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An infinity pool with a view of a cityscape at dusk.
A paved pathway leading to a stone wall with large terracotta pots containing pink flowers.
A spacious living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table set with flowers. Large arched windows provide views of a garden.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 92153 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Formia, Lazio
  • Place, Cisternone Romano
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Torre di Castellone
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Spiaggia di Vindicio
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Formia

A stay at this vacation home places you in the heart of Formia, within a 15-minute walk of Cisternone Romano and Torre di Castellone. .This beach vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Spiaggia di Vindicio and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Gulf of Gaeta.
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What's nearby

  • Cisternone Romano - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Torre di Castellone - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Spiaggia di Vindicio - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Serapo Beach - 15 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Ariana Beach - 18 min drive - 7.5 miles

Getting around

  • Formia Station - 19 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafferia Impero - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Del Golfo - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Troiano Pasticceria Gelateria Caffetteria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Italo - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Il Casale, elegant villa with stunning sea views

Formia and the Gulf of Gaeta are certainly the most beautiful places of the entire Lazio coast, just an hour away from ROME and NAPLES, it is the ideal place for a holiday.
The elegant dwelling, a large two-family villa, immersed in a splendid Mediterranean garden completely at guests' disposal, enjoys the enchanting panorama of the gulf. In a residential area, not far from the centers of major interest (station, port, city center, beach) the house is on two floors: ground floor with living room, dining room, porch with fully equipped kitchen and a double bedroom with adjoining bathroom without shower; First floor composed of 3 double bedrooms and two complete bathrooms.
On a slight hill overlooking the splendid bay of the Gulf of Gaeta rises my villa, a family home of great value in architecture and furnishings, which preserves all the flavor and warmth of the great Italian houses. The Gulf of Gaeta and Formia are certainly the most beautiful places on the Lazio coast. Only an hour away from Rome and Naples, the elegant villa is surrounded by a lush Mediterranean garden and enjoys a breathtaking view of the entire gulf ..
Formia, thanks to its climate, was a famous resort since ancient times; positioned between Rome and Naples, Formia will give you the opportunity to quickly reach places of great artistic and landscape value: The famous abbeys of Montecassino and Fossanova, the Royal Palace of Caserta with the silk factories of S. Leucio, the excavations of Pompeii, the Suio spa, the beautiful Oasis Garden of Ninfa, the ancient Roman city of Minturno and much more.
The house offers:
2 guarded parking spaces
1 cot

                                                                                                                                                                                                           
Supplements
Heating according to consumption
€ 120 for final cleaning
€ 30 for the second cot (0-3 years)

Mode in case of cancellation:
1) 50% up to a month before the stay
2) the full amount for less than a month


 The house offers an oasis of peace even if very close to the city center and the beaches. Guests share only the driveway with the owner.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT059008C2ENFF42KB

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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Il Casale, Elegant Villa With Stunning sea Views Formia

Il Casale, elegant villa with stunning sea views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wesley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This vacation home was an absolute gem. The view alone is worth the stay—waking up each morning to that stunning scenery felt unreal. The house itself is spacious and comfortable, with a large, well-equipped kitchen that made it easy to cook and enjoy meals at home.The host was fantastic—friendly, responsive, and genuinely helpful with local recommendations. The location couldn’t be better, with restaurants and shops just a short drive away, making everything super convenient.It’s also the perfect home base for exploring the region. We took day trips to Pompeii and Naples with ease, and it was so nice to come back to such a peaceful and beautiful place afterward.Highly recommend this spot if you’re looking for a relaxing stay with incredible views and easy access to everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, Picturesque, Proper Italian Villa

We had a magnificent stay at Paola's villa, she is a great host and very happy to help you out. What stunning views from the villa over Gaeta and Formia, the pictures dont do it justice. All I can say is book before its booked out and spend your days relaxing with that view!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sally D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The villa is a lovely place with amazing views of the bay. The rooms were clean and the space excellent for our multigenerational family of 8 including 2 young children. The grassed area was a fabulous play space for the children. We enjoyed breakfast and lunch outside overlooking the water and surrounding hills. The pool was open for use and despite it being very ‘fresh’ we enjoyed it very much. It is a quiet and scenic place to stay. The house is on a very steep hill with an exciting drive to get there. A walk down and back will test your aerobic fitness but the view is worth it. We enjoyed our time very much. Paola was helpful and addressed any problems immediately.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tobias W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnificent house and a great host!

