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Dimora alla Cascata | 
La Torre dining |
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Terrace | 
La Torre Bedroom |
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Tellaro cove | 
Kitchen 2 |
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Lower waterfall | 
Studio room |
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Mill and waterfalls | 
Verrucola & Castle |
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Property |
Location |
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Dimora la Cascata |
Fivizzano, Tuscany, Italy |
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One-off feature |
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A former watermill set adjacent to a pretty waterfall on the edge of the medieval hilltown of Verrucola with views of the most splendid Malaspina castle in Lunigiana. A great base for artists & photographers, ideal for those seeking peace & tranquillity but within easy reach of the Cinque Terre coastline, cultural centres of Florence, Pisa, Lucca, Parma and ''lost in time'' local villages. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| Mills & Millhouses |
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Property Setting:
| Mountainous / Riverside / Waterfront / Village / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family / Sports & activity / Culture |
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Bedrooms:
| 5 |
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Guests:
| 12 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Dimora alla Cascata has been our beloved family home since 1996. Converted and restored to a rustic holiday base on three levels and retaining original features such as chestnut beams, terracotta floors and the original mill doors, the Mill provides one large family let consisting of 3 separate apartments. Each apartment is spacious and fully self-contained with separate entrances and private terrace areas with views of the waterfall, stream and the medieval village of Verrucola di Fivizzano with, of course, its castle. The living areas are equipped with wood burning stoves and are comfortably furnished lending a homely feel to the interior of the Mill. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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Dimora alla Cascata is located in the Lunigiana region. A magical unspoilt area free from tourist crowds where medieval castles and villages perch high above green wooded valleys. It offers the tourist a mild climate, a calm and soothing atmosphere in the hills criss-crossed by clear streams. The area caters for all offering museums, thermal waters, sport centres, skiing, fishing and trekking on horse back or by foot. Added to all of this is the folklore, traditions, the cuisine and local handicrafts, something for everyone.
Close to Lunigiana is the world heritage site-the Cinque Terre, Parma rich with Verdi connections and Lucca which you can reach by a small train through the hills skirting the Apennine National park and are both an hour away. Florence is two hours, Milan three hours away. Alternatively you could be sunning yourself in one of the many sandy coves or beaches on the coast just 45 minutes away. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Dimora alla Cascata is searved by a number of airports - Pisa, Genoa, Parma, Milan and Bologna with low cost carriers such as Ryanair, Easyjet, Jet2 etc as well as BA, Lufthansam Air France etc
Numerous car hire offices can be found at each airport. Trains regularly connect to Aulla from Pisa and La Spezia. The Mill is easily accessible by road from the major european highways and driving time from the UK is approximately 20 hours. |
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Nearest airports:
| Pisa 95km |
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Nearest train station:
| Rometta 10km |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| La Spezia |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Verrucola |
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Car Hire:
| Advised |
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Nearest restaurant:
| Al Castello, Verrucola |
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Nearest beach:
| Marinella start of the Versillian Rivieara |
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Nearest shop:
| Fivizzano |
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Nearest market:
| Fivizzano |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Lindsay Norris |
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Contact Phone No. |
+39 0585 926688 / +3926737 34000 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Beach within 30km / Birdwatching / Climbing / Cycling / Fishing / Golf within 30km / Horse Riding / Skiing / Tennis / Therapies / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
DVD player / Linen provided / Log Fire / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
The upper level - 'La Torre' is spacious and light, accessed up a short flight of steps. It accommodates 4-6 people in 2 double bedrooms one with the option of full-size bunk beds for 2 additional guests. It has a living room with wood stove, a large kitchen with dining area and a shower room. The kitchen is well equipped. 'Il Castello' will accommodate 4-6 people on the middle level of the Mill. It is a comfortable, spacious apartment with television, a wood burning stove and a similarly equipped kitchen as 'La Torre'. Fully tiled shower room. The lounge has a large sofa-bed for two additional guests if required. 'La Cascata' is located on the lower level of the Mill and accessed down a small slope from ground floor level. It is a very cosy apartment ideal for a couple and opens out onto a terrace which is adjacent to the stream.
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Exterior Facilities |
BBQ / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
There are 3 terrace areas; one with built in barbecue,the others with portable bbqs. Terraces are situated next to the waterfall and stream and are the perfect places to sit, relax and watch the world go by.
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Further Details |
Dimora alla Cascata has a communal laundry, drying areas, gas central heating and is equipped with radio/cd/tape players, two tvs together with a selection of cds, tapes, dvds and a large library of books for guest’s enjoyment. There are many maps, itineraries, restaurant recommendations and details of local places of interest to visit during your stay in each apartment.
