Property for sale in Abruzzo - historic character property in Civitella del Tronto

This property for sale in Abruzzo is a charming detached historic house on two levels surrounded by 30,000 square metres of lovely parkland in the beautiful historic centre of Civitella del Tronto. The main part of the house was built around 1500, and served as a watchtower for the Aragonese overlords who ruled this part of Italy prior to reunification. The building is in good condition, the roof has been renewed and all utilities are connected. There are tremendous views from the top of the tower, and the countyside around is brimming with natural beauty. The property has a total living area of 300 square metres.

Civitella del Tronto is the northernmost Bourbon citadel in Italy, and the very last bastion of resistance to the armies of Vittorio Emanuele I. The city grew up in the early 11th century and there is a lovely old historic centre, which is raised up giving views as far as the Adriatic sea. There are dozens of interesting places to visit nearby: the grottoes of Sant'Angelo and Salomone Paleolithic and Neolithic findings bear witness to the long history of this are, which stretches back to prehistoric times. For more infomation about the history of the area, visit www.fortezzacivitella.it

The beaches of the Adriatic coast lie 10km fom here and Pescara airport (Ryanair flights from Stansted) is 65km away.

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