A wonderful base from which to explore this beautiful part of Italy. Quiet & peaceful, Villa Alto Cielo is very spacious, with generously-sized bedrooms, fantastic main bathroom, very comfortable sitting room and huge kitchen-diner opening out on to the fabulous terrace - to enjoy unparalleled views of the valley & mountains. Wonderful flowers & wildlife all around. It is very much a home and our hosts were super efficient, friendly & speedy in our communications. And generous with house essentials like soap, toilet paper etc. Much appreciated. If you want to experience the Marche region you would be hard-pressed to do better than be based in this stunning spot. Highly recommend!
We had a really nice stay in Villa Alto Cielo. Everything was as pictured and the scenery in the area is spectacular. Only downside was the that there was no A/C, which would have been nice during the hot nights.
We had the supreme pleasure of staying 4 weeks at this beautiful home in the hills of Le Marche. Located at the top of a long and winding road, the villa enjoys constant breezes, especially at night, which makes for glorious sleeping. The three bedrooms are all very spacious, and each has two large windows (unusual for traditional homes in Le Marche). The hall bathroom is uber large and beautifully outfitted with a walk-in shower featuring a large shower-head and GREAT water pressure! There is also a huge, luxurious bathtub for long soaks. The grounds and pool are gorgeous and beautifully maintained. The pool area is ample and gracious and the pool water is crystal clear. We were impressed by the large grassy areas - again, unusual for this part of Italy. There is a fabulous wrap-around terrace equipped with a large farmhouse table overlooking a classic Marche view of the exquisite patchwork of fields; we spent most of our waking hours on the terrace enjoying the meals we cooked in the large, well-equipped kitchen. I agree with other reviewers that this villa offers tremendous value for the price. We will definitely stay here again as soon as possible!
We absolutely do not recommend this rental. Our stay was a complete disaster. First of all, we were victims of a burglary in broad daylight while our child was sleeping in their room. The fence is not secured, anyone can enter. It was a terrifying experience that completely ruined our vacation. As if that wasnât enough, the pool pump was broken, making it impossible to swim in the sweltering 40°C heat. Worse the maintenance company said it is safe to go, but measuring the PH and Cl, values were not even in the range on the measuring tool !! With no air conditioning in the house, the atmosphere became unbearable. In summary, this stay was an absolute nightmare spending over 5.000 ⏠for 3 days on horror and 4 days on the road. Avoid this place at all costs! It is not safe.
Der Aufenthalt im Haus war entspannend.
Die KĂŒche war sehr gerĂ€umig und gut ausgestattet, allerdings besteht hygienischer Nachholbedarf und einige Utensilien könnten mal ausgetauscht werden.
Die Matratzen sind ebenfalls gut durchgelegen.
Es lĂ€sst sich dennoch gut 1 Woche im Haus aushalten, da die Gastgeber auch eine Vielzahl an DVDs und BĂŒchern, Spiele etc. zur VerfĂŒgung stellen um Regentage zu ĂŒberbrĂŒcken.
Das ganze Haus ist sehr ruhig gelegen und die ĂŒberdachte Veranda lĂ€dt zum Verweilen ein.
Auch die zugesandte InfobroschĂŒre zum Haus mit Unternehmungsmöglichkeiten war sehr hilfreich wie auch der freundliche Kontakt zu den Besitzern.
Fantastische locatie, huis kan niet vollediger zijn ingericht. Overstijgt het niveau vakantiehuis. Zowel binnen als buiten uitstekende verblijfsmogelijkheden. Boven alle ramen voorzien van horren en luiken. Waren met 2 personen maar een groter gezelschap kan hier ook prima verblijven. We komen absoluut terug.
De ligging van het huis - en het daarbij horende uitzicht - zijn gewoon schitterend.
Ook rond het zwembad zit je midden in de natuur.
De ruime kamers en de zeer goed uitgeruste keuken maken het verblijf bijzonder comfortabel.
De landelijke ligging wil zeggen dat je onderweg over enige strada bianca - onverharde wegen - zal rijden. Ook de oprit van het huis is strada bianca met een leuke helling ...
In de buurt zijn er mooie dorpen en stadjes, italiaans mooi, en je merkt dat die het allemaal hard te verduren hadden door de aardbeving van 2016.
Kortom - een echte aanrader
We hebben genoten van ons verblijf op deze schitterend mooie plek.
Zwembad heel schoon. Huis en omgeving echt landelijk dus dat moet je wel aanspreken.
Wij hebben heel erg genoten van ons verblijf. Een week voelde te kort!
We have just had a wonderful 2 week holiday at Villa Alto Cielo.
First off the information provided before our arrival was excellent - local knowledge in Le Marche is essential as this is not a tourist mecca which is part of its charm. The villaâs location overseeing a patchwork of fields with the backdrop of the Sibilini mountains is the highlight. Last 2 weeks in June felt like we were in a heatwave so the best time to sit and gaze at the view was first thing in the morning after a swim. Whenever we stay at villas we try and imagine the decisions made in its development. The house itself is perfect for families looking for peace, quiet away from neighbours. The decor reflects that this is Will & Bettinaâs home as does the extensive library available to peruse. For those who cannot live without social media - the broadband works perfectly well in the library. There were lots of towels available and the electric fans made the hot nights a little more comfortable. Take advantage of opening the screened windows as mosquitos donât miss an opportunity to do their mischief.
