Castor & Pollux

Occupying a secluded hilltop location in the Le Marche hills, this spectacular 18th-century villa offers you and your party an unmatched opportunity to relax and unwind, far removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

With five rooms split across two separate apartments (one on the ground floor, and one on the first), the home offers the ideal getaway for a couple of families to holiday together while maintaining a degree of privacy. In addition, it would also work for a multi-generational group looking for a place where gran and grandad can seek out a secluded spot when the kids get a bit boisterous.

Life in Le Marche is best enjoyed outdoors, and this home packs in plenty of alfresco amenities. With its pool surrounded by sun loungers, an outdoor kitchen (complete with a pizza oven) and a dining area that sits beneath the cloudless skies, you're able to make the most of the rare countryside air, even if you've been tasked with making lunch that day.

Feeling energetic? Head inland to the mountains for a day of hiking through unspoiled landscapes, or racing down hills on bikes. Fancy a lazy day? Drive twenty minutes to the Adriatic coast to enjoy a dip in the ocean. Want to live like a local? Discover the medieval hill town of Macerata, 18km away.

Home truths:
*Access to the home is via a private entrance
*A car is a necessity when staying here
*During the high season, cleaning and linen change will be carried out once a week
*There are bedrooms on both the ground floor and first floor, so it may be suitable for those with limited mobility