Properties for sale in Italy

Villa Presti - Cefalu TWO-BEDROOM, SEA-VIEW HOUSE IN CEFALÙ'S GREEN HILLS Surrounded by woodland, at the top of one of the lower peaks of the Madonie Natural Park but just twelve minutes' drive from Cefalù, Chalet Presti offers a sensational blend of seclusion and convenience. With Cefalù one of Sicily's blue chip tourist markets, this is a very solid investment for an enticing price per square metre – the total covered area spans a huge 240m2. We see Chalet Presti as being ripe for a makeover with the addition of a pair of extra bedrooms, giving it a sleeping capacity of eight plus, and significant potential as a vacation rental if you don't plan to live there 365 days a year. VAST STORAGE SPACE FOR CARS OR AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY Built on two floors and a mezzanine, the house takes advantage of the hillside to offer beautiful views from every room. The ground floor is currently a huge garage, or storage space, but there is tons of potential to put this to a more efficient use. Outside is a terrace which overlooks the green hillside rolling down to a wide stretch of coastline which is visible throughout. BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS LIVING AREA On the upper floor is the main living area of the house. Here you will find a pair of bedrooms and twin bathrooms, as well as a spacious family kitchen. However, the majority of the space is taken up with a chalet-style, high-ceilinged open space living room, with a mezzanine gallery built on a slight overhang. This intelligent bit of design has created what is currently used as an additional living area and a dining space. Of course it could be changed in something more efficient, like 2 new bedrooms. OAKS, CORKS AND PINES Set in an ample wooded estate of 5500m2, Chalet Presti is a wonderful getaway in a prestigious district where many of the island's rich and famous spend their summers.

Casa Piave - Caltavuturo TWO BEDROOM RENOVATED HOUSE IN SICILY'S MADONIE PARK, IN BEAUTIFUL CONDITION Simply put, one of the nicest renovation jobs we've ever seen in Sicily, Casa Piave is an impeccable example of a restoration job which marries the historic character of this three storey house with every comfort and efficiency. It is sold as seen, fully-furnished and at a fabulous asking price. A LABOUR OF LOVE The current owner, Giuseppe, is a builder by trade and acquired this corner house when it was little more than a ruin. Over seven years he painstakingly turned it into a modern family home, with a balance of practicality and luxury. The jewel in the crown is the covered roof terrace, which not only offers a panoramic view above the rooftops of this lovely little town, but even comes with a fully-fitted outdoor kitchen! STYLE AND SUBSTANCE Inside, the house is divided into three storeys of 50m2 each. The ground floor is a large open-plan kitchen and dining room, divided by a perfect stone archway. This boasts a comfy sofa area around an open fire, and a kitchen equipped with a brick oven, gas cooker and efficient extractor fan. Elsewhere, a pair of bedrooms on the upper floors each has an adjoining bathroom, and the master even features a walk-in closet and balcony. From a jacuzzi bathtub to a 3kW solar panel on the roof, the little touches prove that no effort has been spared here. The house has everything you need to move in tomorrow, and not a cent would need to be spent beyond the purchase price. ON THE EDGE OF SICILY'S FINEST NATIONAL PARK The Madonie hills and mountains rise up from the sea of Sicily's north coast in a dramatic play of green pastures and thick woodland. It is a haven for lovers of nature and outdoor sports. With Palermo and Catania no more than 100 minutes away by car, and the island's attractions from Mount Etna in the east to the ancient Greek temples of Agrigento all within easy reach, This is a location to match the wonderful property.

Villa Rosanna - Bonagia BRAND NEW BEACH HOUSE FOR SALE IN SICILY WITH POOL AND SEA VIEWS Six hundred metres from the nearest beach and with views of the sea and surrounding mountains, Villa Rosanna is a brand new, semi-detached beach home in a quiet corner of western Sicily. The private swimming pool and palm tree-framed sun terrace will make the perfect backdrop to endless days of sunny family memories. THE MOST CONVENIENT WAY POSSIBLE TO BUY You won't find a simpler way to buy a second home or vacation rental in Sicily. The never-inhabited property is of course in completely mint condition, with no expense spared on construction, furnishings or fittings. Sold exactly as seen, you won't so much as need to make a trek to the local furniture store. MODERN FITTINGS AND ALL THE FURNITURE YOU NEED Villa Rosanna has three bedrooms, a living room-diner, kitchen and two bathrooms. The living area opens smoothly onto the garden, which wraps around the house on three sides. The kitchen is equipped with all the necessary amenities, including cooker and extractor fan, fridge-freezer and a dishwasher. Outside, a second kitchen features a sink and gas hob, meaning that you don't even need to step away from the conversation your guests are enjoying as you rustle them up a fabulous locally-sourced feast. COMFORTABLE AND PRACTICAL BEDROOMS Upstairs, the master bedroom is bright and sunny, opening onto a large balcony with views along a broad stretch of coastline. The guest bedroom comes with a comfortable double bed, and a third room is perfect for the younger guests, with bunk beds and a safely-enclosed little balcony to the rear of the property. There are plenty of fitted cupboards, wardrobes and bookshelves to make you feel well and truly at home in no time at all.

