Villa Colticciola, an agriturismo in Le Marche between Monte Catria and the Furlo Gorge

Not a vacation, but a pause button? A place where you wake up in the morning to a view of rolling hills, where silence is truly silent, and where you naturally start to slow down? Augusto and his wife warmly welcome you to their agriturismo.

Villa Colticciola Agriturismo is located at an altitude of about 500 meters, on a small hill at the foot of Monte Catria. It lies right in that rugged, green border region between Le Marche and Umbria, where the Apennines shape the landscape.

This is Le Marche at its best: friendly, authentic, unpretentious, and surprisingly versatile. You’re here near Cagli (in the province of Pesaro-Urbino), on the picturesque Strada Cagli-Pergola, with plenty of opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, enjoying nature, and wonderful day trips to art cities and hidden villages.

Why You’d Want to Be Here

Villa Colticciola stands on ancient foundations with traces dating back to around the year 1,000; it even features a small museum space with artifacts from the agricultural culture of the last century.

Highlights for nature lovers

• Panoramic view of the valley and the inland hills
• Hiking and mountain biking trails right in the area
• An indoor swimming pool (that can be opened) with chromotherapy: a rare luxury in the mountains, and ideal outside of peak season
• For just a few euros a day, you can rent mountain bikes (with helmets) to explore the beautiful surroundings by bike

Sleep in peace and quiet: spacious apartments

Villa Colticciola is set up as a lodging with three apartments, each featuring a kitchenette and a bathroom. This gives you the freedom of your own space: have breakfast whenever you want, cook your own meals with local ingredients, and sit outside in the evening with only the sound of crickets in the background.

• Il Serrone: spacious 3-bedroom apartment for up to 7 people
• Il Ranco: 1 bedroom, suitable for 2–3 people with an extra bed
• Il Poggio: on the 1st floor, with 2 bedrooms, for 3+1 people

Indoor pool with chromotherapy: wellness in the Apennines

One of the biggest surprises here: the pool. Villa Colticciola features a rectangular, retractable indoor pool with Roman steps and chromotherapy. It’s designed so you can swim and relax all year round.

That makes this agriturismo especially appealing in the spring and fall after a day of hiking, a great place to cool off in the summer without the crowds, and even in the winter thanks to the indoor pool.

Taste Le Marche: Organic Farm & Small Shop

Villa Colticciola is part of an organic farm on a large estate. The family raises cows of the unique Marchigiana breed for high-quality beef (IGP: geographically protected breed). You can also buy farm products (such as legumes and grains). You can prepare your own meals in your apartment. It’s that “farm-to-table” experience that fits so well with Slow travel. There’s a communal barbecue in the garden.

Things to Do in the Area: Nature, Villages, and UNESCO

This is the perfect base for day trips, without having to spend hours in the car every day.

1. Gola del Furlo: rugged gorge, emerald-green water

The Gola del Furlo is an impressive gorge in a protected Nature reserve, carved out by the Candigliano River between steep rock faces. It’s perfect for short hikes, scenic viewpoints, and photography.

2. Monte Catria: Mountain Air, Views, and the Seasons

Monte Catria defines the horizon here. It looks different in every season: fresh green in the spring, golden in late summer, and in the winter, it sometimes feels like you’re truly in the mountains.

3. Cagli: an authentic little town that serves as a base

Cagli is your “everything-is-close-by” town: convenient for grocery shopping, grabbing an espresso in the square, and going out for dinner.

4. Urbino (UNESCO) and Gubbio (Umbria)

By car, you can reach Urbino (Renaissance, UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Gubbio (medieval Umbria) relatively quickly. Travel times vary depending on the route and season, but these are typical day trips from Cagli.

Practical Information: Location and Accessibility of Villa Colticciola

• Location: Strada Cagli-Pergola 120, 61043 Cagli (PU), Italy.
• You’ll be staying here in a mountainous area, a short distance from Cagli.
• Good to know: The last few kilometers may feel a bit more rural (as is often the case in the hills)—which is part of the charm.

Who is Villa Colticciola ideal for?

• Hikers and cyclists who love to head straight out into nature.
• Travelers looking for peace and quiet, but who still want to take day trips to explore culture and unique villages.
• If you also enjoy traveling outside of the summer months and consider a pool or spa a big plus.

FAQ: Villa Colticciola

Where is Villa Colticciola located?
Near Cagli in Le Marche (Pesaro-Urbino province), at the foot of Monte Catria.

Does Villa Colticciola have a swimming pool?
Yes: an indoor swimming pool (that can be opened) with chromotherapy and a Roman staircase.

Is this a good starting point for exploring nature?
That’s for sure: you’re in the Apennines and close to nature reserves such as the Gola del Furlo.

Are there any apartments (self-catering)?
Yes, the property has 3 apartments.

When is Villa Colticciola open?

The agriturismo is open from early April through late October.