's agricultural operations.
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Exclusive Use Experience
Exclusive use of L'Arancera transforms this luxury estate into your private Tuscan hideaway.
All twelve bedrooms accommodate 24-32 overnight guests across beautifully appointed apartments, each functioning as a private home with full kitchen, living spaces, and en-suite bathrooms.
Your celebration flows naturally through the property—morning yoga by the infinity pool, leisurely breakfasts prepared in your apartment kitchen, afternoon aperitivos in the citrus garden, intimate dinners under the tensile structure for 80 guests, and late-night celebrations continuing wherever the mood takes you.
The flexibility delivers something hotels cannot: genuine home-away-from-home atmosphere where your wedding party lives together rather than merely staying nearby.
Concierge services arrange everything from private chefs and poolside barmen to wine tastings, cooking classes, Fiat 500 tours, and seaside excursions to Forte dei Marmi.
For couples wanting larger ceremony capacity, coordination with Villa Grabau next door unlocks the spectacular Lemonhouse for up to 300 guests while maintaining L'Arancera's intimate accommodation—delivering both grand celebration scale and boutique hospitality.
When combined, the properties accommodate 52 overnight guests total, with additional nearby accommodations easily arranged through the estate's hospitality partners.
Exclusive access to entire L'Arancera property
All 12 bedrooms across multiple apartments (24-32 guests)
Five fully equipped kitchens for self-catering flexibility
Salt-water infinity pool with massaging whirlpool
Private citrus garden and botanical grounds
Multiple indoor and outdoor lounges and dining areas
Private internal and external parking (unattended)
Air conditioning, heating, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Weekly gardening and housekeeping service
Bedsheets, towels, pool towels included
Erbario Toscano toiletries in all bathrooms
Lavazza coffee pods and initial supplies
Barbecue facilities for outdoor dining
Complete privacy across property
Flexible event timing for multi-day celebrations
Option to coordinate with Villa Grabau for larger celebrations
Event Spaces & Capacities
Distinct spaces, each offering unique ambiance for your celebration
| Event Space | Cocktail | Seated Dinner | Buffet | Ceremony |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outdoor Garden & Tensile Structure L'Arancera's outdoor spaces transform for celebrations with elegant tensile structures accommodating 70-80 seated guests or 120 for standing cocktail receptions. Surrounded by the citrus garden with views extending across the Lucchese hills, this setting delivers intimate outdoor celebration atmosphere while maintaining sophisticated infrastructure for weather protection and professional event execution. | 120 | 80 | 80 | 120 |
| Indoor & Outdoor Dining Areas Multiple indoor and outdoor dining areas accommodate up to 32 guests for seated meals, perfect for rehearsal dinners, welcome dinners, or intimate wedding receptions. The seamless indoor-outdoor flow allows celebrations to adapt naturally as day transitions to evening, with citrus garden views and infinity pool proximity creating quintessential Tuscan dining atmosphere. | 40 | 32 | 32 | - |
| Citrus Garden & Pool Area The private citrus garden and infinity pool area offer versatile celebration spaces for ceremonies, aperitivos, or casual gatherings. The salt-water pool with massaging whirlpool becomes a social centerpiece—ideal for welcome pool parties, afternoon relaxation between wedding events, or sunset cocktails with views extending across the Villas Lucchesi countryside. | 120 | - | 80 | 80 |
| Villa Grabau Lemonhouse (Sister Property) For couples wanting larger ceremony capacity while maintaining L'Arancera's intimate accommodation, Villa Grabau's spectacular Lemonhouse sits just meters away. This historic greenhouse accommodates up to 300 guests for ceremonies and receptions, offering grand celebration scale while guests enjoy L'Arancera's boutique hospitality. The properties function independently or together, delivering complete flexibility for multi-day destination weddings. | 350 | 300 | 300 | 300 |
World-Class Facilities
Five-star amenities designed for relaxation and enrichment
12 En-Suite Bedrooms
Twelve beautifully appointed bedrooms distributed across apartments, each featuring en-suite bathrooms embellished with hand-painted tiles and equipped with bathtubs or showers.
Rooms blend ancient and modern furniture with careful attention to the original farmhouse structure, creating spaces that honor heritage while delivering contemporary luxury.
Five Fully Equipped Kitchens
Each apartment includes a full kitchen with Lavazza coffee machine, toaster, kettle, refrigerator with freezer, dishwasher, and all cooking equipment.
This allows genuine home-away-from-home flexibility—prepare casual breakfasts, host cooking classes, or simply enjoy the option of self-catering between wedding events.
Weekly gardening and housekeeping ensure everything remains pristine.
Salt-Water Infinity Pool
The centerpiece infinity pool features salt-water treatment and massaging whirlpool jets, surrounded by grass solarium with deckchairs, umbrellas, and numerous external lounges with parasols and sofas.
Views extend across the Ville Lucchesi, hills, and Monti Pisani—the ideal spot for pre-wedding relaxation, afternoon aperitivos, or sunset cocktails throughout your celebration weekend.
Multiple Indoor & Outdoor Lounges
Several outdoor and indoor lounges and dining areas provide gathering spaces beyond bedrooms.
Whether hosting morning coffee, afternoon card games, pre-dinner aperitivos, or late-night conversations, the property offers versatile social spaces where your wedding party naturally congregates—creating the atmosphere of a genuine house party rather than hotel accommodation.
