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Casa Rosa |
Montottone, Le Marche, Italy |
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Casa Rosa is a traditional, beautifully restored 2-bedroom farmhouse with its own vineyard and olive grove. It is set in a stunning location of privacy and peace, with breathtaking views across one of Italy’s most beautiful landscapes. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| Farmhouse |
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Property Setting:
| Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Culture |
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Bedrooms:
| 2 |
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Guests:
| 4 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Casa Rosa is a typical small Marchigiani farmhouse with its own vineyard, olive grove and meadows. It is set in a stunning location of privacy, peace and tranquillity with breathtaking views across one of central Italy’s most beautiful landscapes.
Just 20km to the east lies the Adriatic sea with its miles of sandy beaches while 30km to the west are the Sibillini mountains and national park, for skiing, walking, climbing and exploring.
Medieval hilltop towns and villages characterise this spectacular area of southern Marche.
Casa Rosa, fully renovated and modernised to a high standard, offers comfortable, spacious accommodation with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living rooms, a kitchen and a utility room. Outside is a large roofed terrace perfect for relaxing and alfresco dining.
The village of Montottone, a mile away, provides everything needed for everyday living.
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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Casa Rosa stands in 7.5 acres of its own land a mile or so from the ancient village of Montottone, which has a full range of amenities,including a tipico local restaurant, bars, supermarket, garage and bank.
While most visitors to the house find themselves so entranced by the stunning landscape and so relaxed by the peace that they rarely venture far from the recliners on the terrace, more adventurous guests will find plenty within easy reach.
Attractions include the fine cities of Fermo, Ascoli Piceno and Macerata, the wonderful beaches of the Adriatic Riviera, the Sibillini national park, fascinating street markets, feasts and festivals, and some great shopping at numerous factory outlets. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| The easiest way to reach Casa Rosa is to fly into Ancona (daily Ryanair budget flights from London Stansted) and rent a car for the one-hour drive to the house. Alternative airports are Pescara and Bologna Forli. |
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Nearest airports:
| Ancona Falconara 95kms |
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Nearest train station:
| Porto San Giorgio 18kms |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| Ancona |
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Car Hire:
| Essential |
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Nearest restaurant:
| Montottone |
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Nearest beach:
| Porto San Giorgio |
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Nearest shop:
| Montottone |
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Nearest market:
| Montottone, neighbouring villages and Fermo |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Rosie |
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Contact Phone No. |
01258 450989 / 07759 115299 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Art & Craft / Beach within 20km / Birdwatching / Cycling / Golf within 20km / Horse Riding / Tennis / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
CD Player / DVD player / Linen provided / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
Like so many old farmhouses in Le Marche, Casa Rosa’s ground floor was originally used to house animals, while the farm workers gained access to the upstairs via an external staircase. Now, aside from the external staircase, there is also an interior, hand-made spiral staircase. Upstairs there is a very large, triple-aspect bedroom, containing a large double bed and a double sofa-bed. There is also a second double bedroom with stunning views to the south and west and a beautifully equipped shower room, with WC and bidet.
Downstairs there is a spacious sitting room, with TV, DVD player, and comfortable leather sofas. This leads to the dining room with spiral staircase to upstairs. There is a fully equipped modern kitchen and a utility room housing the gas boiler, washing machine, iron and ironing board. Downstairs is also a second shower room, with WC. For indoor entertainment, there are DVDs, books and games.
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Exterior Facilities |
Balcony / BBQ / Garden / Garden Furniture / Parking / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
At the rear of the house is a large terrace area with barbecue and garden furniture, a wonderful spot for outdoor eating at any time, day or night, and at virtually any time of the year. The views from here are spellbinding and through late spring and early summer the only sound is usually the singing of the nightingales, by night and by day.
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Further Details |
For the comfort of summer visitors, Casa Rosa has fly-screens at the windows and electric fans, while for winter guests there is full central heating and a wood-burning stove. There is no telephone installed at the house, although a strong signal is received by mobile phone networks. The power points are continental and there is a good supply of adapters suitable for use with UK appliances.
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Conditions of Rental |
Payment: One-third of the rental should be paid at the time of confirming the booking. This is not refundable in the event of cancellation. The balance should be paid no later than one calendar month before the start of your stay.
Deposit: We also respectfully ask for a returnable deposit of €250 in advance to cover any breakages or damage. The balance will be refunded within two weeks of the end of your stay. Discounts: Guests booking for a second week will be entitled to a discount of 10% on the second week’s rental. Guests booking for a third week will receive a discount of 20% on the third week’s rental. A mid-stay change of linen and cleaning of bathrooms is compulsory for guests staying for two weeks or more. This will be charged at a nominal rate of €25 per person.
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Other Information |
No Smoking
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What visitors have said about Casa Rosa |
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It's very special to be the first visitors to Casa Rosa. A delightful and welcoming house, restored with so much thought and attention to detail. We love the house, its spectacular views, the local people, the life. Sad to leave but looking forward to a return visit.
Tony & Felicity,
Blandford Forum, Dorset,
Aug 2003 
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We've had a wonderful time and can't believe how peaceful the house is. It's made a perfect base for exploring the mountains. We've loved coming back after a hard day's slog to a cold beer while watching the sun set.
Nick & Veryan,
London,
May 2007
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We've had a fabulous and busy holiday, exploring the Marche and loving the stunning scenery and hilltop towns. Would love to return one day - still lots to see. Casa Rosa is a wonderful welcoming house.
