The villa is situated in a residential area of Carppelle dei Marsi which is a hamlet near Scurcola Marsicana.
Accommodation comprises:
Basement - Garage, laundry room, heating room, cellar, grottino (to be completed), bathroom (to be completed)
Ground Floor - large living room embellished with two hand painted frescoes, depicting landscapes. Kitchen, with fireplace surmounted by a magnificent fresco depicting a hunting scene. Bathroom.
First Floor - double bedroom, single bedroom and study room. The bathroom is embellished with hand painted fresco.
Outside - Parking and garden
The villa is also extremely close to many services (shopping areas, hospital, schools).
A 2KW peak photovoltaic system is also installed on the terrace of the house, which was designed with the most recent regulations on energy efficiency in buildings in mind. The house's under-floor heating system is powered by an omnivorous boiler (pellets, wood chips), which also provides hot water for sanitary use.
ADDiTIONAL INFORMATION
The property is a semi-detached house located in the residential area of Cappelle dei Marsi, a hamlet of Scurcola Marsicana which is a magnificent historic village nestled in the hills of Marsica. It is just a few kilometres away from the ski slopes of Ovindoli, the archaeological site (dating back to Roman times) of Alba Fucens, and the Sirente-Velino and Simbruini mountain natural parks.
In addition, the villa is only a few kilometres from the tollbooth of the parks motorway, which makes it possible to reach Rome in about 45 minutes. Via the same motorway it is possible to reach (in less than an hour) the coast of Abruzzo, dotted with countless magnificent seaside resorts.
SCURCOLA MARSICANA - L’AQUILA PROVINCE
On the slopes of Mount Nicola rises Scurcola Marsicana to a height of 700 metres above sea level. It is a town that is surrounded by mountains and views of enchanting beauty. Scurcola is also renowned for ancient rituals and the hospitality of its people.
Towards the top of the town is The Orsini Fortress which is worth examining. It dominates the area and the most ancient part dates back to the 13th century. The outer walls are amazing although the castle, itself, is currently closed for renovations.
The town has a population of 2,670. It has reasonable amenities including a bank, post office, and chemist. There are a few shops, bars and restaurants. Avezzano with more facilities is less than 10 kms away.
Lastly the events that take place over Easter are unique. There is the commemoration of the Last Supper and the ‘Calvary’ which includes a fervent procession involving the entire population.
DRIVING DISTANCES/TRAVEL TIMES (subject to traffic)
Abruzzo International Airport - 113 km/1 hr 8 min
Ancona/Le Marche Airport - 242 km/2 hr 22 min
Rome Fiumicino Airport - 138 km/1 hr 19 min
Rome Ciampino Airport - 103 km/1 hr 5 min
Adriatic Coast at Pescara - 118 km/1 hr 10 min
Skiing at Ovindoli - 29 km/36 min
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