CASA LI BIANCHI - POLLINA PARTIALLY RESTORED THREE-BEDROOM HOUSE IN THE MADONIE SPACIOUS AND BURSTING WITH POTENTIAL On three storeys (though mostly on two), with balconies offering magic views of the Madonie Natural Park and as far as Mount Etna on the horizon, Casa Li Bianchi is a restoration project that would make a second home, popular guest house or the perfect spot from which to smartwork in dazzling surroundings. With room for three, perhaps four bedrooms and all the character of a Sicilian home, this house will make a perfect place to bring a large family for holidays, or even to start a new life in the sun. SEA VIEWS AND GREEN HILLSIDES Pollina is a delightful hilltop village with astonishing views, up into the hills of the park but notably out to the Mediterranean sea, which lies just a few kilometres to the north. A stone's throw from Cefalù, within easy reach of Palermo and with the Aeolian Islands in full view on a clear day, this little escape 400m above sea level has remained beautifully untouched by the throngs of mass tourism and retains an unmistakeable Sicilian charm. A JOB ALREADY HALF COMPLETE Renovating old property on the island can be fraught with challenges, but this is a superb opportunity for a first timer. The entire skeleton, save for one small internal room, has been recently rebuilt to a high, seismic-safe standard, with new walls, roof, floors, doors, and balconies. Even the pipes are still gleaming! Take advantage of the chance to do the fun part – the interior design, the finishing touches – and end up with the Sicilian hideaway you always dreamt of, with a fraction of the time and expense needed to take on the majority of the renovation projects the island has to offer.

Casa Salvo - Sciacca Characteristic country house surrounded by olive trees, citrus plants and fruit trees. The house is located in the municipality of Sciacca in the province of Agrigento. Sciacca is a coastal, tourist and spa town rich in monuments and churches. It is very famous for its historical carnival. The property is about 110 km from Palermo airport (plus/minus 1 hour driving time). In less than an hour you can reach the magnificent Trapani and in about 1.5 hours the famous beaches of San Vito lo Capo. The centre of Sciacca is just over 8 km away. At a distance of less than 5 km you will find shops, grocery shops, a butcher's shop and all important services. The property is situated on a plot of about 8,000 square metres. The land is full of olive trees (about 100), orange trees (about 50) and many fruit trees (plums, apricots, figs, bananas, mulberries, persimmons, pomegranates). Part of the property has been converted into a vegetable garden where the current owners grow all the seasonal vegetables. The property has 3 wells and is already equipped with an irrigation system to water all the plants. You have your own oil (annual production about 200/250 litres), your own fruit and vegetables. There are two buildings on the property, a house and a storehouse. The house consists of 4 rooms and a nice veranda. The building has a living room with open kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. The house has a double entrance. The first one is at the back of the house under a nice veranda that gives access to the large living room with open kitchen. On the left side of the living room is the entrance to the first bedroom. The second entrance is instead located at the front of the house, next to the driveway to the property, and provides access to a small hallway where the second bedroom is located on the right and the bathroom on the left. The rooms all have windows and are therefore very bright. The window frames are double glazed and fitted with mosquito nets. There is a nice terrace on the roof of the house, but at the moment there are no fixed stairs to reach it. The house is habitable and does not require any special works. However, at the moment the property is not connected to the electricity grid. The current owners supply electricity via a generator. Ideally, the property could be equipped with a photovoltaic system that would make it energy self-sufficient (in Italy, there are currently significant government subsidies for the installation of photovoltaic systems and energy storage). Alternatively, one could apply for a connection to the national electricity grid. The property does not have a heating system and there are no heat pumps installed. The house is equipped with a certified Imhoff tank. Water is supplied by the three wells on the property. A few dozen metres away from the house is the second building, which is used as a storage room. All the equipment necessary for cultivating the land is kept in it. The storage consists of two rooms. In one of the two rooms, a small tractor is currently parked, which is useful for cleaning the land. The tractor could be subject to negotiation, but is not included in the sale price of the property.

