Oliveto Estate is a private luxury hilltop retreat in Le Marche, Italy — featured in Vogue, The Sunday Times, Condé Nast Traveller, Elle Decor, and Esquire. Set across 9 acres of manicured gardens and olive grove, the estate offers two villas sleeping up to 22 guests in total, with world-class wellness facilities, a dedicated concierge, and access to some of the most authentic experiences Italy has to offer. It's been described as 'the Four Seasons of retreat venues' by guests who know.

Every stay is completely tailored. We host private family holidays, group celebrations, wellness breaks, adventure holidays, gastronomic tours, cultural immersions, intimate weddings for under 40 guests, and multi-generational family retreats. We also run a programme of hosted retreats throughout the year — yoga, pilates, wellness, cycling, cooking, and cultural retreats led by world-class facilitators — which you can join as an individual or small group via our Join a Retreat page.

All year round. Le Marche's four seasons each offer something distinct: spring for wildflowers, festivals, and fresh produce; summer for long beach days and the Adriatic; autumn for truffle season and harvest; winter for cosier stays and fewer crowds. The villas are fully heated and air conditioned throughout.

Villa Olivo sleeps up to 14 guests across 7 ensuite bedrooms with 1,600 sqm of luxury indoor and alfresco living space, its own spa, two pools, one heatable, and two gyms. Villa Oliveto sleeps up to 8 guests across 4 ensuite bedrooms, set within its own olive grove, with 2,400 sqm of living space, a tennis court, the yoga studio, and enchanting gardens with sea views. Book both for the full Oliveto Estate Takeover — 22 guests across 11 ensuite bedrooms and the full run of 9 acres.

Yes — completely. Your villa and all its facilities are exclusively yours for the duration of your stay. No shared spaces with other guests, no strangers at breakfast. This is one of the things visitors consistently mention as defining the Oliveto experience.

Yes. Each villa has its own private driveway, gated entrance, pool, and facilities, so two independent groups can stay simultaneously without crossing paths. If you're booking just one villa, we'll let you know whether the other is occupied, and you can request first refusal on it.

All 11 bedrooms are ensuite with shower, hairdryer, digital safe, air conditioning and heating, TV with Netflix and Prime, WiFi, a dressing gown per guest, and a Davines toiletries set. Beds are made in your chosen configuration on arrival. Lockable bedroom doors throughout. Travel cots available on request.

Yes — all bedrooms are king or twin configurable. The Oliveto annex room has a king plus single. Just let us know your preferences before arrival and everything will be set up.

Villa Olivo includes a spa with 6-seat jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, and shower; two swimming pools, two fully equipped gyms, a yoga studio with outdoor deck and shala, a tennis court, a pool bar, a fire pit, and 9 acres of gardens, olive grove, and nature.

The 75 sqm purpose-built studio overlooks the sea and olive grove, catching both sunrise and sunset. It has a 45 sqm outdoor deck, air conditioning and heating, blackout blinds, a projector and screen, Bluetooth Sonos speaker, and built-in ceiling bars for aerial yoga or TRX.

Yes — we work with the best regional therapists and book treatments around your stay. Available treatments include Brazilian lymphatic drainage, therapeutic and deep tissue massage, Thai massage, Watsu, and beauty therapies. Book at least 4 weeks in advance to secure availability.

The pools, spa, tennis, gyms, gardens, and studio keep most guests happily occupied. We can also arrange private yoga or pilates, in-villa massage, personal training, tennis lessons, cooking demonstrations, wine or olive oil evenings, or aperitivo at the fire pit.

Truffle hunting, mountain biking, guided hikes, boat tours, kayaking, SUP, sailing, Vespa tours, wine tastings, olive oil tours, cooking classes, food tours, private dining, cultural tours, Frasassi Caves, the Conero Riviera, and craft workshops.

It's one of our favourite things to host. The estate is a beautiful setting for milestone celebrations, intimate weddings for under 40 guests, hen parties, landmark birthdays, and anniversary trips. We'll work with you on catering, flowers, layout, and experiences.

Yes — spacious grounds, a relaxed pace, babysitting services, baby gear on request, and a kitchen that caters for all ages make Oliveto work beautifully for families of all configurations.

