2 bedrooms detached house, 144 m²

Crecchio, Chieti (province)

A charming detached,
characterful stone cottage in a small hamlet near to the 11th century town of
Crecchio.  Certified as one of the most
beautiful villages in Italy, with its narrow cobbled streets, and stone clad houses,
Crecchio is renowned for its castle where King Umberto II spent his last night
in Italy after being exiled.

Casa Allegra is a
short distance from Crecchio, and being in the centre of the hamlet, was used
as a gathering place for the neighbours who would come and dance the night away
after a long day working in the fields. It’s most suited to those who want to immerse
themselves in an authentic Italian community, with an informal and relaxed
atmosphere.  Only 40 minutes from Pescara
airport and 10 minutes to the nearest motorway, it has been designed as a
lock-up and go, and would be ideal as a holiday home, rental investment or
permanent residence. 

The rustic wooden
entrance doors open into a large, airy, living, dining and kitchen area. With
beautiful flagstone tiles, beamed ceilings, and a traditional brickwork
kitchen, complete with original pizza oven, the approximate 50sqm area, with
its high ceilings, and patio doors leading out to the 60sqm terrace provides
ample space for entertaining. 

The bespoke wood and
iron-work staircase, set against the thick stone walls, is a focal point
on all three levels.  The spacious first
floor landing leads to a single bedroom with original floor tiles, basin, and
countryside views from the Juliet balcony. 
A set of doors from the landing leads to a bright dual aspect double
bedroom with a Juliette balcony and roll top bath. The shower room next door
has been tastefully designed, making the most of the exposed stone.

The staircase
continues to the second floor, which is a converted attic.  It is open plan and currently used as a
bedroom and relax area.  There is an a bathroom,
plus balcony with a sea view while to the front, the Juliet balcony has a
lovely mountain view. 

The open aspect of the
house, with its large windows and different views, gives a feeling of
being immersed in the countryside, without the isolation.

A council-owned narrow
strip separates the house from the summer space next door, complete with
swimming pool, gazebo, covered kitchen area and private parking.

Within easy reach of
all amenities, less than a 10-minute drive to the nearest beach, and one hour
to the Majella mountain, this attractive stone cottage has been lovingly
renovated with fine taste, offering a very comfortable and welcoming home in
which to explore the beautiful region of Abruzzo.