FANTASTIC TOWNHOUSE in beautiful Abruzzo, Italy. Close to both the SEA & SKI resorts.

[@BellaBella-jw9ef]

I love the orange tiles and fireplace!

[@iralia333]

A true Nonna house. It has great bones, Dave, and I love the fact there is open space across the road to have views. Just wondering if they could be false ceilings. They look a bit flimsy on camera. What lies beneath? Without the wood panelling and wall paper, this will be a winner.

[@PennyByrne-r6p]

I was in this house on the September tour and if I'd been ready, I would have bought it straightaway. Fabulous homely house in a lovely town. Really good feeling when you're in it. I'm only sorry I wasn't ready to buy.

[@DavidElls]

Great looking house. We stayed in Polambaro for August and walked that street many times before it was finished. It looks fantastic now!

[@bostith2236]

This is a wonderful home. If I did not already have a home. I would definitely want this one. Updating would just be cosmetic. But it is livable. It is in a wonderful town. It has so much potential. Wow I love it. Plus the views. Dave and crew. Great home.

[@howardmckenna]

Perfectly homely in that honestly modest Italian style. Lovely.

[@cathiphilibert9145]

I love this place. Easy projects to put your spin on it. Keep the kitchen and paint those awesome cabinets and KEEP THE FRIDGE!!!❤❤❤

[@nikilagerberg4569]

Yes keeeep the fridge indeed . Hai Cathi 🖐🙂

[@cathiphilibert9145]

@@nikilagerberg4569 hi lady!!!!! How are you Mon? How’s the house hunt going?

[@thatswhatilike_]

I totally agree! Paint the kitchen cabinets and those tiles. And it’ll be a little refresh but would make so much difference! I reckon painting the wooden panelling throughout would be good too.

[@nikilagerberg4569]

@@cathiphilibert9145 😄 monica ore Mo ... in Sulmona it is a rollercoaster, yes /no / maybey ? ... but i try 2 stay calm ... but haven't that many chances so , financialy it has 2 fit also offcause and that is a bit the question. I can but i have 2 find my own to live house also and ... well it's not that easy but well try 2 stay concentrate and planning 2 see some propperty's but with the camper it is a bit off a adventure 😆😅 too get near the smaller villages. Best find a rental car ore so ? Lot off rain past days but since yesterday a lot better . Maybey we can meet some day , iff you have time and would like that ? Like 2 hear about your adventure.

[@ScribeAdept]

The kitchen is beautiful! Favorite spot of the whole place.

[@henrietteancuta-koning7039]

Love the kitchen tiles

[@MariaHowell2]

Paint all the paneling white or off white. Too dark as it is. In the USA, this is considering Farmhouse style and very popular in white/lighter shades. Kitchen wall needs to be partially removed. Hallway to closed in for me and removing part of the wall opens the kitchen more.

[@rusticaurbano3856]

Not the USA

[@MariaHowell2]

@rusticaurbano3856 If I were buying it, that is what I would do. The people who buy it can do what makes them happy. Right? My opinion. Have a great day.

[@rusticaurbano3856]

Agreed

[@مزدورکیآواز-ص8ك]

Me from Pakistan how I can buy it

[@rusticaurbano3856]

This is my dream home. Country Elegante 🎉

[@gerrypender]

I can only describe it in one word which is not used often enough to describe these properties.... stunning !!

[@AhomeinItaly]

@@gerrypender 🤣🤣🤣

[@Klayhed]

What a great townhouse! Takes me back to when I bought my first home in 1975! You can definitely feel the love in that place!

[@loisfolk5492]

Love the paneling. Vintage I love it. Where would you put the washer? Everything else would be fine. Paint the cupboards paint furniture take down the wallpaper leaves a cork and the paneling but where would you put the washer? I watched again washer in garage.

[@The7AcreWood]

Thank you! I was wondering the same❤

[@The7AcreWood]

I love it!!! Would totally buy it if it's still available in May! Just signed up for the early May property tour. Found my village. Now, to pick the right home! Thank you, David, for the perfect time on this tour. It was STUNNING!!! Can't wait to come back❤🎉❤

[@carollogue8218]

This house has loads of potential. To be honest no to the furniture, no to the kitchen and bathroom tiles. Wood paneling gone. The rest is absolutely stunning. Thank you Dave. 😊

[@missymoppel]

I love the wood panelling!!!

[@prissilou]

Another great property, Dave! Keep 'em coming! And your own garage! Wow.

