Apartment for sale in Santo Stefano di Sessanio

Stone house a few steps from the Porta Medicea – in the heart of Santo Stefano di Sessanio. In the heart of the historic center of Santo Stefano di Sessanio, one of the most charming medieval villages in Abruzzo, we offer for sale a stone house of approximately 80 square meters, recently undergoing major structural work and now ready to be completed and customized in terms of space and finishes. The location is one of the property's main strengths. The house is just steps from the Porta Medicea, the historic gateway to the village, which leads directly to the characteristic little square, one of Santo Stefano di Sessanio's most vibrant and iconic spots, the hub of village life and the events that bring the village to life during the summer season. A particularly evocative location, therefore, which allows you to fully experience the atmosphere of the historic center and, at the same time, to reach the house easily from the entrance to the village. We are located at approximately 1,250 meters above sea level, in the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park, in a setting of extraordinary historical and scenic value. Stone buildings, narrow streets, tower houses, and mountain views preserve the town's medieval identity almost intact, just a short distance from the extraordinary landscapes of Campo Imperatore. The building has recently undergone repairs to repair damage resulting from the 2009 earthquake, along with seismic upgrades. The work also restored the building's original appearance: the previous plastered façade was removed, exposing the ancient stone walls. The wooden roof was completely redone, and the floors were consolidated. Inside, several precious elements of the original construction have been preserved, testifying to the house's historical identity. The old fireplace with its original stones is still present, as are the stone door jambs: authentic details, difficult to recreate artificially, which give the rooms a unique charm and could become defining features of the future restoration project. It is precisely the current state of the interior, in fact, that represents one of the most interesting features of the property. The house is offered with all its systems, layout, and interior finishes completed, offering the future owner the opportunity to design the spaces according to their needs and taste, without having to deal with demolition, removal, and related disposal costs normally associated with the renovation of a finished property. A particularly exciting opportunity to create a home where the authenticity of the stone, fireplace, and original architectural elements can dialogue with contemporary materials and solutions, allowing for free choice of systems, finishes, and layout. The property is completed by a cellar with windows on the lower floor, a particularly useful accessory space as a storage space, pantry, or shelter for equipment and non-everyday objects. The views are particularly evocative: from the small, medieval-style windows facing south, the gaze opens onto the mountains and the surrounding valley, an area historically linked to the cultivation of the famous Santo Stefano di Sessanio lentil. A property for those who aren't simply looking for a ready-made home, but want to create their own refuge in the Gran Sasso region, starting from an authentic historical shell that has already been structurally restored, preserving its charm and freely interpreting the interiors. Ideal as a second home, a mountain retreat, or an investment for tourist accommodation.