Private Country House Bordering Monti Sibillini Natl Park. Wood-burning Pizza Oven. Stunning Views
Tranquil Location, 10 Mins to Mountains, 45 Mins to Beach
Sleeps 5/6 (2 Bedrooms)
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Sleeps 4-6. Casa Chiocciola is a private 2-bedroom stone house located in the foothills of the Apennines, bordering a national park. The grounds offer a commanding view of the some of the tallest peaks in the Apennines and a panorama of distant hilltop villages. It is ideal for most any kind of getaway: a peaceful retreat or an activity-filled return to nature for thrill-seekers and sun-worshippers alike. Chiocciola is ideal for lovers of Italian history, art, gastronomy, hiking and the outdoors. You know, 'la dolce vita.' Available for weekly bookings or short stays (depending on time of year).
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 April 2012 - 14 April 2012 | £580 | 7 | ||
| 14 April 2012 - 16 June 2012 | £525 | 4 | ||
| 16 June 2012 - 1 September 2012 | £550 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 3 November 2012 | £525 | 4 |
Notes on prices
Bookings are 3pm Saturday to 10am Saturday; prices include all utilities/cleaning. Rental rates refer to occupation by 2 persons. For bookings of 3-4 persons, there is an additional charge of £75 (90 euros) per week. Special rates for weekend or short-term stays available. Weekends and short-week bookings available for March, April, May, September and October. Please email owner for details.
Changeover day
Bookings are 3pm Saturday to 10am Saturday, prices include all utilities. Rental rates refer to occupation by 2 persons. Special rates for weekend stays, long-term rentals, and parties of 6 to 8.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed and terrace. Bedroom 2 with double bed (matrimoniale), single bed and terrace. |
| Bathrooms: | 2 bathrooms, each with shower, bidet; one with washing machine. |
| Kitchen: | Spacious kitchen with all the amenities (even enough to satisfy my Italian mother-in-law): modern stove, 4 hobs, fridge, freezer, dish washer, toaster oven, toaster. Sat TV in salone. |
| Utility Room: | Shed with lounge chairs, hammocks, table and chairs. |
| Living Rooms: | Large lounge with fireplace, stereo, satellite TV, VCR, PS2/DVD, double sofa bed. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels and linens included. Property and all linens are cleaned upon departure. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer fridge dishwasher washing machine iron/ironing board cable tv satellite tv tv central heating cot barbecue |
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Notes on accommodation
Suitable for children, and infants too.
Accessibility
Suitable for wheelchairs.
Outside
Garden with stunning views of national park and distant hilltop villages. A private stone patio and outdoor furniture that includes hammocks, outside table, chairs, lounge chairs -- the perfect setting for dining al fresco. Nearby are numerous trails for trekkers, hikers and mountain bikers. There is a large wood-burning outdoor pizza oven that cooks up the best pizza in Central Italy!
Coast/Beach
The Adriatic coast, the Riviera marchigiana, is under an hour away with beaches of all kinds: broad sandy beaches and exotic coves.
Golf
Mountain biking, hiking, swimming, horseback riding, cycling, trekking, mountaineering, art, fine cuisine, wine, history.
Skiing
Nearby village of Sarnano (10 min drive) has a modest (family skiing) ski report with a half-dozen runs and new modern lifts. More ski resorts in national park at Visso (1 hr) and Gran Sasso (90 mins).
Special interest holidays
Casa chiocciola makes an ideal holiday not only for a couple or small family, but also as a retreat for a group of up to a ten people for a multitude of activities. For visitors, we can arrange through local experts guided treks, horse-riding, quad biking, para-gliding. Also, courses arranged in areas of creativity, longevity, painting, and photography too.
Travel
Nearest airports are Ancona (70-80 mins), Perugia (70-80 mins) and Pescara (90 mins), all served by Ryanair. Ancona is a major ferry port to Greece, Croatia. For this area, car hire is necessary.
Distances
Nearest villages are Amandola and Sarnano, both 8 kms. Umbria towns of Assisi, Spoleto, Montefalco, Todi, Perugia are just over an hour's drive. Rome is 200 kms, Florence 175 kms. Bologna is 2 hr by train; Venice 4 hrs by train.
Further details
Amandola and Sarnano have all major shopping amenities. (Sarnano's open market is Thurs; Amandola's Wed.) Fantastic restaurants abound. Marchigiani cuisine is among the tops in Italy -- think decadent fish meals by the sea and sumptuous comfort food inland. There are over a dozen Slow Food- and Gambero Rosso-recognised restaurants in the area, attracting foodies from across Italy and beyond. Le Marche is also the shoe capital of Italy, including home of the Tod's factory outlet (Casette D'ete).
Booking notes
Payment included in sterling or euros. 25% deposit required in advance. The remainder is to be paid into the owner's bank account 14 days prior to arrival date.
Weekends and short-week bookings available for March, April, May, September, October, November.
Guest comments
'The house was great - we enjoyed the views and the comfort - and we did lots in the surrounding area.' -- Gerry Gavan and family.
'Our stay here has been excellent. We all thank you for everything you've done to make this one of our best vacations ever. While I am basically a city boy, and Paris is and will always be my favorite place in the world, I think Marche will hold a close second.' -- Stephen Dent.
'My father and I had a fantastic time. I hope to bring my wife to stay later in the year. It's a real gem! -- John Buckles.
'We had a super stay in your cottage and really enjoyed the beautiful location, splendid views of the mountains, and yes, the marvelous Italian sun which shone for us almost every day. The wild flowers were amazing, so profuse and so many different varieties. We were unbelieving when we found 10 different types of orchid in one afternoon, and that was just for starters!' -- Mary & Frank Dymond
Owner profile
About the owner
My wife Cristina, hailing from Perugia, and I, originally from a nondescript town outside Manhattan, live today in Rome with our two daughters. I'm a still solvent journalist and entrepreneur who found his way to this blessed part of the world earlier this decade. Cristina works for an NGO here in Rome. We both work for the girls. I'm told that arrangement won't change any time soon. We travel often, in search of great meals, fine wine, a little art, a bit of music and interesting people. All of which can be found in the hills of Le Marche.
Year purchased: 2001
Why the owner chose a home in this location
The little hamlet of Sant'Ippolito is a magical place. You'll have to experience it for yourself. For me, I was enamored at first sight. Looking back, I guess it was a bit rash buying this house. I didn't have much money. My Italian was sketchy. I knew nobody in this place. I had a hell of a commute, living as I was in London at the time. In the end, it was one of the wisest decisions of my life. I cherish every minute I'm up in Amandola. It's such a peaceful place. Its quiet rhythms never fail to eliminate all that city stress that builds up. Just writing this now I cannot wait to get back. I need my Amandola fix again.
For booking and further information
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Bernhard Warner
Tel: (Italy) + 39 334 195 4701
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