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The Hideaway - Il Nascondiglio
villa - house
- Number of bedrooms
2 - Number of bathrooms
1 - Number of floors
1 - Sleeps
6
| Pets - Yes | Smoking - No | Wheelchair - Yes |
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The Hideaway From The Pool -
Your Apartment Entrance -
Outside Dining Under The Gazebos -
The Well Equipped Kitchen -
Your Living Room -
Your Master Bedroom -
Nearby Town of Amandola
Property description
Looking for your ideal, relaxing holiday, a chance to get away & experience the 'real' Italy? Well, at The Hideaway we provide all you need for your perfect break.
Our lovingly restored farmhouse apartment is set in a peaceful wooded valley between Amandola & Comunanza & is surrounded by nature, with views to Montefalcone & beyond.
Recently renovated to a high standard, we have combined traditional local materials such as cotto floor tiles, beamed ceilings & wooden shutters with modern day necessities like double glazing & central heating for your comfort.
At The Hideaway we provide everything to ensure you have an enjoyable stay including extra touches like fluffy bath robes & toiletries.
Set in 2.5 acres, there are both shady & sunny areas of the garden for you to enjoy, for BBQing, relaxing on the hammocks or lazing in the pool.
Nature lovers will be amazed with eagles circling overhead, bird song all around, deer, wild boar & porcupines nearby & the spectacular stars at night. Sample the delicious local cuisine & of course wine & visit one of the many local colourful festivals.
With hill-top towns to explore, museums, theatres, mountain walks & endless outdoor activities, there really is something for everyone.
Entrance:
You enter your apartment through your private loggia, with table and chairs, ideal for dining in the warmer months.
Bedrooms:
Your romantic master bedroom with cosy double
bed & luxury bedding has dual aspect views over Montefalcone & wooden beams & shutters for a peaceful nights sleep. Also included is a safe, hairdryer & fluffy dressing gowns.
The second bedroom has a single bed with a sofa bed for a sixth guest if needed.
Bathrooms:
Your bathroom has a shower, wc, wash basin & complimentary toiletries.
Kitchen:
The separate fully-equipped kitchen has an electric oven, four burner gas hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, toaster, electric kettle, cafetierre, plenty of glassware, crockery & cooking utensiles & a dining area.
Additional dinng areas are available otside, under your loggia and in the garden, under the gazebos.
Living Rooms:
With it's own private entrance via the covered loggia & an area for al fresco dining (perfect for dining out or relaxing with a glass of wine in the evening), you enter the living room with comfy armchair & double sofa bed, satellite TV, DVD, CD player, games cabinet & books for your entertainment. There are lovely views over the garden, to the valley beyond.
Cleaning/towels/linen/maid Service:
For stays of more than 7 nights, all towels & linen are changed at the end of your first week.
Your rental includes a final cleaning of the apartment, but as our turn-around time is tight on changeover days and our standards of cleanliness are high, we would appreciate if you could leave the apartment the same as when you arrived. Thanks.
Utility room:
There is a washing machine next door, with airer, iron & ironing board & a weekly use is included. If you require more than one wash a week, a small charge will be made of any additional use.
Outside:
The Hideaway nestles in 2.5 acres of woodland & gardens, with beauiful views over the ever changing colour of the wooded valley. Tranquil & relaxing, eagles circle overhead whilst in May & June you will be amazed by the fireflies glowing in the night sky.
If you love star-gazing, again you will be stunned as on a clear night there is no light polution! Woodpeckers regularly visit the walnut tree & there are figs for you to pick & fresh herbs all round.
Outside there is a terrace for sitting in the sunshine & our large garden provides both sunny & shaded areas for relaxing, reading & BBQing or swimming in the pool. The circular above ground pool is 5.5 m diameter and 1.22 m deep all round -ideal for cooling off in in the heat of the summer.
There are hammocks to chill out on & delightful walks along our nearby quiet country lanes.
We also have two mountain bikes available for your use (subject to availability), a boules area & many outdoor games for your entertainment.
We live in the house next door & can be reached easily if you need any help or advice .
Sleeping capacity:
Apartment 1 can sleep 2 to 6 guests
Please Note:
Smoking is allowed but outside only please.
Wheelchairs - There are 2 small steps up to the front door, but once inside, the apartment is all on one level.
Property amenities
Furnishings/Luxuries: Beach Towels, Heating, Linens Provided, Mountain View, Patio, Porch/Lanai, Screened Porch, Tile Floors
Appiliances: Coffee Maker, Full Refrigerator, Grill/BBQ, Hair Dryer, Iron, Ironing Board, Microwave, Stove, Toaster
Electronics: CD Player, DVD Player, Internet Access, Satellite TV, Stereo
Recreation/Activities: Biking Nearby, Canoeing Nearby, Cross-Country Ski Trails, Fishing Nearby, Games/Toys for Kids, Hiking Nearby, Historic Area Nearby, Horseback Riding Nearby, Hunting Nearby, Pool (Shared), Restaurant Nearby, State/National Park Nearby, Swimming, Tennis Nearby
Transportation: Airport Transportation, Reserved Parking
Activities: Mountain biking, Skiing
Other amenities: Mule Trekking, quad biking, quided walks, skiing, tennis,
Rates
485 - 665 EUR
/week
Rates details: 1 January - 18 March €485.00 EUR P/W
18 March - 24 June €530.00 EUR P/W
25 June - 23 Sept €665.00 EUR P/W
24 Sept - 23 Dec €530.00 EUR P/W
24 Dec - 2 January €665.00 EU EUR P/W
BOOKING AT THE HIDEAWAY
A deposit of 25% secures your reservation, with the balance due 6 weeks prior to the start of your holiday.
