Casa Benessere is made up of three buildings. There’s the main farm house with five bedrooms, the old barn with two bedrooms and an impressive studio for yoga & pilates and, on the hill-top overlooking the property, the privata casa. All eight bedrooms are en suite doubles, there is a large swimming pool and a host of contemporary comforts including a large extensively equipped kitchen with a big granite worktop as its focal point. The renovation has been carried out by Italian specialists in historic rural dwellings so we could keep the property’s true, timeless nature. We have also, where possible, selected original and reclaimed materials along with traditional pieces crafted by local artisans.

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et between the sea and soaring mountains, Casa Benessere is the perfect base from which to explore the riches of Le Marche. Untouched by mass tourism, Le Marche remains an undiscovered jewel. The hill-top city of Cingoli founded in the 3rd century BC, known as the 'Balcony of the Marches' is just 20 minutes’ drive away and has panoramic views over the hills to the sea. Closer to home (15 minutes’ drive), you’ll find San Severino, known as the 'City of Art'. Like Cingoli, it has museums, galleries, churches and monasteries while there are lots of dining choices, bars and shops. Further afield, you’ll discover Urbino, the Renaissance town and birthplace of Raphael (1hr 40min). Then there’s Macerata (40min), celebrated for its annual outdoor opera festival. Throughout summer, open air festivals, palios and pageants take place across all of Le Marche. The region is also home to many natural wonders; the Frassasi Caves, the longest cave network in Italy (45min) and the Sibillini National Park (50min).

Local activities walking, cycling, horse riding, mountain biking, mountaineering