Outside the covered veranda is perfectly designed for some welcome shade in the day and sitting outside to dine, read and chill in the evening. The kitchen is a lovely size for cooking and when it gets too dark playing cards in the evening. The new BBQ is a welcome addition (and is positioned perfectly for alfresco dining) and the sausages, steaks and chicken purchased from Oasi in Tolentino were delicious. The pizza oven was used once and we managed some creditable pizzas - as indicated the oven is large and does take a while to heat up. The filter coffee machine was put to good use - but we could not find filters in any of the shops (either find some at home or improvise with kitchen towel).
The wildlife is interesting: of note were the Swifts who would swoop in and take a drink whilst you swim, the fireflies (first time I have seen them) and a hare came visiting. Sunflowers are out and there has been lots of agricultural activity - mostly cutting and harvesting but nothing intrusive. Do not be alarmed by the occasional hornet who comes exploring but is completely docile (nothing like the wasps in the UK) and the little scorpions who are quite happy to avoid you.
Sarnano is definitely worth visit and we managed a 5 course agriturismo experience. Donât expect anyone to speak English but you an get along with little Italian.
Das Haus ist wirklich sehr schön und in wunderbarer ruhiger Lage. Der nĂ€chste Nachbar ist so weit entfernt, dass man wirklich absolute Ruhe genieĂen kann. Ein Grund warum wir dieses Haus im Sommer 2021 fĂŒr unseren Familienurlaub ausgesucht haben (2 Erwachsene, 3 Kinder).
Das Haus wurde in den vergangen Jahren offensichtlich mit viel MĂŒhe und Aufwand renoviert. Auch die Einrichtung ist wirklich schön und liebevoll gestaltet. Man sieht, dass der Besitzer sich wirklich MĂŒhe gegeben hat, dem Haus einen individuell Touch zu geben. Hervorzuheben ist das sehr moderne Badezimmer mit offener Dusche. Auch der Pool ist sehr schön und in gutem Zustand.
Warum dann trotzdem nur 3 Sterne? Wir haben fĂŒr eine Woche in diesem Haus viel Geld bezahlt, deutlich mehr als wir in den vergangenen Jahren fĂŒr vergleichbare HĂ€user gezahlt haben. DafĂŒr hĂ€tten wir dann doch auch einen etwas höheren Standard erwartet. Man muss sagen, dass die schönen Fotos hier etwas blenden. Schon beim Betreten fĂ€llt auf, dass das Haus nicht wirklich gut gepflegt ist. Ăberall wimmelte es von Spinnen, Faltern, Mosquitos und anderen Insekten. Klar ist das auf dem Land normal, aber man hĂ€tte wenigsten kurz mal sauber machen können. Wir hĂ€tten uns Fliegengitter gewĂŒnscht, damit man wenigstens nachts die Fenster öffnen kann (es gab wirklich sehr viele Mosquitos).
Ebenso gab es an vielen Stellen kleinere MĂ€ngel. Wir hatten beispielweise MĂŒhe fĂŒnf vernĂŒnftige GlĂ€ser zu finden. Auch ein Sieb im Wasserhahn der KĂŒche wĂ€re ganz nett gewesen (lustige Wasserexplosion beim ersten Ausprobieren inklusive). BetĂ€tigt man den Wasserhahn oder die ToilettenspĂŒlung geht sofort im Obergeschoss eine Pumpe an, die nachts schnell die ganze Familie aufweckt. Das Dach des Pavillons am Pool gibt es auch nicht mehr... usw. usw.
Das sind alles Kleinigkeiten ĂŒber die man fĂŒr einen gĂŒnstigeren Preis vielleicht hinweggesehen hĂ€tte. Aber auch im Vergleich zu vielen anderen HĂ€usern, die wir in Italien schon gebucht hatten, ist das Preis-Leistungs-VerhĂ€ltnis in diesem Fall einfach nicht gerechtfertigt.
Met ons gezin van 5 volwassenen hebben wij genoten van deze mooie villa. Ruime slaap- en badkamers, grote keuken met alle voorzieningen, living, geen airco maar wel overal ventilators, een verfrissend zwembad met zachte ligbedden, (er had iets meer schaduw mogen zijn), een overdekt terras zodat we steeds buiten konden eten met een heel mooi uitzicht. Echt een aanrader...
Wir verlebten eine wunderschöne Woche bei herrlichem Wetter in San Ginesio. Die Ruhe, die Aussicht auf die Berge, den schönen Pool, die gepflegte AuĂenanlage, den Pizzaofen, die FrĂŒchte des Gartens, das in GĂ€nze top ausgestattete Haus genossen wir sehr. Die Empfehlung in der NĂ€he beim Winzer Wein zu kaufen war genial. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Einziges Manko, die vielen MĂŒcken und am Abend auch die Hornissen.
