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8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 241200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury Rome Country VILLA Huge Pool Tennis PingPong BBQ Sauna Weddings Cooking

THIS VILLA FOLLOWS THE HIGHEST CLEANING STANDARDS, INCLUDING USE OF A PROFESSIONAL OZONE MACHINE TO SANITIZE ALL INDOOR SPACES.

This villa offers more than a simple vacation. It offers a unique experience: the best of the countryside, the city and the Italian tradition in one location: convenient railway links and easy auto routes to ROME (30 min) make it possible to combine the rustic tranquility of a magical landscape with the excitement of the Eternal City.

The family who owns the villa has always nurtured and shared the pleasure of gathering with friends in the countryside for the family's most important festive occasions. It is in this tradition that the villa was created.

Recently, the villa underwent a major renovation and upgrade. A large new luxurious demonstration kitchen with multiple cook stations and new appliances has been built. The bedrooms and bathrooms have been completely renovated and upgraded to a luxury level. New furniture has been added. The tennis court has been renovated with the highest-quality made in Italy synthetic-grass.

BEDROOMS

The villa has eight luxurious newly-renovated, newly-refurnished rooms with American king sized beds, air conditioning and private baths, arranged as follows:

- First floor:

Two large suites with private bath with separate shower and soaking tub opening into the room. Panoramic views of hills, mountains, countryside, sunrise/sunset.

Three rooms with private bath. Views of hills, mountains and olive groves and lighted hilltop castles.

- Ground floor:

Three rooms with private bath and shared, external patio overlooking garden and olive trees. One bathroom has shower and separate tub.

All king size beds can split into two twins except for one of the suites upstairs.


EXTRA BEDS: up to 7 extra single beds can be added in the Villa and 20+ beds available at next door b&b .

VILLA GARDEN: The villa is situated in a lush 2-hectare garden surrounded by hundred-year-old olive groves, cypresses, cedars, orange, cherry, and lemon trees as well as a wide range of flowers. Outside the fenced garden, there are 24 hectares of open field.
There is a covered terrace with several tables, chairs, and seating arrangements with couches. Within the landscaped garden is a gazebo with a table and chairs as well as a barbecue and wood-burning oven. There is a large swimming pool (20m x 10m) and private pool house with showers and a sauna.

Pool is huge and half of it very deep. It is not heated.

Brand new Tennis Court.

Access to the villa is via a paved road three kilometers from the main road of Salaria and parking is available within the property grounds.

INTERIORS (800m2): The interior provides an atmosphere of art, culture, and appreciation for the finest that modern design has to offer, both stimulating the intellect and giving pause to reflect and relax in an environment made warm by the richness and elegance of its design details. The spacious living room has couches, a fireplace, satellite TV, and floor-to-ceiling glass windows that look onto the gardens. There is a separate dining room and attached to it a huge new luxurious kitchen with multiple cook stations and new appliances. On the ground floor a beautiful windowed gallery leads to a separate suite of three bedrooms that offers direct access to the garden. Each of the three bedrooms has a 200 cm king--sized bed that can split into twins and en-suite bathroom with sink, toilet, and shower.
A beautiful wooden staircase of 12 steps leads to five newly renovated bedrooms, each with 200 cm king--sized bed that can split into twins and en-suite bathroom with sink, toilet, and shower. Two of the five bedrooms upstairs are suites with en-suite bathroom with sink, toilet, shower and bathtub opening into the bedroom.

All 8 bedrooms are air conditioned and have tv. No need to miss the comforts of home!

COUNTRYSIDE & SABINA REGION: the villa is part of a 20-hectare private estate, with olive groves, cherry grove, a big pond. Staying at the villa is a great way of getting to know Sabina, the wonderful region north of Rome, a land of hills clothed with olive trees and oak woods, embraced by the Apennine Mountains and scattered with small medieval towns, castles and monasteries, rich with history, culture and nature, and only 30 minutes from the Eternal City.

OPTIONAL WEDDING PACKAGES: the villa organizes wedding receptions and offers wedding packages for those looking for a special wedding overseas.

