Testimonials and reviews

Read what our guests say about us!

Tenuta Castel Venezze - Agriturismo Ca' Venezze rated "excellent" by 51 travelers

“What a beautiful and unique place in the Podelta”

1 August 2012

We spent five wonderful summerdays in this unique and unspoiled place. The old complex is beautifully restored and surrounded by big trees. In the garden you find fig and pine trees and roses and it is a pleasure to make a walk within the green. It is so brilliant to sit under the shady arcades in the late afternoon while sipping a good wine and listening to the birds. An early morning bath in the salty swimming pool is a must in summertime. The rooms are equipped with aircon which is helpful during hot summer days. The rooms are comfortably, and you can let in fresh air during the night. The bed is comfortably and big enough for two. Breakfast is good, dinner is very good. There is always a primo piatto (mostly fresh pasta) a main course with side dishes and a dessert. Castel Venezze has a good selection of white and red wines for reasonable prices. In the cosy living room you can find good travel books to plan your trips to the interesting spots in the region. Try one day a short trip to the sea along the river Adige. You travel along the canal overlooking the fields and the little villages of the Podelta. Have a lunch at the seaside enjoying the seabreaze. Don't forget to visit the botanical garden at Punta Caleri and the museum in Adria. We will come back again - for sure.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________

“A truly beautiful place!!!”
16 July 2012 - From Hamilton (Canada)

My husband & I recently stayed at the Castel Venezze for 4 days in July. I had found this place on the internet and knew nothing about it besides how amazing it looked in the photos. We both realized that it probably wouldn't look as great as it does in the pics, but if it looked half as good we'd be very happy. We arrived and our breath was taken away. The pictures and description do NOT due this place justice!!! The atmosphere is tranquil, the people who work their are so very friendly and accomodating. The food is to die for, and the grounds are amazing! Our room was beautiful and very large. We were so very sad to have to leave this wonderful place, even though we still had Venice and Serbia to visit!! I asked for information about their apartments BEFORE I left, because we were already planning our next trip their from Canada!! We can not wait to go back!!!!!
___________________________________________________________________________________________________

"Like going back in time..."

1 May 2012

We just returned from a three day weekend at the Tenuta.The grounds were beautiful and the ambience is one of relaxing and just letting go of every day worries and concerns.It really is a place that maintains it's old world feel both inside and out and the atmosphere really promotes relaxation.
The weather was warm so we were able to enjoy the pool and we also took several walks around the area usually in the evening before dinner as we were staying half board which included dinner.it was nice to be back at the Tenuta by mid afternoon and relaxing before dinner as everyday we chose a different activity for our mornings and then lunch out.
It is very centrally located to many things and we visited Ferrara one day,canoes on the Po river the next,saw Rovigo one morning and visited a morning market on Sunday in Agno,a small town nearby.The day we departed we stopped in Abano Terme.
I would recommend the Tenuta for anyone that loves the countryside and the peace it brings,being in nature,experiencing authentic hospitality and warmth and to those who enjoy seeing things off the beaten path and at a slower,non hectic pace.( We were looking for that kind of break).
I originally thought I should stay one night in Ferrara and only two nights at the Tenuta ,but I am very happy in the end that I had the Tenuta as our " home" the entire time while exploring the region.
We already miss " viola", the miniature poodle that resides there that stole our hearts :)
She reminded us of a little lamb.
Mrs. M. Ruiz-Fea, California U.S.A.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________

"Five-star Agriturismo"
10 April 2012

We took a risk on this property in 2006 and fell in love - we have stayed almost every Easter since then. Normally we stay at international resorts - this year for example we drove straight from Tenuta Castel Venezze to a Mariott resort in France - but we feel this property compares well even with the top resorts - and especially when you consider it is 'only' an agriturismo. The modern apartments are fantastic, they have a traditional feel but are very clean, with modern appliances and comfortable furnishings. The environment is truly beautiful, situated among fields filled with pheasants and hares, a wonder for the children to explore on the bikes supplied, with plenty of space for family games too. The public areas are also filled with character and beauty but the greatest highlight is the food! Each year we go to La Calandre at Padova (one of the top restaurants in Italy) for one night - but every other night enjoy almost as much the fantastic home cooked meals made by Maria and her team. Every year we make a day trip to somewhere new - this year it was the new Enzo Ferrari museum in Modena - together with old favorites Venice, Verona, Lake Garda, Padova etc. Even close by there are always new treasures to find, this year especially we found new restaurants in the area including the amazing Meridiana and the rustic Trattoria al Ponte. And at the end of every day we always had such a warm welcome from Maria and her team! So we could not recommend this property highly enough and do so regularly to all our friends. By the way - we have also visited in summer and it is lovely especially with the pool - but we advise to consider staying during spring or autumn when you can really see the seasons change and there are sometimes slightly fewer guests - in these days it almost feels like Tenuta Castel Venezze is your own Italian country estate!
Mr. Richard York, Australia

