Torretta 6 to 7
Villa and Pool for 6 on the edge of a village : Tredozio, Forlí
Nice little touches
- The position above the village allows privacy and beautiful views, while still being able to stroll downhill into the village.
Good to know
- This property has final cleaning costs to be paid on site. See below the calendar for details.
Torretta lies just beyond the northern border of Tuscany, on a slope above the elegant village of Tredozio. It's a charming house with space for 6 people, a private swimming pool and in the lucky position of having a village within easy walkiing distance. Once a farm tower, it is still owned by the same family that had it built, who also owns a fabulous "Palazzo" in the village, with gardens listed among the "Grandi Giardini Italiani" where concerts and tours are hosted in summer.
As a guest of the family, they will be happy to show you round their 17th century residence, and the gardens, a wonderful and personal insight into the historic residences of Italy. The village of Tredozio itself is charmiing, important enough to have a Michelin starred restaurants yet quiet enough to allow for a relaxed pace of life.
The walk into the village takes around 10 to 15 min, with a bakery at 750m, and bars and restaurants around 1km away. The walk is downhill into the village, so will be uphill on the return trip.
Accommodation
French doors on the two longer sides of the tower house provide entrance to the groundfloor. That at the front leads into a living room with a comfortable sofa and armchairs, views over the verdant valley and doors to a shower room and a compact but well-equipped kitchen. A second door from the kitchen leads to a dining room whose table for 6 faces a French door opening to the stone patio at the back, furnished with wicker sofa and armchairs for outdoor living.
Sleeping accommodations are on the upper floors, the first floor of which is reached via the external staircase at the side of the house. Off the entrance hall is a study with satellite TV and a sofa-bed that can be requested should an extra guest join the group. Also on this level is a lovely double bedroom with an ensuite shower room. As in all the Torretta bedrooms, the rustic charm of its beamed ceilings and exposed stonework blends beautifully with country antiques and attractive soft furnishings. And internal staircase leads from the first to the second floor where two further bedrooms, each which an ensuite shower room, can be set up as either doubles or twins on request.
As comfortable as guests will be inside, there is much pleasure to be had out of doors. Dining al fresco can take place under the shaded pergola overlooking the valley or in or beside the stone annex in the garden. But the swimming pool set slightly higher than the house in a wonderfully panoramic position with sun beds and deck chairs on its flagstone surround cannot help but draw. Whether it’s for a refreshing dip, a holiday tan or meditation on the beauty of the surrounding hills, this is definitely a place to linger.
Features
Villa Details
- Swimming Pool
- All ensuite
- Wifi
- Private Pool
- Insect Screens
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Double And Two Twin/Double Bedrooms
- Extra Bed Available For €270 A Week Payable On Site
- 4 Shower Rooms (3 Ensuite)
- Hairdryers
Kitchen equipment
- Coffee Maker (American And Italian)
- Nespresso Coffee Machine
- Dishwasher
- Kettle
- Microwave
- Toaster
Amenities
- Baby Bed And High Chair (Fee)
- Barbecue
- Fans (On Request)
- Furnished Outdoor Areas
- Iron And Ironing Board
- Television (Satellite)
- Washing Machine
What's included
- Arrive And Relax Package Basic Groceries And A Light Dinner Is Left To Be Re-Heated By The Guests
- Visit To The Gardens Of Palazzo Fantini Included And On Monday A Full-Day Guided Tour To Nearby Towns And A Winery Available
- Pool Towels Provided
- Mid-Week Cleaning; Two Hours On Tuesday And Thursday Included.
Extras
- Catering And Cooking Lessons On Request
- 150€ Final Cleaning Paid On Arrival
- Electricity Is Metered With A Bonus Of 50€ Per Week. Guests Will Pay Only The Amount Exceeding 50€
- Extra Bed Available 270€ Per Week
- Cot Available 110€ Per Week
- This Property Requires A 500€ Cash Deposit On Arrival. This Will Be Returned Minus Any Costs Or Damage On Your Departure
Outdoors
- Swimming Pool Panoramic Pool With Ladder Entry - Dim: 5 X 10 M, Depth: 1.4 M., Furnished With Sun Beds, Umbrellas And Outdoor Shower. Open: 2 May - 26 September
Nearby Activities
- Nearest Beach In Ravenna, 80Kms
- Tennis Court Nearby - 5 Minutes Walk
- Restaurants Nearby, 10 Mins Walk
- Read more about the area around Torretta
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Where is Torretta ?
Getting here
- Bologna Airport 1hr 15mins
- Florence 2 hrs
- Pisa Airport: 2 hrs 45 mins
- Bus Stop in the village
- Nearest Train Station Faenza 30 mins drive
Around Torretta
This area is one where visitors can discover an authentic experience of living in Tuscany and neighbouring Emilia Romagna, both renowned for excellent food and wine.
A ten-minute walk from Torretta leads to the charming village of Tredozio with bars, restaurants and small shops like a bakery. In the village you will also find the 17th century Palazzo Fantini and its beautiful formal Italianate garden, today the residence of the Torretta owners and the site of summer courtyard concerts. During their stay at Torretta guests are invited to tour the palazzo garden and, should they wish to explore their surroundings, a guide will help them organize a full-day tour of nearby towns and a local winery.
Local artisans have made venturing down the road a delight – there are cheese makers and vintners, shoemakers and ceramicists, and a rich culinary heritage that ensures any lunch stop along the way is a delicious one. Faenza offers a world-famous ceramics museum and production, while a bit further towards the Adriatic Ravenna are the world’s finest Byzantine mosaics outside of Istanbul. From here one can head on to coastal resorts or venture inland to the medieval city of Bologna, which combines arcaded elegance with the lively buzz of Europe’s oldest University city. Equidistant to Bologna is Florence, the Renaissance gem that sparkles along the Arno.
Nearby Activities
- Shops and Restaurants in Tredozio, 10 min walk
- Medieval Fortress in Brisighella
- Horse Riding 25 km
- Wineries and wine-tasting 10-25 kms
- Ceramics Museum in Faenza 30 kms
- Mosaics and Architecture in Ravenna, 70 km
Calendar for Torretta
How to book
Is Torretta perfect for you?
For availability and pricing see the calendar above. If you have any questions or would like help choosing, we visit our properties regularly and can help you choose and book the best villa for your holidays.
We can hold dates for you for 48 hours while you make sure everything lines up, then you simply pay the deposit (30% of total) to secure your booking. The balance will then be due 10 weeks before you travel. You can also add "XCover" to your booking for a full refund if you can't travel.
For more details see our Booking Conditions and XCover. You can add XCover to your booking at any time until you have paid your balance, simply ask your agent.
Worth knowing
Many local administrations now charge a “Tourist Tax” for people staying in rented accommodation and these vary from town to town. The charges are generally per person per night with a maximum number of nights, usually around 5 but sometimes 7, beyond which they will not charge. The charges range between 50 cents to 3 euro. Children are sometimes included, sometimes not and these charges should be collected by the property owners.
Not sure?
It can often be faster to contact us to ask for advice - we visit all the houses so can give you first hand advice based on your wishlist. Once you find a villa you like we can hold dates for you for up to 48 hours while you check flights or make sure everybody is on board.
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Booking Notes
- 150€ final cleaning paid on arrival
- Electricity is metered with a bonus of 50€ per week. Guests will pay only the amount exceeding 50€
- Extra bed available 270€ per week
- Cot available 110€ per week
- This property requires a 500€ cash deposit on arrival. This will be returned minus any costs or damage on your departure
