Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens
A fully restored country villa in Abruzzo, near the town of Lanciano in the village of Castel Frentano. The property sleeps 10. A 4 bedroom (all with aircon), 3 bathroom house with private pool that is set within 1/3rd of an acre overlooking the village of Castel Frentano. 15 minutes from the unspoilt Adriatic Sea and 45 minutes from Roman ski resorts. This house has been totally renovated to the highest standard with all modern facilities including aircon & wifi internet access. The house sits overlooking the hill village of Castel Frentano with its bars, shops and cafes, where it is possible to relax and get a taste of real Italian life.
Commodités de l’hébergement
Ski
Droits d’accès aux remontées mécaniques
Ski à proximité
Piscine/spa
Baignoire à remous
Piscine extérieure
Piscine privée
Internet
Disponible dans la villa : Wi-Fi gratuit
Stationnement et transport
Voiture nécessaire
Stationnement sur place
Cuisine
Batterie de cuisine, vaisselle et couverts
Bouilloire électrique
Cafetière-théière
Épices
Four
Four à micro-ondes
Grille-pain
Lave-vaisselle
Réfrigérateur
Surface de cuisson
Restauration
Table de salle à manger
Chambres
4 chambres
Draps fournis
Salle de bain
3,5 salles de bain
Baignoire
Baignoire ou douche
Douche
Papier de toilette
Savon
Séchoir à cheveux
Serviettes fournies
Lieux de séjour
Foyer
Poêle à bois
Salle à manger séparée
Salle de séjour
Table de salle à manger
Divertissement
Chaîne audio
Jeux
Lecteur de DVD
Livres
Musicothèque
Téléviseur
Vidéothèque
Espaces extérieurs
Balcon
Barbecue
Jardin
Buanderie
Installations de buanderie
Laveuse
Confort
Chauffage
Climatisation
Animaux de compagnie
Aucun animal de compagnie autorisé
Accessibilité
Hébergement non-fumeurs
Services et commodités
Fer et planche à repasser
Points d’intérêt de l’endroit
À proximité d’un port de plaisance
À proximité de la mer
Dans un village
En zone rurale
Hôpital à proximité
Zoo à proximité
Activités
Droits d’accès aux remontées mécaniques
Équipement de sports d’hiver
Golf
Vélos
Chasse à proximité
Descente en eau vive à proximité
Équitation à proximité
Golf à proximité
Observation d’oiseaux à proximité
Parc d’attractions à proximité
Parois d’escalade à proximité
Pêche à proximité
Planche à voile à proximité
Plongée avec masque et tuba à proximité
Plongée sous-marine à proximité
Sentiers de randonnée ou de vélo à proximité
Surf ou surf horizontal à proximité
Vélo de montagne à proximité
Visites de vignobles à proximité
Voile à proximité
Dispositifs de sécurité
Détecteur de monoxyde de carbone (L’hôte a indiqué qu’il y avait un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone dans l’hébergement.)
Détecteur de fumée (L’hôte a indiqué qu’il y avait un détecteur de fumée dans l’hébergement.)
L’hôte vous enverra un courriel contenant les instructions relatives à l’arrivée et au départ.
Les renseignements fournis par l’hébergement peuvent être traduits au moyen d’outils de traduction automatique.
Instructions relatives au départ
L’hôte vous demande d’effectuer ce qui suit avant votre départ :
Retirer les effets personnels et sortir les poubelles
Éteindre les lumières, verrouiller les portes et retourner les clés
Le non-respect de ces règles peut entraîner un avis négatif de la part de l’hôte.
Animaux de compagnie
Les animaux de compagnie ne sont pas autorisés.
Enfants et lits supplémentaires
Les enfants sont bienvenus.
Événements
Aucun événement autorisé
Fumeurs/non-fumeurs
Interdis de fumer
Renseignements importants
À savoir
Des frais par personne supplémentaire peuvent s’appliquer et varient selon les politiques de l’hébergement.
Une pièce d’identité avec photo émise par le gouvernement et un dépôt en espèces, une carte de crédit ou une carte de débit pour couvrir les frais accessoires peuvent être requis à l’arrivée.