[@phillip6930]

Nice one Dave. Location looks great, views are lovely. Not sure about the fox, he seemed to blink as you went past him😂

[@AhomeinItaly]

@@phillip6930 🤣🤣🤣

[@willycarle3088]

the orange tiles are stunning ! love it !

[@mhicks80]

I absolutely love that! It's almost at the point of coming back into fashion! As a lock up n leave it's an absolute find!

[@BobSullivanAKABuffy]

I would've loved to see this property in person last week. Is the ceiling in the bigger bedroom a drop ceiling? Terrific orange tiles in the kitchen are a must-keep! The eyes of the fox are a riot!

[@shannoncrider6014]

I would love to see under that paneled ceiling in the master bedroom.

[@angelomasciantonio]

Concrete slab like the other room. The attic has a concrete floor.

[@AC949]

I wondered about the entrance hallway too. Could that be brick or stone under the paneling?

[@cherylguthrie9226]

I love the true Italian character of this one Dave. And those views - spectacular!! Great find, and it definitely won't last long.

[@finniganyork9608]

The views are wonderful, and i really like the house. That kitchen is cool!

[@alvee264]

absolutely beautiful town , the house needs lots of updates. The rooms are very large with beautiful floors and lovely views. I would remove most of the furnishings and the wood paneling and then move in at a very affordable price.

[@carolineconaty6688]

Very nice house🎉

[@timallison8560]

needs some limestone tile to lighten the floors and it will be a ton brighter.

[@kimhorton6109]

I’m with you on raising the fridge. The garage could accommodate a small car and a scooter. I need a motorcycle wherever I live. The furniture is reasonable. More than I would need but the town is the best part of this home.

[@wendellcallihan5341]

Very nice, Dave. Yes, keep the fridge. You've mentioned before about being in a band. Maybe a separate video someday? I was a Mott the Hoople fan myself.

[@annmacbride3100]

I loved the seventies

[@troyd303]

Beautiful property

[@bostith2236]

Oh and by the way. The chairs at the foot of the bed are positioned so you can move them out to the balcony. Easy peasy. good forethought.

[@thebestcompaniondogforyou3367]

My grandparents came to Canada from Polembaro jn 1908. Thinking of closing that circle😁

[@angelomasciantonio]

Never too late, even just as a vacation home or partial retirement

[@lagringa7518]

Yep, great buy in good nick! You could just paint the cabinets in the nice sized kitchen, the dark living room needs some white walls, but it has a garage and in town with double pane windows... and once you take down all that goofy fake paneling... it could be a little gem🙂

[@JenniferGranwick-p9p]

Yup, still one of my favorites…….

[@dalepellerin]

I love it. I’m not sure I would change it. I know it’s dated but so too am I. :)

[@kathleentrinity7367]

Fantastic for the price. The livingroom is ample and the bedrooms are nice and large. Also ample storage below. I wish it had a diningroom, but again, for the price what's here is very nice.

[@helenmenzies9488]

Cork is back in fashion for its insulation properties!

[@angelomasciantonio]

And acoustics ..

[@jelindacleggett4885]

The kitchen is incredible! I am the USA in New England and that is knotty pine wood paneling and it was not cheap! Not here anyway. I love it!. I have never liked wallpaper. So get rid of the wallpaper and paint it light color. That living room 😂 James Bond style for sure.

[@myitaliantherapyginafiore4414]

Dave what a fab house I love love love the orange tiles and retro furniture. One could paint that pine paneling. It would be a great wainscoting. . Like you said take off the wallpaper and curtains even the cork can stay. I would really love that apartment. I don't like the messy neighbors yard but the beautiful street lovely and the VIEWS wow. Gina in Upstate New York USA moving to Italy/Portugal. I would paint the cabinets too they are nice but everything needs a bit of creativity and vision. Drop ceilings bet they are high ceilings. They loved pine, pine doors too..One could paint all that pine white. Awesome price for such a big space

[@MsCateStar]

I'll probably be called a heretic 😅- but I'd renovate the kitchen. I'd keep those tiles, as they're bomb. I'd install a new kitchen, all white & make the tiles the feature, and I'd lean completely into the 70's 'mod' vibe. I'd put one of those large orange dome lights over the kitchen table, an orange dinette kitchen table + some chrome & white vinyl covered chairs. The bedrooms I'd strip them and give the walls a soft, light white paint - some softer furniture, like a sofa/armchairs. And as someone else has said, with those fabulous white steps, I'd paint the wood panelling in the stairs a bright white to bring as much light in as you could. The bathroom I'd eventually reno - keep everything where it is, but remove the bath & make the whole end of the room a walk in shower ... maybe all white with some black accents. And love the idea of exploring the possibility of a roof terrace, especially with those views in either direction. Nice find. And those views.

