and wonderful swimming in the Adriatic in the summer from the many safe, sandy beaches - but offers tranquility at all times! The house is approached through a tree lined drive, with a small river at the bottom (safe for children to paddle and even has the odd trout!).  It  has over 200 olive trees in the surrounding grounds. The farm is fully centrally heated for the winter months, and most of the hot water comes from solar heating.

The farmhouse will easily sleep six but there is a sofa bed (in main bedroom) and 3 extra temporary beds if needed.  There is also the Poolhouse! Although this was originally built for the “swimmers” it has two single  beds, a shower, washbasin and toilet and so could be used as an extension of the house for a large or second family.  Further, for very large groups there is the Log Cabin - available separately The farmhouse consists of 3 large double bedrooms (2 with washbasins), two bathrooms, a fully equipped very large Kitchen/Diner,  a  large lounge with a romantic log fire and an “Open”  room for eating  (generally summer only!) with some beautiful Italian antique furniture. There is an enormous veranda (12m x 6m) on the first floor facing south allowing maximum effect of the wonderful view. A large permanent Gazebo is on one corner to shield the sun - perfect place for lunch or an evening barbeque.

Serramonacesca is a tiny, tranquil village found in the province of Pescara in the Abruzzo Region. The village is located on the crest of a 900 foot hill which drops down a steep ridge to the Alento and Vallone Rivers. Serramonacesca is noted for the 9th century Benedictine Abbey of San Liberatore a Maiella, one of the most important medieval churches in Italy. Visit the wondrous mountains and valleys of Serramonacesca.

The house is situated just five min walk from the village and is approached through two white iron gates, up a 100 metre drive surrounded by 200 olive trees and there are also some almond, fig, apple and pear trees. To the left of the house we have just constructed a 12 metre solar heated swimming pool (2m deep) that has a fully equipped (toilet, shower, changing facilities etc) log cabin. At night the pool is lit by underwater lights and around the pool. At the far extreme of our land we have a second log cabin completely self contained for sleeping a further 2/4 persons. The log cabin can be reached from the pool area or by a separate path from the gated entrance - so privacy remains for both occupants - in the farmhouse and the cabin - which can just be seen through the trees!

Olive Grove Farm offers total tranquility, with wonderful mountain/hill walks immediately outside.  Ideally suited for everyone - a couple looking for a romantic holiday, a family or a small group of friends. Whether you are looking for a totally private isolated holiday, a holiday full of activities and night life, Olive Grove Farm Serramonacesca and the surrounding area can offer everything you desire.

Log Cabin Please see separate information. Importantly the Log Cabin can rented with the Farmhouse or separately. It is about 150 metres from the farmhouse and gives complete privacy to both occupants. The facilities are NOT shared with the Log Cabin unless this is desired. Renting this also increases the total capacity by 2-4 people.

Facilities A canoe and two mountain bikes are available for use. There are several books and many CD’s, DVD’s. Local river passes through our land) safe for children to play in (supervised) and build dams etc. Small library of books and collection of tourist information booklets. Further we have a football machine,dartboard and outdoor table tennis (for 4) and children’s swing

3 tier Fountain  Illuminated at night with three colours

Parking Plenty of space on right of house for several cars. A car port is now finished and offers protection from the sun.

Location Pescara Airport is just 25 minutes drive away and Rome (Campino) is just 1.6 hours away. Ryan Air fly into both airports, thus very cheap flights are nearly always available if you book in advance. There are even direct flights from New York and Toronto to Pescara. Both airports have all the normal car hire companies. Other low cost airlines of course fly in Rome and Pescara. A car is really needed (unless you like walking. If so then there is a bus from Rome every two hours and a taxi can be arranged to collect you from Pescara. Regular bus service leaving Serramonacesca every day.

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