Dolceacqua holiday home rental with walking, beach/lake nearby, balcony/terrace, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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Vicolo Basso (house)

Home description

Beautiful Dolceacqua is the perfect spot at the foot of the Maritime/Ligurian Alps and only 8 kms from the coast. Ideal for simply relaxing on the sunnny house terrace/village bar by the river, or as a base for exploring its own castle, nearby hilltop towns and the famous centres of San Remo, Nice, Monte Carlo etc.

Vicolo Basso is set in the old centre with its narrow arches and tunnels over cobbled streets. The house with its stunning arched ceilings and doors has 3 levels :- 1) The well equipped kitchen and dining area. 2) A comfortable sitting room often used as a private second bedroom. 3) Main bedroom and separate bathroom. Highly popular with our guests and situated at the top of the house is the large sunny terrace with flowers and trees and BBQ area, suitable for sunbathing, eating outdoors, that aperitif, a bottle of Dolceacqua's own DOC Rosesse wine .......

Monet Bridge and Riverside	Village and Castle
Sitting Room	Kitchen

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The North West Italy / Italian Riviera/Liguria region

The region of Liguria has a mild and sunny climate. The local area is famous for its flowers which are grown commercially. It is known as the Flower Riviera.
There are many ancient hill top villages with houses perched or clinging impossibly it seems to the steep slopes. These are wonderful to explore together with the coastal resorts of San Remo, Bordighera etc. The French towns of Menton and Nice are within easy reach as is the principality of Monaco and Monte Carlo. We have even used the house as a base for skiing at the Italian resort of Limone. Dolceacqua is typical of the area with a heavy base on agiculture on the steep terraced hills. Local produce is abundant together with its own DOC wine, Rosesse.
There are local dialects spoken, including a frontier version that includes some French. Most locals also speak French.

Dolceacqua area

Dolceacqua is a pretty and friendly Italian village with plenty to do and see on the doorstep or within easy reach. French people are regular visitors to the many village restaurants which says it all about the cuisine.
There are breathaking hilltop villages close by and a village called Rochetta with a rock strewn mountain river popular for swimming. For the adventurous there are waterfalls further upstream. It is a paradise for nature lovers, walkers, architectural addicts and anyone who loves wonderful scenery. Safe bathing beaches abound along the coast. Bars are typically plentiful including a small but quiet Irish bar. The village has a range of shops, especially food, 3 banks and a set of tennis courts. On Thursday there is a visiting market in the main square. On Friday you can shop to death in one of the most famous open air markets in Europe at nearby Ventigmilia.

Popular with many of our guests are the beautiful Hanbury Gardens running down to the sea 10 kms away.
In Dolceacqua itself the castle is a must to visit and don't forget the ancient single span bridge beloved by Monet. Festivals are too numerous to mention and occur all year, but the firework display is famous for miles around and occurs mid to late August. From the end of June to the middle of September there are continous outdoor festivals. The locals love to party and everyone is welcomed.

How to get there

Nearest airport is Nice (Easyjet, British Airways), alternative is Genoa (Ryanair). Both have direct motorway connections to within 10Km.
Ventigmilia station (10 Km) has international connections.
A car is useful if you want to explore the area but the property can be reached from the airport by train and bus/taxi.
Once there, the house is close to restaurants, banks, shops etc and the bus service is very good so a car is not essential.

Activities near Dolceacqua

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The arched ceilings are stuffed with pine cones and other local material which keeps the house cool in summer and warm in winter. The arches make the ceiling a little low in a couple of places. The ceiling style can be seen inside and out throughout the village.

The cosy but not small living room has a sofa, sofa-bed and armchair, a selection of books, games and DVDs. Set off the stairs with its own door it makes for a private and peaceful 2nd bedroom.

A stair guard is available for small children and is recommended to be used.

Further details outdoors:
The sun terrace has a table and 4 chairs, 2 recliners and 2 sun beds. There is a separate barbecue area which is actually part of the chimney - see it to believe it ! The terrace is surrounded by flowers and trees, including a lemon tree and a Ligurian olive tree. Help yourself to a lemon for that G & T.

Most of the streets in Dolceacqua are ancient arched affairs difficult to negotiate by car. However, Vicolo Basso is situated close to the centre and you can drive to within yards of the house to unload luggage etc. and although there is no parking outside, there are two free car parks within a couple of minutes walk.

Further details

An English speaking lady looks after the house and she is very helpful with advice and problem solving. She can also sell you her own Rosesse wine and olive oil; it is traditionally made from her own land and is delicious. We can vouch for this as we are regular customers ourselves !

Smoking is not allowed in the house but there is always the sun terrace.

Conditions

To secure the booking we ask for a deposit of 25% up to a max of £100 or £150 for stays of over 2 weeks The balance is payable 4 weeks before your holiday start date.

Arrival time is 3.00pm and departure time is 10.30 to allow sufficient time for cleaning.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
October to April	30 Oct 08	25 Apr 09	275£ 275	5555	5555	2 Nights
May and June	25 Apr 09	27 Jun 09	275£ 275	0-	0-	1 Week
July and August	27 Jun 09	5 Sep 09	350£ 350	0-	0-	1 Week
September	5 Sep 09	3 Oct 09	275£ 275	0-	0-	1 Week
October to December	3 Oct 09	20 Dec 09	275£ 275	5555	5555	2 Nights
Christmas 2009	20 Dec 09	9 Jan 10	300£ 300	0-	0-	1 Week
January to April 2010	9 Jan 10	1 May 10	275£ 275	5555	5555	2 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Above weekly prices are fully inclusive of cleaning, linen,electricity etc Long lets are considered; please contact to discuss.

Guestbook for Vicolo Basso

Once again we have had a fantastic week; festivals all year it seems, this time with beautiful flowers in every street. C & M O'Shea

Had a wonderful time. Very comfortable house; it felt like coming home every day after our action packed exploration trips. Spoilt for choice for aperitif and eating places. The Reaves

Very clean and well stocked house. We slept magnificently ! The sun terrace has been bathed in sunshine and the people are so charming and friendly. Anne & Keith

The house was quite something, such a well preserved old place and very homely. So many good restaurants, we ate locally all week. Some day soon we will be back. The Nicholls.

A relaxing holiday. We enjoyed the house, the village atmosphere and the friendly people. Lots to see and do, and eat ! Maureen and Joe Hughes.

Availability

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To contact this advertiser please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/10120

Contact details for home 10120 Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:	Pauline Todd
Tel:	+44 1435 873280
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Advertiser joined: Mar 2006 This Property added: Mar 2006