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Overlooking the mountains, this 7-bedroom villa accommodates 14 guests and features 4 bathrooms. It includes an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Enjoy activities like swimming, cave exploring, and fishing nearby. The property offers a patio for outdoor relaxation and is pet-friendly. Visit the Church of San Rocco and Civic Art Gallery "P. Tacchi Venturi."
Highlights
Dive into relaxation
Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
Private pool
Spa pool on site
Onsite parking available
Dogs and cats allowed
Kitchen
Washing machine
Explore the area
San Severino MC, Marche
Church of San Rocco
Place, Church of San Rocco
12 min drive
Church of San Lorenzo in Doliolo
Place, Church of San Lorenzo in Doliolo
12 min drive
Casa Vecchie
Place, Casa Vecchie
13 min drive
Ancona (AOI-Falconara)
Airport, Ancona (AOI-Falconara)
53 min drive
Rooms & beds
7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Blue Camelias
2 Single Beds
Gold Room
1 King Bed
Master Four Poster
1 King Bed
Pink Butterflies
1 King Bed
Pink Camelias
2 Double Beds
Red Roses
1 Queen Bed
Stars
2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
4 poster ensuite
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Boats bathroom
Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet
Butterflies ensuite
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet
Cloakroom
Toilet
Gold ensuite
Toilet · Shower only
Yellow bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Garden
About this property
La Dolce Vita! Stunning villa, beautiful surroundings.
Sogni dei Santi is a beautifully restored hill top villa with the best of modern design and creature comforts. The house sleeps 14 (7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms) has stunning views over unspoilt valleys and hills, a large private garden, a private out-door pool with pool-house and a large outdoor seating area under a shady vine. Sitting under a 12th century watchtower, in a SECLUDED POSITION surrounded by fields and woods, it enjoys lovely views. On the ground floor are a large fully equipped modern kitchen with two ovens, US style fridge/freezer and seating area, a large sitting room equipped with TV/Video/DVD, a dining room seating 14, a home office with SUPER HIGH SPEED WIFI (for those who want to work away from home), laundry and entrance hall. On the first floor are three double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, a twin and another double bedroom that share a bathroom. Up a spiral staircase under the eaves on the second floor there is a further double room, twin room (with restricted headroom) and bathroom .
Sogni dei Santi General Information: CONTACTLESS CHECK IN AVAILABLE with access to a local Italian property manager who knows the house intimately and is on call for any problems that might occur. Many of your questions will be covered in the Property Handbook. Routine checks on the pool will be carried out during your stay and should cause minimal disruption. The pool has a diving board. There is a large airy pool house with a ping-pong table comfy sun loungers. A gardener will come once a week to mow the lawn & carry out general garden maintenance. Additional services available on request: Meet/ Greet and Emergency Assistance in English, Cook and Extra Cleaning, Baby Sitting. The garden is fitted with an automatic irrigation system. Hospital is 15 mins away in San Severino
Mountains and Coastline : Sogni dei Santi is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty - between the mountains and the sea. There are marked hiking and walking trails up into the nearby mountains. The ancient pilgrim route to Assisi runs through Aliforni hamlet. The Gola della Rossa-Frasassi National Park (30mins away) features a series of towering limestone gorges providing a habitat for rare golden eagles, peregrine falcons and eagle owls as well as Italy's largest and most interesting network of caves at Frasassi. The Cistercian Abbey of Fiastra (35 mins) is an inland nature reserve and home to a wide variety of animals and rare birds. 1 Hour from the house are the breathtaking mountains of the Sibillini National park. Monte Conero National Park, just south of Ancona, provides Le Marche with a dramatic and rugged stretch of coastline with secluded beaches & coves. It features thousands of species of maritime flora, is rich in bird life and has stunning views over the sea. European Blue Flags beaches.
Food and Wine: Situated in central Italy, Le Marche represents the meeting point between the culinary traditions of northern and southern Italy. It has a vast variety of local foods - from the strong flavours that dominate the food in the mountainous areas, such truffles, mushrooms, salami & tasty 'porchetta', to the more subtle flavours of the coastal cuisine - such as 'brodetto del mare'. Large and juicy olives are another feature of Le Marche's gastronomic tradition. The famous Italian 'gelato' is also something to be enjoyed! The cultivation of vines in Le Marche can be traced back to Roman times and viticulture in the regions thrives to this day with 24,000 hectares under vine, a third of which is doc. The most famous DOC wine of the region is Verdicchio, a white wine produced in Jesi and Matellica (30mins away). Excellent reds are Rosso Conero, Rosso Piceno and Lacrima del Morro d'Alba. Good sparkling wines and spirits are also produced in the region.
