Casal dei Fichi lives up to all its rave reviews. The apartments are top quality and extremely well kitted out. The view is amazing, we ate in far more than anticipated just because we couldn't beat the location. Bob and Ian are the perfect hosts, unobstrusive yet mines of local information. They gave us loads of top tips for days out in the mountains and the coast as well as guiding us to local restaurants. They generously allow you to pick produce from their veggie plot and fruit trees and their pets will love you to if you want them to. They also put on a pizza night using the authentic pizza oven in the garden.
We travelled as two couples and rented the two linked apartments, Raffaello and Rossini which was an ideal combination of shared and private space. We made loads of use of our garden space and the swimming pool. In fact some days we didn't leave Casal dei Fichi. We will definitely return and are currently sorting out dates for one of the Gourmet Olive Weekends.

Top marks from vitually all reviewers says it all.Mountains,beaches and good food are all within an hour or twos drive.Hard to think how Bob and Ian could improve on the package that they already offer.Its worth stopping at one of the bigger supermarkets on the way in from Ancona airport as the choice and quality of food and wine is amazing.More local shops and supermarkets are still good but do not offer the same huge choice that is available at the larger stores.

Attention to detail is the key to why Casa dei Fichi is so special. Bob and Ian are perfect hosts - unobtrusive but there with advice on restaurants or places to visit. The views from the apartment across countryside to the hill towns of the Marche are spectacular.

The location can not be beaten for some genuine peace and quiet. The views provide a gentle massage for the eyes and one can relax by the pool for a whole day just taking in the scenery. The villa is situated in a totally unspoilt part of Italy which brings relaxation just to think of it. It's great for walkers too if you don't mind making your own tracks.

Bob and Ian have thought of everything in terms of visitor needs, and even the pets make you feel welcome. We will certainly return...