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6/10 Okay
Tom H., Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, Canada
19 October 2016
Great location - could use more personal attention
Tom H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016
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3. Idyllic home with archways and garden, in castle near beach, 1 hr from Venice
Waterfront holiday home in Cervignano del Friuli with kitchen
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4160 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Palmanova Outlet Village
- Place, Circolo Ippico Palmanova
- Place, Piazza Grande
- Airport, Trieste (TRS-Friuli Venezia Giulia)
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
3. Idyllic home with archways and garden, in castle near beach, 1 hr from Venice
Step through time at La Vicinia, once the medieval tribunal, now transformed into a captivating stone residence within one of Italy's most ancient private castles.
The moment you arrive, you'll feel it – this isn't just accommodation, it's living history. The same noble family who built this fortress over a millennium ago still lives in the castle's main building.
Strassoldo itself has earned its place among "I Borghi più Belli d'Italia" (Italy's Most Beautiful Villages), an exclusive designation recognizing its extraordinary historic and aesthetic value.
The heart of La Vicinia is its lovely arched portico – your personal retreat for candlelit dinners or lazy afternoons with a book and glass of local Friulian wine.
Your private garden, enclosed by a wooden fence, offers the perfect blend of intimacy and privileged access to the castle's beautiful gardens.
Inside, 150 square meters of thoughtfully restored interiors spread across two levels.
Downstairs, a welcoming living space with elegant wooden furnishings invites conversation and relaxation.
The kitchen balances rustic charm with modern conveniences for creating memorable meals with local ingredients.
Upstairs, two bedrooms – including a unique "open concept" sleeping area – feature handcrafted furniture painted by local artisans, with en-suite bathrooms providing contemporary comfort.
The surrounding village of Strassoldo is no tourist trap, but an authentic Italian borgo where crystalline spring waters flow through verdant gardens, creating an almost mystical atmosphere.
Being recognized as one of Italy's Most Beautiful Villages means it has preserved its architectural integrity and cultural heritage in ways that few places can claim.
Your strategic location puts you just 20 minutes from Grado's golden beaches, one hour from Venice's iconic canals, and minutes from Roman Aquileia. Slovenia and Austria wait just beyond, perfect for day-tripping through a fascinating cultural crossroads largely untouched by mass tourism.
La Vicinia isn't simply accommodation – it's your temporary home in a living, breathing piece of Italian nobility, where the whispers of a thousand years of history enhance every moment of your stay.
Available year-round, unlike our other castle residences and pet-friendly.
The moment you arrive, you'll feel it – this isn't just accommodation, it's living history. The same noble family who built this fortress over a millennium ago still lives in the castle's main building.
Strassoldo itself has earned its place among "I Borghi più Belli d'Italia" (Italy's Most Beautiful Villages), an exclusive designation recognizing its extraordinary historic and aesthetic value.
The heart of La Vicinia is its lovely arched portico – your personal retreat for candlelit dinners or lazy afternoons with a book and glass of local Friulian wine.
Your private garden, enclosed by a wooden fence, offers the perfect blend of intimacy and privileged access to the castle's beautiful gardens.
Inside, 150 square meters of thoughtfully restored interiors spread across two levels.
Downstairs, a welcoming living space with elegant wooden furnishings invites conversation and relaxation.
The kitchen balances rustic charm with modern conveniences for creating memorable meals with local ingredients.
Upstairs, two bedrooms – including a unique "open concept" sleeping area – feature handcrafted furniture painted by local artisans, with en-suite bathrooms providing contemporary comfort.
The surrounding village of Strassoldo is no tourist trap, but an authentic Italian borgo where crystalline spring waters flow through verdant gardens, creating an almost mystical atmosphere.
Being recognized as one of Italy's Most Beautiful Villages means it has preserved its architectural integrity and cultural heritage in ways that few places can claim.
Your strategic location puts you just 20 minutes from Grado's golden beaches, one hour from Venice's iconic canals, and minutes from Roman Aquileia. Slovenia and Austria wait just beyond, perfect for day-tripping through a fascinating cultural crossroads largely untouched by mass tourism.
La Vicinia isn't simply accommodation – it's your temporary home in a living, breathing piece of Italian nobility, where the whispers of a thousand years of history enhance every moment of your stay.
Available year-round, unlike our other castle residences and pet-friendly.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number IT030023B44AFSAKDX
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All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Cervignano del Friuli
Located in Cervignano del Friuli, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Cantieri Marina and Valter Scarbolo are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Palmanova Outlet Village and Tiare Shopping. Lorenzo d'Osvaldo - Prosciutto di Cormons and MuCa - Shipbuilding Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hunting.
Strassoldo, Friuli Venezia Giulia
What's nearby
- Palmanova Outlet Village - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
- Circolo Ippico Palmanova - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
- Piazza Grande - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
- Tiare Shopping - 15 min drive - 15.8 km
- Aquileia National Archaeological Museum - 17 min drive - 14.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Style Bar - 7 min drive
- Hamerica‘S - 9 min drive
- Antica Osteria Italia - 8 min drive
- Trattoria Fricheria al Cavallino - 9 min walk
- Dok Prosciutteria dall'Ava - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Exceptional
9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Gaby v.
10 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gaby v.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karin R.
25 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karin R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ulrich F.
18 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historische Unterkunft als Basis zur Erkundung Friauls
Ulrich F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angelika W.
30 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderbar
Angelika W.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Achim Roberto K.
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charmantes Steinhaus
Achim Roberto K.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
achim F.
29 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Großartige Ferienwohnung mit umzäuntem Garten
achim F.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Douglas C., London
12 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, wonderful stay
Douglas C.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Claudius P.
4 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Accommodation
Claudius P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tobias E.
28 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traumhaft schöne Tage in Strassoldo
Tobias E.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Andrew S.
23 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Village Stay
Andrew S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Frank B.
23 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Noch besser als beschrieben
Frank B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ricarda C.
17 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guter Ausgangspunkt für Meer und Venedig
Ricarda C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Robert R., Conquerall Mills, Nova Scotia, Canada
17 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The King (and Queen) of the Castle
Robert R.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Andrew M.
30 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic setting
Andrew M.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lars B.
11 January 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Silvesterreise
Lars B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline v.
4 January 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heerlijk!
Jacqueline v.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ulrike H.
9 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Burgerfahrung
Ulrike H.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Alexander R.
17 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verwunschen schön
Alexander R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Geert H.
5 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gelungener Urlaub
Geert H.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Simon T.
27 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein wahrer Traum!
Simon T.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Barbara B.
10 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hochsommer in historischen Mauern in liebevoll ausgestattetem Ambiente mit viel Komfort
Barbara B.
10/10 Excellent
Suzan K.
9 January 2019
Einfach nur traumhaft
Suzan K.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
Hans S.
16 July 2018
Een unieke ervaring. Verblijf in een "borgho" uit de middeleeuwen, maar voorzien van modern comfort
Hans S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Nicole R., Colorado Springs
3 July 2018
A Gorgeous,Tranquil Retreat, Full of History and Character
Nicole R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
About the host
Hosted by Williams di Strassoldo Gabriella
Strassoldo Castle has been central to my life journey.
As a child living abroad, my visits to my grandparents here planted seeds of wonder that grew into a deep connection with this ancient place.
When the restoration work began, much of the complex lay in ruins - the rice mill, the tower, the guards' houses, la vicinìa, and the new kitchen all needed extensive work. Even the chancellery, which had been sold years earlier, was repurchased to prevent its conversion into a brewery and to maintain the historical integrity of the estate.
Many comment that living in a castle must be a privilege. The reality is that preserving such heritage requires tremendous determination. The work has often progressed without external support, against considerable challenges. What sustains such efforts isn't just personal resolve, but perhaps also the echoes of the generations who built and maintained these walls before us.
The restoration has always followed historical principles, using natural materials and traditional techniques. Each building tells its own story, each stone speaks of continuity rather than reinvention.
The greatest reward comes from seeing visitors connect with the authentic character of the place.
Every guest who stays here becomes part of the ongoing story of Strassoldo, helping ensure this historical treasure remains for future generations to experience.
I hope you find your time here as meaningful as the centuries of history that surround you.
With warm regards,
Gabriella Williams di Strassoldo
As a child living abroad, my visits to my grandparents here planted seeds of wonder that grew into a deep connection with this ancient place.
When the restoration work began, much of the complex lay in ruins - the rice mill, the tower, the guards' houses, la vicinìa, and the new kitchen all needed extensive work. Even the chancellery, which had been sold years earlier, was repurchased to prevent its conversion into a brewery and to maintain the historical integrity of the estate.
Many comment that living in a castle must be a privilege. The reality is that preserving such heritage requires tremendous determination. The work has often progressed without external support, against considerable challenges. What sustains such efforts isn't just personal resolve, but perhaps also the echoes of the generations who built and maintained these walls before us.
The restoration has always followed historical principles, using natural materials and traditional techniques. Each building tells its own story, each stone speaks of continuity rather than reinvention.
