Le Marche, Macerata, Cingoli, Italy

The farmhouses and the wood, 2 houses, 11.000sqm land and an old countryside church. The key features of this property, just a stone’s throw from the Lake of Cingoli (recently named ‘The Village of Villages 2026’), are: absolute privacy, no neighbours, no houses, no noisy roads; the silence is total, and you are surrounded only by the greenery of the wood and the sounds of nature echoing through it. If you are looking for an enchanted, intimate, special place, this will transport you to another dimension and you will never want to leave. The road winds its way up through the woods; it is unpaved but easy to drive on. Suddenly, a glimpse of the lake opens up, an extraordinary view of the greenery shimmering below you, but you climb a little further because the properties are nestled in the greenery, and there they appear amongst the branches: two large farmhouses and a small, hidden church.
This property is set within 11,000 sqm of woodland and comprises two houses totalling over 600 square metres. The main house is approximately 300 square metres spread over two floors plus the attic; it is beautiful, elegant and classic, with its grand staircase and brick arch above the entrance. It features ceilings with exposed beams and traditional light-coloured brick floors. It needs to be restored to its former beauty; it is poorly maintained and has suffered from neglect, but the structure is in good condition. The light will surprise you; there are many windows, with views over the garden, and the house and woodland intertwine. On the ground floor there is a large living room with many windows, a kitchen, a room with a fireplace, a bathroom and a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, whilst on the upper floor there are six rooms, one of which has a fireplace, plus a bathroom. There is also access to the garden from this floor. The other property, on the other hand, is in a more dilapidated state but the structure is sound; here too, there are approximately 300 square metres spread over two levels, with a more modern design that nevertheless blends in with the landscape. The little church, however, is a small gem waiting to be restored.
The property is suitable for any use – naturally as a private residence, but also as a guesthouse offering visitors an escape from the hustle and bustle of the world and the chaos of the city: a place to unwind and rest, and to organise courses, private events, walks in the woods and trips to the lake. We are in the municipality of Cingoli (Macerata), a stone’s throw from Lake Castriccioni. Within a few kilometres you’ll find yourself in Apiro, and from there you can explore the Verdicchio (the famous white wine) hills, strolling through historic town centres and taking in breathtaking views of the rolling hills stretching towards the sea. The area is rich in history, works of art and churches, but also boasts restaurants, cycle paths and parks – perfect for both those who prefer a more leisurely pace and the more active. Ancona Falconara Airport is 35 minutes away, whilst the stunning Monte Conero area can be reached in just one hour.
Come and experience this property for yourself; you’ll be enchanted.