Accommodation

Buyers of homes in Borgo Castello & Borgo Ulivo, can benefit from low cost airlines arriving at two airports all within an easy drive. In addition, there are ski slopes, beaches, lakes, golf and historical sites nearby. The borgo is a two hour drive from Italy's capital city - Rome - and close to the renowned regions of Umbria and Tuscany. In the village,homeowners can enjoy the traditional qualities of everyday Italian life, including the healthy and tasty Mediterranean diet, temperate weather, soft-blue skies, and warm and friendly locals.

If you are looking for Old Italy – then look no further. Discover an Italian quality of life and beautiful rural locations. It is perfect for those that are looking for a retreat from the hectic intensity of modern-day life.

Abruzzo is renowned as one of the greenest European regions with its four Natural parks. Wander round and view the artistic treasures, enjoy the culinary delights, participate in infinite activities such as horse riding and skiing, go on nature trails where you can see bears, wild boars, wolves, eagles, and the like. Enjoy the short distance between the mountains and the sea. Enjoy all four seasons in Abruzzo, the summer sea, the skiing in the colder months, the long, warm days in the spring, and the autumn walks around the hills and the lakes. The lakes in the area offer a range of sports and activities for all ages for example hiring boats, canoeing, rafting and fishing.

Viewing Weekends:

Viewing trips to the villages in Abruzzo  take place once a month. You book your own travel and accommodation and will be given a guided tour of the available medieval and eco houses during your trip. We would be delighted to have you join one of our  two-day viewing weekends – the only way to truly appreciate these beautiful villages and the potential of the property on offer.

 Next viewing trips are:

September 26/27th

Octover 10/11th

November 7/8th

REMEMBER PRICES INCLUDE FURNITURE!
Excluded from the price:
Utility connections such as electricity, water, sewage and gas are not included and are sole responsibility of the buyer to organize and pay .The approximate cost of  water, electricity and sewage connections is 3,500 euros.
Government and notary closing costs and property transfer taxes, which equate to approximately 10% of the purchase cost.

Facilities

The villages that form part of the 'I Borghi Nascosti' project in Abruzzo all vary in size from hamlets to small villages with a few thousand inhabitants. The facilities, just 600 meters away in the  village where Borgo Castello and Borgo Ulivo are located offer food and vegetable shop (alimentari),a  little tabaccaio, a butcher, a petrol station. The village, which has a population of 2,000, has numerous shops and retail outlets.  Download a Welcome Guide to the Hilltop villages

Nearby there are numerous historical hilltop towns, such as Atri and Teramo, with every modern convenience and plenty of old ones too!

Abruzzo's numerous Blue Flag beaches also await you..we particularly recommend Rosetto..a real gem.

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Activities and Leisure

Abruzzo is renowned as one of the greenest European regions with its four Natural parks. Wander round and view the artistic treasures, enjoy the culinary delights, participate in infinite activities such as horse riding and skiing, go on nature trails where you can see bears, wild boars, wolves, eagles, and the like. Enjoy the short distance between the mountains and the sea. Enjoy all four seasons in Abruzzo, the summer sea, the skiing in the colder months, the long, warm days in the spring, and the autumn walks around the hills and the lakes. The lakes in the area offer a range of sports and activities for all ages for example hiring boats, canoeing, rafting and fishing.

The region of Abruzzo boasts one hundred and thirty kilometres of sparkling seaside, golden beaches, creeks and cliffs that run along the coast. The land adjoining the deep blue sea is dotted with woods, green hills, little villages and larger, bustling towns. The Borghi Nascosti seaside hilltop villages are all within very easy access of several seaside locations and their sandy beaches. In fact, the blue, shimmering expanse of the Adriatic is the background of the lush vineyard growing fields and olive groves that surround the village
homes.

The province of Teramo, where the Borghi Nascosti homes are located, has won the “Bandiera Blue” top
Italian prize for the most clean waters.

Local Activities

The stunning medieval town of Atri is just 27 km from the villages. It is situated on tope of the 3- pointed
hill with magnificent views over the Adriatic Sea. The majestic Gran Sasso chain of mountains is the backdrop
against which it is positioned. The town of Atri was famous and powerful in antiquity. Today it is one of the
most important historical, cultural and artistic centres in Abruzzo. The surrounding landscape is well-known
for the impressive canyon-like calanques and the partly-unexplored caves.

Teramo is a stunning historical town located near the Borghi Nascosti hilltop villages as well as being the capital city of the province of Teramo. It is a great spot to do a bit of sightseeing or shopping, or even take a leisurely walk to soak up the sights and the people.In the centre of the town is the beautiful Piazza.

For the kids, a trip to the fun Onda Blu Water Entertainment ground is an exciting day out. It is
about 40 minutes drive from the Borghi Nascosti villages (49 km)

Skiing is available at an important ski resort a 50 minutes drive (53 km) from the Borghi Nascosti villages
at the Passo Lanciano-Majelletta ski resort. The two main winter sports locations in the area are the Maella and the Gran Sasso mountains. The local ski resorts offer downhill and cross-country skiing, as well as snowboarding, ski-touring, snow-rafting, tobogganing and dog-sledding.The resort is also a great resource for the summer months as it offers great nature trails and mountainside restaurants where one can stop off to eat and indulge the healthy appetite that has been built up during the walks. Among the suggested trails are: the Calderone glacier trail, the Little Tibet trail and the spectacular Majella gorges walk. Other ski resorts in the area include the Prati di Tivo ski resort 49 km) and Campo Imperatore  (73 km)

Those with a passion for golf can participate in the sport at the Miglianico Golf Club (70 km). The Maglianico Golf club hosts a series of international golf tournaments during the year, and encourages those
in the area for their holidays to come and use their facilities.

There are two large National parks that span the surrounding areas that are ideal for day trips, picnics and
nature trails. There is also a series of sporting associations in the parks that offer activities ranging from horseback riding to lawn-sailing to rock climbing. The national parks are the Parco Nazionale d’Abruzzo  and the Parco Nazionale della Majella. The ARPA bus service runs routes to the various park locations.

Downloads

 Hilltop Villages Welcome Guide

Property Plans

 Borgo Castello & Borgo Ulivo floorplans