Barn Conversion Set in Mountainous Rural Area
Totally Private in Quiet Location, 30 minutes Drive to the Beach
Sleeps 4- 5 (2 Bedrooms)
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Set in a mountainous rural area, with access via an unmade road through a forest, yet only a few minutes drive to the village. Extensive private grounds (13 acres) with vineyards, orchards (under restoration) and woodland. Natural ravines and springs. Wildlife includes wild boar, deer, birds of prey and many beautiful butterflies. The house is set within a wild flower meadow with additional area suitable for children to play.
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| Rental periods | Per week |
| June- September | £450 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds (euros depending on exchange rate). Please note that there is a weekly charge for the fifth person of £50 extra. We do not charge extra for cleaning on departure.
Monthly lets for March, April, September or October are offered at a heavily discounted price. Please contact us for details.
Changeover day
Changeover day is Saturday, or other days by arrangement-we are flexible. Arrival is after 3pm and check out is before 10 am on day of departure.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | The master bedroom with a double bed and its own balcony is located on the first floor. A travel cot is available. Bedroom 2 with twin beds is open plan (first floor). A comfortable sofa bed is available downstairs in the lounge (extra charge). |
| Bathrooms: | The bathroom is located off bedroom 2 and is equipped with quality shower, wc and bidet. |
| Kitchen: | The open plan kitchen/diner is on the ground floor. There is a ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, and electric kettle. All kitchen utensils are provided. Dining table and chairs. |
| Living Rooms: | A separate living room is set within the original barn itself, with exposed original stone walls. There is a sofa bed and chairs, TV, video (with tapes for all ages), books and games (also for all ages). |
| Other: | The accommodation is brand new and was used for the first time during the summer of 2008. All furniture, linen were also brand new for this season. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels and linen are included and changed weekly. Cleaning before arrival and on departure included. Additional cleaning can be arranged on request. |
Notes on accommodation
The accommodation is suitable for children but the surrounding grounds are natural and wild. Children will need to be supervised. Good mannered pets are welcome. The owners live on the estate, in a separate house. The area is alive with natural noises at night and you could hear crickets, the dawn chorus and the like. If you stay up late you will be rewarded by something you will never forget - fireflies in the forest and the Milky Way in the sky. We welcome our guests with a seasonal gift.
We can also offer camping accommodation within our grounds. Please contact us for details if you are adventurous!
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- tv,
- cot,
- barbecue,
- pets accepted
Accessibility
This property is not suitable for people with mobility problems.
Outside
Paved patio, barbecue, outdoor chairs and tables, and extensive land to roam around and explore. We don't have a swimming pool but there is a natural spring in the forest to help you cool down (not available during drought periods). There is a nearby river for the adventurous to swim, fish or snorkel. Whilst with us, you could encounter some of the wildlife of rural Italy.
Coast/Beach
The beautiful seaside town of Albisola in the Italian Riviera is just 30 minutes away by car. There are extensive sandy beaches, including one that accepts dogs. A one-day train trip can take you to Monte Carlo, San Remo and Ventimiglia. Other resorts on the Riviera include Genova, Cinque Terre and Portofino. Many charming small towns along the coastline remain to be explored, either by car or by local bus. The area around Albisola is, on the whole, undiscovered by overseas tourists.
Golf
There are three 9 hole golf courses within a 25-45 minute radius (by car).
Special interest holidays
New for 2010- We can arrange tailor-made romantic weddings on our estate. As much or as little you require; food, photographer, flowers etc. A dream of a lifetime. Please contact us for further details.
Wild boar hunting is available in the autumn. One week photography course every summer.
If you would like to come and work with us we will give you free camping accomodation. Work includes vineyard restoration, woodland management, wild orchid conservation, mushroom hunting and gardening. Please bear in mind that the area is very sensitive to the rhythms of nature. Wild orchids appear in late spring and go by the summer. Different types of wild flowers come and go within weeks. The wild boar and the deer are nowhere to be seen during the hunting season in October (they are not fools!) although you can still see their footprints in the morning. There is always something interesting to see at any time of the year. Children like to visit our animal corner and milk the goat!
Travel
Genova airport is an easy 50 minutes drive from the property. You can also reach us from Nice by train, or from Turin or Milan by car or train. You can also come by train to Savona (from the UK!) and take the coach up to Mioglia. Car hire is recommended but not essential. We live on the estate and are more than willing to give you a lift if you are stuck.
Distances
The unspoilt village of Mioglia is just minutes away by car. The unique Beigua Regional park and the charming town of Sassello can be reached in 15 mins by car. Acqui Terme (spa) is within 40 mins drive. There is a daily coach service to villages and towns in the area, with connections to Albisola or Savona. It is also possible to hire a bike and cycle to nearby villages, restaurants or places of interest.
Further details
The restaurant Oddera is just 2-3 mins drive from us. Although unassuming and rustic, it is rather famous, and the food is believed to be one of the best in Liguria. Another restaurant in the village, Da Pippo, is also well known and many people travel for miles to come and eat. Excellent pizzas.
There are several other restaurants, tavernas and trattorias within a short drive from the property. Mioglia also has a cafeteria, a post office, a newsagent, 2 grocery shops, a mini-market, a baker and a butcher. There are several farmer's and antique markets within easy reach, mainly on weekends.
Your stay may be lucky enough to coincide with a local 'sagra' - a village fair. These take place three or four times in the spring and summer. If you want to try your skills in vine planting, grape harvesting, photography, painting or sketching, scrambling and climbing, or wildlife watching, we can arrange these within our own private grounds, although we are not responsible for any discomfort or injury, which is directly related to the natural environment.
Booking notes
Please telephone the owner to book your stay. There is a refundable deposit of 200 euros payable in cash on arrival, refunded on departure if the property is in the same condition as when you arrived. Full payment is due on booking, by cheque sent directly to the owner's UK address. If you cancel earlier than 2 months from the date of your proposed arrival, a refund of 50% will be made. If you cancel after this date, there will be no refund (unless we manage to fill in your slot).
Guest comments
We loved the seclusion yet comfort of the Rustico and our warm welcome. We have had an amazing time here! We loved the night noises and spend many a night lying in my bed just listening, and at times even felt I was back home in Africa. We will definitely tell all our friends about the Rustico and all you have done. Ali + Jason August 2009
We had high expectations of both the Rustico and Mioglia, and we weren’t disappointed. We did not have to venture far to fill our two weeks here. The local rivers are superb. Mario and Stella are great hosts - huge thanks. Kate, Sheffield.
One night there was a centipede and a fire-fly on my bedroom wall. I saw lots of lizards and geckos, and lots of butterflies and flying crass-hoppers. I found a baby toad and put it in the pond. I had a great time. Livia, age 8
We all had a really super week. The children loved the Rustico, the animals and the sense of freedom. Great. Such tranquillity after a day at the coast. Tracy, Wiltshire
Owner profile
That's us: Stella + Mario working in our vineyard
About the owner
We share our time between UK and Italy. Two completely different lifestyles but one cannot exist without the other.
Why the owner chose a home in this location
We found the property by accident and bought it as scrap-land. When we started clearing the undergrowth we found several small vineyards (it turned out that these were all part of a huge vineyard, abandoned for decades). These are now being developed and we started making our own wine.
Unique benefits of the property
The old barn was used for storage of hay and as a small stable. It is now completely restructured and many old locals come to spend an afternoon with us to see the transformation and tell us stories about their childhood.
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