Rome Countryside Luxury Villa: Stunning Pool, Tennis, Weddings, Cooking Classes Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Rome Countryside Luxury Villa: Stunning Pool, Tennis, Weddings, Cooking Classes pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Q: Where is Rome Countryside Luxury Villa: Stunning Pool, Tennis, Weddings, Cooking Classes located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly villa is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Terme di Cretone and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Tiber River. Tiburtino Shopping Center and Tevere-Farfa Regional Nature Reserve are also within 16 mi (25 km).

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Jun 19, 2023

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Correlli Family 2023

Amazing stay and the food was exceptional. Carla was the chef and made our stay very satisfying. Gueseppi, Valentina and the entire staff was so appreciated. See you soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Apr 11, 2024

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A wonderful place for a family gathering just a short drive from Rome.

La Cucina exceeded our expectations in every way. Our family gathered from three places in Europe and the US to meet for time together mixed with seeing the best of Rome. This place is just as the photos suggest. We cooked in the magnificent kitchen and grilled on the oven / grill outside. We played pickle ball and the kids went swimming. Our host were available and always gracious. We are so thankful for the time we shared at the dining table and living room. And we played cards in the well stocked game room until late into the night. And Rome!!! for days was amazing.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Jan 5, 2025

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Great for a Relaxing Family Stay

We stayed at La Cucina after Christmas. The villa is in a picturesque olive orchard and the grounds were lovely. Giuseppe was very flexible with our early check-in and showed us all the features in the house. We were lucky to have sunny weather, and we enjoyed the outdoor ping pong table. Traveling with children, we appreciated the washer and dryer. The beds were comfortable and the rooms warm and comfortable. We had a drainage problem with one of the showers and Giuseppe had someone in to clean the drain within 30 min. We purchased the Easy Package, and waking up to the delicious smells of baking and coffee was one of my favorite things. Breakfast and all meals were plentiful, restaurant quality and delicious, and Carla made a few adjustments for the one vegan in our group of 18. We also all enjoyed our pizza and tira misu lesson. Carla packed the leftovers from breakfast and meals in the fridge for us. It was a pleasure to use the spacious kitchen to reheat the food.The kindness of Giuseppe, Carla, and all the staff would be another reason I would return.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Jeani B.

Jul 3, 2015

Cuchina Sabina...Enchanting Adventure!!!

From the moment Mike met us at the airport, to the sad yet heartfelt farewells, we were treated to an experience of a lifetime. The Villa and facilities are exactly as shown but even more spectacular as beautiful Cypress trees, Olive groves, and vineyards provide views in every direction. Cuchina Sabina is so much more than a cooking school. Instantly you are immersed the Best Of Italy...through the great friendships formed, excursions to castles, gardens and the city of Rome, as well as the daily cooking lessons. Private rooms and baths, views in all directions, getting to know people from all over the world, wine and dessert with all meals...you cannot get a better vacation experience than the one provided by Cuchina Sabina! This cooking school is above and beyond what I had envisioned and I would highly recommend it for anyone seeking a unique, once in a lifetime adventure!

10/10 Excellent

roni r.

Sep 3, 2019

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The perfect place for a big gamily/friends vacation!

We were 18 people - from 18 months to 80 years old - and we all enjoyed immensely our stay in La Cucina Sabina. We gathered for a short family vacation, hoping to have some quality time together - and this was exactly what we had. Thanks to the beautiful place and the superb facilities, we enjoyed the possibility to cook together (the kitchen is extraordinary) and to eat together - inside and outside (enough place and dishes for everyone), we spent a lot of time in the wonderful pool (which has a good fence, so important with kids!) and just sitting in the shade or in the beautiful living room, relaxing and enjoying the view . The place is so big and everything is so well maintained, one can easily find a quiet place for some alone time (or a ping pong game!). The rooms are very comfortable and nice, showers are great (room no. 5 has a private terrace and the best view). Lots of compliments to the house team as well. Giuseppe answered all my pre-arrival questions, gave some very important tips and advises, and was always available and helpful. Ricardo, who met us on site, was so nice, practical and kind. He was willing to really get out of his way in order to make sure we are happy - and we were. Nico and Vera, who maintain the place, were very helpful. Sometimes the way to really estimate a place is not when all is perfect but when something is wrong. We had some minor issues that needed the team's attention, and everything was taken care of immediately and in the most pleasant way. We had a perfect vacation and we hope to come again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janet s., Saint Charles