Villa Gioiosa Between sky and sea, nestled in the hills in the reserved area of S. Lucia di Gioiosa Marea, in a paradisiacal setting between woods, mountains and sea, the villa offers a priceless view, a typical example of the beauty of the northern coast of Sicily. The building is an optimal synthesis of the characteristics of the place where it is located: a rugged landscape by the sea with a breathtaking view. The property is less than 3 km from the centre of Gioiosa Marea, where all the main services and shops can be found, and of course miles of beaches and sea. The village is right in front of the Aeolian Islands, which are easy to see on sunny days. THE VILLA Leaving the motorway, you drive along a beautiful state road in the countryside, accompanied for long stretches by the view of the sea (driving this road in an Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider must be the dream of many...). After leaving the state road, you reach the property via a side road, which is in poor condition for a short stretch, but still easily passable. The villa is arranged on three levels and has two independent entrances. The main entrance is on the first floor. Access is via an external staircase that leads to a large "open hallway". Entering the house, one finds a large living area equipped with a thermal fireplace and a kitchen separated from the living room by a brick archway. Thanks to the large windows in the living room, the house is very light, airy and cool. From the perfectly renovated and furnished kitchen, one has access to a balcony that extends over the entire right side of the house. Access to the sleeping area is through a door that separates the two areas. A small hallway on the left leads to the first master bedroom, which is also in excellent condition, is very large and has access to the balcony. On the right side of the hallway is a second large room with a window overlooking the green forest at the back of the house. Finally, in the middle of the hallway is the finely tiled main bathroom with whirlpool bath. A door in the kitchen area leads to the second floor of the house. This is where the current owners have fitted the laundry room. The presence of a fully finished terrace of over 100 m2 with an impressive 360° view of the surrounding nature would suggest another use for this space. As if all this were not enough, a door in the hallway leads down to the minus 1 floor, where there is a real studio flat with its own entrance, consisting of a kitchen, bathroom with shower and sleeping area. Here, too, the condition is excellent, everything is perfectly furnished and equipped. If desired, it is possible to enter the studio from a large, uncovered terrace, which also offers an incomparable view. The house is built on a plot of 1100sqm, where there are cherry, fig, chestnut and olive trees as well as ornamental plants. If you want, you also have enough space for a small vegetable garden. At the moment, the owners have put a large outdoor pool on the left side of the house, which could also be replaced by a permanent pool. Below the house runs a bridge of the motorway, it is only a short distance, from the tunnel exit to the tunnel entrance. Outside you can hear it when the wind comes from the north. Not inside the house. Surely this is also the reason why the house is offered quite cheaply. SERVICES Heating system: gas boiler and thermo fireplace Water: Connection to the municipal waterworks. Water always available Hot water: boiler and thermo fireplace Sewerage: Connection to the municipal sewerage system Internet: Excellent network coverage, download speed over 100 mb per second. Windows: Double glazing and adjustable external shutters Air conditioning: rooms and studio with heat pump cold/hot CONCLUSIONS The villa is definitely an excellent investment for those lucky enough to buy it! Built in 2012, 10 years later the house seems to have just been built. Both inside and outside it is in excellent condition. Everything is perfectly maintained and furnished. Especially the interior is impeccably maintained and needs no renovation. The materials used are of excellent quality, the terracotta tiles are perfect, the bathrooms are very well equipped, the main kitchen and also that of the studio flat are made of wood, complete with all appliances and in perfect condition. Also very positive is the presence of double-glazed windows and adjustable external shutters which, together with the thermal cover and the thermal fireplace, make the house warm in the mild winter and very cool in the summer. The terrace on the second floor and the uncovered patio on the first floor are little used so far, but could be equipped with barbecues, sofas and verandas to enjoy the magnificent view in the company of friends and family. The house is being sold as you see it, fully furnished and ready to go. You don't have to deal with builders, architects, surveyors and furniture stores.... Everything is already prepared. Pack your bags, your new home in Sicily is already waiting for you.

Casa Marino - Gangi IN ITALY'S ORIGINAL “MOST BEAUTIFUL VILLAGE”: TWO BEDROOM RENOVATED PROPERTY FOR SALE IN THE MADONIE NATURAL PARK Where is Italy's most beautiful village? Opinions will vary as widely as traditional pasta recipes, but the community of Gangi in the Madonie hills of Sicily has a better claim than most. In 2014, a heritage association called I borghi piu belli d'Italia (“Italy's most beautiful villages”) held what became an annual competition to find the nation's most picturesque community – and Gangi ran out the inaugural winner. Casa Marino is a beautiful restoration project in the historic old town of this magical hillside settlement. With a centuries-old construction giving it the sturdiest possible skeleton and no expense spared on the painstaking revamp, it is a fabulous opportunity to own a heritage property for a reasonable price A UNIQUE SHAPE AND DESIGN The house is on the end of a pair of terraces, tapering towards a wedged end that makes it look more of a tower than a family home when approached from one side. However, the four long storeys in fact combine to offer a surprisingly large 137m2 of habitable space. The narrow end of the building is a stairwell, and the wider part follows the same floor plan for the first three floors: a corridor leading past a bathroom with a large shower to a living or bedroom at the property's broadest section. LOCAL CRAFTSMANSHIP The materials used in the recent renovation are top quality, with locally produced floor tiles, sparkling bathroom fittings and crisp plaster accentuating the sections of the original, nearly metre-thick, stone walls which have been left on display in large sections of the property. The roof has also been repaired and is now in excellent condition. Only the stairwell is in need of work at this stage, and there are certainly no issues which would stop you moving in as soon as you complete the purchase. A really unique property, you won't regret taking a longer look at Casa Marino.

