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Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens

A fully restored country villa in Abruzzo, near the town of Lanciano in the village of Castel Frentano. The property sleeps 10. A 4 bedroom (all with aircon), 3 bathroom house with private pool that is set within 1/3rd of an acre overlooking the village of Castel Frentano. 15 minutes from the unspoilt Adriatic Sea and 45 minutes from Roman ski resorts. This house has been totally renovated to the highest standard with all modern facilities including aircon & wifi internet access. The house sits overlooking the hill village of Castel Frentano with its bars, shops and cafes, where it is possible to relax and get a taste of real Italian life.

Property manager

Tony

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privileges

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Music library
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Snow sports gear
  • Golfing on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2691 sq ft (250 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 40

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT069018C2SIFB8IH9, 069018CVP0003

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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Castel Frentano, Abruzzo

What's nearby

  • Shrine of the Eucharistic Miracle - 9 min drive
  • Piazza Plebiscito - 9 min drive
  • 16th Ball Tattoo by Marco Biondi - 10 min drive
  • Parco della Costa dei Trabocchi - 22 min drive
  • SS. Annunziata Hospital - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Lanciano Station - 17 min drive
  • Abruzzo Intl. Airport (PSR) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bottega del Bocconotto - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪La Fabbrica di Bocconotto - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aquolina Food Fantasy - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Ristorante Leon D'Oro - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bar Piroma - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Shrine of the Eucharistic Miracle, 16th Ball Tattoo by Marco Biondi, and Piazza Plebiscito. Town Square and Cantina Colle Moro are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Fully restored country villa with pool set in private gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews" "
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniella S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great stay!
We had a fabulous 2 weeks at the villa. We enjoyed lazy days by the pool during the hot daytimes. The Villa is well situated for visiting typical Abruzzo villages and the Trabocchi coast. The villa has everything you need for your holiday and was ample big enough for 6 adults and 3 children. The sunsets from the balcony were beautiful! Having aircon in the bedrooms was such a great addition during the hot evenings. Tony’s instructions and communication throughout the whole process was fantastic, so helpful! Antonio checked in on us and made sure we had all that we needed. Tina, the cleaner, gave us lots of recommendations for places to visit and places to eat! Would highly recommend this villa if you’re after a real piece of Abruzzo in the countryside.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Stuart F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together and friends wedding
House clean, mosquito window nets broken upstairs, window security upstairs for children?, top floor bathroom window broken, outside patio needed good sweep as waterbomb balloons scattered about as they were on balcony. Mop not functional, bbq not useable(dirty) although brick/charcoal bbq excellent and one lounger broken, although promptly replaced. Could do with house name on house as road name not on all satnavs. Despite minor comments above a brilliant holiday enjoyed by all with good facilities, private/secluded good security, accommodation,pool, Castel Frentano has all you need but Conad supermarket not far away in Lanciano and the jewel in the crown Antonio ( local knowledge advice and his cooking)
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kari P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect holiday home!
This place was just perfect! We were there with My family (three Kids under 8) and My parents. We alla had such a lovely stay. Kids LOVED The pool and so did rest of us. Garden IS beautiful. House is clean, beutifully decorated and beds are so comfortable. Kitchen is everything you can wish For and IT IS a pleasure to Cook there. Owners couldnt Be More nice and helpful. They were always ready to help with everything! Book this and enjoy! Miss it already.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

stefan v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fully equipped house with great garden and pool
Lovely stay in a 3 level house with nice garden and great pool. Fully equipped house with fantastic kitchen. Excellent contacts with owner Tony ( his guide about the house and the region is the best I have ever seen) and with local contact Antonio who is the Italian hospitality in person. The location of the house is great, halfway beach and mountains, and close to the city of Lanciano. Recommended!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

