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Once upon a time there was a child who, over bedtime stories, preferred those of stone and memories. While others dream of princes and dragons, he dreamed of the edges of old palaces, the scent of centuries-old dust, the sound of footsteps bouncing off period stairways. That child, today, stopped daydreaming. He found his castle. It is not a castle with towers and moats, but it is much more: it is located in Piazza Armerina. That handful of noble houses squeezed around the Norman mass of the manor, a place of stories, of dominations, of secret passages. The building dates back to the 19th century, a century of severe grace, and is spread over three floors, twelve rooms just waiting to become rooms again. But now it's a sleeping body, a giant of limestone and plaster just asking to be woken up. The exterior retains some cracks of pride, some signs of the weather that demand precautions, small, respectful maintenance. But it's inside that the best game is played: the building is a blank canvas, completely in need of renovation. A deep silence inhabits these environments, broken only by the rustle of light filtering from the original imposts. The interior and exterior locks, true period finds, are there, intact but fragile: they require not only restoration, but a choice of love. The soul of the palace, however, can be found by walking along the long arched stairways. They are majestic, archenemies, maternal. Each step tells of a skirt lift, a furtive step, a child's run. On the first and second floors there are ten balconies, five per level, and looking out there means seeing the castle in your face, almost one-on-one with the story. From there, that child of old saw the dreams of his ancestors. Because that's the point. Piazza Armerina, as we know, has deep roots: Greek, Roman, Arab, Norman. But for that child who has grown up, it's not just a UNESCO site or the Villa del Casale. It's her grandmother's voice talking about her great-grandfather, who had a shop nearby; it's her aunt talking about when ladies would go out in fur coats for patron saint festivals. His ancestors inhabited this village, they stamped its stones, they breathed its air of sulfur and bread. And now he, with his heart on the march, wants to give back to that chain of memories. The project is simple and titanic at the same time: to restore the palace to its old splendor so that it can be inhabited, to live the dream of a lifetime. Today the house can offer the possibility of creating two bathrooms, essential services to give modern breath to a carcass of times gone by. The ground floor and basement rooms lend themselves to cellars, workshops, small taverns. There is an internal courtyard, a small cloister to reinvent, a secret garden where time can finally stop. This palace is not for everyone. It's for those who aren't afraid of work, dust, choices. It is for those who know that restoring does not mean erasing, but translating. That child, today, looks at the long arches of the staircase and smiles. His grandfather told him: “True dreams have ancient foundations.” And here they are: three floors of possibilities, twelve rooms of the future and ten balconies from which every morning, finally at home, he will be able to say: “The castle is mine.

A few days earlier, I had received an unexpected inheritance, a bequest from a distant aunt, one of those relatives whom life keeps at the edges of memory and who, just when they seem to belong to the past, manage to leave behind something capable of changing the future. So, together with my family, we had begun to dream big. For years we had lived in our practical city apartment, comfortable, functional, even reassuring, but not poetic in the slightest. When the inheritance arrived, we realized that our idea of the future needed a few more square meters and, above all, a little sky. It was my son who suggested the method. He took a map of Trento and the surrounding area, spread it out on the kitchen table and established the rules: one of us would be blindfolded, would hold a pencil and let it fall onto the map. Wherever it landed, that was where we would look for a home. Naturally, no one pointed out that, we could have relied on slightly more scientific criteria. The pencil struck the back of the Vigolana. We looked at each other. It seemed like a sign. And at that moment, we wanted to believe in signs. We were looking for a place away from the noise, a space that could truly become ours, where the days would have time to unfold and the seasons could enter through the windows. That was how we arrived in Vattaro. The first thing that struck me about the house was the greenery: a private space that seemed to embrace it, alternating between lawn and paved areas. And then there was the gazebo, a sort of room without walls, perfect for summer evenings, when the day stubbornly refuses to end, or for endless winter Sundays. The house, built in 2014, was the result of careful and meticulous work by a local company, with solid concrete foundations and floors in eco-friendly wood. On the ground floor, there were two garages, the laundry room, utility spaces, the hallway and the boiler room: all those things a house needs and that no one ever mentions when selling it, but which then become indispensable. All you had to do, however, was climb the stairs, either inside or outside, to reach the light. The living area was spacious and bright. The large eat-in kitchen seemed made for long dinners, the living room for conversations and the relaxation area for those hours when absolutely nothing is done, an activity that modern life unfairly considers unproductive. And then there was the tiled stove: large, warm, reassuring, capable on cold days of embracing everyone like a blanket. Every room had its own balcony, accessible through large windows that let the landscape in almost without asking permission. Upstairs, wood took the place of brick and the whitewashed beams ran across the ceiling like branches of a tree . Four perfect bedrooms: one twin, two doubles and the master bedroom, with its en suite bathroom. A third bathroom completed the floor. But it was above all the French doors that gave those rooms a special feeling. From each one, you stepped out onto a balcony beyond which lay the valley and the Vigolana. But the surprises did not end there, we learned in fact that it was possible to build another little house in the garden, even the future for our children was already there. While, embraced by my husband, I watched the sun sink behind the mountains and the cool air in my hair, the warmth filled my heart, I was finally home.

