The region
You will find many houses in the Marche in which to spend your holiday, each with its own characteristics. Casa Donaldo is perfectly situated for those seeking:
 Scenic views
To the Sibillini Mountains, south west as far as the Gran Sasso, 60km away on the south and to a mosaic of medieval hilltop towns to the east.
Good food and wine
There is a profusion of wonderful restaurants in the vicinity serving sumptuous Marche specialities with remarkable value for money.
Historic and artistic heritage
The house overlooks the 10th-century San Ruffino Abbey with its delightful peel of bells, is within minutes of the Crivelli quatrocentro masterpieces in Monte San Martino. The reliquary of St Antonio and the fascinating archaeological sites of Urbs Salvia and Falerone are of great importance. Assisi, Florence, Perugia, Urbino and the Montefeltro are all within easy reach. There is the annual open-air opera festival in nearby Macerata in August. Fano has jazz by the sea in July. 
Activity holidays
Fishing and shooting are local pastimes. Other things you might be interested in exploring are the mountaineering club in Amandola, riding stables on the opposite side of the valley, downhill skiing at Sassotetto and cross-country in the National Park, Amandola music festival in August, museums, local village festivals featuring local produce eg wine, mushrooms, snails, truffles etc. There is a popular golf club in Conero near Ancona. Amandola even has its own international theatre festival in late August-early September. There is horse racing at Corridonia and Montegiorgio
Flexibility
Thanks to its configuration, Casa Donaldo is ideal accommodation for groups of 4/5 (top flat with breathtaking views from terrace) 8 (two floors in main house) and 12/13 (using both flat and main house accommodation). |