You can send a bank transfer in Euros or Stirling, or pay via credit or debit card through Paypal or by cheque. Please enquire for further details.
Full confirmation will be sent to you upon receipt of your deposit along with details of how to find The Hideaway.
Changeover day
Where ever possible, we will be flexable with your changeover day, but during the peak season, lettings normally run from Saturday to Saturday.
Additional information
Our Surroundings:
Our beautiful surroundings are tranquil & relaxing & there are different areas of the garden for you to explore. Facing south, the garden has sunshine all day. There are hammocks under the shade of the acacia trees - perfect for chilling out & listening to the bird song.
The gazebo area has seating for eight & a BBQ & fire pit. We have a new little olive grove, fruit trees & vegetable garden - help yourself to any of the home grown veggies & herbs.
Our new pool area provides welcome relief in the summer months & we have outdoor games & two mountain bikes for you to use.
If you feel like wondering further afield, our beautiful area is delightful in every season.
In the Spring, the magical carpets of flowers on the mountains of the Sibillini National Park are simply stunning. With wild orchids, narsissi, cyclamen and violets, they are a photographers delight.
The mild temperatures make exploring, cycling & hiking in the mountains easier than in the heat of the summer. Although not practiced by Italians until July & August, it is usually warm enough to swim in the Adriatic, without the obligatory Summer crowds & the relentless rows of sun loungers!
There are many markets to visit and festivals all around - you will even find a Frog Racing Festival nearby & plenty of Easter Celebrations to attend. Any rain tends to come in a brief shower and there is still snow on the mountain tops. The Spring blossom of almond, cherry and apple and fresh greens of the new tree growth are just beautiful.
The Summer months are warm and sunny, with very few rainy days. Usually the rain comes in a brief storm at the end of a hot day and it is fantastic to watch the lightening over the mountains and the unusual cloud formations. We find it a little cooler here than on the coast and certainly less humid, with a slight breeze from the Sibillini Mountains. Usual Summer temperatures in July and August range from 32oC - 42oC and the evenings are cooler and fresher.
The Summer is festival time in Le Marche and events occur nearly every day. The Templer Festival in Castignano is stunning with plays, fire-eaters, musicians and market stalls around every corner. With the town converted to a scene from Medieval times, you graze on Medieval food and drink the delicious wine at many of the street stalls. Find out how paper was made, see pots being thrown and play the fun games of the times.
The Sarnano Festival will amaze you as stiltwalkers dance on the old cobble streets amonst fireworks, music and light. It is just magical!
Not to be missed is the Quintana in Ascoli Piceno on the first Sunday in August. With a colourful mix of costumes, flag-throwers, drummers, horses, falcons and musicians, the procession which preceeds the jousting tournament is amazing. Starting in the main piazza and carring on through the streets of Ascoli, this festival which dates from the 9th Century is certainly worth a visit!
The temperatures in the Autumn are ideal for hiking, walking or cycling in the Sibillini Mountains. The ever-changing Autumn colours are simply stunning & offer photographic opportunities all around. Or why not try a mule trekking trip.
Visit the Amandola Theatre Festival in September amongst many others. Autumn festivals include: Apiro & Fermo - Sagra della polenta, Montecassiano - Sagra del Pesce (fish), Cupramontana & Arcevia Sagra - dell'uva (grapes) in the Verdicchio wine country, Piandimileto (near Urbino) - Mushroom fair, Lapedona (near Fermo) - Sagra del Vino Cotto (don't miss this one!)
Then there is the grape harvest in September and a visit to our local winery is a must. With an interesting museum of old wine making equipment and huge vats, you will be shown how the wine used to be produced many years ago and the modern way of production . After which there is the complimentary wine tasting - try the Vin Cotto - it's delicious!
November is the olive harvest and a visit to the local press in an interesting experience. With truffles a local speciality, there are festivals aplenty - try the fair at Sant'Angelo during the last three weekends in October or at Acqualagna during the last three weekends in October & the first three weekends in November.
The crisp snowfall of Winter is perfect for skiing or snowboarding at our nearby resort of Sassotetto. With beginners slopes, slopes for children and intermediates, there is plenty of choice and over 17km of runs.
For the non-skiing guests, the walking at Sassotetto is stunning, with 360 degree views of the mountains and a visit to the vast plains of Castelluccio is amazing.
There are still plenty of festivals to visit in the winter months and the Nativity or Presipeo (which originates from Italy) features in every village and town. The 'live' nativity in Comunanza is beautiful, when the old town is whisked back to the days of Christ, with candlelight, music, animals and scenes of rural life. The final view, as you wind your way through the town, is the nativity, complete with donkey, ox, sheep, Mary, Joseph, wise men, shepherds, angels and of course the Baby Jesus.
Winter flavours of Le Marche include tagliatelle with wild boar, rabbit stew, truffles and you must try Vin Brulee - the delicious Italian version of mulled wine!
On a sunny winter's day there is nothing more revitalising than a bracing walk on the Adriatic, when the beaches are desserted and the waves crash in. Try Pedaso, Grottamare and Villa Rosa, some of our favourite resorts along the coast.
Owner Information
Name: sarah topps
Telephone: 0039 3469698482
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