Looking for your ideal, relaxing holiday, a chance to get away from it all & experience traditional, rural Italy? Well look no further because at The Hideaway we provide everything you need for the perfect break.

Our recently restored Italian farmhouse sits in a beautiful, peaceful valley between Amandola & Comunanza, in the Le Marche countryside. All your needs are catered for, from our self-catering apartment to our well appointed bed & breakfast rooms.

Relax in a hammock or laze in the swimming pool, with 2.5 acres of garden and trees, there are plenty of areas to chill out in!

We are ideally located for exploring this stunning area, whether you fancy a revitalizing mountain walk in the Sibillini National Park, with inspiring views round every corner or a trip to the sandy beaches of the Adriatic.

There is the skiing nearby in winter & year round hiking to suit all ages. And don't forget all the picturesque hilltop villages to explore & museums & churches to visit.

With myths & legends, history and tradtion, there really is something for everyone in this delightful unspoilt region of Italy.

All our traditional rooms are fully equipped to make your stay a home from home. Much care and attention is taken to provide just about everything you need for a perfect holiday, however optional extras can be arranged to suit your requirements.

Car Rental
Without doubt, the best way to see the most of this beautiful countryside is to rent your own car. With the freedom to go when and where you like, you can see so much more on your holiday. We can give you advice on the more reasonable rental companies located at all the major airports.

Activities
Excursions, including day trips, paragliding, mountain walks, mule trecking, skiing and various other activities within a short drive from Villa Conti. Some of these can be pre-booked if you would like us to. Please ask for further information.

Two-Centre Breaks
For an extra special trip, why not combine a short trip to the Eternal City, followed by a relaxing break at The Hideaway. We can suggest convenient accommodation in Rome and even book it for you if you require.

Bike Hire
Whether you are an extreme cyclist or just like a little gentle excercise, mountain bikes can be rented locally and are excellent way to explore the surrounding countryside. To make life easier for you, a complimentary bike rack for the back of your car is even included for the duration of your rental. Again we can pre-book these activities for you.



Itinaries
We can suggest many delightful driving routes, walking itineries and cycling routes in the local area.

Booking
Self-Catering - A deposit of 25% secures your booking, with the balance due 6 weeks prior to your arrival date. A security bond of £100 will be required for your bookings, which will be refunded after checking your apartment on your departure. We can hold a provisional booking made by email, but then please send your deposit to the address we provide. On receipt of your deposit we will send an email confirmation, together with detailed instructions on how to reach us.

Arrival and Departure Times
Lettings usually run from Saturday to Saturday for the apartment, but please contact us to check availability as we will be flexible to suit your needs. With Ryanair flight cheaper mid-week, why not book a short break from Monday to Thursday for example - please enquire for prices and availability.

Check-in time is from 3.00pm and we would appreciate a departure time of 10.30am.

There is no minimum number of nights stay for the bed and breakfast rooms.

Please Note
* We welcome families but please note that young children should be supervised at all times when at The Hideaway, as there are hard floors, sloping grounds & steps.

* Please make sure you arrange your own holiday insurance as travelling without this is unadvisable.

* Whilst we do our very best to ensure a peaceful stay with us, you may experience the usual sounds which occur in the rural countryside, such as chickens, a tractor or a dog barking! There are no main roads nearby and as we have our own lane, there are no problems with noises (or pollution!) from traffic.

SELF-CATERING APARTMENT:

Your recently renovated, two bedroomed 17th Centuary farmhouse apartment sleeps up to 4 guests. Carefully restored with a tasteful mix of traditional materials combined with all the modern day necessities you may need. The apartment has traditional cotto flooring, beamed ceilings & wooden shutters, a fully fitted kitchen, bathroom with shower, Sky TV, CD player & DVD player.

The well equipped fully-fitted kitchen has dining for four & dual aspect views of the gardens & loggia.

Your romantic master bedroom has luxury bedding, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, coded safe, towels, hairdryer & views over the beautiful countryside.

The second bedroom has a single bed with a single sofa bed to sleep a fourth guest if required. We also have available a cot and highchair for ouy younger guests.

Your bathroom has WC, shower and complimentary toiletries.

Outside there are 2.5 acres of garden for you to explore, your own private covered loggia, ideal for dining al fresco, gazebos, hammocks, outdoor games and of course our new swimming pool.

A welcome pack is included along with extra touches for a memorable stay.

Everything is provided to ensure a relaxing stay with us - just bring your camera!

Included in the Apartment :
Bath towels & fluffy bathrobes
All luxury bedding
Hairdryer & Coded Safe
Tea-towels & washing up liquid
Toilet rolls
Microwave
Kettle & Caffetierre & Toaster
Herbs and spices
Cooker - electric oven and 4 ring gas hob
Iron and ironing board
Fridge and freezer
A selection of books, an Italian Dictionary & a local lnformation pack
A selection of Cd's & board games
Garden games, umbrellas and free loan of mountain bikes for your to explore around (subject to availability)
Use of the BBQ & garden hammock
A weekly clean of the apartment
Normal use of gas and electricity
Sun loungers, Picnic hamper & blanket
Swimming pool now available!


