Historic House Castello Chiola

A story carved
in stone.

Origins date back to 864 AD. From a Lombard stronghold to a Norman outpost, the majestic facade has dominated the village of Loreto Aprutino for centuries.

Centuries-old vaults
and a sky of glass.

The ancient inner courtyard now blends with bold contemporary aluminum and glass roofing, enhancing the beauty of the original barrel and cross vaults.

Nobility of spirit,
luxury residence.

From the D'Aquino to the D'Avalos families, to the elegant neo-sixteenth-century restoration by the Chiolas. Thirty-six rooms that preserve the essence of glorious eras.

Between the Gran Sasso
and the breath of the sea.

Perched on the peak of the town's hill, the manor offers boundless views that stretch from the ridges of the Maiella to the Adriatic horizon.

The Legend of the Castle

The legend of Sharan - ghost of the castle

For a long time, our staff have shared stories passed down through the years about a beautiful and captivating woman of mixed heritage who is said to run through the castle's corridors at night, as though fleeing from someone or something. Fleeting apparitions appear in the darkness, while strange and sudden noises break the silence on those mysterious occasions.

Continue reading the legend of Sharan

The Art of
Celebration.

Today the Castle is reborn under the care of the Di Sipio Family. A story of deep origins rooted in the territory, consolidated by hard work and a continuous desire to improve. Dedication, passion, and determination: values passed down from generation to generation that transform every event into an absolute experience.