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

“Quiet and peaceful countryside visit--excellent”
31 ottobre 2011

Our 8 day visit was quiet and peaceful in this lovely country spot. The old agricultural buildings were beautifully restored into a lovely villa and apartments. We stayed in the main building and enjoyed the atmosphere of this special place. Owner Maria's cooking school gave us time in the kitchen with other day visitors from Venice and a delicious meal. Riccardo, who helps keep things running smoothly was available each day for advice and help on our daily excursion plans. On the nights that the villa was not serving dinner, he helped us with dinner reservations and reccomendations on a local cafe. The entire staff was very friendly and helpful. It was a lovely spot and although it was colder weather during our stay, I can imagine that summer with drinks outside under the long veranda and lounging by the beautiful pool would be a real treat.
P.S.F. from Fullerton, California, U.S.A.

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

“Perfect place to relax...”
7 settembre 2011

We stayed here, having first stayed in Verona. We stopped off at Rovigo for supplies before moving into Pino apartment - nicely located next to the swimming pool. Lovely, spacious two bed house with stone floors downstairs, wooden floors upstairs. Plainly but beautifully furnished. Well equipped kitchen for self catering with the ability to eat at the main house if you wanted - we went once and had a spaghetti with meat sauce to start, radicchio with cheese, chicken with applesauce as main course, icecream and mixed fruit for dessert at 22 euro each. It was fine, but we felt our cooking was perhaps better! There is a very relaxing quality about this place and the surroundings/buildings are beautiful and we would recommend it, particularly to large groups. Rather a long day if you travel to Venice just for the day. Would recommend exploring the Po Delta, particularly if you are birdwatchers - we hired bikes for the day and cycled around ending up at the beach for some seafood/sunbathing. Would recommend Montagnana, Montilice. Rovigo, Este and Choggia not really worth investigating. Venice of course was amazing!!!

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

“Great find on the Veneto plain”
4 settembre 2011

A wonderful place away from all the hustle and bustle on the Veneto plain. The upside is that the apartments were very well-appointed, the pool was lovely, the grounds fantastic. The downside is that the meals were a little too repetitive and the location was about an hour from anywhere you would want to go.

We were a family of 4 and stayed in the apartments which we highly recommend. The hospitality was welcoming and the apartments were well appointed.
JR.D. from Cambridge, UK

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

“Great place”
28 agosto 2011
Our goal was to find a nice country resort in the Venice area to allow for a one day visit to the city. We stayed two days in one of the rooms in the main building.
Good room. Airco was a great plus in this very hot period.
Very friendly staff.
Option to have dinner is very good too.
In a 50 min drive you can reach the Fusina ferry to Venice.
Ella & Ronald
Luzern, Switzerland

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

“Idyllic location - our 3rd visit”
29 luglio 2011
Hotel in name but not in nature. A unique location in many ways. We prefer to stay in the apartments (one side of the complex are modern, the other side traditional) and in this case, you self-cater and are left alone to enjoy the facilities (you can still book hotel meals).
As a 'hotel guest', the fantastic homemade dinners are a highlight. Comfort Rooms are just that, perfectly adequate for purpose: the Superior rooms simply offer you more space.
The pool is excellent and as a lot of people go exploring the region by day, you can often find yourself enjoying it virtually to yourselves.
Some might find the relaxed environment a little frustrating because there are times when the reception will be unmanned (the owner lives on-site so she can often help out instead)but this is a small price to pay for this unique experience.
In summary, a beautiful location, quiet and relaxing, which is centrally positioned for several tourist areas.
Paula and Philip, Manchester, UK

