Fano holiday apartment rental, Metaurilia with walking, beach/lake nearby, balcony/terrace, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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Residence La Lanterna (apartment)

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AUTUMN/WINTER
This is a centrally heated cosy but spacious 2 bedroom ground floor apartment which has been furnished to combine practicality with comfort. It is ideal for a family of 6 (7 with cot) or for friends sharing as it sleeps 6 comfortably. In addition, it does not feel too big for couples. It is ideally placed next to countryside and coast, for those who enjoy walking and is also ideal for those who are less energetic and more interested in relaxing and enjoying the local food and wine. (Truffles are available from October)

SPRING/SUMMER
Built in 2006 this cool apartment has good insulation from heat, and has high ceilings. The large rear terrace reached by double doors has a large wooden table and chairs for al fresco dining or relaxing. The small front garden terrace has a cafe table and chairs for quiet contemplation over a glass of wine or two. Situated in a quiet residential area next to open farmland, the apartment is easy to access as it is on the ground floor with no steps to reach the apartment.
It is only 5 minutes walk from a lovely beach popular with local families, whic has full facilities including a small play area and safe paddling area for small children and volley ball area for older children. Further beaches are within 3 minutes drive.
The apartment is in the local community of Metaurilia which has a Grocery Store, Church, Hairdresser, Restaurant, Cafe Bar, Tobacconist, Paper-shop, and late-night Bar, and Bus Stop all within a few minutes walk.

Panoramica Adriatica (Pesaro to Gabbicce Monte)	Torrette Beach 3 mins by car
Panoramica Adriatica near Pesaro

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The Marche / Abruzzo / Marche region

LE MARCHE
The apartment is situated in Le Marche province which is rich in culture, charming hill towns and villages, fantastic food and friendly people. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty with designated park and nature areas. Of course this area of the Adriatic coast is also famous for it's 180 kilometres of beaches. For example the well known sandy beach resorts of Rimini, Gabbicce Mare, Pesaro, Fano (5 minutes drive), Senigallia, and in the south of the region Monte Conero which has rocky coves and limestone cliffs. However there are lots of smaller beaches close at hand.

SLOW FOOD MOVEMENT
This area is well-known for its fantastic food, and the 'slow food' movement and you will be spoilt for choice!
There are many small towns and villages to explore inland and Gradara, a beautiful example of a hilltop fortress, is within a short drive. Enjoy a romantic al fresco evening meal at one of the small ristoranti in Gradara. There are numerous wonderful restauarants without having to drive far.

CULTURE
The Marche is an unspoilt yet cultured part of Italy. Pesaro, the region's capital and birth place of composer Giocchino Rossini is only 20 a minute drive from the apartment. You can visit the Rossini Opera Festival in Pesaro in August. There are lots of opera and classical music concerts in this area. Also nearby and within a bus ride is Urbino, a medieval hilltop university town well worth a visit. The Republic of San Marino, Venice and Verona are also near enough for a wonderful day trip. Assissi, the birth place of St Francis, is in this area. The Frassassi Caves are quite spectacular and worth a visit.

THE TRUFFLE SEASON (OCT OT DEC) ATTRACTS MANY TOURISTS TO THE AREA. Le Marche region is famous for its prized white truffles. 'Tuber magnatum Pico' is one of the area's most sought-after treasures, and if you're here between 1 October and 31 December you can try it for yourself freshly dug from the ground. The centre for the truffle trade is Acqualagna in Pesaro-Urbino province, and handles around two-thirds of the entire Italian wholesale truffle business.

TEMPERATE WEATHER
The Marches has a mild climate with sunny skies and bearable temperatures, especially in spring and early autumn. The busiest and hottest month is August when the Italians come to the coast to enjoy the beaches. You will enjoy a number of outdoor festivals and concerts organised during the peak periods, which ensure that tourists are treated to a wealth of local culture, sights and sounds.

DAY TRIPS
Italy's transport links are well developed and it is possible to drive to Rome in approx 2 and a half hours. Venice,Verona and San Marino are also easily accessible for a day trip. Get the bus to Urbino, which is really worth a visit. Go into the Sibbillini mountains and foothills to enjoy nature at her best and admire the beautiful scenery. Take a car and explore some of the local villages inland, where time has not spoilt tradition.

Fano / Metaurilia area

THE BEACH
The apartment is a 5 MINUTE WALK FROM THE BEACH. You can nip back for lunch and a nap which is ideal for July and August, especially if you have young children and want to keep them out of the sun between 12 and 3pm. If you want to stay on the beach there are two eating places to choose from.

There are beaches all along this coast and you could visit a different one every day if you wished without travelling for more than 10 minutes. The local beaches are very friendly and are used by local families.

For young people interested in the more popular beach resorts try Rimini or Senigallia, where you will see all the local talent showing off their 'bella figura'.