Such a great villa with amazing views, nice pool, surroundings and house. Amazing host that helped us a lot! Would not hesitate to book this house again. Thanks a lot Paola for everything! Tobias with family
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony De C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Canadian family

We made wonderful memories at the Casale. The place is huge with spacious dining, living room and outdoor space and swimming pool. The view is stunning. Close to Formia snd Gaeta beaches, boat tour of the area was beautiful. Restaurants and good pizza places. The kids had super time doing night swims at the pool. We give this place an A+
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marinus d.

"Beautiful house warm and...

"Beautiful house warm and very tastfull decorated, with extraordinary view and great hospitality. This comment looks like over the top but it isn''t. Best house ever rented. Price quality excellent. Nice region as well, with lots of things to do culture, restaurants, small cities. Everything a holiday needs. We certainly go back someday."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

We were a group of 7 adults (30s-60s) spending 2 weeks in Italy. This house is beautiful and the view is everything you see in the pictures posted. Paola was very helpful in helping us arrange transportation from the train station. You definitely need a car to access the home and to get around. This rental provided our group with the all the space we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views of Formia and Gaeta

We enjoyed our stay at ll Casale. The views are amazing. We enjoyed our time in the pool and bbq ing in the evening. Paola was very helpful and friendly. We used the local shops at Piazza S Erasmo below the villa, the meat from the butcher Macelleria Davide was excellent and ate at Il Tempo Ritrovato in the square. You do need a car, but we did walk down and back to the square and Formia using the steep path outside villa. Ideal place for visiting Pompeii we caught the train there and also the bus to Gaeta. Would highly recommend Il Casale.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dyfed E.

A palace in the hills of Formia

The photographs of Il Casale do not begin to do justice to the most incredible view and grand palatial feel of the property. It was the perfect base to explore but there was a lot to see locally should you wish to stay put. I loved the cook’s kitchen with its wealth of pots, pans, coffee makers and recipe books. My wife loved the veranda at night with the twinkling lights of the bay and a good book. Thank you Paula and Francesco for your friendship, advice and great linguistic skills! We really hope to see you again.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2016
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in Formia

This was a wonderful spot, up above the town and away from the hustle and bustle of the town but a very short drive to the town got you all the amenities you could need. Also relatively convenient to both Naples and Rome. The host, Paola, was so kind and accommodating and was really concerned about us enjoying our stay.The one thing that could have been better was having A/C in the living area so we didn't have to open doors and let the mosquitoes in, which were always quite hungry. It's for that reason only that I couldn't give the stay 5 stars. Even still, I would book again, but would be better prepared for the mosquitoes. (We don't like using toxic bug sprays so I would have brought some things from home that are non-toxic and effective at keeping the bugs away.)We were there for 12 nights and it was beginning to feel like home. We were so sad to leave! I hope we can come back one day!
The view at night.
View from the road heading up to the house.
A lovely lighting piece in the living room.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Oh, the views!

This is one of the most beautiful spots I've ever seen. The house is large and comfortable. But the yard with its breathtaking view of the sea is the best. I wanted to spend as much time as I could outside just so I could see that view. The pool is lovely and adds another nice thing to do outside. The kitchen is large with a full sized fridge and stove, as well as an oven and a dishwasher. That made it easy to cook what we bought at the market. Paola checked in on us to answer questions and suggest places to go in the area, so we had good "insider" information for our planning. The drive up and down the hill takes concentration for someone who isn't a local driver, but it's worth it to explore the town of Formia and its beaches. When we wanted a change, we did the same things in the nearby town of Gaeta. The train station is a short drive from the house and it's easy to get a train into Naples for the day. In short, the house is great, the area offers lots to do, and the views are memorable. You'll find lots to like here!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Erholung pur mit fantastischem Ausblick

