We had a great time! Property great, pool lovely. We were in the region to attend our daughter's wedding in Rome and we didnt want to rent an apartment in the centre. Paola and Mario's house was perfect. We drove and parked at Villa Borghese in the underground parking. About 35/40 minute journey but you walk straight out by the Spanish Steps and you can cover all the sights on foot if you want or take a tour/metro. Note the local station near to the property is closed for renovation.You need to go to Montebello for trains or buses into Rome if you dont want to drive. Theres some great pizza places in Castelnuovo di Porto. Best one for us was closest to the house. IO Mangio. Im gluten free and they made a proper wood fired pizza for me. Our whole family loved it there. Great view from the rear terrace. Massive thank you to Paola for her help and suggestions. Grazie Mario!
My family absolutely loved our stay. Greeted with a smile and a warm hug. A very clean, quiet villa on the countryside away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Rome. There are multiple train stations near the area my family used to go into downtown Rome to enjoy the sites. Was nice to catch the train back nd spend time drinking wine and eating cheeses in the garden area. Kids loved the space and the grounds around the home. Planning on retuning in the near future
Just spent a lovely week here as two families of four with teenage children. A very warm welcome from the hosts who were very helpful throughout our stay, advising on places to visit and eat and offering to make dining reservations. Villa was very spacious, clean and well equipped. Had everything we needed. Pool area was excellent with plenty of seating options. Easy to travel to Rome from the train station which was a short walk away. The villa is within walking distance of the town with a choice of places to eat yet very private. Would highly recommend!
A small part of heaven on Earth, complete with two angels. Paulo and Mario are the best Vrbo hosts I have ever had. The home and gardens are indescribably beautiful. Everything was immaculately clean including the pool. All of the comforts of home are available. This was our first stop in Italy and we did not yet appreciate how wonderful this place was, especially the air conditioning for each of the bedrooms. The small village is a 10 minute walk away with lots to see and do. We spent one whole day there, then made two day trips into Rome. It is about a 30-45 minute ride to a paid parking lot, then ride the Metro into the historic district. One night we shopped for groceries, grilled out steaks and had fresh pasta. We loved having the privacy of the place to ourselves, the coolness of the pool after a hot afternoon of site seeing, the peaceful Italian country side early in the morning, the option to walk to the small medieval village for gelato, a short ride to Sacrofino for dinner a Da Tonino, or the convenience for a full day of site seeing in Rome. There is no way I could fully describe how wonderful this place is or how much we enjoyed ourselves. You should definitely stay here when you come to Italy. I know I will next time I come. Ciao!!
Wonderful in every way with a superb pool and garden!
We have just returned from a wonderful holiday at Paola and Mario's idyllic villa. We were looking for a quiet holiday home near enough to Rome to be able to travel in to see the sights but far away enough to be able to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside. Paola made us welcome from the get-go (even though we arrived after a very late flight) and was always on hand to offer any assistance. The bedrooms are big and air conditioned and the kitchen has everything you need. The jewel in the crown was the pool and its grassy space around it which was were we spent most of our time - It was absolutely perfect for our family holiday! Paola and Mario were extremely discreet and we had the entire area to ourselves but they were likewise always on hand in case we had any questions. I really cannot recommend this villa highly enough!
This charming property is lovely as are its' owners. Paola couldn't have been more accommodating and kind to us. She went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable and even went so far as to accompany my parents to the pharmacy and town doctor. The kitchen is well equipped and lounge space very comfortable - cable TV, Bose speakers, comfy couch, dining table. All is tastefully decorated. The location is perfect as you can walk to town for a meal or the train station for a 35 minute ride to downtown Rome. The only downside was some of the bedrooms had lesser quality mattresses than others and another updated shower stall would improve the property. All in all we loved our time at Castelnuovo and would go back!
Our family loved our stay at Paola's villa! It was great to be able to escape the city every day and come back to such a beautiful, quiet place. It was incredibly hot while we were there, so the pool was a perfect escape from the heat - very clean and the perfect temperature.
Getting to and from Rome.was a breeze. The train takes about 50 minutes to get into central Rome. The schedule can be hit or miss, but we were able to just hop on a bus instead.
The town of Castelnuovo was also amazing. Everyone was so kind and helpful. There are great restaurants in walking distance of the villa and a mini mart and fresh fruit stand where you can get anything to you need. The coffee shop, bakery and mozzarella shop near the train station can't be missed.