Ever since he had been left alone, Grandpa Carlo spent a lot of time in his armchair, leafing through the newspaper in search of something smaller and more suitable for him. The house he lived in was not only large and difficult to keep tidy but also full of memories that came to visit him at night and kept him from sleeping. That morning too, he looked through the real estate listings in the newspaper and circled with his red pencil a small box describing a mini apartment in a condominium not far away. When his grandson came to visit him, he immediately noticed that mark on the newspaper. He read with curiosity what his grandfather had highlighted and his heart filled with sadness. As soon as he got home, he did a search on his PC and when he found the house in Mezzolombardo, an entire property facing south-west, spread over four floors, he began to imagine how that house could become the family’s new meeting place. On the lower floor there was a living room with a small balcony, a windowless bathroom with a shower and a double bedroom illuminated by two large windows: an ideal space to allow Grandpa to live comfortably and maintain his independence, while being close enough not to feel alone. Higher up there was a spacious living room with a stove and balcony, next to a large, livable kitchen and a bathroom with a bathtub and shower. The spiral staircase led to the next floor, where there was a double bedroom with a balcony, a twin bedroom, a bathroom with a whirlpool tub and a hallway. There was also a garage, a large space on the ground floor with access from the main street, which once housed a workshop, and in the future, in addition to a car, motorcycle and bicycles, it could accommodate a space where Dad could indulge his creative hobbies. But it was the attic that gave rise to the biggest idea. Matteo imagined that fourth floor transformed into useful spaces for the whole family: Mom could create a quiet study to work in, while Sara would finally have a place to study and spend time with her friends without having to share her bedroom with her little brother. Matteo shared the idea with the whole family over dinner and what at first seemed to be just a house found among the listings thus began to turn into a project. Four floors, lots of spaces and one great possibility: living together, but without giving up their independence. On Saturday, before having lunch all together, they went to visit the property and during lunch they talked about nothing else. This is one of the possible scenarios for using the splendid house for sale in Mezzolombardo, come and visit it and create your own true story within those walls.

When Uncle Renzo died, he left his two nieces, Anna and Milly, a property in Madrano, in Trentino. The news might have been received with joy, if the two sisters had not stopped speaking to each other many years earlier. For reasons now too distant to be recounted without reopening old wounds, they had turned silence into a respectable habit. The inheritance, therefore, promised not only a house, but also the little-desired return of a sister.Anna was the first to arrive. Madrano won her over almost immediately: the village, nestled among meadows, woods and ancient vineyards, looked toward the mountains and the small lakes of Valsugana. There was a particular tranquility in those unhurried places. The property was even more fascinating. The garden, spacious and minimalist, was enhanced by modern statues that created a pleasant contrast with the ancient walls. At the center stood an old stone well. The house, on the other hand, seemed like a small world built to surprise. On the ground floor there was a large kitchen, dominated by a charming fireplace, a dining area and a cellar intended for good local wines. The floors were made of magnificent porphyry, the local stone, and gave the rooms that solidity that makes some houses more reassuring than others. But there was a curious, almost fairy-tale-like room, which Anna loved more than all the others. It had a fireplace topped by a dome and, along the walls, outdoor lanterns. It seemed as though a street had been captured and imprisoned inside the house. Two enormous French doors, placed on opposite sides, allowed light to pass through it: one looked onto the garden, the other onto the side street. There was also a bathroom, a cellar and a room with a splendid fireplace, next to which was the sailing-ship room, a rough-finished room with a splendid sailing ship in a display case. A beautiful marble staircase led to the first floor, with an elegant living room, bedrooms and bathrooms with wooden floors. Among these, Anna's favorite was the room with the six-pointed star created by a pattern of different woods in the floor. In the bathroom, handmade tiles added a discreet grace. Between the first and second floors there was an intermediate floor with two more bedrooms and spaces for a kitchen or a bathroom and the possibility of going down into the garden. The second floor offered a large living room with a fireplace, a raised room with exposed beams, a bathroom, a bedroom and a small kitchenette an unfinished wing was patiently waiting to become more bedrooms. There was also a self-contained apartment, already habitable, with a large kitchen, dining room, a magnificent living room with a fireplace, a bathroom, a laundry room and a large bedroom. In that house, after all, fireplaces seemed to have been considered a moral necessity. Anna had already decided that the house would not be sold. Milly, on the other hand, arrived from America with the opposite intention. Elegant, sophisticated and highly practical, she considered the property above all an asset to be renovated and sold. She arrived by taxi one full-moon evening and, as she crossed the garden, she was drawn to the moon reflected in the old well. Milly leaned over the water and saw the entire house reflected: the walls, the windows, the garden She remained silent. When Anna joined her, there was no need to explain anything. For the first time in many years, the two twins reunited and so did their thoughts and desires that house had been left to them so that they could take up again the dream they had had as children: to fill those rooms with guests, the kitchen with aromas, the garden with gatherings and the long room with music and laughter. Anna would teach classical dance and old dances again. The windows would open onto the garden and the young students would twirl in the golden light of the lanterns. Milly smiled. Perhaps Uncle Renzo had understood before they did that certain inheritances cannot be measured in money.