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

“We loved it !”
27 luglio 2011

Authentic location. Superb housing. Marvelous starting point to explore the Veneto : Ferrara, Padova, Vicenza, Venezia, the laguna, the Palladio villa's...
We had both dinner in our private little garden/terrace (with BBQ) and booked in table in Maria's restaurant with superb own cooking at reasonable prices.
A warm thank you to Riccardo, Maria and especially Susanna.
Mr. Meersman from Belgium

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

“Beauty and peace. Perfect place to relax, yet close to cities”
3 luglio 2011
My favorite place on our two-week trip. Among smaller towns and lovely farmland, yet close to major transportation routes. It was a beautiful setting, well-maintained and appointed facilities, yet with a rustic flavor. The rates were very reasonable--ours included breakfast and dinner, and everyone was friendly, gracious, and accommodating. I would not hesitate to recommend it.
Julie from Richland, Washington, USA

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

“Totally delightful.”
17 giugno 2011
My girlfriend and I rented one of the apartments (Leccio) because we enjoy doing our own cooking. It was very well furnished and the kitchen was well equipped (except for the odd omission of a spatula!)

Every part of the Venezze is very old, but has been updated tastefully. There's a fireplace (which we used twice), a grill outside and excellent air-conditioning. The pool is lovely and just the thing after a day of travel.

We chose to to focus out day trips on Padua and some of the nearby medieval towns (Este, Monselice), but it would be an easy drive to Bologna and Verona, too.

Maria, the owner, and very much the "face" of the Venezze, is an energy force. She is on top of every detail to a level only found in 5-star hotel. She's really nice, too! We did not eat at the hotel as we did our own cooking.

We've done house rentals before and found the Venezze to be top quality.
Richard J. from New York City, USA

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

“Outstanding cooking lessons at Maria's Cookery course”
28 aprile 2011
Recently 8 friends and I took a one day cooking lesson in the Venice (Italy) area.
The session was simply outstanding. Maria (Senora Maria Guistitiano) along with her 3 assistants, working in a professional kitchen, had developed a very extensive menu. We all participated, moving from workstation to workstation on a rotation basis, learning the subtleties as we kneaded pasta, made “bread” other contorni (vegetables), and 2 desserts.
Her approach was highly effective as we worked with real cooks, who were experienced in traditional Italian cooking. We were able to ask questions and get forthright answers (no pretence).
Following the 4 hour lesson we all sat down to a marvellous lunch, set in an outstanding location – an old villa, full of charm. Senora Maria was amazing. Patrician in form but very down to earth in delivery.
In addition she had a sommelier present a series of wines throughout our lunch. The sommelier was very knowledgeable about wines. (No wines were offered or promoted for subsequent purchase).
The session was the best we had (of 5 during 4 weeks stay in Italy). It was very informative – a wonderful learning experience - as it was fun, all made better by the location and the Senora’s charm and grace.
Mr. Beraskow from Canada
_________________________________________________________________________________________________

Name: Eilene Robb

City: Washington D.C. - Usa

Date: October 2010

We had a wonderful cooking holiday at the Tenuta. Our hostess, Countess Giustinani is charming and very helpful. The rooms are large, nicely furnished and include modern ensuite bathrooms with excellent water pressure and plenty of hot water. Our cooking lessons and trips to wineries, vinyards, restaurants and the fishing town of Chioggia were lots of fun. The Tenuta is in the country and we saw pheasants, hares, and herons on our morning walks. It is quiet in the evenings and we could see the stars clearly at night. Can't wait to go again

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

Name: Calvin Greenbaum

City: Long Island, N.Y.C., USA

Date: October 2010

We did Maria's 6-day cooking class - a complete delight in every respect. Hands-on cooking, wine tasting, vineyard visits, farm visits, morning at a fish market. Warm, welcoming staff, comfortable accomodations, a great experience in every respect

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

Name: Carlos Canel (foto)

City: Täby, Sweden

Period: September 2010

very nice hotel , ideal fo rest and in the middle of a beatifull nature. Excellent food and very nice people in all levels of the staff.

______________________________________________________________

Name: Richard

City: Pasadena, USA

Date: July 2010

My husband and I and out two adult doughters came for a week after a busy week in Venice. We loved the food and the activities. We did cooking lessons, Italian lessons, and wine and cheese tasting. All of this added much to our experience. The rooms were lovely and the veranda and porch provide an ideal place to relax. Maria and her staff make this place so enjoyable. We will return and bring more family next time.

