Historic Hotels, B&Bs, Apartments, Country Houses in the World

Mas De Chastelas

Hotel in Saint-Tropez,

France

8.9

Excellent

From $337

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Historic Hotel Questionnaire

Year erected: 1750

What is the history of the property?
Built in the 18th century as a second house of a 300 hectares property of the Lord of Bertaud. The castle of the Lord sits 400 meters away by the seaside. The mansion was turned into an hotel at the end of the 60s.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
18th century French Country House

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
Yes. Castle (private property) situated 400 meters away.

Has restoration work taken place?
Yes, many times.

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
General structure and atmosphere. Old materials.

Are there any significant events that took place at the property in the past?
Many French films were shot here in the 60s and 80s.

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
Not listed.

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Mansion

Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?
A lot of French actors, movie-makers, singers and other artists were staying at the hotel in the golden years (60s to beginning of the 90s).

Grand Hotel De La Reine - Place Stanislas

Hotel in Nancy,

France

8.4

Very Good

From $119

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Historic Hotel Questionnaire

Year erected: 1755

What is the history of the property?
Private mansion of the intendant of King Stanislas, it then became, among others: Hôtel de l'Intendance, Hôtel du Gouverneur, Préfecture, Ecole de Musique, then Hôtel since the end of the 19th century.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Louis XV

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
The building is in the heart of the old city, on Stanislas Square, just between Alliance Square and Carrière Square. All these places are classified by UNESCO as World Heritage of Humanity.

Has restoration work taken place?
No

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
Stair railing by Jean Lamour.

Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
Whatever its function, it welcomed many distinguished guests: Queen Marie-Antoinette, Empress Marie-Louise, Tsar Alexander, King Charles X, Marshal Lyautey, and many others.

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
Classified as a historical monument. The facade is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site (with the whole of Place Stanislas).

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Mansion

Petropoulakis Tower

Hotel in Gytheio,

Greece

9.2

Excellent

From $130

$

Historic Hotel

Summary of reviews related to the 'Historic' categoryWelcome to Petropoulakis Tower - a beautiful historic tower nestled in the heart of a hill top village. This elegant tower has an impressive Greek history that has been preserved after a full renovation. The building is truly historic and its surroundings are just as intriguing. The ruined hamlet that stretches around the tower was abandoned during the war after Nazi depredations. Many other stories and episodes of history fashioned this place, making it a unique destination for travelers seeking an authentic experience. From the top of the tower, you'll enjoy a fantastic panoramic view that extends all the way to the sea and Taygetos. With careful restoration, the tower has maintained its old-world charm, providing a unique and atmospheric stay for your trip. Overall, this is an unmissable place to stay, giving you the chance to immerse yourself in Greece's captivating past.
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Questionnaire

Year erected: 1750

What is the history of the property?
It was built to protect the family from the Ottomans and it was the principal construction of 32 other houses of the family.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Maniotes Tower

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
Old family village

Has restoration work taken place?
Yes in the year 2008

Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
General Dimitri Petropoulakis-members of Greek parliament

all from family

Are there any significant events that took place at the property in the past?
1886- 1000s of volunteers had gone to Crete from Mani with General D. Petropoulakis to liberate the island from the Ottomans.

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
A monument from Greek Government in the center of the village.

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Castle

Hotel Rathausglöckel

Hotel in Baden-Baden,

Germany

9.0

Excellent

From $116

$

Historic Hotel

Summary of reviews related to the 'Historic' categoryHotel Rathausglöckel is a perfect getaway for those seeking to immerse themselves in history. Located in the heart of the city's historic center, it offers a nostaligic ambiance and an authentic experience. The building with its original architecture, has been renovated while preserving its historical essence. The hotel's rooms are beautifully furnished with retro-style decor that perfectly complements the building's medieval atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a quiet and calm stay in this sympathetic, old-fashioned hotel. The old gaststube is also still available for visitors to enjoy a cozy and comfortable atmosphere. The hotel is highly recommended for those looking for a city hotel with historic flair, right in the center of the old town.
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Year erected: 1674

What is the history of the property?
The buildings in which, the 4-star Hotel "Rathausglöckel" is located are situated on the ground of the oldest settlements in the town of Baden-Baden. The columns in the cellar "Wineglöckle" in the house No. 9 are evidence of the remains of the magnificent Roman baths, given that the house was located within the ancient Roman settlement of “Aquae”. The basement of the restaurant was built in the Middle Ages. A first documented record of the property in Steinstrasse 7 (Stone Road) is of 16 Mai 1674. At this time it was a simple house. House No. 9 belonged to the baker, who had his own bakery in the house.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Famous Baden-Baden architekt Anton Klein has designed the house for his nephew.

