Ofena, Gem in the mountains | House in Ofena
3 Bedroom House in Ofena
Ofena is known as the ‘Oven of Abruzzo’ as it has its own micro climate and is protected by the surrounding mountains. It is a village of approximately 650 people in the province of L’Aquila, sitting at 531 metres above sea level and entirely within the Gran Sasso e Monti Della Laga National Park, it is also close to the Maiella National Park and the numerous hikes and places of interest in the region. The larger towns of Capestrano and Bussi Sul Tirino are only 8 km (10 min drive) away, Popoli and the Autostrada access 15 mins, approx. 45 mins to Pescara and the beautiful Adriatic beaches. The Regional Capital and historic city of L’Aquila is 40 mins away whilst the home of confetti and the Roman poet Ovid, Sulmona is a 25 min drive. There are multiple ski fields within 1 hour’s drive. Ofena is an ideal base to explore this fascinating region so a car is essential. There is an international airport at Pescara, also main line rail access from all major cities to Pescara Central Train Station with rental car agencies right next door.
The house is a self-catering, three-storey townhouse with private garden located in the historical centre of the village, a few hundred metres from the Comune, Piazza San Carlo and Aufinium bar & restaurant. There is both on-street parking and a large lockable garage on the ground floor. There’s a Post Office, Pharmacy, Hairdresser and small Supermarket for the essentials in the village while the closest large supermarkets are in Capestrano and Bussi. There are 2 excellent vineyards Cataldi Madonna and Gentilli located in Ofena which are open to the general public. There are numerous excellent restaurants in the surrounding local areas, the local specialities are river shrimps, trout, saffron, lentils and arrosticini.
The house boasts a large terrace leading from bedroom 1 with spectacular views and all-day sun. The new large modern kitchen is equipped with everything you might need and is a joy to use. The large lounge has a Juliet balcony and contains a pellet burner stove which vents upstairs to the bedrooms for the cooler weather. The 3 bedrooms are all large, light and airy with two double beds and 1 sofa bed in the room that leads to the courtyard and terrace garden. There are hiking trails heading up from Ofena into the mountains with spectacular views and the surrounding areas boast numerous fascinating old castles, hermitages countless scenic hikes, the fascinating Wolf Centre, lakes, beautiful beaches and kayaking on the Tirino River. When you return from exploring you can strike up the BBQ on the terrace and enjoy the peace and ambiance in the garden or stroll to the bar/restaurant and meet some of the friendly locals.
KEY INFO
• Car essential
• Secure Parking
• Private garden
• Beautiful views of the National Park
• Suitable for children, (please be aware the stair steps are tall and could be challenging for small children) please see photos
• No pets allowed
• No smoking
• 7 nights minimum stay
• Check in and check out times flexible, to be arranged prior to arrival via my multilingual Property Manager
BED & BATHROOMS
• Bedroom 1: Double / Queen Bed
• Bedroom 2: Double / Queen Bed
• Bedroom 3: Double sofa/divan bed
• Beds in other rooms: Sofa/divan bed in lounge
• Large family bathroom with shower 1st floor
• Bathroom with bathtub 2nd floor
AMENITIES
• Secure garage and on-street parking
• Garden
• Balcony/Terrace
• BBQ/Outdoor setting/Umbrella
• Terrace furniture
• Retractable washing line
• Internet access
• Linen and towels provided
• Central heating (vented pellet burner)
• 40-inch LCD Television
• DVD player
• CD player
• Selection of books (English) and maps/guides of the region
• Washing machine and dryer
• Large, fully equipped kitchen
• Dishwasher
• Electric fans
• Iron/Ironing Board
• Hairdryers x 2
• Hiking backpacks x 2 and hiking sticks x 3 sets
• Collapsible trolley for ease of transporting luggage upstairs
Ofena, Gem in the mountains is located in Ofena. Ofena, Gem in the mountains provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Ofena, Gem in the mountains has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Ofena has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Ofena, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Toilet paper
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2 bathrooms
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Bathtub or shower
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Soap
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Bidet
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3 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Sofa bed
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Dining table
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Living room
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Fireplace
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Stovetop
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Spices
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Coffee/tea maker
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Dishwasher
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Electric kettle
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Microwave
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Refrigerator
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Oven
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Near laundromat
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Beach sun loungers
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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Car required
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Street parking available
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Onsite parking options include a garage
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No pets allowed
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Note from host: No smoking inside the property.
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Smoke-free property
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Mountain climbing nearby
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Sledding nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Winery tours nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Kayaking nearby
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Hunting nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Rock climbing nearby
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Books
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DVD player
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CD player
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Stereo
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LCD TV
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Unit size: 1938 sq ft (180 sq m)
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English
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On the river
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Near a hospital
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Near outlet shopping
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In the mountains
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Near a health or beauty spa
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In a rural location
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In a village
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Iron/ironing board
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Housekeeping (on request)
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Multilingual staff
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WiFi available
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Terrace
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Furnished balcony/patio
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Deadbolt lock
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No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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
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