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• Country: Italy	• Swimming Pool: No
• County: Abruzzo	• Garden: No
• Town: Penne	• Balcony: Private
• Sleeps: 6 (Bedrooms: 3)	• Car Required: Advised
• Changeover day: Anyday of the week	• Transfer Info: We can advise to make transfer arrangements

Prices

Prices from £ 350.00 to £ 450.00 Full rates list

 

Description
The house is spacious with thick walls, high ceilings, traditional wooden shutters and tiled floors throughout , helping to keep it cool during the summer months. Full gas central heating and double glazing in all rooms means it is also suitable for a winter break.

It is presented to a high standard as most rooms have recently been redecorated, and it is comfortably furnished.



Ground Floor Garage

First Floor Arranged in a semi open plan style comprising:

Entrance hall

Bathroom: Bath with hand held shower, wash basin, & WC.

Living Room: Traditional fireplace, sofa, comfortable chairs & radio/CD player

Dining Room: Vaulted ceiling, a full length window opens onto a small balcony. Seating for 8 around the large dining table, sofa, TV (with satelite channels from July 2008) & DVD Player (please bring your own CDs and DVDs). We also have a small selection of books that guests are welcome to borrow at any time during their stay.)

Kitchen: Well equipped with everything you should need, including: fridge/freezer, double sink, 4 ring gas hob with extractor hood, full size oven, microwave, toaster, kettle, coffee maker, various cooking utensils, glasses, cutlery & crockery.


Second Floor

Bathroom: Shower, wash basin, WC & Washing Machine

2 spacious double Bedrooms: One has exposed oak beams and both are light and airy.

Plus 1 Bedroom with 2 separate bunk beds


A travel cot is available on request.



Discounts:

20 (UK Pound) discount per week if only 2 guests are staying

10% discount on the second week of a 14 night stay

Discounts are also available for longer stays (max 4 weeks), please contact us for details.


Short Breaks are always welcome ( min 4 nights)


www.holidayinpenneabruzzo.com

 

 

Accommodation

• Double Beds: 2 • Single Beds: 4 • Bathrooms: 2 • Property Size: 0 sqm • Transfer Info: • Distance from Airport: 30 km from Pescara • Central Heating

• Balcony: Private • Swimming pool: No • Garden: No • Suitable for Children

 

Facilities

Accommodation Equipment:   Cooker, Cooking Utensils/pans, Crockery, Cutlery, DVD, Freezer, Fridge, Glassware, Hair Dryer, Iron/Iron Board, Kettle, Microwave, Oven, Radio, Satellite/Cable, Television, Toaster, Towels/linen, Washing Machine
Furniture - Indoor:   Cots Available
Location:   Scenic Area
Outdoors:   Balcony

 

Airport Transfers

We can advise to make transfer arrangements at GBP 25.00 each way

 

Activities

Beach: Montesilvano (27 km)
Golf: Miglianico Golf (35 km)
Skiing: Passo Lanciano (40 km)
Outdoor Activities:   Golf, Historical Sites, Swimming, Tennis, Walking

 

The Area
The Abruzzo Region


Nestled halfway down Italy’s Adriatic coast, opposite Rome, Abruzzo has been described as the ‘green heart of Europe’ and is Italy’s most protected region. A third of its 11,000 sq km is designated as national park and is home to rare wildlife such as Marsicano bears, chamois and golden eagles

There are two spectacular mountain ranges, the Maiella and Gran Sasso, dotted with some of the least visited hill towns in Italy. There are 17 ski resorts in Abruzzo and the slopes are said to be central Italy’s finest, in spring it’s even possible to combine a morning's skiing with an afternoon on the beach! In addition, the coastline boasts 133km of golden beaches, creeks and cliffs....making Abruzzo an excellent year round holiday destination.

Abruzzo also holds some of Italy's best-preserved medieval and Renaissance hill towns.

Although rich in natural beauty and history, Abruzzo is only just starting to be discovered by tourists, so it is still authentic Italy




The Town of Penne


Penne is one of the most important towns in the province of Pescara, a reference point for the Vestina area. It is the ideal place for all types of stays: both in the summer and the winter since, with a drive of just 40 minutes, it is possible to reach the mountains where, in the summer, there are beautiful walks and, in the winter, equipped ski slopes on the peaks. In addition to this, there are also the sunny seaside resorts just a 35 min drive away with their crystal clear waters for bathing.

The town of Penne is defined as the ‘town of bricks’ due to its having been built almost entirely in cotto terracotta on the tops of four hills. On two of which the medieval centre still rises between the valleys of the Tavo and Fino rivers, amid a landscape of green hills and oak woods. To the west, the mountain ridge of the Apennines are visible just a few kilometres away.

The ancient town centre is well preserved, a maze of narrow, cobbled, alleys, surrounded by 15th century walls. The main access to the town is particularly picturesque, through the S. Francesco gate with its decorated frontispiece, and is the work of De Sio. Penne's churches include the 12th century Santa Maria, and the Duomo, which now houses the Diocese Museum including a crypt dating from the 8th century. The town has a lively festival at the end of August each year, and there is a market every saturday morning. You will find that the town has a warm and very friendly atmosphere.

A number of artistic-artisan workshops are active in the town, with the production of Pennesi majolica earthenware's, serigraph prints, embroideries, traditional weavings, jewellery, wrought iron and copper work and fine cabinet making.

Penne represents a point of access to the Gran Sasso National Park through the Lake of Penne Nature Reserve, a WWF oasis where it is possible to participate in guided visits. This oasis includes a centre for injured animals, a nature trail with observation huts, a handcraft shop, a botanical garden, a naturalistic museum, two aquariums and a centre where otters are bred. It is home to 160 speices of birds. The Lake is about 20 mins walk from the house or it is possible to drive.


Penne is close to the Gran Sasso National Park, and as soon as you leave the town you are into wonderful countryside, which is ideal for those who enjoy walking. An enjoyable way to spend a day (or half day) is to join one of the guided walks from Penne. Some of the walks available are: The Calderone Glacier, The Monastery of San Bartolomeo, "Little Tibet", A Fairy Tale Castle, Monks Valley, Ruined taverns and ancient mule tracks, Spectacular Majella Gorges & The Legends and Museums of Penne. It's also possible to book a week’s package of three full day walks, and two half day walks.

The nearby resort of Pescara has fantastic shopping, nightlife and seafood restaurants. A 35 minute drive takes you to Montesilvano with its clean beach. There is also Pineto, a resort known for its pine woods. The Passo Lanciano ski resort is approx 45 mins drive, and an excellent 18 hole golf course is approx 40 mins drive away. Children will love the Onda Blu Water Park, with pools, slides and shaded green picnic areas, which can be reached in about an hour. Rome is approx 2.5 hours away, and is a wonderful drive through the mountains. It's also possible to travel to Rome by coach from Pescara.....perfect for a day trip!

 

 

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