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
it is situated in the heart of old town, near roman bath ruins and the market place

Has restoration work taken place?
2009 the house was completely restored.

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
Roman Bath columns in the cellar

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
It is a heritage building

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

house crowned with a turret

Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?
timber frame

La Casa de Bovedas Charming Inn

Bed & Breakfast in Arcos de la Frontera,

Spain

9.0

Excellent

From $87

$

Historic Bed & Breakfast Questionnaire

Year erected: 1781

What is the history of the property?
Fué una Capellanía de Franciscanos
La primer venta que figura en arcos es de 1781 pero la casa es más antigua ya que está pegada a una de las murallas que aislaba la ciudadela.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Hay estilo de costrucción Árabe y diferentes formas de construir ya que la casa fué cambiando a lo largo de la historia

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
Si, estamos en el centro del casco histórico de Arcos de la Frontera

Has restoration work taken place?
Si, cuando compramos la casa estaba en ruinas, pero ha sido restaurada por completo en 2005 tratando de conservar lo máximo posible.

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
Techos abovedados, puertas y volúmenes de las estancias

Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
no

Are there any significant events that took place at the property in the past?
no

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
Está reconocido y catalogado como edificio histórico en el registro de propiedad categoría C

Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?
Al estar en lo alto de Arcos de la Frontera, costrucción típica de los pueblos blancos, gozamos de unas vistas maravillosas a la sierra y al lago

Villa Poggiano

Country House in Montepulciano,

Italy

9.4

Excellent

From $263

$

Historic Country House Questionnaire

Year erected: 1700

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
classic style

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
no

Has restoration work taken place?
yes

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
pool , the garden

Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
yes

Are there any significant events that took place at the property in the past?
yes

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
no

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Villa

Le Central Boutique Hôtel

Hotel in Beaune,

France

8.0

Very Good

From $128

$

Historic Hotel Questionnaire

Year erected: 1595

What is the history of the property?
Ancien relais de poste, le bâtiment fut transformé en relais pour voyageurs. En 1818 il prend le titre d'hôtel et se modernise. Situé juste en face des fameuses Hospices de l'hôtel Dieu de Beaune il est devenu le lieu incontournable pour tous les amateurs de monuments historiques

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
La renaissance

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
oui l'hôtel dieu, les hospices de Beaune. au milieu des anciennes fortifications

Has restoration work taken place?
oui

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
non

Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
pas à ma connaissance

Are there any significant events that took place at the property in the past?
non

Trehellas House Hotel & Courthouse restaurant

Country House in Bodmin,

United Kingdom

8.0

Very Good

From $76

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Historic Country House Questionnaire

Year erected: 1745

What is the history of the property?
Trehellas House has a long and interesting history, being at various times a farm house, a court house and the local village inn where many village functions were held.

When Maclean wrote his history of the parish of Egloshayle, Trehellas was know as the Washaway Inn where the monthly Petty sessions for the hundred of Trigg were still being held, The Long room of the inn was still used as a magistrates court into the 20th century dealing with minor offences such as drunkenness. The old joke was that those convicted or acquited consoled themselves or celebrated by popping downstairs for a drink.

In January 1760 a meeting of the justices and deputy Lieutenants was convened there. Frequent surveys for the sale of timber were also held at the inn. In the seventeen hundreds a venison club whose members comprised of the local gentry, dined at the inn several times a year. On the 9th November 1775 it seems that Sir William Molesworth of Pencarrow was set up as a candidate for membership and on December the 15th he was elected.

By the 1930s Trehellas was just a farmhouse, The farm being worked by the Lobb brothers, one of whom lived at Dunmere and did a milk round into Bodmin. He also ran a service taking batteries into Bodmin to be recharged, as at that time radios needed a wet cell that only held about 2 weeks charge.

At the end of WWII, a youth club with about 70 members was set up. The club met in the Long Room of Trehellas. The washaway families set up the very successful Washaway Concert parties which toured their shows around the local villages. Dances were held in the Long room. Sadly these activities had to come to an end as the Lobb brothers felt that they disturbed the cows in the dairy below.

