Info and Description: Casa Vacanze near Pesaro Urbino in Marche, Urbino

In the middle of Italy, between the mountains of the Apennines and the Adriatic coast, lies a region full of hidden beauty: the Marches, where olive groves, grain fields and vineyards stretch out across green hills and densely forested mountain ranges. Not far from the Renaissance city Urbino, between the Cesane Mountains and the... See More

In the middle of Italy, between the mountains of the Apennines and the Adriatic coast, lies a region full of hidden beauty: the Marches, where olive groves, grain fields and vineyards stretch out across green hills and densely forested mountain ranges. Not far from the Renaissance city Urbino, between the Cesane Mountains and the Metauro River, lies a house in the middle of a valley.

A magic place that has been inhabited from the Middle Ages to modern times, then abandoned - it fell into ruin and oblivion. Rediscovered almost 20 years ago, my mother patiently rebuilt it. Step by step, stone by stone. Next to a small stream, amidst mulberry and cherry trees, maples, elms and oaks. Surrounded by roses and blue vine, among lavender, rosemary and thyme. A place of longing for peace and relaxation. 

Historically, the building is divided into a north and south house. The north house has a separate entrance, a fully equipped kitchen with fireplace, two wonderful bedrooms and a lush bathroom, always with a beautiful view. The small loggia and several terraces invite you to linger around the house.

The spacious garden borders on the fields we cultivate organically, which merge into a nature reserve. Our vegetable garden delights us with fresh herbs, olive oil, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Honey, truffles, bread wine and cheese are produced by local farmers in neighboring valleys.

Explore the Mediterranean beauty of the surrounding hills and juniper forests: numerous hiking trails take you to hidden ruins and high plateaus. A turquoise-blue river flows trough the „Gola del Furlo“ nature park and pleases us with refreshment on hot summer days or after a climbing route.

Fresh sea air blows on the cliffs and sandy beaches from Pesaro to Sirolo. Urbino, the 'Città ideale', was once a cultural centre of the Italian Renaissance and has attracted artists and literates from all parts of Italy since the 15th century. But along the
the hills of the surrounding countryside, there are plenty of small towns, markets and monasteries to discover.

About us: After our studies in Vienna, Chris and I moved to the countryside. Here in the Marche we have found our refuge. My mother Claudia lives in southern Germany and is here every now and then. In addition to our establishment of an organic farm, we are opening the Nordhaus for visitors. Since I love life here very much, I enjoy to create a peaceful and quiet retreat for our guests.

If you wish to be part of it, we will be happy to welcome you and share this enchanting place with you.

Maria & Chris