Apartments in Traditional Stone House in Medieval Village
Four x 1 Bedroom Apartments (Each Sleeps 2/4)
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Dolceacqua is situated on the border between the Italian flower Riviera and the French Côte d’Azur. Famous towns such as Menton, Monte Carlo, Nice, and Cannes etc are easily accessible. The village itself can trace its ancestry back to medieval times, as its beautiful castle and Roman Bridge demonstrate. Still today, the main industry is agriculture and flower cultivation. The villagers still tend their vineyards which produce the famous 'Rossese' red wine and their olive groves which surround the village. The flats are at one of the highest view points of Dolceacqua village and take in the spectacular view of the medieval castle and Roman Bridge on the opposite side of the river.
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| Rental periods | The Bicknell Sleeps 2/4 |
The Hanbury Sleeps 2/4 |
The Monet Sleeps 2/4 |
The Doria Sleeps 2/4 |
| January - March | 300 euros | 300 euros | 300 euros | 350 euros |
| April - June | 370 euros | 370 euros | 370 euros | 450 euros |
| July / August | 400 euros | 400 euros | 400 euros | 500 euros |
| September / October | 370 euros | 370 euros | 370 euros | 450 euros |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in euros. .For short breaks (min 3 nights) please e-mail, also longer lets considered.
Changeover day
Our preferred changeover day is Saturday. We are however flexible and are happy to co-operate with our guests and their timetables.
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The Hanbury 2nd Floor (1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2/4)
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| This apartment is up one ramp of stairs, and can easily accommodate 4 people. It has an sunny open aspect and the castle and roman bridge can be admired from all the windows. There is a double bedroom with king size bed, fitted wardrobes, and drawers for storage. A fully fitted kitchen equipped with oven, hob, large fridge, dishwasher, washer/dryer, iron, kettle, toaster, etc. The lounge area has a comfortable sofa bed, 32" flat screen TV with satellite receiver, DVD/CD player, elegant dining table and chairs. The bathroom has a shower with massage fitment and hair dryer. As in the Bicknell apartment, the same attention has been paid to ensure our guest's comfort at all times. All linen, towels, and final clean on day of departure are included in price. | |
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The Monet 3rd Floor (1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2/4)
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| This apartment is on the third floor and can comfortably accommodate 4 people. As with the other appartments. The Monet has an open sunny aspect with beautiful views of Dolceacqua. There is a double bedroom with king size bed, fitted wardrobes, and drawers for storage. A fully fitted kitchen, equipped with oven, hob, large fridge, dishwasher, washer/dryer, iron, kettle, toaster, etc. The lounge area has a comfortable sofa bed, 32" flat screen TV with satellite receiver, DVD/CD player, elegant dining table and chairs. The bathroom has a shower with massage fitment and hair dryer.Once again we have paid great attention to detail and our guests will also find crystal champagne flutes in the cupboard ,so as they may toast a happy holiday in style! All linen, towels, and final clean on day of departure are included in price. | |
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The Doria 4th Floor (1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2/4)
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| The Doria apartment named after the castle is on the top floor and the 3 short, steep flights of stairs are well worth the effort. The views from the large windows are incredible. One can see not only the whole of Dolceacqua in all its splendour but also the whole of the Nervia valley. It is indeed breathtaking. It can accommodate 4 people. There is a double bedroom with king size bed, fitted wardrobes, and drawers for storage. This bedroom has a skylight and so you can watch the stars as you lay in bed. A fully fitted kitchen, equipped with oven, hob, large fridge, dishwasher, washer/dryer, iron, kettle, toaster, etc. The lounge area has a comfortable sofa bed, 32" flat screen TV with satellite receiver, DVD/CD player, elegant dining table and chairs. The bathroom has a shower with massage fitment and hair dryer. We have of course applied the same attention to detail here and all linen, towels, and final clean on day of departure are included in price. | |
Accessibility
Be aware that there is no access by car up to the front door of the apartments, luggage would have to be carried a short 50m walk from the nearby car park and on street parking. Due to the nature of the terrain and the access by stairs the flats are unfortunately not suitable for the disabled.
Outside
For your leisure we have arranged with a beautiful local Hotel ( 3kms) for our guests to have use of their facilities, swimming pool, tennis court, bar, solarium and restaurants. On your arrival you will find in your welcome pack a free first entry with complimentary drink voucher and subsequent visits would be charged a small fee.Internet access also available.
