Situated in the heart of the Majella National Park of Abruzzo, in the hamlet of San Nicolao near the spa town of Caramanico Terme, is this beautiful villa, with an upper floor in wood, a large garden of approximately 1,400 sqm and a beautiful view towards the mountains, situated just a short walk from the property.
The 2 storey villa is comprises:
Ground floor – car-port, 2 en-suite bedrooms and corner kitchen, perfect for guests or as a B&B. On the other side, another 2 rooms, currently used as storage, can be converted to 2 bedrooms.
First floor – Accessible from an external staircase, large balcony, entrance, kitchen/dining room, living room, 2 bedrooms and bathroom.
The property is ideal for anyone who loves relaxing in the mountains, as a holiday home, residential home or a B&B, with a good local restaurant across the street.
A personal visit is required to fully appreciate the beautiful location.
CARAMANICO TERME - PESCARA PROVINCE
Caramanico is located in the Majella National Park and is home to the best-known thermal spa in Abruzzo. Located at 650 metres above sea level, its origins date back to the Early Middle Ages when it was built as a military settlement. Later in Caramanico's history it began to focus on the presence of its healing waters and it became officially known as Caramanico Terme in 1960. The spas are renowned for their high sulphur content and have been treating people for a range of ailments over the past 400 years.
It is the largest town in the area and has a thriving community. During the summer months there are all kinds of events, such as concerts, open-air music and cinema. The shops are even open on a Sunday, which is very rare in Abruzzo!
Nature too is important, and the Majella National Park contains about 500 kilometres of hiking trails through the mountains. There are cave paintings in Grotta Sant'Angelo and Grotta del Cavallone, the latter being one of the deepest caves in Europe, open to the public. Guided excursions to the nearby Orfento Reserve, National Park of Majella and the Lama Bianca Reserve are also organised.
Caramanico Terme is also included in the prestigious list of the 'Most beautiful Italian boroughs' and the town has shops, chemist, post office and bank. The hotels, restaurants and bars are a great place to meet and chat to the locals.
DRIVING DISTANCES/TRAVEL TIMES (subject to traffic)
Abruzzo International Airport - 47 km/51 min
Ancona/Le Marche Airport - 208 km/2 hr 15 min
Rome Fiumicino Airport - 231 km/2 hr 29 min
Rome Ciampino Airport - 204 km/2 hr 15 min
Adriatic Coast at Pescara - 52 km/51 min
Skiing at Passo San Leonardo - 17 km/27 min
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