Properties for sale in Calabria, Italy

Ssshh... I'm playing hide and seek! I am in a magical house in Francavilla Marittima, a small village among the hills that smell of olive trees and salty winds. Here the houses smell of ancient times. My favorite? The stone one, all renovated but with the soul of a fairytale house. Within a worn stone staircase, each step tells stories of those who climbed it before me. When I get up, I'm in a built-in kitchen that tastes like tomatoes in the sun and wood in the oven. There’s a niche in the wall, closed by a wooden door: I’m sure it’s hiding treasure...maybe ancient letters, maybe forgotten candy, as soon as I walk back I need to check it but now I need to hide...oooh where I go...over there in the living room. Above all exposed beams and a large stone fireplace that looks like the portal to an underground world. From the French window you exit onto a tiny balcony but full of sky. From there I see the roofs with tiles and the profile of the mountains in the distance. Strong breath: smells of resin and adventure. Then off you go, down the ladder! I go down to the ground floor. The floor is warm and rough terracotta under the bare feet. The walls are made of stone, cold as a river in shadow. Here there is a relaxation room with a second fireplace, lower and more welcoming. This is sure to be Santa's favourite, I might hide in there, but there'll be soot And then... my favourite niche: round, deep, perfect for disappearing but for me it's small, I'm leaving Poldo here my beloved stuffed animal, so I'll have an excuse to come back. I open a door, an all orange bath – it looks like a fox's den! It’s small, no window, but with a singing shower, here I decided, I’ll hide here...and wait. I hear Andrea walking around this living room and not thinking of looking in the bathroom. So, while he goes up the stairs I follow him without being seen, he looks for me in the living room, in the kitchen and in the bathroom and then he goes up again, and I go back. I take the wooden staircase upstairs. I like it, it's smooth in contact with my feet, I hope it doesn't creak and reveal my plan. At the top there is a terrace: I only see roofs, bent antennas and a few cats sleeping in the sun. I feel like I'm flying. The sleeping area is a marvel: the bathroom has two sinks and a built-in tub, large enough for a paper galleon to navigate! The ceiling is very high, with beams like the ribs of a good dinosaur. The light enters through a large velux, and in the morning it wakes you up with the sun in your face. There are two rooms: one is small and full of hiding places under the bed and behind the door. The other, the marriage, is huge! It has a balcony with a double exit, and a mezzanine that leads to a kind of secret room: I call it the pirate's hideout, but the adults say it's a walk-in closet. There’s another niche in the room, with an old window and door... I like to think that it opens at night and lets out stories. Three niches, three secret worlds. This house is full of magic, silences, creaks and places to hide. But ...Andrea saw me, now stop talking...it’s my turn to count! One... two... three...I'm coming!

I'd been on vacation in Calabria for a few days, with no particular plans. I'd chosen a quiet spot on the Ionian coast to slow down, read, and breathe. One afternoon, as the sun slowly set behind the hills, I found myself strolling through the center of a small village near the beach. I don't even remember the name. But I remember that antique shop well. The window display was a fascinating chaos of forgotten objects, and in the center, in a small box of faded blue velvet, there it was: a coral necklace, a warm, vivid red, like certain sunrises over the sea. I entered almost without realizing it. The owner, a kind older man, told me that the necklace belonged to a young woman who lived in Siderno many years ago. He couldn't tell me much more, but something about that object had already captivated me. I bought it. Later, at the hotel, as I opened the box, I found a letter hidden under the velvet. It was fragile and yellowed, written in an elegant hand. A man declared his love to a girl who lived in a villa in Siderno, describing a magical place: a fragrant citrus grove, a small balcony overlooking the silence, and a voice singing, thinking it wasn't being heard. Those words struck me so deeply that I impulsively decided to go to Siderno. The town wasn't far; in fact, its location immediately captivated me. It was very close to the sea, but a few streets away was enough to find yourself immersed in a green, hilly landscape. A perfect balance between coast and tranquility. Walking through the streets of the historic center, I noticed a palm-lined avenue. I stopped. At the end of the avenue, an ancient iron gate opened onto a three-story villa. Each story was different: one simple and austere, another ornate, and the top... elegant, with a small flower-filled balcony. “Each one is different, like you sisters, and the last one bears your grace and looks out alone, like me, to listen to your melodious voice.” Those words were in the letter. I had no doubt: that was the house. A man was pruning the garden. A gardener. I approached, and he saw my curiosity and invited me in. As we walked among the abandoned citrus trees and overgrown paths, he told me the history of the villa. It had belonged to a noble family, then stood empty for decades. Now it was for sale. “It needs a lot of work,” he told me. “But the structure is solid, and the potential… is immense, and what’s more, the land is buildable.” He was right. The rooms, though dusty, retained original details: terrazzo floors, frescoed ceilings, wrought-iron railings. The garden was a forgotten treasure, with centuries-old trees and the scent of the sea just steps away, and those two semi-ruined buildings behind the villa—so many things could be done. I immediately thought of the possibilities: a boutique hotel, luxury apartments, a sprawling resort, a place for creative retreats or weddings surrounded by greenery, with the beach less than a five-minute walk away. Siderno is strategic: convenient transport links, growing tourism, a mild climate year-round. As I climbed to the third floor, I reached the small balcony. I stopped. The wind barely moved the dusty curtains. I looked at the horizon and closed my eyes. I could almost hear that voice, faint, singing a forgotten melody. Perhaps it wasn't a coincidence that that necklace had come to me. And perhaps this vacation wasn't just meant to relax me...

