In brief

• Romantic getaway
• Superb views
• Easy access to Rome

About the villa

This delightful villa, surrounded by lovely natural gardens, is built from local stone and traditional materials, incorporating ancient roofing tiles, chestnut beams, doors, window frames and shutters. The property is finished to a high standard using traditional techniques, with rooms decorated using an ancient stucco romano technique, and hand-made Neapolitan tiles in the kitchen. The furniture throughout is antique or hand-made, the paintings and prints framed by the local frame-maker, and the curtain materials sourced from the famous linen stores of Farfa locally. The kitchen has a rustic country feel, but with all the mod-cons needed for a relaxing stay, and there is a dining table as well as several al fresco dining areas. The covered terrace surrounded by gardens suggests the perfect breakfast spot. The attractive pool area offers privacy, as well as stunning countryside views. There is a lovely double bedroom with views of the pool, as well as a second bedroom with a single daybed, and a shower room.

The Sabine Hills are an untouched pocket of central Italy with excellent inexpensive restaurants and excellent walking. Our view is that this is a most attractive, private retreat suitable for those who would like to explore this authentic corner of Italy, yet be within easy access of sightseeing and first class shopping in Rome, easily accessible by train for day trips or an evening out.