Price	From € 3375 per week (more information)
Sleeps	12
Bedrooms	6
Bathrooms	5
Accessibility	The house is not specifically accessible for people with mobility problems.
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Il Convento Grande

The original magic of the former monastery was maintained at Il Convento Grande, which flaunts unique design choices enshrined in an antique historical frame maintaining the villa’s original character and charm and mixing contemporary elegance with a rustic, charming Italian soul.

Il Convento Grande, only 40 minutes away from the Adriatic Sea, was built on the remains of a XVIII century monastery and it has been exquisitely restored mostly keeping its original drawing and antique irregular stones and white oak beams.

The interiors have been completely renewed turning the villa into a countryside contemporary, fully equipped house, refined in a luxurious and very comfortable way. Whitewashed walls are offset by the warm neutral colour pallet of traditional tiles and with rustic but elegant objects, original wooden beams to which has been bestowed a new use with a strong sense of style, contemporary art pieces and furniture charmingly accentuate the unique retreat’s character.

Il Convento Grande is composed by two separate units with outdoor connection, rantable all together from April 15th to October 15th and that jointly can accommodate up to 12 people.

The two units are independent and both boast kitchen, living rooms and dining rooms.

This two-storey farmhouse has a total surface of 510 sqm, boasting among many amenities an exclusive stairless indoor marble swimming pool with doors onto the garden. The indoor pool has a dramatic sense of space thanks to the double height ceilings.

All the bedrooms are very spacious and boast the view onto the outdoor pool and the countryside the villa is surrounded by.

The inimitable feature of Il Convento Grande is the exterior offering a stunning position on the valley giving amazing views onto the surrounding and on the nearby towns of Cingoli, Cupramontana and Staffolo, without turning down the sense of seclusion the villa offers.

Facing south-west is located the marbled pool (15x3 meters) with deck area and sunbeds.

Outside there is also a spacious covered pergola shading an outdoor table, where enjoying the fresh air of Italian summer evenings.

The stunning surrounding views facing East where in the distance you can see the Adriatic Sea on clear days and the outdoor kitchen with gas hob, BBQ and sink make the whole package complete to be a very inviting place to dine al Fresco.

The villa hosts a fully equipped Boffi kitchen, where the guests can enjoy a real Italian meal preparation, an easy-going aperitif around the counter, a cosy dinner with friends.

The solution of Convento Grande completely responds to the needs of two families who want to spend their vacation together but still keeping a little of privacy

Rooms description

Bedrooms

Ground floor: bedroom with two beds (one single and one French bed) and direct access to the garden, decorated in a very minimal and hassle-free style keeping the sense of ancient building, with niches obtained by the original structure. Mezzanine floor: double bedroom with a queen bed and en-suite bathroom. First floor: master bedroom with a queen bed and en-suite large bathroom, study table and lounge area, mosquito net bed canopy; double bedroom with a queen bed and en-suite bathroom simply decorated, with lounge area, desk and mosquito net bed canopy; double bedroom with a queen bed and en-suite bathroom; double bedroom with a queen bed and en-suite bathroom

Bathrooms

All the bathrooms are with all the comfort and features a large, tiled shower. One of the bathrooms on the ground floor there is one small bathroom which doesn't feature the shower or the bidet.

Kitchen

The 40 sqm Boffi kitchen features the most modern materials skilfully mixed with the old structure and recycled object belonged to the original building. The kitchen boosts a central aisle with 5-burner hob ventilated baking oven and counter space, two-door fridge with freezer and ice maker, dishwasher, double sink and all the useful facilities of up to date kitchens. In the villa is present also a second kitchen.

Living rooms

The farmhouse has several lounge areas/living rooms/sitting areas. Ground floor: small sitting room with table and large fireplace with direct access to the garden; large living room with sofas and armchairs and indoor marble pool. The pool has not stairs, therefore it might not be suitable for children; dining room. First floor: open space working and lounge area, accessible only from the upstairs bedrooms, featuring a library, and several spots to read and to work. The area is full with light and it has a view above the indoor pool; a living room with a fireplace.

Other rooms

A small broom closet is present in the house.

Facilities

Cleaning

Cleaning will be once a week: intensive cleaning with linen change on Saturday. More cleaning upon request against extra charge.

Amenities

Private pool, Hob/Stove, Oven, Fridge, Fridge with freezer, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Iron+board, Wifi, Central heating, Room fans, Cot, Barbeque

Accessibility

The house is not specifically accessible for people with mobility problems.

Outside

Private pool with sunbeds, professional Fontana Forni barbecue in the outdoor kitchen, garden with fruit trees and olive groves, covered pergola. 2 separate dining areas with table and chairs, one under the pergola and one under the kitchen, make the perfect combination to live this farmhouse at its best during spring and summer time. There is also a newly terraced outdoor area in front of the pergola with lounge chairs and coffee table.

Notes

The house doesn’t have an AC system, even though the old structure and the thick walls do not let feel summer heat. Even though located nearby a no much traveled road, the villa has such a spacious surround that doesn’t allow any noise to arrive. Customized meals cooked at the villa by the local Italian chef Stefania are available upon request(40Euros/person). Heating from October 15th to April 15th.

Availability & Pricing

weekly prices

from 28 March 2020 to 9 May 2020	€ 3375
from 9 May 2020 to 12 September 2020	€ 5065

Cleaning once a week, linen and towels included in the rent.
Security Deposit: EUR 800 to be paid to SU before arrival as specified in the booking confirmation.
Deposit: 30% upon booking, balance 30 days before arrival.

Arrival & Departure

Saturdays (depending on other bookings) arrival at 4 PM and departure latest 10 AM. Other arrival and departures days on request.

Leisure & Activities

Activities

The area is most famous for its wines especially Verdicchio DOP. There are many wineries nearby which offers wine tasting. The Lake of Cingoli, which is the largest artificial lake of Central Italy, is just 8 km away and it offers several outdoor activities such as long hikes along the lake’s perimeter, fishing, kayak rental, picnicking, and nevertheless picnic areas and secluded shores. The white shores of the natural park of the Conero are just a 40 minutes drive. It guarantees one of the most terrific coastlines of the entire Adriatic with crystal blue water!

Specials

All kind of activities can be arranged at request (separate prices).

Surroundings

Location

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Surroundings

Il Convento Grande is very close to the medieval town of Cingoli (8 km) which has a good variety of restaurants, shops, supermarkets and cafes. Not very far, less than one hour from the property, there is the outlet area of Marche, which is a region especially known for its shoemakers. The town of Senigallia on the Adriatic coast is just 45 km and it offers many summer events such as the Summer Jamboree and has also Michelin star restaurants. Historical cities of Umbria are on average 1 hour drive so perfect to visit in a one day trip.

Travel

Il Convento Grande is 30 minutes from Ancona airport, and Perugia Airport is 100 km away. Other international airports are: Rome Fiumicino (300 km), Ciampino (280 km) and Florence (250 km).

Distances

There are many interesting cities in the area, worth a visit, such as: Macerata (35 km), with its Sferisterio (opera festival), Porto Recanati (50 km), Cingoli (8 km), Cupramontana (40 km), Fermo (64 km) and Adriatic Coast (40 km), Frasassi caves (the largest ones in Europe!) (30 km), Urbino (90 km), one of the most important cities of Italian Renaissance.