Holiday apartment for max. 6 persons
Porto Recanati, Italian Adriatic Coast, (Mid-Italian Adriatic coast), Italy

Il Colle Sul Mare Holiday Home is a simple but comfortable villa located in Montarice, Porto Recanati, 2 km from the sea, easily reachable by car or with the free shuttle made available by the municipality. The apartment is ideal for couples and families who want to spend their holidays on the famous Conero Riviera, confirmed as Blue Flag for several years now.
The house offers a total of 6 beds divided into two double bedrooms and a sofa bed, two complete bathrooms with a window and a large private outdoor living space equipped with a table, chairs and a swing for eating out and relaxing.

private garden completely fenced and equipped with tables and chairs for eating outside and a swing for relaxing and barbecue
It has a large terrace equipped with chairs

LE MARCHE - ITALY IN ONE REGION

ITALIAN SECRET

Le Marche is one of Italy’s best-kept secrets. Sandwiched between the Adriatic and its better known neighbours Tuscany and Umbria, this quiet and sparsely-populated region has long slipped under the travel radar. Yet with a string of charming hilltop towns and a landscape ranging from snow-capped Apennine peaks to dreamy beaches and otherworldly caves, it’s the perfect place to experience Italy without the crowds. Outstanding with their geometrical shapes and imposing appearance, Italian castles are not only awe-inspiring but absolutely marvelous – a splendor that is best observed in person. Interestingly, no two castles seem alike and each has unique features that correlate with historical events, natural surroundings, and political changes over the centuries.

RICH HISTORY

Few countries in the world are suffused with such a strong sense of historical continuity as Italy. From the myths that surround the birth of the Etruscan civilization to the foundation of United Italy in the 19thC, past and present are inextricably linked in a seamless web that stretches back over three millennia. This short account provides a thread to guide you through the labyrinth of this complex story. You'll find more detailed local history in the individual town pages.

RESTAURANTS

Marche is centrally located on the eastern Italian coast, nestling between the Apennine Mountains and the Adriatic Sea. The region is characterised by a rugged, mountainous inland and a beach-lined coast, dotted with quaint seaside towns. These variations in the region’s geography are also reflected in its food; seafood is popular, along with rural delicacies such as wild funghi, game, nuts and herbs and the region’s treasured truffles. Coniglio in porchetta, rabbit stuffed with wild fennel is a revered regional speciality, and traditional porchetta made with suckling pig and stuffed into rolls is a popular street food.

Autumn in Le Marche

If you are not fond of hot days and you love the beautiful mild sunny days, when the sun gently caresses your skin and senses, inviting you to spend time in the open air, why don’t you take the chance of a holiday in Marche in Autumn?

THE SCENT OF THE GRAPE HARVEST

Especially in the first part of autumn, the scents of the grape harvest invade the Marche hills. With must they make the typical, soft donuts that you can find in many local bakeries, must biscuits, perfect to be served with “vino cotto” (literally “cooked wine”) and “sughetti” (a kind of polenta made of must, corn flour and walnuts). When the must is cooked for a long time, sapa is produced: it is a sweet and sticky ingredient perfect for seasoning polenta and making cavallucci (a typical local biscuit). In Montecassiano the festival of sughitti is held during the last week of September. The oldest Sagra dell’Uva (wine festival) in Italy is held in Cupramontana at the beginning of October: it’s a festival with food, music, dances and, of course, Sir Wine.

OLIVE HARVEST & OLIVE OIL

One of the most magical moments in Marche, and in Italy in general, happens at the end of October / beginning of November: this is the month of the olive harvest, when you will see many people working around the olive trees to pick the precious fruit. Do not hesitate: the new oil, with its intense green color, is immediately ready to be tasted and purchased. If you have friends who have a farmhouse in the countryside with olive grove, ask them to invite you for the harvest: it will be a beautiful moment to share with your friends and then you can bring the olives to the mill and attend to the production of your own olive oil.

THE FOLIAGE OF CANFAITO BEECH FOREST

If you want to make an experience of colours, then you can’t miss the Canfaito beech forest: every year you can enjoy the same and always different show of the beech leaves changing colours. You’ll feel like under a golden dome made of yellow, orange and red leaves. Just enjoy a relaxing walk under the beech trees and don’t forget to stop by Elcito, a tiny untouched village, where you can breathe an atmosphere of old times, when shepherds woke up at dawn, spent the whole day out with their animals, longing to go back home and find some warmth in front of the fireplace with their families.

