An opulent seafront estate at the doorstep of Rome previously owned by the Italian royalty and Jean Paul Getty<\/p>\n
Built in 1640 above the ruins of two Imperial Roman villas by Italian royalty, La Vecchia Villa is a special place. Heading the project was Prince Orsini and for centuries to follow, the Italian\/Hungarian Odescalchi aristocratic family used the residence for esteemed guests and travellers en route to Rome.<\/p>\n
Jean Paul Getty, oil tycoon, philanthropist, and world renowned art collector, restored the property as his Italian seaside hideaway and commissioned Federico Zeri to decorate it with 17th-century European furniture, tapestries and paintings.<\/p>\n
This immaculate, luxurious, and historical property is situated on the rocks overlooking the Tyrrhenian sea, just forty minutes from the centre of Rome.<\/p>\n
La Posta Vecchia is filled with antiques, books, and paintings. The villa also serves as a magnificent museum, exhibiting the remains of its two original ancient Roman villas beneath, their mosaics, and other various artefacts.<\/p>\n
The entire property and gated grounds provides absolute tranquility in seclusion. Facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool with sea views, direct access to its own private beach and a beauty centre.<\/p>\n
The gardens surrounding the villa\u2019s structures have been landscaped with close care and are ideal to wander and relax in.<\/p>\n
The villa can also arrange for more vigorous pursuits, including tennis, horse-riding and golf. Guests are welcome to borrow a bicycle and take to the paths that run along the coast or request a boat ride to nearby coastal spots, or guided tours of the many intriguing and beautiful Etruscan ruins in the vicinity.<\/p>\n
La Posta Vecchia\u2019s elegant dining room, much sought-after terrace tables and refined regional cuisine are no longer a secret. The restaurant has been attracting an increasing number of diners who drive out from Rome or hop off their cruise ships at Civitavecchia for lunch or dinner.<\/p>\n
The LPV Beauty Centre has a wide range of treatments available and Quietness Yoga with a qualified instructor.<\/p>\n
Villa Posta Vecchia is the ideal property to host special events like corporate meetings or weddings.
\nThere is a meeting room dedicated to business sessions which includes the latest state-of-the-art equipment technology, high-speed Internet connectivity, both cable and wireless, audio-visual technology, back-lit projector, microphones and sound system, video conferencing. Beautifully located in one of the towers, the room has natural light and can accommodate up to 50 people.<\/p>\n
On the ground floor the villa has three charming rooms (the fireplace Room, the Vanvitelli Room and the Getty Studio Room) which may become a perfect setting for meetings from 5 to 50 people. Different combinations can suit any type of special event.<\/p>\n
The spacious interior and exterior spaces offer a unique site for conventions, product launches, conferences, fashion shows, exhibitions, award ceremonies. The park surrounding the Villa can be equipped with one or more gazebos for outdoor activities or special needs.<\/p>\n
Complete with every modern comfort, security system, and amenity, this 17th-century jewel is one of the most prestigious hotels in Italy and is available to rent in its entirety as a private villa.<\/p>\n
Bedrooms<\/strong><\/p>\n All Bedrooms have airconditioning, king size beds (180 \u00d7 200 cm), satellite television, telephone and safe.<\/p>\n 2 Master Suite bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms A\/C 4 Hectares of Lush gardens Buffet breakfast served in the main gourmet restaurant – The Cesar Cooking demonstrations by the Executive Chef Antonio Magliulo This magnificent seafront property is situated just North of Rome, not far from the old village of Tarquinia, a lovely Medieval town with Renaissance and Neoclassic touches. It lies 4 miles (7 km) inland from the Thyrrenian Sea and just North of Civitavecchia. In the villa\u2019s immediate surroundings is Cerveteri, an important city during Etruscan times, still standing as remaining evidence of the Necropolis, a city of tombs which is the best preserved and most notable of the Etruscan ruins. The Etruscan Necropolis at Cerveteri is a uniquely haunting archaeological site, built by this prosperous people between the seventh and the third centuries BC. The ‘city’ is still not fully excavated, but there are a remarkable number of stone tombs lining little streets and you can easily spend several hours exploring.<\/p>\n La Vecchia Villa is 40 minutes away from the centre of Rome.<\/p>\n Guided Tours available to guests:<\/p>\n Rome – 35 km Cerveteri – 10 km Bracciano – 24 km Ostia – 46 km \u201cEtruria\u201d Palestrina – 87,5 km Tivoli – 99 km Montefiascone – 104 km Bolsena – 122 km