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

Name: Dawn Scott

E-mail: Info

Message:
Our group of 16 stayed here for a week. We enjoyed the quiet laid back area where we could go for walks along the field roads and listen to the birds. The breakfast was always very good and healthy. The fresh cherries were a treat every morning. The apartments were clean and very pleasant.

I would recommend this place to anyone who likes country living, away from the traffic and noise of cities. It was convenient to travel to other villages and do sightseeing.

I hope we can come back some time.

City:Anchorage Country: USA Date: July 8, 2008

Name: Dawn Scott

E-mail: Info

I would recommend this place to anyone who likes country living, away from the traffic and noise of cities. It was convenient to travel to other villages and do sightseeing.

I hope we can come back some time.

City:Anchorage Country: USA Date: July 8, 2008

Name: Roberta Goldby

E-mail: Info

Message:
Maria - our host - was extremely helpful in getting our internet booking accomplished easily. After a long drive from the airport in Rome, we arrived at the Castel, a wonderfully well restored agriturismo set in a series of 12th-15th century buildings in a quiet rural setting. We arrived late on a Saturday night and were welcomed with open arms by Maria who re-arranged the evening dinner schedule to accomodate the four of us. What a meal - 4 courses all cooked wonderfully and superbly presented in a dining room with very friendly atmosphere. We stayed in one of the apartment accomodations which are somewhat rustic but SPOTLESSLY CLEAN and very comfortable beds! The accomodations were very quiet (except for one morning when the gardener started early) so we had very restful sleeps.

We stayed for 1 week and ate some of our meals in the dining room, all of which were excellent and all freshly made by the superb kitchen staff. Two of us took a 1/2 day lunch cooking class with the staff - 3 lovely ladies who were quietly supervised by Maria - who allowed us to do as much or as little as we wanted. We made fresh pasta, lasagna, veal, frittatas, tiramasu, all with fresh ingredients, most of which came from the agriturismo farm. A great time after which we ate our preparations with other guests and a sommelier who took us on a local winery tour after lunch.

Maria was most helpful in giving us ideas on local places to go, advice on tours etc, and she was truly a great introduction for us to Italian hospitalilty and we would highly recommend this agriturismo to all who are looking for quiet relaxation, along with some of the best food we sampled in Italy.

City:Toronto Country: Canada Date: June 29, 2008

Name: Barry & Laureen Maynard

E-mail: Info

Message:
Maria: Just to let you know that Laureen and I totally enjoyed our stay. The apartment was wonderfull and you hospitality was superb. Tanks for everything

City:High River, Alberta Country: Canada Date: May 22, 2008

Name: Karen Trewin

E-mail: Info

Message:
My husband and I booked direct with the hotel for a long weekend after seeing reviews on TripAdvisor and looking at the website - we were travelling to Italy to watch motor racing at the Adria circuit. The dates of our stay and timing of our arrival changed several times, but the changes were accommodated courteously and without fuss - a relief when I was feeling so disorganised!
The 2 words which summed up our stay were - simple and relaxing. Our room on the ground floor and the evening meals we ate in the dining room were simple and had everything we needed - dinner was delicious and the atmosphere informal. There was a good and ample breakfast buffet - the croissants in particular were gorgeous!
On 2 of our days we had time to sit by the pool - situated with sun and shade available - the weather was beautiful and the trickle of the water is the perfect background to a relaxing read.
From San Martino we then went to Venice and spent a couple of equally beautiful but very different days there - it was a perfect holiday.

City:Bournemouth Country: United Kingdom Date: January 30, 2008

Name: Vaziri Sjostrom

E-mail: Info

Message:
Dear Maria, My husband and I and our little boy spent a week there last summer. We made a last minute decision to come over from Venice. We had a wonderfull time and enjoyed your estate and hospitality. We will definately come back one day to experience your cooking classes. Your staff and yourself were very kind and welcoming. The food and the ambiance were both magnificent. Kind regards, Soha, Dan and Tobi Sjostrom.