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At owners discretion NO Stag, Hen, Student parties
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Well behaved dogs welcome
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside the house.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
BRONZING CREAMS - we have had trouble with people using bronzing creams that have marked bed linen. We kindly ask please to avoid using these creams.
DAMAGE & BREAKAGES Please inform us if anything breaks/gets damaged so we can fix/replace it. Large items will be deducted from the Security Deposit.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 043047LOC00004, IT043047C2ROED85DD
Property # 64523
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: At owners discretion NO Stag, Hen, Student parties
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
San Severino Marche
Located in San Severino Marche, this villa is in a rural area and near a water park. Civic Art Gallery "P. Tacchi Venturi" and International Museum of Humor in Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Saint Urbano Abbey and Palazzo Parisani Bezzi. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
Church of San Lorenzo in Doliolo - 12 min drive - 13.6 km
Civic Art Gallery "P. Tacchi Venturi" - 12 min drive - 13.6 km
Casa Vecchie - 13 min drive - 13.6 km
Lago di Cingoli - 17 min drive - 12.6 km
Getting around
San Severino Marche Station - 17 min drive
Ancona (AOI-Falconara) - 70 min drive
Restaurants
Oasi del Gusto - 13 min drive
da Rosanna - 19 min drive
Ristorante Cavallini - 12 min drive
Ragno D'oro - 15 min drive
I ponti ristorante - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does La Dolce Vita! Stunning villa, beautiful surroundings. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at La Dolce Vita! Stunning villa, beautiful surroundings. ?
As of 25 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Dolce Vita! Stunning villa, beautiful surroundings. on 28 November 2026 start from NZ$2,676, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is La Dolce Vita! Stunning villa, beautiful surroundings. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at La Dolce Vita! Stunning villa, beautiful surroundings. ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at La Dolce Vita! Stunning villa, beautiful surroundings. ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at La Dolce Vita! Stunning villa, beautiful surroundings. ?
Checkout is at 9:30 AM.
Where is La Dolce Vita! Stunning villa, beautiful surroundings. located?
Located in the mountains, this family-friendly villa is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lago di Cingoli, Civic Art Gallery "P. Tacchi Venturi" and Casa Vecchie. Church of San Lorenzo in Doliolo and Church of San Rocco are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A beautiful house in a unique hilltop rural location with stunning views. The house was perfect for our family with young children; they loved the garden, pool and trampoline. Everyone had a very relaxing time and fun evenings at the outdoor dining area. Alessandro was very helpful, and also arrange a chef to cook for us one evening which was excellent. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2026
Thank you for your review! Glad the children enjoyed the pool and the trampoline. We would be delighted to host you again in the future.
Tanti saluti.
We had such a wonderful stay at Sogni dei Santi. The villa is even more beautiful in person than the photos, with incredible views, a gorgeous pool and plenty of space for a group. It was the perfect base for us while attending a family wedding nearby.Joss was an excellent host throughout. Communication was always friendly and helpful, and the detailed handbook made everything easy—from using the house to finding local supermarkets and restaurants.The villa was clean, well-equipped and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We especially loved spending time around the pool in the evenings and taking in the peaceful countryside.We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Sogni dei Santi to anyone looking for a relaxing stay in Le Marche, and we’d happily return.Thank you, Joss, for helping make our trip so special!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2026
Thanks for your lovely review Regina. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay. Tanti saluti!
One of the best houses in Italy that we have stayed in! Everything was as it said and was of good quality and worked!The people who looked after the pool and house were so helpful, kind and caring that we enjoyed ourselves.We can't wait to go back!!
I just wanted to express my gratitude for the excellent service and this gorgeous villa we stayed in. We held a small wedding celebration over a long weekend here in May. Just a perfect paradise, I cannot speak more highly of the staff!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2025
We were delighted to host you for your wedding weekend and glad the villa and our wonderful team made for a memorable stay. Please do come again! You would be most welcome.
We had a lovely stay in San Severino.
Clean pool, practical rooms & spaces in the lovely house. A beautiful garden, that we enjoyed a lot. It was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you! We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
Our family had a wonderful stay. The property is maintained to a high standard and is well equipped. The garden, pool, and views of the surrounding countryside are spectacular, even better than the pictures. A beautiful part of the world.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you! We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
Marco and Friends, It was a great pleasure hosting you at Sogni dei Santi for New Year. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.