EATING OUT OR IN YOU WILL FIND FANTASTIC FRESH LOCAL FOOD
The local area boasts a number of excellent restaurants, the nearest being 2 minutes walk away! There are numerous restaurants within a five minute drive that won't disappoint you, and the area is well-known for fish.
Marrotta has a wonderful fish restaurant 'il gatt' overlooking the beach which is popular with locals - always a good test! 'il Portico' is a 5 minute drive south and is highly recommended! 'Gambero Rosso' serves a wonderful shell fish rissotto - I could go on!!
Being only a 10 minute drive along the SS16 from Fano and Senigallia the nearest towns, and 20 minutes from Pesaro, the apartment has easy access to even more excellent restaurants, shops and historic centres. Head to Fano Port and Beach area and you can't go wrong! There are also numerous local beach areas which have eating places in the summer and you really will be spoilt for choice in this area.
There is a IperCoop hypermarket 10 minutes drive south which has all the food you could ever want including fresh fish, meat and pasta if you are cooking at home, and there is also a local shop within 5 minutes walk. There is a small shop on the right just over the bridge in Metaurilia which sells fresh local produce direct from the farm and local wine which is good and cheap.

ICECREAM
You cannot fail to be impressed by the Italian ice-cream made on the premises by artisan producers. Go to Marrotta and sit in the Gelateria overlooking the beach and enjoy an icecream or Campari and soda whilst watching the sun sink in the sky. I defy you not to enjoy it!!

OUTDOOR LIFE
The apartment is right on the edge of the countryside and this area is very popular with cyclists and walkers. The Sibbillini mountains and nature reserves are easily accessible by car. Get out the map and explore the local towns and villages by foot or bicycle.

CULTURE
The area abounds with places to see. Urbino is a fantastic Medieval Hill Town which is well worth a visit and you can get a bus there if you wish. Gradara Castle (and war cemetery) is also on the doorstep. Opera lovers can visit the Rossini Opera Festival in Pesaro in August and take a look around his home, which is only 20 minutes drive along the coast. Inland there are numerous hill towns and villages to explore, which retain their original character and way of life.

Fano was an important port and crossroads in Roman times and the attractive old centre retains its character with many fine Roman buildings. The Harbour (il Porto) attracts both locals and holiday-makers, head for the sea and harbour area for a stroll (passegiata) along the water front with the locals as per tradition or have dinner in one of the many restaurants here.

WATER PARKS AND OTHER AMUSEMENTS
For families there are many water-parks in Riccione and Rimini beach areas for a fun day out. In August there are lots of free street entertainments in the seaside towns. Fire-eaters, jugglers, fireworks, music etc.
'Italy in Miniature' is another amusement park in the area.

TRUFFLE FAIRS FROM OCTOBER TO DECEMBER are a highlight of the region in the Autumn.

FESTIVALS
JULY - Fano - Jazz By The Sea
JULY 27 to August 12 - Macerata - 43rd Open Air Opera Festival
JULY - Ancona - Klezmer Music Festival
AUGUST 8 to 21 - Pesaro - Rossini Opera Festival, Barber of Seville etc.
ALL YEAR - Music and Opera in Fano, Pesaro and Ancona

EATING EVENTS (SAGRA)
Almost every town and village has these events where they present the speciality food of their town. They are ongoing in different towns and villages during the summer months - ask at the Tourist Information Office in Fano, Senigallia or Pesaro for details.

FUN
Fano has a famous Street Carnival in February - see Fano website for details and photos
August, third Sunday - Urbino - Festa del Duca
August , first Sunday - Ascoli Piceno, further south - La Quintana, 'authentic' medieval jousting

AVAILABLE NEARBY
CINEMA (OPEN AIR CINEMA IN FANO IN SUMMER), MUSEUM, HISTORICAL SITES, THEATRE, OPERA, FESTIVALS, RESTAURANTS, BEACH, BOAT TRIPS FROM FANO, WINDSURFING, FISHING, BICYCLE HIRE, INTERNET ACCESS IN FANO, BANK, SUPERMARKET, PHARMACY, BUREAU DE EXCHANGE,

How to get there

* Cheap flights with RYANAIR from Birmingham to Bologna, from Luton and Stansted to Rimini or Ancona (transfer 50 mins)
* Mid week flight bargains are available and also if planning well in advance
* Hertz and other car hire available at airports and it is an easy journey by car along the coast road A14
* Eco Friendly - as the main railway route runs North to South following the coast you could take a train to Marotta Station (5 minutes drive away from apartment) from other parts of Europe if you prefer
*Ancona has a major Ferry Port and you could travel to here from other parts of Europe and Greece and continue by rail or car to Fano