Our autumn Saturday begins with a walk among autumn colors in Bassano del Grappa, a pretty medieval town located in the Vicenza area. This is the month of foliage and the mild climate encourages you to visit. The symbolic monument of the city is the Ponte Vecchio, built according to Palladio's design. And it is precisely on the banks of the Brenta that the splendid residence that we are going to visit stands. The renovation of this attic, which took place thanks to the delicacy of an Italian architect who lives and works in New York, has made it possible to create a perfect balance between tradition and modernity, the study of refined and functional environments characterized by a refined and extremely welcoming atmosphere has brought to the choice of interior finishes of the highest level. The living room, which enjoys a splendid view of the river and the Ponte Vecchio, is characterized by a linear fireplace and a contemporary style that will pleasantly welcome your paintings and works of art, creating the right balance between the functionality of living and presence constant of the "beauty" that this apartment deserves. One desire of the owners was not to distort the original structure, to maintain that "bourgeois" style air in a fluid promenade. Thus, a kitchen was created in light marble and wood, a first bedroom separated from the rest of the house and then made autonomous also for services. The prevalence of white is everywhere, even in the marble floor that covers the entire living area and joins the parquet in the sleeping area. The current furnishings consist of Venetian art furniture combined with custom-made furniture with clean white or wooden lines that recall the splendid roof with exposed beams. In the intervention in the sleeping area, the original partitions were respected, creating walk-in closets and en suite bathrooms. It is now located in the most intimate and private portion of the apartment and is separated from the living area by the entrance which overlooks a third bedroom. used as a study, the lift with direct access to the apartment and the stairs. The master bedroom is large and comfortable with two large windows overlooking the garden, and is in direct communication with a walk-in closet and a carefully designed and well-equipped bathroom, which benefits from a large window that provides natural light and air. Upon delivery of the keys, this splendid penthouse will be given to you with most of the furnishings, it will be up to you to personalize it and bring your personal effects, park your cars in the two double garages, stock the cellar with wine and enjoy a life among the works of he art that Bassano offers, walking in the historic center means diving into authors such as Palladio, Canova, Jacopo Da Ponte, Marinali and Dall'Acqua.

My name is Augusto, I come from Rome and I have been walking for seven days. All I carry with me is a worn cloak, a jug of wine, and the promise I made to Bacchus: to reach his sacred hills, those they call Euganean, to honor him on the longest night of the year. They say that up there, among vineyards that touch the sky, the god still descends among men. They say that whoever dances until dawn will receive as a gift a year of pure joy. I followed the Postumia road, then veered north where the mountains become gentle and you can smell wild grapes before seeing them. Yesterday I crossed an oak forest. Today, shortly after noon while the sun burned my neck and my shoes were reduced to tatters, I spotted a villa. It’s not like those I know in Rome—closed and severe. This one is open and generous. It seems to rise from the very earth itself as if its walls are roots and its roof a branch reaching towards the sun. I approached it. The garden stretched out before me for an immense stretch—I counted steps; perhaps ten thousand arms’ length of land—all dotted with ancient olive trees and tall grass bending like a sea under the wind. I pushed open the wooden gate. It was not locked. Perhaps this was how God wanted it. I entered. Immediately I discovered stairs leading down to an underground level. Driven by curiosity, I followed them and found myself in a large tavern. It’s dark and cool with an enormous fireplace still smelling of burnt wood. I thought about winter nights when snow covers hills outside while we drink warm inside telling stories till midnight—a place for gods of wine and friendship. I went back upstairs where two immense halls awaited me—large as temples filled with windows looking out over hillsides into plains below us all around—in one hall at center stood an oven—a low wide hearth where bread could be baked or meat roasted for entire tribes! My hand rested upon stone—it felt warm! Someone had lit fire just hours ago! Further ahead lay kitchen big tidy next door stands room lined stone tubs water channels—the laundry room once women scrubbed tunics singing songs together here long ago too! But what struck most beautiful came exiting through doors beyond kitchens descending stairways leads onto porchway standing threshold breath taken away entirely stunned sight greeted eyes vast expanse opened wide before gaze stretching far off distance Colli Euganei unfolded fan-like green purple beneath afternoon sunlight terraced vineyards cypress groves distant villages perched high peaks above valleys below…thoughts raced “If Bacchus resides anywhere surely must be here.” Climbing first floor found sleeping quarters spacious bright each bathroom private little terrace facing south imagined resting lying bed window ajar sweet scent linden flowers drifting softly within silence enveloped surroundings close miles removed noise Forum chariots market cries man might sleep never slept quite so soundly ever before now?! I went back down into the garden. I walked among the olive trees—there are dozens of them, all mine, if this villa were mine—and filled the olla with water from a spring I found hidden among the rocks. Then I sat down. I drank. I watched the sun slowly sink behind the hills. The festivals of Bacchus begin tonight. I was supposed to climb higher, where the bonfires are already burning and the sound of drums can be heard. But something is keeping me here, in this villa that has welcomed me like a son. Perhaps Bacchus does not want me to dance among the crowd. Perhaps the gift the god wants to give me is something else. Perhaps he is offering me a home. Tomorrow I will decide. Tonight I will sleep beneath the portico, with the olive trees standing guard and the Hills watching over me. And if tomorrow, when I wake, the god speaks to me again, I will answer. Because a man passes, festivals come to an end, but a villa like this—on these hills, with this garden, with this light—is forever.

