Self-catering apartment La Colombaia, sleeps 5 (or 4+2), Camerino.

       
               
 
               
   

A characteristic Italian farmhouse near the ancient university town of Camerino (about 10 minutes’ drive) in Le Marche. In the apartment the feel is of rustic elegance, integrating modern conveniences with an essential simplicity. The floors and ceilings are in traditional terracotta with exposed beams, the walls are whitewashed to give a light and airy feel, and the furnishings are simple and comfortable. This large, stone-built farmhouse is divided into two apartments, one for the owners and one for the guests with separate gardens, ensuring peace and privacy.

     
       
 
 
 
         
     
 
 
     
     
The apartment is completely private and has its own separate entrance. The accommodation is on two floors. The ground floor comprises kitchen/dining-room, living-room, bedroom (twin beds), and a ‘loggia’ for relaxing in, with balcony and sofa-bed. Stairs from the living-room lead up to a double bedroom and the bathroom (with shower). The living-room has a woodburning stove for winter use or cooler evenings, while the upper floor (bathroom, bedroom) has central heating.

The kitchen is well-equipped, and is provided with oven and culinary basics. The kitchen leads directly out on to a shady veranda with a table for eating al fresco.

     
     
 
 
   
       
     
 
 
 
     
 

John, a graphic designer, and Kirsty, a writer and editor, are the owners of the property; we live here with our son Alessio, aged seven, who goes to the local school and is enjoying growing up bilingual. We moved to Le Marche from London in 1998 and have lived in this house since early 2005, after spending a couple of years restoring it. We are always happy to help guests with any queries. Other members of the household include our dogs Teo and Maxim, who are very popular with young guests; our three cats Isaac, Blackie and Orsetta; and our beautiful pony Marroncina. Our three ducks will provide you with delicious fresh eggs.

 
     
 
 
 
               
   
           
     
Prices 2007 per week
   
     

24 Jun - 2 Sep

 

€ 600,00

8 - 22 Apr, 20 May - 24 Jun, 2 Sep - 28 Oct

 

€ 550,00

22 Apr - 20 May, X-mas & New , X-mas & New Year

 

€ 500,00

28 Oct 2006 - 6 Apr 2007

 

€ 400,00

 
Prices include: weekly change of linen, water, electricity, gas, final cleaning