CASA GIOIA

THE HOUSE

Casa Gioia is an elegant, independent duplex villa situated on the outskirts of the village of Faedis, in the heart of the beautiful Friuli-Venezia Giulia region located in Italy's extreme northeast corner, only about one and a half hours drive from Venice and one hour from the borders of Austria, Slovenia and Croatia. This makes it ideally placed to explore other nearby places and cultures.

The house sits in a beautiful position, on top of a small hill with great views over the surrounding countryside of vineyards, woodlands, castles, the Friulian plains in the distance and the gorgeous Alps and Pre-alps on the background. The location is ideal for walking, cycling or simply relaxing among the magnificent surroundings. The closest town for shopping (Faedis) is 2 kms away, with supermarket, shops, post office, restaurants and banks. Being only 15 minutes from the nearest motorway exit (Udine Nord), the location is also perfect for visiting the areas of natural, historical, artistic and archaeological interest in the region, including Udine, Cividale, Trieste, Aquileia, Gorizia, San Daniele, Venzone, all within an easy drive. There is also a bus stop with a regular service to Udine just outside the property.

The villa is made up of two adjacent, self-contained and self-catering apartments, one of which is occupied by the owners, a highly hospitable, welcoming yet unobtrusive family who will be only too happy to assit you and fully advise you on every aspect of your holiday. They speak Italian, English and French.
The property is completely fenced in for privacy and is accessed by an electronic wrought iron gate opening to a driveway leading to the back of the villa, where private parking is available.

The house is surrounded by beautiful and well maintained gardens comprised of lawns, colorful flower beds, hedges and trees. There are several covered and uncovered areas furnished for dining and relaxing outdoors. A barbecue and a gazebo with table and chairs for al fresco dining are available for guests' use. A lovely covered patio extends all around the house and is furnished for sitting, relaxing and enjoying the views.
In summer 2009 a new swimming pool with sun terrace will be available.

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