Private Citrus Garden
The surrounding citrus garden gives L'Arancera its name—'arancera' referring to the orangery tradition of Tuscan estates.
Lemon, orange, and citrus trees perfume the air, provide shaded paths for strolling, and create that quintessential Lucchese villa atmosphere where cultivated gardens meet countryside views.
The garden becomes both backdrop and celebration space.
Modern Amenities Throughout
All apartments feature air conditioning/heating, high-speed Wi-Fi, washing machines, clothes racks, irons, and hairdryers.
Bathrooms stock Erbario Toscano toiletries.
Kitchens include Lavazza coffee pods.
Private internal and external parking (unattended) accommodates guest vehicles.
Weekly gardening service maintains grounds.
Every practical consideration addressed without compromising aesthetic.
Dining & Bar Areas
Distinguished spaces for dining, entertainment, and memorable celebrations
Private Chef Services (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Pool Bar & Barman Service
Pizza Van (Artisanal Pizza)
Gelato Workshop
In-Apartment Kitchens (Self-Catering Option)
Arancera Boutique (EVO Oil, Homemade Jams, Artisanal Products)
Curated Experiences
Our professional team arranges exceptional activities to enhance your stay
Dedicated concierge service for activity planning
Private chef for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Pool Bar Day with personal barman service
Cooking classes with Tuscan chef
Wine tastings featuring Lucchese wines
Wine tours to prestigious local cellars
Gelato workshop (artisanal gelato making)
Pizza Van (artisanal pizza in garden)
In-room massage services (Relaxing, Couple, Ayurveda, Aromatic, Reiki)
Yoga and Pilates lessons (garden or poolside)
Shopping day assistance with transport and store visits
Fiat 500 tour through Colline Lucchesi
Private guided visits to Lucca and surroundings
Seaside day trips to Forte dei Marmi
Barbecue services and outdoor dining setup
Event coordination with Villa Grabau for larger celebrations
Location
Easily accessible from major cities and international airports
Address
Via delle Ville Lucchesi 2400, 55100 Lucca, Tuscany, Italy
Travel Times
Lucca City Center
7 km / 15 min Forte dei Marmi/Pietrasanta
30 km / 30 min Pisa
30 km / 30 min Florence
75 km / 45 min Abetone
90 km / 1h 15min Siena
120 km / 1h 20min Cinque Terre
110 km / 1h 45min Pisa Airport
35 km / 35 min Florence Airport
75 km / 50 min Nearby Experiences
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View on Google MapsFrequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about hosting your event at L'Arancera di Villa Grabau
What is the maximum wedding capacity?
L'Arancera accommodates 70-80 guests for seated dinners under elegant tensile structures, or 120 for standing cocktail receptions in the outdoor spaces. For larger celebrations up to 300 guests, the property coordinates with Villa Grabau's Lemonhouse just meters away, allowing you to maintain L'Arancera's intimate accommodation while accessing grander ceremony and reception spaces.
How many guests can stay at L'Arancera?
The property accommodates 24 guests comfortably across 12 en-suite bedrooms distributed in apartments (expandable to 32 with additional beds). When combined with Villa Grabau next door, total accommodation capacity reaches approximately 52 overnight guests. Additional nearby accommodations can be arranged through the estate's hospitality partners.
Is exclusive use required?
L'Arancera offers both exclusive use for complete property rental, or individual apartment rentals (booking calendar opens in March for current year availability). For destination weddings, exclusive use is recommended to create a genuine house-party atmosphere where your entire wedding party stays together and the property becomes your private celebration base.
What is the relationship with Villa Grabau?
L'Arancera is Villa Grabau's newly opened sister property, located just meters apart within the same estate grounds. They function independently or together: use L'Arancera for intimate celebrations and luxury accommodation, or combine with Villa Grabau's historic Lemonhouse for ceremonies up to 300 guests. The flexibility accommodates various wedding sizes and celebration formats.
What makes L'Arancera special?
It's a former farmhouse transformed into a luxury hideaway that feels like renting a friend's impossibly elegant villa rather than booking a hotel. With 5 full kitchens, multiple lounges, salt-water infinity pool, and citrus gardens, it delivers genuine home-away-from-home flexibility. Your wedding party doesn't just attend your wedding—they live it together across multiple days in complete privacy.
What services and activities are available?
Extensive concierge services arrange private chefs, poolside barmen, cooking classes, wine tastings, wine tours, gelato workshops, pizza van service, in-room massages, yoga/Pilates lessons, shopping assistance, Fiat 500 tours, guided Lucca visits, and seaside day trips. The property supports both relaxed self-catering and full-service luxury depending on your preferences.
How far is L'Arancera from major destinations?
Located 7km from Lucca's historic center, L'Arancera sits perfectly positioned for Tuscan exploration: 30 minutes to Forte dei Marmi beaches and Pisa, 45 minutes to Florence, and under 2 hours to Siena and Cinque Terre. Pisa and Florence airports are both within an hour, making international guest access straightforward.
What is included with accommodation?
Exclusive use includes all apartments with bedsheets, towels, pool towels, Erbario Toscano toiletries, Lavazza coffee pods, weekly housekeeping and gardening, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, parking, and access to all facilities including infinity pool, citrus garden, lounges, and dining areas. Additional services like private chef, activities, and event setup are arranged à la carte through the concierge.
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