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 Casa Maria Large, comfortable and beautifully restored traditional stone house with floodlit private pool to rent in the centre of the picturesque 'golden triangle' area of Le Marche Italy. "We thoroughly enjoyed the house, the local villages, including your recommendations for eating out. We had a terrific time and the view from the terrace will stay in our memories for a long time." Mike S. New Zealand. 14th October 2007. Check out more of our guests' comments (link on menu to left) for their views of the house and area. Here you can relax amongst the rolling hills on the Adriatic side of the Sibillini mountains which shield you from the guidebook tourist frenzy (and prices) of Tuscany and Umbria. This is not 'Chiantishire' but it is every bit as beautiful. This is the real Italy with real Italian prices where the cost of eating out will please you.  Thirsty Weather Le Marche is famous for wonderful food and the local wines traditionally served in the restaurants are of great quality and very inexpensive. When you book we will send you an information pack on the area which includes a guide to local cuisne and our views/recommendations on most of the restaurants within an hour of the house. We give a price guide for each - children will be much less - and the categories are: High €30 per person including wine. Medium €20 per person including wine. Low €10-15 per person including wine You may be glad to hear that few fall into the high category and, in our view, the food is often better in the less expensive places. All, needless to say, are very good. This is Italy, after all. Set in 12 acres Casa Maria is, unlike many other rental properties in the area, a short stroll from the attractive and historic town of Penna San Giovanni (click on The Town link). We believe location is important and you may find our proximity to the town, with its shops and bars as well as bank, doctor, pharmacy and post office, a distinct advantage when you have just run out of milk or simply want a leisurely lunch.  A Pool with a view This attractive villa is situated in one of the most scenic parts of Le Marche. It has 6 bedrooms (sleeping 12) and a 10 x 5 metre pool for your exclusive use. It offers privacy, a high standard of furnishings and comfortable accomodation (Interior photographs - click on Property Details link on menu to left of this page). There are panoramic views of the stunning surrounding countryside from the large pergola covered dining terrace, terracotta paved pool area and garden as well as the main rooms.  Viewpoint in the shade “Just got back from Casa Maria & thought we'd send a quick note of thanks. What a wonderful place to holiday - fantastic accomodation, amazing scenery and superb food. Casa Maria and Penna were beautiful places to visit and we hope that we get the chance to return soon - we'll certainly be recommending them to friends!” Paul T., Kent, 18th August 2007.  Bedroom 2 'We had a fantastic holiday in superb villa in a glorious part of Italy. Every thing was spot on, the attention to detail was second to none. I will certainly be recommending the villa to friends and family. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your beautiful villa.' Mr and Mrs M, Birlingham, Worcs. 12th August 2006.  Cooling down We will provide an information pack giving details of the places of interest and restaurants to help you enjoy to discover for yourself the pleasures of this beautiful part of Italy. Accommodation Details  Outdoor dining
Private (10x5 m.) swimming pool and sun terrace furnished with high quality sun loungers and deckchairs, a power point and shower. Six bedrooms. Three double bedrooms - two with four-poster beds, and three twin rooms (one on the ground floor) sleeping 12 guests. All have electric fans and a window fitted with an insect screen for bug-free evening ventilation. A cot and high-chair are available. Three bathrooms (one on the ground floor beside the bedroom) - all fitted with insect screens. Large living and dining area (11x5 m./35x16 ft) with traditional fireplace and wood burning stove, comfortable soft furnishings, well stocked dresser and a dining table which seats up to 12. French doors lead from the study and living area opening onto a large south-facing terrace, shaded by a pergola under which is a teak table and 12 chairs for outdoor dining while enjoying the view. Study/family room equipped with a desk and soft furnishings. Well equipped kitchen with Smeg cooker, salami/ham slicer, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, electric kettle and toaster. 35 minute drive to the beach and seafood restaurants at fashionable Porto San Georgio. 45 minute drive up into the heart of the Sybillini National Park for swimming, walking, horse riding, quad bikes and skiing or even relaxing by the lake. 1.5 hours approx from Ancona, Perugia and Pescara which are Ryanair destinations from Stansted. Alternatives are Rome - 3 hours - and Bologna//Forli - 2.5 hours. All travel until about 15 miles from the house is autostrada (motorway) except for Perugia.  Lunch is ready |