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Charming country house 1.25 hour from Venice in picturesque Dolomiti foothills
- country house / chateau2000 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 6
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Min Stay: 5 nights
Wonderful relaxing accommodation from which to explore Italy and Europe
Bedrooms
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- TV
- Satellite or cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom 1Toilet, combination tub/showerGround floor between two bedrooms
- Bathroom 2Toilet, showerLocated on lower level between bedroom and laundry room
Safety features
- Exterior lighting
- Deadbolt lock
Location Type
- DowntownVisit the beautiful City of Spilimbergo, a ten minute drive away. See the frescoes and historic buildings; tour the famous School of Mosaics, hang out in the pedestrian square, sipping aperol spritz.
- Mountain The patio and veranda have spectacular views of the Dolomities
- Near the oceanThe beaches of the Italian Riveria are within an hour's drive. Lignano, Grado, Bibbione or Carole. Grado is wonderful. Carole has a small fishing village and the restaurants are charming and good.
- RuralThe tranquility and birdsong surrounding you is very relaxing. The lower patio is a great place where you can sunbathe in private.
- Mountain ViewThe Dolomities offer scenic views and spectacular sunsets.
General
- HeatingA boiler located in the basement provides heating throughout the house
- Linens ProvidedAmple table linens
- Washing MachineFollow the instructions left on top of the washing machine
- Clothes DryerFold out clothes dryer rack
- ParkingPark inside the gate on top of the ruin or alongside the road
- InternetThere is a modem which must be recharged at the nearby Vodafone shop in Spilimbergo
- Towels ProvidedAmple towel supply
- Wireless Internet
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Living RoomLeather couch, dining table, two windows and a dining cabinet containing maps, guides, appliance instructions, better quality china and glass and some games and puzzles
Kitchen
- DishwasherFull size dishwasher
- RefrigeratorNew full size refrigerator with lower level pull out freezer shelves.
- Stove4 burner gas top range
- Oven30" electric oven
- Grill
- Coffee MakerAutomatic Drip or choose from different sizes of espresso makers
- ToasterElectric toaster
- Pantry ItemsAmple food storage, table linens
- Dishes & UtensilsEverything you need to cook and serve 8 - 10 people
- KitchenSpacious and sunny kitchen with two entrances to balconies, dining with mountain views. Well equipped for 8 - 10 people to dine. Table extends
Dining
- Seating for 4 people
- Dining Area
- DiningDining table in corner of living room but we all prefer to eat in the kitchen
Entertainment
- TelevisionSmart large screen
- Satellite/Cable
- StereoCompact Sony
- BooksPlentiful supply of books, mostly crime fiction but also some literary favorites
- GamesPuzzles kept in cupboard in Living/Dining area
- Music LibrarySome CD's
Outside
- Lawn/Garden
- BalconyA balcony runs around the rear and side of the house on the street level
- Deck/PatioAmple terracotta patio with overhead awning permits treasured alfresco dining. Patio furniture to accommodate a crowd
- Ski & SnowboardPiancavallo is about a 30 minute drive, Traviso mountains are about an hour's drive, Cortina is a 2 hour drive or you can go to Germany or Austria for the day.
- GolfUdine Golf Club, Castello Aviano Golf Club and the Lignano Golf club all available to the public.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed - Yard and large patio for play. Kids love the houseYard and large patio for play. Kids love the house
Pets allowed - No Pets on furniture or beds. Pick up litterNo Pets on furniture or beds. Pick up litter
Events allowed - Lunch or dinner parties of <12 persons permitted.Lunch or dinner parties of <12 persons permitted.
No smoking - Permitted outside the housePermitted outside the house
Max guests: 6 (sleeps up to 6 adults)
Minimum age of primary renter: 20
- Parking permitted along roadside frontage of property and one car on patio inside gate.
- If you use BBQ, stand back when lighting and please be sure BBQ and propane tank valve turned off before you leave
- Do not throw grease or food stuffs off the upper balcony. It may damage the awning (if open) and or the patio below.
Cleaning practices
Cleaned with disinfectant
Map
Hosted by Maxine Morris-Zecchini
Ask a questionAbout Maxine Morris-Zecchini
Following several trips to Italy and to the Friuli region, we decided to purchase a home nearby to our family. Luckily we found our house during a drive through the beautiful Castelnovo area. We purchased our "Capriccio" and have enjoyed many wonderful vacations there with family and friends. We live in Ancaster, Ontario Canada and try to visit our home in Italy as frequently as possible.
Maxine Morris-Zecchini purchased this country house / chateau in 2001
Why Maxine Morris-Zecchini chose Castelnovo del Friuli
We love the tranquillity of the area and the comfort of our home. We are conveniently located close to good shopping, restaurants, wineries, beaches, mountains and scenic towns. We wake to the chorus of bird songs every morning, the crow of the rooster down the street and the braying of our neighbour's donkey. Our house is practically maintenance free and we have little to do but relax and enjoy a leisurely pace. We love to visit Venice and other cities like Milan and Verona. We try to visit at least one other European country on every visit as so much is easily accessible, but are always comforted to return to the calm and comfort of Oltrerugo.
What makes this country house / chateau unique
Close to everything. Beaches, wineries, skiing, golf - excellent local shopping and restaurants. The scenery is gorgeous. The air is fresh and clean, invigorates the spirit! Easy access to other cities, countries and other cities and points of interest within Europe.
- Languages:
- english, Limited Italian