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Large Unique - 8 double rooms ensuite - 25 m Pool - Gym - Sea and Mountain close

Large Unique - 8 double rooms ensuite - 25 m Pool - Gym - Sea and Mountain close

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Exterior
Large diningroom
Pool
A house and pool with a view.
25 meter pool

Overview of Large Unique - 8 double rooms ensuite - 25 m Pool - Gym - Sea and Mountain close

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
8 bedroomsSleeps 16400 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Villalfonsina, Abruzzo
  • Popular LocationSanctuary of Santa Maria dei Miracoli10 min drive
  • Popular LocationPunta Aderci Nature Reserve22 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpiaggia di Punta Aderci28 min drive
  • AirportPescara (PSR-Abruzzo Intl.)56 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 8

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Large Unique - 8 double rooms ensuite - 25 m Pool - Gym - Sea and Mountain close

Rent this unique semi-earth house with private pool!
All 8 rooms are ensuite and all are equal sizes.
NO ONE sleeps on a foldout sofa!

UNIQUE ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
The house itself is unique semi-earthhouse curved into the slope of an old olive grove. It is part of a perfect circle with walls of huge window from floors to ceilings. All to take in the surroundings.

COMMON LOUNGE/LIVING ROOM
In our lounge we have four hughes sofas, additional armchairs to make sure we all fit in. Just hang around, watch a film or read a book. A nice place to read your book sipping on your favourite tea.

Here is also three desk units if you need to sit well while catching up on your email - using your own computer.

COMMON DINING ROOM
Enjoy your meals at our big dining table (seats 18) or outside (seats 16) on the terrace.

TRAIN IN A 25 METER POOL OR IN A GYM WITH A VIEW
The pool is a 3 lanes 25 meter training pool. Easy to access using the large stair goin into the pool.

We have a gym, with a view looking out on the countryside. We don't have a set of machines, but plenty of yoga mats and some free weights and kettlebells.

YOUR GUESTROOM
The rooms are facing the garden and pool area and you enter the rooms from outside with your own entrance. Each room has a large double bed. If you let us know in advance, you can have a choice of 2 separate beds or 1 large bed unit with one big madras, for your comfort. Four bedrooms have two 90cm wide beds (180 together). Four bedrooms have two 100cm beds(2 meter together).

Each guestroom has its own bath(shower). We are using the natural coolness of the house being placed in the slope and each room has a fixed fan in the ceiling. In the house we use an air circulation unit but have chosen not to use air-condition since we don't like it.

- Guest room ensuite
- Common lounge with fireplace, TV-monitor with internet based tv and film channels (Netflix)
- Common indoor dining room with one large table
- Common outdoor dining table on terrace
- Common outdoor pool (25 m) area with sunbeds/sun chairs
- Common gym with yoga mats and some free weights
- Common laundry room with 3 wash machines and 2 dryers. Free of charge.
- Common outdoor lounge area outside lounge on terrace

THE SURROUNDINGS - VINEYARDS AND OLIVE GROVES
In this rural area with mainly grape and olive fields your eyes will rest on beautiful sceneries. In one direction you will see the mountains in the background and in the other the sea. Want to take walks in the area. Go ahead!

WE WILL PROVIDE A GUIDE FOR YOU TO LOCATE THE HIDDEN GEMS
When we are not running our house as hotel, we work with activity groups. This means that we know most of what to do in the area. From where to rent the best bikes, where to eat, what to see and what trekking route to choose.

It takes 10 minutes to drive to the east to the sea with sandy beaches. In less than an hour drive you reach the national park in the magnificant Majella mountain with a lot of hiking trails. There is waterpark close by, a golf course and lots of great restaurants.

ONE THIRD OF ABRUZZO IS NATIONAL PARKS!
There are plenty of things to do in the area. Biking, trekking, horseback riding, rafting, adventure parks, water park, seaside of course, golf course, sightseeing in close by villages/towns, the Sunday market in Casalbordino, all the great restaurants and agriturismos.

WE WILL SEND YOU TRAVEL DIRECTION
We recommend all our guests to go by car. There are buses, but they are NOT outside our entrance. We will send you direction and coordinates.

