In the characteristic medieval village of Elice, a few kilometres from the coast and about 30 minutes from the Gran Sasso d’Italia national park, close to the historic castle, there is a wonderful property with a spectacular 360 ° view of the surrounding area.
The house is immediately habitable and is composed as follows: a comfortable staircase with a few steps leads to the house consisting of a kitchen with a balcony overlooking the square, two double bedrooms, a bathroom with shower.
An internal staircase leads to the attic where there is a large space with a room dedicated to relaxation overlooking the castle. From the attic you can access the wonderful terrace of about 20 square metres from where there is a view of wonderful panoramas.
The property is completed by a spacious garage.
Bargain price, great potential.
Elice offers all the basic necessities, and a few minutes away, going down into the splendid Valle del Fino, there are excellent artisan ice cream parlours and pastry shops, bars, pizzerias, restaurants, supermarkets, banks, etc.
ELICE - PESCARA PROVINCE
Elice is a small Medieval village which rises on top of a hill between the delightful, historic towns of Penne and Atri. It is surrounded by rolling countryside, dotted with olive trees, and is located at the beginning of the Majella National Park. The population is 1,712 and the village is found at 259 metres above sea level.
The ancient centre originally developed around the large castle of Castiglioni and church of San Martino, which are connected by a vaulted passage. It was also home to a renowned tannery and a factory, producing terracotta and pottery. The best way to explore and admire the historic heart is on foot.
The area has a few bars, shops and restaurants with more facilities found in nearby, local towns.
Each year there are several festivals which celebrate ancient traditions and local foods. There is the opportunity to enjoy craft markets, tastings, music shows, games, flag wavers and locals dressed in Medieval attire.
The economy remains predominantly agricultural with excellent production of olive oil and Montepulciano d’Abruzzo red wine.
Elice is in a perfect location, midway between the mountains and Adriatic beaches.
DRIVING DISTANCES/TRAVEL TIMES (subject to traffic)
Abruzzo International Airport - 31 km/39 min
Ancona/Le Marche Airport - 174 km/1 hr 57 min
Rome Fiumicino Airport - 229 km/2 hr 34 min
Rome Ciampino Airport - 203 km/2 hr 21 min
Adriatic Coast at Montesilvano - 22 km/29 min
Skiing (Nordic) at Voltigno - 36 km/49 min
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