\n3 Senior Suite bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms
\n3 Junior Suite bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms
\n3 Superior Deluxe Sea View bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms
\n6 Superior Deluxe bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms
\n2 Superior Rooms bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms<\/p>\nFeatures<\/h4>\n
\nHeated indoor pool
\nBook Library
\nBusiness room with fax and computer equipment
\nCinema Room
\nDVD player
\nFireplaces (22)
\nFlat screen Televisions throughout
\nInternal Lift Mechanism
\nLaundry room with washer\/dryer and iron
\nMedia Library
\nProfessional kitchen
\nWi-Fi<\/p>\nOutside<\/h4>\n
\nThe garden also boasts its own vegetable garden with organic products
\nLarge outdoor dining terrace with seating for 40
\nPrivate access to the sea
\nTennis court and bicycles available on property
\nAutomatic gates
\nAutomatic illumination
\nHeli-pad<\/p>\nServices<\/h4>\n
\nSnacks and soft drinks from mini bar
\nExclusive use of the La Posta Vecchia Health & Beauty Club facilities
\nComplimentary parking
\nPrivate visit of the Museum and Roman Villa dating back to II century B.C.<\/p>\nExtra Services<\/h4>\n
\nPrivate visit to the Villa Romana
\nGuided tours in classic and sports cars
\nSailing events, sport fishing at Lake Bracciano
\nGolf
\nWine tasting
\nJeep excursions on the nearby mountains of Tolfa
\nBoat trips along the Roman coast, Lake Bracciano and Lake Bolsena<\/p>\nArea<\/h4>\n
\nDepending on guests\u2019 interests, we can arrange half-day or full-day tours around Rome with specific themes like Imperial Rome, Baroque Rome, The Vatican, Jewish Life in Rome, or a more general tour of the city.<\/p>\n
\nOne of the most important Etruscan cities close to the Tyrrhenian Sea dates back to 8th century B.C. where one can admire Etruscan walls and the Ruspoli Palace from the 16th-century. The true attraction of Cerveteri is the Etruscan Necropolis with its monumental tombs spread out over 10 hectares of land.<\/p>\n
\nLake Bracciano has volcanic origins from prehistoric times. The surrounding hills are dominated by the imposing mediaeval castle built in 1470 by Napoleone Orsini. On the shore of the lake there are two other towns called Trevignano and Anguillara which are well worth visiting.<\/p>\n
\nOstia is the first Roman colony that developed themselves as a naval port of exchange in the 3rd and 2ndcentury B.C. The ruins that remain are naval offices, pubs and inns which are eloquent examples of the activity of an epic age. Ostia began to decline after the port collapsed following the invasion of the Goths. The port was moved towards the west coast where they made use of the powerful currents of the Tiber. Fortunately, mud preserved the archaeological site in an impeccable state making it possible to walk through the ruins while imagining the fast flow and rhythm of life in the ancient city.<\/p>\n
\nTarquinia – 54 km and Tuscania – 76 km
\nThe area that extends between the lowland of Tuscany and Rome is known as Etruria. The land is very rich from an archaeological point of view, not only for the obvious traces left from the Etruscans and Romans but also from prehistoric remains.<\/p>\n
\nPalestrina is an ancient city famous for its monuments: the Temple of Fortune Primigenia from the 1stcentury B.C. and the Cathedral of Saint Agapitus Martire. The city is also famous for its gastronomical delicacy.<\/p>\n
\nOne of the most Romantic locations in Lazio. There are mainly two sites of interest: Villa D\u2019Este and Villa Adriana.
\nVilla D’ Este whose works were commissioned by Cardinal Ippolito d’ Este in 1550 is surrounded by a magnificent Italian garden with over one hundred fountains. Villa Adriana, constructed around 118 A.D. is truly a splendid example of Roman grandeur.<\/p>\n
\nMontefiascone, a charming mediaeval town, is famous for its 11thcentury Church of Saint Margherita, whose pediment is divided into three parts. It was commissioned to be restored by Cardinal De\u2019Medici in the 15thcentury. According to religious tradition, there are three sacred stones over the main altar of the Chapel of Miracles bathed in the blood of the Eucharistic miracle.<\/p>\n
\nLake Bolsena is well known thanks to its rich fauna, its crystalline waters and the beauty of its islands.<\/p>\n\n\t\t