Totally renovated villa with excellent elements and stately finishes, independent on all sides and developed on 2 levels in addition to the basement and attic. The villa consists on the ground floor of entrance hall, large living room with fireplace, kitchen, utility room, 1 bathroom and on the back side of livable porch of 34 sqm. An internal staircase leads to the first floor consisting of four bedrooms, two of which have an en suite bathroom, an additional bathroom, 1 storage room and balcony serving two rooms. The attic floor of 30 sq m is a single room with a level terrace of about 10 sq m. On the basement, with windows, there is a kitchen with wood stove, 1 storage room, playroom, wine cellar and 1 bathroom. The property is completed by a garage of 90 sq m on the sub-storey level.

This farmhouse is situated on a panoramic hilltop of Montegiordano, approximately 3 miles from the coast. The house has a view over the bay and the rolling hills. It is also very close to the main road that takes to the village. The farm house needs to be restored. It is 70 sq m and can be extended of 100 sq m. It lies on over 4 acres of land (approximately 16,700 sq m). The charming building has already a project to be converted into a lovely holiday home with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. All services and utilities are nearby and there are other farmhouses at a short distance. Once restored this property would be ideal as B&B or holiday rental.

Standalone villa, with sea and sunset view, in excellent condition, elevated and reserved position, at Praia a Mare, at 4 minutes from the center and at 1,5 km from the beach. The villa is arranged on four levels and consists the following: In the basement, free on one side, there is a cellar of about 22 sq m. On the ground floor there is a living room with kitchenette, 2 bathrooms, 2 double bedrooms, a terrace of around 22 sq m with access from the bedrooms and from the garden and utility room. On the first floor there are 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, semi-habitable kitchen, living room, a porch of about 11,5 sq m with access from the kitchen and living room, two balconies of about 5 sq m and 1,4 sq m with access from the bedrooms, and a terrace of about 11 sq m. On the second floor a fully usable roof terrace of about 110 sq m. Active utilities. Independent underfloor heating with smart home system on the ground floor, air conditioning in the living rooms on the first and second floors. The villa can be purchased without furniture. The property includes a garden of about 600 sq m. There are 4 uncovered parking spaces. The access road is asphalt. Praia a Mare is a municipality in the province of Cosenza with just under 6,800 inhabitants, there are all the services, it is part of the Pollino National Park.

An exclusive development of independent & semi-detached villas. Residence Sole & Mare is perched high on the hill side overlooking Zambrone Marina, Tropea & the Aeolian Islands. Each property has been designed to allow space and privacy whilst allowing each owner a substantial amount of garden space with the possibility to install a swimming pool. Phase 1 The development will be built in 3 phases and it is currently at Phase 1. Phase 1 consists of 1 Independent Villa and 6 semi-detached villas. The communal swimming pool and relaxation area will also be built in phase 1. 4 Semi-detached is in mid construction. Each property has its own private garden & entrance of approximately 600 sq.m The property includes a roof top solarium of approximately 130 sq. m with a 360-degree view. The villa has Versace tiles through-out, air Conditioning in every room and light fixtures. Completion Phase 1 – Completed

Seaside apartment accessible by picturesque stairs, typical of this area, and facing the beach in Scilla. This 66 sq. m. property consist of: Living room with a spacious kitchenette, 2 bedrooms, recently renovated bathroom with a shower, terrace of approx. 5 sq. m. with sea view. The apartment is sold fully furnished. The sunny location of the property gives the apartment plenty of light. From the terrace it is possible to admire a breathtaking sunset. Scilla is a small village of approx. 4,500 inhabitants in the province of Reggio Calabria, one of the prettiest and most characteristic in Italy, standing on a high rocky spur overlooking the sea. An important tourist centre on the Costa Viola, so called because of the colour the waters take on at certain times of the day, Scilla boasts an ancient Castle leaning against the coast, colourful little houses, an enchanting panorama. Scilla was recently included by CNN in the list of the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy with the village of Chianalea, also called “Little Venice”.

