For a wonderful, relaxing holiday. Small-scale and exclusive. On a large estate in the middle of nature. Ideal base to get to know the beautiful region of Le Marche.
Unspoilt nature, a beautiful view over the hills, the foothills of the Apennines, tranquility and lots of space. Comfortable and well-furnished apartments, where you can find everything you need for your stay. You can relax here in the large garden, in the shade of the oak trees, or by the pool, surrounded by fragrant lavender bushes, and walk or cycle through the beautiful nature. Cycling and walking maps are available here. There is also a jeule-de-boule court, which can be illuminated at night, an archery court and a dartboard.
Our Vellaneta estate is located near the cozy medieval town of Cagli, where you can enjoy a delicious cappuccino, a delicious ice cream or an aperitif on one of the beautiful squares, and for your groceries in one of the shops or supermarkets. Every Wednesday you can stroll through the weekly market, where you will not only find a wide range of fresh fruit and vegetables, but also cheese from the shepherds in the area, fresh fish from the fishing port of Fano, and many other local products, not to mention nice clothes and shoes. There are also several restaurants where you can taste traditional regional dishes and wine from one of the many wine regions of the Marches.
Urbino and Gubbio are a short distance away, as is the protected nature reserve Gola del Furlo, while the nearest beach at Fano is more than half an hour by car. In addition to a pebble beach (Sassonia) and a sandy beach (Lido), Fano has a fishing port where fresh fish is delivered daily to the town's numerous fish restaurants. You can also enjoy shopping in the old center.
In the past, farming families lived on Vellaneta who worked the land. The house dates from 1800, has been family owned for several generations, and we, Alessandro and Jacqueline, had it completely restored a few years ago while retaining the characteristic style and with the most recent (bio-ecological) building techniques.
The apartment is attractively furnished, equipped with every comfort: from dining table and chairs plus sun loungers on your own veranda or terrace, a fully equipped kitchen to your bedroom with walk-in wardrobe. We have been receiving our guests here for over 15 years now, many of whom like to come back to us regularly. In the guestbook on this site you can read reactions from guests who were already with us.