Casa Pietro - Mistretta Casa Pietro is located in the municipality of Reitano in the province of Messina. It is a charming country house surrounded by greenery and with a beautiful view of the sea and the Aeolian Islands. The property can be reached along a state road in perfect condition that leads from the motorway exit of Santo Stefano di Camastra to the hills of Mistretta in just a few minutes. Driving along this road among the hills, one can enjoy a splendid view of the sea, the landscape is truly breathtaking. The property is located at an altitude of about 600 metres. It therefore enjoys a cool, breezy climate that is especially pleasant in the spring and summer months. The house is less than 3 km from the town of Mistretta and just over 5 km from the town of Reitano. Although immersed in greenery and tranquillity, the house is only a few minutes' drive from the main commercial activities where it will be possible to find groceries, shops, restaurants and bars. The sea can be reached in less than 15 minutes by car while the beautiful Palermo is just over 100km away. The international airport Falcone Borsellino can be reached in just over 1 hour. The House The property is totally fenced off. Once through the entrance gate you will find yourself in a rustic house made of typical stone with a beautiful patio from which you can enjoy a magnificent view. From here, continuing along a stone corridor adorned with beautiful flower beds with many ornamental plants, you will find yourself on a large veranda terrace equipped with an outdoor kitchen and oven. The house is nestled among the hills, the feeling is that of being engulfed by nature and peace. The land in front of the terrace measures approximately 1,000 square metres. On it you will find several fruit trees and ornamental plants as well as an enclosure for chickens. The house has its own well and a reserve water tank of 9,000 litres. The property consists of two floors. The living area is on the first floor while the sleeping area is on the floor below. The living area has 2 entrances. The first entrance is located near the veranda terrace and gives access to a small kitchenette. Continuing on, one enters the living area which has a fireplace and a second entrance leading to the patio. The first floor also has a bathroom with shower. On the patio there is a staircase leading down to the sleeping area. This has a separate entrance not connected to the first floor. Here one can find 2 bedrooms and a further bathroom. On this same level there are then two small storerooms used today one as storage for gardening tools and one as storage for suitcases or little-used objects. The property is inhabited and habitable. Nevertheless, in our opinion, a general freshening up of the house could considerably improve the aesthetic condition. The windows are partly aluminium without double glazing and partly wooden, also without double glazing. Potentially, the house is a little paradise. With some renovation work, one could have a rustic stone house at an affordable cost. The real attraction of this country house is definitely its location with its panoramic view of the hills, the crystal clear sea and the Aeolian Islands in the background. Enjoying the sunset on the veranda or organising an open-air dinner under the stars, admiring the spectacle of nature that surrounds you could be an experience hard to forget. Having all this always at one's disposal for many could be a real dream The house is served by: Electricity: Active Water: Well with 9,000 litre cistern Hot Water: Boiler Sewer: Black Well Internet: Good network coverage, download speed 40 mega

Villa Milli Valderice In beautiful Valderice, just a few kilometres from Trapani, we offer you Villa Milli, with a splendid view of the sea, a lovely garden and a comfortable swimming pool. The context Valderice is a small but pretty village on a small hill, just a few kilometres from Erice and Trapani. The position of the village at an altitude of about 300 metres allows a splendid view of the surrounding area. The village has all the main services, restaurants, bars, supermarkets, etc. Trapani airport is less than 30 minutes away by car and all the main beaches of the west coast of Sicily can be reached in about 30 minutes: Scopello, Marsala, Castellammare del Golfo, San Vito lo Capo. The nearest sea is at Trapani, which can be reached in a few minutes. The villa is located in an exclusive residential area consisting only of one- and two-storey villas. The villa The villa consists of two floors. It has a beautiful garden decorated with plants and flowers. Everything is very well maintained and in perfect condition. Directly behind the house is the swimming pool with its own bathroom, an outdoor shower and a kitchen with fireplaces and a barbecue to organise fantastic lunches and aperitifs. The property is fully fenced and offers maximum privacy thanks to the hedges and walls.Despite the proximity to the centre, peace and quiet are the most important things. You will only hear the chirping of the birds. When you enter the property through the gate, you will find yourself in a beautiful garden with lawn and ornamental olive trees. The garden is very well kept and in perfect condition. If you continue along the garden, you will come to a beautiful terrace where you can spend your afternoons or evenings, even in the winter months. From here, a staircase leads to the pool area, where you will find a shower, an outdoor kitchen, a bathroom and plenty of space for tables and loungers. The ideal place to spend the long Sicilian summer months in complete relaxation. The pool enjoys maximum privacy and absolute tranquillity. There is also a driveway gate that gives access to an open space where you can park your car. Perfectly situated among trees and plants, you enter the house through an entrance hall that leads to a hall with a fireplace on the right. On the left side of the hall is a corridor leading to a bathroom, a laundry room and a bedroom with bathroom. To the left of the entrance is the very large kitchen. Very characteristic is the orange colour of the resins and the large space where the dining table is. To the right of the entrance is the staircase leading to the first floor. Here there are two more large bedrooms, another bathroom with shower, hydro-massage bathtub and double washbasin, and a TV room that gives access to the terrace overlooking the pool and the sea. The villa was designed by a well-known local architect and although it was built almost 20 years ago, it has retained its charm and is still modern and, above all, perfectly maintained. Several design elements make this property stand out: The orange resins, the semi-spiral staircase, the floor-to-ceiling window on the first floor through which you can see down, the large bathroom with shower and Jacuzzi, the outdoor terrace and the swimming pool give the property a character all of its own. No work of any kind is required. The house is ready to be lived in. Some of the custom-made furniture is included in the sale price of the house, while a separate negotiation can be opened for the rest if you are interested. The house has an autonomous heating system. Thanks to the radiators and air conditioning throughout the house, it can be lived in all year round. Size 240 square meters Garden 480 square meters Swimming pool: 12 X 4,5 meters Services: Water: Connection to municipal aqueduct Water: connection to municipal aqueduct + 24,000 litre emergency cistern Hot water: Methane boiler Heating: Methane boiler (connected to municipal methane plant) AC in all rooms Mobile phone network: Excellent download speed 80 mega Wooden window frames without double glazing with external shutters Perimeter alarm 1 parking space 1 pateo (conservatory) Composition Villa: Ground floor: Living room with fireplace Kitchen with living room 1 bedroom with bathroom 1 bathroom 1 laundry room Garden with pool Kitchen with barbecue + outdoor shower Storage room 1 parking space First floor: TV room 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms 1 terrace