We spent two weeks here at the end of August, enjoying the extraordinary tranquility and beauty of this place and the surrounding nature. The house is spacious, well-kept and very well equipped. From the terrace there is an excellent view of the landscape around and the Sibillini mountains in the distance. In the gardens, thereâs plenty of butterflies as well as birds (even the colorful bee-eaters) and bats at night. We spent quite some time at the great pool, enjoying the sun and the water and were lucky enough the find the fig trees full of delicious fruits. Sitting at the terrace in the morning, having a coffee and reading a book was as wonderful as swimming in the pool at dawn.
It is not far to the mountains for wonderful walks to Lame Rosse or Gola dellâInfernaccio or for taking a dip in Lago de Fiastra. We went to see the beautiful city of Ascoli Piceno, visited Loreto, Tolentino, the Frassasi caves and of course the adriatic beach at Sirolo. Thereâs plenty to do and if one doesnât want to travel too much one can always climb the little slope behind the house, walk to the large wooden cross at the top and enjoy the magnificient view (or fly a kite as we did).
All in all a perfect place, easy to book, with plenty of recommendations on what to do and what to see. If thereâs questions or need for help the owner or the local facility management were easy to reach and they responded within a really short time. We highly recommend this place !
We spent lovely sunny 12 days at the Villa and its' surroundings. Easy to recommend for this property as well Marche area as whole. Especially the pool area of the Villa is absolutely spot on. I think we spent most of our time there :)
The information and details about the property were accurate and it was easy to deal with the owner.
Great way to spend your vacation in Italy!
Beautiful rural property Very well equipped with a fantastic pool and gorgeous views.
We had a fantastic week at this very well appointed villa. 3 good bedrooms with beautiful kitchen diner, and spacious lounge. The swimming pool is fantastic and the views are outstanding. The villa is about 10 mins drive to nearest restaurant We used the BBQ on several occasions cooking the excellent pork & beef from the local butchers washed down with a glass or two of wine from Le Marche. The only slight downside which nobody can do anything about are the tiger mosquitos affecting Italy and the Med, Bring some repellent and cover up when possible.
We highly recommend this villa for a comfortable relaxing holiday in Le Marche.
Vi havde en dejlig uge i huset, som ligger i fantastiske omgivelser. Vi brugte en del tid ved poolen, som er et must, hvis man har bÞrn med. Hyggeligt omrÄde ude under halvtag ved kÞkkenet, hvor man kan sidde ud ogsÄ om aftenen eller hvis det regner. Inde er der rigeligt med plads, det er godt indrettet og pÊnt og nyt. Vi fik god vejledning fra udlejer i god tid, sÄ vi vidste, hvordan vi fandt huset. OgsÄ gode anbefalinger i forhold til indkÞbsmuligheder og spisesteder. Alt i alt en skÞn mulighed for at slappe af og tage et break fra hverdagen, samtidig med at der var mulighed for at tage pÄ ture rundt i lokalomrÄdet. For os var det en fordel at udlejer var dansk, og vi vil klart anbefale huset til andre.
When it comes to value for money you won't get better than Villa Alto Cielo. The house is a credit to Bettina and Will. Very comfortable, Spotless, modern with all you need for the perfect vacation. The pool area is excellent with plenty of loungers and a lovely little shaded pergola for when the sun gets too hot. The outside area is perfect for meals, barbecues and a late evening glass of wine with the fireflies.
The scenery is stunning, the pictures don't come close to the real thing. The closest restaurant is in Camporontondo, Stefano is a lovely host with good english, great food. There are several foodie restaurants in the house book supplied, visit as many as you can, none will disappoint. We will return again, a thoroughly enjoyable holiday.
John H.
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We, Will & Bettina, are an English/Danish couple who met in Le Marche over twenty five years ago when working as campsite reps by the coast. We have put everything we love about Italy and Le Marche into a smart, very liveable holiday home that is perfect for entertaining and relaxing. We visit the house several times a year but have it carefully managed during rental periods. You will see our love of film, music and fashion displayed on the villa's walls.
For us it was all about "Location, location, location" and Alto Cielo was the most beautiful spot we had seen in over three years of house hunting in Le Marche and Puglia. There was even a handy gap in the trees at the bottom of the land where we could build a pool with a rather splendid view!
The villa offers a high degree of privacy yet is surrounded by the daily life of rural Italy.
When we get to the villa we love to sit in the garden with a glass of Verdicchio and take in the views and the tranquility. Every time we say "We never want to leave"!
We love to come to the property either on our own or with friends and family and just do our own thing. The stresses of city life immediately melt away.
We love the fact that we have the villa and pool all to ourselves and can do whatever we want, when we want! The house has generous spaces and is very "liveable"!
The kitchen and shaded terrace are built with hospitality in mind but excellent restaurants are just a short drive away.