Macerata holiday villa: Monte San Martino

Villa Il Melo - Lovely farmhouse 5-bed / 5-bath with pool 45mins from sea & ski

Description Villa, 280 m²,
5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, 5 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet
Facilities near the sea, rural, pool, garden, terrace, TV
Rates per property (GBP)
£400/night 
£900 - £2,500/week 
Duncan & Chris Grant
+44 (0)1625-821993
+44 (0)7777-650145
Speaks: English, French, Italian

Photos and Description of this Macerata holiday villa 'A perfect family retreat' - Daily Express March 7, 2009

Il Melo (the Apple Tree) is a large stone and brick farmhouse set in wooded grounds filled with walnut, fig, olive and apple trees and running down to the river Tenna. There are views to the hill towns of Monte San Martino, Penna San Giovanni and Falerone as well as, across the neighbouring cherry orchard, to the Sibillini Mountains National Park. Built in the late 1800's by the Mancini family, the house was owned by them until 2008. The restoration has been carried out by local craftsmen to the highest standards to create an ideal rural retreat yet with easy access to nearby towns, mountains and beaches. With a 12 metre pool, 5 en suite bedrooms, living and dining room, sitting room and library as well as fully equipped kitchen and full underfloor heating, Il Melo provides a tranquil holiday base for exploring the 'golden triangle' of the southern Marche. It is ideal whether you want summer sun or winter snow. (Adriatic beaches and ski slopes are both a 45 minute drive away)
Macerata villa rental - The 12m pool is just a few steps from the house

The 12m pool is just a few steps from the house

Macerata villa rental - A shady spot for al fresco dining

A shady spot for al fresco dining

Macerata villa rental
Macerata villa rental - Luxury kitchen (SMEG range and granite surfaces)

Luxury kitchen (SMEG range and granite surfaces)

Macerata villa rental - 12 Meter pool is a few steps from the house

12 Meter pool is a few steps from the house

Macerata villa rental - Stylish sitting room

Stylish sitting room

Macerata villa rental - Dine in style with seating for up to 12 people

Dine in style with seating for up to 12 people

Macerata villa rental - Relax in comfort

Relax in comfort

Macerata villa rental - Cosy but spacious Eau de Nil bedroom

Cosy but spacious Eau de Nil bedroom

Macerata villa rental - Black & white room with romantic four poster bed

Black & white room with romantic four poster bed

Macerata villa rental - A perfect setting - Il Melo is circled

A perfect setting - Il Melo is circled

Macerata villa rental - A shady spot for eating out

A shady spot for eating out

Location: Macerata in Italy

Nearest Airport: Ancona at 100 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Tolentino or Macerata at 40 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: SS77 Macerata at 30 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 35.0 Kilometres
Car: necessary
Nestled in a valley on the edge of the Monti Sibillini National Park, Il Melo is in the commune of Monte San Martino. Nearby are many fine restaurants serving fresh local produce and there are lively markets in Amandola, Sarnano and Comunanza. Every town also has festas celebrating their local speciality. Monte San Martino is famous for its art gallery and beautiful churches with stunning paintings by the Crivelli brothers. Macerata, the provincial capital, has one of the largest open air opera houses in Europe. Ascoli Piceno is a must if only to sip a coffee in the Piazza del Popolo. The Marche is like Tuscany and Umbria were before the crowds came and offers wonderful opportunities for walking, horse riding and cycling or just chilling and get the feel of the real Italy. A few miles away is Italy's principal shoe and leather-goods making area with numerous outlets such as Tods, Prada and Geox. The Adriatic coast has a wide range of resorts and wonderful seafood.

