Sleeping in a historic country house on the hills of Pesaro

Il Pignocco Country House on a hill close to Pesaro and sea, features main building, former barn

Between the Sea and the Hills: Rooms and Apartments in a Country House with Pool in Pesaro

Il Pignocco Country House rises in a beautiful panoramic position on the gentle hills overlooking the seaside town of Pesaro. The agritourism, including rooms, apartments, a breakfast service and a pool, is plunged in the greenery of nature amongst olive groves, cultivated fields and woods of pine, oak and laurel, in the region of Le Marche, Italy. Il Pignocco is set in an ancient and fascinating Italian farmhouse dating back to the eighteen century and today it has been carefully renovated to become fashionable again.

Breakfast table set with juice, fruit, bread, and jam, as a guest spreads jam on the bread with her hands.

Beautiful setting and surroundings, amazing staff who go out of their way to help.

-Tegan

This is a peaceful, quiet, and serene place, with a wonderful view overlooking Pesaro and the Adriatic.

-David

The owners of Pignocco smile as they look toward the camera.

Close-up of a wooden lounge chair lit by sunlight, casting shadows of ancient pine trees.

Main entrance of Pignocco Country House with two white iron benches, leading to the reception.

Pignocco pool with wide steps gently leading into the water.

A vase of fresh flowers on the bedside table in a room at Pignocco.

The name Il Pignocco (meaning “The Big Pine”) comes from an ancient and gigantic pine tree that once stood near the farmhouse. The tree was so majestic that sailors used it as a point of reference. Its trunk had a circumference greater than the height of a man. Today, photos of this impressive tree can be found at the reception of the country house.

Room in the tower of Il Pignocco country house with a bed and large windows equipped with blackout curtains.

Everything about it is wonderful, the location, scenery, accommodation, breakfasts, grounds, pool and owners, it truly is a place of beauty.
– Phil & Nicola

Main facade and tower of Il Pignocco country house surrounded by tall maritime pines and a lawn.

Luxurious room and house, idyllic pool and grounds, incredible views and a delicious breakfast each day. I’d definitely recommend opting for breakfast – this was a fresh, thoughtful selection served in the house’s exquisite dining room, a perfect start to the day. Francesca and Anna were friendly, helpful and accommodating. Thank you for such a sublime stay!

-Rachel

Il Pignocco

COUNTRY HOUSE

Family welcome

We’ll be delighted to welcome you as our guest. We’ll be happy to offer suggestions on how to explore Le Marche and ensure you have an unforgettable stay. You can count on a warm, enthusiastic, and truly friendly welcome.

-Anna and Francesca

White tile with the word “Reception” mounted on the farmhouse wall.

A vase of flowers on the kitchen table with a spiral staircase in the background.

Rustic-style wall lamp mounted on the farmhouse wall, surrounded by pine branches and glowing light reflections.

In the early 20th century, the farmhouse was a manor where a wealthy owner oversaw sharecroppers during busy seasons. In 1953, it was purchased by our grandfather, Francesco, who began restoring the property. He renovated the old stable, added a wing for animals and a barn, and carefully selected antique pieces—like a fireplace, rose windows, and a fountain—to enhance the home’s charm.

In 2008, our father Paolo decided to breathe new life into this residence by transforming it into a guest accommodation. So, for the second time, our family undertook a restoration, giving birth to the current Il Pignocco country house.

View of the city of Pesaro and the sea from the hill where Il Pignocco is located, framed by tall maritime pines, bushes, and lawns.

Il Pignocco has been in our family for over fifty years. For a long time, we’ve dreamed of sharing with you the beauty and magic of this corner of nature—so close to the coastal towns of Le Marche region, yet so far from the noise of modern life.

Il Pignocco Country House on a hill, features main building, former barn

Il Pignocco is family owned and run. Day-to-day management is in the hands of two sisters who go to great lengths to be extremely kind and helpful. When our stay comes to an end, we never want to leave. We have come here for at least ten years in a row and have already booked for next year.

-Peter and Yvonne

Il Pignocco

COUNTRY HOUSE

Private chapel on the hill of San Pietro in Calibano, with two stone benches and small windows flanking the main door, and a rose window above.

A timeless place of nature and legend

Nestled on the hill of San Pietro in Calibano, Il Pignocco stands in the heart of the Lucus Pisaurensis, an ancient Roman Sacred Grove. Here, time seems to slow down, and every leaf whispers forgotten tales of rituals, deities, and miraculous waters.

Glass tower of Il Pignocco seen from below, framed by plum and fir branches.

White garden tables and chairs under a large umbrella surrounded by tall trees.

An arched doorway connects the chapel to Il Pignocco farmhouse.

Long ago, beneath the shade of these ancient trees, prayers were offered and gifts laid at the feet of the Female Deities of Water and Health. In 1737, Annibale degli Abbati Olivieri—an esteemed figure from Pesaro and owner of the estate at the time—rediscovered ancient inscriptions, coins, and sacred stones hidden in the land. Even today, the forest whispers stories of pure, sacred springs, where locals once came to collect what they believed to be “good,” almost magical, water.

A round flowerbed surrounded by a boxwood hedge, blooming oleanders, and centuries-old olive trees.

Those little springs dried up in 1963, but the charm and spirit of this place still live on—along the forest paths and in the stories of those who continue to call it home.