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Conditions of
Rental |
Lettings may start any day subject to availability arriving after 5.00pm, leaving before 10.00am unless otherwise agreed by prior arrangement. All prices are in Euros (preferred currency) or Pounds sterling, daily rates are available. Three nights minimum stay. Please enquire about longer lets. The rental price includes:
Electricity and gas, water, cleaning of property before the start of rental period, wood for the stove, bed linen and towels are provided but please bring your own beach towels. Additional cleaning is available on request and for an additional fee. A non-returnable deposit of £300 per week for the whole house is required to confirm your booking. The balance payment for the rental is due 6 weeks before the start of your holiday.
Payment to be made by bank transfer in GBP (£ Sterling) or euros (preferred currency).
Account details forwarded at time of booking.
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Other Information |
Ideal for honeymoons / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about Dimora la Cascata |
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Excellant comunication with owner,we rented the downstairs apartment and it was all we could have wished for,great location for exploring the area.The local town of Fivizzano has everything you would require,supermarket,various types of shops,bars,restaurants.The bars/restaurants around the square are great value for money and are so friendly.We would highly recommend the mill to stay in.
By John and Bridget Richardson. from Riseley,Beds. on 3/30/2010 for a stay in 7/1/2009
John & Bridget R., Bedfordshire, UK, Jul 2009 
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The accommodation is great,really well equipped-absolutely everything you might need,even a patio overlooking the stream with a barbecue.
The locality is great,loads of places within reasonably easy reach,but a car is essential if you want to get anywhere much.On the other hand if you just want to stay in the house and relax then it's perfect for that too!
Dave H., London, UK, Aug 2009
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"Character in abudance..!"
Dimora alla Cascata comes very highly recommended..! The booking process with the owner was seemless. I asked lots of questions which were answered promptly with extensive information to help me decide that this was the accomodation for me. The property is a converted water mill next to a stream and waterfall with great character. It has a secluded feel and is tastefully presented. The apartment was very well equipped and we made regular use of the bbq with it's excellent waterfall views. The village has an excellent restaurant 2 minutes away which is very friendly and serves great food. We flew into Pisa airport and out of Genoa which are both close to the Mill. The rest of Tuscany is easier accessable using the Mill as a base. I will be back soon.
Robert N, Midlands, UK, May 2010
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"A Majical PLace Fivizzano And The Mill"
The mills set in a perfect location between the mountains and the sea .You will need a car, but there is a bus service to a large town,this has station with conectons to all cities.The mill if you are looking for peace and tranquilty has this in abudance.The accomodation offers comfortable rustic charm.First hand knowledge and information provided bye Lindsay gives you peace of mind to enjoy all that Fivizzano has to offer.Fivizzano the charm of a village but the bustle of Italian ,life with its shops caffes and makets.This has given us many wonderful holidays its just a majical place
Ann W., Somerset, UK, Jan 2010
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"Amazing place."
Excellant comunication with owner,we rented the downstairs apartment and it was all we could have wished for,great location for exploring the area.The local town of Fivizzano has everything you would require,supermarket,various types of shops,bars,restaurants.The bars/restaurants around the square are great value for money and are so friendly.We would highly recommend the mill to stay in.
John Richardson, UK, Mar 2010
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Great location, great hosts thanks for making us feel welcome and for all the local knowledge…. This is the lifestyle! Ciao!
John & Rachel P,, Auckland, New Zealand, Jun 2005
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If ever a little bit of heaven dropped off it landed here in Verrucola. We needed to chill out, oh boy have we chilled! This really is the most fabulous place to stay for many reasons…. The world needs places like this!
Di & Joe H., Poulton Le Filde, Lancs, UK, Aug 2004
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My partner and I drove 1300 miles and finally arrived in Lunigiana, at Tuscany's northernmost tip. We had rented part of a watermill at Verrucola which made us gasp it was so beautiful…I felt we had gone back to the 13th century with cobbled stone streets, quaint old houses and the most stunning castle just next door. In perfect timing for my birthday we enjoyed the local archery festa which took place over two days at the Piazza Medicea, Fivizzano. Everyone wore medieval costume and in the evening the church in the piazza was a backdrop for the most amazing firework display….I hope the readers of 'Italy' get a chance to experience the delights of the two villages. I am sure they will feel like we did - that they will never want to go home.
Deborah B., Bournemouth, UK, Aug 2003
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We had the most fabulous time in Verrucola, attending the odd mass on Sunday and Alfi's Cantina on Saturday nights. The locals were extremely friendly and most tolerate of these strange foreigners - 5 week stay for anniversary celebrations
Jocelyn, Australia, Jul 2008
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I want to wriet to let you know how much we enjoyed staying at Dimora La Cascata. I am so glad I came across it on the net all those months ago. The position was fabulous, the scenery glorious, the apartment well-appointed.....I am hoping one day to return with my 2 teenage sons
Lucie G., Tasmania, Jun 2006
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