Aug 25, 2022

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La Dolce Vita

Villa Cucina Sabina in a beautiful hideaway in the hillside outside of Rome. A quiet sanctuary still undiscovered by many. Our family of 15 spent a week at La Cucina Sabina in August and the days were filled living the La Dolce Vita! The villa is luxurious yet comfortable, filled with beautiful art and furnishings. We enjoyed the abundant terraces outside, especially dinner on the Sunset Terrace. The bedrooms and bathrooms have been updated with the highest standards of finish materials and the individually controlled air conditioning in the bedrooms was much appreciated with the typical August weather in Italy. Giuseppe and his associates offer unparalleled service, everything from arranging a photographer to take a family photograph, car service, to making restaurant recommendations and reservations. One night we came home after a busy day in Rome and were too tired to go out to eat. Ricardo not only had a restaurant to recommend for take-away but volunteered to place the order for us. Our seven grandchildren, ages 12-1, were constantly entertained with the pool, tennis court, ping pong, the chickens or just exploring the expansive property. Chef Carla, Vera, and Nico were very welcoming and immediately become part of the family. The meals chef Carla created were amazing and every night Vera would set a table with beautiful dinnerware, flowers from the garden and candles. We felt like we were at an elegant restaurant. The views from the villa are stunning including the olive oil trees surrounding the villa. Not only beautiful, but the olive oil harvested at the Cucina is incredible. Our family has already ordered our first case which they will ship to the US. We were so happy with La Cucina Sabina and highly recommend this property to anyone traveling to Italy! On behalf of our family, I would like to thank Giuseppe again for sharing his beautiful family home with us and helping to arrange a truly memorable week at La Cucina Sabina! Grazie Mille!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

jessica s.

Jul 24, 2024

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Unforgettable family trip

We had an amazing week at La Cucina Sabina! There were 14 of us that traveled from the US to explore Rome and Florence. The food was amazing, we opted for the deluxe package. Chef Carla and Vera made delicious meals and were able to accommodate 2 family members with food allergies. The cooking class with Ricardo and pizza making with Carla were so much fun! The villa and grounds were beautiful and well cared for with stunning views. After long , hot days of sightseeing, we relaxed by the large pool and outdoor covered patio. Guiseppe, the host was extremely helpful with planning tours, activities and arranging transportation for our large group. He was always responsive throughout the planning process and during our stay. Nico was our driver who took great care of us all week. The entire staff became part of our family for the week, it was sad to say goodbye!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Sep 12, 2022

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Exceptional!

This is the second time we have stayed at this property, and it was as amazingly brilliant as the first time 10 years when we got married at the Savelli Castle in Palombara. there is absolutely nothing to fault at this property, honestly! lovely pool, sunsets, outside dining, aircon in all spacious rooms, beautifully appointed, with spacious and modern kitchen. excellent train link to Rome and airports, tennis court, sauna. do not look further and just book it! owner lives next door and is extremely helpful and reasonable. they can arrange all sorts - weddings especially, but also visits and guide in Rome and other local attractions. We intend to come back regularly, the family love the place, and now consider it home. For any spillover guests there is a very nice agriturismo literally next door - Tenuta Gran Paradiso. i would also recommend a local restaurant 10 min away in Monterotondo called Kotuki - asian fusion 'eat all you can'.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex C., South huntington New York United States

Aug 12, 2022

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Incomparable Villa, Amenities and personnel

