Large 16th century house located in Nonza (classified village) in the Corsican Cape

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10250 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Nonza, Corse

Cap Corse1 min walk
Église Ste-Julie7 min walk
Nonza Beach10 min walk
Bastia (BIA-Poretta)44 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Blue bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Green bedroom

1 Double Bed

Pink bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

White bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

1rst floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

2nd floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

A HOUSE CHARGED WITH HISTORY

Character house dating from the 16th century housing an antique oil mill. It is located in the heart of the village, in the quarter called "Casa quadra" (or barracks) of Nonza and is a real history book. Rented by its owner who had placed himself at the service of the Order of Malta, it sheltered in particular the Lieutenancy of Pascal Paoli during the short period of the independence of Corsica. Subsequently, it was inhabited by Giovanni Mattei, Corsaire in the service of the Viceroy Gilbert Elliot, during the Anglo-Corsican kingdom. The following years, intrepid commanders of the merchant marine or military who participated in the great adventures of their time as the expedition of the Duke of Luynes in the Red Sea, lived there. It also sheltered very famous hosts such as Pascal Paoli, James Cook (discoverer of Australia) and more recently the painter Léonor Fini or the singer Jean Ferrat.

DESCRIPTION OF CASA MATTEI

The house is distributed on four levels:

- The bottom of the house allows access to the gardens which offer a splendid sea view.

- The ground floor consists of a large office (access reserved to the owner) and the pink room (master suite / parental suite) with a large double bed and a bed of a bed, the all opening onto a large private bathroom and modern with wc.

- On the first floor, you will find the blue room composed of two adjoining rooms to accommodate a double bed and a single bed. The small white room is next door, with a window that offers a beautiful view of an abandoned garden and includes a double bed.
Finally, the green room, more spacious, is at the end of the corridor and includes a double bed. The entire floor is served by a large modern bathroom with toilet with a splendid view of the tower of Nonza.

- On the second and last floor, you will finally find the dining room / lounge with TV (flat screen) and a very functional kitchen (microwave - dishwasher - washing machine, gas cooker with extractor hood, fridge and freezer, oven, coffee maker) .
It is also on the top floor that you will find a large terrace covered with a pergola where you can have lunch or dinner with friends.
The terrace offers a breathtaking view of the gardens of the house, the former gendarmerie, the mountain, the village, the tower, the sea and further afield the Gulf of St Florent.
The living room offers a beautiful view of the black pebble beach, the church and the Café de la Tour under its plane trees.

SERVICES AND EQUIPMENTS OF THE HOUSE

- Crockery available + all the necessary to cook
- The bedding is new, but team of authentic furniture that is not too suitable for people of very large or too large body.
- Wifi throughout the house
- Optional bed linen and bath towels in partnership with a professional laundry (rates are on the HomeAway website)
- Vacuum cleaner / mop
- Hair dryer
- Hangers
- Weber barbecue on the terrace

RESUME

- 10 people
- 4 bedrooms
- 6 beds
- 2 bathrooms / 2 toilets

RULES OF PROCEDURE

This house is non-smoking.
Unfortunately, we do not accept animals.
Parties and noisy parties forbidden for the respect of the inhabitants of the village.

Property manager

Jean-Paul Mattei

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Animaux non admis

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Location non-fumeur

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nonza

Located in Nonza, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cap Corse and Corsica Beaches. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.

Nonza, Corse

What's nearby

Cap Corse - 1 min walk
Église Ste-Julie - 7 min walk
Tour de Nonza - 7 min walk
Nonza Beach - 10 min walk
Bastia Vieux Port Marina - 33 min drive

Getting around

Bassanese Station - 31 min drive
Bastia (BIA-Poretta) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

Café de la Tour - 1 min walk
La Sassa - 3 min walk
Restaurant Osteria Di San Martinu - 16 min drive
U Snacku - 6 min drive
E Caselle - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large 16th century house located in Nonza (classified village) in the Corsican Cape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large 16th century house located in Nonza (classified village) in the Corsican Cape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large 16th century house located in Nonza (classified village) in the Corsican Cape?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Large 16th century house located in Nonza (classified village) in the Corsican Cape located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Cap Corse, Église Ste-Julie and Tour de Nonza. Nonza Beach and Baracataggio are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Itsuko m.