MEDIOEVAL VILLAGES

Visiting the numerous Medieval villages spotted all around Marche may be quite a challenge under the August sun, but doing it in Autumn, when the air is still warm and sun lights up the stones that make up the town walls, has a totally different appeal. Stroll through the narrow streets of the Marchigiano towns, where a beautiful panorama awaits you at every corner. Difficult to recommend a village: just switch off your satellite navigator, follow a less traveled road and certainly you will find a quiet and nice village waiting to welcome you.

CHESTNUT FESTIVAL

The good and sweet smell of roasted chestnuts is one of the nicest in autumn. You can go yourself to look for chestunts and then cook them at your place or, if you are not sporty enough, there are many chestnut festivals in October, especially in the Sibillini area, where people roast chestunts along the roads and you can buy a cone. The most famous chestnut festivals in Marche are in Smerillo and Montemonaco. Smerillo is particularly famous also for being one of the balconies of Marche: thanks to its elevated position, you can admire wide open views, stretching from the Sibillini mountains to the sea, passing through the rolling hills and medieval villages.

TRUFFEL

Autumn also offers another delicious, sought-after and highly appreciated product: truffles. Two are the most important events in Marche dedicated to truffles: the National Fair of White Truffle in Acqualagna and Diamanti a Tavola in Amandola, dedicated to the precious white truffles of the Sibillini. The most famous chestnut festivals in Marche are in Smerillo and Montemonaco. Smerillo is particularly famous also for being one of the balconies of Marche: thanks to its elevated position, you can admire wide open views, stretching from the Sibillini mountains to the sea, passing through the rolling hills and medieval villages.

THE CONERO AREA IN PEACE

Ok the temperature is not suitable for a swim but the Conero without the crowds of summer allows you to make many experiences, from cycling to walking (we especially recommend two trips: the viewpoint up to Passo del Lupo, and that from the Belvedere) as well as visiting the villages of Sirolo and Numana.

Discover Le Marche and start building your trip!

MARCHE - THE BEST OF - THE MUST SEE PLACES
https://us/Explore/Must-See-palces

THEME ITINERARIES

MARCHE IN BLUE - THE MOST BEAUTIFUL BEACHES OF THE MARCHE
https://us/Explore/The-Marche-Region-in-Blue

THE GENIUS OF MARCHE - ART AND CULTURE
https://us/Explore/Art-and-Culture

TYPIACL MARCHE - TASTE AND TRADITIONS
https://us/Explore/Taste-and-tradition

MADE IN MARCHE - SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
https://us/Explore/Skills-and-expertise

LE MARCHE RURALI - ROLLING HILLS AND ANCIENT VILLAGE
https://us/Explore/Rolling-Hills-and-Ancient-Villages

GREEN MARCHE - NATURAL PARKS AND RESERVES
https://us/Explore/Parks-and-Active-Nature

SOUL OF MARCHE - SPIRITUALITY AND MEDITATION
https://us/Explore/Spirituality-and-Meditation

LE MARCHE FOR KIDS - ITINERARIES AND PLACES FOR FAMILIES
https://us/Explore/Marche-Family

MARCHE OF SCIENCE - THE PLACES OF SCIENCE AND TECHNIQUES
https://us/Explore/Science-and-Technology

