Abruzzo, Italy - A Place in the Sun

2021 / Abruzzo, Italy Laura Hamilton on 25 November 2021

Abruzzo, Italy Laura Hamilton

Since meeting on a trip to Abruzzo on the east coast of Italy a year ago, Sue and Jane have become firm friends. And retired nurse Sue loved the area so much, that now she feels the time is right to find the perfect property there that she can retire to. For her £120,000 budget she’s looking for a three-bedroom detached house with a garden. Laura Hamilton has five great properties to show them but will any of them be perfect enough for Sue to call home?

Abruzzo

About the area

The Abruzzo region rates as fourth in the list of in demand Italian regions for foreign buyers. It is in the heart of south-eastern Italy and at the same latitude as Rome - which is only 100 km away. Abruzzo is renowned for its variety and richness of its cuisine which is considered among the best in Italy. The area is extensively cultivated with olive trees and vineyards, and produces celebrated wines and extra virgin olive oil. Along the Abruzzo coast property prices are generally cheaper comparative to other Italian regions.

Property 1

Three-bed villa in Roccascalegna

This villa is spacious and habitable and has spectacular mountain views. At the back there is a lovely vegetable garden and in the front a small olive grove. As you walk there is a kitchen with a fireplace, a spacious living room, small bathroom and utility room. Upstairs are three large double bedrooms and a bathroom. Visit the estate agent's website here.

Valued at £99,091 at the time of filming.

Property 2

Four-bed house in Casoli

This property is in good condition and has a garden to the side with a garage and a small plot surrounding the property. Inside is spread over four floors, two of which are currently individual apartments with a staircase on the inside and the outside. The property has a ground floor main entrance, hallway, kitchen dining room, living room, two bedrooms and a bathroom. Visit the estate agent's website here.

Valued at £126,363 at the time of filming.

Property 3

Two-bed house in Castiglione Messer Raimondo

Casa Ulivo is a renovated stone house set in the peaceful countryside with stunning views. The first floor has a modern kitchen, cosy living room with exposed stone walls, two good size bedrooms, and a bathroom. From the kitchen has access to a terrace with pergola, providing welcome shade for relaxing and al fresco dining. On the ground floor is the laundry and other rooms that could provide further accommodation. Visit the estate agent's website here.

Valued at £135,454 at the time of filming.

Property 4

Four-bed house in Pennapiedimonte

Located in a peaceful area, this detached house on three levels is surrounded by nearly 4,000 sq metres of land. On the ground floor are two rooms and a bathroom. The first floor has a living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. The other three bedrooms are found on the second floor, one of which has an en-suite bathroom. Find out more here.

Valued at £76,818 at the time of filming.

Property 5

Four-bed house in Corvara

This four bed house has a lawned area with olive trees and a large shady tree, with space for a swimming pool, and sits on a 2,100m2 plot of land. Visit the agent's website.

Valued at £142,727 at the time of filming.

Hot Property

Five-bed villa in Silvi

This villa is situated in the hills of Silvi about 300 metres from the sea, and is built over three floors. In the basement is a well-decorated tavern, large dining area and bedroom with bathroom. There are three patios on the ground floor, one offering a beautiful sea view with access to the garden and the pool. The villa is surrounded by a garden of about 3,300 square metres, which was designed around dozens of ancient olive trees. In the garden there is a swimming pool and a fully floodlit sports court for tennis, football and other sports. View the agent's website here.