Tanti saluti,
Joss
Look no further if you want a fantastic and relaxing place to stay in Marche. The house is extremely comfortable and the garden and pool absolutely perfect. The views from the house are stunning. We were so well looked after by Alessandro and Ricardo - very attentive but in no way intrusive- a thoroughly warm Italian welcome. We would not hesitate to return to this wonderful house.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2024
Thank you for your lovely review. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Spent a beautiful week with our family, including 6 grandchildren celebrating our Golden wedding anniversary. Had their recommended chef cook for us 4 evenings which was a real bonus. Amazing food. Upstairs rooms only suitable for children rather than adults. Trampoline a little worry, as no safety net. Highly recommend everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Thank you for leaving us a 5* review! We are delighted that Sogni dei Santi met your expectations and that you enjoyed celebrating your golden wedding anniversary there. Congratulations again!
Just to clarify on the 'upstairs' rooms you mention, those are on the second floor mansard and are noted in the property description as having restricted head height. I hope that your grandchildren enjoyed being in that space, I know most kids love it... and some adults too :)
We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
We stayed here as a party of 6 adults and 3 children. Everything was exceptional! From the moment we arrived we felt an immediate level of relaxation and calm. The property is immaculately clean and very well furnished. Bedrooms are comfortable and beds are of a high quality. The grounds are well maintained and manicured.We spent 3 nights/4 days relaxing by the pool, playing table tennis and exploring the surroundings. We opted for the private chef on one of the evenings as a birthday celebration. We were able to discuss the menu ahead of arrival and ensure it was catering to all guests some of which can be picky eaters. The food was wonderful, the ladies catering were very quick and cleaned up alongside serving. They even did a special surprise cake for my birthday which was very much appreciated. All in all a holiday we will never forget and I would t hesitate to return or recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2025
Dear Jennifer, Thank you for your very kind review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the extra touches like the birthday cake! We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
We loved this beautiful house in the hills above San Severino. It accommodated our family of 14 comfortably and the facilities were generous and good quality. The pool was a fine size and was kept clean and could be seen from the house but was not fenced. The grass lead to the pool and was ideal for ball games. There were two shaded verandas so all meals could be enjoyed outside and the views were stunning.
The property manager, his assistant and the cleaners were helpful and friendly. We were introduced to a cook who prepared three delicious evening meals for the 8 adults and brought a smiling young woman to translate. Extra cleaning for an hour on three mornings was also arranged and helpful.
We hope we shall be able to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you for your review! We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
Tanti saluti!
Joss
This was the best equipped and well kept villa that we have stayed in. The gardener does a great job in keeping the garden maintained.
All indoor and outdoor space was superb. The views are glorious and there are many spots around the house to sit and read, eat or talk as a whole group or in smaller groups.
The pool was also perfect for adults and children with excellent sunbeds.
Kitchen was well equipped and easy to cater for our whole party of 12. The host also provides two highchairs on request, as we had two one year-olds in our party.
The property is remote but not too far to nearby towns.
The only slight downside, which we didn't realise before arriving, was that the top floor rooms have low ceilings and were not the easiest to get to. Therefore they would mostly be suitable for children and teens, but not young children as the stairs are not easy to climb.
We would definitely stay here again - thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you for your review. We so appreciate hearing back from our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Tanti saluti! Joss
I can't thank Joss and Alessandro enough for such an amazing stay in this villa. I celebrated my 30th birthday with 9 friends and it was everything I could have asked for.
Joss was very communicative and connected me with Alessandro who helped me book many activities (and provided great recommendations in San Severino) for us. They put us in contact with Marco who drove us around to two wineries and to Country Home Salomone (highly recommend) for lunch. The whole excursion started at 9 a.m. and ended at around 7 p.m. for such an amazing price. Also, Marco was simply the most amazing guide. Alessandro also helped us book an Italian chef to come and show us a cooking presentation and made dinner for us. This was probably one of my favorite nights because the kitchen in the villa is perfect for this kind of "showing" and Franchesca was incredibly kind!
You might not want to leave the villa because it truly is perfect. The trampoline is also a great addition! Everyone back home was a bit jealous of the pictures I shared with them, haha.
My only regret is that I wish I stayed longer. One week wasn't enough to explore the beautiful region of Marche + just hang out in the house and relax. Will be booking another stay here soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you for your review. We so appreciate hearing back from our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Tanti saluti!
