Heritage Haven in Historic Meride

HVacation in architectural monument combine heritage protection and tourism. Historically valuable buildings are taken over, carefully renovated and rented out as holiday flats. The model offers a double advantage: monuments are revitalised and guests experience a stay in an extraordinary building. The idea was implemented by the ‘Ferien im Baudenkmal’ foundation, which was set up by the Swiss Heritage Society in 2005. Public transport: Train to Mendrisio. Postbus to Meride By car: Mendrisio motorway exit, at the roundabouts continue in the direction of Arzo. Drive past the village of Rancate, up the hill, through Besazio and on to Arzo. In Arzo, at the entrance to the village (roundabout), follow the road to Meride. At the next junction, keep right and follow the signs to Meride. Continue straight ahead. Parking: There are a total of three parking spaces at the entrance to the village and further parking spaces in the village square. Number of persons 4-5: 2 bedrooms. Bedroom 1 with a double bed (160/200), bedroom 2 with two single beds (90x200). There is another sleeping possibility on the gallery (80x190). Season: All year round Short holiday: none Outdoor area: Balcony and garden with furniture. Heating: The flat is heated by central heating (oil heating), a stove in the 2nd living room on the gallery. Stove / fireplace: Beautiful chimney in the living area. WLAN: Is available Pets: Pets are allowed. Altitude: 583 m above sea level. Kitchen: Induction hob, oven, espresso pot with powder Bathroom: One bathroom with bathtub/shower, WC, washbasin. Hair dryer available. Washing machine: Is available. Extras: Casa Mix is a listed building that has been renovated with great respect for the existing substance. The tenant is aware of this and treats the property with care. Although technically equipped to modern standards, certain functional details do not meet current standards and are a potential source of danger. The tenant is aware of these circumstances. The owner, e-domizil and the foundation Ferien im Baudenkmal disclaim any liability. Dangers: There are steep stairs with stone slabs which can be slippery. Further information can be found on the homepage of the foundation Ferien im Baudenkmal Basic information - Pets allowed: 1 - allowed size of dogs: large (more than 60 cm) - Type of property: holiday house - is located in: nothing applicable - Year of the last complete renovation : 2024 - no group bookings - no youth groups - non-smoking - Number of bedrooms: 2 - Number of bathrooms: 1 Top features - WiFi - heating: Everywhere - balcony - terrace - garden: For sole use - completely enclosed (by wall, fence or hedge) - dog-proof by a fence (completely fenced in) - Total of private car parking spaces: None Sleeping bedroom 2 - double bed (1.80 m width) - child's bed/ baby's cot - bedroom is dimmable bedroom 4 - 2x single bed - bedroom is dimmable in the living area - single bed Bathroom bathroom 2 - bath tub - basin - toilet Cooking/Living - coffee machine: espresso coffee pot - fridge/freezer: freezing compartment, fridge - stove: induction hob - oven - dishwasher - dishtowels - number of dining tables: 1 - number of seats: 5 - number of living rooms: 2 - fireplace For children - high chair Utility - washing machine: For sole use in the object Outside area - outdoor furniture - grilling not allowed Distinctive features - Heritage-protected - historical building