The Gatekeeper of Rome
2 guests
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1 bedroom, 1 bed
1 bathroom
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Live out your Italian Castello dreams at this oh-so-regal apartment housed in a medieval hamlet standing high on a hill within striking distance of Rome (a twenty-minute journey, to be exact). Behind the charming ochre facades and fairy-tale towers, discover a lofty apartment oozing period character. Once belonging to a Duke, you can almost feel the history and drama played out within its majestic walls. The portico arches remain to elegantly space out the open-plan apartment, while everything else has been reimagined to deliver all the creature comforts, including a smart kitchen space to rustle up a light bite to eat. Pad out across the cool, terracotta tiles onto the suntrap shared courtyard for alfresco breakfasts. Then beat the heat with a dip in the sublime shared pool cradled by pine and olive trees. Thanks to its elevated position, perched between the Marcigliana Nature Reserve, River Tiber, and the Reatini Mountains beyond, it's blissfully quiet, and the views are spell-bounding. And if you're impressed with the panoramas now, imagine this place at golden hour with an Aperol spritz in your hand. When it's time to come back down to earth from this mighty perch, the village of Settebagni is just a five-minute stroll for a slice of authentic Italian life – think pizzerias and a sprinkling of trattorias. And of course, there's Rome. Hop on the train at Settebagni Station (a ten-minute walk), and you can be in downtown Rome in twenty minutes – just enough time to cram in a planning session for an afternoon of sight-hopping in Rome. Just think of the places you'll go.
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Highlights
![Hop on the train into downtown Rome – you'll be there in just twenty minutes](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/f73a1689-1b3e-4cd3-b064-703b147409c1/d0d7ea21-4e55-4ecf-b8c0-de3179921d2b..jpg?w=480&fit=min)
Hop on the train into downtown Rome – you'll be there in just twenty minutes
![Prepare to make an entrance at this oh-so-Italian Castello](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/f73a1689-1b3e-4cd3-b064-703b147409c1/a8742371-bd65-43b5-b9a7-005a0ab9ca04..jpg?rect=734%2C4%2C1113%2C1112&w=480&fit=min)
Prepare to make an entrance at this oh-so-Italian Castello
![Beat the heat with a dip in the shared pool](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/f73a1689-1b3e-4cd3-b064-703b147409c1/69635126-02e4-4ad0-a05f-35ae05f626c6..jpg?rect=530%2C0%2C1117%2C1117&w=480&fit=min)
Beat the heat with a dip in the shared pool
![Savour lazy breakfasts of flaky cornettos and stiff expressos on the shared terrace](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/f73a1689-1b3e-4cd3-b064-703b147409c1/38441fd0-e14f-4434-862a-582c1b84d263..jpg?rect=8%2C103%2C1014%2C1013&w=480&fit=min)
Savour lazy breakfasts of flaky cornettos and stiff expressos on the shared terrace
![Make morning strolls around the Castello estate part of your new routine](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/f73a1689-1b3e-4cd3-b064-703b147409c1/d7aaa915-021c-4874-b774-2a93eb972097..jpg?rect=113%2C33%2C1084%2C1083&w=480&fit=min)
Make morning strolls around the Castello estate part of your new routine
![Bank a blissfully quiet night's sleep – there's no inner city bustle to disturb you here](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/f73a1689-1b3e-4cd3-b064-703b147409c1/bfd8b664-84fb-47e4-8535-bca1e4c7dd2d..jpg?rect=734%2C16%2C1101%2C1100&w=480&fit=min)
Bank a blissfully quiet night's sleep – there's no inner city bustle to disturb you here
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Home truths
There’s ample car parking on the estate
Child-friendly amenities include a cot, just request with your host in advance
There’s a laptop-friendly space for remote working, if you must
There’s two supermarkets to pick up essentials just a ten-minute walk away in the neighbouring village of Settebagni
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Parking available
Swimming pool
Garden
TV
Fridge
Bedrooms & bathrooms
1 bedroom, 1 bed
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
24/7 concierge
Cab booking
Luggage storage
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Rome
One need only wander down one of Rome’s cobblestoned streets to be suddenly struck by the lingering traces of ancient life. While here, you can check one of the seven wonders of the world off your list while exploring the 2,000-year-old Colosseum, where gladiators fought while thousands of spectators looked on. The Pantheon and Roman Forum are also within walking distance, making it easy to explore almost the entirety of...
Get around
Airport
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino
32 min
Train station
Settebagni
12 min
Bus stop
Salaria- Salita Marcigliana
8 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
10 min
Cafe
9 min
Pharmacy
12 min
Points of interest
Beach
Beach
38 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Pets welcome
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 14:00
Departure before 11:00
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
5
days
Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Castello
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Joseph loves this beautiful property and wants to make sure his guests love it too. He’s on-hand to make sure you have the best possible stay.
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