Formerly the home of a local farming family, this well-restored Villa is steeped in history and the traditions of the country life in Marche. Villa Viola is surrounded by an enchanting and fascinating 10,000 square meters of wood. Ideally situated for visiting Le Marche, Villa Viola is just half an hour from the seaside and ten minutes from the beautiful Monti Sibilline nature reserve. Excursions can be made to local towns such as Macerata and Ascoli Piceno. Throughout the summer there are a variety of festivals which take place in the area. In Servigliano there is the “Infiorata”, when talented local women and men create artistic images along the cobbled streets from flower petals. Experience the excitement of a medieval jousting contest held in Ascoli Piceno at the beginning of August. Villa Viola has been carefully restored and furnished with great taste by this artistic family who work in the restoration of antiques. In the bedrooms there are beautiful hand painted flower designs and dried flower arrangements which add to the individuality of this country house. The guests will enjoy the wonderful views from the pool (11 x 5.5 metres) of the medieval town of Monte San Martino Access to the living accommodation is via external stone steps. Entrance is into the spacious dining room with an attractive open fireplace. This leads to a kitchen (cooking hob, oven, fridge, freezer). A door leads from the dining room to the spacious lounge with two comfy settees and satellite television. One double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with a shower. Two double bedrooms share a big bathroom with a bath and a shower. By the swimming pool there is a barbecue, table and chairs for dining “al fresco”.