Francis & Sue,
Salisbury, Wilts,
Sep 2003
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We have had an inspiring week here. This was a calm and yet thoughtful week in a deeply rich (in many senses) part of Italy. Do try the drive from Sarnano up to Lago di Fiastro and over the top via Pintura.
Richard & Mary,
Dorset,
Jul 2008
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Have really appreciated all the hard work you have put into making Casa Rosa such a welcome and delightful treat. Perhaps not as active as some of your other guests but we needed to 'chill' and this could not have been a more perfect spot - worth every kilometre of the 1200-mile drive.
Julian & Emma,
Kent,
Oct 2003
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Although we flew into Pescara to a chilly spell, the warmth of the Italian hospitality in Montottone has more than made up for it. Serena at La Brocca restaurant has a charming way of translating the menu. The scenery on our walks has been breathtaking, from hilltop towns to the autumnal hues of the Sibillini mountains. The deserted beaches are just right for mad English walkers taking a picnic under the palms. We have witnessed this year's final olive pick - a fascinating ritual, nets and all. As for Casa Rosa, set your alarms for sunrise - it beats sunset.
Anne & Tony ,
Salisbury, Wilts,
Nov 2008
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The house is lovely, in an incredible setting. Food at La Brocca and Al Chiara di Luna was marvellous and very cheap. Above all, the people are so friendly and welcoming. Highlights of our trip included the drive from Grottazzolina to Amandola, then Montemonaco – stunning views. The view from the top of Fermo of the sea and the mountains . . . I could go on forever. We will return in the summer!
Tom and Philippa,
London,
Jan 2003
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Wow! This place is amazing – beautiful, comfortable house with views from every window. We have had a most enjoyable, relaxing week here. Tried to combine mountain sightseeing with lazy strolls on the beach. How many flavours of ice-cream can you sample in one day? Great fun at markets watching ladies of a certain age looking to recapture trimmer times by trying on 'oh-so-chic' luminous winkle-picker stilettos. Serena in La Brocca a favourite, with her wonderfully expressive eyes and hand gestures. So much to see and do, we have to return.
Iain & Marilyn ,
Plymouth, Devon,
Apr 2004
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We have wended our way round many a bend to beautiful hilltop villages, towns and cities in sunshine, thunder, wind and sleet. We have eaten far too much – the best meals by far being at Al Chiaro di Luna (wild boar pasta and stuffed olives). Breakfast overlooking the Sibillini has got to be one of the many highlights.
Gareth, Di and Alison,
Bournemouth, Dorset,
May 2004
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Casa Rosa is the quintessence of peace and tranquillity. We especially enjoyed the early morning sun over the olive groves and vines, and the spectacular sunsets over the Sibillinis. Highlights included the lower piazza in Sarnano and the stylish Art Deco Café Meletti in the Piazza del Popolo in Ascoli Piceno – almost deserted. A lunchtime pasta served by three octogenarians in Da Quintilia Mercuri in Montefalcano Appenino was also excellent for its atmosphere of 'times past'.
Rosie, Cathy and Brian ,
Wiveliscombe, Somerset,
Jul 2004
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Back for a summer trip this time, we found Casa Rosa even more comfortable and relaxing. Having had ten days, we accrued some particular recommendations: 1, Boat trip to Le Due Sorelle from Numana (bit pricy but the pebble beach was nice); 2, Cycling from Montottone to Monsampietro Morico to Belmonte Piceno to Monte Leone di Fermo to Montelparo to Monte Rinaldo to Ortezzano and back – not for the faint-hearted; 3, Walking in the Sibillini Mountains (we did Infernal Gorge to Smiling Valley); 4, Palio in Fermo – historic festival with a spectacular horse race through the town streets; 5, Finally, try a local watermelon, if you can, and fruit salad, ice-cream and Maraschino liqueur!
Tom and Philippa,
London,
Aug 2004
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Words cannot begin to express the joy and happiness we have found here over a few days to mark a special birthday. It has been a glorious confusion of laughter, sunshine, huge and magnificent meals and the sense that Casa Rosa showered blessings on us all. True magic.
Peter, Dee and Jonathan,
Dorchester, Dorset,
Sep 2004
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We drove from England. We’d been told firmly: ‘Do not arrive in the dark!’ But we did! By accident – too much sightseeing en route at San Marino and Urbino. So the next morning we experienced the ‘wow’ factor! ‘Which shutter shall we open next?’ Glorious views met us from every window and angle. We have enjoyed the tranquillity and beauty of this amazing countryside, dawdling about on foot and in the car to see what is growing, how and why. We have had a lovely week’s holiday in your relaxing and happy home. We have thoroughly enjoyed it.
Norman and Margaret,
Salisbury, Wiltshire,
Oct 2004
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Couldn't have wished for a more blissful way to spend five days away from the daily grind of London. Casa Rosa exceeded my expectations: it is truly perfect!
Claudia ,
London,
Mar 2008
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What a wonderful Christmas we have had! We are so jealous of your super house and amazing views. A superb area, lovely friendly people - Marche has so much to offer.
Richard & Annie,
Shaftesbury, Dorset,
Dec 2004
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Another fantastic time at Casa Rosa - lots of time spent sitting on the great terrace just looking at the view. The highlight, though, has to be walking in the Sibillini mountains again. Absolutely breathtaking and memories that will stay with us for ever.
Tom & Philippa,
London,
Jan 2005
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Had a wonderful time, blessed with the most incredible weather, waking us up every morning to the most stunning views and watching the sun set with a glass of wine. The perfect antidote to London life.
Matt & Claudia,
London,
Jan 2006
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