IT1285 Reggia dell'Olio

Renaissance palace for rent – This former aristocratic residence is a splendid example of Renaissance architecture set in the heart of a charming medieval village in the Sabine hills near Rieti. Precious frescoes with deceptive visual effects and original period furniture grace each room of this exclusive property. A magnificent large dining hall will be the perfect setting for your special dinners to mark an occasion with family and friends. Venture through the corridors to find a huge billiard room and a study stocked with table games for your entertainment. You will be amazed to also discover an indoor sundial and in the basement an ancient cellar and dungeon!

This is the home of an award-winning garden designer which will become evident as you stroll through the beautiful grounds abundant with brightly coloured flowers, mature shrubs and trees. A giant pergola creates a wonderful, shady area in which to relax and for a full experience of Reggia dell'Olio’s hospitality you must try the housekeeper’s acclaimed gourmet dinners served in the enchanting ‘Loggia’.

Extensive parkland and rolling hills are the natural backdrop to Reggia dell'Olio, sitting at the very top of the ancient village of Oliveto, 600m above sea level. The local shops are just round the corner and many fascinating historic villages, such as Monteleone Sabino, Rocca Sinibalda and Torricella in Sabina are scattered among these hills and well worth a visit. Rome, ‘the eternal city’, is just over 1 hour’s drive.