luxury villa for sale Ascoli Piceno, Italy

The gentle rolling hills of the province of Ascoli Piceno, Le Marche, are the perfect place for those who want to start a small accommodation business, offering relax to their guests, while having themselves the possibility to enjoy a slower lifestyle.Whether you wish to manage it as an agriturismo or as a high-end holiday rental villa, this property near Ripatransone has much to offer: measuring about 990 sq.m., it offers 6 suites, 3 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, 4 guest/services bathrooms, a gym and an amazing SPA.The property is fully restored according to the requirements of sustainable and eco-friendly architecture, featuring heating fixtures, water-based varnishes for the walls, solar panels and a photovoltaic system for the self-production of energy. The FarmhouseThe main building, an old castle dating back to at least last century, was demolished and rebuilt between 2007 and 2010, meaning that you have a super performing building in terms of quality and energy efficiency, inside an old shell. It develops on 3 floors divided as follows:Ground Floor:The ground floor is mainly occupied by the dining area/restaurant, which is served by a fully-equipped, professional kitchen, provided with all equipment and services a chef and his staff may need.A small bar and several sitting areas, one close to the fireplace, let you enjoy a drink any time of the day, anywhere you feel more comfortable in.On the opposite side, you can find 2 suites and a double bedroom for disabled. All bedrooms benefit of an exit out to the garden with private sitting space.The floor is served by a number of French doors, to let light in and for a lovely, continuous flow between the indoor and outdoor spaces, including the 60 sq.m. portico.First Floor:This floor is the sleeping area, which features 6 suites – all with a large double bedroom, a sitting area and a bathroom. The nicest part is that 5 bedrooms enjoy a balcony, where you can have your breakfast served or enjoy a fully private, en-suite aperitif overlooking the vineyards, the rolling hills and the calanchi.All rooms are spacious, comfortable, perfect for a couple, as well as for families with kids. They are all equipped with a fan coil for the production of hot and cold air.BasementThe basement is the leisure area, with gym, massage rooms, changing rooms and an amazing SPA with sauna, Turkish bath and an outstanding 12x4,6m heated swimming pool. This is the space where you can hide away to find peace of mind, but it is also what will sell you many nights if you want to start a quality accommodation business: a Boutique Hotel in the Marche region or a luxury holiday rental villa.Being a property that has been conceived as eco-friendly since the very beginning, much attention has been paid to the systems: solar thermal panels produce hot water, the photovoltaic panels support the electrical system, while 2 tanks allow the reuse of rainwater.The LandThis amazing property in Marche is surrounded by 18 hectares of land, inclusive of 2.16ha of vineyard, 50 olive trees, which guarantee good organic olive oil for internal consumption and 12.7 hectares of arable land.The area used as a garden is large, spacious and, in addition to the parking area, includes an 8x4m swimming pool with solarium located in one of the most beautiful spots in the province. Thanks to its dominant position on top of a hill you can enjoy a 360° view.The LocationThe property is placed in a breathtaking hilltop location, with stunning views over the rolling hills, hilltop medieval villages, calanchi (sort of badlands) and, from a distance, the Sibillini Mountains. It is surrounded by nature and gentle hills but not isolated, being close to all main services.The location in the middle of the province of Ascoli Piceno, will let your guests and you reach in 30-40 minutes by car both amazing Ascoli Piceno and its lovely piazza and the mountains; the coast is just 15min away. And if you love walking around medieval villages, some of the nicest are just a few km away, as Ripatransone – with its narrowest alley in Italy, Monte Vidon Combatte, Ortezzano – and its wine festival, Cossignano and many others.Why Buy It?Le Marche is a tangibly beautiful place and this attracts many tourists from other Italian regions and Europe mainly. Sensible limits on development and building, especially in the countryside, ensure that the charms that draw people to Le Marche in the first place are unlikely to be diminished.Considering that buying in Le Marche can be strongly cheaper than buying in other Italian regions, Le Marche’s popularity with foreign investors has grown in parallel with its popularity with visitors, meaning that the holiday rentals is pretty successful. Experts on Le Marche all concur that rental prospects are very strong. Rural homes offering space and quiet are highly popular, especially because people escaping from a metropolis, look for a peaceful retreat, where they can eat good and quality food, close to nature. Experts say that, in order to maximise rentability, you should aim to be within ninety minutes’ drive of the airport, and have a pool if possible, 2 important features that this property has (the Airport of Ancona-Falconara is just 1 hours’ drive from the property).This property has been working for several years now, so it has a clientele, who return every year, with no need to start creating your own from zero. It already has a good reputation on the internet, which is a further benefit for those who’d like to start here their new adventure in Italy.DistancesClosest Town with Services: 5 kmsTheatre: 5,5 kmsHospital: 6 kmsCossignano: 8 kmsCoast: 15 kmsSan Benedetto del Tronto: 20 kmsAscoli Piceno: 37 kmsA14 Motorway: 18 kmsOrtezzano: 19 kmsSibillini Mountains: 50 kmsAirport of Ancona Falconara: 100 kms