WELLNESS MARCHE - THERMAL AND WELLNESS CENTERS
https://us/Explore/Wellness

MARCHE MOVIES - CINETURISTIC ITINERARIES
https://us/Explore/Marche-Movies

THE MARCHE ON FOOT - TREKKING
https://us/Explore/Trekking

MARCHE BY BYKE
https://us/Explore/Marche-By-Bike

private parking in the structure

The house is arranged as follows:living area:gardenlarge living room with sofa bed, dining table, bookcase, large terrace equipped with chairs, fireplacekitchen equipped with hob with 4 burners, fridge and freezer, sink and cupboardssleeping area:1 double bedroom1 double bedroom1 complete bathroom with shower, toilet, sink and window1 complete bathroom with shower, toilet, sink and windowWELCOME COURTESY KIT PROVIDED3 towels per person (1 shower towel, 1 face towel, 1 bidet towel)2 sheets per bed2 x Pillow CasesBATH:1 shower mat for each bathroom1 liquid hand soap with disposable dispenser for each bathroom1 shower liquid shampoo with disposable dispenser for each bathroom2 rolls of banded toilet paper for each bathroomKITCHEN1 disposable kitchen kit containing kitchen sponge cloth, kitchen dish sponge, liquid dish detergent, dishwasher tab, garbage bags1 bottle of water1 roll of paper towels1 kitchen dishclothCLEANINGCleaning is carried out at every changeINTERNETWi-Fi available free of chargeAIR CONDITIONING AND HEATINGthe house isn't equipped with air conditioningIn the summer I provide fans if necessaryCHILDRENChildren are welcome and we can provide cots and high chairs in each room upon requestI provide toys, children's books.ACCESSIBILITY'the house has an independent entranceVIEWThe view is of the neighborhood and of the seaCITY TAX€1.50 per person per night. Free for children under 12 years old.Free after 8 nights.NOISEthe house is located in a residential neighborhood and is quite quiet.The doors and windows are of good quality.ANIMALSyour 4-legged friends are welcome but must be reported before arrivalPARKINGprivate outdoor parkingLUGGAGE STORAGEThere is a warehouse for luggage storage not far from the structure10 euros per suitcase per day

