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Villa |6 bedrooms |Sleeps 14

Amandola in Marche/Abruzzo

from £215 / night

£1500–£2500 / week

7 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4.5 out of 5

11 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, balcony/terrace, car advised, private garden, no pets allowed

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About the home

Renovation of this beautifully restored Marche holiday rental villa was completed in 2006. It boasts stunning views over Marche countryside and the Sibillini mountains and has a large floodlit pool.

Views from the covered portico and first floor terrace are truly breathtaking, with most of the Sibillini mountain chain in full view - including Monte Priora and Monte Sibilla from which the villa takes its name - with the medieval hilltop town of Amandola nestled invitingly below.

The separate converted barn to the side of the main property has a separate double en suite bedroom and living room, which can be rented with the main property or on its own if the main property is not in use.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
-Bedroom One, en suite twin with shower (all twins can become doubles). Bedrooms Two and Three both twins with shared bathroom (with bath and shower). Living room and bedroom two exit onto large terrace.

-Bedrooms Four and Five both en suite doubles, one with bath and shower, the other with shower. Each has a separate room as a walk in wardrobe with space for a single bed or cot.

-Converted barn
All ground floor. Living room/kitchen with patio doors and large fireplace (in winter provides hot water and heating via radiators), double bedroom with patio doors, spacious bathroom with shower.

Further details outdoors:
-The separate converted barn to the side of the main property has a separate double en suite bedroom and living room, which can be rented with the main property or on its own if the main property is not in use.

- floodlit pool

- horse riding within 5 minutes drive

- river and lake fishing (permit required)

- great walking from your doorstep

- tennis court ten minute's drive

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The Marche / Abruzzo / Marche region

Even today Marche remains a largely undiscovered gem in the heart of Italy, sandwiched between the stunning Apennine mountains on its western fringes and the beautiful Adriatic coast to the east.

Perhaps because Marche has historically been an isolated region, sheltered as it is from intrusion by its natural mountain borders to the north, south and west and by the Adriatic Sea, it is only slowly gaining rightful recognition.
The region gets comparatively little mention in the travel media, deferring to the wider fame of neighbouring Tuscany and Umbria. Yet it can justifiably claim to be Italy’s very own Garden of Eden.

It boasts lush greenery (often a surprise to visitors) and an enchanting mixture of sunflower fields, abundant woodland, many rivers which wind their way down to a beautiful coastline, and stunning mountain scenery.

Bordering both Umbria and Tuscany, as well as Abruzzo, Lazio and Emilia-Romagna, the region has an identity all of its own.

Walkers, trekkers and nature lovers can also find their feet here, with regional and national parks offering an abundance of outdoor activities, including trekking, mountain biking, paragliding, nature trails, hunting and fishing and ski-ing.

Marche has two national parks, the Monti Sibillini National Park and the Gran Sasso Monti Della Laga National Park.

The Monti Sibillini National Park actively promotes and protects wildlife habitats and has played a key role in building a stable population of wolves and other creatures such as the golden eagle. Wild boar abound and with the help of active re-introduction programmes there are also now signs of the return of the Marsicana brown bear from its stronghold in neighbouring Abruzzo. There are even signs of the return of the secretive and shy lynx.

Rising 572m from the sea near Ancona, Monte Conero is one of Marche’s best known landmarks. It is home to a regional park and is an excellent place to see birds such as the marsh harrier and long-legged buzzard, while its coastal waters offer beautiful coved beaches and are ideal for organised boat trips.

The other regional park by the sea is the Colle San Bartolo Regional Park near Gabicce, home to wetlands of national importance.

A myriad of fascinating caves form the central attraction of the inland park, Gola della Rossa Frasassi Regional Park, recognised as the most interesting limestone caves in Italy. Special tours lead you through a series of caves complete with small lakes, stalactites, huge stalagmites and onto the truly cavernous Abisso Ancona, a cave from ground to ceiling fully 240m high.