Availability for this holiday villa rental in Macerata, Italy

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Rental Rates for this holiday villa in Macerata, Italy

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night
Weekend
Night
Minimum Stay
Autumn 31 October 2009 - 18 December 2009 £1,100 - - 1 Week
Christmas / New year 19 December 2009 - 08 January 2010 £1,775 £400 £400 3 Nights
Winter 09 January 2010 - 26 March 2010 £900 - - 1 Week
Easter 27 March 2010 - 16 April 2010 £1,775 - - 1 Week
Early spring 17 April 2010 - 20 May 2010 £1,200 - - 1 Week
Spring / early summer 21 May 2010 - 09 July 2010 £1,775 - - 1 Week
Summer 10 July 2010 - 26 August 2010 £2,500 - - 1 Week
Late summer / early autumn 27 August 2010 - 29 October 2010 £1,775 - - 1 Week
Autumn 30 October 2010 - 17 December 2010 £1,200 - - 1 Week
Christmas / New Year 18 December 2010 - 07 January 2011 £2,500 - - 1 Week
Winter 08 January 2011 - 01 April 2011 £1,000 - - 1 Week

Additional information about rental rates

  • ********* CHRISTMAS AT IL MELO *********

    For the first time, Il Melo is available at Christmas and New Year in 2009. It truly is a magical time to stay in the Marche and, with underfloor heating throughout, you'll be warm and cosy too. There's also the chance of skiing and sledging in the nearby Monti Sibillini.

    The special Christmas / New Year introductory rate is
    £1775 per week or £400 per day (minimum stay 3 nights)


    ********* EARLY BOOKING SPECIAL OFFER *********

    BOOK BEFORE 31 DECEMBER 2009 AND GET 10% OFF SECOND AND SUBSEQUENT WEEKS IN 2010
  • A deposit of 20% is required at the time of booking with the balance payable 8 weeks before the date of arrival.

    A refundable security deposit of £300 is also required with the balance payment and is repayable after the visit.

    Once the booking has been confirmed and the deposit paid, it cannot be cancelled so you are strongly advised to have adequate travel insurance in particular to cover risk of enforced cancellation.
  • Rates include cleaning at the end of stay and, for stays of more than one week, weekly changes of bedlinen and towels. Additional cleaning is available. Guests are expected to leave Il Melo as they found it (bins and fridge emptied, crockery / pans clean etc.), however a walk away service where we do all that is also available. To book these additional services and for rates, please enquire.

    To protect the environment and promote responsible energy use, heating costs are not included - a refundable heating deposit of £100 per week will be added to bookings covering October to April. At the end of the visit actual usage will be checked and a repayment will be made or the extra amount invoiced.

    • EU residents should have EHIC health cards for all members of their party and non-EU visitors need medical insurance.

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday villa rental in Macerata, Italy

Property Type:
  • villa (detached)

Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering

Floor Area:
  • 280 m²

Location Type:
  • near the sea
  • rural

Theme:
  • historic
  • family

General:
  • safe
  • local maps
  • towels provided
  • central heating
  • toilet paper
  • local restaurant guide
  • alarm clock
  • local activities guide
  • linen provided

Kitchen:
  • dish washer
  • freezer
  • washing machine
  • oven
  • microwave
  • fridge
  • clothes dryer

Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 12 people

Dining:
  • dining area
  • highchair
  • seating for 12 people

Bathrooms:
  • 5 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet
  • Eau de Nil - en suite - Bidet, Jacuzzi, Toilet, Bath (no shower), Hydromassage bath
    Red - en suite - Bidet, Toilet, Shower Enclosure
    Yellow - en suite - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, Bidet
    Black & white - en suite - Bidet, Toilet, Shower Enclosure, With steam & chromatherapy
    Pink - en suite - Bidet, Toilet, Bath (no shower)
    Ground floor - Toilet, Access from house & garden / pool
    Pool area - Outdoor Shower

Bedrooms:
  • 5 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 10 people
  • Eau de Nil - 1 Large Double Bed
    Red - 2 Single Bed
    Yellow - 2 Single Bed
    Black & White - 1 Large Double Bed
    Pink - 2 Single Bed
Entertainment:
  • stereo system
  • DVD
  • TV

Outside:
  • parking
  • outdoor grill charcoal
  • garden
  • terrace
  • barbecue
  • parking off street
  • patio
  • 6 garden chairs
  • 8 deck chairs
  • 2 bicycles

Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
  • private pool

Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome

Local Activities:
  • mountaineering
  • walking
  • swimming
  • horse riding
  • ski
  • cycling
  • mountain biking
  • tennis
  • fishing