Activities near Fano

Facilities

Further details indoors:
* Brand new apartment in excellent order
* Open plan living/kitchen/dining area
* Ground Floor easy access (no steps to access apartment)
* Stays nice and cool in mid-summer
* Full central heating for winter warmth
* Fully equipped kitchen
* DVDs, CDs, books and games for guests use

Further details outdoors:
* Large and small terraces for al fresco dining/relaxing
* Private parking and garage available if desired
*Quiet location next to open countryside
* No steps from parking area means easy access to reach the apartment
* Hotel/Restaurant, Church, Cafe-Bar, Late Night Bar/Club for Italian karaoke (except August), Hairdresser, Grocery Shop, Tobacconist, all within 5 minute walking distance. Another Restaurant 15 minute walk down country lanes or 3 minutes in car.
* Local Bus Stop within 3 minutes walk (pre-purchase tickets from magazine kiosk next to Church)

Further details

*English speaking person available if urgent help needed

* No steps from car parking space to reach apartment and terrace. However the apartment does not have
disabled facilities

* Information on local area provided

* Local Ristorante - 'il Portico' has easy access with wide doors and no steps, not to mention wonderful food!

Conditions

* Pets only allowed by prior agreement
* Strictly no smoking inside - only allowed on terrace
* Deposit of 30% on booking and full payment requested 8 weeks before departure date
* BARGAIN FLIGHTS - Ryanair and Easyjet.Fly to Ancona or Rimini (both nearest), Pescara and Rome. Birmingham to Bologna.
*Book flights early for best prices, flights are cheaper mid-week

Rental rates

Prices for group size 6
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Rest of the Year	9 Mar 09	1 Jul 09	430£ 430	100100	100100	Flexible
July 2009	1 Jul 09	1 Aug 09	500£ 500	0-	0-	1 Week
August 2009	1 Aug 09	1 Sep 09	530£ 530	0-	0-	1 Week
Rest of Year	1 Sep 09	1 Jan 10	430£ 430	100100	0-	Flexible

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Rest of the Year	5 Sep 08	1 Jul 09	325£ 325	7575	7575	Flexible
July 2009	1 Jul 09	1 Aug 09	400£ 400	0-	0-	1 Week
August 2009	1 Aug 09	1 Sep 09	480£ 480	0-	0-	1 Week
Rest of Year	1 Sep 09	1 Jan 10	325£ 325	7575	0-	Flexible

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Rest of the Year	5 Sep 08	1 Jul 09	250£ 250	5050	5050	Flexible
July 2009	1 Jul 09	1 Aug 09	350£ 350	0-	0-	1 Week
August	1 Aug 09	1 Sep 09	380£ 380	0-	0-	1 Week
Rest of Year	1 Sep 09	1 Jan 10	250£ 250	5050	0-	Flexible

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

I AM NOT AVAILABLE TO TAKE BOOKINGS FROM 15 JUNE TO 22 JUNE 2009

THE ABOVE RATES ARE FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN AGE 8 AND OVER. REDUCED RATES APPLY FOR CHILDREN AGE 7 AND UNDER, PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR DETAILS

A holding deposit of 30% is required on booking and the balance requested 8 weeks before start date.

A breakages deposit of £100 is payable and will be refunded to you after the apartment has been checked over..

Guestbook for Residence La Lanterna

We walked to the beach all but one day and went to the one under the bridge and left. My husband raved about the food at lunch there. The water was perfect for our 10 month old grandaughter.
Thank you once again I will recomend your place without hesitation. Jill Frusciante - August 08

We went to il Portico restaurant twice, it was the best around, the staff were friendly and it was obviously popular with Italian families. We had a day in Urbino and Senigallia, all good. I will get in touch with you about next year. C Baker - August 2008

We had a wonderful time in Italy, and your apartment was perfect for our family. We enjoyed our time - and the kids especially going to the beach. We also appreciated all the personal contact that we had previously to our stay. I would recommend your apartment and the place - don't hesitate to forward contact or use any quotes!
C Voss - July 2008

We had a lovely time staying in your apartment, thank you. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed. The countryside at the back was lovely for walks and much enjoyed by our dog. Perla - May 2008

We did enjoy our stay at your apartment. With reference to the interior all was of excellent standard - Adrian Pattinson April 2008

Our week in your Italian flat was pretty near perfect - Feb 2008 - D Foulser

'Thank you for the use of your lovely apartment' - July 2007 - L Perez

Just to let you know we had a wonderful time. The apartment is lovely. We found ourselves spending the days on Torette beach with the other holiday makers with their brightly coloured sun umbrellas and we ventured in Fano and Pesaro in the evening to eat and luckily there was a festival on Sunday night in Fano with parades,fire eating, etc. The food was delicious and the ice cream was awesome. I didn't hear another English voice till I got to the airport yesterday! - August 2007- L Allen

Thank you for your wonderful apartment. We truly enjoyed our stay! The children loved the beach.
Sept 2007 T Bley

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