Borgo Le Caselle - Casa Soprana

Borgo Le Caselle is situated at an altitude of almost 700 m on a south-western slope in a small hamlet of the village of Tortorella in the Golfo di Policastro, on the southern edge of the UNESCO-protected Cilento National Park, on the border between Campania and Basilicata.

The neighbours still have a small agriculture with cows, sheep, chickens and vegetable production, others still live almost like 50 years ago as shepherds and produce ricotta, pecorino and lamb.

The house is also suitable as a starting point for hikers. If you would like to hike, you will find advice and maps here. On request we also organize guided hikes

In midsummer, the high altitude and the adjacent holm oak forest offer pleasant coolness and a welcome change from beach life. In the middle of the gulf at Villamare you will find typical Italian beach life in midsummer with sun lounger rental and bar service, on the cliffs at Acqafredda in the south and at Scario in the north you will find small bays with crystal clear water, some of which are difficult to reach.

With best visibility you can see from the terrace the volcano Stromboli on the horizon. Especially in the colder months you can watch wonderful sunsets. The charming village of Tortorella with spectacular views, grocery store, bar and post office is about 6 km away

The village is enthroned at 600 m above sea level on a hilltop which slopes down to the Thyrrenian Sea over olive groves and wooded areas, bordered to the west by the deep gorge of Bussentino. From various vantage points you can enjoy the view from the sea over the coastal mountains of Calabria, our "home mountain" Monte Cocuzzo (1389 m), Monte Cervati (1899 m), Monte Sacro to M. Bulgheria.
The familiar place has largely retained its original face: Natural stone houses with decorative portals nestle against the rocky ground, gardens open in narrow alleys.
About 300 inhabitants meet to play cards in the bar of Giuseppe or at the pension payment in the post office, at the weekly market on Wednesday, on Sunday at the church square.
The territory of the commune includes altitudes between 50 and 1480 m, with different vegetation zones that used to offer pastures to shepherds in all seasons.
A cul-de-sac, the so-called Tortorella - Mare, which is not listed on official maps, connects the town with the coast in 20 minutes by car.