This country house is located within a 15-minute drive of Sibillini Cycling and Sarnano Waterfalls. This country house has private in-room pools along with an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.
Mountain Views Farmhouse with Cottage & Pool - For big families/group of friends
Gelso is a spacious villa (sleeps 8 ) and a cosy cottage (sleeps 4) , traditionally restored, with a welcoming atmosphere. The house has plenty of space, comfortable sofas, large dining room and is furnished with some antiques of the owners family. It is bright and airy inside and sleeps 8 people with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. (One downstairs). The cottage in the grounds has a further 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Outdoor furniture, dining tables and chairs, sunbeds and a big garden with mediterranean herbs, fruit trees, panoramic views, bbq, a night sky perfect for stargazing and a secluded swimming pool makes your summer holiday complete. Villa Gelso is a romantic hideaway just inside the National Park, full of adventurous walks to places of myth and legend, Visit 'Hell's Gorge' 'Lago di Pilato' (the Roman Emperor) The 'Rebel Friars Caves'.
Tourist maps and leaflets are supplied. Linen and towels are provided, and a welcome pack of some essentials and food can be booked in advance. The owner is available for help and advice.
Things to Do: Sandy beaches, Mountain drives or walks, Swimming/sunbathing at Lake Fiastra, Tour of Vineyards - winemakers, Roman Ruins, Renaissance Art tours, Shopping - Italian Outlet Stores, Italian handmade shoes, Churches & Abbeys, The opera festivals in summer, Local markets and festas, Medieval costume re-enactments of battles and palios, Cave exploration at Frasassi, or just stay by the secluded sunny pool.
***** Discount available in June or September for just the main house (up to 8 people). Please email us for details.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a kitchen, and a washing machine.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Note from host: Not inside the house, fine outside
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
Fenced private pool
TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Kitchen island
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Separate dining area
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
More
Desk
Fireplace
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Living room
Phone
Washing machine
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
We will arrive just before you leave to return your security deposit (less any breakages) and collect the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
On arrival we need passport or ID cards or of all guests. Sorry but Italy loves paperwork!
A cash security deposit is required of €250 on arrival which is returned when you leave
Arrival during peak season on a Saturday after 3.30pm and check out before 10am. Other seasons are more flexible.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: If more than 2 dogs please enquire.
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Not inside the house, fine outside
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 3:30 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 22
Property Registration Number 109002AGR00008, IT109002B5ZC6ZSZDW
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
Charming Farmhouse Views Pool National Park Agritourism property
Charming Farmhouse Views Pool National Park
Charming Farmhouse Views Pool National Park Agritourism property
Charming Farmhouse With Views Pool in the National Park
National Park Farmhouse with Cottage, Views & Pool Amandola
Charming Farmhouse With Views Pool in the National Park
Charming Farmhouse Views Pool National Park amandola
Charming Farmhouse Views Pool National Park
Frequently asked questions
What can I see within easy reach of this country house?
This country house is located in Amandola, close to Sibillini Cycling, Sarnano Waterfalls, and Infernaccio Gorge.
Will I be able to park at Mountain Views Farmhouse with Cottage & Pool - For big families/group of friends?
No, there isn't parking at this country house.
Is this country house associated with a casino?
No, this country house is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this country house?
No, this country house doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
What do couples enjoy most about Mountain Views Farmhouse with Cottage & Pool - For big families/group of friends?
There are many amenities for couples at this country house, including a private pool and a fireplace as well as an outdoor pool.
Are there hot tubs at Mountain Views Farmhouse with Cottage & Pool - For big families/group of friends?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this country house.
Does this country house offer breakfast?
No, this country house doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this country house allow pets to stay for free?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this country house.
Are there connecting rooms at Mountain Views Farmhouse with Cottage & Pool - For big families/group of friends?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this country house.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Mountain Views Farmhouse with Cottage & Pool - For big families/group of friends?
Yes, every accommodation at Mountain Views Farmhouse with Cottage & Pool - For big families/group of friends comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.
Mountain Views Farmhouse with Cottage & Pool - For big families/group of friends Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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We had a lovely stay in the villa, the views from the villa are magnificent. The pool was large and lovely. The owners were very helpful.
Verified traveler
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Dec 24, 2009
rural idyll
Ideal for large family or group of friends. Wonderful walking in the national park and skiing at appropriate time of year..Isolated but within reach of Amandola for shopping and eating out.
Area full of historic churches with wonderful frescoes and historic museums.Opera in Macerata in the summer.
Car is essential.Not suitable for disabled.
Villa Gelso is the perfect holiday property for a large group The houses are very well maintained and all the rooms are spacious, airy and bright. The grounds are beautiful , planted with lavender, oleander and rosemary, and with wonderful views of the surrounding mountains. The pool is a good size and the perfect place to relax during the hot portions of the day.
