Casale il Baronetto

Italy

Eco Friendly / Sustainable

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Volunteering

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WiFi Included
Private Parking
Dogs Welcome

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About

With spectacular views across the mountains of Central Italy’s Abruzzo region this eco friendly 18th Century agricultural plot offers both self catering apartments and bed and breakfast accommodation. Run by husband and wife team Josef & Jasmine, both passionate about sustainable living and helping tourists to experience their eco friendly ethos. The hosts welcome guests to join them for traditional family meals made from the fresh, biodynamic, homegrown ingredients produced on the plot. During your stay you can volunteer to work on the farm in exchange for accommodation and meals or just spend your time exploring the beautiful Italian countryside. Each apartment has its own kitchenette, bathroom, living area and bedrooms to give you a plenty of space to relax after a day of exploration or volunteering.

Features

Volunteering Opportunities Available
Evening Meals Available on Request
Self Catering
Private Parking
Vegan Friendly
Dogs Welcome (additional cost may apply)
Car Essential
WiFi In Room
Private Garden
Package Deals Available

Room information

Description	Sleeps	Price
1 Bedroom Apartment These 1 bed apartments have a double bed, kitchenette and private bathroom, outside you will find your very own private veranda with dining area... read more	1-2	£54.85 Per Night	Select room
2 Bedroom Apartment These 2 bedroom apartments have a double room and twin bunkbeds, kitchenette and private bathroom, outside you will find your very own private v... read more	1-4	£71.72 Per Night	Select room
Unplug Weekends Stay in Casale il Baronetto from Thursday to Sunday and take advantage of their UNPLUG offer. The price includes: read more	1	£185.64 Per Person	Select room

Volunteering Opportunities

Living self-sufficiently means there’s always lots to do on the plot. Josef welcomes guests to help out, offering them an opportunity to learn about sustainable living & agriculture and can help with a range of activities including masonry work, maintaining the vegetable gardens or helping with construction works on the grounds working from 9 am - 4 pm any day of the week. In exchange Josef offers volunteers free accommodation and family meals (guests must provide 1 or 2 full days volunteering for each week of their stay to take advantage of the equivalent exchange of food and accommodation).

About The Area

Casale il Baronetto is situated between the sea and mountains of Abruzzo. Located in Central Italy Abruzzo is known as the green heart of Europe with 60% of the area in National Parks. With narrow valleys, mountains and ancient villages the area is a popular destination for those wishing to explore Italy’s beautiful countryside. Golden Eagles, wolves and Marsican brown bears have all been spotted within the protected national parks in the region giving you an opportunity to spot rare species during your trip.

There are plenty of beautiful walks in the area as well as volunteering opportunities within Casale il Baronetto itself but if you’re looking for adventure here are some suggestions of nearby activities:

Hire a mountain bike and check out the trails right outside Casale il Baronetto
Visit the nearby national parks to spot rare wildlife and enjoy the mountainous scenery
Take a trip to Pescara, Silvi or Pineto for their sandy beaches and lively beach fronts

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Activities and Nearby Adventures

Climbing
Hiking
Mountain Biking
Skiing Nearby
Volunteering
Walking
Wine Tasting

Meet the hosts

Josef & Jasmine moved to the area in early 2000s after deciding to quit their jobs, get back to nature and live off the land. Having travelled the world they chose Abruzzo for it’s natural beauty to live here and follow their dream of self sufficiency and sustainable living. Josef and Jasmine found a small village plot with a crumbling ruin and they soon set about restoring the old derelict building into their B&B, fitting renewable energy, waste water recycling and storage facilities and waste management systems to ensure the building was as environmentally friendly as possible. They now live the life they dreamed of with their 2 daughters and welcome others into their home to experience their way of life, discover the beautiful mountains and valleys of Abruzzo and to reconnect with nature: "Among the stars of Heaven and Earth and the sweet smell of home, magical moments are experienced by those who leave no footprint"

How To Get There

Fly - The nearest airport is Abruzzo International Airport (approximately 45 km)

From the Airport - The only way to reach Casale il Baronetto is by car, the journey will take approximately 1 hour. Take SR5, SS16/SS714 and Strada Comunale Prati to Via del Tratturo until you reach Spoltore and take Via Barco to SS16bis.