Trehellas was eventually sold to someone who wanted to turn it into a restaurant which was called Wash Away Your Troubles. After this it became the taste of Malaya, a restaurant specialising in Malayan food. Now it is the extremely popular and successful Trehellas House Hotel and restaurant owned and run by Alistair Hunter.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Traditional Cornish stone

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
Pencarrow House at the rear of the hotel

Has restoration work taken place?
No

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
The Court Room

Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
Lots of important guests all the time, Dames to Lords to M.Ps

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
Grade 2 listed

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Farmhouse

Villa Dragoni

Bed & Breakfast in Buttrio,

Italy

8.4

Very Good

From $92

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Historic Bed & Breakfast Questionnaire

Year erected: 1600

What is the history of the property?
Villa Dragoni, and in particular the west tower, was built around end of 1500 and early 1600. It is yet not clear who frescoed the loggia at the first floor with hunting images, but the painting technique and themes can be dated end of 1500.
Bertolini family modified the building during the XVII century in order to have frescoes from talented painters from Friuli such as Chiarottini, Canal and the school of Morelli between 1783 and 1803.
Marina Danieli bought the estate in 1995 and 3 years later started the renovation.
All the structural changes had been made with full respect of the original building and structures. The
restoration work on the frescos took 3 years, because during the Second World War the Villa was first used by the German army and then by the Americans;
the latter not only covered all the frescos with dye, but also wrote on some walls with red paint and used them to play darts.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Villa Dragoni is a Venetian Villa

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
no

Has restoration work taken place?
Marina Danieli bought the estate in 1995 and 3 years later started the renovation.
All the structural changes had been made with full respect of the original building and structures.

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
All the rooms at the first floor are painted by Chiarottini and Canal, two famous italian painter of the XVIII century.

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
The villa is officially recognised as Villa Veneta and historical residence

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Villa

Hamam Oriental Suites

Hotel in City of Rethymno,

Greece

9.4

Excellent

From $73

$

Historic Hotel

Summary of reviews related to the 'Historic' categoryIf you're looking for an authentic and unique historical experience during your travels, look no further than Hamam Oriental Suites. This national local landmark is situated in an ancient Ottoman hammam that has been lovingly restored into a fabulous atmosphere that perfectly blends historical and modern elements. Each guest room is furnished with antique pieces that are reminiscent of the building's former use, providing an unforgettable once in a lifetime opportunity. Whether you're looking for a romantic getaway or just browsing for a unique stay in the heart of Rethymnon's old town, Hamam Oriental Suites is a hidden gem that shouldn't be missed.
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Questionnaire

Year erected: 1630

What is the history of the property?
The building is one of the two public Ottoman baths (hammams) of Rethymno, which was leading from the outer walls of the city to the fortress entrance of the Venetian Castle. It was converted from a Venetian mansion right after the occupation of the Venetian Rethymno from the Turks. It was functional until the population exchange in 1925, when it became a traditional family bakery and house. Today it is used as a traditional guesthouse. The choice of its location shows its importance to the Ottoman world.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
The architectural style of the establishment could be classified in the barrier between the classical Ottoman and its Westernization style.

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
The property is located in the center of the old town, where hundreds of old Venetian and Turkish houses exist. Very near one can find the old Mosque with its minaret, the Venetian gate, the Venetian fortress and the Rimondi fountain.

Has restoration work taken place?
The building is fully restored with traditional techniques and materials as defined by the archaeologists, in order to highlight it and to heal its traumas of the past.

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
The building preserves the classic division of a typical hammam, with minor differences to its symmetry. It consisted of the warming room and the hot room, with two small rooms included. Each area included a big dome, supported on pendentives, from which the one (warming area) was torn down, in 1925, in order to build a house floor, probably from the bakery owners. It also seems that the Turkish architect was planning to expand the public bath, probably for the division of men and women, but the task was never completed.

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
The establishment is inscribed as a monument of the town, named as "ΟΘΩΜΑΝΙΚΟΣ ΛΟΥΤΡΩΝΑΣ" (Ottoman Baths) according to the sentence ΥΠΠΟ/ΑΡΧ./Α1/Φ4/3/22285/3006 (ΦΕΚ 658/Τ.Β/23-05-2000)

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Public Turkish Baths

Bed & Breakfast Pegaso

Bed & Breakfast in Valeggio sul Mincio,

Italy

8.2

Very Good

From $65

$

Historic Bed & Breakfast Questionnaire

Year erected: 1700

What is the history of the property?
This house is set also in a historic surroundings. Here there were battles for the unity of Italy!

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
The House was built in the XVIII century.

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
Yes our village is one of the most beautiful and historic village of Italy.

Has restoration work taken place?
Yes the whole house was restored 15 years ago but we have maintained the same antique atmosphere.