OPTIONAL FULL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGES, COOKING CLASSES & SIDE TRIPS AVAILABLE:
We can make the villa fully catered with cook, daily cleaning, specialty programs itinerary for cooking lessons, including gelato and pizza classes or just pizza parties using our outdoor wood-fired oven, olive oil tours, winery visits, Rome guided tours (either classic/standard or off-the-beaten-track tours), Ferrari rentals etc. all to all to provide a pampered experience, should the guests desire it.

Olive oil tour & tasting:

Visit to an ancient Roman olive grove and a modern olive mill. Learn what the Romans knew about growing olives 2000 years ago. Sample the fine oil lotions and soaps a local artisan produces. We will have a tasting of olive oils and come to understand not just how they are made but what makes an olive oil great.

Cheese tour & tasting:

Visit to a local artisanal buffalo cheese dairy to see and learn how buffalo milk cheese is made and for a delicious tasting of fresh buffalo cheese such as mozzarella, ricotta, stracchino, provolone.

Wine tour & tasting:

Visit to a regional winery that produces some of the best wines of Lazio to see and learn how wine is made, including wine tasting.

Palombara Sabina Medieval castle guided tour:

Private tour of the castle of Palombara Sabina, a medieval town near the villa overlooking the Sabine hills and valley. This is a rare opportunity to visit the castle and museum which is not normally open to the public. The museum hosts two amazing ancient Roman statues. Take time to explore the ancient town.

Tivoli guided tour:

Visit the beautiful and ancient hilltop town of Tivoli for a guided tour of the beautiful gardens of Villa d'Este, where you will be amazed at the ancient villa, gardens and fountains.

Rome guided tour:

We discover the secrets of Ancient Rome. In a special, guided tour of the city, we visit places not normally seen by tourists, making your visit very special and unique. Experience the Rome that the ancients and locals know, with a rare combination of art, culture and history in a very full day experiencing "la dolce vita”. Optional: Dinner at a private luxurious rooftop apartment in the historic center of Rome with breathtaking view of the entire city, including the presidential palace, the Trevi Fountain and many other monuments.


Villa La Cucina Sabina is a rare find!


Property manager

Giuseppe Micheletta

Languages

English, French, Italian

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Sauna
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 8.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking only outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 12917 sq ft (1200 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Must be authorized by owner before booking.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Must be authorized by owner before booking.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT058075B4XLMUKXN4

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

Map
AKA 'Strada della Neve' (at Via Salaria, Palombara Sabina

What's nearby

  • Terme di Cretone - 6 min drive
  • Spanish Steps - 36 min drive
  • Roma Est - 37 min drive
  • Trevi Fountain - 38 min drive
  • Colosseum - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Pianabella di Montelibretti Station - 4 min drive
  • Ciampino Airport (CIA) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Area di Servizio Mascherone Est - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Kotuki - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kotuki - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Maculato - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Il Solengo - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Rome Country VILLA Huge Pool Tennis PingPong BBQ Sauna Weddings Cooking have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Luxury Rome Country VILLA Huge Pool Tennis PingPong BBQ Sauna Weddings Cooking pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Luxury Rome Country VILLA Huge Pool Tennis PingPong BBQ Sauna Weddings Cooking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Rome Country VILLA Huge Pool Tennis PingPong BBQ Sauna Weddings Cooking?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Rome Country VILLA Huge Pool Tennis PingPong BBQ Sauna Weddings Cooking located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly villa is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Terme di Cretone and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Tiber River. Tiburtino Shopping Center and Abbazia di Farfa are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Luxury Rome Country VILLA Huge Pool Tennis PingPong BBQ Sauna Weddings Cooking Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