Paola was an amazing host - very kind, super helpful, and great recommendations. Seriously the best host we've ever worked with.
We have arrived back from a ten day holiday at this property. Mario and Paola were exceptional hosts. They accommodated all our needs throughout our stay. On arrival we were greeted by them who showed us around their lovely home and left some essentials including appetisers and wine which was a lovely touch!
We were a party of 9 with four children age 9 months to 7 years old. The property is a well appointed traditional italian home and close to the main town which is walkable about 15 minutes. There are a few shops/restaurants closeby which can be reached in around 5 minute walk. The road/drive to the main street from the property was a little harder to reach with a buggy so we chose to drive this and park at the train station which was free.
The pool was kept spotless and is at a different level to the house. This keeps it private although it can feel like a long way if you keep having to nip back to the house! We loved the fact the pool had a shallow section which our children played in for most of the time.
Overall we had a fantastic holiday and thank you to both Mario and Paola for being great hosts!
Paola and Mario are the best hosts one can get. They are there when you need them, otherwise you hardly notice that they live at one end of the house. The house is huge. There was space for everyone if you wanted to read or, unfortunately, take part in work related teams meetings. The train connection to Rome is very convenient, only a few hundred meters from the house to the station. The restaurants in the village are mainly pizzerias but in Rome you can find all types restaurants. A few times we prepared meals at the house and ate them at the big table in the garden. The pool is a must when the temperature is above 30*C daily. We all enjoyed the pool very much.
Rauhallisella paikalla oleva talo, ilman lÀhinaapureita, silti kÀvelymatkan pÀÀssÀ Castelnuovon keskustasta. Talo on rinteessÀ, hienot nÀkymat vastapÀisille kukkuloille. LÀhistöllÀ on Rooman lisÀksi paljon nÀhtÀvÀÀ, esim. Tivoli, Calcata ja Bracciano-jÀrvi ovat ehdottomasti vierailemisen arvoisia. Myös Castelnuovo di Porton vanha keskiaikainen keskusta kapeine kujineen on hieno.
Talossa on kaikki mitÀ voi tarvita, keittiö on hyvin varusteltu. YhtenÀ iltana söimme talolla isÀntÀperheen valmistaman ja tarjoileman, erittÀin runsaan ja herkullisen italialaisen pÀivÀllisen.
Omistajapariskunta asuu saman talon pÀÀdyssÀ mutta se ei haitannut lainkaan, pÀinvastoin. Tullessa meitÀ odotti iltapala pöydÀssÀ katettuna, ja Paolalta saimme hyviÀ vinkkejÀ paikallisista nÀhtÀvyyksistÀ. Muuten heitÀ ei nÀkynyt emmekÀ mekÀÀn ilmeisesti heitÀ hÀirinneet vaikka aika meluisia olimmekin.
We hebben genoten van een zeer smaakvol ingericht huis, de bloemrijke tuin, een prachtig zwembad en enorm aardige gastheer en vrouw. Bij aankomst voelden we ons echt welkom. Gastheer/vrouw waren attent maar niet opdringerig; erg prettig! Qua lokatie ligt het zeer gunstig t.o.v. Rome en de kust. Het centrum van Rome is ook in een half uurtje prima te bereiken met de auto is ons gebleken. We waren zelf met 5 personen; huis is zeer geschikt om met 2 families te vertoeven. Een aanrader waar we zeker nog een keer terug gaan komen.
Bardzo polecam piÄknÄ willÄ w Castelnuovo di Porto. Jedynie godzina drogi pociÄ giem do centrum Rzymu. WĆaĆciciele domu sÄ wspaniaĆymi, ciepĆymi i bardzo pomocnymi ludĆșmi. Bardzo dbajÄ o czystoĆÄ domu, basen i ogrĂłd. ZdjÄcia bardzo dobrze oddajÄ piÄkne wnÄtrza willi. Bardzo dobry stosunek jakoĆci do ceny.
Dear Paola, Thank you once again for your hospitality and help.
Looking for a holiday home near Rome. Look no further.
What a fantastic place to stay. I'm not only talking about the house, which by the way is very beautiful, but especially about the owners Paola and Mario. They're warm and very welcoming and will do whatever they can to make you feel at home. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back!
