The conception of the Ca du Ferra Farm & Relax dates back to 2000, when husband and wife duo Aida and Antonia bought several plots of land and old buildings that were converted over several years. Slowly stables and other rustic buildings were restored and renovated into the simple and quaint rustic complex that stands today. The "farm" is nestled in peaceful gardens adorned with colorful flowers and blossoming fruit trees, run through with a charming stream complete with a wooden footbridge, while tidy lawns are dotted with loungers and picnic tables providing views out towards the sea. The property also includes vineyards and lemon groves up on the hill overlooking the village that provide organic produce including wine and grappa. With only four guest rooms, the property has an intimate boutique ambiance, although it's certainly bare bones.

The hotel is situated in Bonassola, a small fishing village on the Ligurian Riviera in northwest Italy's La Spezia province. Narrow roads wind down to the train station -- a few minutes' walk away -- and just beyond to the village center with a few restaurants and bars. Bonassola's shingle beach overlooks lovely clear sea and is popular in the summer providing a pleasant place to sunbathe and take a dip. There's also lots of lovely coastline that can be explored in the local area, including the stunning Cinque Terre National Park, about half an hours' drive away -- or around 10 minutes' by train.

Accommodations at the hotel are spread over two units -- "Il Casottino" and "Il Mulino" --  with two guest rooms in each. "Il Casottino" is located next to an ancient watchtower and is surrounded by lemon groves, while "Il Mulino" (or "The Watermill") is positioned overlooking a street. Both have outdoor areas with gazebos, barbecues, and seating for al fresco dining, while inside amenities include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and mini-fridges. Interior design is clean and simple, with air conditioning and well-maintained bathrooms (that have tiny showers). While "Il Casottino" provides distance views of the sea, "Il Mulino" provides a more secluded and intimate atmosphere. There are just four rooms available in all, and a couple of them are on the small side. 

While there's no dining room or restaurant on-site, breakfast consisting of homemade cakes, bread, yogurts and pastries can be arranged to be delivered to the room -- or served in the garden (but it is not included in the rates). The hotel provides the loan of the bikes for guests to enjoy the popular local cycle route, while select farm-made wine and grappa is also available to purchase. There's also free parking and Wi-Fi on-site, but no full restaurant nor gym.