Civitanova Alta is a 2-minute drive away. Civitanova Marche and the coast are 10 minutes away. Further afield, Monte Conero, the Sibillini Mountains, Loreto, Macerata, Ancona, Frasassi Caves, Ascoli Piceno, and Urbino are all easily accessible.

Yes. Our Join a Retreat programme lists upcoming retreats throughout the year — yoga, pilates, wellness, cycling, cooking, cultural, corporate, and more — led by world-class facilitators from around the world.

The programme covers yoga, meditation, breathwork, barre, fitness, sound healing, crystal healing, pilates, personal development, executive coaching, women's empowerment, cycling, cultural immersion, cooking, gastronomic, wellness, and longevity retreats.

Each retreat is run independently by its leader. Visit the Join a Retreat page, browse the calendar, then click through to the retreat leader's own booking page to reserve your place.

We'd love to help. Whether it's a wellness escape with friends, a gastronomic holiday with family, an adventure trip with colleagues, or a celebration, we can tailor a bespoke itinerary around your group.

Le Marche sits between the Apennine Mountains and the Adriatic Sea, with 170km of Blue Flag coastline, hilltop villages, the Sibillini national park, Frasassi Caves, UNESCO heritage sites, cycling routes, DOC wines, and authentic Italian hospitality.

Le Marche is a true slow food region. Highlights include truffles, handmade pasta, brodetto fish stew, shellfish, olive ascolane, ciauscolo sausage, local pecorino, Castelluccio lentils, Verdicchio, Rosso Conero, and Lacrima di Morro d'Alba.

Le Marche has 170km of Blue Flag Adriatic coastline, from the golden sands of Civitanova Marche to the dramatic cliffs and hidden coves of the Conero Riviera.

Exceptionally. Activities include road and mountain biking, hiking, paragliding, kayaking, canoeing, skiing, sailing, horseback riding, and rock climbing.

We work with carefully chosen local chefs who cook with fresh, seasonal, locally grown produce rooted in Le Marche's traditions. They handle shopping, preparation, service, and full kitchen clean-up.

We flex around your group: breakfast only, brunch, breakfast and lunch, brunch and dinner, or full board. Plated or buffet, or a mix of both. If you prefer to self-cater, both villa kitchens are fully equipped.

Absolutely. Vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, Mediterranean, dairy-free, and gluten-free menus are all available. Share allergies and intolerances before arrival and our chefs build menus accordingly.

There are several excellent restaurants nearby, from rustic trattorias in the hills to seafood spots on the Adriatic. Our concierge can recommend places and make reservations on your behalf.

We charge a seasonal rental price for exclusive use of each villa. Tourist tax is quoted separately. Food, transport, experiences, pool heating, and housekeeping are all quoted and can be bundled upfront.

No — the minimum cost is the villa rental, regardless of how many guests you have. Some experiences may have minimum guest requirements.

Included: filtered still and sparkling water and ice, tea and coffee starter kit, access to all villa facilities, towels, Davines toiletries, dressing gowns, ready-made beds, laundry starter kit, cleaning supplies, and concierge service.

Charged separately: pool heating, food and drink, tourist tax, honesty bar items, midweek clean, additional housekeeping, extra laundry, transport, experiences, and extended concierge support.

Ancona Falconara is closest at 35 minutes' drive. Others include Perugia, Rimini, Pescara, Bologna, and Rome.

Yes — taxi, minibus, or coach transfers can be arranged at additional cost. No Uber operates in the area, so pre-booking is important.

Not necessarily. We can arrange transfers and experiences. If you want independence, car hire is recommended.

Check-in is from 4pm. Check-out is by 10am. Early arrival or late departure may be possible by request.

Bring a refillable water bottle, swimwear, suncream, sunglasses, insect repellent, seasonal layers, walking shoes, flip-flops, a small backpack, and plug adaptors.

Yes, throughout both villas and the gardens. Bluetooth speaker zones are also set up across the estate.

Both villas have fully equipped laundry rooms. Dry-cleaning pickup can also be arranged, excluding Sundays, at the dry-cleaner's fee plus pickup and delivery.

Yes — we recommend a policy covering injury, cancellation, lost luggage, and repatriation.