Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 0.1 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
This studio apartment has been refurbished to a good standard. One room, open plan kitchenette, double bedroom on a balcony level and diner/lounge with kitchenette and double sofa-bed, shower-room. TV, electric Fan and washing machine. Electrical heater.
The Studio is situated in a quiet pedestrians only little road in the old town. 15 mins walk to beach.
Balcony level
kitchenette
San Giovanni beach
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The Sardinia region
Sardinia (pronounced /sɑrˈdɪnɪə/; Italian: Sardegna; Sardinian: 'Sardigna' or Sardinnya) is the second-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea (after Sicily). The area of Sardinia is 24,090 square kilometres (9,301 sq mi). The island is surrounded (clockwise from north) by the French island of Corsica, the Italian Peninsula, Tunisia and the Spanish Balearic Islands. Sardinia is a constitutional part of Italy, with a special statute of regional autonomy under the Italian Constitution.
Around the beginning of the nuragic age circa 1500 BC the island was first called Hyknusa (Latinized Ichnusa) by the Mycenaeans, probably meaning island (nusa) of the Hyksos, the people who had just been expelled by Ahmose I of Egypt circa 1540 BC. Sandalyon was another name, probably due to its shape, resembling a footprint. Its present name is Sardinia, after the Shardana (whose invasion of Egypt was defeated by Ramesses III circa 1180 BC).
Sardinia is a generally mountainous island with a few coastal plains. The island's mountains are divided into three ranges; the highest peaks are in the middle section of the island. Gennargentu, at 6,016 feet (1,834 m), is the highest point in Sardinia. Sardinia has few major rivers; the largest river on the island is the Tirso, which has a length of 94 miles (151 km) and flows into the Mediterranean Sea. The island has a Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and very mild winters. The climate in the mountains tends to be wetter and cooler than the lower coastal plains; and winter snowfalls are not uncommon in the higher peaks.
Alghero / Storico area
A minority of people in Alghero speak a Catalan dialect, introduced when Catalan invaders repopulated the town after expelling the autochthonous Sardinian population in 1372. Catalan was replaced as the official language by Spanish in the seventeenth century, then by Italian. The most recent linguistic research conducted showed that 22.4% of the population speak Algherese Catalan as a first language and around 90% have some understanding of the language.
Main sites:
Palazzo Carcassona.
The Cathedral of St. Mary. Begun in 1570, it was opened in 1593 but finished and consecrated only in 1730. The church original was is in Catalan-Gothic style.
The church of St. Francis (1360, rebuilt in the late 16th century).
The Torre del Portal, built at the expenses the Jewish Community of Alghero in 1360, and the Tower dell'Esperò Reial (16th century).
Palazzo D'Albis (16th century), a typical example of Catalan-Aragonese architecture of the 16th century. In the October 1541 it housed the Emperor Charles V.
Some 100 Nuraghe remains can be seen in the neighbouring areas of Sant'Imbenia (including also a Phoenician necropolis and Roman remains near the airport of Alghero), Palmavera and Anghelu Ruju.
Called the Riviera del Corallo, Alghero is famous for its coral jewellery and carvings.
Capo Caccia, an awesome promontory from which you can descend the daring 654 steps of the famous Escala del Cabirol, or Goat's Stairway, to the stunning lake deep in the interior of the cavern known as Neptune's Grotto, the mythical abode of nymphs. Accessible also by tour boat from Alghero.
Neptune's Grotto is filled with generously lit pastel stalactites and stalagmites that can be viewed from breathtaking walkways carved out of the stone.
"Muraglia” (Wall), the old bastions of the city. The old town is very reminiscent of the Gothic quarter in Barcelona.
How to get there
Ryan Air www.ryanair.com - direct flights from a lot of European cities.
Alghero's airport is about 9km from the town of Alghero (a 15 minute drive)
There are taxis at the airport as well as a bus service into town in correspondence with arriving flights
The major car rental companies have offices both at the airport and in town.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Alghero-Fertilia: 9 km
Railway:
La Pietraia: 2 km
Ferry:
Porto Torres: 35 km
Activities near Alghero
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Good nightlife City breaks Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
TV
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
Utilities:
Cooker, Fridge, Washing machine
Rooms:
Shower rooms (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 5, Sleeps maximum of 3
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Further details indoors: In the Studio you can find tea, coffee, milk and jam to have a breakfast before to go out to visit Alghero
Further details
- To hold the apartment we require a 40% deposit on the overall price.
- The balance to be paid 3 weeks prior to arrival.
- Money transfer to UK account only.No cheques or cash please.
- A deposit for damages of £100 (150E) to be paid on arrival in cash is required.
Conditions
Price changes might apply during national holidays and school breaks. Prices are all inclusive .A local contact will be available for assitance on arrival and departure.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
Convert to:
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
JANNUARY- MAY
4 Apr 08
1 Jun 08
250£ 200
0-
11088
3 Nights
JUNE
1 Jun 08
1 Jul 08
300£ 240
0-
140112
3 Nights
JULY
1 Jul 08
1 Aug 08
400£ 320
0-
0-
1 Week
AUGUST
1 Aug 08
1 Sep 08
500£ 400
0-
0-
1 Week
SEPTEMBER- OCTOBER
1 Sep 08
1 Nov 08
350£ 280
0-
160128
3 Nights
NOVEMBER DECEMBER
1 Nov 08
1 Jan 09
250£ 200
0-
11088
3 Nights
51
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Christmas Period 23/12-07/01 the rate is 400 euro for 2-3 people.
the rates include: gas, water, energy, linen, towels.
Availability notes
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