Grotte di Castro (Viterbo) Code
Elegant country house on organic farm in prime location, with wonderful views of Lake Bolsena. Umbria, Tuscany, sea at a short distance, such as Sovana, Pitigliano, Civita di Bagnoregio and Saturnia. We have two two-room lake view apartments, one studio apartment and three rooms All units are independent and with private bathroom. Spa within walking distance. Sports lake 10 mm Possibility of horseback riding. Pets on request only in the apartments. Possibility to book beautiful excursions with expert environmental guide .
The double rooms have private bathrooms, and have TV, kettle with herbal teas and infusions. Independent two-room apartments consist of a double bedroom and living room with fireplace and equipped kitchenette. There is a comfortable sofa bed for two people in the living room. Privileged location on the second floor with enjoyable panoramic terrace overlooking Lake Bolsena. The studio apartment with equipped kitchenette , is for four people and consists of double bed plus sofa bed for two You provide bed linen, bathroom and kitchen . It is also possible to harvest organic produce from the farm's garden for use during your stay.
The lake of Bolsena, just 5 minutes away is the closest attraction. It forms a peculiar ecosystem for a walk, a bike ride or canoe trip along the shore.The villages of Bolsena with it's Acquario hosting local and exotic aquatic species, Montefiascone with it's wine tradition, Marta and Capodimonte two small fishing communities are sites where valuable historic and natural sight seeng can be accompanied by the discovery of rich food and wine. Particularly valuable is lake fish cuisine.On the shores of the Bolsena lake the choice for outdoors entertainment is wide. Horse riding clubs and sailing clubs are within the rech of a short drive. A 9 Holes Golf club is available within less than 15 minutes from the farm. Thermal springs are numerous in the area, and range from well organized receptive structures to springs hidden in the wilderness. Such attractions are available in Marta, Viterbo, Saturnia and some more. In Torre Alfina the Museum of the Flower can offer the opportunity to meet precious and rare species to expand your knowledge on the matter.Pilgrims still walk the Via Francigena, that leaves Cantherbury Cathedral to reach the Holy City, passing right next to the property, on its more than one thousand kilometers to get Northern European Cristians to Rome. Toscana begins some 25 minutes driving north, with the renowned town of Pitigliano where a rich historical, architectural and archeological experience is available.In pitigliano christian and jewish symbols coexist from long time. The medieval town of Viterbo about 30 minutes away has been the location of the Holy See. The "Palazzo dei Papi" was the holy see for nine Popes starting from 1257 A.D. Viterbo is built underneath the Cimini mountain range reaching 1050 meters above sea level where mountain trekking can be done in the peculiar ecosystem that it offers. On the Cimini some of the best chestnuts and hazelnuts in the world are produced. The beautiful town of Orvieto, where first settlements are traced back to the VII° Century BC, can be reached in forty minutes. Built on a tuff stone hill, it offers exceptional scenery and cultural events such as "Umbria Jazz Winter Festival" and "Umbria Folk Festival" in August. Artisan workshops traditionally offer leather and ceramic handicraft along the alleys of the old town.
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Owners will be held responsible for damage to property and persons.