Mountain village of Castelli overlooking the valley, Villa is to the right.
Location: Castelli, Abruzzo, Italy, Europe (75 minutes from Rome; 40 minutes from Pescara.) View Map
Accommodations: Villa, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-7)
Keywords: Villa, Mountain View, Private,
Our Villa is situated on a 20 acre property within the lush hills of Abruzzo, overlooking the town of Castelli and backing onto the Gran Sasso National Park. The Villa is surrounded by majestic mountains, sweeping vistas and beautiful rural Italian countryside.
The Villa makes an excellent homebase for exploring the endless hidden gems of this unique region of Italy. The Adriatic Sea and its beaches are a 45 minute drive East. Rome is a 90 minute drive West. One passes hillside vineyards, fields of sunflowers and groves of olive trees along the winding country roads. The A24 is a short distance away. The scenic rural roads lead to ancient stone villages, mountain plateaus, pristine lakes all an area rich in history . In every direction untold hours of exploring and discovery await.
Abruzzo is known for it's rich farming traditions and this is reflected in the abundant and delicious regional cuisine. Local farmers and restaurants offer up their foods and dishes made with time-honored traditional methods. The local fare is beautifully complimented with the Montepulciano d' Abruzzo wines. Restaurants and cafes dot the region and in every town's piazza there is a spot to sit and sip an espresso or vino!
Castelli has flourished since the XI century when the Benedictine Abbey of San Salvatore introduced pottery to the area laying the foundations from which arose famous artists such as Orazio Pompei, the brothers Grue and Gentilli.
The tradition carries on to this day as Castelli houses the Ceramic Art Museum and the National School of Art. Ceramics are offered for sale year round in amongst the studios, shops, restaurants, and cafes which line the ancient town streets.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : with outdoor drying lines
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3)
- Convertible Bed : cot in master bedroom available
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Activities
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Wildlife Viewing
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Excellent base for day-tripping, Hiking in the Abruzzo National Park, Shopping in the Villages nearby, Explore an unspoiled corner of Italy.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Mar 01- Oct 31 .. $700/week.. special rate
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Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Italian Mountain Villa - Castelli, Abruzzo, National Park
Year Purchased: 2002
Why the Owner Chose Castelli
Castelli is where our family is originally from. Even though we have lived in Canada for decades, our family's deep love of Italy has never waned. The beauty of the region and the quality of life in the mountain town draws us back each year. In 2002 we purchased the Villa which is surrounded by mountains and overlooks the valley and Castelli. We have updated and renovated it to provide a secluded location in which to relax and enjoy the region's food and culture.
The Unique Benefits at this Villa
The Villa affords an excellent homebase for exploring the diverse region of Abruzzo. The A24 is 13 km away, and smaller, more leisurely routes are right outside our door. Castelli offers local shops, restaurants and cobblestoned paths for strolling. There are dozens of vibrant ceramic studios and shops offering fine majolica pottery in both traditional and modern styles. Castelli's piazza is a 12 minute walk from the villa. Although, the villa is atop a very steep drive and a quick drive into town allows for a less strenuous trip back!
The villa is very private and sits at the edge of a forest above farms and beside hillside pastures.
In the evenings the lights and musical sounds of Castelli drift across the valley and up to the Villa, reminding one of the joys of life in Italy.
Isola del Gran Sasso is a bustling town which is close nearby and a short trip in the car. It has a market and all kinds of shops and restaurants. Agritourismos in the area also offer plenty of local fare.
Property Photos
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- Mountain village of Castelli overlooking the valley, Villa is to the right. - Castelli, Teramo, Abruzzo, Italy Vacation Villa
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- Castelli villa kitchen
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- living room with leather sofas
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- villa master bedroom with door open to bathroom and door open to balcony
Traveler Reviews (1)
Beautiful Villa, beautiful view
Guest: Am Fam in Rome
(Quincy, IL USA)
Date of Stay: 05/21/11
Review Submitted: 01/23/12
We had a wonderful stay in the Villa in Castelli. It was even better than we expected! The villa and the view were beautiful. The local contact Fernando and his wife Maria were very friendly and helpful in getting us to the Villa and oriented in though they knew about as much English as we did Italian - very little, but not a significant problem. We found a friend in the little grocery store in Castelli who spoke english and was extraordinarily helpful in our stay - even calling the local trail expert to sell me a map and explain some of the best local hiking trails around the area. We enjoyed several hikes and even got up high somewhere between Mt. Prena and Mt. Camicia and sat on a rock eating some local Salame sold at the butcher shop in Castelli - what a day! I would recommend this villa to families or friends who just want a perfect place to get away and enjoy an Italian village, some peaceful evenings under the stars with awesome views, and the ability to go on some mountain hikes and day excursions to other mountiain villages. Very helpful owner responded to all questions and provided great direction and information for the local contact to meet up with. The driveway is rather steep but well maintained - hey, it's a mountain villla!
Owner response:Thank you for letting us know how much you enjoyed your stay at the Villa in Castelli! We hope that you will come back again and explore some more mountain paths, hidden villages and local delicacies!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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