Villa Filomena (apartment)Sleeps: 4 (5 possible) (2 bedrooms) Rates: 145 to 600 GBP Nearest beach: Spiaggia dei sassolini: 0.6 km Changeover day: Flexible in low season Access: Car not necessary Notes: Pets allowed Self-catering Home description It is a traditional flat, indipendent, with a large garden (with sheltered dining area) and private car park. Simple accommodation with all comforts, fully furnished.Very quiet area, close to Pubs and Restaurant.The Garden (with sea view from the bench) A bedroom The Lazio/Rome region A beautiful area with wonderful beaches and pristine mountain areas. The Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park distant only 50 minutes by car. A wide range of activities from sailing to hillwalking to relaxation in the Spas. Sightseeing to medieval towns, monasteries and fishing villages. Rome is distant only 90 minutes by train and Naples 45 minutes. The cuisine is at the highest level ranging from fresh seafood to vegetarian meals.Around Scauri places of interest range from the Spa in Suio (20 minutes by car); the Roman Archeological site (5 minutes by car); the medieval hilltown of Minturno (4 minutes); the Regional Park of Mount Aurunci, one of the biggest in Lazio region and the one claimed to have the highest mountain range closest to the sea (as high as 1535 m), 10 minutes by car; the beauty of Gaeta, the largest city of the area that gives name to the Gulf (15 minutes); the magic of Sperlonga, the white town above the sea (25 minutes); the world famous abbey of Monte Cassino (30 minutes); the World Heritage Site Reggia (royal palace of) di Caserta (30 min.)These are the places in my mind at the moment. At your arrival you will find brochures about the area so to chose your daily trips to the places described or moving more far to the Isole Ponziane (islands at 1 hour by jetfoil), Naples (50 minutes by train), Rome (1h 40� by train), Abruzzo National Park (1 hour by car) and so forth.Scauri / Mount of Scauri Regional Park area Seaside town sourranded by the mountains of the Aurunci Regional Park (highest peak 1535 m high). In Scauri the most appreciated thing by tourists is the sea side, with the 5 kms promenade within two hills. I found a special place the Gianola and Mount of Scauri Regional Park: I have worked there as a ranger and still as a tourist every time I could find it a great place to energize, relax, enjoy wilderness and... swim in the sea.International Folk festivals. Beer festival. Traditional feasts. Funfair.Concerts and plays at Roman teathre.Sailing courses in Scauri. Scuba diving nearby.How to get there Nearest Travel Links Airport: Naples: 76 km Railway: Scauri-Minturno: 3 km Ferry: Formia: 9 km Fly to Rome or Naples, then train to Scauri-Minturno then taxi to 42 via Monte d'Oro; also bus to Chiesa dell'Immacolata and 5 minutes walking. Free pick-up service at the train station.By Train: From Rome take the train to Scauri-Minturno, or the train to Naples that stops in Scauri-Minturno. The journey lasts about 1h30'. From Naples take the train to Scauri-Minturno, or the train to Roma that stops in Scauri-Minturno. The journey lasts about 45'. There are also fast Inter City (IC) trains (more expensive) that stops to the closer town of Formia.By road: From Rome take the Motorway to Naples and leave it at Cassino. In Cassino take direction Formia and then follow signs to Scauri (30' from Cassino). From Naples take the Tangenziale to Scauri (or Rome) and follow signs to ScauriActivities near Scauri Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive FishingGreat for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Cycling holidaysFacilities Luxuries: DVD player General: Central heating, Air conditioning, TV Standard: Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer Utilities: Clothes dryer, Cooker, Fridge, Washing machine Rooms: Bedrooms (2), Bathrooms (1) Furniture: Single beds (3), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 5 Other: Linen and towels provided. Highchair available on request. Outdoors: Private garden, Barbeque Access: Parking space Further details indoors: This is a two rooms house. The kitchen is comfortable for cooking but not for eating. The larger room is a bedroom and a dining room, depending on number of guests. For most of the year dining room in the outdoor patio.It is a verry cool environment during the hot summer, warm during winter.Further details outdoors: Dining area (seats 6). Private garden with olive, fig and orange trees, plus a huge cactus and flowers. Spacious for barbecue and relaxation with sea view. Very good for pets (that do not destroy plants!).. Space for drying clothes. Private car park (2 cars space).Further details ?100 fully refundable deposit to pay. Returned with the house in good conditions.Conditions Water never lacks in the house thanks to vicinity with main pump but, please, be mindful that the area suffers water shortage during the hot season.We particularly welcome people that avoid smoking indoor.Tariff Prices listed are per property per weekNote: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.Discounts for long term stay.Pay in Sterling (to British account) or Euro (to an Italian account)Guestbook We had a wonderful stay at your villa!! Gennaro was a most gracious host. We would definitely stay here again!! Thank you very much!! Nichola and Garrett, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. March 2005We had a wonderful time at this house. It felt like we were part of Italy. Everyone around was lovely. Gallagher family, Northern Ireland. July 2005Property is in a good situation as could walk into town, to park and beach easily. Scauri is in a good position: we visited Ponza, mountains, villages and towns as well as having good times at Mary's Rock beach. Lix and family, Devon (UK). October 2005Clean, tidy and charming. McGregor family, Scotland. April 2006We liked the wild garden and the cosy comfortable atmosphere of the house. We very much enjoyed our stay and we would happily recommend it to our friends. David and Margaret, England. May 2006Peaceful, well stocked, friendly neighbours, very Italian area. We've had a lovely week in a charming house. Sellor family, June 2006