jessica s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unforgettable family trip
We had an amazing week at La Cucina Sabina! There were 14 of us that traveled from the US to explore Rome and Florence. The food was amazing, we opted for the deluxe package. Chef Carla and Vera made delicious meals and were able to accommodate 2 family members with food allergies. The cooking class with Ricardo and pizza making with Carla were so much fun! The villa and grounds were beautiful and well cared for with stunning views. After long , hot days of sightseeing, we relaxed by the large pool and outdoor covered patio. Guiseppe, the host was extremely helpful with planning tours, activities and arranging transportation for our large group. He was always responsive throughout the planning process and during our stay. Nico was our driver who took great care of us all week. The entire staff became part of our family for the week, it was sad to say goodbye!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful place for a family gathering just a short drive from Rome.
La Cucina exceeded our expectations in every way. Our family gathered from three places in Europe and the US to meet for time together mixed with seeing the best of Rome. This place is just as the photos suggest. We cooked in the magnificent kitchen and grilled on the oven / grill outside. We played pickle ball and the kids went swimming. Our host were available and always gracious. We are so thankful for the time we shared at the dining table and living room. And we played cards in the well stocked game room until late into the night. And Rome!!! for days was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Correlli Family 2023
Amazing stay and the food was exceptional. Carla was the chef and made our stay very satisfying. Gueseppi, Valentina and the entire staff was so appreciated. See you soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional!
This is the second time we have stayed at this property, and it was as amazingly brilliant as the first time 10 years when we got married at the Savelli Castle in Palombara. there is absolutely nothing to fault at this property, honestly! lovely pool, sunsets, outside dining, aircon in all spacious rooms, beautifully appointed, with spacious and modern kitchen. excellent train link to Rome and airports, tennis court, sauna. do not look further and just book it! owner lives next door and is extremely helpful and reasonable. they can arrange all sorts - weddings especially, but also visits and guide in Rome and other local attractions. We intend to come back regularly, the family love the place, and now consider it home. For any spillover guests there is a very nice agriturismo literally next door - Tenuta Gran Paradiso. i would also recommend a local restaurant 10 min away in Monterotondo called Kotuki - asian fusion 'eat all you can'.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet s., Saint Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
La Dolce Vita
Villa Cucina Sabina in a beautiful hideaway in the hillside outside of Rome. A quiet sanctuary still undiscovered by many. Our family of 15 spent a week at La Cucina Sabina in August and the days were filled living the La Dolce Vita! The villa is luxurious yet comfortable, filled with beautiful art and furnishings. We enjoyed the abundant terraces outside, especially dinner on the Sunset Terrace. The bedrooms and bathrooms have been updated with the highest standards of finish materials and the individually controlled air conditioning in the bedrooms was much appreciated with the typical August weather in Italy. Giuseppe and his associates offer unparalleled service, everything from arranging a photographer to take a family photograph, car service, to making restaurant recommendations and reservations. One night we came home after a busy day in Rome and were too tired to go out to eat. Ricardo not only had a restaurant to recommend for take-away but volunteered to place the order for us. Our seven grandchildren, ages 12-1, were constantly entertained with the pool, tennis court, ping pong, the chickens or just exploring the expansive property. Chef Carla, Vera, and Nico were very welcoming and immediately become part of the family. The meals chef Carla created were amazing and every night Vera would set a table with beautiful dinnerware, flowers from the garden and candles. We felt like we were at an elegant restaurant. The views from the villa are stunning including the olive oil trees surrounding the villa. Not only beautiful, but the olive oil harvested at the Cucina is incredible. Our family has already ordered our first case which they will ship to the US. We were so happy with La Cucina Sabina and highly recommend this property to anyone traveling to Italy! On behalf of our family, I would like to thank Giuseppe again for sharing his beautiful family home with us and helping to arrange a truly memorable week at La Cucina Sabina! Grazie Mille!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex C., South huntington New York United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Incomparable Villa, Amenities and personnel
This year was our 20th annual family vacation and all 14 in our family, with grandchildren ages 10-24, agreed this was the best and most impressive villa/house we have stayed in. The “About” the Villa owners description and photos are accurate and if anything, understate the experience. The personnel, Carla the chef, Vera (who speaks Italian and English)the housekeeper/serving assistant, Nico the grounds keeper/handy man and of course Giuseppe, part owner and our host, exceeded expectations. Giuseppe responded quickly to all emails prior to arrival and was accessible throughout our stay. He greeted us with ice water and lemons upon arrival and purchased a soccer ball so our athletes could practice while on vacation. The new turf tennis court was perfect for soccer tennis. Both the inside and outside seating areas are large enough for all the family to gather comfortably. The bedrooms and en suite baths were great and this was the first time everyone was happy with their bedrooms. The beds are firm but comfortable and the air conditioning was excellent. Housekeeping was on Tuesday and Thursday and the Villa and grounds were spotless throughout our stay. The Villa is close to a local train station with service to Rome. Autos are a necessity and we often drove to the train and felt safe to leave the autos in the station parking area. There is a Villa pergola to protect autos from the hot sun. The Olympic size pool was a big hit both day and night, and our youngest granddaughter said it was bigger and better than the pool at the Country Club at home. Pictures of the pool at night capture a photographic pool with distant town lights in the background. We opted for the reasonably priced “Easy Food Package” which includes a daily scrumptious buffet breakfast and three gourmet dinners, plus a pizza party where you can make your own pizza. Carla the chef prepares everything fresh daily and the fresh baked croissants were a family favorite. She was able to accommodate our need for some allergy free items. The dinners compare favorably to the best restaurants. The outside dinning table is perfect to enjoy great views and sunsets. Carla quickly became like part of the family and despite our limited Italian and Carla’s limited English, we communicated well with the help of I phone language apps and many smiles. . At the end of our stay, with a few tears, everyone gave Carla a big hug and arrivederci! We will definitely consider a return trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom E., Durham, North Carolina USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Stay the week of July 2nd
La Cucina Sabina was everything we had hoped for and much more. Beautiful and comfortable villa and great views of the surrounding country side. Giuseppe was a consummate host. He led us on a tour of the surrounding olive groves, taught us the process of making DOP olive oil and he was always willing to answer any questions we had and to suggest things to do and places to go that added to our experience. Being there was like a slice out of time where we were able to enjoy all that Italy has to offer away from the bustling crowds. We opted for the deluxe meal package which gave us delicious 4 course meals and included a pizza making class and a cooking class led by Chef Carla whose meals rivaled food in the best restaurants. Carla was always willing to share her technique and recipes and our conversations were often full of laughter as we chatted in a mix of Italian, English and google translate! We were also lucky enough to have Vera as our “house mom” who spoke English and was always there running the house, keeping it orderly and looking out for our needs and making us feel like family. It was a truly memorable vacation and we will always have fond memories of our time spent at La Cucina Sabina. Tom & Cheri
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carlos T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house for a family holiday
Wonderful house for a big family. Manager was very helpful and accommodating. I highly recommend it for Your future visit to Rome