Joss
Superbe villa avec des vue superbe sur la vallée. Jardin très soigné ainsi que la piscine.Noue étions 10 dans la villa et les espaces était suffisement grand. Les hôtes sont précis et charmant. Encore Meci
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2026
Merci beaucoup! C'était un vrais plaisir de vous accueillir.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Posto da favola, attrezzato di tutto
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Anne D.
2 August 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Mooie tuin, huis niet zo netjes
Alle blonde mensen kregen groenig haar van het water van het zwembad.
Airco slechts aanwezig op 2 kamers
Douches waren beschimmeld, kranen en ophanging moeten nagekeken worden
Kasten in keuken hadden een geur
Onderste korf van vaatwasser was kapot
2 handdoeken toch wat weinig (3 + 1 is de norm)
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2023
Hello Anne,
We appreciate your feedback from your stay in July. Thank you for bringing to our attention the areas that fell below the standard you were expecting. I have passed on your comments to our property manager who has shared them with our cleaning and maintenance teams. All the items you raise now were actually dealt with the week following your stay and we haven't received any similar comments from guests coming after you. All I can do is apologise and underline our commitment to dealing with any issues guests raise within 24hrs. We pride ourselves in our quick response and speedy resolution of problems.
(I understand from our property manager none of these issues were raised with him during your stay which is a shame as he would have dealt with them straight away.)
Wir hatten einen tollen Urlaub mit 3 Paaren und 4 Kleinkindern. Die Unterkunft ist voll ausgestattet und wir konnten unseren Urlaub in vollen Zügen genießen. Im Garten ist ein großer Pool und ein Trampolin, womit die Kinder besonders viel Spaß hatten. Die Küche ist sehr groß und mit Sitzgelegenheit. Außerdem gibt es ein großes Wohnzimmer und ein Esszimmer. Einziger Nachteil war, dass es sehr abgelegen ist und man alles nur mit dem Auto erreicht. Vorteil wiederum, dass es sehr ruhig ist und man richtig entspannen kann.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Dear Melanie, Thank you for your review. We are glad that you made the most of everything on offer at the villa. The peace and tranquility of the location as you say make for a very relaxing holiday. We look forward to welcoming you again some time!
Een erg fijne en complete vakantiewoning. Alles was aanwezig, goede bedden, heerlijke grote keuken.
Een fijn vakantiehuis, zowel bij mooi als slechter weer. Grote tuin met heerlijk zwembad, maar bij kouder weer heel ruim en gezellig binnen, twee knusse haarden, een collectie dvd's etc. Een prima huis om met een grote familie in te verblijven. Enige nadeel is misschien dat het wel vrij afgelegen ligt en in de heuvels, dus je moet best veel rijden om dingen te zien. Verder heerlijk en hele vriendelijke communicatie met de lokale beheerder.
Maison au top et terrain magnifiquement entretenu.
Seul petit bémol, la répartition des chambres très inégale n'est pas forcément adaptée à un grand groupe d'adultes, convient idéalement à 2 ou 3 familles.
Siamo stati molto contenti di essere stati ospitati in questa favolosa Villa durante il periodo delle feste natalizie, con un'ottima pulizia, un favoloso arredamento confortevole hanno reso il nostro soggiorno fantastico. Grazie anche all'efficienza della proprietà abbiamo fatto delle escursioni nelle vicinanze, mangiato prodotti locali e ristorato con il BBQ all'aperto.
La posizione della casa isolata e sulla cima di una valle, dà una vista incredibile.
Grazie infinite per la disponibilità, speriamo di tornare verso la primavera per sfruttare anche la piscina. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you for your kind review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
About the host
Hosted by Joss Carruthers
Art historian, Italian and French speaking. Love of Italy - food, history, culture and countryside.
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with the Le Marche region and in particular were drawn to this unspoilt area. Indeed Italians regard Le Marche as one of the regions which best embodies and preserves the authentic traditions of Italy. We totally rebuilt the house which was originally a ruin. In this part of Italy you won't see crowds of tourists and tourist buses. The food and wine of the region is exceptional and modestly priced.
What makes this property unique
Wonderful views, an ever changing landscape, sun on the pool from dawn till dusk, beautiful walks from the house or further afield in to the mountains. There are numerous marked Nordic Walking trails.
For larger parties, there are numerous private spaces at the villa to relax and enjoy some peace and quiet - under the portico, a vine, in a hammock...