Les demandes spéciales sont sujettes à la disponibilité au moment de l’enregistrement et peuvent entraîner des frais supplémentaires. Les demandes spéciales ne peuvent pas être garanties.
Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont strictement interdits.
L’hôte a indiqué qu’il y avait un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone dans l’hébergement.
L’hôte a indiqué qu’il y avait un détecteur de fumée dans l’hébergement.
Cet hébergement comprend les dispositifs de sécurité suivants : un extincteur, une trousse de premiers soins et une serrure à pêne dormant.
Cet hébergement dispose d’espaces extérieurs, tels que des balcons, des patios et des terrasses, qui peuvent ne pas convenir aux enfants. Si vous avez des inquiétudes, nous vous recommandons de communiquer avec l’hébergement avant votre arrivée pour confirmer qu’il pourra vous accueillir dans une chambre appropriée.
Cet hébergement est géré par l’intérmediaire de notre partenaire Vrbo. Vrbo vous enverra un courriel contenant un lien vers un compte Vrbo qui vous permettra de modifier ou d’annuler votre réservation.
Numéro d’enregistrement de l’hébergement : IT069018C2SIFB8IH9, 069018CVP0003
À noter
Tous les clients, y compris les enfants, doivent être présents à l'enregistrement et présenter une pièce d'identité avec photo ou leur passeport.
Conformément à la réglementation nationale, les transactions en espèces effectuées dans cet hébergement ne peuvent pas dépasser 5000 GBP. Pour plus de renseignements, veuillez communiquer avec l'hébergement en utilisant les coordonnées qui figurent dans la confirmation de réservation.
Une voiture est nécessaire pour accéder à l'établissement et pour se déplacer pendant le séjour.
À propos du quartier
À Castel Frentano, cette villa se situe en zone rurale et sur la mer. Ces sites reflètent la beauté naturelle de la région : Parc national de la Majella et Cascade de Saint Jean, et parmi les attractions de la région, notons les suivantes : Zoo d'Abruzzo et Parc aventure Majella. Vivez des aventures aquatiques dans la région en essayant la plongée sous-marine et la plongée avec masque et tuba, ou profitez des grands espaces en découvrant le vélo de montagne et l'équitation. Visiter le guide de voyage pour Castel Frentano
Pescara (PSR-Aéroport international des Abruzzes) : à 53 min en voiture
Restaurants
McDonald's
10 min en voiture
Perla Majella
10 min en voiture
Ristorante Da Peppone
3 min en voiture
Manhattan Bar
10 min en voiture
Osteria dei Vecchi Sapori
10 min en voiture
Foire aux questions
Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens possède-t-il une piscine?
Oui, cet établissement vous propose piscine extérieure.
Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens accepte-t-il les animaux de compagnie?
Non, l’établissement n’accepte pas les animaux de compagnie.
Combien coûte le stationnement à Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens?
L’hébergement dispose d’un stationnement sur place.
À quelle heure est-il possible d'arriver à Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens?
L’arrivée est possible à partir de 14 h 30.
À quelle heure doit s'effectuer le départ à Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens?
Le départ est à 10 h.
Où se situe Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens?
Villa de type familial se trouve sur la mer, à moins de 10 km des sites suivants : Sanctuaire du miracle eucharistique, 16e Ball Tattoo par Marco Biondi et Piazza del Plebiscito. Les points d'intérêt suivants sont également à moins de 15 km : Place publique et Kartodromo Santa Giulia.
Avis pour Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens
Avis
Exceptionnel
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Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Our stay with our friends
We really enjoyed our stay with our kids and friends. Tony was really helpful and gave us a lot of information for our stay. We can really recommend it.
Susanne K.
Séjour de 16 nuits en juillet 2024
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Amy W.
31 juill. 2025
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
This house was amazing. It was spacious, clean and well-equipped with a fabulous pool, a lovely garden and near to amenities (but felt very private).The owner Tony and his local representative Antonio could not have been more helpful in making sure we had everything we needed and making suggestions about things to do or where to eat etc.I really couldn't fault it - we had a brilliant holiday there and there is so much to do in the local area, we will have to come back!
Amy W.