This year was our 20th annual family vacation and all 14 in our family, with grandchildren ages 10-24, agreed this was the best and most impressive villa/house we have stayed in. The “About” the Villa owners description and photos are accurate and if anything, understate the experience. The personnel, Carla the chef, Vera (who speaks Italian and English)the housekeeper/serving assistant, Nico the grounds keeper/handy man and of course Giuseppe, part owner and our host, exceeded expectations. Giuseppe responded quickly to all emails prior to arrival and was accessible throughout our stay. He greeted us with ice water and lemons upon arrival and purchased a soccer ball so our athletes could practice while on vacation. The new turf tennis court was perfect for soccer tennis. Both the inside and outside seating areas are large enough for all the family to gather comfortably. The bedrooms and en suite baths were great and this was the first time everyone was happy with their bedrooms. The beds are firm but comfortable and the air conditioning was excellent. Housekeeping was on Tuesday and Thursday and the Villa and grounds were spotless throughout our stay. The Villa is close to a local train station with service to Rome. Autos are a necessity and we often drove to the train and felt safe to leave the autos in the station parking area. There is a Villa pergola to protect autos from the hot sun. The Olympic size pool was a big hit both day and night, and our youngest granddaughter said it was bigger and better than the pool at the Country Club at home. Pictures of the pool at night capture a photographic pool with distant town lights in the background. We opted for the reasonably priced “Easy Food Package” which includes a daily scrumptious buffet breakfast and three gourmet dinners, plus a pizza party where you can make your own pizza. Carla the chef prepares everything fresh daily and the fresh baked croissants were a family favorite. She was able to accommodate our need for some allergy free items. The dinners compare favorably to the best restaurants. The outside dinning table is perfect to enjoy great views and sunsets. Carla quickly became like part of the family and despite our limited Italian and Carla’s limited English, we communicated well with the help of I phone language apps and many smiles. . At the end of our stay, with a few tears, everyone gave Carla a big hug and arrivederci! We will definitely consider a return trip.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dominique B.

Aug 9, 2022

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Séjour de rêve

Expérience extraordinaire que ces vacances à la Cucina Sabina. Tout est parfait. L’équipement De la cuisine est hors normes. La piscine est magnifique. Proche de Rome cette villa constitue un bon compromis entre campagne et ville. Super accueil de Giuseppe et de Ricardo. Mentions spéciales à Bryan pour le prêt de ses jouets, à Andréa pour sa gentillesse et sa bienveillance et enfin à la sensationnelle Carla qui nous a régalé tout au long du séjour

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom E., Durham, North Carolina USA

Jul 23, 2022

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Fabulous Stay the week of July 2nd

La Cucina Sabina was everything we had hoped for and much more. Beautiful and comfortable villa and great views of the surrounding country side. Giuseppe was a consummate host. He led us on a tour of the surrounding olive groves, taught us the process of making DOP olive oil and he was always willing to answer any questions we had and to suggest things to do and places to go that added to our experience. Being there was like a slice out of time where we were able to enjoy all that Italy has to offer away from the bustling crowds. We opted for the deluxe meal package which gave us delicious 4 course meals and included a pizza making class and a cooking class led by Chef Carla whose meals rivaled food in the best restaurants. Carla was always willing to share her technique and recipes and our conversations were often full of laughter as we chatted in a mix of Italian, English and google translate! We were also lucky enough to have Vera as our “house mom” who spoke English and was always there running the house, keeping it orderly and looking out for our needs and making us feel like family. It was a truly memorable vacation and we will always have fond memories of our time spent at La Cucina Sabina. Tom & Cheri

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stefano O.

Jan 11, 2022

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Veramente bella

Ottima esperienza. Personale estremamente accogliente, la villa è veramente bella e grande con spazi vitali anche per gruppi di più persone, oltre che spazi esterni enormi. Grazie di tutto

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurent l.

Aug 16, 2021

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Des vacances réussies

Nous avons passé de merveilleuses vacances dans cette maison. C'est une très belle maison, très lumineuse et très agréable à vivre. La cuisine est incroyable et notre cuisinière Carla a été une championne pour contenter les petits et les grands pendant la quinzaine. Les espaces communs sont vastes et permettent de vivre ensemble sans se gêner. Les chambres climatisés sont spacieuses et les salles de bains pour chaque chambre sont idéales pour le confort de chacun. L'extérieur est bien entretenu, les équipements sont proportionés au nombre de personnes que la maison peut accueillir (16), les terrasses exterieures à l'ombre ont été parfaites pendant notre séjour estival. La piscine, spectaculaire, est comme sur les photos. Le cadre champetre sans bruits avec les oliviers qui entourent toute la maison est superbe. Encore merci à notre hôte Giuseppe pour sa gentillesse, sa disponibilité et sa discrétion pendant notre quinzaine.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

DANIELA G.

Jan 3, 2020

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Super capodanno

È stato tutto perfetto ... la villa ha veramente superato le nostre aspettative .. semplicemente meravigliosa

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carlos T.

Dec 28, 2019

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Perfect house for a family holiday

Wonderful house for a big family. Manager was very helpful and accommodating. I highly recommend it for Your future visit to Rome

10/10 Excellent

Christian H.

