An extraordinary property for sale near the medieval village of Pacentro.
The castle is very famous and consists of an internal cloister, swimming pool, storehouse, two gazebos in galvanized steel and wood, exterior kitchen with annexed terrace equipped with services. There is an ice-house to renovate, cellar, 2,5 hectares of land and and lastly an airfield for small planes.
It is about 1 km from the historic centre of Pacentro, in a private position and with an extraordinary view. It is 'Il castello di Rocca Lorenizo', which was fortress of the year in 1000 A.D. It was with the object of defense and controlling the territory as well as collecting tolls for those who travelled along the important wagon route. It also warned of dangers from the top of its two towers, currently used as B&B.
It has 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, besides a kitchen, sitting rooms and private dwelling, obtained in the ancient castle after the renovation by the current owner. It has an outdoor swimming pool with solarium terrace, a partly paved garden, an ancient neviera, fundamental in the Middle Ages for storing snow for warmer periods; a plot of land of about 2.5 hectares with about 200 centuries-old olive trees. In the property there is currently Wi-Fi and the utilities are all connected.
The property is approximately 32 km from Chieti, while the San Leonardo Pass is 4 km away 1 hour from Pescara airport and 2 hours from Rome.
PACENTRO - L’AQUILA PROVINCE
Pacentro is a jewel which is located at 653 metres above sea level with a population of 1,250. It is a well preserved historic village with steep streets and stairways, decorative wrought iron railings, stone archways, carved wooden doors and plentiful examples of medieval housing. Moreover, the town also possesses an imposing castle which is predominantly medieval although parts do date back to the 9th Century. Its two prominent, square towers can be seen from many miles away.
Gastronomically, Pacentro offers excellent meat dishes which can be accompanied by superb local wines. These can be found and enjoyed in its wide choice of restaurants.
On a lighter note Pacentro is also well known for being the home town of pop-queen Madonna’s parents and grandparents!
Pacentro’s beautiful location and historic interest has earned it the prestigious title of ‘One of the most beautiful villages of Italy’.
DRIVING DISTANCES/TRAVEL TIMES (subject to traffic)
Abruzzo International Airport - 74 km/56 min
Ancona/Le Marche Airport - 235 km/2 hr 20 min
Rome Fiumicino Airport - 197 km/2 hr 1 min
Rome Ciampino Airport - 171 km/1 hr 46 min
Adriatic Coast at Pescara - 57 km/1 hr 19 min
Skiing at Campo di Giove - 15 km/22 min
Sulmona - 11 km/19 min
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