BED & BREAKFAST ROOMS:

Whether you are looking for a romantic room with a bath, a private retreat with relaxing terrace, or a room overlooking the peaceful garden, there really is something for everyone at The Hideaway.

The combination of tastefully decorated rooms & rustic Italian charm, will make your stay with us a memorable one. With cosy beds & luxury bedding, everything is provided to ensure a comfortable, relaxing stay.

All rooms include complimentary toiletries, fluffy towels, bathrobes, coded safe, CD player with radio & alarm clock, tea/coffee making facilities & a hairdryer.

After a peaceful nights sleep, you can even wake up to have your Italian breakfast served on your own terrace or under the gazebo's then stroll round the gardens, have a dip in the pool or relax in a hammock before your day of exploring.

The Hideaway is located in a quiet valley in Villa Conti, a peaceful little village between Amandola (6 miles) & Comunanza (2 miles) in Le Marche, Italy.

The attractive spa town of Sarnano is only 15 miles away and we are ideally situated for both the ski resorts at Sassotetto and the beaches of the Adriatic (both within a 40 minute drive).

Nothing can be more beautiful, whatever the season, from the crisp snow in the winter to the Sibillini National Park with its carpet of Spring flowers. The wide sandy beaches of Grottammare and San Benedetto are so inviting in the Summer and the Gola dell’Infernaccio makes a stunning Autumn ramble.

Ancient hilltop villages are perched upon craggy cliffs waiting to be explored, deep gorges with icy waterfalls, wild flowers of every possible colour and wildlife all around.

Our nearby town of Amandola has a beautifully porticoed main square where you can sit outside one of the cafes and enjoy a coffee before wandering up through the old town's cobbled streets to view the stunning Monte Sibillini.

Opened in 1994, The Monti Sibillini National Park covers nearly 2 million acres with some of the highest mountains in the Appennines, (Monte Vettore being the highest at 2,476m). The park offers walks of all levels to some of the most delightful yet least discovered areas in the whole of Italy.

From the huge expanse of the Piano Grande, a vast natural plain surrounded by mountains to the Gola di Infernatio with it's stunning waterfalls and sheer rock faces, to the high mountain lake Lago di Pilato, where according to legend Pilate's body was dumped. Legend tells us how Pontius Pilate, whilst awaiting execution, asked that fate decided his final resting place. His corpse was sent unescorted from the gates of Rome on a wagon. The oxen made their way to the Sibilline Mountains, straight up to the lake, where they dived in and disappeared. Small rare shrimps turn the lake pink in the summer months - some say it represents the blood of Pilate!

So, if you are looking for a tranquil place full of legends and history, where by day you are surrounded by beautiful scenery and eagles circle overhead and by night the fire flies dance in the darkness of a warm summer evening, well look no further - Welcome to Le Marche.

10 Reasons to visit this stunning area in the Autumn & Winter!

1. Cheaper flights with Ryanair to our local airports including Ancona, Pescara, Rimini, Forli (Bologna) & Rome.

2. Beautiful Autumn colours to photograph in the Sibillini National Park.

3. Experience cooler temperatures than the Summer months but still plenty of sunshine!

4. Visit colourful festivals and markets selling seasonal regional produce.

5. Get out and recharge your batteries with fresh mountain walks and activities.

6. Try our fantastic local restaurants serving seasonal traditional meals.

7. Explore crowd-free beaches.

8. Visit a local winery and try some delicious excellent wines.

9. Go skiing in the winter months at our nearby resort of Sassotetto

10. And last but not least, take advantage of our off-peak rates, with prices starting at only £395 per week for up to 4 guests - no hidden extra's

Flights......
Flights to Ancona or Pescara (our nearest airports) from the U.K are daily and we can arrange to pick you up from the airport (for an extra charge), or have your rental car waiting for you when you land.


Routes Include.....
London Stanstead to Ancona (1 hr 30 mins to The Hideaway)
London Stanstead to Pescara (1 hr 20 mins)
London Stanstead to Bologna - Forli (2 hrs 45 mins)
London Stanstead to Rome - Ciampino (2 hrs 30 mins)
Nottingham East Midlands to Rome - Ciampino (2 hrs 30 mins)
Nottingham East Midlands to Rimini (2 hrs 25 mins)
Liverpool to Rome - Ciampino (2 hrs 30 mins)


Rail and Ferry Links.....
From Northern Europe there excellent rail links, including the fast overnight trains and car trains.
Our nearest port at Ancona has routes to Croatia and Greece. (Did you know Ancona was founded in around 390 BC. Its name is a modified translation of the Greek word for "elbow". Originally, the harbor to the east of the town was protected only by the promontory on the north, shaped like an elbow)!

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Self-Catering

Season Total Price Per Week
21/03/08 - £395.00
30/06/08

01/07/08 - £495.00
21/09/08

22/09/08 - £395.00
21/12/08

22/12/08 - £495.00
02/01/09

03/01/09 - £350.00
21/03/09

22/03/09 - £395.00
30/06/09

01/07/09 - £495.00
21/09/09

22/09/09 - £395.00
21/12/09
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B&B

Season Per Room Per Night
21/03/08 - £50.00
30/06/08

01/07/08 - £60.00
21/09/08

22/09/08 - £50.00
21/12/08

22/12/08 - £60.00
02/01/09


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