Ein wundervoller Ort, um sich zu erholen. Das große, sehr persönlich eingerichtete Haus bietet alle Annehmlichkeiten, um sich wohl zu fühlen. Paola ist eine sehr hilfsbereite und freundliche Gastgeberin, die uns auch immer wieder verwöhnt hat (frischen Büffelmozarella und Wein zur Begrüßung) und Tipps für Ausflüge gegeben hat. Ganz großartig ist der einzigartige Blick auf die Bucht von Gaeta. Herrliche Sandstrände in Formia und Gaeta sind mit dem Auto schnell zu erreichen. Wir können die Villa ohne Einschränkung sehr empfehlen!
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Suzanne D.

Fantastisch familiehuis met uitzicht. Genieten op z'n Italiaans!

Ruim en sfeervol ingericht, met grote keuken met alle benodigde apparatuur. Fijne tuin met uitzicht over de baai. Steil pad omhoog, wel echt auto nodig. Paola was erg aardig, gaf goede tips om te gaan doen in de omgeving (Sperlonga, Gaeta, etc).
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Ferieboligen er helt unik med masser af sjæl. Udsigten er fantastisk. Strandene er dejlige:-)

Vi kan kun anbefale andre at opleve at bo i dette unikke hus med en fantastisk udsigt. Alt i huset har været ud fra en høj standard. Ligeledes har området været spændende at udforske, ikke mindst har vi haft mulighed for at komme tæt på at se hvordan italienerne lever og oplevet deres kultur, da området ikke er præget af turisme. Bil er en nødvendighed, på grund af husets beliggenhed. Udlejerne har været sød og behjælpsom og har gerne delt ud af tips og gode råd Vi kommer gerne igen:-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carole K.

Confort, accueil chaleureux et vue exceptionnelle sur Formia et Gaete

Nous avons passé un beau séjour dans cette maison confortable et très belle. L accueil est chaleureux et Anna Paola est très gentille. A côté des commerces et des sites merveilleux à visiter car cette maison est située entre Rome et Naples. Aussi un bel endroit pour se reposer face à la mer et déguster les spécialités de Formia.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jan P.

Lovely house for a family stay

We stayed in this house late April for 4 nights and had great time. Paola is a wonderful host who made us very welcome and helped us with everything we needed. As we were traveling with our 1,5 year old son she arranged a baby cot and a high chair. The house has a nice small garden facing the ocean and the views are magnificent. The house is quite high up the mountains, though not far from the city center and beach. You could easily walk the distance (approx 2km), but the mountain is steep so consider the walk back home as a training. We didn't take the walk as it would have been to much effort to push the baby carriage up the mountain,. Nevertheless I took a run up the mountain and it was good training.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

chrystel R.

Magnifique villa avec vue sur la mer

La villa correspond parfaitement à la description. La vue sur la mer, Formia et Gaeta est splendide. Nous avons apprécié les équipements, la propreté et la pelouse verte même en pleine canicule. Anna Paola est pleine d'attention pour ses hôtes (coulis de tomate, corbeille de fruits, confiture...). Les habitants de Formia sont très accueillants. La villa est à 15mn à pied du centre ville et 30mn de la plage Vindicio pour les sportifs(petit route pentue). Mais, le parking de la plage est gratuit. La villa est bien placée pour visiter Herculanum, Pompéi, Naples et Montecassino. Il y a de très belles plages dans un rayon de 15 km en plus de Vindicio. En un mot, si vous êtes attirés par cette région, venez à "il casale", vous ne serez pas déçu. En tout cas, nous y reviendrons.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

alice c.

Séjour parfait!

