THE FACTS ABOUT PALAZZO VIVIANI

Italy

Medieval palace owned by Alberta Ferretti in a hilltop citadel near Cattolica. Eight Renaissance-style suites (and more in smaller houses nearby), with original frescoes and fireplaces. CONTACT Via Roma 38 (00 39 0541 855350; fax: 855340; www.montegridolfo.com ). COST Doubles from €250 in Palazzo Viviani; from €140 in the other houses