This is a most outstanding property situated in the town of Roccacasale with outstanding views over the valley and mountains. The property is 5 mins from the main town of Pratola Peligna and also the same distance from Sulmona, both of these have railways stations to Rome and Pescara, also supermarkets, schools and hospital.
The property itself has been very lovingly renovated by the present owners and the surrounding garden is very well stocked with fruit trees and other greenery. The entire property is fenced in with gated entrance, you can therefore drive directly to your front door.
Accommodation includes:
Ground floor - kitchen/living area with a further door at the side to the garden, there is also a toilet on this level.
First floor - a stairway leads to two bedrooms and bathroom.
The property displays lots of original character and has central heating, double glazing, exposed stonework on many walls and timber lined ceilings.
This is certainly a one off property and a gem to be seen. The property also has an outdoor storage room.
ROCCACASALE - L’AQUILA PROVINCE
This charming mountain village is built on the slopes of the Monte della Rocca at 450 metres above sea level. It is in the centre of the Abruzzese Apennines overlooking the Peligna Valley and close to the larger towns of Sulmona and Pratola Peligna.
Roccacasale has a population of 683 and its origin dates to the ancient settlement of Casali, known to have existed prior to 925 AD. Following the construction of the castle, the residential centre developed into a typical medieval, walled village. Exploring the roads that radiate from the castle, linked by narrow passageways between the fascinatingly old buildings, allow walkers to appreciate times past.
Tradition maintains that the ruins of Roccacasale’s towering castle are inhabited by fairies, who work evil spells on the unwary.
The typical products of the area include wine, mushrooms, olives, potatoes, beans, tomatoes and other minor crops. Pecorino cheese production is also excellent.
Roccacasale has a few shops, bars and restaurants whist the larger town of Sulmona, with all facilities, is only 12 minutes away, by car. Pratola Peligna can be reached in 5 minutes and has a food and flower market, every Friday. Both towns can be reached by bus.
DRIVING DISTANCES/TRAVEL TIMES (subject to traffic)
Abruzzo International Airport - 62 km/47 min
Ancona/Le Marche Airport - 223 km/2 hr 19 min
Rome Fiumicino Airport - 185 km/1 hr 56 min
Rome Ciampino Airport - 159 km/1 hr 41 min
Adriatic Coast at Pescara - 67 km/49 min
Skiing at Campo di Giove - 29 km/35 min
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