We have numerous testimonials from happy guests - this is just a selection.
"As you may have guessed, we have travelled as a group to many places … this without doubt has been the best yet. Thanks."
C and M Ridgers
"We had a wonderful week here. The villa is beautiful and with every amenity we could have looked for. Many thanks."
S Breen
"John and Sheila, you have created a “jewel on the hillside!” Everything about Santo Stefano suggests style and good taste. We always enjoyed returning to the villa after our day trips and wondered why we had bothered to leave, as everything we needed was already there! A big thank you to you and your staff. We shall return!"
M Whale, Surrey
"First class attention to villa, facilities, guest support and local guidance by charming and hard working owners and staff. A quality and comprehensive restoration of a classic stone building and extensive grounds all offering plenty of house room, home comforts and equipment with numerous terraces, ample trees for shade and a delightfully located pool."
N Chiswell
"We had a fantastic stay. Beautiful house and grounds. Giulia, Sheila and John have looked after our every need. The garden and pool are beautiful."
W and M Bilek
"La Chiesa di Santo Stefano has all the advantages of a luxurious villa combined with those of a boutique hotel: beautiful rooms, outstanding food and discreet and friendly people. We had a wonderful family holiday in this beautiful place and certainly plan to return soon.....before it becomes too popular!"
The Carr family, Canterbury
"A magnificent property, the setting for a memorable holiday against a stunning vista, first class facilities for our big family group of differing ages to enjoy. A fantastic experience not least due to Sheila and John's attention to detail and wholehearted enthusiasm for all things Santo Stefano!"
The Dixon family, Shropshire
"Santo Stefano is a first rate property in a stunning location. The luxurious accommodation, set in extensive grounds, was peerless in our experience. The food was excellent, and the recommended restaurants were incredible both for the delicious fare and the pure Italian feel. A top class break in anybody's books, we will definitely be returning again very soon."
T and L, Oxford.
"Thank you so much for making our stay at Santo Stefano so memorable. We had an aboslutely wonderful time and are looking forward to our next visit."
Chris and Jill, Surrey
"Thanks again for a lovely time at Santo Stefano, and we definitely want to return!"
J Kerry
"I had a really great time at Santo Stefano. The house and its setting in Le Marche are simply stunning and the way it is set up makes you feel at home immediately. Sheila and John were so welcoming and the food, both in the house and in the local restaurants, was mouth-watering."
Pam W, Kent
"Santo Stefano more than lived up to expectations and nothing was too much trouble for the owners. The food both at the villa and in restaurants was outstanding."
Vivienne L
"Santo Stefano was a superb venue for our seminars. Not only was the quality of the house outstanding, but the quality of the services and food was also fabulous. Our every need was catered for in a truly abundant way."
Alison Francis - organiser, Personal Fulfilment
"It is extremely challenging for us to find the right mix of qualities in a venue that is suitable for our high quality yoga holidays. When I arrived at Santo Stefano, I could not believe I had found the perfect venue - a beautiful 16th century chapel in which to practise yoga, a tranquil spot in grounds with glorious views, a cosy yet luxurious ambiance in the bedrooms and bathrooms and beautiful terraces where we can eat outside at night. Sheila and John are always one step ahead of us, knowing exactly the quality we are striving to achieve yet intuitively knowing when to take a step back to give us control over our event. We are delighted that our guests love Santo Stefano as much as we do.”
Jacqui Sread, Director, Beyond Retreats Ltd
"Wow! We'd heard about Santo Stefano, we'd seen the pictures - but nothing prepared us for the reality. We'll be back in September!"
C, N and Friends, London
"Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality at beautiful Santo Stefano. We had an amazing holiday"
Caroline and Mark, Sheffield