[@JLR1957]

A great buy! Only cosmetic updating required the basic structure is fine. But yes, as someone else said 'everything would have to go'! Do you help find the people to do the work Dave eg stripping out the panelling, checking the electrics etc.

[@thatswhatilike_]

Dave! This has to be one of the best places you’ve ever shown us. Not only because we’d be neighbours, but because the town has so much going for it with amenities etc, the house does need some work but nothing major - new boiler yes, check the wiring throughout but other than that, sand and paint that panelling for now, take the wallpaper off, fresh coat of white paint, and you’re good to go. What I love is the space in the basement with the little bit of outside space - my two dogs and I would be out there most of the day ❤ I only wish I had the money to buy this! I’d spend my 3 months there, come home to the UK, and then come back again. Living the absolute dream!!

[@bixchick007]

No, absolutely everything needs to go in this one.

[@nikilagerberg4569]

??? My comment is gone ow dear . Well it's a real special stuck in time 70ties museum almost. It's a pearl for the fans . Painting the wood could also look different in a nice collor . very special furnishing !! You would pay a lot for it in Whoopa shops, remember please befor put it outsite !! the JAMES BOND stuff. The views are super nice , good rooms ... close 2 David 😅. Well don't worrie i won't 😂 . The price is top but i would realy had 2 change everything and that is such a waist . This is indeed a a museum and the furnishing is worth a lot ... can't get the name ... but it's now designe , believe me . Be good 2 this. Add a lava lamp ... and disco music ... great . You must love it ,ore leave it i think . Fridge i ❤ 2 buy it 😂. Not my years , absolute not, 2 brown and orange but that doesn't matter , location wauw , i have 2 rent a car and see that part . Still havn't bin there . But love thoose views... wondering off for ours looking at the valley and all the rest. Good one ...

[@Frank-dj5td]

What a great property and a fabulous price.

[@christineshields1714]

Not crazy about the 70s vibe. However, this place has good bones and can be moved into with no problem then renovated and updated over time. Some of the furniture is not my style but it is vintage and could easily be sold.

[@paulabroussard1824]

Beautiful home!! And is "just wait WHILE you see this..." an Italian expression? Don't we usually say "just wait UNTIL you see this..."?

[@AhomeinItaly]

@@paulabroussard1824 it is often used where I come from in the UK, I know it's not grammatically correct but that's just me!!

[@paulabroussard1824]

@@AhomeinItaly Okay, I figured it was just one of those things perhaps a regional saying. Thanks for clarifying :)

[@tammyday9389]

I'm thinking I'd leave the wood and wallpaper and start a 70s revival. 😊

[@jonimarchese7655]

Ciao Dave, I really love this house, for the price you can gut the place remove all the 70's style and make the house up to today's standards without compromising the integrity of the home. I wouldn't remove anything that is original to the home. I would get a new fridge/freezer but keep the one that's there for a 2nd one. I am to assume this won't be on the market long. amore da N.Y.

[@doubleas4414]

Easily one of your best yet. Absolutely wonderful with small investment and the bonus of stunning neighbors!!🎉

[@wayneevans5050]

I'll just mention here that you can get cameras that will work quite well in very low light situations. I don't know the cost though.

[@JLR1957]

I'd buy that remotely if I was at that stage! This will be snapped up!

[@andyellerby2226]

tempting

[@LaHermitess]

Before spending any time or money taking down the fake panelling & cork wall covering, I would simply paint over everything with a very light (probably white) paint. Although there would be some texture remaining I think it would largely make the walls become invisible (like a blank canvass). You can also now get very good tile paints to address the kitchen decor or even the bathroom tiles (which I didn't loath) for the time being. The display cabinets in the living room look almost Art Deco to me and I might keep them. Wouldn't want any pre-owned upholstered pieces, bedroom furnishings from the larger room, or the kitchen or dining tables & chairs but I quite like the fittings of the kitchen (cupboards). Would use the old fridge as a pantry or a beverage cooler, and put a proper fridge on the opposite wall with some additional storage cupboards. Larger bedroom upstairs would be a quiet library/study and I'd use the back bedroom for my sleeping space possibly keeping its furniture. Like that there is a tub, but then you mentioned the necessity for a car, so sadly...that's me out.

[@charlielynne7550]

Mcm...mid century modern is super popular on the west coast of the USA. Like the idea of painting the paneling white from another comment.

[@soggymoggytravels]

For that price, it seems a bargain. It also looks like a peaceful place with great views. The only downside for me is lack of public transport.