Set in an elevated position overlooking the charming seaside town of Grottammare, this beautifully built three-bedroom home enjoys sweeping views across the Adriatic Sea and the historic hilltop village of Grottammare Alta a pleasant 10-minute walk away. Arranged mainly on one main level, the house is in excellent condition and filled with natural light. It features a purpose-built kitchen opening onto a covered portico, ideal for outdoor dining, and a spacious open-plan living and dining area. The main house includes two double bedrooms and two bathrooms, all finished with high-quality materials, including oak parquet flooring and elegant tiled bathrooms. A third double bedroom, bathroom and sitting room form a separate apartment, connected internally yet also benefiting from its own independent entrance - perfect for guests or rental use. The basement provides a laundry area and ample storage space. Outside, the beautifully maintained 1,500 sqm (0,37 acres) garden includes a carport, outdoor kitchen with pizza oven, and a sun deck. With automatic irrigation, lighting and mature, productive olive trees, the garden offers a perfect setting for relaxation and entertaining. Ancona and Pescara airport are about 1 hour away and the motorway entrance is a short drive.

Luxury Villa in Falerone, Marche This stunning villa in the Marche countryside is the perfect example of how you can make a luxury restoration, to be matched with tradition and comforts, in the middle of the countryside, yet not too far from all services. The property is surrounded by a 3.000 sq.m. mature garden, in addition to a plot of land of 1 hectare, in a beautiful panoramic position. With bedrooms and 4 bathrooms (three are en-suite) it’s the perfect residency for an elegant family. The House The villa is the result of the complete demolition and reconstruction of an old rural building and it spans about 303 sq.m. in addition to a 40 sq.m. loggia and upper terrace of 33 sq.m. Ground Floor: Here is a large kitchen, consisting of custom-built light oak furniture; the large central island has a stone work top with incorporated travertine sink designed for an exhibition by a sculptress. The kitchen and spacious entrance hall blend together with the travertine stone floor emphasizing both light and space. The living / dining space span the full width of the property and features a beautiful stone thermo-fireplace. The flooring is of handmade terracotta tiles, all ceilings are lime wash painted beams. This living space leads out to the large covered loggia, whose shape recalls an ancient monastery serving as an additional entertaining & dining area. The foyer also leads to the study/bedroom, currently used by the owner as a library/study with its own bathroom with shower. First Floor: All three first floor bedrooms have high ceiling accentuating their ample proportions and light. The master bedroom and en-suite bathroom (with his and hers washbasins shower & bath) both lead out to the large panoramic terrace . The custom-built cupboards provide ample storage throughout. A second bedroom with ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet, as well as a third double bedroom and bathroom are located on the first floor. The property is equipped with all basic services, including electricity, water supply, a reserve drinking water tank, gas heating, a fireplace and photovoltaic panels. A 100 Mbps satellite dish is also included. There is a video intercom, perimeter security alarm on doors and windows, and an internal volumetric alarm. The villa is sold with much of its furniture. The Annex Next to the parking area, there is a cellar/garage of approximately 25 square meters, a carport covered with photovoltaic panels and a large woodshed. The Garden The garden measures about 3.000 sq.m. and benefits from an irrigation system sourced from roof water & collection tank. It features many mature plants including olive trees. The glass mosaic 10x5m swimming pool is bordered by travertine stone and paved with antique bricks. A pergola provides a shaded lounging and BBQ area with the widest panorama of the countryside leading to the spectacular Sibillini mountains in the distance. In addition to the mature garden, there is 1,1 hectare of agricultural land, which needs little maintenance and provides full privacy to the property. The Location The property is conveniently located close to Falerone, a medieval town with all services, that you can reach on foot and it’s accessible via a paved road. The property enjoys a panoramic location with a dominant southern exposure. The view extends over the surrounding countryside to the magnificent Sibillini Mountains. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets await. Falerone, nestled in the gentle hills of Italy’s Marche region, is a serene medieval town where time seems to flow at a slower, sweeter pace. Its cobbled alleys open onto the charming Piazza della Libertà, framed by old stone houses and the warm scent of espresso drifting from local cafés. Just beyond the center lies the Archaeological Park of Falerio Picenus, home to a remarkably preserved Roman theatre that still hosts summer performances under the stars. Around Falerone, small trattorias serve handmade pasta and local Rosso Piceno wine, creating a perfect balance between history, hospitality, and the tranquil beauty of rural Italy. Falerone is equally distant from the sea and the Sibillini Mountains (about 40 min by car). Energy Efficiency Rating: C Energy Performance Index (IPE) 97,6 kwh/sqm*year Why Buy It The construction of the property is to the highest structural standards, with high spec. roof insulation, the latest specifications in double glazing, internal and external shutters. This guarantees high living standards and also a certainty that it will keep the resale value over the years. Excellent luxury retreat for all those, who like to abandon the grey skies of big and noisy cities and enjoy a life closer to nature, but with all comforts. Distances SP29 (Main Road): 1 km Closest Town with Services: 1,6 km Schools: 5 km Hospital: 8 km Sibillini Mountains National Park: 15 km Sarnano: 23 km Amandola: 25 km Fermo: 26 km Porto San Giorgio: 30 km Beaches: 32 km A14 Motorway: 32 km Airport of Ancona