We have rented Italian homes on many visits to Italy. This home affords you an outstanding opportunity to stay in a beautiful home in a quaint village north of Rome. Paola and Mario are outstanding hosts and welcome you to enjoy your stay in a beautiful Roman country villa. Easy train ride to Rome and wonderful eateries in the village of Castelnouvo di Porto. This will be the first of many more visits to this lovely home in the Roman countryside. Thank you Paola and Mario.
Me and my family went to visit Rome and stayed at Paolaâs villa. The house is amazing and Paola, the owner is very attention to all details.
I would return anytime.
Thanks for all.
Daniel.
Excellent property for the 8 members of our family. Our only complaint was that our visit was too short. Beautiful country location but yet very close to the city. The villa is located next to a preserve and you can sit out with a glass of wine and never tire of the views. But the best part of the villa was Paola, the owner. She was extremely prompt to answer any questions, recommend a place to eat AND she cooked a meal for us one night. What a great experience!! She looked after us like we were her own family. Her and her husband's hospitality and the villa made the Rome part of our trip fantastic! Also the restaurant she recommended was great. When my family returns to Rome, Castelnuovo di Porto and the villa will be our place to stay.
This villa has it all â fantastic countryside valley views, easy access to downtown Rome, classical Italian aesthetics and wonderful warm hearted hosts. Situated in the historic medieval town of Castel Nuovo di Porto, (with one of my favorite pizzerias just off its main square) the villa, called Residenza Fontana del Giglio, is situated just down a short country lane off Via Flaminia, about a 20 minute drive from the center of Rome. If you are like me and wish to avoid Rome traffic, There is also a direct train line about 4 minutesâ walk from the villa, which takes about half an hour to Piazza Flaminia (adjacent to Piazza Del Populo and Via Del Corso, one of the main shopping streets in the very heart of Rome). I have been vacationing in Rome since I was born, and this is by far the best place I have ever stayed at. The owners of the villa are great hosts â Paula is an elegant and very affectionate Italian Signora, and her husband Mario, a loveable and entertaining host. I might also add that the booking lady, Loredana, is courteous and efficient.
Edwin Bryant
Professor of Philosophy
Rutgers University, NJ USA
Edwin B.
10/10 Excellent
michela m.
12 janv. 2019
Natale a Roma con la mia famiglia
abbiamo soggiornato in questa bella residenza piena di spazi e di verde.
Comodissima la vicinanza con la stazione ferroviaria, ci si arriva a piedi, e in poco tempo si Ăš nel cuore di Roma senza dover prendere la macchina.
Belle stanze, arredate con gusto, due cucine attrezzate di tutto e pulizia. Il suggestivo camino del salone superiore ha reso la nostra cena di Natale intima e raffinata allo stesso tempo.
Gentili i proprietari che ci hanno mostrato dove eventualmente cenare la sera o prendere un aperitivo, simpatica e molto disponibile la Sig.ra Loredana che ci ha assistiti in tutto.
Assolutamente da tornarci e da consigliare!
Siamo una Famiglia Austriaca di origine Italiana che viaggia durante le feste per raggiungere i parenti . Durante il nostro lungo viaggio abbiamo deciso di prenotare questa Fantastica Villa vicino Roma. Una scelta fortunata perchĂš non ci aspettavamo una casa cosĂŹ lussuosa e piena di Charme.
Paola e Mario i proprietaria della Villa ci aspettavano per darci il benvenuto . Una casa accogliente , molto familiare . Lusso e confort in ogni stanza. La Villa Ăš immersa in un giardino meraviglioso . Camere da letto ampie e luminose , cucina attrezzata per ogni esigenza, qualitĂ e lusso negli arredi. Siamo rimasti molto soddisfatti e contenti di trascorrere questi giorni qui.
Ci sono due camini nella casa e le nostre serate sono trascorse in relax .
Molto importante il collegamento con la vicina Stazione del piccolo paese. Vi consigliamo di lasciare la vostra macchina nella Villa e raggiungere tranquillamente il centro della cittĂ utilizzando il comodo treno locale . Arriverete esattamente nel cuore del centro storico in pochi minuti.
Vi consigliamo questa bellissima villa e la gentilezza dei proprietari ,sempre sorridenti e disponibili. Grazie mille anche a Loredana la responsabile prenotazioni che ha facilitato il nostro arrivo con preziose informazioni.
CONSIGLIATISSIMO !!!
Grazie
Sara Daniel Federico e Samy