The Area, Le Marche

Casa Raffaela is located in Monte Giberto, in the heart of Le Marche, the perfect base for exploring everything this beautiful region has to offer.

Stay at our holiday villa in Le Marche while you explore the region.

Towns and villages

Fermo (20 min), historic hilltop town with stunning views over the hills and sea
Ascoli Piceno (45 min), one of Italy's most beautiful piazzas, famous for its fritto misto
Macerata (40 min), vibrant university town with open-air opera in summer
Recanati (35 min), birthplace of poet Giacomo Leopardi

Beaches

The Adriatic coast is just 20 kilometres away. Porto San Giorgio and Porto Sant'Elpidio are the nearest beach towns, sandy beaches, good restaurants and no crowds.

Nature

Monte Sibillini (1 hour), national park with impressive mountain peaks and hiking trails
Gola dell'Infernaccio, spectacular gorge, ideal for a day hike
Piano Grande di Castelluccio, blooming plateau in May/June, one of Italy's most beautiful natural sights

Markets

Every week there are local markets in the surrounding villages. Fresh vegetables, cheese, cured meats and local wine, a real Italian market experience.

Food and drink

Le Marche is known for its cuisine: fresh pasta, truffles, porchetta, local wines (Verdicchio, Rosso Conero) and the famous vincigrassi. Ask us for our favourite restaurant recommendations, we are happy to help.