Séjour de 14 nuits en juillet 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Kimberley R.
15 août 2025
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
We had an absolutely amazing stay in Casa Trastulli. Everybody involved with running the Villa were fabulous, friendly, always there to help and Tony the owner came back to any questions I had straight away. We stayed as two families with 5 teenagers. They loved having the top floor to themselves. I loved the ensuites and the outside and the views were just breathtaking. The pool was used all the time and everything was thought through and catered for and the villa was comfy and in immaculate condition. I would not hesitate to recommend this to anyone and we will definitely return. The town was full of very friendly people and we made some lovely friends - a huge thank you for some very happy memories to Tony and his team xxxx
Kimberley R.
Séjour de 10 nuits en juillet 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Daniella S.
2 sept. 2023
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
A great stay!
We had a fabulous 2 weeks at the villa. We enjoyed lazy days by the pool during the hot daytimes. The Villa is well situated for visiting typical Abruzzo villages and the Trabocchi coast. The villa has everything you need for your holiday and was ample big enough for 6 adults and 3 children. The sunsets from the balcony were beautiful! Having aircon in the bedrooms was such a great addition during the hot evenings. Tony’s instructions and communication throughout the whole process was fantastic, so helpful! Antonio checked in on us and made sure we had all that we needed. Tina, the cleaner, gave us lots of recommendations for places to visit and places to eat! Would highly recommend this villa if you’re after a real piece of Abruzzo in the countryside.
Daniella S.
Séjour de 14 nuits en août 2023
Avis vérifié
8/10 – Bien
Stuart F.
9 août 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Family get together and friends wedding
House clean, mosquito window nets broken upstairs, window security upstairs for children?, top floor bathroom window broken, outside patio needed good sweep as waterbomb balloons scattered about as they were on balcony. Mop not functional, bbq not useable(dirty) although brick/charcoal bbq excellent and one lounger broken, although promptly replaced. Could do with house name on house as road name not on all satnavs.
Despite minor comments above a brilliant holiday enjoyed by all with good facilities, private/secluded good security, accommodation,pool, Castel Frentano has all you need but Conad supermarket not far away in Lanciano and the jewel in the crown Antonio ( local knowledge advice and his cooking)
Stuart F.
Séjour de 14 nuits en juillet 2022
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Virginie B.
10 août 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Cet un endroit magnifique!
La villa est située au coeur des abruzzes dans un petit village très typique. Le confort de la villa est génial. Les chambres sont spacieuses et les trois salles de bain sont impeccables.
La personne de contact sur place est à notre disposition pour toutes questions et est très disponible. je vous recommande ce séjour.
Virginie B.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2022
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Lucie P.
7 août 2019
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Superbes vacances en famille
Superbes vacances en famille
Lucie P.
Séjour de 14 nuits en juillet 2019
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Cyrine A.
19 août 2018
Superbe et agréable villa
Nous avons aimé cette villa très fonctionnelle, bien pensée et extrêmement bien entretenue.
Le propriétaire Tony est a l'écoute et de tres bon conseil.
Nous recommandons vivement.
Cyrine A.
Séjour de 14 nuits en août 2018
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Alessandro I.
29 août 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Relax
Perfetta casa nelle colline Abruzzesi. Bei spazi molto confortevole con tutti gli optional ad esempio due griglie una a gas e una a carbonella in pietra. Centrale a breve distanza dalla Maiella ma anche dalla costa dei Trabocchi. Bella esperienza peccato che siamo stati una sola settimana
Alessandro I.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2022
Avis vérifié
6/10 – Acceptable
Lina D.
28 août 2022
Points forts : Arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.
Points faibles : Propreté
Sehr schön
Schöne Lage, schönes Haus, perfekt für zwei Familien.
Lina D.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2022
Avis vérifié
8/10 – Bien
Kristof B.
17 août 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Nice house, nice host
A clean nice house with everything you need. The pool is great. The host is friendly and helps you with any problems or questions.
Kristof B.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2022
Avis vérifié
8/10 – Bien
Hans Robert E.
16 juill. 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Great house, nice pool
Great house to stay in. Very cozy and charming. Tony is a great host to have contact with. Very nice to have your own pool. We where nine people and still the house didnt feel crowded. Nice surrondings.
