This would make a wonderful holiday home as it has exceptional views and a very large terrace, it is also walking distance of bars and restaurants in Pettorano Sul Gizio.
This town is close to the ski resort of Roccaraso, one of the largest ski resorts after the Alps but still undiscovered by tourists.
The property does require renovation throughout but the building itself is in good condition.
At present there is a very large entrance room with large storage rooms off, first floor has living/kitchen with open fireplace and a small bathroom (which could easily be enlarged on this level) there are two bedrooms and bathroom on the upper level then a roof terrace.
PETTORANO SUL GIZIO - L’AQUILA
An ancient, captivating village which is part of the prestigious ‘I borghi più belli d’Italia’ programme. Pettorano sul Gizio nestles at 656 metres above sea level on a rocky outcrop overlooking the River Gizio. It grew around the imposing castle which can still be explored. The fortified layout survives today, and the village is rich in churches, ancient buildings, five of the six original gates, the Ducal Palace and beautiful fountains.
During the Middle Ages, it was one of the major access points to the Peligna Valley and an important centre that linked the Adriatic with Naples for the transportation of goods.
The village is between two National Parks so there are plenty of hiking and nature trails to enjoy.
The population of 1,376 has access to restaurants, bars and a small shop. The much larger town of Sulmona is a short drive away, about 10 minutes, and has all amenities.
An interesting event, held in the first week in January is the Polenta Festival (Sagra della Polenta), which is celebration of this ancient traditional dish.
DRIVING DISTANCES/TRAVEL TIMES (subject to traffic)
Abruzzo International Airport - 77 km/55 min
Ancona/Le Marche Airport - 238 km/2 hr 18 min
Rome Fiumicino Airport - 200 km/1 hr 58 min
Rome Ciampino Airport - 174 km/1 hr 44 min
Adriatic Coast at Pescara - 82 km/56 min
Skiing at Campo di Giove or Roccarasco - 24 km/28 min
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