Onsite Equipment:
  • beach towels

Notes: Midweek changeovers may also be possible. Most of the ground floor consists of an L-shaped area with kitchen, dining and sitting areas. French windows at each end of the house allow a good flow of air and thick stone walls keep it cool. A separate sitting room, also on the ground floor has an open fireplace. In this room also are TV/DVD and games console (with games). The locally made kitchen has granite work surfaces and top quality appliances including SMEG range cooker, AEG fridge freezer and Siemens dishwasher. The washing machine is located in a separate boiler room at the rear of the house. The whole house has been renovated with a view to minimizing environmental impact. As well as using local materials and suppliers wherever possible Il Melo has the latest insulation and high efficiency underfloor heating as well as solar panels for water heating (backed up by natural gas.) The 12m pool features an electric safety cover and a shallow area especially for young children

Further details for this holiday villa rental in Macerata, Italy

Activities: We can also arrange activities (such as hill walking, horse riding, wine tasting, opera, shopping trips, with or without guide) - let us know what you want to do and we'll do our best to fix it for you. Prices by arrangement.

Skiing and winter sports: Several ski areas are just a short drive from Il Melo, including Bolognola, Sassotetto and Santa Maria Maddalena (the latter has a ski school.) Even closer, Servigliano often has an outdoor ice-skating rink in the piazza in December and January (check for exact dates) - an absolutely magical way to spend a winter evening.

Dine in Style: Il Melo is great for cooks and food lovers alike. The fantastic, fully equipped kitchen is just begging to be used. And if you love cooking but don't have the time to enjoy it at home then making a delicious dinner or baking with the kids while on holiday is a wonderful pleasure. And if you fancy a change from cooking or eating out but still want to try the best local food, we can offer fine dining at home thanks to our two professional chefs. Rita’s family has lived here for generations and she cooks real local food for you using authentic ingredients, many of which she grows herself. Pauline brings a touch of the new world having worked at the Sydney Hilton as well as running her own coffee shop. They can arrange a welcoming meal for your first night, a grand dinner for a special occasion, ready prepared food for you to put in the freezer or just about anything else you need. And they can also do cooking demonstrations for children or adults. Ask for details

Other Activities: cookery classes/workshops, truffle hunting, painting

Learn more about this holiday rental at the owner's website:

Reviews for this holiday villa rental in Macerata, Italy

Rating
5 out of 5

Truly Magical

Tomato Queen Villa Il Melo, Italy
Review Submitted: October 4, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
We have just returned from a wonderful ten day stay at the Villa Il Melo and we would like to tell you how truly magical our stay was. The sun was hot, the pool was cool, the scenery was stunning, the wine was mellow and the tomatoes were sweet. What more could you want? The Villa is luxurious from the fabulous bathrooms to the rich fluffy towels. The kitchen is fitted out with every gadget you could want (and more) and all the china etc is of the highest quality. The kids (Alex 11, Annie 7) loved the freedom that the villa offers, they were able to swim in the wonderful pool both day and night as well as wander down to the nearby river where they played, dug up clay beds and found dead snakes! The views from the bedrooms are beautiful and as you look round you in the morning you know you are in for a wonderful day. We ate plums and figs from the trees and feasted on eggs and tomatoes provided by the wonderful neighbours. We ate in some lovely local restaurants (very italian!) and went on a couple of trips to small towns nearby (you absolutely need a robust car to get around in) but to be honest we didn't really feel the need to travel far as the place was so lovely and we were finishing off our holiday in Rome.

Go on give yoursel a real italian holiday, go to Il Melo and enjoy the dolca vita!
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Rating
5 out of 5

New Year in The Marche

Regular traveller Manchester
Review Submitted: January 15, 2009 Date of Stay: December 2008
My wife and I visited Villa II Melo over the New Year 08/09.
The accomodation was first class, everything is provide, and was new and modern, with the underfloor central heating the whole house was warm and cosy inspite of the cold nights.
Skiing at Sasso Tetto was easily accessible about 3/4 hour away, the slopes were limited when compared to the Alps but the prices reflected this, very good value, a great place to learn to ski. We had exellent snow conditions.
The area was interesting with hill towns with exellent restaurants. We plan to return in the summer
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