The Amandola area

The towns of Amandola, Comunanza and Monte San Martino are a ten minute drive away. Amandola has a very pretty market square full of life, lovely cafes, boutiques and restaurants and is seen by many as the gateway to the spellbindingly beautiful Monti Sibillini National Park.

Nature lovers, walkers, mountainbikers, paragliders, mountaineers, skiers or simply lovers of the great outdoors will be spoilt. And the owner of the property has an intimate knowledge of the local mountains and is happy to suggest routes and accompany walkers as well as arrange for fine feasts at various local restaurants at the end of a good day's walk.

But you can enjoy all this from your table at some of the many osterias and agriturismos that are common throughout the area, and provide not only wonderful cuisine at affordable prices but have stunning views from their windows and balconies.

In the summer months fairs, festas and festivals are in constant competition around the local towns, so just look out for the street signs that criss cross the roads in each town and village, announcing their special culinary delights and when to savour them.

There are many museums and galleries in the area and with famous painters such as Rafael and Crivelli in prominence. And evening summer markets abound.

How to get there

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Marche is now within quick, cheap and easy reach from all over Europe.

Once here we suggest you hire a car from one of the many rental companies to be found at the airports and train stations. We recommend Avis for price and convenience.

Travel to Marche has been revolutionised in the last five years by the introduction of cheap air fares by low budget airlines.


Ryanair flies direct from London Stansted to the local airports of Ancona, Pescara and Bologna Forli' as well as other airports including Rome, Pisa, Milan and Venice. It offers some incredible bargains for those who book in advance.

Easyjet also operates daily flights to Bologna, Rome and Milan from London Stansted.

Fast and efficient train services also mean you can travel from anywhere in Europe to numerous train stations in Marche. For more information see www.raileurope.co.uk

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Reviews

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15 Aug 2012

“Absolutely stunning: house, pool, surroundings, local towns...” This was a real find. The house is beautifully and tastefully restored. It felt really spacious, with 5 bedrooms, almost all of which had en suites (6 if you include the additional apartment,... more Response: Dear Andrew, So pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you all back here soon. Was a real pleasure having you! Felix

28 Nov 2011

“Amazing!!!” An amazing experience! Beautiful house, fantastic location and stunning food. The house was impressive and there was more than enough room for the six of us. We particularly loved the real... more Response: Dear Nicola, Thank you for your comments. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. That Osteria is fab I agree - and so many other good restaurants close by too! Hope you come... more

27 Oct 2011

“A generous-sized house for a group of family and friends” Personally, I love staying in a place that's hidden away in the woods or in the hills, because you get a feeling of magic, a perfect location for a special, memorable holiday with the family. Well this house has all of that special magic. After a winding car journey through thick woodland and along ever-smaller country tracks we eventually found Casa Sibilla. It's right in the middle of a hillside wood, but looking out from the front verandah the trees open up to a spectacular view of the stunning Sibillini mountains - I spent hours just sitting there gazing! The house itself has lots of generous-sized rooms and we found we were able to settle in very quickly and very comfortably. There was plenty of room outdoors too for the kids to play and we took advantage of the barbecue facilities on several evenings surrounded by the stars and fireflies. The pool was large and well-equipped - perfect for relaxing with a drink and a book. We also went exploring in the area and found medieval villages, wonderful country restaurants and all sorts of places for walks in the hills. On one occasion I left the family by the pool and went for a more challenging hike up Monte Vettore (over 8,000ft) - which was exhilarating to say the least! It was a real wrench to leave this great place which I heartily recommend. Response: Dear Paul & Elena, so pleased you all enjoyed Casa Sibilla. Those fireflies in May and Junee are amazing aren't they! Like a light show to rival the stars in the sky! Hope you come back to stay at Casa Sibilla soon, especially as you are not so far away there in Macerata. Take care, Felix & Shena

