Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Corporate bookings House-swap
Changeover day:
Not fixed
Access:
Car advised
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Montecastello stands in private grounds of mature oak and chestnut woodland and is skirted on two sides by crystal clear flowing streams sourced from the nearby Apennine Mountains which are presented as a panoramic view from the property's natural plateau. Situated in a beautiful part of north west Tuscany know as Lunigiana. This vibrant green land is steeped in history boasting more than one hundred castles and four distinctive season's. Montecastello is 'A place for all Season's', ideally located for the mountains and the Mediterranean throughout the year.
The Main House
The Terrace and pool
The tower
The Drawing Room
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The Tuscany region
Montecastello is located in one of Tuscany's best kept secrets known as Lunigiana. In the north west beautiful part of Tuscany, this vibrant green land is steeped in history boasting more than 100 castles and has four distinctive season's.
Lunigiana / Licciana Nardi area
Montecastello is ideally located for the mountains and the mediterranean. Visit the five towns known as Cinque Terre on the Liguria coast or the harbour and city of La Spezia. Sun n swim at Lerici with sand beaches and small marina. This relaxed coastal resort a favourite of 'Shelly and Bryon' fondly referred to as 'The 'Gulf of Poets' hosts cafe's, bar's, ice-cream parlour's and restaurants. Spring time is a profusion of flora and fauna while walking and trekking the forests and hilltops. The Lunigiana wine route winds its way through un-spolit medieval villages. You can enjoy the many traditional local dishes within the summer months of the many 'festa's' abound with dances each weekend. For the ladies who love to shop, you will not be disappointed with the coastal town of Forte deo Marmi. Marble pavements escort you to 'The' Italian designer boutiques amongst sultry palm's and chic cafe' bar's . Gucci, Prada, versace, Armani just to name the obvious. Montecastello with its warm and comfoprtable interior is a magical venue for Christmas and new Year with log fires after a day on the local ski slopes. The local restaurant offers a 13 course dinner for a New Year's eve not to be forgotton. The well known cities of Lucca, Parma, Pisa, and Florence for the ultimate cultural experince, all within easy reach by road or rail.
How to get there
Fly to Pisa - Montecastello is just 1hour 15mins north of Pisa Fly to Genoa - Montecastello is just 1 hour 15mins south of Genoa Fly to Bologna - Montecastello is just 2hours west of Bologna Cheap flights available Ryanair, Thompsonfly, Easyjet Trains run from Pisa to Aulla
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Pisa: 80 km
Railway:
Aulla: 12 km
Ferry:
La Spezia: 25 km
Activities near Lunigiana
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Safe, Satellite TV
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (3), Cots (1), Dining seating for 10, Lounge seating for 10, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Walk through the 15th century arched doorway into the beautiful interior featuring chestnut beams, terracotta tiling and stone fireplace. The dining room with banqueting table seating 10 with ornate woodburner for those cooler winter months. Enter the 'Tuscan' style kitchen, at the base of the tower offering many amenity's. Adjacent is a quaint breakfast room with credenza accommodating cutlery and tableware. A spacious covered terrace with relaxing and comfortable seating to view the stunning scenery. The terrace overlooks the swimming pool and natural woodland. Bedrooms en-suite are individually styled all with mountain views.
Further details
At the rear of the house with total privacy lies the swimming pool. Available from May/June - Sept/Oct weather permitting. The pool area has a covered pergola to sit under out of the direct sunlight for 'al-frecoe' dining, whilst at night the pool and surrounds are lit for that cooling evening dip or simply just watch the 'firefly's' dance. Montecastello stands in its own private grounds of mature oak and chestnut woodland. The Apennine Mountains are presented as an uninterrupted view from the property's natural plateau, from this point there is also the peak of the local ski resort Prato Spilla. Ski-ing available in the winter and outdoor pursuits available all other season's.
Conditions
Special notes, 'Chef' evenings and weekends available. Chef/cook/maid service on request. Smoking permitted on the covered terrace. Refundable security/breakages cash deposit 500 euros is required on arrival. Baby's cot/linen and zedbed also available.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Period
From
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Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
October, November, Decemb
1 Oct 07
22 Dec 07
1320£ 1,320
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1 Week
Christmas/New Year
22 Dec 07
7 Jan 08
2750£ 2,750
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1 Week
January, Feburary, March
7 Jan 08
1 Apr 08
1320£ 1,320
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1 Week
April, May, June
1 Apr 08
1 Jul 08
1980£ 1,980
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1 Week
July, August
1 Jul 08
1 Sep 08
2750£ 2,750
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1 Week
September
1 Sep 08
1 Oct 08
1980£ 1,980
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Discounts available for multiple week bookings. Individual rooms available in low season. Chef evenings and weekends prices on application
Availability notes
Please contact the owner to enquire about available dates.
Contact owner
To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/15213
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