The villa appears almost without warning, when the road lifts gently between the hills of Petacciato. The sea stretches in the distance like the backdrop of an oil painting, against which the house rises as a white, essential monolith set into a landscape that still retains a trace of wilderness. The large square window sees nothing but the endless sea. The interiors are new, crisp, and shaped by a kind of quiet “feng shui,” faithful to a simple and deliberate order. Split-system cooling, ceiling fans, suspended bathrooms and large glass shower boxes speak a contemporary, practical language, letting empty space carry much of the atmosphere. A first dépendance — with living room and kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom — opens directly onto the sea-facing window, and like all the other rooms, it looks outward. Every space has direct access to the exterior, as if the house refused the idea of closing itself, preferring instead to let the hill enter with its wind and light. A long corridor, almost a small gallery, leads to the second double bedroom. This one also faces the garden and the sea, and has its own private bathroom. The third bedroom, the master, is located in the section where the building gains height. Here the light feels freer; it enters from above and from the side, and the partially open bathroom blends into the room without breaking its lines. The result is a quiet, almost meditative space, where minimalism becomes a kind of breathing. The heart of the villa is the large central living area. Around it, the architecture leaves room for the light to shape the environment and for the volumes to speak on their own. The height, the suspended skylights and the great side window create a scene that asserts itself naturally. The kitchen, hidden within essential cabinetry that looks more like boiserie than storage, reveals a functional island and modern equipment. A kitchen that appears when needed and withdraws when the room itself becomes the protagonist. Beyond the living area lies the veranda, which in the mild seasons — far more generous here than elsewhere — becomes a natural extension of the interior. From there, the gaze slides toward the line of the sea, and the whole perception of the house shifts. The land surrounding the villa is wide and still open to many possibilities. The swimming pool is currently under construction, and the rest of the garden awaits the vision of whoever will inhabit it: it could become an essential garden of shadows and stone, a small playground for children, or a simple, quiet monument to the landscape itself. Taken as a whole, the villa is a clear shape on a hill that looks out over an unobstructed sea. It is unmistakably conceived as a structure that privileges light, space and a direct relationship with the landscape, guided by its own form of “zen.” A place that asks little, except to be lived slowly, because everything here — from the volumes to the great window, from the shadows to the veranda — seems to invite a more patient, present, subjective way of inhabiting the world.

Just steps from the quiet bend of the Panaro River, where the echo of ancient river trade still seems to whisper through the waters, lies a unique opportunity: not simply a house, but a small private "borgo" in the heart of Bomporto. It consists of two distinct buildings situated on a single, fascinating plot, offering a rare combination of immediate comfort and future potential. The beating heart of the property is the main residence, welcoming and already perfectly lived-in. Spread over two floors, it features five rooms that breathe the warmth of a cherished home. On the ground floor, the living room with its fireplace invites conviviality and opens onto a spacious shaded porch, complete with a barbecue area ideal for contemplating the property’s "green kingdom": a generous garden, brought to life by the swimming pool—a true oasis of peace. A large garage and a decidedly welcoming bathroom complete this level. Moving to the first floor, the kitchen boasts a private terrace with a staircase descending directly into the garden, making outdoor meals a pleasant habit. This floor also hosts a dining room, two warm, comfortable, and inviting bedrooms, and a second bathroom, completing a space that is already ready to be loved. However, it is in the second building that the property reveals its most versatile character and its potential as an investment. The ground floor is a hub of utility and possibility: it houses two spacious garages, two large cellars, and an independent mini-apartment complete with a bedroom, bathroom, and living area, perfect for guests or short-term rentals. Going up, the first floor presents itself as a "blank canvas" waiting to be shaped: six rooms, a large living room with kitchen space, and a storage room await completion and definition—or subdivision—according to one’s needs. They are ideal for creating a spacious second home for the family, an annex for guests, a professional studio, or rooms for a future B&B business. At the top, a bright attic with a bathroom offers further precious reclaimed space. Within the more than 2,500 square meters of land, space is found not only for the pool but also for a small tool shed and a separate little building of about 50 square meters located at the edge of the property—a secret corner where one can cultivate their own hobbies. A true treasure is the unbreakable bond with the territory surrounding the homes: the town with all its services close at hand, the countryside with its tranquility, and the river just a few steps away, all within an emotional continuity of history, nature, and quiet. This complex therefore represents a rarity: a place of ancient charm where comfort, unlimited space, and a legacy waiting to be shaped blend into an unrivaled offer.

I've never been a comfortable vacation type. But this time I needed something different in my life. A refuge. So, pushed by a Sicilian friend, I ended up here, a few kilometers from Piazza Armerina, immersed in the rugged and beautiful countryside of the Sicilian hinterland. The mansion had been described to me as “a dream of stone”, and when I walked through the iron gate, I realized it was no exaggeration. The house, ancient but completely renovated, seems to emerge from the earth itself. It is built with light stone from the Aidone mountains, handmade, alive under the sun. As soon as I arrived, I was welcomed by a tidy and fragrant garden, with olive trees, ripe figs and smooth stone paths. But the heart of the outdoor space is undoubtedly the square barbecue: modern, elegant, with one side entirely dedicated to cooking pizzas. On the first evening, I lit a fire, mixed with local flour and baked my first pizza, watching the hills turn golden. The villa opens with a bright ground floor: a modern kitchen, where light enters slices from the windows, blends with a functional living room furnished with a large modular sofa. That's where I spent my evenings, reading, music and silence. There is also a basic bathroom and a practical storage room, where I have placed my backpack and hiking shoes. On the first floor, two bedrooms overlook small wrought-iron balconies, from which you can enjoy a different view every morning: light fog, sharp sun, wind in the leaves, and then... silence. Here too, a modern and well-kept bathroom, with simple but elegant finishes. The attic was a real surprise: a single large open space, naturally divided into two areas by a play of different heights. I chose the highest part to create a small photography studio, while in the lowest area I spread a carpet, placed pillows, books and a floor lamp. Exposed wooden beams are the only reference to tradition in an environment with an essential and contemporary taste. The secluded location is what makes this place truly special. Piazza Armerina is just a few minutes away by bicycle. There I walked through baroque alleys, tasted freshly stuffed cannoli and visited the famous Villa Romana del Casale, with its breathtaking mosaics. But every time, I couldn't wait to return to these hot, silent stones. When the sun goes down, the walls turn orange, and everything seems suspended. This villa is a place where the ancient stays outside, carved in stone, while the modern welcomes you inside with style and simplicity. It is the perfect balance between history and present, between roots and freedom. A place that speaks to you, observes you, protects you. Here, between stone and fire, I found something I had lost: time.