City:California Country: USA Date: January 27, 2008

Name: KyneDoyle

E-mail: Info

Message:
My husband Jim Doyle and I spent a week at the begining of September 07 at the Tenuta Castel Venezze. We stayed in one of the apartments. Our accomodation was superb,the setting was very peaceful with lots of old world charm. Even the cockeral's early morning call was inviting. The Family and staff at the Tenuta were friendly and professional. We met many visitors staying at the facility at the swiming all were enjoying their sojourn. Its an ideal location for visiting tourist areas such as Padual, Venice etc. For our part while we did go as far as Padua we spent much of our time in the surrounding villages and small towns all of which were quiet beautiful. We have no hesitation in recommending the Tenuta Castel Venezze, and are so glad that it was recommeded to us by a work colleague. Go raibh mile mile maith agaibh. Slan go foil Margaret

City:Dublin Country: Ireland Date: October 20, 2007

Name: Head, Darlene

E-mail: Info

Message:
Dear Maria,
A trip to Italy to learn to cook some wonderful Italian meals was just perfect at Castel Venezze. Such a peaceful, beautiful home in the middle of agricultural Italy - simply a wonderful place to unwind from trans-Atlantic flights. Your day trips to the nearby winery and Chioggia were wonderful excursions and you took such good care of us. You even arranged for your driver to take me all the way back to the Venice airport in the middle of the night! I can't imagine a more lovely, relaxing place to enjoy Italian cooking than Castel Venezze. Thank you for an unforgettable vacation, Darlene

City:Springfield, Oregon Country: USA Date: October 18, 2007

Name: György Szakállosy

E-mail: Info

Message:
Dear Maria, First of all, I would like to thank you and your staff for the hospitality and high level services that we realised during our stay in September. We had a safe journey back to Hungary, Budapest. The villa
was really spectacular, that's why I would like to add my comments and qualification to your web site. If you agree, I will first write a draft and send you for your review and just than proceed.

Have a nice day!

kind regards,

City:Budapest Country: Hungary Date: October 15, 2007

Name: Tony and Rosemary Monroe

E-mail: Info

Message:
Dear Maria, We just want to thank you for a wonderful vacation in your beautiful Tenuta. We stayed in the Melo apartment which was lovely. We loved the Venetian colors and the very comfortable furniture and design. It was so nice to have the patio outside with a view of the grounds and the main house at night. The birds and the Italian hare just added to the pleasure of our stay.

Your location is also ideal for visiting Vicenza, Venezia, Padova, and Ravenna to name a few. We especially liked spending one day in the small towns of Monselice, Este, and Montagnana.

Thank you again, Maria. Best wishes for the new year.

Sincerely,

City: Belmont, California Country: USA Date: October 14, 2007

Name: Carol and Paul Milanovic

E-mail: carol.milanovic@acc.co.nz

Message:
Paul and I have just returned to New Zealand after having a very relaxed and wonderful holiday at Tenuta Castel Venezze. Coming over to Italy from New Zealand takes many hours of flying and we were delighted at our wonderful accommodation when we arrived.
We arrived late in the evening and we were welcomed with a lovely meal after many hours of travelling. The Contessa made us very welcome and was always happy to help us with places to visit in the region. The meals were wonderful and for the 7 nights we stayed there not one meal was repeated. We also had the chance to appreciate Italian cuisine at its best. The kitchen staff were always helpful and were very pleasant even though communication with the language was difficult. We would rate the castel as one of our top places we have stayed in Europe.
I would highly recommend the castel and one day would like to return there. I am recommending the castel as a top place to stay in the region to our New Zealand travel agent and family and friends. Thank you again Contessa for a very relaxed and wonderful holiday at your Castel.

City: Auckland Country: New Zealand Date: August 17, 2007

Name: Fernanda McMullan

E-mail: mcmullan@iol.ie

Message:
Dear Maria, We had a great time at Tenuta Castel Venezze. We loved our rooms (grand superior and superior)! For the two nights that we stayed with you, we had dinner at your restaurant. We thought the food was great and the staff very gracious. The pool was a great escape from the heat.. we must admit we are happy to be back in Ireland again where the temperature is around 20 C... We left one of your brochures in an appartment we rented in Bergamo, so we are spreading the news about Tenuta Castel Venezze to other tourists! Best Regards

City: Cork Country: Ireland Date: August 3, 2007

Name: Anne et Arnaud Gerard

E-mail: aapcgerardar@wanadoo.fr

Message:
DWe have appreciate your stay at Tenuta Castel. Fine place and good services. Hope a new holidays ! Best Regards

City: Nancy Country: France Date: August 2, 2007

Name: Vivienne Blandford

E-mail: blandford@blandford.co.uk

Message:
My daughter and I had a fantastic week at Tenuta in June. Cookery lessons were great fun, company excellent, and we learnt so much. The food was simple, and finished result so professional and really easy, once you know how, to replicate and impress back home. Accommodation and facilities superb,take extra days to explore area.

City: Sussex Country: UK Date: June 28, 2007

Name: Judith & Peter Bessler

E-mail: peterbessler@hotmail.com

Message:
Dear Maria, My wife and I both thoroughly enjoyed our stay with you, and write to express our thanks for your hospitality, kindness, and attention to detail.
We found our stay both restful and comfortable and an ideal retreat after busy days out. Your location was ideal for our trips to both Venice, Bologna, and Verona.
Once again thank you for an enjoyable time and we will no doubt visit you in the near future.

City: Country: UK Date: May 30, 2007

Name: Oostveen, Rob & Sylvia

E-mail: syllierobbie@hotmail.com

Message:
Dear Maria, Once again we want to thank you for making oud wedding as special as it was. Your castle is really a beatiful place! and the best location for our wedding!! Thanks Rob and Sylvia

City: Utrecht Country: Netherlands Date: September 16, 2006

Name: Marit Berger

E-mail: bergerma@online.no

Message:
Dear comptessa Maria, Me, and my family (husband and two girls) would like to thank you for a wonderful stay this year - 2006, 1.-8. July. Everything was perfect - perfeto! There is no more to say ... Love marit, Knut, Julie and Helene from Norway.

City: Oslo Country: Norway Date: August 16, 2006

Name: Hattie Hedrick

E-mail: AutoHarmny@aol.com

Message:
Dear Maria:
I wanted to take a moment to tell you THANK YOU once again for our wonderful experience at your villa. My daughter and I had a lovely time and will some day return to your beautiful country and villa. Thank you again for everything. We've told everyone here what a great experience we had there.

Best wishes

City: Country: USA Date: July 15, 2006

Name: Sheila Watt

E-mail: WATTSHEILA@aol.com

Message:
Dear Maria
I want to thank you for organising such a wonderful holiday for us. We thoroughly enjoyed the cooking classes. The atmosphere was relaxed and using the best of the local produce- the results were delicious. My husband has bought a pasta machine and I am happy to tell you I have already used it several times with great success!. The excursion to Chioggia was a day to remember The guide was a delightful girl and the lunch at El Gato a true gourmet experience.
All in all a very happy holiday.

Best wishes

City: Edinburghr Country: UK Date: June 15, 2006

Name: Y. H.

Message:
Dear Maria,

We would like to thank your hospitality.
We were very much relaxed with wonderful atmosphere and surroundings.
Cooking class was excellent and it gave us a lot of new ideas about Italian cooking. It was easy and pleasant for us to learn thanks to your hands on approach for cooking lessons.
Your place is ideally located to visit many interesting towns and cities. When golf course is completed we would very much like to visit again.

City: London Country: UK Date: May 28, 2006

Name: Stephanie Pietromonaco
E-mail: spietromonaco@nyc.rr.com

Message:
This place is remarkable. Within an hours distance to so many fantastic places. Our apartment was fully stocked and we turned out the best home cooked meals. No need for an alarm clock, the chickens start cock-a-doodle-do at the crack of daybreak!

City: New York Country: USA Date: November 16, 2005

Name: Paul-Gwyn
E-mail: paul@paul-gwyn.com

Message:
Dear Maria,

Just a quick note to let you know we arrived home safely and to say a big thank you for a wonderful stay. We are missing the relaxation already!
Hope to see you again sometime soon.

With very best wishes and once again thank you

City: Country: Date: September 25, 2005

Name: Sally Hofmeister and Peter
E-mail: sally@abc-online.org

Message:
Dear Maria,

I stayed in your Tenuta from 6 August to 9 August 2005 with my disabled son together with my friend Elizabeth Vroom and her disabled son. Both boys are in wheelchairs, mine drives a big electric one.

I would like to thank you for making our stay so relaxing and easy. The ramps up to the side entry enabled perfect access to this wonderful house, and the small step into the office was easily negotiable.

