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Casa in Piazza
Living area
Private kitchen
Vasto marina beach (25 min walk or 5 mins car/bus)
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

House in Medieval historical center of Vasto but only 5 minutes to the beach


This quaint restored Medieval house 'Casa in Piazza' is located in a quiet pedestrian only Piazza in the historical center of Vasto. Vasto is a beautiful historical town overlooking the coastline on the Adriatic coast of Italy in the unspoilt region of Abruzzo. The house is only a minutes walk to the many bars, restaurants and boutiques and from the main piazza. You can walk to the beach in 15 minutes. It is located in a residential part of the center, so is ideal if you want to immerse yourself in the local life and colour.

* Free unlimited Wifi internet is available in the property*

The centrally heated house has an open plan ground floor with a kitchenette, electric oven and gas hob. The opening shuttered front windows by the extending dining table (seats 4) look out onto the sunny piazza. We supply a range of DVD's and books and free unlimited wifi internet connection is available, also a smart tv.

The marble stairs lead up to the large character family bathroom with high wood beamed ceiling and features a wc, bidet, basin and mirror, bath with shower over and heated towel rail and radiator.

The double bedroom also features a high wood beamed ceiling, with king size bed, 2 double wardrobes, and french doors leading to a small sunny Juliette balcony. Fans are provided for hot summer months. air-conditioning is available (supplement €7 a day on arrival) but is only needed in July and August. we provide all bathroom towels and bed linen (changed weekly), a welcome pack, and a full brochure of recommended restaurants, things to see and do in the area,maps and local events.

Beach towels, beach umbrella, cool bag and chillers are provided for the beach.

There is free street car parking 2 mins walk from the house should you need it. Parking is also available in a toll car park or a large secure multi-story car park both 5 minute walk away from the house. A car is not needed in Vasto unless you wish to explore further afield.

Casa in Piazza is an ideal base for a couple to experience local life and colour and sample 'real' Italy and those wishing to explore the beautiful town and for a beach holiday too. Maximum number of guests is 2.

We accept arrivals on any day of the week, check-in is after 15:00 until 20:00 Late check in incurs an extra charge of €25 and is by prior arrangement only. Check out before 10:00. We try to be flexible on this when ever possible depending on other bookings.

The closest beach is reachable down steps and is a 15 minute walk. It is a small rock and pebble beach ideal for snorkeling and fishing. Vasto has blue and green flag beaches. Vasto marina sandy beach is 20 minutes walk or 5 minutes by bus/car.

If you are looking for 'real Italy' then look no further than Abruzzo. Vasto has everything right on it's doorstep and is ideal for both a city break or a few weeks in the sun on the beach. Unlike most hill towns in Abruzzo, a car is not necessary here as everything you need for a fantastic holiday is right here in Vasto.

Please read my reviews, and you will see why my guests regularly return!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
€100 refundable damage deposit payable on check-in and refunded on departure (less breakages)
2 guests maximum. No option for extra beds. We do not accept pets
Please be respectful of our house and leave it as you found it (no washing-up, no refuse etc) Penalty of €25 for non-compliance. Thank you

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number IT069099C2NS6AY6GN, 069099CVP0049

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vasto

Located in Vasto, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Palazzo d'Avalos and Castello Caldoresco are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Centro Culturale Enrico Berlinguer and Loggia Amblingh. Vasto Aqualand and Centro Culturale "Aldo Moro" are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Vasto, Abruzzi

What's nearby

  • Palazzo d'Avalos - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rossetti Theater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Loggia Amblingh - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Roman Baths of Histonium - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Vasto Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Vasto-San Salvo Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pasticceria La Vastese
  • New Old Pub
  • Pizzeria La Pergola
  • Mirò
  • Il Panzotto

Frequently asked questions

Is House in Medieval historical center of Vasto but only 5 minutes to the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at House in Medieval historical center of Vasto but only 5 minutes to the beach?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at House in Medieval historical center of Vasto but only 5 minutes to the beach on 9 June 2026 start from AU$184, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at House in Medieval historical center of Vasto but only 5 minutes to the beach?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at House in Medieval historical center of Vasto but only 5 minutes to the beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House in Medieval historical center of Vasto but only 5 minutes to the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is House in Medieval historical center of Vasto but only 5 minutes to the beach located?

Located in the heart of Vasto, this holiday home is steps away from Palazzo d'Avalos and Castello Caldoresco. Loggia Amblingh and Rossetti Theater are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vasto Excellent

Properly was located very centrally. While small it met all our needs. Judy and James met us in the plaza and were very gracious hosts. Some many great restaurants and shops. Excellent people watching. Would definitely recommend this apartment to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn Q.

Great end to our Italian vacation!