cindy s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic italy
We had a fantastic stay in castel frentano. The house pool and outdoor spaces were fantastic and it was a nice walk into town. The view from the upstairs balcony was amazing and Antonio was very helpful. We loved the amazing villages of Abruzzo and the fact that it wasn’t over run with tourists. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks for a lovely week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lucy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family venue
Stayed this summer with my sister, two families consisting of 4 adults and 6 children aged between 16 and 7 and the house accomodated us easily. The property was spacious and clean and the kitchen was well equipped. Highlight of the holiday was the pool which was in almost constant use hosting many games of water polo and the likes, very good for the younger children who were not strong swimmers as they could still take part in the shallower end of the pool. We were blessed with incredible weather and were very thankful of the air con! Most of our time was spent poolside but we also ventured to the beach Casalbordino, on the first visit the sea was calm, warm and clear and we spent hours in the water swimming and around the rocks watching small fish, the second visit found the sea much rougher and we all had fun in the waves. Local Oasi supermarket in Lanciano was great for supplies and gelato, the staff were very friendly and spoke fantastic English. We stumbled across a local festival in Pretoro in which the hill top village is lit up at night and street food and goods are sold along the winding roads which twist up through the town, it was a very honest look at modern Italy celebrating its old traditions, Thoroughly enjoyed out trip.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

A wonderful taste of Italian life
Our stay gave us a wonderful taste of Italian life and a chance to truly unwind. The villa was clean, comfortable and authentically furnished with all the home comforts. With only three people we were spoilt for space and so this house would be ideal for larger groups and families too. Outside you have a large terrace with a striking view over to the small village of Castel Frentano, just a short walk away, and the perfect place to enjoy breakfast in the sun or the local vino in the evenings. We spent most of our time outside making use of the large garden, pool and a BBQ. The owners have clearly spent a lot of time in the area and surrounding villages as they passed on a wealth of local knowledge. With their recommendations we found some real gems, particularly the seafood restaurants that are less than 20 minutes away. The local host Antonio met us with a warm welcome and Italian hamper, and was eager to go the extra mile for anything we needed. But the slower pace of Italian life suited us fine. Make sure you try the Bocconotto pastries in the local bakery Bottega, they're famous for a reason! Overall our stay was enjoyable and hassle-free, and we would highly recommend to others visiting the Adriatic coast. We just wished we'd had longer!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Bryan D., Crowborough

Large Comfortable Villa with Superb views
We stayed here for a week in September. The villa is huge and sleeps up to ten. It is well equipped and comfortable. The view from the upper terrace towards Castel Frentano is superb, particularly at night. Castel Frentano itself is disappointing as it is very run down and neglected and without much in the way of restaurants. Nearby Lanciano however is a delight, particularly at night. A little further away Guardiagrele is another delightful hill town and both of these towns have good restaurants. The reason for the poor rating is that the swimming pool is not fit for purpose. It is only 8 metres long. We knew that but what I could not have guessed it that it is a paddling pool with a deep end! The shallow end of about one third the total length is barely two feet deep. Any attempt to swim a length will give you grazed knees, arms and feet! It is OK for kids to paddle in but even for them it would be much safer without the seven foot deep, deep end. The villa is on what seems like a quiet road during the day but there is a rush hour every morning at 5.00 am until 7.00 am. OK I guess if you use the air-con or open windows on the garden side. Unfortunately the alarm system which the owner recommends being on at night includes the garden side upstairs windows. We had a problem with a very noisy pool pump but to be fair the owner got that fixed immediately and we were able to enjoy the peace of the garden again. Last thought is general to the area. It is real, traditional Italy with very pretty hilltop towns and amazingly good restaurants. Be aware that in September many of these restaurants shut unpredictably and we spent many hours searching the internet for a restaurant we could book each night. Very often these were a long drive away down the appallingly broken local roads. Even finding the restaurants was difficult as sat-nav and phone maps sometime failed to get us there. When you are right outside it may still be difficult to find because, in the old towns, many restaurants have just a single door onto the street. It is usually well worth the effort though as the food is amazing. The flip side to this is that there are miles and miles of pristine, empty beaches in September because the lidos just pack up and take away almost all of the umbrellas and sun loungers - Heaven!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Aby M.

