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Changeover day:
Sat
Access:
Car essential Nearest amenities: 3 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
Villa La Tartaruga Sabina offers more than a simple vacation. It offers a unique experience: the best of the countryside, the city and the Italian tradition in one location: convenient railway links and easy auto routes to Rome make it possible to combine the rustic tranquillity of a magical landscape with the excitement of the Eternal City.
The Micheletta family (who owns the villa) has always nurtured and shared the pleasure of gathering with friends in the countryside for the family's most important festive occasions. It is in this tradition that the villa was created. For the owner, sharing the family villa is a special opportunity to expose international guests to the pristine (and often overlooked) beauty of a land they love -- a mere stone's throw from Rome.
The family will organize, upon request, special cooking classes (Italian gelato, hand-made pasta, wood-burning-oven pizza), olive oil tasting, guided tours in the Sabina region and Rome, Italian language/culture special itinerary guided tours, and art work shops in villa.
Villa La Tartaruga Sabina is a rare find!
Swimming Pool and Front of the Villa
Living Room
Countryside View
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The Lazio region
Lazio is the region of Rome. Bordered by beautiful regions such as Tuscany, Umbria and the Tyrrhenian Sea, Lazio is notable for its history, art, archaeology, religion, food and culture.
30 km North of Rome, hidden at the heart of this wonderful territory, there is a jewel still untouched by mass tourism, the SABINA region: a magical and legendary land of hills clothed with olive trees and oak woods, embraced by the Apennine mountains and scattered with small medieval towns, castles and monasteries.
The proximity to Rome and its numerous cultural, natural and culinary itineraries make the Sabina region a unique holiday destination.
Rome / Palombara Sabina area
Palombara Sabina is a charming ancient town, only 30 min from ROME (by train or car). Built on a hill at the foot of mount Gennaro and surrounded by olive and cherry trees typical of the region, Palombara Sabina has everything tourists may need: stores, restaurants, post office, hospital, etc. Of particular interest are the old town centre with the beautiful Savelli-Torlonia castle on the top of the hill, and the Abbey of San Giovanni in Argentella.
30 min drive from the villa is the town of Tivoli, famous worldwide for two of the most beautiful villas of the ancient Roman era and the Italian renaissance: Hadrian's Villa and Villa D'Este both part of UNESCO's world heritage sites.
25 min drive from the villa is the Abbey of Farfa, an ancient marvellous Benedictine abbey of the VIII century.
Other interesting local activities and itineraries:
Landscape itineraries: Monti Lucretili Regional Natural Park: a great natural treasure that offers matchless landscapes, evocative walks and pleasant excursions (30 min drive from the villa). Mount Terminillo: "Rome's Mountain" is the gem of the central Apennine range, a must-see for the ski and hiking enthusiasts (1 and half hour drive from the villa). Nazzano Regional Natural Reserve: A truly special nature reserve that offers trails and observation shelters along the banks of the river Tiber, the "River of Rome" (40 min drive from the villa).
Recreational itineraries: Cretone Spas: A spa with pools of natural sulphurous water (5 min drive from the villa). Horse riding range (10 min drive from the villa). Sport fishing (5 min walk from the villa). Guidonia's Acqua Piper: the largest aquatic park in the region, full of entertainment for kids and adults (30 min drive from the villa).
How to get there
Fly to Rome FIUMICINO airport or CIAMPINO airport.
From Fiumicino airport rent a car and drive to the villa (1h and 15 min). In alternative, take a local train.
From Ciampino airport rent a car and drive to the villa (1h and 15 min).
From Rome city centre to the villa: Local trains every 15 min or easy drive (30 min).
* * Directions will be sent upon booking.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Fiumicino Leonardo Da Vinci: 70 km
Railway:
Pianabella di Montelibretti: 2 km
Ferry:
Civitavecchia: 100 km
Activities near Rome
Sports: Tennis in town Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Rural / countryside retreats
Facilities
Luxuries:
Sauna, Log fire, Internet access, DVD player
General:
Central heating, Air conditioning, TV, CD player, Telephone, Fax, Table tennis, Safe, Satellite TV
Single beds (2), Double beds (7), Cots (1), Dining seating for 18, Lounge seating for 26, Sleeps maximum of 16
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Tennis court on site, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden, Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: An inspiring work of architecture, the three-story villa was designed to evoke the lines and vision of the great American architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
Connoisseurs of refined Italian style will luxuriate in the grace and harmony of the villas design, delight in the versatility and practicality of its appointments, enjoy the stunning swimming pool, relax in the sauna, and find endless inspiration and beauty in its setting, just 30 min from Rome!
Lovely sliding glass doors line the villa's ground floor so that the Sabina region's majestic rolling landscape never ceases to beckon. Here, the interior provides an atmosphere of art, culture, and appreciation for the finest that modern design has to offer.
On the ground floor a beautiful windowed gallery leads to a separate suite of rooms that offers direct access to the garden. In the classical Italian tradition, three elegant verandas define the striking contour of the villa, providing the perfect outdoor environment for al fresco meals, drying off after a swim, or enjoying the magic of a late summer rainstorm as it gathers over the Sabina rolling hills.