Hans Robert E.
Séjour de 6 nuits en juillet 2022
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Kari P.
4 juill. 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Perfect holiday home!
This place was just perfect! We were there with My family (three Kids under 8) and My parents. We alla had such a lovely stay. Kids LOVED The pool and so did rest of us. Garden IS beautiful. House is clean, beutifully decorated and beds are so comfortable. Kitchen is everything you can wish For and IT IS a pleasure to Cook there. Owners couldnt Be More nice and helpful. They were always ready to help with everything! Book this and enjoy! Miss it already.
Kari P.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2022
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
stefan v.
28 juill. 2021
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Fully equipped house with great garden and pool
Lovely stay in a 3 level house with nice garden and great pool. Fully equipped house with fantastic kitchen. Excellent contacts with owner Tony ( his guide about the house and the region is the best I have ever seen) and with local contact Antonio who is the Italian hospitality in person. The location of the house is great, halfway beach and mountains, and close to the city of Lanciano. Recommended!
stefan v.
Séjour de 10 nuits en juillet 2021
Avis vérifié
8/10 – Bien
Valentina C.
9 juill. 2021
Points forts : Arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.
Vacanza tra mare e monti
Proprietario e custode molto gentili, risposte immediate in caso di necessità.
La casa appena fuori dal paese è attrezzata con ogni comfort e ben organizzata. Curato il giardino e la piscina.
Valentina C.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2021
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Riccardo D.
30 oct. 2019
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Ideaal vakantiehuis voor 2 gezinnen
Verscholen tussen de bergen en het strand ligt dit mooie vakantiehuis in de regio Abruzzo. Het huis is van alle gemakken voorzien en biedt voldoende plaats voor 2 gezinnen met kinderen. De sleutelhouder is zeer attent en zorgt ervoor dat het de gasten aan niets ontbreekt. Het huis is sfeervol ingericht en beschikt over een afgesloten tuin met veel privacy. Castel Frentano ligt ideaal als uitgangspunt om de Abruzzo te verkennen, Lanciano is als stad dichtbij met ruime voorzieningen om te winkelen en boodschappen te doen. Het contact met de eigenaar verloopt perfect, hij verstrekt veel en goede informatie over het huis en de omgeving.
Riccardo D.
Séjour de 7 nuits en octobre 2019
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Valentina S.
22 sept. 2019
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Perfekter Familienurlaub
Wir hatten einen sehr schönen und erholsamen Urlaub in Castel Frentano. Das Haus war sauber und alles hat reibungslos funktioniert. Es ist alles Vorhanden um sich selber zu versorgen.
Wir haben jeden Abend für uns gekocht und die Zeit zusammen genossen. Der einzige Nachteil waren die Mücken. Aber das tat unserer Stimmung keinen Abbruch.
Der Pool und der Garten sind sehr sauber und gepflegt. Und ideal für Familien mit Kindern.
Da wir zwei kleine Kinder dabei hatten waren wir nicht auf großer Erkundungstour jedoch ist das Dorf und das Meer (Casalbordino, ca. 30 Km vom Haus entfernt, in Richtung Vasto) sehr schön.
Es gibt auch ein Einkaufszentrum in Lanciano( ca. 8 km von Castel Frentano entfernt) das haben wir genutzt als es schlecht Wetter war.
Der Kontakt lief immer Reibungslos ab. Alle haben sich bemüht dass alles für uns gepasst hat.
Allen voran der Abend an dem Antonio für uns gekocht hat. Nehmt das Angebot an, ihr werdet es nicht bereuen.
Er hat uns auch zur Seite gestanden wenn wir etwas gebraucht haben oder fragen hatten.
Wir kommen gerne wieder. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Valentina S.
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2019
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
cindy s.
17 sept. 2019
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Authentic italy
We had a fantastic stay in castel frentano. The house pool and outdoor spaces were fantastic and it was a nice walk into town. The view from the upstairs balcony was amazing and Antonio was very helpful.
We loved the amazing villages of Abruzzo and the fact that it wasn’t over run with tourists.
