Palombara Farmhouse

Ornaro

Ornaro is a beautiful medieval village set in the unspoilt scenery of the Monti Sabini.

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Click here to visit the Ornaro Web Site.

Water

The tap water is drinkable, though some people prefer bottled water. However, the locals go to the fountain in the village square each day to fill their water bottles with the local spring water. If you continue down the path below the village square you will see the washing place should you prefer to do your washing in the traditional way and meet the village residents!

The Bar/Shop

This is run by Mauro and his wife Daniella. They sell a small amount of ham, salami, cheese and milk, as well as tinned and bottled foods, also pasta and bread. Bread may be ordered for the next day and it usually arrives at about 9:00 - 9:30 am.

Torricella

This village is a little larger than Ornaro. Opposite the car park you will find a small supermarket (Alimentari), run by Gianfranco. The best butcher locally is found here in Toricella; continue into the centre of the village and turn left - the butcher's shop (Macelleria) is half way down the street on the left.

Click here to visit the Torricella Web Site.

Rieti

This is the nearest large town with supermarket 'Standa' on your left at the entrance to the town. The other side of the town is an industrial area with a large store 'Emmezzata' that you will see advertised - they sell most household goods.

Rieti itself is an old fortified town with lots of interesting shops and boutiques. At the top of via Roma is the main square where you can find (in our opinion!) the best ice cream - served at the hotel Quattro Stagione.

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