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
Yes in the interior all the beams and the wood are original outside on the facade we have a religious painting.

Are there any significant events that took place at the property in the past?
Perhaps was the headquarters of the French army during 1860 when they were fighting with Italians against Austrians to help us achieve our unity.

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
Not yet. But the whole building is considered historical and due to this we have to ask always if we can do some work on the facade.

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Farmhouse

Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?
The whole House has a special atmosphere: in winter with the fireplace lit all day long and in summer with our big terrace and the relaxing garden.

Castle House B and B

Bed & Breakfast in Denbigh,

United Kingdom

9.6

Excellent

From $239

$

Historic Bed & Breakfast Questionnaire

Year erected: 1735

What is the history of the property?
Lloyd George used to stay here on his way to Cricceth when Thomas Gee ( Local printer who printed the first bible in the Welsh language)

We have the story of Emily Fazakerly who lived here in the C19 and Howells girl boarding school who purchased it and used Castle House as a girls boarding house.

We lived in the house for ten years as a family of 9 children, turning into a BnB when the majority of the children flew the nest.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Georgian building with significant Victorian embellishments.

Incredible coving!

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
We also own the Town Walls 1250 and in our garden is Leicester’s Church built by Robert Dudley, lover of Queen Elizabeth II built as the first reformation building, a cathedral for N. Wales.

Being called Castle House, it is no surprise we are next door to Denbigh Castle!

Has restoration work taken place?
Insides are up to modern 5* Gold specification.

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
Cornice work, embellished ceilings, arches.

Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
Thomas Gee ( Printer)

DS Davies ( MP)

Howell’s School

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
Grade 2 listed

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Mansion

Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?
Denbigh is one of the walled towns of N Wales

We own a significant portion of the walls.

Swafield Hall

Apartments in Swafield,

United Kingdom

9.5

Excellent

From $131

$

Historic Apartment Questionnaire

Year erected: 1550

What is the history of the property?
Grade II listed 16th century Swafield Hall is mentioned in “The Buildings of England” by Nicolaus Pevsner and Bill Wilson.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
The Hall has a brick and flint Tudor North facade and a lime washed Georgian South elevation. The historic interiors include the stunning 17 meters long vaulted Ground Floor Hallway, with marble flooring and Georgian yellow walls and the chandeliers on the 18th century main staircase.

Has restoration work taken place?
Extensive restoration was undertaken from 2015 to 2018

Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
Local legend reports that Admiral Nelson stayed in Swafield Hall, and some believe that the house is inhabited by a friendly ghost.

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
The Hall is Grade II listed

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Mansion

Casa Mario Lupo - Apartments and Rooms

Apartments in Bergamo,

Italy

8.8

Excellent

From $100

$

Historic Apartment Questionnaire

Year erected: 1515

What is the history of the property?
Built in the middle ages, inside the center of the old city of Bergamo. Our visitors can admire baroque frescoes, and the column of XVI century built by the Solza family.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Middle ages

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
The Gombito tower (XII century) and Santa Maria Maggiore Basilic (XIII century).

Has restoration work taken place?
In 1998.

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
Our painted ceilings had been recently attributed to Vincenzo Angelo Orelli (1760 aprx).

Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
Mario Lupo was the chief of the cathedral of Bergamo and president of Accademia degli Eccitati.

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Mansion

Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence

Hotel in Fiesole,

Italy

9.5

Excellent

From $1,127

$

Historic Hotel

Dating back to the 15th century, the hotel's façade is attributed to Michelangelo.

Questionnaire

Year erected: 15th century

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
The hotel’s facade is attributed to Michelangelo. It also has a geometric wooden ceiling in the main hall with the Davanzati family crest, as well as Nicodemo Ferrucci's 1602 fresco of The Last Supper in Cenacolo Room, the former refectory of the monks.

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Monastery

InterContinental Madrid, an IHG Hotel

Hotel in Madrid,

Spain

8.6

Very Good

From $279

$

Historic Hotel Questionnaire

Year erected: 19th century

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Palace

Mansion

Hotel Casa a Colori Venezia

Hotel in Dolo,

Italy

8.2

Very Good

From $55

$

Historic Hotel Questionnaire

Year erected: 1500ca

What is the history of the property?
Built in middle 1500 as country mansion for supplies storage for a monastic order (nouns).

During Napoleone era the nouns were thrown out and the property was lead by private families.

In 1947 the house was again lead by a religious order: Provincia Veneta di S. Antonio dell'Ordine dei Frati Minori, specifically it was ruled by San Pietro della Vigna monastery in Venice.