The road is empty and the car meanders through the mountains and along the lake shore, overlooking the calm water, surrounded by fir trees and a few alpine villages scattered here and there. We are at the Casa d'Idro, in the municipality of Idro, on the western shore of the lake in a panoramic and sunny position. The oldest structure of the House dates back to the period between the end of the Middle Ages and the beginning of the Renaissance. We are talking about the 15th century and we immediately notice the conformation of the building, with the ground floor and its portico, the typical stables, a series of storerooms and cellars, while on the first floor, as was customary in the past, we find the living quarters, barns and other rooms that once served the function of extra storage rooms, but which today could be rooms, communal spaces or other, depending on how one wants to re-imagine the distribution of space. Crowning the ancient farmhouse is a fund, part of which is used for grazing, part for fodder production, with an orchard, wood and vegetable garden. In short, an ancient farmhouse worthy of a setting for a Boccaccio tale. In fact, the farmhouse features architectural elements and artefacts that constitute significant evidence of local history and art, which in this case are also recognised as being of immeasurable cultural and architectural value. It has been years, if not decades now, that the world has completely changed, and although one would like to tell a long story of ancient intrigues, love affairs, victories and defeats, a tale worthy of an epic novel, we are forced to return from our journey through time and note that, as is the case in many cases, modernity has brought about the cessation of farming and livestock breeding, leading to the loss of the land's peculiar vocation. But, as we all know, one door closes and another one opens. The current owners, who are engaged in other activities, have always, in keeping with family tradition, kept the building and grounds in good condition. In fact, they have carried out numerous maintenance works on the main building, also at a structural level, and have periodically mowed the grass, cut wood and cared for the fruit trees, keeping the entire property in good condition.à. In the light of all this, the possibilities for functional recovery are many, from a tourist-restaurant and restaurant vocation to socio-healthcare or senior housing, but also purely residential, all of which obviously implies the restoration of the main building with a redistribution of the internal spaces and a feasibility assessment of the construction of new facilities to increase the opportunities and services to be offered depending on the final destination. Here, along the magnificent Lake Idro, in an old house full of history and ready to welcome new and even more beautiful ones.

We walk through the districts of the Ispica countryside, where blades of grass lie prone to the constant blowing of the sea breeze, laden with swollen dewdrops in which the sun is reflected in the turquoise sky. The old farmhouse immediately evokes the idea of frugality, rusticity and the echo of a distant yet so incredibly familiar era. It is a marvel of absolute calm, in an infinite field, a reality in which one can laugh, joke, cry and love without anyone knowing. In other words, it is a place we could truly call our own. Today, however, the property is in a state of neglect, the garden is uncultivated and in need of replacement. But, equipped with the right vision, we immediately identify the main concept: do we salvage the two small houses that are there or do we demolish everything and salvage the volume? Either way, the imagination has a lot to feed on. A modern, contemporary villa in a minimalist style as well as a combination of tradition and modernity? A swimming pool or jacuzzi? Or a volleyball net hung between a palm and an oak tree? Or solar panels on a canopy to protect the car? A beautiful colonnade with climbing plants or an orchard, an olive grove, a citrus grove or... the ideas are endless, just like the potential of this rustic cottage nestled in its gigantic grounds that seem to be a fiefdom worthy of a medieval noble vassal. And so the proposal takes shape: a large plot of land of more than 12,000 square metres plus two buildings, the larger of which is partly used as a dwelling with a living area, two bedrooms, bathroom and storeroom, with a warehouse alongside, while the second building, of more modest dimensions, was certainly once used as an agricultural warehouse. Today we can think either of recovering the volume, or of renovating the existing buildings, changing or retaining, according to need, their function, for our first home, for holidays or as a property to be rented out to the delight of many tourists.