A special luxurious Family home
What a special place. Beautifully kept inside and out. We had a lovely relaxing 2 weeks at Casa Trastulli after spending a few days in Rome. The facilities were excellent. The pool got cleaned, the grass got cut, the beds got changed and the villa cleaned top to bottom. A nice touch!. Tony was extremely helpful highlighted by the welcome pack of information that covered everything to do with the property and great examples of the best beaches, restaurants and days out in the area. Perfect for a family holiday, the pool is a great size, you can either dive in at one end, over 6ft deep or an easy step entry at the shallow end for little & old ones. We played Water polo daily. The two first floor spacious air-conditioned bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and extremely comfortable beds were ideal for the two sets of parents. The Second floor 2 bedrooms have 3 single beds perfect for the 5 kids in our party. Antonio, the local host is not only a fountain of knowledge but a wonderful cook and on hand to help. We enjoyed exploring the local area, with stunning views as you drive around this rural picturesque region of Italy. Plenty of stunning places to visit. Meals and game nights on the upstairs balcony with the views of Castel Frentano as your backdrop were a highlight for us all. And our pool party BBQ. A future return is a high possibility.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mandy R.

Amazing holiday in a beautiful place
Had an excellent time. The house was a great place to explore Abruzzo and the backdrop of the mountains was stunning. The house itself had all mod cons and everything required for a demanding family holiday. Antonio was a particular help and nothing was too much trouble. Would revisit in a heartbeat.

10/10 Excellent

Sally N.

Lovely relaxing time in great villa
We spent a fantastic week in this villa in lovely Abruzzo. The house is comfortable, spacious and well equipped, and the beds very comfortable. Our children spent a lot of time in the pool - very shallow at one end. The garden is secluded and a great spot for cricket - sadly we didn't get to see the resident mole who seems very fond of digging in the garden! Tony's communication was very good and the information about the local area, shops and restaurants was very helpful. The local village has a good pizzeria and local shops - great focaccia at the bakers, and fantastic wine which we found at a local vineyard. Although on a road, we were not bothered by noise and the views around of the countryside and mountains are great. Great beaches only 30 minutes' drive. All in all we had a fantastic week and only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rebekha W.

Great location, beautiful house, fanstastic views and owners that have thought of everything
We had a wonderful stay at Casa Trastulli, Tony and Lynne sent lots of useful information in advance of our trip and provided a lovely hamper for our arrival, they were really helpful in providing 'extras' for our two babies - two travel cots and a high chair - and were extremely quick to respond to any queries we had. The views of the property were incredible, especially from the upstairs balcony at night. The kitchen was very well equipped and the house even had a TV, sound system and games. The property was very well kept, spotlessly clean and well maintained. The cleaner came twice per week and the pool cleaned weekly. The garden and swimming pool were perfect. With two little ones the gated, enclosed grounds made our lives much easier. There are some great visits to make; the mountains and beach are only a 30 minute drive away, which made the rainy weather much more bearable! We can vouch for the fact that there is certainly lots to do even when the weather isn't good! There are some great restaurants, in nearby Lanciano, and around Casalbordino beach and some much more relaxed places in Castel Frentano. This place is great and we would definitely recommend to friends and family and will very likely be visiting in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

This Villa has the wow factor!
Our family group of 9 stayed here for 1 week. Firstly, there is plenty of space and secondly, our expectations were truly exceeded as this is an excellent villa whose charm and character simply can not be captured on camera. We visited Rome for 3 days prior to staying at Castel Frentano and the drive across Italy was worthwhile for the incredible scenery along the way. The villa itself is well appointed, with everything needed to enjoy a relaxing holiday. It is difficult to describe the views from the balcony, stunning is a good place to start! On one side, the village rears up in front of you, which is particularly picturesque at night, and on the other side the breathtaking views across the valley to the mountains beyond. Castel Frentano has everything needed but there are bigger supermarkets a short drive away if required. The beaches are easily accessible if that is what you want, but for us it was all about relaxing by the pool with short excursions in to the mountains for a late afternoon drink, taking in the views. There is a water park around a 40 minute drive away which is worth a visit, particularly if you have young children. Tony was always quick and clear with communications and the detailed instructions provided to get the most out of our stay were very helpful. Tony and Lynne seem to be proud of their house, and rightly so! This was a great holiday, we would recommend a visit to anyone and and hope to return ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Pete F.