In 1970-80 years many priests lived there to work in the close typography.

From 1986 to 2001 priests turned it into a Community for young people in disease.

In 2008 it was restored and turned into a hotel.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Venetian colonist house and "Casone" style.

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
It is situated in the country area of an old town (Dolo - Venice).

Has restoration work taken place?
Yes, in 2008

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
Rose window

barchessa

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Monastery

Hotel Mar de Queo

Hotel in Carballo,

Spain

8.8

Excellent

From $70

$

Historic Hotel

Summary of reviews related to the 'Historic' categoryHotel Mar de Queo is a charming and traditional rural tourism accommodation that will transport you back in time to the XVIII century. The building is a beautiful and well-preserved Galician Pazo with its typical horreo and surrounded by peaceful gardens. Guests rave about the antique furniture, restored by the hotel owners themselves. The hotel's personnel is friendly and attentive, catering to every guest's needs. Despite its historical background, everything in the hotel is in perfect order, giving guests the feeling of traveling back in time while still enjoying modern amenities. Overall, Hotel Mar de Queo is a great accommodation option with an impressive historical importance that will make you feel like you are living in another era.
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Questionnaire

Year erected: 1700

What is the history of the property?
Es un edificio del s.XVIII, con blasón del señorío de Láncara. Rehabilitado en 1995 por sus actuales proìetarios Mario Azpilcueta y Mº José Rivas.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
De época medieval palaciego rural.

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
Esta rodeado de un núcleo rural de viviendas típicas campesinas con mas de 150 años.

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
Antigua puerta de piedra de entrada de las fincas y un hórreo de piedra con hornacina. Por el desgaste de la piedra en los peldaños de paso de unos 15 cm, se estima su antigüedad de mediados de 1770.

Are there any significant events that took place at the property in the past?
El lugar un acuartelamiento de protección de costas. De ahí su nombre " Lugar de Queo". Queo en castellano de Cervantes significa aviso, policia, ayuda etc.

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
Esta declarado zona de especial protección por el Ayuntamiento de Carballo y Patrimonio.

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Mansion

Farmhouse

Masia Sumidors

Bed & Breakfast in Sant Pere de Ribes,

Spain

8.6

Very Good

From $72

$

Historic Bed & Breakfast Questionnaire

Year erected: 1600

What is the history of the property?
Originally a fortified farmhouse, over the years it became a factory for making silver and chalk. Later when a new factory was built at the bottom of the hill it housed the workers and later a family house and was surrounded by vineyards. In the 1970s there was a disease followed by a fire that destroyed most of the grapes. The house was then used converted to a casa rural/hotel (with quite a lively history). Currently it is ran as a bed and breakfast and restaurant.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
It was originally built as a fortified farmhouse. The animals would have lived on the ground floor while people inhabited the first floor. The house is built around an underground well system.

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
It is situated in the Garraf Natural Park, approximately 3km from the town of Sant Pere de Ribes.

Has restoration work taken place?
Some, part of the building is now ruined but we hope to repair it in the future.

Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
The building was converted in the 1970s by a local furniture maker (Valenti). There are lots of examples of early furniture made by them, some almost 200 years old.

Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
Lots of rumours of politicians and royalty!

Are there any significant events that took place at the property in the past?
There is damage above the main entrance, bullet holes that are believed to date from the Spanish civil war.

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

Farmhouse

Cave Konak Cappadocia- Special Category

Hotel in Urgup,

Turkey

8.7

Very Good

From $82

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Historic Hotel Questionnaire

Year erected: 1650

What is the history of the property?
The underground caves were used both for living, as stables, and for wine making. We know they were in use during Byzantine times, and the history of wine making in the region goes back thousands of years. The stone houses built on top of the caves date from about 1650 and have been added to and modified by every generation that lived in them. The property is situated in the former Christian district of the town, and was inhabited by Christians up to 1924.

What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
The cave rooms retain many original features. The stone rooms have either traditional arches or Ottoman style wooden ceilings.

Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
Cave Konak Hotel is situated in the center or Urgup, in the former Christian district. It is interesting to walk the streets to see the old traditional houses and to visit Wish Hill which overlooks the town with its tombs.

Has restoration work taken place?
2010 and 2015

Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
Cave Konak Hotel is a Special Class Hotel, a classification Given by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism to affirm the property's historical and cultural connections.

Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a:

A collection of historical houses

Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?
An historical hotel that is centrally located having a panoramic roof terrace with views over the local rock castle and ancient dwellings.

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