Palazzo Virga – A historic property with a private garden to renovate in Isnello Palazzo Virga, a charming, historic property nestled in the heart of Isnello, features a private garden and ample space for renovation, offering an opportunity to create your perfect home in the tranquil Sicilian countryside. A captivating blend of charm, rich heritage, and potential, this historic residence offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Italian architecture while crafting your own slice of paradise, or a savvy investment for the future. A Quiet Place to Sit back and Relax Palazzo Virga’s cosy study lined with bookshelves receives plenty of natural light as it opens onto a long balcony. The warm Sicilian sun bathes one side, while the other half is shaded with beautiful 18th century arches, making it the perfect place to sit down with a book or treat yourself to some al fresco dining. A Piece of History in the Heart of Sicily Palazzo Virga's prime location in sleepy Isnello places it within easy reach of the stunning natural beauty of Sicily's northern coast and the enchanting seaside town of Cefalù, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking tranquillity and adventure alike. The property's rich history adds to its allure, with stories of former owners Carmelo and Luigi Virga lending a sense of romance and intrigue to its storied past. Once used to produce olive oil, and then to house refugees and possibly even some of Garibaldi's soldiers, Palazzo Virga has borne witness to the triumphs and tribulations of Sicily's tumultuous history, imbuing it with a truly unparalleled sense of character and resilience that lives within its walls. Ample Space to Realise your Dream Home with a private garden The property boasts a 400 m2 floor plan, rising to 500 m2 when including the private rooftop garden, adorned with flourishing orange trees and grapevines, accessible directly from your bedroom for those lazy Spring Sunday mornings in nature. While Palazzo Virga may require renovation and restructuring to fulfil its potential, its spacious layout presents endless opportunities for customization and personalization, allowing you to create a truly bespoke living space tailored to your unique vision.

Plot Dispenza – Sea-view Buildable Land in Sicily's Madonie Natural Park, with Consent to Build Multiple Homes or a Holiday Village A beautiful stretch of sea-view land on the hillsides of northern Sicily, Plot Dispenza offers nearly two hectares of meadow and olive trees, bursting with potential. The plot is beautiful and the location scenic, but the real key asset here is the fact that it has been classed as Zone C 'buildable' land. In contrast to most land which becomes available to the international market, this allows for a far larger-scale development project. Ready to develop, with permission to build On 'Zone C' land it is permitted to build 0.1m3 of habitable structure for every m2 of ground space. In the case of Plot Dispenza that translates to 600m2 of housing or accommodation. This is enough to build a medium-sized holiday village or glamping resort for tourists, a residential complex suitable for timeshare or second homes, or simply four or five detached villas, depending on the scale of each. Of course, it would also be possible to build a single structure, a really vast luxury home. But from an investment standpoint the best returns are likely to come from dividing the land. Five kilometres from the beach, in the foothills of a stunning Natural Park The site is directly adjacent to the SP9 road which runs downhill from Collesano, on the lower slopes of the picturesque Madonie Natural Park, to Campofelice di Roccella on the Tyrrhenian Sea. With the iconic beach town of Cefalù less than half an hour to the east, and the international airport at Palermo just an hour to the west, the location is a perfect one. Collesano is an extremely popular destination with the international market, and even in this out-of-town district we have recently helped buyers from Austria, Germany and the USA buy villas and land in the immediate neighbourhood. It is a wonderful, open-minded community where the best of traditional Sicilian heritage blends seamlessly with new arrivals from all corners of the world. If you are ready to take on a challenge, Plot Dispenza is incredibly rich in potential. Don't miss the full listing on our site.

