Sun-Kissed Green Heart

Sun-Kissed Green Heart: Marche

Hidden in the lush greenery of the Colfiorito plateau, this elegant villa lies in a small village between the Italian regions of Umbria and Marche. Fill that need for luxury and solitude, and surround yourself with the breathtaking vistas of the Italian countryside. Enjoy your own infinity pool, with plenty of space on the terrace and across the vast gardens for alfresco dining, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a plunge in the pool. With bedrooms sorted into five suites with their own bathrooms and living rooms – two with a double and single bedroom, and three with double bedrooms – everyone will have more than enough room to stretch their legs. There is even a cinema room with a projector and a basement playroom for children. Go for a game of ping pong under the lush canopies of the trees, or let the kids play in the gardens while you catch some rays on the row of sun loungers. The historic Art Nouveau style sets this villa apart, and its roots in the local area are apparent from the village chapel attached to the back of the home.

When it comes to exploring the local area, you're in for a treat – you'll already be immersed in the surrounding village, and you'll be just a short drive from the main shopping centre where you'll find some fantastic local restaurants and bars, as well as a supermarket for all the essentials you might need during your stay. A little further afield you'll be able to get on the highway and take a day trip to some of the culture-rich cities of the regions of Umbria and Marche.

Home truths:
*There is a parking area on the lower level of the garden with space for up to seven cars – due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your holiday
*This home is spread over three floors without a lift, and there are twenty stairs to reach the front entrance
*The swimming pool here is open from the last Saturday in April to the first Saturday in October
*There is an outdoor shower here
*One of the bathrooms here is accessed via an outdoor entrance
*One of the three entrance-level bathrooms here is accessible for disabled guests
*Bed linens and towels are provided for free by your host
*There are dedicated desks at this home for those hoping to get some remote work or study done here