The Villa Roma Resort and Conference Center in Callicoon, NY, has been sold. Fay Hospitality Catskills LLC purchased the property for $17.15 million, saying they have big plans for improvements. 

The Italian-themed resort, spanning 434 acres, has been under the ownership of Marty Passante since 1970. Tragically, Passante passed away three days after the sale. 

Alex Kieler, Assistant Editor for the Sullivan County Democrat, spoke about the impact of this sale and what it means for the future of Villa Roma.