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27 Oct 2011

“All we could have hoped for and more” This wasn't our first trip to the Marche region but by far the most enjoyable. This time visited in May 2011 and were lucky to have such great weather for early in the season. Casa Sibilla was all that we expected it to be. Large, comfortable and clean with views to die for. We were two families staying in the house and there was plenty of space for all. The pool was open for use and in the evenings, which were a little fresh we were able to warm the house with the log fire. Fortunately the owner Felix Stewart had left a small supply of logs to get us going but later in the week the children enjoyed scampering around the woodland with me collecting dead wood to burn. Evenings were spent either playing games in the living room or sipping local red wine out front on the terrace while gazing at the stars. Felix had provided us with a welcome pack which had some super suggestions for our stay. We visited several of the local towns and went on a few mountain walks as well as managing a trip down to the coast but unfortunately we didn't have time to fit everything in... hastily to say that we've already inquired about a possible return to Casa Sibilla next year! Response: Dear Max, Paola, Lucia and Thomas, Thank you so much for your review - we do our best and it is so nice when guests appreciate what Casa Sibilla and the surroundings are is about and take the time to let us know. Thank you! I know you guys are foodies and out of season specialists so you might like to consider the truffle fair that takes place in Amandola in November if you ever get the chance, it really is something special. White and black truffles and a real proper town festival. All the cantinas open and you can eat local delicacies and pastas with fresh truffle very inexpensively. We also have truffles in our woods and organise truffle hunting followed by a masterclass in how to prepare them back at our villa. Along with the vino novello, really an occasion not to be missed! Thank you again for your kind words and very best wishes, Felix & Shena

26 Oct 2011

“Idyllic house in the mountains” Friendly, English speaking local welcomed us at the property, showed us where to find everything and recommended places to visit, where to shop and where to walk/hike around the countryside/mountains. Answers to any queries were just a phone call away. Well appointed rooms, huge kitchen/dining room - great for family & friends to get together. Or you could relax on the first floor terrace enjoying the breath-taking views across Amandola to the Sibillini Mountains - snow-capped in October, despite lovely warm weather. Fabulous out-door pool - bit cold for swimming in October, but it was still warm enough to make use of the permanent BBQ. The locals all seemed friendly and we had some wonderful home cooked food in the many family-run restaurants and agriturismos in the vicinity. Nearby Amandola provides everything you might need: supermarkets, restaurants, take-away pizza, chemist, bakeries, cafes, banks etc. Response: Dear Katie, Thank you so much for your review. We love it when guests come and stay outside the summer months to get a real taste for the traditions and culture of the mountains, which as I'm sure you discovered are really strongly ingrained in Amandola and the local area. I was so pleased the weather was kind to you as sunny days in October providing some breathtaking views. But yes a little chilly for a dip I imagine! Thank you again for taking the time to tell us about your stay. Best Wishes, Felix

25 Oct 2011

“A rural gem. An amazing rustic Italian holiday.” We arrived at Casa Sibilla early evening and the sun was beating down on the cool stone paving at the front of the house. Felix (the owner) had just mowed the lawn and greeted us very warmly. Within minutes we were sipping a nice cool drink whilst taking in the stunning views (words will never truly describe) of the snow capped Monti Sibillini. The house itself is magnificent, a fusion of traditional Italian rustic farm-house with a contemporary edge. The open plan kitchen, with the long wooden table, is ideal to enjoy dinner with large groups of 14+ people. Throughout the house there are plenty of areas to relax and unwind and literature on local activities is abundant. The pool was recently opened for the season and it was clean and refreshing. It was warm enough to relax outside in the various locations around the grounds. We were spoilt, as Felix had a fantastic knowledge of the local area, recommending things that catered for our interests. The mountains are great for walking and the short drive to the coast is worth it for the sea food alone. We were expecting a rural gem and that is exactly what we experienced. Casa Sibilla is a great house, with wonderful views and activities locally to satisfy everyone. We will definitely visit again. Response: Hi Gabriel, It was a real pleasure to introduce you and Lucy to Marche and I really hope you become regular visitors to the area and Casa Sibilla as our guests. Thanks for those kind words about our humble little abode which we think is fairly special too! Warm Wishes Felix & the dogs!

