Restored Farmhouse with Private Pool and Uninterrupted Views
In the Heart of Italian Countryside with Easy Access to Beach and Mountains
Sleeps 8/9 (4 Bedrooms)
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Podere dei Tordi (The Farm of the Song thrush) is a fully restored traditional farmhouse in the hills above Lake Grazie and the historic town of Tolentino. It is a 10 minute drive from the town and lies midway between the beautiful Adriatic coast and the Sibillini Mountains. The house sits in its own grounds with fine views across rolling farmland with olive and fruit trees providing a natural boundary at the rear. It has been restored with all modern amenities whilst retaining the traditional Marchigiani style. There is a large private swimming pool with sun beds and parasols. The large terrace sheltered by a pergola is ideal for dining alfresco and is equipped with table seating up to 10 people.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 7 January 2012 - 31 March 2012 | £400 | 7 | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 28 April 2012 | £500 | - | ||
| 28 April 2012 - 30 June 2012 | £950 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 1 September 2012 | £1500 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 6 October 2012 | £950 | 7 | ||
| 6 October 2012 - 22 December 2012 | £500 | 7 | ||
| 22 December 2012 - 5 January 2013 | £1500 | 7 | ||
| 5 January 2013 - 27 April 2013 | £400 | 7 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds.
Changeover day
Saturday but can be flexible on request.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with king size bed, en-suite bathroom, French doors to upper terrace with spectacular views across the hills. Bedroom 2 one double bed Bedroom 3 one double bed Bedroom 4 one double bed and one single bed. Cots available |
| Bathrooms: | Bathroom 1 with bath, separate shower, wc and bidet and double wash basins. Bathroom 2 with shower, wc and wash basin. Bathroom 3 (en-suite) with shower, wc and wash basin. |
| Kitchen: | 5 ring gas hob and electric oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, sandwich maker and electric kettle. |
| Utility Room: | Washing machine. Clothes horse, ironing board/iron. |
| Living Rooms: | Large living room with 2 sofas and open fireplace. Dining area with eight seater table. French doors onto outside dining terrace. TV (with Sky package), DVD player, radio/CD/ipod player. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Bedlinen, bath towels and pool towels included. Property and linen cleaned weekly including between bookings. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer microwave dishwasher washing machine iron/ironing board satellite tv tv central heating room fans cot high chair barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
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Notes on accommodation
While the house is suitable for a family stay there are natural hazards accompanying country life and a traditional style of house. Small children will need to be supervised particularly around the pool and upper terrace.
The farmhouse has full central heating ideal for winter breaks. There is no smoking in the accommodation. Hair dryers are available and there are 2 adult mountain bikes available for use by guests.
Outside
The house stands in an acre of land including mature olive and fruit trees. Guests will have sole use of the 12m x 5m swimming pool with ample surrounding sun terrace equipped with sun beds and parasols. The property has a large terrace covered by pergola with a table and chairs (can seat ten). This is ideal for dining out and offers uninterrupted views over the valley. There is pizza oven and BBQ. The upper terrace has a table and chairs ideal for breakfast or a quite break. Lago Grazie 5 minutes down the hill is a lively spot in summer offering 3 eating places (Trattoria and pizzerias) and the occasional festa and live music.
Coast/Beach
The beaches of Civitanova Marche are within a 30 minute drive and give a wealth of fish restaurants and bars. The coast provides tourist facilities, where you can practise water sports such as sailing, windsurfing, kite surfing, or just relax and enjoy the sun. The coast has a number of interesting resorts within easy reach from the cliffs and coves of the Conero peninsula in the north to the palm strewn beaches of S. Benedetto del Tronto in the south.
Skiing
The Sibillini Mountains are snow covered in winter. This is an opportunity to do some skiing away from the crowd and with low ski pass prices. The house is situated 30 minutes away from the nearest ski resort at Sassotetto near Sarnano.
Special interest holidays
The house lies on the edge of the Sibillini National Park and has opportunities for walking, cycling, and horse riding. Nearby Lago Grazie has fishing. The Strada de vino wine trail is on the doorstop and takes you to the source of the renowned Vernaccia wine of Serrapetrona.
Macerata 10 minutes away boasts an open air Opera Festival each summer mid July to August. Urbs Salvia (Urbisaglia) just a short 5km away has 1st century Roman remains and is an important archaeological site with an amphitheatre. The historical renaissance capital of Urbino is a little over an hour away and Assisi just over the border in Umbria is a 2 hour journey.
Travel
The nearest Airport is Ancona and is less than an hour drive to the house. Alternative airports are Pescara (1.5 hours) and Bologna (3 hours) and Rimini/ Forli (2 hours) Rome (3 hours) All 5 airports are served by low cost airlines Ryanair and Easyjet and all have car hire services. Civitanova provides access to main rail links should you wish to travel further afield and the port of Ancona has ferries to Greece and Croatia.
Distances
Tolentino is 10 minutes by car. Civitanova 30 minutes by car. Sibillini mountains 30 minutes by car. Bologna 2 hours. Rome 3 hours.
Further details
Tolentino has a number of restaurants, supermarkets, banks and a wide range of shops as well as a weekly market.
Booking notes
All rates are priced per week for the property and all facilities. 10% deposit must be paid on confirmation and the balance paid 8 weeks prior to arrival. A security deposit of £250 is required to cover any damage of property/facilities, the security deposit is to be paid with the balance and will be refunded 14 days after end of stay. Short breaks and daily rates are given on request.
Guest comments
Fantastic farmhouse and all the things in and around it. We all enjoyed it tremendously favourite place was Civitanova Marche for its great beaches and fish restaurants.
a real home from home holiday
Cathy & Jeff 2009
“What a fantastic place to stay, stunning scenery – spectacular views from every window! The house is spacious and lovingly restored to a very high standard we would recommend it to anyone its truly a joy to stay there! The owner is very helpful and accommodating – a pleasure to deal with”.
Jackie W and family 2009
Thank you both so much for letting your lovely house to us last week. We had a lovely time, particularly the pizza oven which was a great success, great fun.
Charlotte and family 2009
We had a wonderful holiday although a little more remote than we had expected, a great time was had by all. Fantastic house, great pool and beautiful towns villages and scenery. Definitely one of the best holidays we have experienced.
John P & family 2010
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Paul McKelvie
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