Casa Fontegenga

A Villa in Le Marche Rebuilt from Ruins

Deriving its name from the both the small nearby village of Fontecorniale and the neighboring Genga hills, this villa for rent in Le Marche rose from ruins piece by piece. Originally an stone farm building dating back to 1770, its crumbling ruins were dismantled and rebuilt with the original stones and rustic beams in a modern homage to the initial structure, and in the style of traditional Marchigian farms.

Only partially completed, the farm was abandoned once again for several years until a Belgian couple acquired the unfinished project and completed it. Matching the tone and feel of a country villa, they used natural materials and colors of traditional farms with a simple and chic, vintage modern-meets rustic design in perfect harmony. 

Enjoy a glass of the local vintages from the cellar while dining al fresco and admiring the lovely views. 

Located within a secluded country setting down a small farmer's path, this villa for rent in Le Marche is surrounded by rolling hills and fields with 360-degree panoramic views. Brought back to life after hundreds of years, and reconstructed on the site of the original 18th-century rural farmhouse, the home harks back to the rural country life as it has been practiced here for centuries, with a luxuriously understated revamp. 

The ground floor living area is spacious and bright, with an open fireplace, a dining-room with a large, convivial space for 12 people, and an open fully-equipped modern kitchen. One of two en-suite master bedrooms is also on this level. The second floor includes an additional en-suite master bedroom, a twin bedroom and a bedroom ideal for kids to share. 

Outside is a private country oasis with a large covered terrace and dining area with a barbecue and pizza stone, and lounge areas with lovely views. The pool features an immersed beach ideal for small children surrounded by heritage gardens of olive and fruit trees for guests to help themselves.

Activities can be organized on demand: private chef, cooking lessons, truffle hunting, guided trekking, vineyard tour and wine tasting, and a boat trip on the Conero.

AROUND

Halfway between the sea and the hinterland, surrounded by breathtaking countryside, you are just a few minutes to the Adriatic coast and the Conero Riviera outside of the medieval village of Mombaroccio.

The unique landscape of the coastline includes the white cliffs of Ancona sculpted by the wind, with long sandy beaches and hidden rocky bays and the “velvet beach” of Senigallia. This region of the Marche is dotted with picturesque villages and rolling hillsides along with the sophisticated city of Urbino. Don’t miss the “Grotte di Frasassi” and the nearby Gradara Fortress. 

If timing allows, don't miss the Rossini Opera Festival in August in Pesaro, the historic Palio in Cagli (August) or the truffle markets in Acqualagna and Pergola every Autumn.

LOCATION

Mombaroccio, Le Marche, Italy. Nearest airport: Ancona (60 km)

BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring and fall, if avoiding the summer coastal crowds. You can enjoy the heated pool from June to October.