Castello Mandrea

DESCRIPTIONS CASTELLO MANDREA
CASTELLO MANDREA near the French border lies on a property of 20 hectars of olive trees and offers a stunning view over the village of Dolceacqua, a partner city of the Principality of Monaco.
CASTELLO MANDREA provides a unique blend of historical charm and modern convenience, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking a tranquil and private getaway with easy access to nearby attractions.
The entire Villa is yours only !
It has great views on the Doria Castle of Dolceacqua, where at only 8 minutes Drive you will find a variety of souvenir shops, artists’ studios, and restaurants. – The village is known for its well-preserved buildings and picturesque streets, which offer a glimpse into its medieval past and particularly known for its e scenic bridge painted by Monet.
The villa of 240 sqm living area, 80 sqm Terrase, 30 sqm garden Terrace has been build in 2022. All the stones of the ancient Ruins on the property have been added to the new Castello to melt into the nature; the interior is of modern style for 2 people seeking privacy and quietness; 2 more guests can sleep in the spacious open space Mezzanine.
– ***The Plus:
– **1) Total Privacy:**
– The property has 1 access ; pass the properties’ gate and enjoy full Privacy
You are surrounded by olive trees , no roads, no noise, only the birds;
### Neighbors are as from 500 meters away.
– **2) The view:**
One of the rare and unique views on the village of Dolceacqua plus the mountains
**3) – **Pool and Jacuzzi:**
– Heated Jacuzzi with massage jets and bubbles.
– Heated pool (April to September) with countercurrent swimming system and massage jets.

Here are some key details about the location and its amenities:
### Location and Accessibility:
Here are the key features and details about this stunning location:

– ***Nearby Attractions:***
– **Nice Airport:** 1 hour away
– **Dolceacqua:** 8 minutes away
– **Beach:** 18 minutes away
– **Ventimiglia and its famous market:** 20 minutes away
– **France:** 20 minutes away
– **San Remo:** 40 minutes away
– **Monte Carlo:** 40 minutes away

### Features and Amenities:
– **Bedroom:**
– Attached bathroom with a large bathtub and a view of the bedroom’s fireplace.
– Large glass doors for stargazing, Sun- and Moonrise.
– Direct access to the pool, jacuzzi, and garden.
– Smart TV and mosquito nets.
– Enclosed Walk-in Vestiaire

– **Living Room:**
– Large open space with a mezzanine, including a double bed and ensuite bathroom.
– Great views of the mountains and sky.
– **Fireplace:**
– Wood fireplace using olive wood from the property.

– **Entertainment:**
– 77-inch Smart TV with IPTV offering 900 channels.
– Access to Netflix, Apple TV, Disney Channel, Paramount, and more.

– **Kitchen:**
– Open-plan kitchen of white mat ceramic.
– American fridge with ice and water dispenser, yogurt/ice machine.
– Nespresso machine
– fully equipped

– **Additional Amenities:**
– Extra guest toilet.
– Full noise proofing.
– Air conditioning throughout the house.
– Floor heating throughout the house,.

– **Service:**
– Housekeeper every 4-5 days for cleaning, changing bedsheets and towels, and maintaining the pool and jacuzzi.
– Bedsheets and towels are provided without extra fee.

– **Security:**
– Security cameras and alarm system connected to a security firm.
– Privacy-conscious setup.
### Accessibility By Car:**
– A car is necessary.
– access from the main road is suitable for all types of vehicles, except extra low sportscars.
– Private Parking space for 4 cars.

– **Pets:*
Pets are not permitted.*
– Two cats live on the property, they are not allowed inside the house

– **Child Policy:**
– Children under 12 years are not accepted for security reasons.

### Cultural and Natural Attractions:
– **Pinacoteca Giovanni Morscio:** A museum dedicated to local painter Giovanni Morscio and other 20th-century Italian and French artists.
– **Nervia Valley:** Ideal for hiking and exploring.
– **Terre Bianche:** Famous for its production of Rossese di Dolceacqua DOC wine and great white wines. We can arrange wine tasting.
– **Local Events:** Mid-August festivals and celebrations in Dolceacqua, including the Ferragosto fireworks.

### In short:
– Near Monte Carlo and San Remo
– Total privacy.
– Heated Pool with countercurrent swimming system and massage jets.
– 24/7 heated jacuzzi.
– Fully air-conditioned.
– Regular housekeeping service.
– Bedsheets and towels included.
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### About Us
We are a couple who fell in love with a 2-hectare property adorned with ancient “Taggiasca” olive trees, planted by Benedictine Monks in the 12th Century. This enchanting property is located in Valle de Nervia, 18035 Dolceacqua, Liguria, Italy. Our passion for this land led us to build our home here, cherish the land, and produce organic olive oil.

### Castello Mandrea Organic Olive Oil and Its History

The property had been left untouched for the past 15 years, which fortunately meant that the soil and trees had not been treated with any chemicals. We decided to continue this natural path and avoid the use of any chemicals to produce 100% organic olive oil.

#### Taggiasca Olive Oil
– **Reputation:** Known as one of the best olive oils in Italy due to its low acidity.
– **Acidity Level:** Our “Taggiasca” Extra Virgin 100% organic oil was measured at the Imperia Laboratories and showed an impressive acidity level of only 0.19% (compared to the acceptable level of 2.0%).

#### Harvesting and Production
– **Harvesting Period:** November to January.
– **Production Process:** The olives are brought to the olive mill of Dolceacqua on the same day of harvest, where the oil is produced using an ancient stone wheel mill.

### Historical and Cultural Significance

The “Valle de Nervia,” where our property is located, is a UNESCO cultural heritage site with deep historical roots.
– **Dolceacqua:** The capital of the valley, known for its Castello Doria and the famous stone bridge, which were painted by Claude Monet in 1884.
– **Historic Stone Walls:** The Benedictine Monks built historic stone walls called “Murre Secchi” (dry walls, without cement) in the 12th Century.

#### Our Property
– **Size:** 20 000 m2 with 5200 m2 of “Mure Secchi.”
– **Restoration:** Some of the walls have been rebuilt, but much more work remains to be done.

### Our Mission

We believe that these historic walls, built by hand 700 years ago, are an important source of historical education for future generations. We are dedicated to preserving and maintaining these walls to the best of our ability. This is the primary reason we rent our home and sell our olive oil.

### References
– [The Valley of the Nervia – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Valley_of_the_Nervia)
– [Castello di Dolceacqua – Wikipedia](https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castello_di_Dolceacqua)
– [Dolceacqua – That’s Liguria](https://thatsliguria.com/en/dolceaqua-the-place-that-enchanted-monet/)

Our commitment to this land and its history drives us to share its beauty and significance with others.