Further details outdoors: Nestled in the idyllic rolling hills north of Rome, the villa is surrounded by 24 hectares of lush, fertile land, primarily dedicated to growing typical regional products: the famous olive oil and cherries. Within the plot and along its borders there are several country trails that are ideal for relaxing walks, horse back riding and mountain biking.
Nearly two hectares of lush English lawn replete with hundred-year-old olive trees, cypresses, cedars, orange and lemon trees dazzle the senses.
Strolling along the olive tree grove towards the rose garden you will come across sculptures created for the villa by renowned international artists. The stunning centrepiece is the 1,800 square foot swimming pool: a wonderful place to relax, with convenient adjacent changing rooms and a spacious, soothing sauna. The pool's bottom is a contemporary French art mosaic that extends the villa's turtle theme. Moreover, the pool has several festive light settings for the evening/night.
Amidst the splendour of the garden sits a charming gazebo, a wood-burning oven and a lawn bowling (aka "bocce").
Further details
English-speaking (also native English-speaking) representatives on hand to answer any questions. Swimming pool (seasonably usable from about May 1 until September 30). Meal service (general Italian and special Roman food) can be arranged, upon request. Special cooking classes (Italian gelato, hand-made pasta, wood-burning-oven pizza), upon request. Olive oil tasting and buying (with olive oil from the villa's Estate), upon request. Car (with or without chauffer), upon request. Guided tours in the Sabina region and Rome, upon request. Italian language courses in the villa, upon request. Art work shops in villa (by an American artist), upon request. Baby sitting (English, Italian or other languages) can be arranged, upon request.
Conditions
Smoking allowed only outside. Payment (by wire transfer): 40% when booking, remaining balance 30 days prior to arrival. Refundable breakages deposit of € 600 (cash) required on arrival, to be refunded on departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection).
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Mid Season
30 Aug 08
27 Sep 08
3000£ 2,419
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27 Sep 08
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2750£ 2,218
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1 Nov 08
20 Dec 08
2450£ 1,976
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20 Dec 08
10 Jan 09
3000£ 2,419
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Low Season
10 Jan 09
4 Apr 09
2450£ 1,976
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4 Apr 09
18 Apr 09
3000£ 2,419
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18 Apr 09
2 May 09
2450£ 1,976
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2 May 09
30 May 09
3000£ 2,419
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30 May 09
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3300£ 2,661
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High Season
27 Jun 09
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4200£ 3,387
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29 Aug 09
26 Sep 09
3000£ 2,419
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26 Sep 09
31 Oct 09
2750£ 2,218
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31 Oct 09
19 Dec 09
2450£ 1,976
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19 Dec 09
9 Jan 10
3000£ 2,419
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Preferred payment method: Wire transfer.
Refundable breakages deposit: 600.
Cost of electricity: according to usage.
Cost of heating (if necessary): according to usage.
Final cleaning: 15 per person, minimum total of 150.
Upon request:
Extra twin bed (max 2): 200 per bed weekly.
Maid service: 15 per hour.
Cook: 30 per hour + food/beverage cost.
Guestbook
We spended our wedding with our family and friends here, at wonderful La Tartaruga. Great thanks to our great host, who took care of us and supervised that everything went according to plans. Warm thanks for everything. Place is beautiful, weather was bright and sunny and service was perfect. It couldnt be better. Mikko & Kaisa, Helsinki, Finland (September 2008).
"We all so enjoyed our holiday at La Tartaruga - such a lovely spot, wonderful pool and spacious accommodation, not to mention that constant sun... You were a very kind and attentive host, which was much appreciated. Best regards and do let us know if you are ever in London. A big thank you from us all." Aline, London, UK (August 2008).
"Dear Giuseppe, So we're all back in london now, trying to settle back into our routines, the weather is not quite as good as it was...I just wanted to thank you so much for our holiday, we had the most amazing time, eating and more importantly, relaxing, which was in the main part, down to your hospitality, and your truly amazing villa, so, from all of us, a huge thank you!" James, London, UK (July 2008).
"Our stay at the Villa was like a second honeymoon. On one hand, there was the sheer beauty of the surroundings, hills and olive groves and ancient ruins. On the other, the proximity to Rome and other intriguing destinations in Italy....And our hosts were so gracious in every way!", Henry & Eva, New York, NY (July 2007).
"La Tartaruga Sabina is a magical place. My husband and I stayed there for our wedding anniversary, and could not have been more pleased. The scenery is breathtaking, and the accommodations are warm and welcoming. An added benefit is that you're a stone's throw away from Rome.", Kate, Brooklyn, NY (August 2007).
"Staying at the Villa was a totally pleasant experience. It was quite relaxing, the room was comfortable, and the landscape beautiful-spring flowers everywhere! We loved it." Louise & Joe, Pittsburgh, PA, USA (July 2007).
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