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17 Oct 2011

“Lovely location, ruined by lack of cleanliness and poor service” We stayed in Casa Sibilla in August 2011 in a big party with several adults and three small children. The house is very attractive and located on a very picturesque hillside surrounded by beautiful... more Response: Dear Andrew, Thank you for your review which we appreciate and take very seriously. We were really sorry you were not happy on your arrival at Casa Sibilla, especially after the various phone... more

08 Oct 2011

“Outstanding experiance not to be missed” We had not been to the Marche before. We could not have had a better introduction than to stay at Casa Sibilla . Felix Stewart the owner made us feel welcome from the outset . The house is capcious , a lovely pool fantastic views across the valley to Amandola and charming local eateries. We have traveled far and wide and rarely enjoyed a holiday so much. We preffered this to the usual run of Tuscany / Umbria. A longer transfer time but well worth it. Response: Hi Richard, Thank you for your lovely review. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you back in Marche one day. Best, Felix

06 Oct 2011

“Italian Idyll” This was an excellent holiday. The villa was roomy (13 guests) and the pool was a great bonus. A lovely area too, with fab food in the markets. The only down was the heat, but at least we could lie on the grass, wine in hand and gaze at the stars Response: Dear Iain, It was one hot long summer and really dry as well but glad you all had a good time. May and June are actually my favourite months, really green and comfortable temperatures. Thanks for your review, Best Wishes, Felix & family

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04 Oct 2011

“The magical Marche mountains” I had visited Casa Sibilla on an earlier trip inspecting other properties you had suggested both for our group and for others I was helping in their search for good rentals in Le Marche. All the properties I saw were of a quality that I knew would be great for us and great for my friends. The facilities at Casa Sibilla were all well designed and comfortable for holiday living. All necessary equipment was available for the week we stayed there. We were planning to have lunches out in the vast selection of great villages to visit but we wanted to have dinners in the large kitchen/dining area so that no evening driving would be necessary. We had several “cooks” with us and they much appreciated the fact that all they needed for meals could be found fresh in the nearby charming town of Amandola and kitchen had all that was needed for preparing meals . My friends were just amazed by the views from the house – mountains with snow in May! And a very good pool for swimming while enjoying those lovely views. We loved the contrast! The fact that there were so many bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms made the stay comfortable for all. I will definitely continue to recommend Marche Holiday Homes to friends! Response: Dear Janet, Thanks for your kind words. Your expert chefs certainly know how to serve up a feast! Next time let's hope the weather is a little warmer and drier for you. Take Care, Felix

29 Sep 2011

“we had a great holiday!” Casa Sibilla: with 4 adults and 7 children we enjoyed two wonderful weeks at Casa Sibilla; it's a very privately located and beautifully renovated farmhouse with a stunning view on the Sibillini mountains. The first view is 'mouth-dropping' and it stays that way... There's lots of open space with sun as well as shade. Down a small slope there's a very nice and sunny pool with flood light in the evening. We enjoyed the hammock in the shade as well. Casa Sibilla has plenty of rooms and bathrooms as well as a television room and a roomy Italian kitchen which has a big oven. There is plenty of room to eat indoors as well as outdoors on the porch or in the garden in the sun or under the trees with a large party. The children loved to hunt for lizards around the house. The beach is 45 minutes, but the Sibillini National Park is much more interesting. From Casa Sibilla you can take a great trip to lake Fiastra and Gole Infernacio! Fermo is also a nice place to visit. For a very nice Italian food experience with a personal touch we can recommend Agriturismo Contrada Durano in Smerillo. Response: Thanks Carla! Hope to see you back in Le Marche again. Felix

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Prices for group size 14
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Low-Season	1 Oct 11	1 May 12	1100£ 1100	-	-	1 Week
Mid Season	1 May 12	1 Jul 12	1800£ 1800	-	-	1 Week
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