[@everythingtraumaic5069]

kitchen orange tiles are de light full. I would white wash all other cupboards and walls to make those tiles stand on their own and not compete with all the other colours and textures. Furniture can be painted as well..all good

[@DianeSardone-r8p]

What's with the industrial ceiling tiles in the bedrooms? Could there be barreled ceilings or vaulted ceilings under those tiles?

[@mairimunn3300]

Sorry, Dave, but the furniture would have to go, along with the wood paneling and wallpaper. I think I'd want to find out if I could create a roof terrace.

[@carolineconaty6688]

❤❤❤

[@loulaevert-smith1728]

that light is absolutely beautiful...and meant to hang in the middle of the dining table. i find the Italians has too many tables and chairs (beautiful) but tooooo much furniture....

[@SteveW60ish]

Is there still an issue with Canadians trying to buy in Italy?

[@mv-cs9tm]

How much cost council electricity other maintenance ,i am look next year buy cheap like this price in Italy.

[@jesperray7030]

Like to see it in January? We are a Danish couple

[@davidparrish3538]

How much snow does it get I. That town.

[@AhomeinItaly]

@@davidparrish3538 hardly any, we are on the sea side of the mountain. The last few years maybe a handful of days per year.

[@vickigeer9203]

Why iss it so dark, very hard to see details.

[@JLR1957]

The cork is fabulous! But doesn't go with the floor tiles.

[@ukingly]

Ive read its very difficult to get a driving license in italy, is that true?

[@janhodgson1740]

Cork is good insulation..

[@JLR1957]

Also, a question, Dave always says 30 minutes to Pescara but google maps say an hour. Which is closer to reality, please?

[@angelomasciantonio]

Depends where u are going in Pescara. 30 mins will get you to Chieti easily from Palombaro, to Francavilla as well. Not sure if they have reopened tunnel under Francavilla/San Silvestro but that would get u quickly on to ring road around Pescara. Getting to Central Pescara takes longer due to traffic ...

[@AhomeinItaly]

@@JLR1957 I don't mention distance to Pescara, I say distance to the coast. Pescara is 45 minutes from where I am in Palombaro.

[@JLR1957]

@@AhomeinItaly OK, thank you Dave 🇦🇺😊❤

[@مزدورکیآواز-ص8ك]

Me from Pakistan how I can buy it

[@JLR1957]

Speaking of 'needing a car', can foreigners buy a car in Italy?

[@angeliquerahme]

Here you go again! You continually tell us we need a car and tell us we not allowed to buy one I've asked every week and still confused Can you explain please? Thanks

[@The7AcreWood]

You rent until you get your papers to be here fully. Whatever that might entail. Never give up!!!❤

[@Klayhed]

In one show, Dave mentioned that you have to be a resident to buy a car. That takes 18 months to establish.

[@The7AcreWood]

@Klayhed and you would rent until then. Italy has rules and when in Rome... ❤️ Small price to pay for la dolce vita ❤️

[@bixchick007]

@@The7AcreWood That's a hell of a gamble to do for buying a house.

[@The7AcreWood]

@@bixchick007 you get the house first. No gamble at all.

[@davidparrish3538]

Just paint the wood panels white

[@judit1783]

With a little sweat, this could be a great place for a great price if you need something this size. I hate wardrobes/armoires they look like coffins in the room, they take up visual space and you need a ladder to dust the tops. I do not want someone else's furniture either.

[@angelomasciantonio]

Well u can get rid of the wardrobes. If you build a fixed closet space, it would take up the same floor space but are permanent. You can get modern floor to ceiling wardrobes as well with upper storage shelves so u don't have to dust the top.

[@LucysprayLucyspark]

interested if 45k. Just thinking of the volume of work on the walls, ceilings, garage, storage area, bathrooms and electrical work alone. Curious to know how this home would be without water or electrical inna winter or a summer in the midst of reno.

[@AhomeinItaly]

@@LucysprayLucyspark we rarely loose electric or water here even in the extremes.

[@LucysprayLucyspark]

@@AhomeinItaly oh wow, ty for responding! was thinking about during the renovation. Cant have the water/gas/electric on when kitchens/bathrooms/electrical/heating systems are in the midst of being gutted/upgraded. We actually love the water tank reserves in the homes over there btw, so could we just use that while bath reno happens? And have u come across any homes within towns converted to solar? Going to be in the region soon💚

[@everythingtraumaic5069]

you can paint tiles and wood like walls..you can texturizer over wall paper..so no big..just time and effort..needs a good cleaning, views are great and balconies