The greatest reward comes from seeing visitors connect with the authentic character of the place.
Every guest who stays here becomes part of the ongoing story of Strassoldo, helping ensure this historical treasure remains for future generations to experience.
I hope you find your time here as meaningful as the centuries of history that surround you.
With warm regards,
Gabriella Williams di Strassoldo
Why they chose this property
In truth, it was Strassoldo that chose me! Sometimes, we don't choose a place; rather, the place itself calls to us with a silent yet irresistible voice. This was the case with Strassoldo, a corner of Friuli where time seems to flow at a different rhythm.
What I love about this area is its uncontrived authenticity.
Here, the crystal-clear spring waters flow through meadows and gardens, creating a landscape of rare beauty.
The air has a special quality, infused with the scents of the Friulian countryside and the history that exudes from every stone.
The seasons in Strassoldo each offer their own magic.
In spring, the gardens explode in a symphony of colours, while summer brings clear skies and warm evenings, perfect for outdoor dinners under the portico.
Autumn paints the ancient trees red and gold, and even winter, with its understated elegance, reveals the true essence of these ancient places.
What makes this area special is the perfect balance between history and nature, between past and present.
Within minutes, you can reach the golden beaches of Grado, the vineyards that produce some of Italy's finest wines, eat excellent trattorias and restaurants and stroll around the UNESCO cities of Aquileia (ancient Roman colony) and Palmanova (the star-shaped fortress built by the Venetians).
But ultimately, it's the sense of peace and belonging I feel here that makes it unique. As if, in some mysterious way, these walls and gardens had been waiting for my arrival to reveal their most authentic soul.
What I love about this area is its uncontrived authenticity.
Here, the crystal-clear spring waters flow through meadows and gardens, creating a landscape of rare beauty.
The air has a special quality, infused with the scents of the Friulian countryside and the history that exudes from every stone.
The seasons in Strassoldo each offer their own magic.
In spring, the gardens explode in a symphony of colours, while summer brings clear skies and warm evenings, perfect for outdoor dinners under the portico.
Autumn paints the ancient trees red and gold, and even winter, with its understated elegance, reveals the true essence of these ancient places.
What makes this area special is the perfect balance between history and nature, between past and present.
Within minutes, you can reach the golden beaches of Grado, the vineyards that produce some of Italy's finest wines, eat excellent trattorias and restaurants and stroll around the UNESCO cities of Aquileia (ancient Roman colony) and Palmanova (the star-shaped fortress built by the Venetians).
But ultimately, it's the sense of peace and belonging I feel here that makes it unique. As if, in some mysterious way, these walls and gardens had been waiting for my arrival to reveal their most authentic soul.
What makes this property unique
La Vicinia is a unique holiday home for many reasons:
It was once the medieval tribunal (court) of the castle, a fact that gives it a unique historical purpose.
The charming arched portico is one of its most distinctive features, providing a beautiful covered outdoor space that connects to the private garden.
Spacious Layout: With 150 square meters spread across two levels, it offers generous space for guests.
The property features thoughtfully restored interiors that maintain historical authenticity while providing modern comforts.
The furniture is hand-painted by local artisans, adding a unique artistic element to the interior.
Being part of a castle complex that has been continuously inhabited by the same family for over a thousand years provides an unparalleled historical context.
Strassoldo is officially recognized as one of Italy's Most Beautiful Villages, giving La Vicinia a setting of extraordinary beauty and historical importance.
The combination of open concept areas with more traditional rooms creates a unique flow throughout the property.
With its own garden that connects to the castle's larger park, it offers a special relationship with the natural environment, including the crystal-clear spring waters that characterize Strassoldo.
It was once the medieval tribunal (court) of the castle, a fact that gives it a unique historical purpose.
The charming arched portico is one of its most distinctive features, providing a beautiful covered outdoor space that connects to the private garden.
Spacious Layout: With 150 square meters spread across two levels, it offers generous space for guests.
The property features thoughtfully restored interiors that maintain historical authenticity while providing modern comforts.
The furniture is hand-painted by local artisans, adding a unique artistic element to the interior.
Being part of a castle complex that has been continuously inhabited by the same family for over a thousand years provides an unparalleled historical context.
Strassoldo is officially recognized as one of Italy's Most Beautiful Villages, giving La Vicinia a setting of extraordinary beauty and historical importance.
The combination of open concept areas with more traditional rooms creates a unique flow throughout the property.
With its own garden that connects to the castle's larger park, it offers a special relationship with the natural environment, including the crystal-clear spring waters that characterize Strassoldo.
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