10/10 Excellent

Christian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Successful Family Reunion
We managed to get 17 people to Italy for our first family reunion. The property could not have been better for us. In addition to the fact that we were able to house everyone in the villa, the location is excellent with plenty to do and interesting places to visit. Giuseppe was always available to answer questions and Carla's breakfasts and dinners were fantastic. Tip: Don't forget to schedule a pizza night!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
The Magic of La Cucina Sabina
La Cucina Sabina gets an 11 out of 10 on the usual rental categories: home/grounds/amenities as advertised (plus, plus!!); sights & sounds of the setting absolutely idyllic; clean/safe/easy access; most accommodating/responsive/accessible host. Then there’s the EXPERIENCE... We had a group of 14, 3 generations, ages 12-75, celebrating a 50th anniversary. All LOVED it & enjoyed an amazing, immersive REAL Italian experience. We planned our own activities. Giuseppe was a storehouse of info/recommendations, very easy to work with & more than happy to arrange whatever we wanted. No review is complete without mentioning the staff...so warm & welcoming, generous, thoughtful, & talented. Starting your day with Chef Carla’s smiling “Buongiorno!” & bountiful breakfast buffet just sets the world right. Coming “home” after a day of sightseeing, jumping in that fabulous pool & then having one of Carla’s masterpiece 4-course dinners magically appear, with Gianluca attentively serving, was a highlight along with the Sabina sunset. Then even more special moments...12-year old grandson helping Carla make the gnocchi, a master cooking class for all organized by Giuseppe & led by Chef Simone (from the American Embassy!), teens being taught the “art” of plating a traditional antipasto, the much-anticipated & thoroughly enjoyed make-your-own pizza party, & the one that brought tears to my eyes...when Carla presented her gorgeous anniversary cake & said she made it with rice flour so all in our party, including those on gluten free diet, could share in the celebration, that’s when you feel the love at La Cucina Sabina. Come & experience it for yourself. The Villa is a piece of Heaven & Most highly recommended. Mille grazie to Giuseppe, Carla, Gianluca & all others who help make it magical.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