We were in room number 2. The ramp down into the room made access easily possible for an electric wheelchair, there was just enough room to turn and drive around in it, and the bathroom with its wheel-in shower was absolutely great for our needs. Our shower wheelchair fitted through the door easily and was manouverable in the bathroom.

Access to room number 1 was a little more difficult as there was a step down to the ramp, however for a manual wheelchair this was not a problem. There is also a small step into the shower, but this was no
problem for my friend and her son, who was able to sit on the toilet to shower.

The dining room was spacious enough for two wheelchairs not to hinder other guests or the waitress serving dinner.

Access to the terrace, the beautiful grounds and the pool was easy. Conditions were perfect for us and we enjoyed our stay and the good food immensely. So once again, thank you so much for making it possible!

City: Country: Netherlans Date: August 28, 2005

Name: Paul Sylverster
E-mail: paul.sylverster@dfdstransport.co.uk

Message:
A thoroughly excellent place, Peaceful, clean , excellent hosts. Special mention to the Waitress serving dinner who made us feel extremely welcome. We will defnitely recommend this place and will visit again.

City: Lincolnshire Country: United Kingdom Date: August 15, 2005

Name: Brian & Jackie
E-mail: brian.hillier3@btopenworld.com

Message:
Hi Maria,
Just a brief note to say how much Jackie, our children and I enjoyed our Holiday at Tenuta Castel Venezze last week. We were blessed with some lovely weather, the appartment was comfortable and the food in the restaurant delicious.

Thanks again Maria

City: Country: United Kingdom Date: August 07, 2005

Name: Jean et Monique Kehr
E-mail: j.kehr@calixo.net

Message:
Nous avons passé deux semaines très agréables à la "Ca' Venezze" qui est un corps de ferme ancien situé dans la plaine du Pô, au milieu de la verdure idéalement située à une heure en voiture de Venise et de Mantoue, une demi-heure de Padoue et de Ferrare et à un peu plus d'une heure de Ravenne.
Après toutes ces merveilles nous avons pu nous ressourcer dans la quiétude de la "Ca' Venezze" qui est agencée avec beaucoup de goût, entourée d'un grand domaine, avec une belle piscine pour la détente .
La maîtresse des lieux conduit avec bonheur cet hôtel, et sert des dîners délicieux à ses hôtes.
Le bonheur est dans le pré !

City: Colmar Country: France Date: July 24, 2005

Name: Terence & Rowena Duffy
E-mail: tjduffy@netcentral.co.uk

Message:
Thank you for a delightful and relaxing stay at Tenuta Castel Venezze: from the moment we arrived the tranquil atmosphere enveloped us. The cuisine and service were excellent, the garden and pool peaceful and the ambience delightful. The title "La Serenissima" would apply it well to your excellent agriturismo.
We complement you especially on the splendid restoration of Tenuta Castel Venezze. Tasteful, authentic and of the highest quality it truly fulfills your aim of preserving the beauty and atmosphere on the original.
Thank you again for a perfect stay : we certainly hope to return. With best wishes.

City: Staffordshire Country: United Kingdom Date: July 11, 2005

Name: Stella and Jorge Gomezdelcampo
E-mail: gomezdelcampo@comcast.net

Message:
We just want to send you a note telling you how much we enjoyed our stay in your apartment. It was cozy and beautiful. We enjoyed the birds around us, the great surroundings, and the comfortable setting.
Thank you for helping us to have a great week in the Veneto region.

City: Tennessee Country: USA Date: May 29, 2005

Name: Murray Marshall
E-mail: murraymarshall@tiscali.co.uk

Message:
Thank you for our enjoyable visit - we managed to visit four Palladio villas on our way back to Treviso and got back home at 2.30 this morning (Thursday). We shall certainly reccommend Castel Venezze to friends in England and hope to see you again.

City: West Grimstead Country: United Kingdom Date: May 12, 2005

Name: Carmen and Carlos
E-mail: csardon@yahoo.co.uk

Message:
Thank you very much for a lovely stay in your wonderful hotel. I will certainly recommended to my friends.