Property manager

Ingrid Eklund Holmertz & Pelle Holmertz

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Please contact us regarding this ahead of booking.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking. Lock ALL doors when leaving. Let us know is anything breaks. No glasses by the pool.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 069100CTY0002

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Villalfonsina

Located in Villalfonsina, this holiday home is in a rural area. Madonna dei Miracoli Winery and Vini San Nicola are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Vasto Aqualand and Loggia Amblingh. Rafting and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
Map
Villalfonsina, Abruzzo

What's nearby

  • Sanctuary of Santa Maria dei Miracoli - 10 min drive
  • Punta Aderci Nature Reserve - 22 min drive
  • Parco della Costa dei Trabocchi - 24 min drive
  • Spiaggia di Punta Aderci - 28 min drive
  • Vasto Beach - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Casalbordino Pollutri Station - 16 min drive
  • Pescara (PSR-Abruzzo Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chef Express - Area di Servizio Sangro Ovest - 22 min drive
  • Osteria dei Miracoli - 9 min drive
  • Gelateria Polo Nord dal 1929 - 7 min drive
  • Giuliante Luigi - 7 min drive
  • Ristorante Le Morge - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Large Unique - 8 double rooms ensuite - 25 m Pool - Gym - Sea and Mountain close have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Large Unique - 8 double rooms ensuite - 25 m Pool - Gym - Sea and Mountain close pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large Unique - 8 double rooms ensuite - 25 m Pool - Gym - Sea and Mountain close?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Unique - 8 double rooms ensuite - 25 m Pool - Gym - Sea and Mountain close?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Large Unique - 8 double rooms ensuite - 25 m Pool - Gym - Sea and Mountain close located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Sanctuary of Santa Maria dei Miracoli, Spiaggia di Casalbordino and Spiaggia di Santo Stefano. Madonna dei Miracoli Winery and Vini San Nicola are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natasha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding - can't wait to be back!
I have stayed at Ingrid and Pelle's outstanding property in the past and had dreamed of coming back ever since. I thought it was perfect before but with ongoing improvements it's even better now. Like I said the last time, I hope to return soon and in the meantime, I strongly recommend this home to anyone thinking of visiting Abruzzo - and in fact anywhere in Italy.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimmo L.

Impressing property for an active holiday
We stayed at Villalfonsina with 4 families with little children. Compared to other houses where we have visited in Italy, this one was the best by far. Kitchen area was well equipped to serve all our purposes. The table at the patio was really nice during dinners with spectacular views. The pool area is a dream come true for swimmers and children. There is a gym and yoga patio which are really nice for doing workouts during day. Host are really responsive and did give us valuable tips well ahead our arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Natasha M.

Five star accommodations for large groups
We were a group of twelve people on an active holiday in Abruzzo. Our days consisted of exploring the area and enjoying as much of what this beautiful region has to offer but the highlight for everyone in the group was the time we spent in Ingrid and Pelle's stunning home. Everything about it is so well thought out: there is an abundance of indoor and outdoor space and all the amenities (large pool, gym, ample laundry facilities, huge and well-equipped kitchen). Since the bedrooms do not communicate with the living areas, there is that extra element of privacy - and it is so lovely to wake up in the morning and open the bedroom door to the fresh country air. Two more things to add: the landscape is beautiful, with views of the rolling hills and the sea; and Ingrid and Pelle are lovely people, who took the time to show us around and share some tips. I hope to return soon and in the meantime, would strongly recommend this home to anyone thinking of visiting Abruzzo - and in fact anywhere in Italy.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

WORTH A VISIT
We had an amazing week in this fantastic house and give our warmest recommendations about booking this house. Pelle and Ingrid gave us tips for things to experience in the local area, restaurants that were worth visiting and it was definitely a success. The rooms, the pool area and the rest of the house are definitely in the best standard. Five big stars from here - we will definitely visit the house again if we get the chance. Best regards from Denmark.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

catherine l.

Un séjour parfait!
Nous nous sommes rendus dans cette location de vacances l'été 2016. Ce que nous avons trouvé était conforme à ce que nous attendions. Nous conseillons cette location si vous souhaitez, être au calme, avoir de l'espace, une cuisine très adaptée pour la confection de repas à 14 personnes, disposer d'une "vraie" piscine qui vous permet de réellement nager, avoir de bonnes literies, ne pas souffrir de la chaleur(système de clim parfait). Prestations impeccables. C'est uniquement parceque nous aimons changé de lieu de vacances que nous n'avons pas reloué ce lieu. J'oubliais, les hôtes sont très sérieux, disponibles et efficaces. Bon séjour!

About the host

Hosted by Ingrid Eklund Holmertz & Pelle Holmertz

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We are Ingrid Eklund Holmertz and Pelle Holmertz, a Swedish couple, who fell in love with Abruzzo and decided to move here. During the summers we rent out our place to large families or groups.

Why they chose this property

We wanted a house with large windows and found this 'garden of eden' with its olive grove and small vineyard close to the sea and in range of all the activities the mountain provides. Here we have built the house of our dreams.

What makes this property unique

Our house has a unique design with its curved built in to the ground, planned for active social life. Its large dining room and lounge, its 8 double room ensuites, yoga/pilates room, laundry facilities and of course the large terraces overlooking the three lane 25 meter pool. All situated in a rural quite area overlooking vineyards and olivegroves in the valley below and viewing the Adriatic sea and the Majella mountain in the background.
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