Marco and Sally are excellent hosts, completely responsive to any questions or problems which might arise , very helpful with touring advice and respectful of guests’ privacy.
The house is an excellent base for exploring this part of the Marche , some great hikes, interesting hill towns and an easy trek to seaside resorts on the Adriatic.
Una bella settimana passata con famiglia ed amici (8 persone in tutto) in questa bella location. Tutta la proprietà era a nostra disposizione, permettendo di avere sia la privacy per ogni famiglia, sia spazi comuni per griglia, pasti, oltre alla bellissima piscina apprezzata da ragazzi e adulti. Dotazioni complete per la cucina della casa Gelso (quella da noi usata).
Camere spaziose, ventilatori disponibili in ciascuna.
Serve auto per fare la spesa o visitare località circostanti. La consiglio per gruppi di amici che vogliono godersi pace e lo stare insieme in una cornice naturale gradevole.
Grâce à cette belle demeure, nous avons découvert une région peu connue des touristes. Piscine et jardin très agréable, deux belles terrasses, barbecue, des chambres spacieuses, équipement très complet au niveau de la cuisine. Chemin facilement accessible. Séjour agréable, nous recommandons vivement.
Merci aux propriétaires.
Thomas P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Signe R.
Aug 26, 2018
Dejligt hus på stor privat grund
Stort og godt indrettet hus på en stor grund. Der er langt til naboer og meget privat. Poolen er fin og området omkring den er hyggelig.
Værtsparret er meget imødekommende og hjælpsomme. Udsigten fantastisk og der er fine udflugte til vandring og en sø indenfor 40 minutters kørsel i bil. Inden for 10 min ligger to hyggelige byer med indkøbsmuligheder, og byen Amandols er særligt hyggelig til en lille gå-tur også og med smukke udsigter over landskabet omkring. Alt i alt et rigtigt god sted.
Signe R.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rebecka B.
Aug 24, 2018
Beautiful surroundings and everything you need in a villa
We had a fantastic holiday at Villa Gelso. From the moment we were greeted and led to the villa by the super friendly owners Sally and Marco we knew we were not going to be disappointed. The scenery on the road to the villa is spectacular and once you arrive you realise this villa has prime position overlooking the mountain view. The pool was a big hit with the four children who came with us and the villa itself was plenty big enough for two families of four to do everything we needed and not get under each others feet. The location is peaceful but only 10 minutes by car from Amondola and the supermarket, bars and restaurants there. We day tripped to the coast, the lake at fiastra, the caves, Ascoli and to Asissi and had a wonderful time getting immersed in the real Italy. Kiss me quick the region isn't but if you want a relaxing holiday amongst beautiful scenery with some Italian culture you can't do better. Marco and Sally were helpful and interesting hosts for whom nothing was too much trouble. We will definitely be going back in the future. Thank you for having us in your beautiful villa.
Rebecka B.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Nick M.
Oct 3, 2016
Exciting and eventful
This property is fabulous. It really has everything, fabulous views, great facilities and welcoming hosts Marco and Sally. The main house is light and spacious with 3 doubles bedrooms and one twin. It also has a good sized bathroom upstairs and a shower room downstairs. The cottage is cosy with 2 double bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The pool is a good size. The property is private and extremely quiet with only local families in the hamlet. The views from the grounds and the main villa are amazing. We did experience a 6.2 magnitude Earthquake whilst staying in this property with the epicentre some 20 miles distant. The property appeared to suffer no effects from the quake. Marco and Sally have renovated the properties to the highest standards making sure that they comply with all regulations regarding buildings in Earthquake zones.
There are many historic hill towns, markets and festivals in the local region as well as opportunities to go in extended walks and enjoy the great outdoors.
As an extended family of brorhers, sisters and their partners we general rent a large property for an annual break. This property was certainly one of the best that our extended family has stayed in.
Nick M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Paul H.
Aug 23, 2016
Ideal private (re)treat in Monti Sibillini National Park
This is a first class property in almost every way, so let's get the downsides out of the way upfront.
Villa Gelso is not walking distance to the local towns of Amandola and Sarnano. These are a 15 min drive away, so no strolling down to the village for that morning cappuccino or evening aperativo.
And Le Marche does not have a museum, art gallery or Michelin listed restaurant in every village, nor does it offer an 'all hours' nightlife.
It is, in that sense, relatively rural, remote and decidedly not Rome or Milan.
However, that was exactly what we wanted.
A private and comfortable establishment where a large extended family could hang out around the pool or garden, do many of the excellent walks ( or, for the cyclists among us, rides) in the surrounding mountains, or explore Le Marche villages, cafes and restaurants without sharing these with the large numbers of fellow tourists that have now taken the pleasure from many other places in Italy.
