The farmhouse "CASALE DEL GELSO" is located in the countryside of Parco dei Castelli Romani, just a 4 kilometers from the center of Ariccia and Genzano di Roma, only 20 minutes by train, you can reach the center of Rome (Campoleone - Roma Termini station). All services are nearby but a car is needed to get around easily. The farmhouse is located 10 minutes from Nemi with its Lake, 15 minutes from Albano and Castel Gandolfo, only 20 minutes from the sea (Tor San Lorenzo).
DESCRIPTION
The Casale del Gelso enjoys a spectacular view of the Circeo promontory and its islands, the sun terrace and the vast park surrounding the Casale are completed with tables, chairs, deckchairs and numerous relaxation areas with cushions and sofas, barbecue area and wood oven.
The Vagaggini’s family owns Casale del Gelso since many years. It is based on the agro Romano and it was built during the early 900’. The main structure runs around the medieval tower, and it is surrounded by a park with plants and olive trees.
We started in 2011 the restoration of the main building with great care and love for the style we wanted to keep in. Demolition materials were reused in a creative way : the old roof tiles have become the square in front of the portico, the use of terracotta, wood, green Tuff and the renovated old furniture with shabby chic style have given a special warm and harmonious atmosphere all around the Casale. Rural elements can be found in the large arch, in the barn and in the oven.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION of ALL ROOMS
Internally the Casale has 4 comfortable and elegant bedrooms each with a private bathroom with shower, with the possibility of an extra bed and to accommodate families.
All rooms have cool / hot air conditioning, TV, free wi-fi connection. The rooms are non-smoking but it is possible to smoke in the garden.
The KITCHEN is equipped with: Smeg hob with 5 burners, Smeg extractor hood, maxi fridge with freezer, 12 serving plates and cutlery, water and wine glasses, pots, pans and other accessories.
The cost of the rental of the farmhouse is included:
Bed linen and towels
wood-burning oven (apart from the cost of wood)
barbecue (apart from the cost of wood)
relaxation areas
parking space

Parties and events (it is possible to organize parties and events by communicating in advance.
GUEST ACCESS
Our guests will be welcomed with a WELCOME with all our products: fruit from our orchard, jams, homemade cake, extra virgin olive oil, perfumes and garden products based on season (basil, thyme, tomatoes, zucchini, etc.).
You can also experience the thrill of a hot bath under the stars even on the coldest days. Moments of pure relaxation in the open air immersed in the WHIRLPOOLl with 40 ° water. Our guests have EXCLUSIVE access to the hot tub spa with whirlpool and chromotherapy, immersed in an unforgettable atmosphere: the crackling stove, the smell of wood, the wonderful view to the Circeo and its islands.
The hot tub is free with room temperature water, if you want water at 40 degrees you have 1 free entrance.
Guests can enjoy the large Casale Park with centuries-old plants and olive trees reserved EXCLUSIVELY for them and enriched by numerous relaxation areas (loungers, sofas, hammocks).

OUR ACTIVITIES:
WE COOK TOGETHER!
You can book an Italian cooking lesson, pasta, sauces, pizza!
THE GARDEN
with guests the garden our meadow is a field of infinite riches: chicory, Borage, ramoraccia, Burnet ... Strolling through the olive trees, our guests are free to gather and enjoy a fresh salad of field or if you prefer can take home our products to find scents and smells of the House of Mulberry.
HARVESTING OLIVES a day together, a good experience, a way to enjoy our products. Extra Virgin olive oil Casale del Gelso is an oil obtained from olives of different qualities, including Frantoio, Leccino, Rosciola. We harvest our olives by hand only, it will be fun to do together with you. A joyful and tasty snack under the olive trees, a basket full of goodies, a fire to warm and the smell of freshly pressed oil.