27 Jun 2018

秘密の場所

Nonzaの村は、私達、画家にとって特別な場所です。まさに絵になるところでした。Cup Corseの山道を走り続けると突然現れた美しい村には、感動しました。Mr Matteiの家はローケーションも抜群で,アンティーク家具に囲まれた各部屋は、まるで時代を、遡ったかのように感じました。特にテラスは、居心地が良く、塔を眺めながら、眠る以外のほとんどの時間をここで過ごしました。私達は、滞在に必要なすべてのものが完璧に揃っていました。たった1週間の滞在が自分の家のように、くつろぐことができました。Nonzaの人々は親切でフレンドリーでした。私達は、又ここに戻ってくるでしょう。心からの感謝を込めて。ItsukoMizuno

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stéphane S.

1 Aug 2022

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Une maison corse comme on l'imagine

La mer vue de la terrasse, la mer dans le salon, la mer vue de la salle de bains ... Au coeur du magnifique village, à l'ombre de l'église, une maison corse comme on l'imagine, pleine de la vie des anciens mais qui offre aussi à chacun la part de confort et d'autonomie qu'il souhaite. Le propriétaire, Jeaul Paul Mattei, est disponible, accueillant mais reste très discret. On sent qu'il aime sa maison, son village et sait le faire partager. Merci !

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

28 Aug 2021

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Magnifique maison et propriétaires extrêmement attentifs

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour facilité par des propriétaires extrêmement attentifs au bien-être de leurs clients et très aidants. Nous remercions encore Jean-Paul Mattéi et sa fille pour leur sens exceptionnel de l'hospitalité.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

François M.

23 Aug 2021

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Le calme et la beauté

Nous avons passé deux très bonnes semaines de vacances dans la maison. Le village est extrêmement beau et d'une authenticité rare. La maison est à l'image du village, préservée et très agréable à vivre. La terrasse et sa vue imprenable sur le golfe de Saint Florent, ne gâtent rien et nous y avons passé de très bons moments.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ines F.

17 Jul 2021

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Ein Schmuckstück aus vergangenen Zeiten

Zauberhafte Casa aus dem 16. Jahrhundert mit einer grossen Dachterasse mit Blick auf das Meer und den Sonnenuntergang, welcher nicht schöner sei könnte. Wunderbares altes Mobiliar, mit 2 neuen Bädern auagestattet. Nach 2 Wochen im Örtchen Nonza fühlten wir uns beinahe der Ortsgemeinschaft zugehörig.

Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jean-Paul Mattei

This house is a heritage of my family since 1557. Of course, the built has changed over time and only the heart of the house, located in the lateral extension of “Casa quadra”, dates from this time. The front facade dates from the end of the 18th century and was built around an old oil mill that is now located in the cellar. The recent rear façade allowed building modern bathrooms while preserving its original volumes. My ancestors, like many others, opted for the marine trades either in the French navy or as privateer in the service of the Knights of Malta or Pascal Paoli. Much more recently, my father has been Prefect in Algeria after graduating from the École Libre de Sciences Politiques in Paris. As for me, I went to the communal school of Nonza, to Saint-Joseph secondary school in Avignon, to the University of Aix-Marseille III, UWL and Harvard Law School in the USA. I’m now a lawyer and a senior lecturer for the universities of Corsica and Leonard de Vinci in Paris.

Why they chose this property

Renting my house is firstly a way to have the financial means to preserve the rich 600-year history of this place. It’s also a way to take part in the village life by maintaining this house beyond the time that I have. Finally, it’s a way to allow our community to benefit from the pleasure of receiving you, as future goodwill ambassadors of Nonza.

What makes this property unique

Nonza is a magic place, it’s almost captivating because of the contrasts that the setting offers; both sea and mountain. If you hate black-grey, blue, red and green, run away, this village won’t suit you. On the contrary, if you want to avoid the stereotypes of the tourist parks, here you will have the opportunity to savour all the delights of one of the last authentic areas of our region.