Your dream of a villa in an exclusive, sheltered and sunny place but at the same time reachable in five minutes from the center of Rovereto is finally achievable. On the Rovereto hill, near the famous Grotta Damiano Chiesa, a unique residence of its kind, in a plot of approximately 3,000 m2 of land nestled on natural hills exposed to the sun all year round. The recently built villa is built with top quality materials and is composed of a modern three-storey structure, of which the ground floor houses, in addition to the garage, a very large wellness area worthy of a 5-star hotel equipped with the best comforts including a bathtub hydromassage for 4 people, Turkish bath, sauna, emotional shower, gym and bar area. Also on the floor we find the boiler room, the laundry room, closets and the cellar dug into the rock, an ideal place to store your best wines. We now go up to the first floor, we are welcomed by a very large living room facing south-west, equipped with large panoramic balconies and the American kitchen with exit to the rear terrace of over 300 m2 equipped with open kitchen, barbecue and relaxation area, obviously without forget about the bathroom located near the entrance. From a beautiful and bold internal staircase in glass and steel, we go up to the upper floor, where under the exposed wooden roof we find 3 bedrooms, 1 double room with en-suite bathroom, a second double room and a twin room with their own bathroom. bath. Here too, two beautiful covered terraces allow you to gaze across the entire valley, from Monte Stivo to Bondone. The entire villa reflects the owner's desire to surround himself with pleasant and aesthetically particular things, without giving up the maximum usability of all the spaces and the technology to guarantee the pleasure of living. The garden, the true pride of this residence, is built on various terraces from which to enjoy various views of the valley, and on the main one a splendid swimming pool with breathtaking views. Vegetable garden, tool houses and shelters for farmyard animals complete the property, creating a true natural paradise that to define as one of a kind is almost an understatement. Rovereto is a sunny and quiet town on the left Adige, rich in tradition and history, enjoys an enviable central position and all family services. Have you ever thought about it? Verona, Bolzano, Trento all easily reachable by motorway at most in a as well as the sport and leisure of Lake Garda and the mountains of Folgaria and Brentonico. It could be your opportunity to live in a dream villa without giving up your lifestyle, your passions and your work.

Today we are going to Piazza Armerina, a municipality in central-eastern Sicily located in the Erei mountains at around 700 m above sea level. I must admit that I was unaware of the presence of this place and I thought it was a square in Enna and not a true natural and artistic masterpiece, known as "The city of Mosaics and the Norman Palio" or "The city of 100 churches". Our meeting is at the Duomo, the highest point in the city. From here a series of medieval streets unfold through which we wander in ecstasy, while to the right and left we are surrounded by Renaissance and Baroque buildings. A Vespa whizzing by a few steps away from us brings us back down to earth and understand that we are in the 21st century. Among these ancient buildings we identify the one where the property we are going to visit today is located, the result of a recent renovation where a large and modern apartment has been created on the first and second floors. Having crossed the threshold through an ancient and austere wooden door, an elegant staircase covered in Caltagirone marble and ceramics takes us to the first floor where the various rooms develop from the large atrium starting from the living room, the large living area with an American kitchen with a relaxation space and a splendid view where we can admire the famous Gagini balcony and finally a study room and bathroom in refined marble. The staircase that leads us to the sleeping area is another element that characterizes the entire house, marble and glass blend together in an extremely pleasant contrast between the classic and the modern. The second floor reflects the dimensions of the one below, but is different in layout and style the slope of the roof. Here we find the three rooms, one with a walk-in closet and the large bathroom finished in a more modern but no less beautiful way. What can I tell you, a few lines are not enough to describe in detail each environment and the characteristics of the materials and finishes, what we know is that if the center of Piazza Armerina is your destination your search will stop here.

Marina di Cecina, Tuscany, is famous for its sandy beaches, transparent sea and large countryside in the hinterland, rich in vines, olive groves and cypress trees - an area that abounds in both natural and human beauty, ancient, historical and even recent. Fertile ground for those looking for a place to stay, for those who love Tuscany, with its immense sunsets, friendly people and exquisite cuisine. A question. How many is 300 metres? It's a little less than a five-minute walk. And by bike? Maybe half a minute. All this for a simple thought: we are practically at the seaside. The proposal we want to talk to you about today is in fact a large flat only 300 metres from the beach. It is situated in a very quiet residential area and occupies the first floor of a small house. With 4 free sides it presents itself as a solution for those who want a first or second home for themselves, but also for those with business ideas. The entrance gate leads us to the private courtyard on the ground floor while the external staircase takes us up to the first floor. In its almost 115 square metres of floor space, in addition to three balconies, we find a large entrance hall, a dining room, a kitchen with pantry, a living room, two large double bedrooms, a large bathroom and a last room that could be a study, a third small room or simply a walk-in wardrobe. Large spaces and many rooms, which could be further improved and rationalised, perhaps by obtaining a third bedroom and a second bathroom useful both for personal use and in case one wanted to use the property to rent out, an idea not to be underestimated given the high demand and not only during the summer period. Internally it is in fair condition and can be lived in immediately, with central heating and a beautiful fireplace in the dining room, but with some modernisation and customisation work you can make it absolutely unique.

