| Principle
Features |
| Type |
Apt
in traditional stone style |
| Location |
Village
of Tortorella, Cilento |
| Total
area m sq. |
120 |
| Total
rooms |
4
large with high ceilings |
| Bedrooms |
as
you like |
| Bathrooms |
1 |
| Garage |
No,
so why not get a mule? |
| View |
Olive
covered hills |
| Land/garden |
Land
available for purchase |
| Condition |
Good
structure, but needs some renovation. |
| Services |
Electricity&
water |
| Local
delights |
Olive
trees, fresh air, pristine landscapes
and longevity. |
| Within
easy reach of |
Amalfi,
Naples, Sicily and the sea |
| Estimated
renovation cost |
Approx.
€20,000 for high standard |
| To
note |
Ask
us for advice on renovation |
The property, which can be described
as an apartment of sorts, is on two levels and is
located in the historical part of of the village,
which is itself historical. It is constructed in the
characteristic style of the area from an epoch when
stone was the rage.
it is in need of renovation, though it is felt that
this would not be the cause of any serious anxiety
on the part of anyone interested in buying it, a person
who would see in it the potential to be a fabulous
retreat from the cares of the world.
However, should you find yourself hankering after
those cares every now and then, they are easy to find.
Simply drive the short distance (20Km, 12 miles) to
the shores of the Mediterranean and there you will
find the seaside town of Sapri and a coastline that
rivals - and Italians say is better - than that of
Amalfi. The 25 minute car journey (2 hours horse back,
2-3 days stubborn mule) is a delight in itself, passing
through the olive covered hills of the Cilento National
Park, a UNESCO protected area (so look after it).
The village of Tortorella itself is quiet, being host
to only 246 families. Most of the population accepts
this order, except the bell ringers on sunday morning
who imagine it is there duty to wake everyone up.
People are welcoming, interested and yet respectful
of visitors. It is therefore an ideal place to experience
life as it is, whilst also holding the unrivalled
status of foreigner.
Local Delights:
Olive trees, olive oil, wine, fresh air, pristine
landscapes and longevity.
The Cilento region has become famous for its inhabitants'
long-lived lives, probably due to a combination of
high oxygen (you can definitely sniff it early morning),
olive oil (believe us, its the best), chili peppers
and, if the locals are to be believed, having many
children. However, for men, you are advised to bring
your own women -at least to start - and women, you
are advised to keep an eye on your men.
Over all comments:
A beautiful spot and excellent opportunity to enjoy
simplicity, nature and quality yet be within easy
reach of insanity if required. Perfect for writers,
musicians artist and anyone on the run.
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