Villa Giò Casuzze (Ragusa Marina) Villa Giò is a splendid, perfectly renovated villa located a few metres from the sea in a residential context. The property is located in one of the most beautiful and peaceful areas of eastern Sicily, on the coast of Marina di Ragusa, precisely in the locality of Casuzze, (a hamlet of Santa Croce Camerina). The location allows one to reach the beach even on foot, being only 600 metres away from it. The area offers all the necessary services (restaurants, pizzerias, bars, supermarkets, pharmacies, etc.), but at the same time is less chaotic than nearby Marina di Ragusa. The province of Ragusa can be reached by plane by landing at Comiso (the nearest airport) or Catania (the most important airport). The coastline, with its shallow waters sloping towards the open sea and a wonderfully blue sea is particularly suitable for families with children. Marina di Ragusa is the beating heart of the summer nightlife on the Ragusa coast and is one of the busiest seaside resorts in the whole of Sicily. Those who want to relax in quiet and peaceful areas will find in the Randello Reserve the perfect place to be in contact with nature and enjoy an uncontaminated sea. Situated in the heart of the Val di Noto, with no less than 18 sites declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO in 2002, Ragusa is one of the most important places for the presence of testimonies of Baroque art, with its churches and eighteenth-century palaces set above all in the ancient part of the city, Ragusa Ibla. An area where history, art and tradition contribute to making the Hyblean area one of the most renowned and popular tourist destinations in Sicily today. A few kilometres from Ragusa are two other UNESCO heritage sites: MODICA, the city of a hundred churches but also of the flavoured chocolate that has been produced there for centuries according to an ancient recipe, and SCICLI, an enchanting, scenic and precious Baroque jewel. The PORTO TURISTICO MARINA DI RAGUSA is only 2 km away from the property, which can be easily covered on foot or by bicycle along an efficient cycle path that runs along the sea and offers a breathtaking view, especially at sunset; it is one of the best equipped and most efficient moorings in Sicily, in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea. THE VILLA The property was built in 1986 and entirely renovated in 2022. The renovation was aimed at energy efficiency, bringing the dwelling up to energy class A4, through the installation of a 6 kw photovoltaic system with 15 kw storage batteries, a hybrid boiler for heating by means of radiators installed in each room, a heat pump for the production of domestic hot water, and the replacement of windows and doors with thermal break windows. The property is also equipped with air conditioners for cooling/heating, an alarm system and surveillance cameras, a wall safe, an irrigation system for the entire garden, a container for the supply of LPG gas, and a well that guarantees a plentiful supply of water in addition to that provided by the municipality of Santa Croce Camerina. The villa is spread over two floors and enjoys ample equipped outdoor spaces and a large garage on the -1 floor. It has two entrances, one pedestrian and one vehicular, positioned on two different sides of the house. The driveway access leads via a ramp to the lower floor, where there is a very large garage that can accommodate up to four cars or a boat, as well as being a valuable shelter for storing all the outdoor furniture during the colder months when it is not in use. The pedestrian access to the property leads to a beautiful garden with lawn and ornamental and fruit trees (oranges, lemons, olives) and to a large portico where the two entrances to the house are located. The first gives access to the living room, the second to the kitchen. This makes it very convenient to be able to make use of the outdoor spaces to organise lunches and dinners during the long spring and summer months. Continuing along the veranda you reach another perfectly equipped area where you will find an oven, a barbecue, and a laundry room with bathroom and shower. Under the veranda are the two entrances to the house. The first gives access to the kitchen, the second to the living room. On the ground floor there are then two bedrooms, a storage room, a bathroom and a winter garden, cosy and very bright, which constitutes the added value to the house. The property is completed by a beautiful attic room, which is accessed via a spiral staircase located on the left side of the house. The height of the central part of the attic, where the bedroom and the dining area have been positioned, serenely allows it to be exploited to the full. The side part, on the other hand, where the kitchen and bathroom have been positioned, has a limited height. The attic is completed by two balconies located on the two extreme sides of the house. One of the two balconies has a sea view. Its incredible features make the property the most beautiful in the area and certainly one of a kind. An important detail to highlight is also the total regularity of every part of the property, which does not have any illegalities. The Energy Class A4 allows very low running costs of the property and a great appreciation in economic terms of the property. The villa is ready to be lived in. It does not need any work. Nothing is missing except for a swimming pool which can be quietly placed in the large lawn behind the house. 1 Kitchen 1 Living room 1 Winter garden 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom 1 Store room 1 Laundry room with shower 1 Porch with barbecue and oven 1 Garage 1 Attic room (kitchen, bathroom with limited ceiling height + living room bedroom with normal ceiling height) Services: Water: Well for irrigation + municipal waterworks Hot water: Hybrid boiler Electricity: 6 kw solar panels + 15 kw storage batteries Double glazing Air Conditioning in each room Alarm system with cameras + wall safe Irrigation system Mobile phone connection speed: 130 MB

Villa Vanessa - Mongerbino Villa Vanessa is a splendid, newly built villa situated on the coastal road that connects Aspra with the fishing village of Porticello. Along this road there are numerous villas that belong or have belonged to wealthy Palermitans. The location is perfect, just a few minutes' walk from the village of Aspra, where freshly caught fish is sold every morning. Numerous pubs, restaurants, bars and all major shopping facilities can be reached in a few minutes. The villa enjoys a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Palermo. The sea is visible from all rooms of the villa and seems to penetrate the house. An expanse of a thousand shades of blue that change depending on the time of day and weather conditions. The villa is about 15 km from the centre of Palermo and less than 50 km from Falcone Borsellino International Airport. Bagheria railway station is also less than 3 km away. The villa The villa stands on a plot of 3,300 metres, most of which is wooded with pine and oak trees. The plot is sloping and extends over the front and rear of the house. The villa was recently completed and consists of 2 floors. The main entrance of the villa is on the right side of the house. The entrance of the villa opens onto a small corridor with a first bedroom on the left, a bathroom on the right and, further along the corridor, a kitchen-diner. At the end of the corridor is the large living room with a fireplace. The room has large windows and double doors that look out onto the large veranda with sea views. Here you can spend the spring and summer months and enjoy the large outdoor area that the villa has. On the left side of the villa there is an outdoor kitchen with barbecue. Everything is new, the window frames with double glazing, thermal insulation and shutters, the doors, the terracotta floors throughout the house and the beautiful fireplace in the corner of the living room. The view from all the windows is breathtaking, the sea can be seen from almost every point of the house. A staircase leads to the second floor where there is a large hallway with windows. Here there is a second door leading to the villa (this door gives the possibility to create two different flats with independent entrances). A corridor then leads to the 3 bedrooms, all of which have access to the terrace and offer sensational sea views. At the end of the corridor is the bathroom on the first floor. The property is located in one of the most beautiful streets in the province of Palermo. Everything has been built to high quality standards and in full compliance with the building regulations in the area. A swimming pool has not yet been installed, but there is enough space for it.

