Abruzzo, L`Aquila, Calascio, Italy

This stone built town house is located in the historic centre of Calascio, L'Aquila province.

The property would suit lovers of skiing and mountain pursuits.

It is ready to move into having been restored and all fixtures and fittings are included, even the pots and pans, crockery and cutlery. It was renovated to seismic standards.

It is 99 square metres and comprises 2 cellars, an independent area of bedroom, bathroom and storage.

There is a large kitchen/diner with fireplace with stairs leading to a double bedroom and bathroom.

In addition to the main townhouse there are also 2 additional annexes of 56 square metres currently used for wood storage but application can be made for residential use. Access can be gained from the main house.

There is central heating, mains gas, electricity, mains sewerage, water and a reserve reservoir water tank.

The town has 2 bars, 2 restaurants and a post office.

There is a food van that visits selling items.

On the 5th August each year there is a festa to celebrate Pecorino cheese.

Nearby are the towns of Santo Stefano di Sessanio, a medieval village where many of the stone properties have been renovated and the slightly larger town of Ofena which has a mini market.

The larger town of Ofena is 25 minutes away and there is a mini-market.

CALASCIO - L'AQUILA PROVINCE

Calascio is located 1,210 metres above sea level in the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park. It is found in a wonderful position, just below the renowned fortress called ‘La Rocca- which was an important defensive centre in the Middle Ages. It is the highest citadel in the Apennines and was built exclusively for military purposes.

Calascio-s picturesque streets with stone houses and arched passageways portray its traditional Apennine setting. The small population of 136 has access to a post office, 2 bars and 4 restaurants. More services can be found in the nearby towns of Ofena, Capestrano and Castel del Monte.

Its location in the National Park provides many outdoor activities including trekking, mountain biking, horse riding, climbing, paragliding and wildlife spotting. The nearby ski resort of Campo Imperatore has 4 ski lifts, 13.1 kms of alpine slopes and 14 kms of cross-country routes.

Each year, in August, the famous Pecorino Cheese Festival is held with many stalls selling local dishes and artisan products. There are several demonstrations showing the preparation of the many gastronomic products for sale. A celebration not to be missed!

DRIVING DISTANCES/TRAVEL TIMES (subject to traffic)

Abruzzo International Airport - 74 km/1 hr 3 min
Ancona/Le Marche Airport - 225 km/2 hr 28 min
Rome Fiumicino Airport - 182 km/2 hr 7 min
Rome Ciampino Airport - 156 km/1 hr 53 min
Adriatic Coast at Pescara - 79 km/1 hr 7 min
Skiing at Campo Imperatore - 32 km/45 min

WHY ABRUZZO PROPERTY ITALY?

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We can project manage new build projects, or, introduce you to our network of building professionals and tradesmen.

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