Arrival between 16:00 and 20:00Departure within 10:00

Il Colle Sul Mare Holiday Home is a simple but comfortable villa located in Montarice, Porto Recanati, 2 km from the sea, easily reachable by car or with the free shuttle made available by the municipality. The apartment is ideal for couples and families who want to spend their holidays on the famous Conero Riviera, confirmed as Blue Flag for several years now.The house offers a total of 6 beds divided into two double bedrooms and a sofa bed, two complete bathrooms with a window and a large private outdoor living space equipped with a table, chairs and a swing for eating out and relaxing.private garden completely fenced and equipped with tables and chairs for eating outside and a swing for relaxing and barbecueIt has a large terrace equipped with chairsLE MARCHE - ITALY IN ONE REGIONITALIAN SECRETLe Marche is one of Italy’s best-kept secrets. Sandwiched between the Adriatic and its better known neighbours Tuscany and Umbria, this quiet and sparsely-populated region has long slipped under the travel radar. Yet with a string of charming hilltop towns and a landscape ranging from snow-capped Apennine peaks to dreamy beaches and otherworldly caves, it’s the perfect place to experience Italy without the crowds. Outstanding with their geometrical shapes and imposing appearance, Italian castles are not only awe-inspiring but absolutely marvelous – a splendor that is best observed in person. Interestingly, no two castles seem alike and each has unique features that correlate with historical events, natural surroundings, and political changes over the centuries.RICH HISTORYFew countries in the world are suffused with such a strong sense of historical continuity as Italy. From the myths that surround the birth of the Etruscan civilization to the foundation of United Italy in the 19thC, past and present are inextricably linked in a seamless web that stretches back over three millennia. This short account provides a thread to guide you through the labyrinth of this complex story. You'll find more detailed local history in the individual town pages.RESTAURANTSMarche is centrally located on the eastern Italian coast, nestling between the Apennine Mountains and the Adriatic Sea. The region is characterised by a rugged, mountainous inland and a beach-lined coast, dotted with quaint seaside towns. These variations in the region’s geography are also reflected in its food; seafood is popular, along with rural delicacies such as wild funghi, game, nuts and herbs and the region’s treasured truffles. Coniglio in porchetta, rabbit stuffed with wild fennel is a revered regional speciality, and traditional porchetta made with suckling pig and stuffed into rolls is a popular street food.Autumn in Le MarcheIf you are not fond of hot days and you love the beautiful mild sunny days, when the sun gently caresses your skin and senses, inviting you to spend time in the open air, why don’t you take the chance of a holiday in Marche in Autumn?THE SCENT OF THE GRAPE HARVESTEspecially in the first part of autumn, the scents of the grape harvest invade the Marche hills. With must they make the typical, soft donuts that you can find in many local bakeries, must biscuits, perfect to be served with “vino cotto” (literally “cooked wine”) and “sughetti” (a kind of polenta made of must, corn flour and walnuts). When the must is cooked for a long time, sapa is produced: it is a sweet and sticky ingredient perfect for seasoning polenta and making cavallucci (a typical local biscuit). In Montecassiano the festival of sughitti is held during the last week of September. The oldest Sagra dell’Uva (wine festival) in Italy is held in Cupramontana at the beginning of October: it’s a festival with food, music, dances and, of course, Sir Wine.OLIVE HARVEST & OLIVE OILOne of the most magical moments in Marche, and in Italy in general, happens at the end of October / beginning of November: this is the month of the olive harvest, when you will see many people working around the olive trees to pick the precious fruit. Do not hesitate: the new oil, with its intense green color, is immediately ready to be tasted and purchased. If you have friends who have a farmhouse in the countryside with olive grove, ask them to invite you for the harvest: it will be a beautiful moment to share with your friends and then you can bring the olives to the mill and attend to the production of your own olive oil.THE FOLIAGE OF CANFAITO BEECH FORESTIf you want to make an experience of colours, then you can’t miss the Canfaito beech forest: every year you can enjoy the same and always different show of the beech leaves changing colours. You’ll feel like under a golden dome made of yellow, orange and red leaves. Just enjoy a relaxing walk under the beech trees and don’t forget to stop by Elcito, a tiny untouched village, where you can breathe an atmosphere of old times, when shepherds woke up at dawn, spent the whole day out with their animals, longing to go back home and find some warmth in front of the fireplace with their families.MEDIOEVAL VILLAGESVisiting the numerous Medieval villages spotted all around Marche may be quite a challenge under the August sun, but doing it in Autumn, when the air is still warm and sun lights up the stones that make up the town walls, has a totally different appeal. Stroll through the narrow streets of the Marchigiano towns, where a beautiful panorama awaits you at every corner. Difficult to recommend a village: just switch off your satellite navigator, follow a less traveled road and certainly you will find a quiet and nice village waiting to welcome you.CHESTNUT FESTIVALThe good and sweet smell of roasted chestnuts is one of the nicest in autumn. You can go yourself to look for chestunts and then cook them at your place or, if you are not sporty enough, there are many chestnut festivals in October, especially in the Sibillini area, where people roast chestunts along the roads and you can buy a cone. The most famous chestnut festivals in Marche are in Smerillo and Montemonaco. Smerillo is particularly famous also for being one of the balconies of Marche: thanks to its elevated position, you can admire wide open views, stretching from the Sibillini mountains to the sea, passing through the rolling hills and medieval villages.TRUFFELAutumn also offers another delicious, sought-after and highly appreciated product: truffles. Two are the most important events in Marche dedicated to truffles: the National Fair of White Truffle in Acqualagna and Diamanti a Tavola in Amandola, dedicated to the precious white truffles of the Sibillini. The most famous chestnut festivals in Marche are in Smerillo and Montemonaco. Smerillo is particularly famous also for being one of the balconies of Marche: thanks to its elevated position, you can admire wide open views, stretching from the Sibillini mountains to the sea, passing through the rolling hills and medieval villages.THE CONERO AREA IN PEACEOk the temperature is not suitable for a swim but the Conero without the crowds of summer allows you to make many experiences, from cycling to walking (we especially recommend two trips: the viewpoint up to Passo del Lupo, and that from the Belvedere) as well as visiting the villages of Sirolo and Numana.Discover Le Marche and start building your trip!MARCHE - THE BEST OF - THE MUST SEE PLACEShttps://us/Explore/Must-See-palcesTHEME ITINERARIESMARCHE IN BLUE - THE MOST BEAUTIFUL BEACHES OF THE MARCHEhttps://us/Explore/The-Marche-Region-in-BlueTHE GENIUS OF MARCHE - ART AND CULTUREhttps://us/Explore/Art-and-CultureTYPIACL MARCHE - TASTE AND TRADITIONShttps://us/Explore/Taste-and-traditionMADE IN MARCHE - SKILLS AND EXPERTISEhttps://us/Explore/Skills-and-expertiseLE MARCHE RURALI - ROLLING HILLS AND ANCIENT VILLAGEhttps://us/Explore/Rolling-Hills-and-Ancient-VillagesGREEN MARCHE - NATURAL PARKS AND RESERVEShttps://us/Explore/Parks-and-Active-NatureSOUL OF MARCHE - SPIRITUALITY AND MEDITATIONhttps://us/Explore/Spirituality-and-MeditationLE MARCHE FOR KIDS - ITINERARIES AND PLACES FOR FAMILIEShttps://us/Explore/Marche-FamilyMARCHE OF SCIENCE - THE PLACES OF SCIENCE AND TECHNIQUEShttps://us/Explore/Science-and-TechnologyWELLNESS MARCHE - THERMAL AND WELLNESS CENTERShttps://us/Explore/WellnessMARCHE MOVIES - CINETURISTIC ITINERARIEShttps://us/Explore/Marche-MoviesTHE MARCHE ON FOOT - TREKKINGhttps://us/Explore/TrekkingMARCHE BY BYKEhttps://us/Explore/Marche-By-Bikeprivate parking in the structure