Villa with large garden, sets inside a small private complex, with lido and free beach directly in front of the gate. The property is about 125 square meters and has a large living room, kitchen, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. It also has a well-kept garden of about 500 square meters and a comfortable porch with sofas, armchairs and table with chairs. Another porch is located in front of the kitchen, with table and chairs. There are also 2 extra spaces outside that can be used as storage rooms. There are two assigned parking spaces. The villa can be available furnished as in the photos. The interior of the villa is in fair condition, with recently renovated bathrooms. Internal fixtures, kitchen and electrical system to be modernized. There is the possibility of raising a floor and also enough space to build a swimming pool in the garden. Mature and well-kept garden, in excellent condition. The villa is located 10 km from the Diamante-Buonvicino train station, 40 km from the Paola train station (the main station from where fast trains depart for all of Italy), 110 km from Lamezia Terme airport.

Apartment set inside the complex called ZAMBRONE VILLAGE located in a quiet position and with panoramic sea views close to basic necessities that can be easily reached on foot. The sea is one kilometer and can be reached on foot in minutes. The apartment is located on the raised ground floor with an independent entrance, and consists of: Open plan lounge with kitchenette, one double bedroom and a second bedroom with bunk beds, bathroom with shower, two terraces - one on the front of 15 sqm overlooking the sea and the pool, and another 10 sqm terrace located at the back with outdoor summer kitchen, shower and barbecue also accessible by an independent entrance through a private gate. The complex is completely fenced and accessed via an electric driveway gate. It has communal green spaces, private parking spaces in addition to a communal swimming pool. Condo fees € 800 per year including external lighting of the complex, maintenance of communal green spaces and porter/janitor all year round. Active utilities, including air conditioning. External and internal aluminum frames with double glazing, tiled floors. Zambrone well-served with all kinds of shops and services is five minutes by car and Tropea is fifteen minutes by car.

An exclusive beachfront apartment within a modern complex with direct access to the beach. This 80 sqm apartment is composed of an open plan kitchen furnished with electric hob, living room, two bedrooms, one bathroom. Features include security door, double glazing, mosquito nets, air conditioners, solar panel for hot water, outdoor shower with hot water in the 25 sqm of garden. The property also comes with two parking spaces in the communal garden.

Joppolo View III is a small development with communal swimming pool and top-quality finishing Once completed the development will be gated and surrounded by manicured gardens. Every unit will have a sea view, including the swimming pool area, from which it is possible to see the Aeolian Islands and the Stromboli Volcano. Joppolo is a little town situated south of Tropea promontory and boasts a stunning view of the bay up to the Sicilian islands. It is located 30 km southwest of Lamezia Airport, half an hour from Tropea and 15 minutes from Capo Vaticano. Charming nearby villages are Caroniti and Nicotera just to say a few. The new marina of Joppolo is just 600 metres away. It is a small town but ‘open’ all year round with all main services. Located near natural cliffs, its sea is rich and a perfect oasis for diving and snorkeling lovers. It is also an ideal resort for a quiet and relaxing holiday, a time for sea promenades and unforgettable sunsets.

The villa is free on 4 sides, in excellent maintenance conditions, located less than 10 minutes from Isca on the Ionian Sea and about 10 minutes from the sea. The property is set on one level and is composed of: kitchen, living room with fireplace, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom Utilities are active, independent heating. The property is equipped with 6 kw photovoltaic panels and storage of solar thermal sanitary panels, hybrid boiler. The property includes a fenced land of 10,000 meters with 60 olive trees, chestnuts, oaks and fruit trees, a swimming pool of 4.5 m x 10 m, a shed for tools. The villa was built in 2012: it is equipped with a hybrid boiler, thermal coat and new fixtures Isca sul Ionio, a municipality in the province of Catanzaro, has about 1,700 inhabitants and offers basic servises. It is about 15 minutes from Soverato. Lamezia Terme airport is 55 minutes away.