Nobles Anwesen - Aci Reale This 1000 m2 estate in the absolute centre of Aci Reale was bought 20 years ago by a wealthy German and completely restored over eight years of painstaking and elaborate work. The buildings are built around a very beautiful inner courtyard, which also houses a swimming pool, which is currently covered by a wooden platform and a conservatory. The entire property has 30 rooms and 15 bathrooms alone. Everything is more than luxurious, from the bathrooms to the ornate ceilings and marble floors. The origins of this building go back to a Spanish Baroque family who had their headquarters here. Over the years, the property fell into disrepair and was only rediscovered and fully restored by the current owner. There really isn't a corner of this property that isn't in perfect condition. Of course, there is central gas heating and a system for cooling and monitoring. It is not easy to describe this property here. Every room is decorated differently, the owner's love for this property is evident everywhere. You simply have to visit this house yourself and wander through the rooms. There are several kitchens and also five separate flats that can be rented out individually and are not furnished but have been completely renovated. The main house, where the owner lives all year round, has a billiard room, for example, and its own bar, which almost looks like a small pub and is equipped with everything that goes with it. The dining room has room for 20 people, the owner's bedroom is more than luxurious, there is a huge dressing room with an infinite number of cupboards, a huge private bathroom, etc. The property also has several terraces on different levels, which also offer a view over the whole city to the sea. As Catania is easy to reach by plane from many cities, I recommend that anyone interested book a flight and let us and the owner show them round the house. Determining the purchase price is of course difficult, as on the one hand there is the almost lavish interior including all the furniture, for which the owner claims to have spent around € 10 million including the purchase price and renovation work. On the other hand, there is of course a real price per square metre in the centre of Aci Reale, which does not provide for such purchase prices. Nevertheless, the vendor would like to achieve a real price for this property that does not correspond to what he has spent so far, but nevertheless does justice to the value of the property, the renovation work and the furnishings.

Casetta Basile - San Salvatore di Fitalia BEAUTIFUL AND SPACIOUS THREE-BEDROOM FAMILY HOME IN THE NEBRODI, WITH PANORAMIC MOUNTAIN VIEWS, GARDEN AND EXTERNAL ANNEXE On the outskirts of a beautiful and welcoming little town in the magnificent nebrodi natural park, casetta basile is an amazing value for money proposition, offering plenty of space for the entire family, and a fabulous mix of isolation and warm company. IMMERSED IN NATURE From the balcony, where you can drink in an uninterrupted view of the surrounding leafy hills and rocky mountains, you are in the very midst of nature, sicily's largest natural park with the sweet smells of the vineyards and hazel trees drifting up to reach you on the warm summer breeze. As the sun sets in a dazzling display of colours at the end of another sultry sicilian afternoon, you will find yourself lost in the beauty of nature. When it rises again in the morning, the sandy beaches of the warm tyrrhenian sea are only ten kilometres away to the north. A TRADITIONAL SICILIAN COMMUNITY WITH AN AMAZING WELCOME GIFT The town of san salvatore di fitalia is an idyllic example of timeless sicilian culture, but the current administration are actively trying to encourage new arrivals from all over the continent and indeed beyond. They are offering an incredible €5,000 to spend on restoration work to anyone who buys property here and transfers their residence to the municipality. That means you could be getting a 10% discount on your investment, with the only stipulation being that the work is done by a properly licences and regulated tradesperson. You can't lose! THREE BEDROOMS, AN ANNEXE AND SPACE INDOORS AND OUT The main building of casetta basile is a large one, on two floors with around 100m2 of internal space. In the present configuration there are two dining rooms, plus an open living room with a kitchen on one side and another dining table. It would be very easy to use the largest of these three eating spaces as an extra bedroom, taking advantage of its superb first floor view, ample floor space and en-suite bathroom. In addition to this there is also a garage at the side of the property, and a little annexe over the road which comprises a pair of storerooms, a kitchen with an incredible woor-burning overn for pizzas or barbecue, and a bathroom with a tub and a spectacular view.

