House between the Sea and the Mountains

I make my home available when I'm traveling the world climbing. It is a recently renovated house with a special history: travelers from Parma who transported salt passed through here and stopped to rest. Today it is the perfect place for those who love nature, hiking and climbing, but also for those who just want silence and relaxation. The house is well-stocked, and pets are welcome. Nature, simplicity and adventure in one place. Try it and see! The space The house is spread across three floors and is designed to offer a comfortable stay in an authentic village in the Apuan Alps. On the ground floor, there is a very cool room, even during the hottest summer days, furnished with a single sofa bed. From this room you can directly access a small outdoor space. Although the house overlooks the village's municipal road, just continue a few steps beyond the entrance to reach a panoramic point with a spectacular view of the mountains and the valley. Going up to the first floor, you enter the living area, which consists of a cozy living room with a dining table and a fully equipped kitchen, ideal for preparing meals during your stay. The bathroom is also on this same level. On the top floor, in the attic, is the master bedroom, a quiet and cozy space, perfect for resting after a day spent hiking, climbing, at the beach, or visiting the local villages. The house retains the charm of the typical stone dwellings of Marciaso, combining the authentic atmosphere of the village with the convenience of having all the essential spaces for a relaxing vacation. In the small village of Marciaso, you will find a trattoria, open from Thursday to Sunday. During the weekend, it also offers restaurant service, with typical local traditional dishes. Since places are limited, advance booking is recommended. If you wish, I'll be happy to help you book. The trattoria is generally open from Thursday to Sunday in the morning and in the afternoon until 8:00 p.m., making it a pleasant place to have breakfast, an aperitif, or dinner without having to use your car. After the booking is confirmed, I will send you all the useful information for your stay via the Airbnb chat, including the house rules and directions to places that are highly recommended to visit. Parking: I strongly recommend using the parking lot located at the entrance to the village, which is the most convenient and easily accessible. From there, the house can be reached with a short walk. You can arrive by car up to the village and park near the church, but the road has a steep ramp and a very tight curve. If you're not used to driving on mountain roads, I recommend that you first walk along it to see if you feel comfortable. In addition, parking spaces within the village are limited and often occupied by residents, so finding a free parking space is not guaranteed. If you have any questions before arrival, I will be happy to help you and give you all the necessary directions. How to get to the house? Once you have climbed the ramp that leads to the village, you will arrive at the church square. From here, you can continue either to the right or to the left, which goes downhill: both roads meet again and lead to the same point. Continue to the end of the village, where you will find a single small road that goes downhill. My house is the very last one, just before the distinctive red house. The road continues beyond the red house: it is a municipal road that ends with a splendid panoramic viewpoint, from which you can admire a beautiful view of the Apuan Alps and the surrounding valley. For your convenience, I'm also leaving you the exact address of the house, as in some cases the location indicated by Airbnb may not be perfectly accurate: Marciaso – Via Borgo di Sotto, 18 Guest access Useful information for your stay! The outdoor space in front of the house is at your complete disposal. You will find two chairs, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the tranquility of the village and the surrounding landscape. The Wi-Fi password is shown on a magnetic card attached to the refrigerator. I will still send it to you in the message you will receive immediately after the booking is confirmed. Access to the house is via self check-in. The key is kept in a key box (lockbox) located outside, next to the front door on the upper floor. You can therefore arrive at your preferred time, without having to make an appointment. The code to open the box will be sent to you immediately after the booking is confirmed. Important: To properly close the front door on the upper floor, you must lift the handle upwards before turning the key. This will ensure the door closes and locks properly. Other things to note Useful information! Water: Tap water is drinkable and can be safely consumed. Bedroom window: The attic bedroom window can be opened fully or left half open (it has another setting). Personally, I almost always leave it completely open to encourage air exchange and enjoy the fresh mountain air. I only close it when thunderstorms are forecast. Of course, you are free to adjust it as you like. Ventilation and air conditioning: You will find a fan and a black column that can function as either a cool air fan or a heater, depending on your needs. Shops and groceries: Marciaso is a small village and does not have a grocery store. In the village you will find only the restaurant. For shopping, I recommend: Castelpoggio, in the direction of Carrara (about 15 minutes by car); Monzone or Gragnola, in the direction of Aulla (about 15 minutes by car). How to get to Marciaso: if you are coming from Carrara, I recommend taking the route via Castelpoggio. If, on the other hand, you're coming from Aulla, the route via Monzone/Gragnola is generally the easiest. Both are wider mountain roads and are more comfortable, especially for those who are not used to driving on narrow mountain roads. Watch out for the marble trucks: on weekdays, you may encounter trucks transporting marble along the mountain roads. They are used to driving on these roads: by driving carefully and maintaining a moderate speed, you will have no problems. I hope this information is helpful. If you need any other advice about the area, I'll be happy to help! Have a nice stay! Registration Details IT045008C2SGJAKEFO