We loved this little house and its location. Our family of 4 stayed for a week and it was a perfect respite after having flitted all about the west side of Italy for 2 weeks. Far from the madding crowds, yet close to all that you could want. We used it mainly for sleeping and eating and chose to spend our days at the beaches. James and Judy were very helpful: welcoming us, getting us acquainted with the area and their house, answering any questions we had, and seeing us off. We are so glad we decided to try a bit of the real Italy and hope to return again one day.
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10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely lodging in the best location

The home's location is just an unbelievable few-step walk to the magnificent view of the Adriatic Sea. Based in the historic city center, Vasto's piazza, shops, and restaurants are just around the corner to enjoy. The immaculately clean casa has a lovely bedroom, bathroom, and living room with plenty of storage. The kitchenette is well-stocked and practical, albeit snug. The most striking aspect of our stay in Vasto was our incredibly kind and attentive hosts, Judy and James. They made our stay magical and unforgettable. Their knowledge of the Vasto and surrounding areas was unmatched. Everything from where to park to the best sites, restaurants, and beach areas was spot-on. We highly recommend staying at James and Judy's home. Our stay exceeded all expectations.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lindi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfetto!

My husband and I had an absolutely wonderful trip to Vasto. This rental was in a great location - set just a little back from from the main streets, it was close enough to be part of everything but still be private and quiet once we tucked in for the night. It was literally just steps away from the best view in town. James and Judy were wonderful hosts and provided so many good recommendations of restaurants and things to do. They clearly love this town and are excited to share it with you. We only speak a little Italian, but everyone we interacted with in Vasto (and the rest of Abruzzo) was very warm and welcoming, and we were able to get along great. Really, this is a lovely home in a lovely place - we will certainly be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

our stay in vasto

We really enjoyed our stay in this delightful little house in the lovely town of Vasto. It is ideally situated in a quiet piazza right in the historic part of the town, minutes walk away from the bars, restaurant sand shops. Everything is close at hand. The house itself is very comfortable, well furnished and equipped with everything you could need. It was also spotlessly clean. It’s a fairly easy walk down to the beach, but walking back up requires a bit more effort, especially when it’s very hot (as it often is) as it is quite steep. However, there is a bus service which is both frequent and very cheap. We were met on arrival by the owners Judy & James who were extremely helpful and gave us a lot of useful information on what to see and where to go, especially the best places to eat. We shall certainly be returning.
Verified

8/10 Good

Dorothea E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Italianità pur

Die Wohnung ist vorbildlich mit allem ausgestattet, was man auf Reisen braucht. Judy und James sind herzliche, fürsorgliche Gastgeber, die an alles denken. Wer den Charme des Lebens in der historischen Altstadt ganz unkompliziert mit den Badefreuden an der Adria verbinden will, ist hier richtig. Und das beste Eis Italiens ist nur 2 Minuten entfernt!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In the Heart of Old Town Vasto

Comfy, Cozy, and very Convenient!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vasto Festival of St. Michael

Great area, it was a bit noisy at night due to the festival activities but would definitely recommend trying out this cute villa in the small piazza. Judy and James are wonderful! Quick to respond if necessary and provide so much information about the area, things to do, events and life in general in Vasto. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Centrally located little gem

Good central location, close to shops, bars & restaurants. Situated in a quaint little Piazza with many alleyways which lead to different parts of the old town - but you soon find your way around! The property was very clean, the bedroom was confortable & bathroom very spacious. Judy & James were very helpful and even text us to see if we wanted the air conditioning on when it got very hot - we were glad we accepted their offer. The A/C was very effective and very quiet. We soon got into the Italian routine of having our Siesta between 12.30 and 4pm, we enjoyed breakfast at Bar Roma in the Piazza Rossetti and our Apperol Spritz at Bar Miro in the evenings. Vasto beach is long & sandy & very clean and it is an easy walk from the old town. It's a good idea to get the bus back up the hill! If you're looking for a centrally located but tucked away property in the old town, this is it.
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10/10 Excellent

Tamsin H.

Delightful little house in centre of the old town

At just stones throw from the sea views and great bars and restaurants this little house offers the holidaymaker a great base for exploring all that Vasto offers.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna S.

Perfect House in a Perfect Location!!