roni r.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place for a big gamily/friends vacation!
We were 18 people - from 18 months to 80 years old - and we all enjoyed immensely our stay in La Cucina Sabina. We gathered for a short family vacation, hoping to have some quality time together - and this was exactly what we had. Thanks to the beautiful place and the superb facilities, we enjoyed the possibility to cook together (the kitchen is extraordinary) and to eat together - inside and outside (enough place and dishes for everyone), we spent a lot of time in the wonderful pool (which has a good fence, so important with kids!) and just sitting in the shade or in the beautiful living room, relaxing and enjoying the view . The place is so big and everything is so well maintained, one can easily find a quiet place for some alone time (or a ping pong game!). The rooms are very comfortable and nice, showers are great (room no. 5 has a private terrace and the best view). Lots of compliments to the house team as well. Giuseppe answered all my pre-arrival questions, gave some very important tips and advises, and was always available and helpful. Ricardo, who met us on site, was so nice, practical and kind. He was willing to really get out of his way in order to make sure we are happy - and we were. Nico and Vera, who maintain the place, were very helpful. Sometimes the way to really estimate a place is not when all is perfect but when something is wrong. We had some minor issues that needed the team's attention, and everything was taken care of immediately and in the most pleasant way. We had a perfect vacation and we hope to come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Memorable Roman Adventure!
Wow! When searching for a grand plan to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary, & Google kept taking ALL my criteria & leading me to La Cucina Sabina, never in my wildest could I have imagined the magical experience our entire family of 14 (3 generations, ages 12-75) would have. I tailored our week’s activities away from the Villa to the ages/interests of our group, but in this review I want to focus on the Villa, host & staff. Our host, Giuseppe, showed unending kindness, patience & attentiveness to the many details I was juggling in the year leading up to our arrival, & on the big day was there to warmly welcome us to his family’s stunning home. Oh my. Driving down the olive tree-lined stone lane a sense of such beauty & peace overcomes you. Then this fantastic scene with the Villa, expansive grounds, flowers, views that stretch over the olive groves to the hills in the distance & the grandest sparkling pool imaginable unfolds before you. And. There. Are. Chickens! A grand piano, stunning artwork, comfy verandas, clean up-to-date & well-appointed beds/baths, a words-can’t-describe kitchen...and chickens!!! Where is Rome?? Then the EXPERIENCE begins. You’re immediately enfolded into the Cucina Sabina family. Chef Carla & her son, Gianluca, take over & make sure you are fed in the Italian tradition & treated like royalty. Breakfast will never be the same. There was even a card on the island (tucked among the many homemade goodies) to coach non-italian speakers how to ask everyone’s new friend Carla for the style eggs they wanted! Talk about eating clean/local...the fresh cherries were from their trees, the olive oil you have to bring home was made by them, the eggs were from those adorable chickens, & the bread was made by Carla that morning. Gluten free? No worries. Carla even made our special anniversary confection gluten free so our entire family could celebrate together! At day’s end, the kitchen comes alive again, & it’s not off-limits if you’re interested in learning from Nonna Carla. The 12-year old took home memories of helping her make gnocchi, the older teens learned the art of plating a traditional antipasto (yep, you pinch the salami to make a rosette!), we all had an amazing lesson with Chef Simone, who Giuseppe brought in for our anniversary dinner, & we ended with the great fun make-your-own pizza/tiramisu party. We left with hugs all around & memories of a once-in-a-lifetime experience. 100% recommended!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Annie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A TRULY AMAZING EXPERIENCE
This is the wonderful place to stay. The villa is spacious and easily can absorb large parties. (We had 17 adults and 2 young children). The pool is the best private pool any of us have ever experienced and is surrounded by beautiful views. Giuseppe and his staff were wonderful, both efficient and flexible. The food was delicious. We chose the Easy Package and it worked brilliantly for us. Overall, an amazing experience which all my family loved. Thankyou
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Menashe S.