Villa Gelso is spacious & well equipped, the wifi works very well, and few home comforts are missing. Some of our tribe complained about the odd insect, but most thought that the biodiversity was entirely manageable, with or without chemicals. We didn't do the Le Marche outlets, but heard others had enjoyed a day doing some of these.
Owners Marco and Sally could not have been more friendly & helpful.
Overall, a very attractive value proposition.
Paul H.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ralph M.
Jul 3, 2016
The Best :-)
Wir durften für 9 Tage in einer traumhaften Landschaft in diesem wunderschönen Haus unseren Urlaub verbringen. Haupthaus, Cottage, Pool und Lage super, Ausstattung klasse, alles Bestens !!! Sehr nette Vermieter. Tolle Wanderungen und MTB Touren, Restaurants sehr gut und preisgünstig. Gerne wieder, totale Erholung pur !!!
Ralph M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Petrina C.
May 19, 2016
Trip to Paradise!
Sally and Marco are exceptional hosts which was reflected in every aspect of our stay. From the outset, even before we arrived at Villa Gelso, Sally and Marco did everything to make our trip a complete success. They advised on the best ways to travel, organised a food parcel for our first night and ensured the kitchen was stocked with condiments. Communication at all times was easy and immediate.
We will always treasure memories of Sally and Marco's generosity and thoughtfulness. They left a library of guidebooks and information leaflets, and gave freely of their time advising us on the best places to go.
The villa is in an area of outstanding unspoilt natural beauty. The villa itself is spacious and comfortable, with a striking brightness of natural light in all the rooms. The bathrooms were luxurious and the generosity of our hosts was reflected in the plentiful provision of towels, toiletries and sundries. The spacious and tastefully decorated bedrooms had extremely comfortable beds and plenty of storage. The kitchen was our dream kitchen, well-designed for cooking and entertaining - with all the equipment you'd want and more! The WiFi is excellent, and all in all, the villa is equipped to a very high standard with no expense spared.
A car is necessary, and the following is a list of places we would recommend: The medieval towns of Amandola, San Ginesio, Sarnarno and the medieval abbey of Abbadia Di Fiastra. The Thursday morning market in Sarnano is worth a visit, especially if you'd like to come home with a souvenir of a leather bag or pair of shoes:) Take time to read the walking guides in the Villa, as there are some wondrous walks in the mountains. We had fabulous mountain days exploring glacial lakes, hermits' caves and canyons. On sunny days we went to the beaches for a dip at the superb Riveria de Conero and the more touristy Porto San Georgia. From the time of our arrival we were overwhelmed with the beauty of the area and we never ceased to be in awe of the stunning scenery and the secret treasures nature revealed every so often. One night a porcupine family lumbered across the road lit up by the car headlights, and on another dark evening a large litter of baby wild boars and their parents ran all round the roadway in disarray! It was lovely to be in such a private space, and we felt like we were the only people on top of the world, sharing our space with unspoilt nature !
Highly recommend this property. Hosts, villa & area superb!
Petrina C.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Matthias W.
Aug 7, 2015
Toller Familien-Urlaub in traumhafter Location
Tolle Lage, super Blick. Der Pool und Haus sehr sauber. Schöne Umgebung zum Wandern und für Ausflüge. Marco und Sally waren als Vermieter jederzeit freundlich. Wir waren 3 Familien und hatten ausreichend Platz. Einen Abend wurden wir vor Ort von Rosalie italienisch bekocht. Ein echter Erholungstip!
Matthias W.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Raffaele D.
Jul 26, 2015
Perfect Peaceful Italian Getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Villa Gelso. It was a perfect family retreat for both our Italian and American families to meet and take advantage of the serenity and beautiful surroundings. We were able to accommodate everyone comfortably from small children to grandparents. There was plenty to do just at the house, between swimming, hiking, cooking, and just relaxing. We loved that it was so quiet you could just listen to the breeze and birds singing. We were surrounded by blooming flowers, trees and the literally every view was breath-taking. We would drive the short distance to Amandola or Sarnano for shopping and restaurants and took advantage of the local flavors and ingredients to make some amazing meals at the house. We would highly recommend staying at this Villa if you are looking for a clean, spacious stone farmhouse to accommodate multiple families, have a large kitchen and eating area, want to take advantage of the mountain air and enjoy outdoor activities, and most of all tranquility.
Raffaele D.
Archival
8/10 Good
Gerald Z.
Jul 24, 2015
nice place
good support, good place, everything o.k.
Gerald Z.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Paulinus B.
Jul 22, 2015
Lovely house!
This is a fantastic house and we really enjoyed our stay. Having the extra rooms in the cottage was particularly helpful. The whole family really enjoyed the pool.