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Medieval Apartment |
Montalto, Liguria, Italy |
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With a stunning view across the Argentina Valley and towards the Alps and a quiet private rooftop terrace set into the walls of Montalto's mediaeval church, this is a wonderful apartment from which you can explore the region of Liguria and its beautiful seaside towns. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| Apartment |
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Property Setting:
| Mountainous / Romantic / Rural / Village setting |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family |
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Bedrooms:
| 2 |
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Guests:
| 6 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Situated in the imposing Argentina Valley, just 20 minutes from Arma Di Taggia on the Mediterranean coast, Badalucco is a busy medieval working village with many facilities including bank, post office, medical centre, cafes, restaurants and shops. This typically Italian apartment has views of the church tower, the coaching bridge over the river on one side and the school football ground on the other. There are many quiet walks to choose from and for the more active tennis courts just outside the village. Liguria is situated immediately east of the French border in Italy and has its own microclimate shielded by the Alps to its northern border and the Mediterranean to its southern border. The region has many beautiful seaside towns including the bustling Arma Di Taggia (20 mins drive) and the much larger town of San Remo (a further 5 km away). |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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All the coastal beaches have golden sand and blue seas, where the bathing is safe and the locals very friendly. The picturesque villages offer interesting frescoes in medieval churches (often providing free concerts) and some magnificent local walks, some of them along the beautiful Argentina valley and river which runs through Badalucco and Montalto villages. There are many festivals throughout the summer and Liguria is a well known flower growing area which exports all over the world. The region is also popular with on and off road cyclists. There is even a stage of the historic car rally championships running through the surrounding hills and villages. There are tennis courts a golf course and water park for the more active. There are many excellent local restaurants suitable for all ages, including a Michelin 3 star in Arma Di Taggia, as well as an abundance of shops and supermarkets where you can buy almost anything. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Nice airport is 60 minutes away, Genoa although smaller is 90 minutes away. Car rental is advisable although getting there by a combination of train and bus is possible for the experienced traveller. |
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Nearest airports:
| Nice 60 minutes |
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Nearest train station:
| Taggia 20 minutes |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| Nice |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Montalto |
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Car Hire:
| Advised |
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Nearest restaurant:
| 2 local restaurants |
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Nearest beach:
| Arma Di Taggia 25 minutes drive away |
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Nearest shop:
| In the village and in Badalucco the next village |
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Nearest market:
| Arma Di Taggia on Mondays |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Nigel Cook |
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Contact Phone No. |
+ 44 (0)1636 677459 / ++44(0)7776255926 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Beach within 20km / Birdwatching / Cooking / Cycling / Fishing / Golf within 20km / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
CD Player / DVD player / Linen provided / Log Fire / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
The heated accommodation sleeps a total of up to 6 people and includes 2 double bedrooms (both with views across the valley) with 1 double bed in each and 1 double sofa bed in the lounge. The lounge/dining room & kitchen area has leather suite, table and chairs, cooker, fridge/freezer, small HiFi and mini DVD player. The bathroom has shower, wc, bidet and hand basin. There is a dressing room/utility room with storage space, hanging space, washer, ironing board etc. Warm in the winter and cool in the summer, this airy apartment benefits from a log burning stove, central heating and combi boiler. It is quiet, light and comfortable no matter what the season. Montalto is built on top of a hill and access can be via a number of steps depending on which route is chosen. The apartment has stairs to the bathroom and terrace and is therefore unsuitable for guests with mobility difficulties.
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Exterior Facilities |
BBQ / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
The large terrace has beautiful views over the Argentine River below, and the valleys towards the Alps. In the summer, falcons can be seen in their nests in the Church Tower. Table, chairs, umbrella and sun loungers are provided for relaxation in addition to an electric barbeque for the warm light summer evenings. Parking on the road or in the free public car park nearby.
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Further Details |
Badalucco is the closest place and has all the facilities one might expect from a large village including bank, doctors, pharmacy, bars, shops, restaurants etc. The Argentine valley is stunning and leads directly to the wonderful old fashioned friendly seaside town of Arma Di Taggia. The old colonial town of San Remo and Menton and Monaco are only 30 minutes drive away to the West and equal distance to bustling Imperia to the East. There are plenty of seaside villages to experience with activities including Karting, crazy Golf, etc. Easy access to Sardinia and Corsica is possible from the ancient ferry port of Imperia, just 30 minutes away. Genoa and Nice airports are between 1 and 2 hours away and can be reached either by motorway or rail. Skiing in the beautiful resort of Limone Piemonte is just 2 hrs drive or train ride away.
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Conditions of Rental |
Summer from May to September - Saturday to Saturday rentals. Winter - October to April by arrangement. No pets. All bookings subject to 20%, deposit - balance payable 8 weeks prior to departure.
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