We would definitely stay here again. Thanks for a lovely week.
cindy s.
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2019
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Lucy P.
25 août 2019
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Great family venue
Stayed this summer with my sister, two families consisting of 4 adults and 6 children aged between 16 and 7 and the house accomodated us easily. The property was spacious and clean and the kitchen was well equipped. Highlight of the holiday was the pool which was in almost constant use hosting many games of water polo and the likes, very good for the younger children who were not strong swimmers as they could still take part in the shallower end of the pool. We were blessed with incredible weather and were very thankful of the air con! Most of our time was spent poolside but we also ventured to the beach Casalbordino, on the first visit the sea was calm, warm and clear and we spent hours in the water swimming and around the rocks watching small fish, the second visit found the sea much rougher and we all had fun in the waves. Local Oasi supermarket in Lanciano was great for supplies and gelato, the staff were very friendly and spoke fantastic English. We stumbled across a local festival in Pretoro in which the hill top village is lit up at night and street food and goods are sold along the winding roads which twist up through the town, it was a very honest look at modern Italy celebrating its old traditions, Thoroughly enjoyed out trip.
Lucy P.
Avis vérifié
8/10 – Bien
wendy m.
3 oct. 2018
Holiday home Casa Trastulli in Castel Frentano
We really enjoyed our stay at Casa Trastulli in Castel Frentano. The property is a lovely spacious house with two bedrooms on both second and third floors; a cosy lounge, dinning room and well equipped kitchen on the ground floor. Possibly better equipped that most properties we have stayed in France, Spain and Portugal before. We made good use of the kitchen and the BBQ outside in the lovely enclosed garden.
A welcome pack was left for us on arrival, which was much appreciated as it was evening when we arrived. Antonio, the Property Manager was on hand to check we were okay and helped us very quickly to address any issues. We had some problems with our shower overheating and he got that sorted out really quickly. He also helps ups find a really good local winery (which we went back to twice!) and even cut my daughter's hair for us (he is also the local barber)! Highly recommend asking him to cook for you, as his 5 course meal was delicious.
The village is only a 15 minute walk and you can find most things there. We ate the most wonderful ice cream in the local Galateria. Be warned huge portions, but highly recommend. The bakery sold wonderful fruit filled croissants and be sure to try the local Bocconotti Montoriesi pastries.
There is lots to do from visiting the wonderful sandy beaches, to going to the Majella National Park to tasting the excellent Abruzzo cuisine and local wine. The list is endless. We loved the Abruzzo region. We will definitely be coming back again.
wendy m.
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Joakim A.
18 juill. 2018
Fantastic house in a fantastic relaxing environment
We were two families with four adults and four children betweeen 6-9 years old. Had a fantastic time at the house, it never felt small, all necessary equipment is there, and it has a very nice standard to it. The knifes in the kitchen would need some sharpening though :)
We enjoyed every moment of the house, the soroundings and the pool of course. Under one hour drive takes you to really nice beaches and mountains. You can do running from the house down in the valleys between all the grape plantations. Stunning views.
Would love to come back again.
Joakim A.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2018
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Gertrud J.
4 juill. 2018
A beautiful and well equipped house in Abruzzo
We all (seven persons) had a really nice week in Casa Trastulli in the village Castel Frentano. The house was so nice with its four bedrooms with great views, three bathrooms and the well equipped kitchen and dining-room The garden and the swimminpool were perfekt for us. We spent most of the evenings at the house looking at the sunset and often had our dinner at the terrace or the balcony. All of us liked Castel Frentano. We went to the beaches and the small villages by the sea almost every day (about half an hour to drive). We also made a trip to the mountains (Passo Lanciano) and to the beautiful old towns Guardiagrele and Lanciano.
We had a lot of help of the notes, books and maps left in the house.
Thanks to Tony and family!
Gertrud J.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2018
Avis ancien
10/10 – Excellent
ANDY P.
24 oct. 2017
THE ESSENCE OF ITALY
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to this beautiful, but less familiar corner of Italy. The villa is perfectly clean, spacious, well appointed and cared for by the helpful Antonio who, as a lifelong village resident, is also a mine of local information. It's a converted old house, so has distinctive character but has been completely refurbished with a nice spacious modern kitchen/dining area - ideal for family meals.
