The 3 holiday homes forming the historical residence are: ‘Casa del Campanile’ (15th century), 130 sqm and 5 beds; ‘Casa del Focolare’ (16th century), 210 sqm and 8 beds; and ‘Casa degli Archi’ (17th century), 150 sqm and 3/4 beds. They are all situated in a strategic and favourable location between the Colli Orientali, Collio and the Friulian plains, with a wide panorama stretching over the Julian Alps and the Karst Plateau. They are just 14 km from Gorizia, 20 km from Udine, 50 km from Trieste, 28 km from the seaside resort of Duino and 40 km from Grado. The houses are very tastefully and elegantly decorated with period furniture and spacious interiors and offer visitors plenty of home comforts.
Within the extensive private park, which is exclusively reserved for guests, you will find the swimming pool (13 m x 6 m), complete with sunbeds, parasols, deck chairs and a host of outdoor amenities. Each house has its own entrance and private parking in the courtyard. Guests have access to bicycles, available free of charge, for excursions in the surrounding countryside of our beautiful region.
Each of the holiday homes is provided with bedding, towels and kitchen linens (changed weekly). The kitchens in each house are equipped with plates and crockery, a dishwasher, a hob, an oven, a microwave, a toaster, a kettle and a refrigerator and freezer. Furthermore, each house has a washing machine, an iron and ironing board, a vacuum cleaner and cleaning materials for daily use. Cribs, highchairs and other baby equipment can be provided on request. Pets are welcome (with a small surcharge), and each house is well organized to receive four-legged friends.
The Holiday Homes are available for rent only (breakfast and meals are not provided), but in the immediate vicinity there are bars, restaurants, pizzerias and typical establishments where you can sample the regional food and wine.
Upon request, and with direct payment, visitors can avail themselves of our on-site Personal Trainer service.
Marchese Carlo and his staff will be available at all times to ensure you have a relaxing and unforgettable holiday. If you are seeking serenity, elegance and comfort, combined with the simplicity of the surrounding nature, you need look no further!
The history of Casa de Carvalho de Moraes de Puppi
The ‘de Carvalho de Puppi’ Holiday Homes consist of three Friulian noble country houses that have been part of the de Puppi family‘s property since the 1500s. The buildings, which are of particular architectural interest, are accessed through a typical Friulian courtyard adorned with a centuries-old mulberry tree and other species. At the rear, the central avenue known as the ‘Via delle 2 Pietre’ winds its way through the extensive park. The Patriarch of Aquileia was chained to a part of the property on 26 July 1267 by the Count of Gorizia. As a result, the land was deconsecrated and exempted from the payment of the ‘quartese’, a tax formerly paid to the parish of Villanova.
The traditions of three families converge in the name of the historical residence’s owner, Marquis Carlo de Carvalho de Moraes de Puppi Beria di Sale e d’Argentina: his paternal Portuguese heritage, his maternal Friulian lineage,and a third family from the Piedmont region.
His father, Marquis Rodolfo de Carvalho de Moraes, served as an Officer in the Cavalry and was the captain of the military polo team (awarded by a young Princess Elizabeth of England, who later became Queen Elizabeth II). His mother, Countess Agnese de Puppi, belonged to a noble Friulian family of Tuscan origin. The third surname, Beria di Sale e d’Argentina, was acquired through adoption by Elena, the last descendant of the main branch of the Beria di Sale e d’Argentina dynasty, Piedmontese Counts.
In 1972, Carlo, a fervent admirer of nature and the countryside, as well as his Friulian heritage, returned to Villanova del Judrio and began restoring the historic houses.
Today, he has tastefully renovated not only the ‘de Carvalho de Puppi’ Holiday Homes, in keeping with memories of the properties’ distinguished past, but also Villa Beria in Manzano, which is located just 5 km from Villanova and is available for guided tours, cultural events and private functions.
Facilities and services: a charming location in the friulian countryside.
Features of the Holiday Homes:
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Electron/Mastercard, Bancomat, Maestro, V Pay. Credit card required as a guarantee at the time of booking, with the owner’s name and expiry date. Changes to bookings are accepted free of charge up to 15 days prior to arrival; alternatively, 100% of the amount for the first night will be deducted from the credit card. If guests fail to check-in on the day of arrival, 100% of the total cost of the reservation will be charged to the credit card.
Payment for the stay will be requested on the day of arrival, with payment in cash or by credit card. Languages spoken: Italian, English, Slovenian.
Upon request and for a fee, we can offer the following services: on-site Personal Trainer, tasting of ‘de Puppi’ DOC wines, and possible visits to the wine cellar.
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