Tenuta Castelletto at Marche

As featured as a personal recommendation in Frances Mayes' (Under the Tuscan Sun) new Italian travel guide. For an incredible stay in beautiful Le Marche, Tenuta Castelletto offers luxury, authenticity and a wonderful range of optional high-end services, only a short drive from the delightful sandy beaches of this remarkable coastline. This magnificent eight-acre estate, with glorious gardens, two swimming pools, a private tennis court, yoga studio and views towards the sea, features two exquisite homes which can sleep up to 20 guests across ten bedrooms. First of all, the impressive villa with its six en suite bedrooms – expect stunning interiors, elegant living spaces and floor-to-ceiling windows with spectacular views of Le Marche landscapes and the sea. Find contemporary features from individually controlled air-conditioning to Smart TVs and Bose speakers. Designed with both classic and modern style, this chic villa is sure to impress you in every way. A decadent spa is the perfect place to relax with its Swedish sauna, hot tub and steam room whilst the state-of-the-art gym looks out towards the Adriatic. Soak up the sun on the private terrace or dip into the heated swimming pool looking out to the olive groves and ancient vineyards. Find a quiet spot in the villa’s garden surrounded by the aromas of rosemary and verbena. Just next door is the delightful casa, connected to the villa via their gardens. This is where the owner’s stay when they are in Italy and it’s been beautifully designed as a home-from-home with yet more gorgeous interiors and picturesque views. The casa’s four inviting bedrooms (one of which is a pretty annexe) feature luxurious beds, restful décor and modern en suite bathrooms. Follow the little footpaths through the vast gardens and discover the tenuta’s second amazing swimming pool – a place to truly relax on the poolside terrace, perhaps with a cocktail prepared in the bar at the spacious pool house which also features a second gym and studio space. Play tennis on the flood-lit court amongst the 400 olive trees, relax in the brand-new air-conditioned yoga studio then gather together with your friends and family to feast in the shaded pagoda, near the pizza oven, barbecue and outdoor kitchen, with ample space for everyone with magical vistas. Take advantage of the tenuta’s concierge service, making it possible to arrange optional extras such as yoga or gym instructors, babysitters, cookery lessons, a private chef and tailor-made experiences and excursions. There’s even a bespoke VIP service which you can book which includes extras such as prosecco on arrival, a continental breakfast each morning, daily housekeeping and other lovely touches such as fresh flowers and life-style magazines. If you can bring yourselves to leave this beautiful estate, there is so much to explore in Le Marche. Close by there’s a little village with historic lanes and wonderful views or head down to the coast, just a ten-minute drive away (or cycle-ride!) to discover sandy beaches, summer lidos, great shopping and excellent restaurants. Experience the spectacular beauty of the Riviera del Conero, head south to the brilliant beaches of the Riviera delle Palme or explore hidden hilltop villages and historic towns so typical of Le Marche. Olive oil and wine-tasting as well as other culinary experiences can be arranged, as can summer boat trips or autumn truffle-hunting; this alluring region of Le Marche offers something for everyone. Tenuta Castelletto is set in an eight-acre estate and includes Villa Castelletto and Casa Castelletto with its annexe, all properties interconnecting via landscaped gardens Villa Castelletto Interiors (600m2 over multiple floors) - Open-plan living-dining room with doors leading to al-fresco terrace - TV lounge with 65-inch smart TV - Fully-equipped kitchen with island, gas cooker, double fridge-freezer, dishwasher, Nespresso machine, wine fridge, water dispenser and ice maker - Bedroom with king-size bed and en suite bathroom - Five bedrooms with twin/king size beds and en suite bathrooms - TechnoGym equipment including running machine, cycling and multi-gym - Spa with Swedish sauna, 6-seater hot tub, steam room and sensory shower - Laundry room - Veranda - Two guests WCs Casa Castelletto Interiors (340m2, two floors) - Open-plan living and dining area with doors leading to garden - TV lounge with 60-inch Sky satellite and smart TV with surround sound system - Kitchen, fully-equipped including dishwasher, double fridge-freezer, wine cooler, water machines, ice-maker, Nespresso machine and breakfast table. Doors lead to breakfast terrace - Master double bedroom with king-size bed and en suite bathroom. Doors lead to small private terrace - Double bedroom with king-size bed and en suite bathroom - Double/twin bedroom with king-size bed and en suite bathroom Casa Castelleto Annexe - Double/twin bedroom with king-size bed, walk-in wardrobe and en suite bathroom. Doors lead to terrace and garden Villa Castelletto Outside Grounds (1 acre) - Heated infinity pool (25-28°C, 12m x 6m), open approximately April to November - Sun loungers - Al-fresco dining and lounge areas - Gas barbecue - Pizza oven - Firepit - Table tennis - Table football - Parking for nine cars - Landscaped terraced garden - Gated and fenced grounds Casa Castelletto Outside Grounds (7 acres) - Swimming pool (21 x 6m) with hot tub feature - Sun  loungers - Large pool house with bar, kitchenette and two showers - Gym with running and rowing machine, punch bag, free weights and Multigym Technogym equipment - Space for yoga (mats provided) - Covered al-fresco dining area with wooden table and benches (for 12-20 guests) - Outdoor kitchen - Barbecue - Large pizza oven - Hammocks - Table football - Table tennis  - Flood-lit tennis court - Air-conditioned yoga studio(15x5m) - Gardens (on various levels) - Olive grove (400 trees) - Parking Villa Castelletto Facilities - Wi-Fi (in house and by pool) - Heating - Fireplace - Air-conditioning - Smart TV with Netflix and Amazon Prime - TVs (in bedrooms) - Bose sound system - Gym equipment - Yoga mats, bricks and exercise balls - Spa - Honesty bar - Safes (in bedrooms) - Hairdryers (in bedrooms) - Washing machine and dryer Casa Castelletto Facilities - Wi-Fi (in house and by pool) - Heating - Air-conditioning - Sky satellite and smart TV (with Netflix and Amazon Prime) - DVD player - TVs with Netflix (in bedrooms) - BOSE sound system - Gym equipment - Air-conditioned yoga studio(15x5m) - Tennis court (inc. rackets and balls) - Honesty bar - Safes (in bedrooms) - Hairdryers (in bedrooms) - Washing machine and dryer