The location on the outskirts of Castle Frentano is perfect, just 20 minutes or so to the coast and some lovely beaches, coves, gelateria and fish restaurants and a similar distance to the mountains with extensive opportunities for trekking, mountain biking and so on. But if you prefer to relax and enjoy rural Italian life with great local wines and farm produce you would struggle to find a more authentic place. There is a brilliant Conad supermarket just 10 minutes away in Lanciano with everything from electrical goods to an unexpected sushi bar (!) but we shopped mostly in Castel Frentano itself, experiencing the delights of the grocery store, the baker on the main street (delicious pizza slices for a picnic) and Antonio the butcher's. And don't forget to try the local sweet cake delicacies - Bocconotto, fantastico! We only had a few days to explore, but there is so much to see in the local area - from picture perfect hilltop medieval towns to immaculate war graves, endless beaches and rugged mountains. This is Italy, unmistakable, timeless, beautiful, hospitable.
ANDY P.
Avis ancien
10/10 – Excellent
Deborah B.
10 oct. 2017
A wonderful taste of Italian life
Our stay gave us a wonderful taste of Italian life and a chance to truly unwind. The villa was clean, comfortable and authentically furnished with all the home comforts. With only three people we were spoilt for space and so this house would be ideal for larger groups and families too. Outside you have a large terrace with a striking view over to the small village of Castel Frentano, just a short walk away, and the perfect place to enjoy breakfast in the sun or the local vino in the evenings. We spent most of our time outside making use of the large garden, pool and a BBQ. The owners have clearly spent a lot of time in the area and surrounding villages as they passed on a wealth of local knowledge. With their recommendations we found some real gems, particularly the seafood restaurants that are less than 20 minutes away. The local host Antonio met us with a warm welcome and Italian hamper, and was eager to go the extra mile for anything we needed. But the slower pace of Italian life suited us fine. Make sure you try the Bocconotto pastries in the local bakery Bottega, they're famous for a reason! Overall our stay was enjoyable and hassle-free, and we would highly recommend to others visiting the Adriatic coast. We just wished we'd had longer!
Deborah B.
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2017
Avis ancien
6/10 – Acceptable
Bryan D.
2 oct. 2017
Large Comfortable Villa with Superb views
We stayed here for a week in September. The villa is huge and sleeps up to ten. It is well equipped and comfortable. The view from the upper terrace towards Castel Frentano is superb, particularly at night.
Castel Frentano itself is disappointing as it is very run down and neglected and without much in the way of restaurants. Nearby Lanciano however is a delight, particularly at night. A little further away Guardiagrele is another delightful hill town and both of these towns have good restaurants.
The reason for the poor rating is that the swimming pool is not fit for purpose. It is only 8 metres long. We knew that but what I could not have guessed it that it is a paddling pool with a deep end! The shallow end of about one third the total length is barely two feet deep. Any attempt to swim a length will give you grazed knees, arms and feet! It is OK for kids to paddle in but even for them it would be much safer without the seven foot deep, deep end.
The villa is on what seems like a quiet road during the day but there is a rush hour every morning at 5.00 am until 7.00 am. OK I guess if you use the air-con or open windows on the garden side. Unfortunately the alarm system which the owner recommends being on at night includes the garden side upstairs windows.
We had a problem with a very noisy pool pump but to be fair the owner got that fixed immediately and we were able to enjoy the peace of the garden again.
Last thought is general to the area. It is real, traditional Italy with very pretty hilltop towns and amazingly good restaurants. Be aware that in September many of these restaurants shut unpredictably and we spent many hours searching the internet for a restaurant we could book each night.
Very often these were a long drive away down the appallingly broken local roads. Even finding the restaurants was difficult as sat-nav and phone maps sometime failed to get us there. When you are right outside it may still be difficult to find because, in the old towns, many restaurants have just a single door onto the street. It is usually well worth the effort though as the food is amazing. The flip side to this is that there are miles and miles of pristine, empty beaches in September because the lidos just pack up and take away almost all of the umbrellas and sun loungers - Heaven!