Altavista is an ideal self-catering home for those seeking a safe, comfortable, centrally located holiday home in a historic town. Archaeological museum and parking lots are a two minute walk from the house. Many local attractions: museums, historic villas, amusement parks, thermal baths, theaters, restaurants and outlet shopping centers. Lazio beaches are about an hour and a half away, while quiet hiking paths are just steps away in the Apennine hills behind the house.
All furnishings at Altavista were carefully chosen to make guests feel at home and to ensure a good night’s rest. A fully equipped kitchen (mini-market nearby) make meal planning easy, and the washing machine allows for clothes washing at no extra cost. Some products are provided at the beginning of the week including detergents, toilet paper and paper towels. In the kitchen there is always a supply of coffee and tea in addition to table linens and dish towels. In the living room, there is an extensive collection of multi-language books and travel guide books for Lazio and Rome, art books, museum collection books, CD's and DVD's for guests to use during their stay. There are also toys, games and books for small children. Digital TV offers many channels for all tastes and ages.
The Lazio Region is one of surprising beauty and historical interest. Rome is the main attraction, but there is much more to see. It’s coast line offers a variety of tourist-friendly beaches to choose from (Sabaudia, Sperlonga, Circeo and Terracina are some of the most popular), while the lower Appenine mountains offer hiking, horseback riding, rafting and climbing opportunities that would please any sports enthusiast. The lakes of the region allow for hiking, swimming and boating activities.
Local festivals and cultural events attract many visitors to the area all year round. Guided tours can be arranged to visit the most enchanting and beautiful gardens, and wine tours can be planned for wine connaisseurs or sommeliers. There are so many restaurants to choose from, but Altavista’s owner has knowledge of the best ones in the area from the best pizzeria to a good typical trattoria to an elegant dining experience.
Summer in Palestrina offers an array of events and festivals, including: the Strawberry Festival, the Giglietto Festival, Nel Nome del Rock (In the Name of Rock) Music Festival, the Albatros Travel Literature Award, the Palio of Palestrina. Nearby towns celebrate wine festivals, chestnut festivals, wild boar festivals, and many more. There are often theatrical representations, concerts, film projections, and other public events taking place throughout town.