Italy has no shortage of castles, but few offer the spellbinding charm and cultural depth of Castello di Monterado — an aristocratic hideaway nestled between the Adriatic coast and the foothills of the Apennines.

For those seeking a holiday that’s intimate yet extraordinary, this 18th-century residence captures the soul of Le Marche, one of Italy’s least-explored and most rewarding regions. Behind its noble walls lie Napoleonic frescoes, fragrant gardens, and a peaceful swimming pool with views that stretch to the sea. Run with heartfelt care by Orlando and Kira, the castle invites you to slow down, reconnect, and experience the art, history and flavours that have shaped this special corner of Italy.

Whether as a romantic retreat or the centrepiece of a deeper regional journey, Castello di Monterado offers more than a stay — it offers a story to step into.

Travel planning

7  nights sharing a double room

Daily breakfast

Fully comprehensive car hire arranged at the airport

Tailor-made multi-centre holidays combining Monterado with the Conero Riviera, Urbino, or the Sibillini Mountains

🌅 Local Must-Do Experiences

Visits to artisan studios: from paper-making in Fabriano to hat-makers in Montappone

Renaissance city breaks and hidden theatre tours across “the region of a hundred theatres”

Napoleonic grandeur with blue-toned frescoes of Venus & Mars, a red lounge with Apollo’s chariot, private terrace and frescoed bath.

Ceiling frescoes of Aphrodite’s birth and Diana the Huntress. Includes living area and terrace over the surrounding hills.

Playful cherubs and Roman landscapes adorn this cosy suite overlooking the gardens.

Dedicated to wisdom and the arts, with frescoes of Athena, Eros, and Psyche. Views over the formal Italian gardens.

Breakfast: Generous spread of homemade cakes, fruit, breads, local cheeses and cured meats — served in the frescoed dining room.

Dinner: Seasonal menus served in the candlelit castle courtyard, featuring both regional and classic Italian dishes with vegetarian options.

Apéritifs: Local wines, artisanal cocktails and digestifs enjoyed on the panoramic terrace or at the summer pool bar.

Lunch: Light poolside fare including piadine, fresh salads, gelato, and fruit during the summer months.

✔ Outdoor swimming pool with Adriatic views

✔ Italian gardens and peaceful woodlands

✔ Seasonal courtyard bar and summer pool bar

✔ Free Wi-Fi | Private Parking

✔ King-size or twin beds

✔ Air conditioning

✔ modern bathrooms

✔ minibar

19th-century frescoes by Corrado Corradi throughout the historic suites

Family-run with a passion for cultural heritage and personalised hosting

📍 Urbino – Birthplace of Raphael and Renaissance UNESCO gem

📍 Teatro della Fortuna (Fano) – Elegant 19th-century opera house

📍 Senigallia – Blue Flag beaches and vibrant seafood scene

📍 Montappone – Traditional hat-making heritage

📍 Fabriano – UNESCO Creative City of Papermaking

📍 Gola della Rossa e Frasassi – Caves and dramatic walking trails