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Little House of the Firefly - Teramo Holiday Rental Near Gran Sasso National Park

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Escape to Casetta Lucciola, the Little House of the Firefly – a bright and inviting 160-year-old stone townhouse nestled between Teramo’s majestic Gran Sasso mountains and the glittering Adriatic Sea in the Valle Sciliana. This lovingly restored 1-bedroom holiday house is a peaceful, safe retreat perfect for couples, solo travellers, and digital nomads wishing to soak up authentic rural Italian life with the best of Abruzzo – and Rome – within easy reach.

Whether you’re here to write, hike, taste, or simply holiday and unwind in Abruzzo, Little House of the Firefly is your serene base to enjoy the best of Abruzzo – without the crowds. Oh, yes, and it’s an Abruzzo dog-friendly holiday rental!

What Makes it a Special Place to Stay in Abruzzo?

  • Spacious open-plan kitchen + living area with fireplace
  • Bright and light workspace study area with fast wifi + comfy double bedroom with mountain views
  • Fully equipped kitchen: dishwasher, espresso coffee pot/filter coffee, scales for baking
  • Powerful shower, soft water and washing machine
  • Private sun terrace with views over the foothills
  • Peaceful village with a daily bread van that also brings cornetti, pizza, cakes, veg every other day, cheese & yoghurt on Fridays
  • Buy free-range eggs, seasonal passata & honey from local women producers
  • 15 mins to fantastic pastries & coffee in Isola Gran Sasso, stop off and visit Castelli and its Majolica ceramics on the way back
  • A 10-minute drive to an excellent range of local restaurants & agriturismi
  • 45 mins to beaches or winter sports
  • Superb and fresh Gran Sasso mountain hikes from sweet mountain villages
  • 45 Minutes to L’Aquila, Italy’s cultural capital in 2026
  • 1 Hour to Campo Imperatore, Abruzzo’s Little Tibet and down to Castel del Monte and Santo Stefano di Sessanio

Booking Details

    • 3-Night Minimum Stay
    • €35 Cleaning Fee, waived for those who book for a week
    • €100 Security Deposit, refunded on day of departure
    • Longer-term stays will be considered during school term times & quoted according to the season
    • WhatsApp to book directly

Price

€80
Is it Bookable?: Yes
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House and entrance
View from the village permanent gazebo
Terrace, wild figs that you can forage for
Study
Linen and towels provided
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Local bocconotti pastries from the bread van
Daily bread van
Local veggies from neighbours
Recommended olive oil listed in Gambero Rosso

Accommodation

For Rent
Area (m2): 75
Property Type: Town House
Number of Bedrooms: Select Bedrooms: 1
Number of Bathrooms: 1
Features:
  • Central Heating,
  • Dishwasher,
  • Washing Machine,
  • Balcony,
  • Terrace,
  • Barbecue,
  • Free Off Road Parking
Furnishing: Furnished

Description & Area FAQ

A Peaceful Abruzzo Retreat

Teramo, Abruzzo | Near Gran Sasso National Park | 2 hrs from Rome and its 2 airports, 1 hr & 10 minutes to Pescara Airport

 

What's Nearby

  • Nearest supermarkets  - Montorio al Vomano: Conad, Lidl and Eurospin 13 km, 18 mins | Val Vomano, Conad, Eurospin 12 km, 18 mins
  • Supermarket open on a Sunday Ditto above, Conad is open half days on Sundays
  • Market - Montorio al Vomano 8 am-1pm on Wednesdays, 13 km, 18 mins, Val Vomano 8 am-1pm on Wednesdays, 12 km, 18 mins
  • Great cafe/bar - Isola Gran Sasso, 5.6 km, 14 mins | Azzinano, El Guirero Arrosticini Bar, 8 km, 10 mins
  • Restaurant for a special night out - Ristorante Podere Santa Lucia, 5 km, 7 mins
  • Tenuta Cerulli Spinozzi Winery, 18 km, 24 minutes - Vini Altura,1km - 2 mins,
  • Favourite local beach - Roseto degli Abruzzi, 48 km, 45 mins
  • Nearest Airports - Fiumicino Airport, 189 km, 2 hrs & 10 mins journey time | Pescara Airport, 82 km, 1 hr 6 mins
  • Points of interest for kids - Sledging at Prati di Tivo 35 km, 34 mins
  • Nearest Ebike Rental - Basciano Bike, 13km, 21 mins

Nearby Sagre & Festivals

  • Bascianella - Patron Saint Festa - Weekend of 8th June
  • Ornano Grande - Fritelle Festa - 3rd weekend in July
  • Aquilano - Timballo Festa - 1st weekend of August
  • Fano Adriano - Scurpellata Festa - 1st week of August
  • Arsita - Valfino al canto - 9-11th August
  • Santa Maria del Ronazano, Castel del Castagne - Notte del Saltarello - 12th August
  • Colledara -Porchetta Festival 3rd Weekend of August
  • Basciano - Prosciutto and Du'bbotte Festa - 6-10th August
  • Castelli - Apennine Festa - 2nd Weekend of June
  • Castelli - August Festa - events lasting the month
  • Poggio Umbricchio - White Truffle Festival - The weekend of Halloween
  • Senarica - Chestnut Festival - The weekend of Halloween
  • Tossicia - Days at the Borgo - The last weekend of October
  • Cerqueto - Living Nativity - St Stephen's Day/Boxing Day
  • Fano Adriano - Bonfire and Processione delle Pupazza with drums & toches -  New Year's Eve
  • Nerito - Traditional Village Christmas Fire - Christmas Eve
  • Tossicia - San Antonio Abate Festa - 3rd Weekend of January

 

Extra Description:

Transport

To make the most of the local area, we recommend driving. The A24 autostrada Colledara exit is a 12-minute drive away.

There is a local bus that leaves Bascinaella for Teramo via Montorio al Vomano at 06.50.  During school term time, it returns back in the village at 14:30; otherwise, in the summer it arrives back in Bascianella just after 19.00.

From Teramo, it is possible to get a bus to the coast, down to Pescara, L'Aquila and to Rome.

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Sam Dunham
Author: Sam Dunham

Sam is a freelance SEO content creator and IGCSE Geography and English teacher at Istituto Cristo Re in Rome. She also runs the Life In Abruzzo Cultural Association, sharing stories and insights about this captivating region.

Alongside raising a teenager, Sam hosts guests at her family’s traditional home, the Little House of the Firefly in Abruzzo, offering a warm welcome and insider tips on local culture, food, and hidden gems.
Languages Spoken:
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