La Vecchia Fontana

Agriturismo La Vecchia Fontana

The Agriturismo, La Vecchia Fontana, is an old stone-built farmhouse, situated on the borders of the National Park of Gran Sasso, with spectacular views of the valleys of Fino river. About 15km distant is the Lago di Penne, a WWF reserve and at Arsita ( 7km ) there is the Museo del Lupo, a museum dedicated to the wolf, one of the inhabitants of the National Park. Nearby you will find a reserve for the Abruzzese Chamois and the waterfalls of the Vitello D'Oro. You can also visit the Museum of M.U.T.A.C, at Picciano with exhibits of peasant art and traditions ( about 20km ). For the more adventurous, you can trek to the Cima del Rocca, and admire the spectacular views of the Gran Sasso, Monte Camicia and the distant Adriatic and much of the provinces of Teramo and Pescara. A stay at the Agriturismo is ideal for those seeking peace, tranquillity and relaxation in a welcoming, family atmosphere.

THE FARM

The Agriturismo, Vecchia Fontana, is situated high in the hills, surrounded by woodland and farmland. The farm is run as a family business on about 10 hectares of land. Most of the grains that we grow are used for raising and feeding our livestock. We have many types of animal, including peacocks, goats, turtle doves, pigeons, hens, geese, sheep, ponies and donkeys, rabbits, pigs and various species of duck ( mandarin, mutes and German ). In addition, we grow our own fruit and vegetables and produce our own Pecorino cheese, all of which ensures that our produce is fresh and healthy. At our restaurant we serve typical, traditional dishes of the region, including Ravioli di Ricotta, Gnocchi al sugo di Papera ( goose sauce ), Strozzapreti alla Zingara ( Pasta with a sauce of ham, mushrooms and truffles ), Chitarra al Ragu, Fettuccine alla bosciola ( Woodsman's sauce prepared with mushrooms ), Arrosticini di Pecora ( an Abruzzese speciality of lamb skewers ), coniglio alla cacciatore ( Rabbit stew ), Agnello alla brace ( grilled lamb ), and salsiccie di Maiale ( Pork sausages ).

ACCOMODATION

The Agriturismo sleeps up to 16 people, in five spacious, well aired rooms, with en-suite bathrooms and TV. There is also a double room on the ground floor for those who cannot manage stairs. We have recently added a covered terrace to the rear of the property, where you can dine and take in the wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. Beside the main house is a garden with play area for children, where they can play in complete safety. The house also has disabled facilities.

Agriturismo “LA VECCHIA FONTANA”
C.DA FLAGNANO, 1 - 65017 PENNE (fraz. Roccafinadamo) (PE)
Tel: 085/823223 - 085/8236375 - 085/8236190 ****fax: 085/23067137 cell. 335/1760776
P.IVA 01232550689 ---- COD.Fisc. DSL NNA 58L50 Z103V
info@agriturismolavecchiafontana.it