City: Country: United Kingdom Date: May 11, 2005

Name: Derek Minchey
E-mail:

Message:
In April 2005 we rented an apartment in Tenuta Castel Venezze for a week. The location was perfect for day trips, yet we could prepare our own breakfast and dinner in a quiet paradise. This stay was the highlight of our time in Italy. The apartments are furnished with period pieces, in a converted outbuilding of a working farm (crops of Maize and soybeans are grown). Guinea fowl, chickens and peacocks roam the grounds; we saw our first European hares in the fields. At night we could only hear the insects serenading us; we were awakened in the morning by the rooster crowing. The kitchen area had everything you might wish, including a washing machine, drying rack, and iron. Outside the apartment was our own parking spot, and a lovely covered patio with table and chairs for outdoor enjoyment. In the summer there is a pool. All this tranquility, in an easy to reach spot, outside a small town just 10 minutes from the highway that connects Verona to Rovigo. There was a major modern shopping center just 10 minutes drive away (near the highway), which had anything you might wish including groceries, a bank and clothing stores. There are three apartments, and twelve bed and breakfast rooms in the main building (some with air conditioning--the apartments are not air conditioned at this time). Our host spoke excellent English and was very helpful, though you must trust, once you send your deposit, that all is well--there will not be a re-confirmation notice. Credit cards are accepted. The rooms are large, light, and airy. Heaters are in every room, and may be individually controlled (extra charge for heat). The Auto Strada is a five minutes drive to the north. One may easily reach Venice, Padua, Vicenza, Mantua, and Ravenna, as well as many smaller and very interesting towns--Este and Monselice, for example. There are many travel publications made available for browsing. All in all, the most incredible place to relax!

City: Houston Country: USA Date: May 05, 2005

Name: Dan Phelon
E-mail: dphelon@cox.net

Message:
"Vittorio, Thank you for sending the photo. It was very much appreciated. I looked at your web site and saw that you used the picture in it. That was a surprise! Please tell Maria that we had a wonderful time staying at your villa. Everything was so nice. David and Alessa also did a great job. We tell all our friends how wonderful everything was.
I wanted you to know that we did not stay at the villa in Regello as we had planned. It was too far up in the mountains and was a very difficult drive. Also, there was no shade and the furniture was old and not in good shape. I think that you knew that we would not be happy there. We drove to San Donato in Poggio and were able to get a very nice place.
Also, let Maria know that Diane bought gold earrings in Firenze. We went to Vaggi's as Maria suggested and they were very nice. The girl that helped us is from the United States. In fact, she was from Connecticut, the state where we live!
Thanks again for allowing us to stay in your "home". We had a wonderful time and hope that someday we'll return.

City: Connecticut Country: USA Date: May 24, 2004

Name: Hans and Petra Ruitenberg
E-mail: apekruit@xs4all.nl

Message:
Last May we stayed at your beautiful tenuta. At first we occupied one of the apartments and later on we had a room in the hotel. Through this email we want to thank you again for your kind hospitality and especially for the fact that you had managed to make the apartment as well as our room in the hotel accessible for my wheelchair. It was a pleasure to experience that not only newly build modern accomodation, but also a classical and charming building like your tenuta can be made accessible for someone with a handicap. We are really looking forward to return to your tenuta some other time.

City: Amsterdam Country: Netherlans Date: July 23, 2004

Name: Mary Lou O'Brien
E-mail: dfob@msn.com
Message:
We loved Tenuta, and it was a fabulous spot for the Wedding. Everything was perfect! We had 37 people total.
We set up cooking classes ahead of time, which were fantastic. The morning class made lunch for everyone and the afternoon class made dinner for everyone. The Chef was wonderful!
We were able to have the Ceremony outside on the long portico, which was so beautiful. Two of the guests played music. A cello and a piano (keyboard), which we rented. We had a wonderful 5 course dinner for the Wedding, which was out of this world. We had hired a 22 person group who played instruments, sang and danced with the guests. Everyone had a ball.
The men even got to play golf. Everyone had a great time. We will have fond memories for a lifetime.
Maria, was the greatest. She did a fantastic job with everything. They evn photographed the wedding. We were the first wedding to be held at the Villa, and they want to start promoting that they can do weddings on their website. They really did a great job. All we did was tell Maria what we wanted, and she took care of it all. Maria's son Vittorio and his wife, Rafaella were also a great help.
Thank you for giving Tenuta such a good reference. It helped us make our choice easier.

City: Texas Country: USA Date: April 23, 2004