Title: The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=39824483&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) Holiday home in Ortona with kitchen ## Photo gallery for The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) (Ortona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39830000/39824500/39824483/f9604d08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) (Ortona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39830000/39824500/39824483/w640h417x0y0-cbb09227.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) (Ortona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39830000/39824500/39824483/39938f2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) (Ortona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39830000/39824500/39824483/f32b2501.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) (Ortona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39830000/39824500/39824483/739b1f65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) Villa built in the 20s of the last century and recently renovated inside. The house is directly on the beach of the dunes of the Tollo station; area of enormous environmental interest due to the presence of dunes and related protected plants, from the mullein to the sea lily, and as a nesting area for the Fratino. The house has two large bedrooms, a living room kitchen and a bathroom. The three rooms are all equipped with air conditioning, but the house is well ventilated and fresh. Washing machine, dishwasher, hairdryer, iron and TV are included. Outside, shower, table, chairs, umbrella and barbecue make "outdoor living" more comfortable. Also included are beach umbrellas, deckchairs and sun loungers for the beach. Home suitable for those who need a few days of rest and tranquility away from everyday stress and privilege a direct contact with nature. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 069058CVP0019, IT069058C2ZDHSWVFN ### We should mention All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as La Casa del Mare The House of the sea The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) Ortona ## About the area Located in Ortona, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the ocean. Teatro D'Annunzio and Museum of the Abruzzi people (Museo delle Genti d'Abruzzo) are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cantina Rapino and Miglianico Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Adriatico Stadium or PalaTricalle Sandro Leombroni. With fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Ortona travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ortona.dx6154466) [View more Holiday homes in Ortona](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ortona-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6154466-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.39383%2C14.34126&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kQ1SVsAsZj3FLkB_s6ErxY8s2E4=) Ortona, Abruzzo ### What's nearby - ![Pescara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2886/29d6d867-b466-4a6a-b274-f61b0abd44c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pescara Beach 20 min drive \- 10.6 miles - Spiaggia di Lido Riccio 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Francavilla al Mare Beach 7 min drive \- 2.7 miles - Aurum - La Fabbrica delle Idee 16 min drive \- 9.0 miles - Ortona Port 24 min drive \- 5.9 miles ### Getting around - Tollo Canosa Sannita Station 1 min walk - Pescara (PSR-Abruzzo Intl.) 17 min drive ### Restaurants - Hotel Mara 6 min drive - il papavero rosso 5 min drive - Ristorante Il Carro 21 min drive - MecoMilla 7 min drive - Ristorante Il Sestante 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes)? ### What time is check-out at The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes)? ### Where is The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The house of the sea (directly on the beach of the dunes) Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marion W. 5 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfekte Lage Wir wurden trotz Verspätung sehr freundlich empfangen und ins Haus eingewiesen. Die Ausstattung war sehr gut und angenehm. Die Lage direkt am Strand wunderbar. Wir hatten zwei wunderbare Tage. Vielen Dank an Marialuisa ##### Marion W. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ---