Lovely house in beautiful mountain village with stunning panoramic views of the green valley and the beautiful mountains. The house suits a large family or has room for many guests.
Around 2007-2008 the property was thoroughly renovated with great respect for the original Italian building style and local materials.
Accommodation comprises - Kitchen with all modern installations including dishwasher. Dining room with large walled fireplace and French balcony. Hallway that connects to downstairs, new bathroom, living room and dining room. The new bathroom has a shower.
Living room, with French balcony and terracotta floor. From the balcony there is a view of the mountains and down over the city. The living room has its own entrance and large double sofa bed which makes the room fully usable as a bedroom.
From the hallway down stairs to a large bright bedroom with double bed and plenty of room for any cot. View of the city and mountains.
On the same floor is the large bathroom with bath, shower and washing machine. A corridor leads to a guest room and a small depot with spiral staircase to the basement. The guest room has access to the street.
In the basement there is a large room and another bedroom. Both rooms have access to the street.
The garden contains both real garden with grass, chestnut tree, fig tree, pine, Mediterranean plants and lots of vines (grapes) as well as an olive tree. Under the balcony it is possible to relax in the shade below hanging vines.
Finally, there are two large tiled terraces as well as a firepit and a large gas grill.
SECINARO - L’AQUILA PROVINCE
Secinaro is located in the Aterno river valley on the slopes of Monte Sirente. It is 859 metres above sea level and has 480 inhabitants. The surrounding territory hides countless species of animals including the golden eagle, wild boar and wolf together with plants such as sweet violet, corn poppy and orchids. It is a region of great natural interest.
There are also plenty of activities to enjoy with many paths for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. In Winter it is possible to go cross-country skiing in the Sirente meadows and downhill skiing just a few kilometres away.
The area around Secinaro is particularly suited to the growth of mushrooms and truffles. In the right months, you can find wild strawberries and raspberries in the mountains, as well as fruits and nuts suitable for producing liqueurs. Other local products include cheeses, sausages and hams. An attractive location for ‘foodies’.
The town hosts a post office, food shop, pharmacy, butcher, newsagent, bar and a couple of restaurants. There is a weekly market held each Monday morning.
DRIVING DISTANCES/TRAVEL TIMES (subject to traffic)
Abruzzo International Airport - 80 km/1 hr 8 min
Ancona/Le Marche Airport - 241 km/2 hr 32 min
Rome Fiumicino Airport - 177 km/2 hr 6 min
Rome Ciampino Airport - 150 km/1 hr 52 min
Adriatic Coast at Pescara - 85 km/1 hr 9 min
Skiing at Ovindoli - 27 km/32 min
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