We are in the historic center of Scicli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where among medieval columns and porches stand the baroque domes of the cathedral. Among oleanders, olive trees and flowers, the scent of the bakery 50 meters away wakes us up in the morning. Here the specialty is the so-called "Testa di Turco", at least double the size of the average, which crumbles into a thousand crunchy and delicate layers of puffy pasta that hide a good dose of cream from the citrus aftertaste. This is the aura of the property below presented, which is spread over a portion of an ancient building and is configured as the ideal for the creation of a reality where, in addition to the scent of the bakery, you can breathe air of modernity, baroque and minimalism. You can think of a holiday home for yourself or for others, for guests or to make income, but also for a primary residence. Why not? Because at the end of the day the location, the main factor of each property, also here it has the upper hand but should not be neglected all the other features. It must be designed as a sort of terraced house, well restored, with parts where, for example, ancient bricks and an old building spring out of the stucco specially, other interesting details such as the medieval arch in the living area, all elements and fine architectural details. Sure, if on one side the house has all some particular elements, on the other there is a final touch to give it its own personality. As an idea, here you could think of how to use the contrast between ancient stone and stucco, installing light wood shelves, decorated with fatty or tropical plants, a beautiful monster for example, perhaps putting some light as can be seen in some modern chic rooms where outdoor bulbs are very popular, the aluminum element in black color, going to work then on the balance of the colors of the house. Let's imagine it in the center of Scicli, both as ours and as a B&B: a living area with a beautiful sofa, the kitchen with a small counter, and the bathroom / laundry room. On the first floor the bedroom, the second bathroom with shower and finally the mezzanine with the exposed roof to be used according to your style. Surely the potential is there, they are at an affordable price, and are located in the center of Scicli, where there is a splendid portion of the building which only your personal touch is missing.

We are in Trentino, specifically in beautiful Valsugana, where one cannot help but notice among the foliage of the trees two limpid bodies of water, the lakes of Caldonazzo and Levico. But let us dwell on Lake Caldonazzo a short distance from our apartment. We are in an optimal climatic zone that gives the waters of the lake ideal temperatures for bathing from May to the end of September; after all, it is one of the warmest lakes in Europe. In addition to this special feature, you should know that there are free beaches and equipped bathing establishments on its shores. In fact, the lake is ideal for practicing various sports such as sailing, canoeing, windsurfing, rowing, and water skiing. Those who enjoy fishing will also find a wide variety of fish such as trout, rudd, carp, sun perch and tench. Now, however, we head into the historic center of town, on one of Caldonazzo's main streets, where on the 1st floor of a quaint historic house is our recently renovated apartment. It is accessed by climbing a first flight of stairs, from a small terrace that receives the afternoon sun.We enter directly into the kitchen, where there is no lack of a chimney for the installation of a practical economical stove, great for cooking chestnuts in the fall and for natural heat. We continue into the modestly sized living room, which if desired can also become a second room for those who need extra sleeping accommodations. You will be kissed by the sun as you wake up in the morning. The master bedroom, like the living room boasts a beautiful east-facing window and the size is made more generous by a practical walk-in closet. Very nice and elegant bathroom with the large shower stall and window. Completes the property a large and windowed cellar on the ground floor, in which is also located the boiler for the independent heating of the apartment. Everything redone with good taste, attention to the quality of materials and without unpleasant condominium expenses. You just have to order the kitchen and move into this beautiful and cozy nest.

This villa represents a premier investment opportunity for those seeking a high-level hospitality project in Italy. Situated on the rolling hills overlooking Campobasso in the historic village of Oratino, the property is perfectly suited for transformation into an exclusive boutique hotel or luxury residence. The estate offers an authentic and sustainable experience for a discerning clientele, emphasizing quality of life over volume. The structure spans four levels including a finished basement, covering a total area of approximately 700 square meters (7,535 square feet). The architectural layout is designed for flexibility, allowing for the configuration of multiple private suites, communal social areas, wellness facilities, and administrative zones while maintaining the warmth of a private estate. Large windows provide panoramic views of the Matese Mountains, the city of Campobasso, and the surrounding medieval villages of Molise. This landscape serves as a significant draw for luxury travelers focused on tranquility and slow-paced living. The combination of high construction quality and premium finishes positions this project within the upper-tier market segment, offering discreet luxury. The private grounds extend over 10,228 square meters (2.53 acres). Features include a three-sided wrap-around porch, an in-ground swimming pool on the south side, and a professional landscape-designed garden ideal for private events, themed retreats, or outdoor dining. The estate offers total privacy while maintaining proximity to urban infrastructure and services. The property is suited for several operational models including a boutique guesthouse, a dedicated wellness or leadership retreat center, an intimate wedding and event venue, or a high-end personal residence with invitation-only hospitality. Molise is currently a high-growth region for experiential tourism, making this an ideal acquisition for international investors seeking sustainable, distinctive projects.

It is well known by now how much I love to travel and, above all, to observe. Work visits always turn out to be extraordinary opportunities to learn and experience fantastic moments. Today's stroll took me within the walls of Murlo, a small and pristine medieval village nestled in the heart of a wild and unspoiled territory. It captivates because it is far from mass tourism and evokes life from another era. However, what surprises most is the surrounding territory and, in particular, its inhabitants, who bear an extraordinary resemblance to Etruscan paintings. It's not just my observation; I discovered that it has recently been proven that the local population carries Etruscan DNA. This is because it was a fiefdom of the Bishops of Siena and remained isolated for centuries. All of this holds enormous charm for me, but the most incredible experience came during the visit to the property. A fantastic sensation enveloped me, as if my brain were an independent organ sketching out projects at a rapid pace, crumpling and throwing them aside, engrossed in another fantastic idea. I almost seemed to see all those balls of paper scattered disorderly on the terracotta floor. And my heart danced to the waltz of euphoria unleashed by adrenaline. Upon entering the atrium of the first palace, I immediately realized that the term B&B was an understatement, as the structure lends itself to various solutions. Visiting the first two floors already set up to accommodate guests in its 7 rooms with attached bathrooms sparked in me a desire to preserve all the beauty that already exists and perhaps enhance it with some modern furnishings here and there, highlighting the enchanting ancient terracotta floors and tiles, but toning down the colors and favoring white. Once downstairs, the alcoves won me over. Here, one can truly decide to do something in addition to the upper floors and thus dedicate oneself to breakfasts, lunches, events, but I believe that's limiting it; it's primarily a place to share. The niches suggest tastings, possibly of excellent Tuscan wines and olive oil, but one could also focus on products made perhaps with a personal brand, creating a small production. Considering the splendid and enormous fully equipped kitchen, one could think of exclusive pastry-making to delight the guests' palates. But I wouldn't rule out dedicating oneself to catering in the wonderful vaulted halls, with typical Tuscan cuisine products, organizing events, aperitifs, themed dinners both indoors and outdoors, in the splendid garden and by the poolside. Did I tell you that strolling within these walls has inspired me with lots of ideas and images of what could be done? Now, you too can take a walk, breathe this pure air, lose yourself in the idyllic landscape, and think that you could have not only a business but a whole new life for yourself and your family. But when you need your privacy and tranquility, you can always retreat to the annex where a beautiful three-bedroom apartment awaits you. Will you be able to enjoy your spaces and have everything under control? Are you still thinking about it?

