In a tiny medieval hamlet on a hilltop, surrounded by ancient walls and referred to locally as 'the duke's castle', this extraordinary apartment sits on the outskirts of Rome, with the River Tiber nearby and the Marcigliana Nature Reserve just next door. A magical place to stay, with easy access to the city and a small town just a short walk away, it's bursting with character.

Bound to be a hit with history lovers, there's a lot to see here, from ancient beamed ceilings and a gigantic fireplace to terracotta floors and pretty-as-a-picture windows. Your home is nestled within a little warren, where you catch glimpses across the gardens and olive trees which you're welcome to wander. Perfect for a small family or a couple of friends, you can read all morning in your cool living room, with its high ceilings and traditional furnishings, before padding out across the lawns to the shared swimming pool. And later, why not walk to the nearby shops for some ingredients to eat at home, or jump on the train to be in the city for dinner in less than forty-five minutes.


Home truths:
*The mezzanine bedroom, with twin beds, is open to the rest of the living space below.
*Right on the outskirts of the city, it's possible to walk to the nearest supermarket in around fifteen minutes and the train to Rome is a ten-minute walk.
*There are some major roads nearby but we found it surprisingly quiet.
*You'll have private parking.
*A travel cot is available for little ones.
*The shower pressure here isn't the strongest.
*As seen in the photos, there are some internal stairs – this may not be suitable for those with restricted mobility.