Brilliantly appointed Family villa in a fantastic location.
We had an amazing stay at this lovely villa. Party of 8 and it accommodated us really well. Lots of space. Really well appointed and just as described on the website. Loads of local sites to discover or if you want a chilled holiday just lie near the pool on the sunbeds! Directions to the villa were great as were the instructions of how to use the appliances etc, local restaurants,shops and beaches. We were always well informed. Antonio is the meet and greet man and was charming and knew everything about the locality and spoke English! We had a great time and will return as 1 week wasn't enough. Thanks Tony and Lynne!

10/10 Excellent

Susanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay with our friends
We really enjoyed our stay with our kids and friends. Tony was really helpful and gave us a lot of information for our stay. We can really recommend it.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax
Perfetta casa nelle colline Abruzzesi. Bei spazi molto confortevole con tutti gli optional ad esempio due griglie una a gas e una a carbonella in pietra. Centrale a breve distanza dalla Maiella ma anche dalla costa dei Trabocchi. Bella esperienza peccato che siamo stati una sola settimana
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Lina D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Sehr schön
Schöne Lage, schönes Haus, perfekt für zwei Familien.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kristof B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house, nice host
A clean nice house with everything you need. The pool is great. The host is friendly and helps you with any problems or questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cet un endroit magnifique!
La villa est située au coeur des abruzzes dans un petit village très typique. Le confort de la villa est génial. Les chambres sont spacieuses et les trois salles de bain sont impeccables. La personne de contact sur place est à notre disposition pour toutes questions et est très disponible. je vous recommande ce séjour.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Hans Robert E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, nice pool
Great house to stay in. Very cozy and charming. Tony is a great host to have contact with. Very nice to have your own pool. We where nine people and still the house didnt feel crowded. Nice surrondings.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Valentina C.

Vacanza tra mare e monti
Proprietario e custode molto gentili, risposte immediate in caso di necessità. La casa appena fuori dal paese è attrezzata con ogni comfort e ben organizzata. Curato il giardino e la piscina.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Riccardo D., Amsterdam

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideaal vakantiehuis voor 2 gezinnen
Verscholen tussen de bergen en het strand ligt dit mooie vakantiehuis in de regio Abruzzo. Het huis is van alle gemakken voorzien en biedt voldoende plaats voor 2 gezinnen met kinderen. De sleutelhouder is zeer attent en zorgt ervoor dat het de gasten aan niets ontbreekt. Het huis is sfeervol ingericht en beschikt over een afgesloten tuin met veel privacy. Castel Frentano ligt ideaal als uitgangspunt om de Abruzzo te verkennen, Lanciano is als stad dichtbij met ruime voorzieningen om te winkelen en boodschappen te doen. Het contact met de eigenaar verloopt perfect, hij verstrekt veel en goede informatie over het huis en de omgeving.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Valentina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfekter Familienurlaub
Wir hatten einen sehr schönen und erholsamen Urlaub in Castel Frentano. Das Haus war sauber und alles hat reibungslos funktioniert. Es ist alles Vorhanden um sich selber zu versorgen. Wir haben jeden Abend für uns gekocht und die Zeit zusammen genossen. Der einzige Nachteil waren die Mücken. Aber das tat unserer Stimmung keinen Abbruch. Der Pool und der Garten sind sehr sauber und gepflegt. Und ideal für Familien mit Kindern. Da wir zwei kleine Kinder dabei hatten waren wir nicht auf großer Erkundungstour jedoch ist das Dorf und das Meer (Casalbordino, ca. 30 Km vom Haus entfernt, in Richtung Vasto) sehr schön. Es gibt auch ein Einkaufszentrum in Lanciano( ca. 8 km von Castel Frentano entfernt) das haben wir genutzt als es schlecht Wetter war. Der Kontakt lief immer Reibungslos ab. Alle haben sich bemüht dass alles für uns gepasst hat. Allen voran der Abend an dem Antonio für uns gekocht hat. Nehmt das Angebot an, ihr werdet es nicht bereuen. Er hat uns auch zur Seite gestanden wenn wir etwas gebraucht haben oder fragen hatten. Wir kommen gerne wieder. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lucie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superbes vacances en famille
Superbes vacances en famille
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cyrine A.

Superbe et agréable villa
Nous avons aimé cette villa très fonctionnelle, bien pensée et extrêmement bien entretenue. Le propriétaire Tony est a l'écoute et de tres bon conseil. Nous recommandons vivement.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018