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View of house and summer kitchen from pool
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Main living room
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Casa Scrucchi is a beautifully restored old stone farmhouse, finished to a very high standard. For relaxing adults there is an extremely bright spacious living rom with 3 leather sofas, music centre and fireplace, whilst on another floor we have separate large family room with sofas, TV, DVD and video player. There is a very well equipped large farmhouse kitchen with American fridge/freezer (with ice making compartment), as well as a separate utility room. The house has 4 double bedrooms as well as a very comfortable double sofa bed in the TV room that makes a comfortable fifth bedroom. The house is set in 2 acres of land, with a large garden, 3 terraces, private swimming pool 15m long, and is about 400m from the nearest house. There is an outside pizza oven and kitchen, as well as an outside heated shower and WC. There is also an all-season full size table tennis table with it's own shaded patio area.
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Kitchen
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Master bedroom with en suite bathroom
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 Rental periods |
 Price per week |
| 1 January - 15 March |
£800 |
| 15 - 29 March |
£1200 |
| 29 March - 31 May |
£1000 |
| 31 May - 12 July |
£1200 |
| 12 July - 30 August |
£1850 |
| 30 August - 27 September |
£1200 |
| 27 September - 20 December |
£800 |
| 20 December - 3 January 2009 |
£1850 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds. 10% discount for 2 or more weeks from September to June. July & August Minimum letting period 2 weeks.
Changeover day
Changeover day is Saturday, although Wednesdays are also possible out of high season, allowing you to take advantage of cheaper midweek flights.
| Accommodation |
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| Bedrooms: |
Master bedroom: king-size bed, en suite bathroom with full size bath and separate walk-in shower. Bedroom 2: king-size bed. Bedroom 3: king-size bed. Bedroom 4: 2 twin beds & Z bed. Baby cot and mattress. |
| Bathrooms: |
Bathroom 1: en suite to master bedroom with separate bath & shower. Bathroom 2: 2nd floor, shower, WC, bidet & basin. Bathroom 3: ground floor, shower, WC, bidet & basin. Outside WC and basin. Outside sun shower with hot water. |
| Kitchen: |
Gas oven, 5 ring hob, US-style fridge-freezer with ice maker, dishwasher, bread maker; large farmhouse table with seating for 10. |
| Utility Room: |
Washing machine, microwave oven, additional large fridge. |
| Living Rooms: |
Beautiful, very spacious (15m x 4m) characterful room with a lot of natural light, beams and a fireplace. There are 3 large leather sofas, armchair, HiFi, and a fireplace. Upstairs is a 2nd living room with 2 sofas (one a sofa bed), armchairs & DVD/TV. |
| Other: |
Welcoming entrance room with fireplace and armchairs. |
Cleaning/towels/
linen/maid service: |
All towels (including pool towels) & linen are included - changed each week. Cleaning at end of stay is included; mid-stay cleaning extra. |
Notes on accommodation
Small children must be supervised at all times, as the pool and garden are open areas.
| Amenities/Facilities provided |
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| hob/stove |
oven |
fridge/freezer |
fridge |
| microwave |
dishwasher |
washing machine |
iron/ironing board |
| tv |
central heating |
room fans |
cot |
| barbecue |
private pool (for sole use of guests) |
Accessibility
The house is situated on a steep-sided valley, so not suitable for those with mobility problems.
Outside
There are 3 separate patio areas, as well as one specifically for the ping pong table. Lots of outdoor furniture - tables, chairs, pool loungers, umbrellas etc. The swimming pool is private and measures 15m x 5m, with an outside heated shower. Two barbecues are available, as is a large pizza oven, ideal for all sorts of cooking. There is also a small outside kitchen area as well as an outside WC.
Coast/Beach
The house is about 40 mins from the Adriatic coast. There is also a lake nearby in the national park, where swimming is permitted.
Golf
There is an 18 hole championship club at Conero, an hours drive away. The club also has a 9 hole course.
Skiing
The skiing area of Sassotetto just above Sarnano has recently been expanded to include a new chair lift. There are 3 red runs, 3 blue and 1 black. There is also a ski bus service from Sarnano to the base station. Numerous shops will hire equipment for the day or weekend.
Travel
The nearest airport is at Ancona, about 1.25 hours away. Pescara is about 2 hours away. Rimini is about 2.25 hours away. Bologna/Forli is about 2.5 hours away. Perugia (near Assissi) is 1.50 hours away over a beautiful mountain road.
Distances
The nearest village of San Ginesio, said to be one of the most beautiful in Italy is about a 10 minute drive from the house. Sarnano, a lovely old spa town is 20 minutes away, as is Urbisaglia, a walled town with extensive Roman ruins still remaining.
Further details
San Ginesio is small but very charming with 2 banks, numerous shops including 2 excellent butchers, supermarkets, bakers, bars and restaurants. There is also a fanstastic ice cream bar in the old square. There are numerous festivals which take place throughout the summer, including the San Ginesio pallio on 15 August, as well as a battle re-enactment on 29 July.
Booking notes
A 25% deposit is required at the time of booking, withe the remainder required 2 months before the start date of your holiday.
Guest comments
"A truly wonderful relaxing house with every comfort provided" Cath & Tony Pascucci.
"We enjoyed the tranquility so much it was difficult to leave the house and fabulous pool" The Hegarrty family.
For booking and further information
Anne Joyce Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)7710 160099
Email: Click here
Owners Website: Click here
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