Outstanding
It was a dream come true! thank you for the worm, generous and professional hosting. we enjoined ALL what was offered to us and more! everything was provided with a true care, and wide heart. it was much beyond our expectations Thank you so much for everything Menashe
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve F., Manchester

Wonderful vacation in a beautiful villa in a stunning location.
I have rented homes many times around the world over the past 20 years and Villa Tartaruga is one of the best, offering an unparalleled experience of house quality, location and outstanding cuisine. I would not hesitate to return to this beautiful villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rod L.

A beautiful place to stay and vacation.
We spent a week with our family and enjoyed our time immensely. The villa is beautiful and the countryside views were incredible. Upsides: -Management and staff were very responsive to our needs -Location is just north of Rome and has a country feel with farms all around. The train station is only a 5 minute drive. -We opted for chef prepared breakfast along with most dinners and would do it again. The food was delicious and varied. Kitchen was kept spotless by the chef. -House is beautiful and the pool is great. To improve: We only had house keeping one day for the week we were there. They didn't make a couple of our beds and simply laid the replacement towels in a stack in the living room. They didn't refresh the bathrooms during the cleaning day. An area they can improve upon. Overall, a wonderful experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Amazing villa, brilliant food and wonderful host
I booked the villa in February to go to the Six Nations game between England and Italy for my brothers stag do. Giuseppe was brilliant and helped arrange everything from taxis, restaurant recommendations, arranging a pizza making class and our dinner on the first night. He was very responsive and answered all our questions and was always willing to help. The villa was unbelievable, huge space so that everyone could be together and all the rooms are brilliant. Having the table tennis was great and the views are amazing, we didn't use the pool but it looked amazing. Getting in and out of Rome was easy, £100 taxi each way, or drive in within 35 mins. We had dinner provided by the resident chef which was brilliant (highly recommend) and also ran a pizza making class which was very fun and the food was great. Definitely will be going back again! Thank you so much Giuseppe you helped make it an amazing trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dominique B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour de rêve
Expérience extraordinaire que ces vacances à la Cucina Sabina. Tout est parfait. L’équipement De la cuisine est hors normes. La piscine est magnifique. Proche de Rome cette villa constitue un bon compromis entre campagne et ville. Super accueil de Giuseppe et de Ricardo. Mentions spéciales à Bryan pour le prêt de ses jouets, à Andréa pour sa gentillesse et sa bienveillance et enfin à la sensationnelle Carla qui nous a régalé tout au long du séjour
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stefano O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Veramente bella
Ottima esperienza. Personale estremamente accogliente, la villa è veramente bella e grande con spazi vitali anche per gruppi di più persone, oltre che spazi esterni enormi. Grazie di tutto
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurent l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Des vacances réussies
Nous avons passé de merveilleuses vacances dans cette maison. C'est une très belle maison, très lumineuse et très agréable à vivre. La cuisine est incroyable et notre cuisinière Carla a été une championne pour contenter les petits et les grands pendant la quinzaine. Les espaces communs sont vastes et permettent de vivre ensemble sans se gêner. Les chambres climatisés sont spacieuses et les salles de bains pour chaque chambre sont idéales pour le confort de chacun. L'extérieur est bien entretenu, les équipements sont proportionés au nombre de personnes que la maison peut accueillir (16), les terrasses exterieures à l'ombre ont été parfaites pendant notre séjour estival. La piscine, spectaculaire, est comme sur les photos. Le cadre champetre sans bruits avec les oliviers qui entourent toute la maison est superbe. Encore merci à notre hôte Giuseppe pour sa gentillesse, sa disponibilité et sa discrétion pendant notre quinzaine.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

DANIELA G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super capodanno
È stato tutto perfetto ... la villa ha veramente superato le nostre aspettative .. semplicemente meravigliosa
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Great stay!
Nice villa and very pleasant people taking care of everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019