Villa Renata - Pachino This newly renovated villa is located in the municipality of Pachino and is ready to move into. Surroundings It is located in Contrada Chiappa (province of Syracuse), about 30 km from the beautiful Noto, 60 km from the centre of Syracuse and about 75 minutes from Catania airport. The property is less than 7 km from the centre of Pachino, where the main shops are located. The nearest towns are Ispica and Rosolini, where there is a large DIY store and a Lidl supermarket. Pachino also includes the almost fashionable Marzamemi, once a large tonnara, where today there are numerous restaurants and a promenade that is free of traffic in summer. The property can be reached via the asphalted Viale Stella Maris and the last approx. 150 metres via a paved dirt road (private road / dead end) and offers a magnificent view of the sea on one side and the well-tended and lush Sicilian countryside on the other. The area in which the property is located consists mainly of agricultural land and some streets with villas and detached houses (summer residences of the Sicilians). No plot is too close, the privacy is maximum and the tranquillity absolute. The proximity to the sea (approx. 400 metres as the crow flies) and to the ‘Pantani Longarini’ nature reserve as well as the surrounding countryside make the location extremely pleasant. The property has an access gate to the plot (not automatic) and is fully fenced. On the right side of the property there is a gate that gives access to a plot of land of approx. 1,400 metres with attractive ornamental plants. This plot is for sale and there may be an opportunity to purchase it. The property The property is in excellent condition, the construction dates from the late 90's and is structurally regular (apart from the external porch that connects the property to the external kitchen. This is absolutely not a problem). The current owners have renovated the interior and installed a new kitchen in the last two years. Only the bathroom could still be renovated. In addition, the large terrace has been renovated with beautiful wall panels and the large garden areas have been ‘weeded’ and covered with protective film and mulch. A new lemon tree was also planted. For this reason, the exterior facades are now well preserved and maintained so that they do not require any intervention, and the interiors have also been perfectly restored. The property shows no signs of moisture penetration anywhere and the structural strength is also excellent. The 360-degree views that the property enjoys over the surrounding countryside are very beautiful. From the terrace on the first floor, you can enjoy a marvellous view of the sea and the Pantani Longarini, a lush nature reserve where wildlife and vegetation provide the rural context. The property is surrounded by the Sicilian countryside and does not border any other building plots. There is only one other villa in the same street, but about 150 metres away. Nevertheless, security is maximised, the area is super quiet and completely residential. Not far from the property, on the tarmac road, there are many plots, mostly small villas with private gardens. The house The property is on one level, about 20 metres above sea level. On the first floor, which is accessed via an external staircase, there is a terrace and a very useful attic used as a storage room. There are two formal entrance areas, one facing west and one facing north. The house can also be entered via the covered outdoor area. The south-facing terrace can also be accessed from the living room. The northern entrance leads to a small corridor that leads to two bedrooms and another corridor that leads to the bathroom, the third bedroom and the living area. The main area consists of a large living room with an open-plan kitchen. There is a fully functional fireplace which can be used to heat the house in the winter months. In the hallway there is still a stove pipe where a pellet stove used to be. There are also 3 large double bedrooms and a bathroom. The house is in excellent condition, fully furnished and already equipped with the most important appliances (washing machine, dishwasher, cooker, fridge). The bedrooms are in perfect condition, well painted and without humidity problems. There are two air conditioning units in the house, one in the living room and one in the master bedroom. The second bedroom has a ceiling fan. The windows and doors are double glazed. The electrical system is up to standard, as is the water system. External spaces The external spaces adjoining the property are cemented at the front where the entrance gate is located. As soon as you enter the fully fenced plot, there is a large parking area where you can easily park up to three cars. To the two sides and rear, the outside areas are paved with non-slip ceramic tiles of excellent workmanship and in excellent condition. At the rear of the property there is a canopy that connects the property with a very generously equipped outdoor kitchen. Adjacent to the outdoor kitchen is a comfortable bathroom with shower and washbasin. This covered area is furnished with tables and seating where you can dine al fresco in comfort. To the left is a staircase that provides access to the terrace and the loft. Finally, on the right side of the property, a gate gives access to a beautiful block in a garden area of approximately 1,400 square metres. Services provided The property is serviced by: Electricity: electricity is currently switched on. Internet: available with modem and mobile SIM card Mobile connection: 4G/5G mobile network coverage excellent; 150 megabyte/sec mobile download speed Water: cistern with a capacity of 10,000 litres Two new air conditioning systems (cool and warm) were installed in summer 2022 and a new water pump in summer 2023 Sewerage system: Imhoff pit In autumn 2023, three surveillance cameras were installed, which can be remotely controlled via a SIM card (router) on a mobile phone. There is also a security system in the house with two motion detectors (subscription with security company in the region). Conclusion My personal conclusion is that the property is valuable and attractive. The context in which the property is located is undeniably beautiful. The house has been maintained and repaired in the past two years, is therefore in very good condition and can be lived in immediately. If you are not planning to move to Italy permanently, you can continue to rent the flat while you are away. We are talking about one of the most beautiful areas of Sicily, where the crystal clear sea and the golden sandy beaches attract tourists from all over the world. Pachino is close to all the major cities of art and culture in the south-east of Sicily. Noto, Avola, Porto Palo del Capo Passero, Siracusa, Modica, Ragusa, Pozzallo and Scicli are all less than an hour's drive away. The property has remarkable strengths such as: Excellent condition of the roads connecting the property to the main centres of the area Building in excellent condition, habitable without any intervention The outdoor area can be equipped as desired Wonderful views of the countryside and the sea Beach less than 500 metres away Privacy and tranquillity Most of the furnishings can be taken over.