Castello di Proceno - Bicocca
- Property type: Villas & Apartments
- Sleeps: 2
- Region: Lazio
- Location: Proceno
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Swimming pool: Shared
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Situated close to the border of Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio, Il Castello is a marvellous 12th century fortress with pentagonal base incorporating a main tower and two secondary towers interconnected by walkways and a drawbridge. The structure includes a guard-house that is attached on one side to the castle by the towns defensive walls. The town itself offers all facilities and shops including, an excellent restaurant, café/bar, bank, news agents, wine shop, grocers etc. At about 15 minutes drive is the Lake of Bolsena, providing beaches for lazing or picnics, a wide range of water sports, boat trips and spectacular drives around it. To the south is Viterbo, with its papal palace from the middle ages, and the Tarquinian necropolis. To the west Sorano and Pitigliano, of medieval importance and interest, are picturesquely striking up on their hills. Orvieto, to the east, is the site of one of Italy’s most artistically attractive cathedrals. This area rewards discovery, yet remains within acceptable driving distance for day trips to Florence or Rome.
In total there are seven apartments and three suites. Part of the castle includes an internal medieval courtyard around which four apartments, Chiostrino, Corsetto, Loggia and Bicocca, are located. These four apartments are connected to the gardens and swimming pool by an ancient tunnel that goes through the rock under the castle. Access to three other apartments, Estate, Autunno and Primavera, is through a vaulted hall with original flagstones and guardhouse windows. Estate and Autunno are accessed via a stone spiral staircase whilst Primavera is on the ground floor to the left of the main entrance hall. Access to the suites, Collinella, Poggiolo and Caciaia, is through a ground floor portal from the courtyard and an internal staircase that connects the three floors but this part of the Castle is not suitable for small children.
Accommodation
Beautiful studio apartment accessed from the courtyard up a flight of stairs that leads to a landing where the private entrance to the apartment is found. The door opens into a living room with double bed. Through an open arch, down three steps from the living room, is a well-equipped kitchen/dining room with glass door to a delightful furnished private terrace offering spectacular views over Proceno and the surrounding countryside. Bathroom with shower. Bicocca can interconnect with La Loggia if both apartments are booked by the same group. Central heating.Grounds
The main garden grounds lie below the castle and look out onto the valley. Here there is also a little restaurant that the owners open in the summer so guests can enjoy lunches and dinners near the pool. The garden grounds are well established with giant bamboos, herbaceous borders and peach trees.
Facilities
- Central heating
- Working fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Telephone
- Restaurant
- Mountain bikes
- Maid service on request
Pool details
The pool is 12m x 6m with a constant depth of 1.5m and ladders for entry/exit.
Activities
- Beach & Water sports 15km
- Hiking - Monte Rufena National Park
- Horse riding 15km
Access road
Easy normal road.
Airports
Rome 1hr 50mins. Pisa 2hrs 30mins. Perugia 1hr 40mins.Distances
Acquapendente 7 km, Sovana 18 km, Lake Bolsena 25 km, Orvieto 45 km, Viterbo 58 km, Siena 90 km, Roma 135 km, Florence 140 km, Seaside of the Maremma 90 km
For an overview of the entire estate and more picture click here >>>
| Arrival Date | Departure Date | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2008 | 20/12/2008 | Weekly rate: £350 |
| 20/12/2008 | 10/01/2009 | Weekly rate: £450 |
| 31/01/2009 | 14/03/2009 | Weekly rate: £380 |
| 14/03/2009 | 28/03/2009 | Weekly rate: £490 |
| 28/03/2009 | 16/05/2009 | Weekly rate: £380 |
| 16/05/2009 | 27/06/2009 | Weekly rate: £490 |
| 27/06/2009 | 29/08/2009 | Weekly rate: £580 |
| 29/08/2009 | 03/10/2009 | Weekly rate: £490 |
| 03/10/2009 | 19/12/2009 | Weekly rate: £380 |
| 19/12/2009 | 09/01/2010 | Weekly rate: £490 |
B&B available on request.
Daily rates upon request
Prices include
- Household linen and towels
- Childs cot upon request
- Utilities
Not included (charged locally)
- Extra bed: €10 per day
- Mountain bikes: €26 per week
Security Deposit
On arrival you will be asked for a security deposit of €150, payable in cash. The security deposit will be returned to you at the end of your rental.
Arrival Times
Arrivals expected between 16.00 - 19.30 hrs. If you are going to be late, you MUST advise us or the owner/keyholder in advance. Property to be vacated no later than 10.00am on day of departure.