Coast/Beach
There is an abundance of nearby beaches in the area. The nearest beach is 8km. A particular favourite beach is 'The Calandre' at Ventimiglia, this is a sandy cove reached by a Cliff-side walk that provides stunning views. The fantastic man-made beaches in the beautiful locations of Menton and Monte Carlo are all within a short drive. Monte Carlo for example is approx 20km.
Golf
San Remo golf course is 25kms ( approx 35 min drive ) Built in the 1930's by British architects, it was the first golf country club to open in Italy. It has charming parcours amoung olive trees, overlooking the blue mediterranean. It is 18holes, par 69 and whilst it cannot be said to be amoungst the longer ones in Italy it is described as technically challenging! Some 40kms away there is The Hotel Castellaro Golf resort which combines golf with spa treatments, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts etc.
Skiing
Limone ski resort is only 65kms from Dolceacqua which means you can get up in the morning ,take a train ( excellent rail service, 6 times daily during Winter) or car, enjoy a days skiing and be back in time to enjoy a drink by the mediterranean in the evening! Limone is a very pretty area and is one of the oldest alpine villages in Italy with a 12th century church at its center. It has 90kms of downhill ski, 46 individual pistes and 29 ski lifts. The season normally starts from 8th December.
Special interest holidays
Dolceacqua is also a wonderful place to choose for a wedding. There are many lovely settings: tiny chapels set in olive groves, traditional churches in beautiful villages , or for civil ceremonies the choice is endless. We have a highly qualified, professional event planner who would be happy to discuss and plan your dream wedding. Please email for further info on inspection trips etc.We can also arrange olive harvesting holiday breaks. Guests can participate in the whole process from collecting the olives from the trees through to taking the olives to the mill to make the oil.
Travel
The nearest airport to Dolceacqua is Nice International Côte d’Azur, which is only 50kms or 45 minutes away by road. The airport is well served not only by all the major airlines but also by the most important budget airlines such as Easy Jet, Jet 2 and Ryan Air. Car hire is available at the airport and is to be recommended, although not essential.
Distances
There are several must see villages nearbye. Principle amongst them is Apricale, a village that seems to cling to the hillside. It was voted one of Italy's most beautiful villages only a few years ago. Rocchetta is also a lovely quaint village, well known for its crystal clear fresh water pools ideal for swimming. Otherwise, for the jet set lifestyle, the Côte d’Azur begins at Menton only 15kms away.
Further details
The area has a good selection of restaurants and pizzerias at which to enjoy traditional Italian food and perhaps a glass or two of the famous local 'Dolceacqua Rossese' red wine. One pizzeria in particular is equipped with a separate preparation area and oven in which to cook gluten free meals for celiac sufferers and there is also a biological food shop which caters for people who prefer organic produce or who have food allergies. Local bakers bake fresh bread daily and many shops sell local grown produce such as extra virgin olive oil, wine, fruit and vegetables. Other important amenities include two banks and a post office. The village holds a market every Thursday and during the summer months, offers many traditional events such as concerts, fireworks, operas and village festivals. Not to be missed is the 21 August fireworks display. Dolceacqua is also ideal for those who just wish to relax and enjoy nature . Some gentle strolls in old olive grooves start from just outside the front door of the appartments. For the more experienced there is an abundance of challenging hikes and for those who like to admire the countryside from the inside of the car the choice is endless. For the more active, Dolceacqua has a riding school and pony trekking is a popular pastime. Canyoning in Rocchetta is also ever more in demand. Another popular pastime is mountain biking as there is certainly no shortage of tracks. Should any of our guests wish to bring their own bike we can supply safe storage.
Booking notes
Prices are for the apartment per week in Euros. Prices include water, gas, electricity, bedlinen, towels and cleaning on departure.
Guest comments
Dear Kathy, What a delightful apartment and town. we were very impressed with everything ' Dolceacqua' had to offer and we were particularly pleased with the welcome we received from yourself and the local people Thanks again and I am sure we will be back for another visit. Mark & Judy.
Dear Kathy
We have had yet another fabulous holiday in The Doria apartment, our 3rd!! Everything about Dolceacqua is wonderful.. the views, the traditions, the people. Staying in The Doria is the 'icing on the cake' where else would you be surrounded by such splendid sights from morning until night? Unfortunately we have missed the Firework Festival this year but I am sure we will see it again! Thanks for a wonderful holiday. Margaret and Philip
Dear Kathy Thank you so much for an enjoyable vacation. We have found everything we look for: local setting, great natural environment and the thoughtful inside setting. Everything a traveller looks for. Will make sure our friends know about it. Igor & Inna
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Property Ref IT2240
Kathleen Coyle
Mob: (Italy) + 39 3358 392 345
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