It is in the morning that the spring sun peeps into our white living room, gently kissing the diagonal wall and creating a triangle of golden light. Riva del Garda is an enchanted place, a place of the senses, where chic blends with the antique, where mountains brush against the lake and dreams embrace reality. Here, those with a palate for style will find their oasis, between Trentino's Valle dei Laghi, Lombardy and the Veronese region, where the lake dances with the Alps and the snow caresses the olive trees. And it is precisely in this setting that an ineffable call emerges for a dwelling that becomes a sanctuary of the soul, a refuge where authenticity reigns supreme: the interiors of this flat, capable of whetting the appetite of the most refined senses, are a brilliant blend of Parisian style and contemporary aesthetics, enriched by French finishes that verge on the work of art. But talking about the constitution of the property, the dwelling offers four distinct spaces, three of which embrace the quietness of the bedrooms, while one opens up to the fervour of daily life, welcoming the living area to which, to enrich the comfort, are added two bathrooms that offer intimacy and practicality. However, the real jewel is the terrace, overlooking the small harbour and the fortress, an authentic treasure chest of beauty and serenity, which lends an inestimable value to this penthouse in the heart of the old village, amidst charming Habsburg palaces and medieval battlements. In an urban context where open spaces are rare, this precious extension offers a haven of rare beauty and peace to be enjoyed both during the day and at night in a romantic candlelit dinner. The finishes, as expected, are of a high standard, wooden floors dominate in all the rooms while the custom-designed furnishings fit perfectly into the various spaces. Also not to be missed are the parking space located in the basement and a generous wine cellar that thoughtfully houses the skis for the winter and the mountain bikes, ready to explore the majesty of the Valle dei Laghi and Alto Garda. Whether our main residence, a holiday retreat or an investment, this property presents itself as a golden opportunity in terms of economic return. With its three bedrooms in the heart of the town and an outdoor space, the prospects are promising. Should our desires change, it reassures us to know that we have invested in something of value, easily resaleable or leasable, in keeping with our heritage and financial goals. In a natural and historical paradise, this wonderful flat will become your living retreat with a unique view of Lake Garda.

After leaving the splendid Ligurian sea behind us, we venture through the bright green shades of the hinterland, until we reach the splendid natural setting of the Val di Vara where we find the municipality of Zignago. The ancient villages of the scattered municipality of Zignago, nestled on the profile of its mountains or collected in small and protected plains, tell us about its medieval history and preserve magnificent examples of rural architecture which has kept the balance of the natural landscape intact with the works of the 'man. This town has ancient roots that date back to the Copper Age, as demonstrated by an anthropomorphic stele statue found at the end of the 19th century. We are in the province of La Spezia in Liguria in a place that has remained almost uncontaminated, surrounded by low mountains that are just over a thousand meters high, an ideal place to spend time in total relaxation and follow various and evocative hiking itineraries that have as their main axis a stage of the Alta Via dei Monti Liguri. Our proposal today is an apartment which with its accessories occupies part of the first two floors in a small house with characteristic bright red shutters. The external staircase that insinuates itself between the building and the garden of approximately 400 m2, all terraced, leads us to the entrance of the apartment, through a characteristic covered terrace. The generously sized apartment is developed on one floor and is composed of a living area with an open kitchen in the central part of the house and facing south, with the two double bedrooms located respectively to the east and west. The main or master, as you prefer, has a private bathroom with large shower and boasts a beautiful balcony overlooking the valley from which you can admire the nearby green mountains. On the opposite side of the apartment there is the second bathroom, of large dimensions, with window and a large and welcoming bathtub, the second large double bedroom and the very practical closet. Internally everything is in perfect condition, the result of a recent renovation, the beautiful Palladian floors, the mirrored wooden doors and the double glazed wooden windows and doors stand out. In this natural context the highlight is certainly the garden, the walls create flat and perfectly exploitable terraces, which allow us to dedicate the spaces with various uses, a relaxation area with external hydromassage, the vegetable garden, the barbecue area or whatever we like it. We cannot forget the practical external shed behind the house, the large cellar and the spacious garage which can accommodate two cars in addition to the inevitable bikes. It's up to you whether it's a holiday apartment or a permanent home, but take the time for a visit to restore your soul and mind in this pleasant place.