Maison avec beaucoup de charme.Photos conformes. Les plus sont le jardin,la terrasse couverte avec la vue splendide sur Gaeta et le calme. Très bon accueil de la propriétairequi vit dans une partie accolée à la maison. Cependant,on ne se voit que si on le désire car les jardins sont bien séparés. Beaucoup d'excursion possible dans la région proche. Naples et Rome sont à 1à2h de voiture.Voiture d'ailleurs indispensable et accès via route pentue. C'est exactement le type de maison que nous cherchions avec assez d'espace pour 2 familles. Séjour à la Toussaint où nous avons eu une météo idéale. La maison n'étant pas chauffée,prévoir des pulls pour le soir.(qq plaids auraient été le bienvenu) Je conseille cette location sans hésiter.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth H.

Lovely house

The house was perfect! The owner of the house was very kind and we will like to come back. I will recommend this house to everybody.
Archival

8/10 Good

philippe h.

top vacances

Superbe maison avec une vue fantastique, accueil excellent, plein de conseils avisés. Formia est une destination estivale pour italiens et peu touristique ce qui est très dépaysant. les plages sont agréables l'eau est chaude gaeta et sperlonga sont proches avec des plages superbes. il faut une voiture et Rome et Naples ne sont pas loin.... les propriétaires sont adorables philippe et johanna
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10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

Spacious and cosy house, great view to the sea

We stayed 2 weeks in this Villa. The house is great, beatiful and specious for 8 people. The view to the sea and Gaeta city is amazing. During hot days it's quite cool inside. Kids liked the garden, cats, hide-and-seek in the house and around, and tree's climbing a lot )))) Paola is very nice and helpful lady, she gave us many good advices and recommendations. It's difficult to go to the sea from the house by foot, because the house is located upheel, it's better to have a car, especially if you are with kids. The same for the shopping. The area has very good transportation links with Rome and Napoli. I would certainly recommend this place to everybody!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

romain C.

séjour innoubliable

"Superbe maison, où nous avons passé 2 semaines, propreté irréprochable, vaisselle suffisante pour 4 personnes,électroménager en bon fonctionnement, la literie en très bonne état, la vue sur la baie de Gaétan est a couper le souffle, la propriétaire,Paola,sympathique et discrète et toujours disponible en cas de besoin. Très bon séjour en Italie "
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lars K.

Nice, quiet and most charming

This is a house with history and certainly a lot of stories to tell. Spacious enough for eight people, a beautifull wiev and a cozy terrasse and garden. The hosts are living at the same property, which normally constitutes a certain downside, but in this case, it fits naturally. Paula and her son are very hospitable and friendly and make you feel welcome. Formia is a minor city at the coast. There are excellent rail connections to Rome and Naples. A large shopping center ("Panorama") ensures your survival, if not the fish market and the many "Gastronomia" shops can do it alone. Many thanks for a memorable and succesfull stay!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

5

We and our children (9 and 13 years) have been satisfied, resting here. It is wonderful, quiet, scenic place. The house is beautiful, large and very comfortable. There is everything you need for a long staying. Cozy kitchen and terrace, perfect sea view allows to enjoy dinner with your family. Hostess, Anna-Paola, and her family are very friendly, attentive and hospitable. Anna-Paola presented us homemade olive oil, which was the best we ever tasted in Italy. It is perfect place for relaxing holiday and short trips to neighboring towns (Gaeta, Sperlonga! etc.). Also it is not a problem to visit Rome, Naples and Pompeii. We stayed in different places during this trip, but Paola’s house was the best of all. Masha, Misha, Katya, Kostya from Saint-Petersburg, Russia.
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10/10 Excellent

Erico D.

Aout 2013 Sur les hauteurs de Formia

Nous avons passé un séjour merveilleux dans un cadre idyllique,la maison est belle entourée d'un jardin extraordinaire, la vue depuis la terrasse est a couper le souffle. C'est un havre de paix et de repos dont la propriétaire est très accueillante et sympathique. Si nous le pouvons nous sommes prêts pour un nouveau séjour! PS : le nouveau barbecue fonctionne à merveille!