This house is beautiful and in a perfect location to the old town of Vasto. The house is very well presented, spotlessly clean and everything had been thought of from linen to pots, pans, cooking essentials such as olive oil to dvds and beach toys for the children. We were very impressed with the owners Judy and James for their efficiency and accuracy in everything, they supplied us with a lot of information on Vasto such as local restaurants and places to visit, as well as parking, they were very thorough. They also kept us informed of everything that was going on in town so we didn’t miss out. We absolutely LOVED Vasto. We will definitely come back again. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Charming quiet house in the centre of the city

We really enjoyed our first stay in Italy. The house is centrally located, yet it is still very quiet. I cooked at home most nights and used the excellent local produce. There are plenty of restaurants within easy walking distance too. I personally don't like touristy places and had no real desire to be in crowds of tourists spoiling the sights. Vasto is a great compromise. It has beautiful architecture, lots of shops and yet a very good beach is withing walking distance. The walk back is uphill, but there are plenty of cheap buses to take you back. We spoke no Italian, but got by with a couple of basic words. People here are very friendly and willing to help. I even managed to get a new pair of glasses as my main pair broke. (Shouldn't've gone to a well-known opticians!). The optician spoke no English but a professor customer, exemplifying the friendliness, spoke French and Italian and he helped me! Judith and James are extremely knowledgeable about the town they clearly adore. There are plenty of recommendations listed in the casa. I drove all the way from England but we didn't need to use the car in the fortnight we were there. Vasto was too nice to leave. This was an excellent two weeks for us. Thank you Judith and James!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

leanne G.

The property is very well maintained in a great location and the hosts James and Judith are helpful

Overall I would recommend the property for its location very clean hosts are very helpful. All in all a good experience and we had a lovely holiday.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Charming place for a short break

This 'casa' is full of charm, both inside and out. Inside, the accommodation is clean and well decorated but with some old features that give it a real home-like feel. Outside, the location is stunning, set amongst the winding back-streets of the medieval town of Vasto. We really enjoyed being able to 'fall out of bed' into sunny cafes and restaurants right on the doorstep. The beach is a short walk (down a hill). Vasto is a beautiful town and this casa lets you soak in the beauty from a great location.
Archival

8/10 Good

Little gem

spent a couple of days here in the heart of Vasto centro storico (historical centre)and could have stayed longer at this delightful well equipped and tastefully furnished house which is set on a quiet little piazza just a few steps from the bustling bars and restaurants and historic sights and the belvedere promenade with the amazing views over the sandy bay. Ground floor lounge with fireplace and dining area overlooking piazza but my favourite time of day was having a glass of chilled prosecco at the Juliet balcony reading my book before stepping out to the many restaurants on the doorstop at such reasonable prices. Owners welcoming and nearby if required. A hidden gem.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great house in Fantastic Location

We had a fantastic time exploring the area around Vasto on our bicycles, sunbathing on the beach, swimming in the sea and relaxing with a glass of wine in the local bars. Eating out is cheap and very good, although the house has full cooking amenities, we didn't use them much as there are many restaurants within a few minutes walk of the house. The house was very comfortable in an excellent location in the center of the old town, but in a quiet pedestrian only piazza. We could walk to the beach down the steps and be back in the piazza in time for passigiata. The owners were very helpful and provided loads of information in a brochure in the house, they also answered any questions we promptly.

About the host

Hosted by James and Judy

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I am English, and I retired young (under 40) and live in Vasto, Abruzzo with my wife Judy. We bought a holiday apartment in 2006 for a holiday home for ourselves, and loved it so much here that within 3 years we had moved here permanently! We then bought our Casa in Piazza in Vasto for rental. We spend most of our time snorkelling or fishing or at our country house in the garden. In the winter, we drive up to the Maiella mountains, just over an hour away and go skiing. We have settled into life in Italy very well, and have befriended many of the locals, which has in turn given us local knowledge and an insider view of Vasto that most visitors or tourists would not experience. We are now happy to pass on our knowledge to our guests. We supply a brochure in all our casa outlining what to see and do in and around Vasto, including recommended restaurants, information on food and wine, transport, maps, parking and much more. We inform all our guests on arrival of any special events taking place in the town during their stay. Please read our great reviews! We have many happy repeat guests!

Why they chose this property

In 2006 we were looking for a holiday home in Italy, and stumbled across the fairly unknown Abruzzo. It's beautiful countryside and lively towns drew us to it along with it's huge sandy sweeping beaches. Vasto is one of the very few Medieval towns that sit along the coastline, close enough to walk to the beach. Most are located in the hills a good drive away from the sea. This is what makes Vasto so special. The town has grown into a sophisticated holiday resort for wealthy Romans, many of whom have a second home here for the summer. The town is still relatively unknown elsewhere, and therefore unspoilt by tourism. If you want a 'real' Italian holiday, then come here not only for the beaches, but the beautiful town itself and all it has to offer.

What makes this property unique

Whilst you might find other properties for rent in Abruzzo, almost all will be located in or near hilltowns a long drive from the coast. In Vasto, we have the best of both worlds, with beautiful scenery, and a town with a sea view and walkable beach. There really is no need for a car here, unlike other hill towns, as everything is right here on your doorstep.

Our Casa in Piazza is on the perfect location within the historical center as it's in a quiet Piazza. but just a minutes walk from the restaurants and the panoramic walkway around the town with views of the Adriatic coastline.

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