Oct 19, 2019

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Successful Family Reunion

We managed to get 17 people to Italy for our first family reunion. The property could not have been better for us. In addition to the fact that we were able to house everyone in the villa, the location is excellent with plenty to do and interesting places to visit. Giuseppe was always available to answer questions and Carla's breakfasts and dinners were fantastic. Tip: Don't forget to schedule a pizza night!

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Sep 25, 2019

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The Magic of La Cucina Sabina

La Cucina Sabina gets an 11 out of 10 on the usual rental categories: home/grounds/amenities as advertised (plus, plus!!); sights & sounds of the setting absolutely idyllic; clean/safe/easy access; most accommodating/responsive/accessible host. Then there’s the EXPERIENCE... We had a group of 14, 3 generations, ages 12-75, celebrating a 50th anniversary. All LOVED it & enjoyed an amazing, immersive REAL Italian experience. We planned our own activities. Giuseppe was a storehouse of info/recommendations, very easy to work with & more than happy to arrange whatever we wanted. No review is complete without mentioning the staff...so warm & welcoming, generous, thoughtful, & talented. Starting your day with Chef Carla’s smiling “Buongiorno!” & bountiful breakfast buffet just sets the world right. Coming “home” after a day of sightseeing, jumping in that fabulous pool & then having one of Carla’s masterpiece 4-course dinners magically appear, with Gianluca attentively serving, was a highlight along with the Sabina sunset. Then even more special moments...12-year old grandson helping Carla make the gnocchi, a master cooking class for all organized by Giuseppe & led by Chef Simone (from the American Embassy!), teens being taught the “art” of plating a traditional antipasto, the much-anticipated & thoroughly enjoyed make-your-own pizza party, & the one that brought tears to my eyes...when Carla presented her gorgeous anniversary cake & said she made it with rice flour so all in our party, including those on gluten free diet, could share in the celebration, that’s when you feel the love at La Cucina Sabina. Come & experience it for yourself. The Villa is a piece of Heaven & Most highly recommended. Mille grazie to Giuseppe, Carla, Gianluca & all others who help make it magical.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jul 26, 2019

Memorable Roman Adventure!

Wow! When searching for a grand plan to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary, & Google kept taking ALL my criteria & leading me to La Cucina Sabina, never in my wildest could I have imagined the magical experience our entire family of 14 (3 generations, ages 12-75) would have. I tailored our week’s activities away from the Villa to the ages/interests of our group, but in this review I want to focus on the Villa, host & staff. Our host, Giuseppe, showed unending kindness, patience & attentiveness to the many details I was juggling in the year leading up to our arrival, & on the big day was there to warmly welcome us to his family’s stunning home. Oh my. Driving down the olive tree-lined stone lane a sense of such beauty & peace overcomes you. Then this fantastic scene with the Villa, expansive grounds, flowers, views that stretch over the olive groves to the hills in the distance & the grandest sparkling pool imaginable unfolds before you. And. There. Are. Chickens! A grand piano, stunning artwork, comfy verandas, clean up-to-date & well-appointed beds/baths, a words-can’t-describe kitchen...and chickens!!! Where is Rome?? Then the EXPERIENCE begins. You’re immediately enfolded into the Cucina Sabina family. Chef Carla & her son, Gianluca, take over & make sure you are fed in the Italian tradition & treated like royalty. Breakfast will never be the same. There was even a card on the island (tucked among the many homemade goodies) to coach non-italian speakers how to ask everyone’s new friend Carla for the style eggs they wanted! Talk about eating clean/local...the fresh cherries were from their trees, the olive oil you have to bring home was made by them, the eggs were from those adorable chickens, & the bread was made by Carla that morning. Gluten free? No worries. Carla even made our special anniversary confection gluten free so our entire family could celebrate together! At day’s end, the kitchen comes alive again, & it’s not off-limits if you’re interested in learning from Nonna Carla. The 12-year old took home memories of helping her make gnocchi, the older teens learned the art of plating a traditional antipasto (yep, you pinch the salami to make a rosette!), we all had an amazing lesson with Chef Simone, who Giuseppe brought in for our anniversary dinner, & we ended with the great fun make-your-own pizza/tiramisu party. We left with hugs all around & memories of a once-in-a-lifetime experience. 100% recommended!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Annie L.

Jul 24, 2019

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A TRULY AMAZING EXPERIENCE

This is the wonderful place to stay. The villa is spacious and easily can absorb large parties. (We had 17 adults and 2 young children). The pool is the best private pool any of us have ever experienced and is surrounded by beautiful views. Giuseppe and his staff were wonderful, both efficient and flexible. The food was delicious. We chose the Easy Package and it worked brilliantly for us. Overall, an amazing experience which all my family loved. Thankyou

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kendra M.

May 3, 2019

AMAZING! We can’t recommend it enough.

La Cucina Sabina hosted our wedding and it was seriously incredible. In all honesty, we have no complaints and only praise. Everything was perfect. The property was spectacular, the staff was incredible, the food was some of the best we have ever eaten in our life. Giuseppe’s communication with us for over 6 months planning the wedding was SO prompt and helpful. 100% recommend if you are trying to have a no stress intimate gathering with family and friends. So much love for La Cucina Sabina and wouldn’t trade the experience for anything.

10/10 Excellent

Menashe S.

Apr 29, 2019

Outstanding

It was a dream come true! thank you for the worm, generous and professional hosting. we enjoined ALL what was offered to us and more! everything was provided with a true care, and wide heart. it was much beyond our expectations Thank you so much for everything Menashe

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

Apr 21, 2019

Outstanding Luxurious Villa

From the moment you arrive, you are welcomed with open arms and treated like royalty. Guiseppe, the owner was always available and gave us great recommendations for activities as well arranging reservations for local restaurants. Carla, the chef, cooked incredible dinners for us. Breakfast was always greeted with a buongiorno with an amazing spread of food and espresso. The villa is situated 45 min from the heart of Rome which is easily accessible via the local train station( 5 min drive) or rent-a-car. The cooking classes are fun and informative both for adults and children. The surrounding property was perfect for our two families. We were able to take long walks as well as play hide and seek. The pool grounds are beautiful and I can only imagine how nice they are in the warmer months. This a place that once you stay, you will never forget. In fact you will be planning the next time you want to return.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Apr 19, 2019

Great stay!

Nice villa and very pleasant people taking care of everything!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Grace H., California

Apr 9, 2019

Ethereal Destination Wedding & Culinary Adventure

For those seeking an experience filled with amazing food, gracious host and staff, photo worthy landscapes, and luxurious accommodations.....this is the place for you! My husband and I knew as soon as we were engaged that we wanted a memorable destination wedding in Italy, we just didn't know where and how to make it happen. Through a search on Tripadvisor, we found La Cucina Sabina. After reading the reviews and communicating briefly with the villa proprietor, Giuseppe Micheletta, we knew we had found our destination. The year leading up to our wedding, we had exchanged several emails with Giuseppe and even flew to Italy for a quick weekend trip to see the villa for ourselves. Every single interaction with Giuseppe, including meeting him in person, was pleasant and professional. He was always responsive and accommodating to our requests. He gave us great suggestions and all his referrals, from our officiant to the florist, were just as professional as he and all a pleasure to work with. Two weeks prior to the wedding, I decided I wanted a band. A little late, I know, but Giuseppe did not hesitate and provided us with a great recommendation. A few days prior to the wedding, we arrived at the villa with family and friends in tow. We had 18 guests, including ourselves, staying at the villa and another 6 guests staying nearby. Giuseppe greeted us, made us feel right at home, and checked in periodically during our stay to see how we were doing. The day prior to the wedding consisted of all our guests relaxing, enjoying the views of the countryside, and cooking meals together in the large kitchen. The day of the wedding started with family and friends getting ready in the villa, a fun ride through the city of Palombara as we made our way to Savelli Castle for a beautiful ceremony with the most spectacular views. The evening ending with a formal reception dinner that I literally can not put into words, one must travel to Palombara Sabina and stay at La Cucina Sabina to experience the food we experienced during our reception. The traditional Italian wedding cake that was served, I know this will be the most memorable dish of our entire stay. And the band, oh what a fun and talented band they are. From us and all of our friends and family who visited the villa, our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to Giuseppe and his amazing team.

10/10 Excellent

Steve F., Manchester

Sep 1, 2018

Wonderful vacation in a beautiful villa in a stunning location.

I have rented homes many times around the world over the past 20 years and Villa Tartaruga is one of the best, offering an unparalleled experience of house quality, location and outstanding cuisine. I would not hesitate to return to this beautiful villa.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

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