Properties for sale in Italy

Casa Antonella - Balestrate With a fabulously convenient location and a recent renovation, Casa Antonella is a perfect pick for a buyer who wants a medium-sized holiday home they can use or rent out with complete convenience. A PERFECT POSITION FOR FLYING VISITS The little villa lies thirty kilometres west of Palermo, with the city's busy airport only half an hour away by car. In the other direction is the great West Sicilian city of Trapani, with the ferry port that connects you to the sensational Egadi Islands and a growing international airport of its own. As well as being able to come and go with ease, then, you'll also be right around the corner from some of Sicily's most beautiful and intriguing landmarks. Besides those two cities you can also reach Marsala, Castelvetrano and Medieval Erice in under an hour, and the idyllic beaches of the Zingaro nature reserve are just across the bay. Not that you even need to travel that far to find a beautiful bathing spot – the closest sandy beach is only a kilometre from your front door. RENOVATED AND READY TO USE The home has recently been re-done, both indoors and out. Only the front door and windows are somewhat in need of an upgrade. Everything else is smart and modern, especially the replastered fascias and newly-installed kitchen. As well as this kitchen you'll find a pair of double bedrooms with southern aspect, a bright living room that overlooks the garden, a spacious bathroom with a tub and two ample storerooms. Outdoors the gardens have some nice medium-sized trees including olives and an orange, and an outdoor shower. There is off-street parking for a couple of vehicles. CREATE THE PERFECT ROOF TERRACE If you can find the capital, we think Casa Antonella has the potential for one final adjustment that would create a fabulous family space and send its rental or resale value through the roof (pun somewhat intended). The current terrace is a narrow strip that hugs the line of the supporting walls on two sides. It gives you a sea view to the north and you could put a narrow table up here or use it for drying clothes, but it's not nearly maximising the potential of the roof. If you can find the funds to flatten the sloping surface and create a walkable terrace that covers the whole area of the villa, you would really be unlocking the potential of the property. This huge elevated expanse would give you a great panorama of the Gulf of Castellammare, and all the space you needed to relax, eat outdoors and soak up the sun. You could even put a little outdoor kitchen up here and it would be unbeatable. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Appartamento Peter - Casteldaccia Offering a magnificent view of the Gulf of Termini Imerese from its seventh-floor terrace, Appartamento Peter is a three-bedroom family apartment just 400m from Sicily's north coast. 100M2 OF INDOOR SPACE, PLUS BALCONY AND 20M2 TERRACE The roomy home is split into seven rooms on either side of a central corridor, but there are relatively few architectural limitations on opening up some of the space into larger and more versatile living areas if you'd like to make things a bit more open and fluid. Two bathrooms (one with a shower and the other with a tub) are just right for the three bedrooms, and as things stand you'll get a separate kitchen, dining room and living room as well as a utility room. The balcony on the south side is wide and sunny. It's well-finished in terracotta tile and a smart railing, and is home to the gas boiler that powers the (rare, for Sicily) central heating system. The terrace to the north is on another level, however. With a peerless sea view its 20m2 of space are more than enough for outdoor cooking and dining. It will certainly be a focal point of your home life all year round. ONLY NEEDS REDECORATION AND COSMETIC TOUCH-UPS The apartment is in need of a paint job and some minor tweaks, as detailed in our full listing (see below). It is, however, in very fair shape overall, with no humidity issues or cracks to be found indoors. Some weathering on the concrete pillars outside will be the responsibility of the residents' association. The electrical and plumbing systems work well and aren't in need of any immediate investment, and the kitchen has been built to last in the characteristic Sicilian style. PERFECT LOCATION FOR CITY AND SEA Casteldaccia is home to about 10,000 people, but is fantastically positioned to give you the best of everything Sicily has to offer. The nearest beach is only a kilometre away, and you'll find warm, clear water with a gentle entry and calm seas thanks to sea defences. The town, a short walk to the south, has all of the shops and services you'll need for day-to-day life. A train station just five minutes away will bring you to central Palermo in twenty minutes and to Cefalù in only a little over half an hour. If you prefer to drive, the E90 motorway is on your doorstep and you can reach almost any of the island's major landmarks in a couple of hours by car. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Case Anna - Rodi Milici In the idyllic hilltop town of Rodì Milica, 45 minutes from Messina and 4km from the north coast, Case Anna is a pair of private apartments in a residence of five homes. Both have shared access to the little community's private swimming pool. Both have been well maintained. They are sold fully furnished and ready for immediate use, just as seen in our virtual tour and photography. TWO-BEDROOM APARTMENT WITH ANTIQUE CHARM The first apartment is full of character, evident in its dark wooden ceilings and the exposed stonework on its walls. You'll find a living room with a kitchen on the ground floor, and upstairs are a pair of bedrooms and a really nice bathroom with a shower. The main entrance is from the courtyard at the centre of the residence, but the guest bedroom has a back door onto the alleyway which runs behind the complex. The master bedroom has a fabulous view of the roofs of Rodì and the green hills that encircle it. ONE-BEDROOM HOME WITH ROOF TERRACE The second apartment measures 68m2, with a single open-plan living space upstairs and a bedroom with an en-suite downstairs, It has a pair of terraces – one on the roof which is built over the bathroom, and another in wood which is lower town, overlooking the swimming pool. The former gives you a little bit of sea view in the distance. The living room is a bright and cheery space, with a sturdily built and colourful kitchen including an oven, fridge freezer and washing machine. The bedroom is partially underground, cosy and warm even in the short Sicilian winters. PEACE AND QUIET IN THIS FRIENDLY RURAL SETTING Everything you'd imagine a small Sicilian village to be, Rodì Milici is rustic and ravishing. There are enough visitors in the season that some of the apartments in the residence do a good trade as rental homes, but nothing here feels like it's for the benefit of visitors. You can live on local produce and sleep and wake to the rhythms of nature. The lovely Tonnarella beach, barely ten minutes away, gives you clear waters and stunning sunsets, and the green slopes of Mount Etna and the Nebrodi Natural Park are both just around the corner. Nearby Milazzo is the gateway to the volcanic Aeolian Islands, and chic Taormina is only 30km to the south. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Villa Due Mari - Mondello An absolute jewel of a family home, the stately Villa Due Mari is just 300m from the beach of trendy Mondello. An incredibly rare opportunity to buy into the great Sicilian summer experience, it dazzles with immaculate renovation work and perfect presentation. FIVE BEDROOMS AND THREE BATHROOMS The villa is spread across three floors, with a living room-diner and kitchen on the ground floor, four bedrooms on the first and a self-contained flat on the second. In total there is a huge 240m2 of indoor space, including a wide marble staircase that wraps around an fully functioning elevator. Two kitchens, one in the flat under the eaves, give you the flexibility to entertain in different configurations or perhaps to retain a live-in housekeeper or property guardian. Everything is in pristine condition, and the home is sold fully furnished, inclusive of all contents shown in our virtual tour and photography. A GREEN LAWN AND AN IRRESISTIBLE SWIMMING POOL The 400m gardens are fully enclosed and offer numerous possibilities for family time or entertaining. On the street-side of the west-facing property you will find a small front garden and off-street parking for one car. A flight of steps leads up to a long, open front porch. To the rear is a beautiful deep portico offering 55m2 of covered outdoor space. If we were buying the villa we'd consider enclosing it with glass to hold a winter garden and give us extra living space all year round, but it's stylishly designed and refreshingly cool just as it is. Beyond this, the well-kept lawn leads to the 7x3m swimming pool, an invaluable addition to a home in such a popular location. Beauty and Style, at Home and Around the Corner Mondello is officially a district of Palermo, but has its own distinct identity and is separated from the main city by the towering rocky outcrop of Monte Pellegrino. It is an exquisite natural bay, with a deep white sandy beach and picture-postcard turquoise sea. The gentle entry to the water and shelter offered by the bay makes it an unbeatable spot to bring young children or less confident swimmers. It has been the go-to summer escape for citizens of Palermo since the town's elite started to build villas here at the turn of the twentieth century. The immediately recognisable Liberty architecture, an offshoot of the Art Nouveau movement, was once the prevalent style throughout Palermo, but widespread rebuilding work in the 1960s saw much of it sadly lost. Villa Due Mari is a beautiful example of the style - a time capsule and a piece of the region's cultural heritage. Even better, it stands on the famous via Margherita di Savoia, a central avenue which is noted for its collection of well-preserved Liberty homes. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Casa Maria - Porticello On the outskirts of the picturesque fishing town of Porticello, ten kilometres east of Palermo, Casa Maria is a family home on the lower floor of a two-property villa. It's star appeal comes from the 200m2 roof terrace, of which it has exclusive use. 135M2 OF BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED INDOOR SPACE Casa Maria is divided into a 30m2 reception room, two bedrooms, a spacious kitchen-diner, a more formal dining room and two bathrooms. One of these is for family use, the other is en-suite to the master bathroom, and both have showers. The kitchen is a lovely big room, with all the floor space necessary to fit a dining table and chairs, and a walk-in larder. The bedrooms are also very comfortably sized, 16m2 and 19m2 respectively The apartment is in great condition, good as new with no investment needed. Decoration is simple but uniform, with marble floors and wooden doors and trim throughout. The matching fixtures in the primary kitchen and bathrooms are included in the asking price. With would think about using the dining room as a third bedroom, or perhaps a comfortable lounge with a sofa bed to give you extra flexibility. HUGE OPEN ROOF TERRACE WITH A PARTIAL SEA VIEW The main attraction is on the roof, accessed by a communal staircase but not shared with anyone else. Up here you'll find all the sunshine and fresh air you could ever need, and a wooden pergola offers shade over what is currently an outdoor kitchen. The units won't remain in place, but the wooden structure is fully certified and built to last. Connections for water, gas, electricity, drainage and even a dishwasher mean that you could very easily enclose this a bit more and give yourself a beautiful south-facing family room with cooking facilities and even a bathroom. The view from the south-eastern corner is particularly good, with the waters of the Gulf of Castellammare visible 500m away in the middle distance. WONDERFUL LOCATION FOR BEACH, COUNTRYSIDE AND CITY If you like the idea of living in small town Sicily but don't want to give up on all the opportunities and infrastructure that a big city has to offer, Porticello is a marvellous spot. The state road that runs close by the property will take you into the outskirts of Palermo in twenty minutes, and you'll find a huge shopping centre, medical facilities and all kinds of larger stores. If you're heading into the centre you can save yourself the stress of hunting for a parking space by taking the train from Santa Flavia station, only five minutes from your front door on foot. This can also take you to the eastern Sicilian city of Messina, the stunning beach of Cefalù or the airport on the other side of Palermo. On days when you want to take it easy, the nearest beach is only ten minutes away. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Villa Nicola - Castelvetrano - Selinunte With a unique view that takes in the Mediterranean Sea and the 2,500 year old temples of Selinunte, Casa Nicola is a beautifully located villa in some lush green gardens. A SUPERB LOCATION WITH A UNIQUE VIEW Three kilometres inland of the south coast of Trapani province, Casa Nicola is fifteen minutes from the city of Castelvetrano and just five minutes from the beach district of Marina di Selinunte. Its position close to the main road into town makes it unbeatably convenient in many ways, with the cities of Mazara del Vallo, Sciacca, Marsala, Trapani and Agrigento as well as two international airports all found within a one hour radius. You could even walk to the region's most important landmark, the Archaeological Park of Selinunte, whose Greek temples are visible in the middle distance from the property's huge flat roof terrace. Once one of the most important trading posts in the Mediterranean, the city's site is now the continent's largest archaeological park. As an added bonus, the nature reserve of the Foce Belice begins only four kilometres away to the south-east. This natural paradise is dominated by a huge sandy beach, deep and peaceful, cut off from the rest of the world by reed-filled dunes. It's a stunning place to spend a sunny afternoon with the family. BIG ENOUGH FOR MAGICAL FAMILY SUMMERS OR PEACEFUL YEAR-ROUND LIVING The villa is a single-storey home with two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen and two bathrooms. There is an additional box room which would make a nice south-facing office, or at a push accommodate a single bed to raise the sleeping capacity slightly. The living room is a real highlight, offering over 30m2 of space with large windows onto the easterly veranda. This can be reached from the roomy kitchen, making it an ideal spot for al fresco dining. The property is completed by a garage and a little external storeroom and leafy green gardens to the front and rear. A RENOVATION PROJECT TAHT'S RICH IN POTENTIAL The home has been unoccupied for many years, and everything will have to be fully renovated. You'll need to replace the electrics and plumbing, re-plaster, redecorate and even the gardens are in need of plenty of work. The wooden beams that should support the coverings of the twin verandas are missing and if you plan to live here full time a well will need to be drilled to generate a water supply. This will take careful planning and a significant budget, but is uniquely positioned to support you through this journey, if you would like. Our project management team has overseen many renovations of exactly this nature. From gathering designs and quotes to putting together a trustworthy team and eventually overseeing the reconstruction itself, we can take all the stress off your shoulders, giving you precise translations and realistic deadlines. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Appartamento Giusi - Termini Imerese In the friendly market town of Termini Imerese, just half an hour from Cefalù and Palermo, Appartamento Giusi is a cosy little studio on the second floor of a corner terrace townhouse with a lovely sea-view balcony. A COMPLETE RENOVATION AND FULL FURNISHING The apartment is being fully renovated, and will be delivered with all of the work finished. You can expect a floor in Portuguese marble and windows in original wood with double glazing. The fitted kitchen will include an oven, induction hob and fridge freezer decorated with a backsplash in local majolica tiling. Everything is well lit thanks to the French windows that lead you out onto that lovely sea-view balcony. The bedroom area will have a 140cm bed and a high quality mattress to guarantee you a comfortable night's sleep. The bathroom will include a box shower as well as a washing machine, plus the usual suite of ceramics. A small washroom will link this to the main body of the apartment, and from here you will also be able to access a storeroom at the far end of the building, under a flight of stairs. OFFERED FOR SALE SUBJECT TO PRE-CONTRACT The vendor is seeking a buyer who is prepared to make a deposit in order to finish the renovation work. The great advantage of this is that while you will still receive an apartment that is in pristine condition, you will avoid all of the hard work and frustrations that can come with renovating your own property. This is especially advantageous if you're buying in Sicily for the first time - we love our island but the pace at which things get done can take a bit of getting used to! So we see the pre-sale agreement as a really big point in favour of Appartamento Giusi. A PRACTICAL LOCATION MOMENTS FROM THE SEA Termini is a very traditional Sicilian town and although it has an abundance of history, it is in no way spoilt by tourism. The nearby ruins of the ancient spa town of Imera are a short drive away, and the castle and medieval village of Caccamo can be reached in 20 minutes. Beach lovers will be amazed by how easy it is to reach Cefalù by road or rail, with the Termini Imerese station only ten minutes walk from Appartamento Giusi. This can also bring you right into the heart of Sicily's intoxicating cultural and commercial capital, Palermo. With the sun-drenched sands of the Tyrrhenian coast on one side of you and the green hills of the Madonie Natural Park on the other, this is a stellar spot to give yourself a base in Sicily at such a tempting price. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Casa Brigitte - Palma di Montechiaro Just 800m from the coast and with convenient access to some of Sicily's finest beaches, Casa Brigitte is a welcoming family home that's perfect for unforgettable long summers with the kids or grandchildren. THREE-BEDROOM VILLA WITH VARIED OUTDOOR SPACES Built on two floors connected by an external staircase, this roomy home would work for a family of any age. The three bedrooms are all big enough for either double or twin beds, and two of them in particular are really standout spaces. There is a bathroom with a walk-in shower. The larger bedrooms each have an air conditioning unit that can heat as well as cool the spaces. In addition, they both have French windows, opening onto a balcony and a covered veranda, respectively. Both of these face South and you can see the sea in the middle-distance. Downstairs, a kitchen-diner with a modern suite of cupboard, worktop and fixtures, leads to another bathroom, also with a shower. The door here opens onto a covered terrace that's the full width of the house and perfect for eating meals al fresco. A little way up the road are a pair of smaller plots, also included in the sale. One of these is a tree-filled orchard, 740m2 in size and planted with a mix of lemons and olives. The other is currently empty but at 250m2 has some potential if you can find the right use for it. RECENTLY RENOVATED WITH NO EXTRA BUDGET NEEDED The current owners have been living in and gradually renovating Casa Brigitte over time to a point where it's now in excellent condition. The windows are in aluminium with iron shutters, the bathrooms and kitchen are modern and the estate benefits greatly from a 30,000 litre water tank, guaranteeing it against periods of water shortage. A TRANQUIL STRETCH OF SICILY'S SOUTH COAST, WITH AMAZING BEACHES AROUND THE CORNER Casa Brigitte is only half an hour from the provincial capital of Agrigento, famous for its “Valley of the Temples”, one of the best-preserved collections of ancient architecture anywhere in the Mediterranean. Visitors also flock to the “Scala dei Turchi”, a remarkable outcrop of shock-white cliffs that resemble a giant staircase plunging into the sea. The coast is the real joy of this region, in fact. The little beach community of Lido di Palma exploding into life in the summer months with a pedestrianised seafront and some lively bars and restaurants. You can always find a patch of fine sand or a sunny diving platform and there's entertainment – both man-made and natural – for all the family. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Casa Balata - Realmonte On a hillside overlooking the Mediterranean Sea just outside Agrigento, Casa Balata is a fabulously renovated farmhouse which sleeps twelve in style. Currently operated as a luxury B&B which has been rated as “Outstanding” by users on Booking.com, it would also make a sensational family home for a buyer who prizes serenity and sustainability. SIX INDEPENDENT SUITES WITH BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS The villa consists of a main building and a guest house. The former is extremely spacious, with 3.5 metre ceilings and external terraces on both levels. The living room makes a fantastic first impression, with a feature wall in exposed stone and an open archway into the sunny dining room. Light and air pass right through these twin spaces thanks to double back doors onto the rear patio, where you will find the swimming pool. Off the dining room is a professional grade kitchen with a walk-in pantry. The sleeping accommodation is ideally configured for the villa's current use as a luxury B&B, with suites comprising a bedroom and bathroom. One, on the ground floor, has a romantic spa bath. Two more, on the first floor, have direct access to the upper terrace, from where you can enjoy a fabulous view of the pool and estate. One of these has been used by the current owners as their own apartment, as it also features a spacious living room. Across the patio is the guest house, also on two floors with a living room downstairs and a sea-view bedroom on the first floor. FABULOUS GROUNDS WITH A SIGNATURE BIODESIGN SWIMMING POOL The terrace and the guest house bedroom both give you a great vantage point from which to take in the 5,000m2 estate which surrounds Casa Balata. The swimming pool is an obvious magnet for the gaze, organically shaped and built without the use of concrete to exist in harmony with its natural surroundings. Its water is enriched by salt hydrolysis and it is cleaned by an easy-to-use robot. Elsewhere in the grounds, you'll find a beautiful array of plants and trees, including dwarf palms, olives and pomegranates. Plenty of succulents and aromatics give colour and sweet fragrances to the gardens and the quiet rural neighbourhood offers a perfect opportunity to disconnect and unwind. A LOCATION AT THE HEART OF SICILY'S HISTORY AND NATURAL BEAUTY Casa Balata is found just a few kilometres from the city of Agrigento, which can be reached in twenty minutes. Closer to home the little towns of Realmonte and Siculiana will provide everything you and your guests might need. The iconic cliffs of the Scala dei Turchi are only four kilometres away, and the Valley of the Temples is also right around the corner. Whether you are looking to make unforgettable memories with your own visitors or attract paying guests, you will be spoilt for choice with the spectacular coast and delicious culinary traditions of the region. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Casa Viola - Gratteri A historic little home in the heart of one of our favourite Sicilian villages, Casa Viola in Gratteri is a real winner at the affordable asking price. INTELLIGENTLY USED SPACE ON FOUR FLOORS The cosy little town house in fact offers 95m2 of living space, with a simple floor plan that sees one main room and one secondary space on each level. Starting from the bottom, we find two double bedrooms on the lowest two storeys of the property, each of which is actually set below the street level but open at the far side thanks to the steep hillside on which the house has been built. On both of these floors is a bathroom with a shower, one an en-suite and the other accessed off the little landing. The ground floor proper has a hallway with plenty of space for storing coats, shoes and so forth. Around the corner is a living room with a miniature balcony. Finally, the top level is home to the kitchen-diner, with bench seating in a nook under the window and all the fittings you would expect. We've saved the best for last though – the square terrace lets natural light flood into the kitchen and gives you an unbelievably nice option for outdoor dining, with a panoramic view that takes in practically the whole of Gratteri and much of the green surrounding countryside. It's a real treat that everyone is certain to love. TRADITIONAL, WARM AND WELCOMING The current owners of Casa Viola have put real effort into the presentation of the home, and you will find it in very good condition. There is no need whatsoever to renovate or invest anything beyond the purchase price. We particularly like the blue and white ceramic tiles which have been used throughout, and which give the property a really distinctive identity. You'll find them underfoot in the entrance, all the rooms and on the upper staircase, and they've also been used to fully tile the two bathrooms. Other charming and distinctively Sicilian features include the exposed roof timbers on the ceilings of the bedrooms and kitchen. Up here you will also surely be charmed by the built-in brick oven, right in the middle of the room. It's not something you'll use every day - and as you can see there is also an alcove that's perfect for a more modern oven – but it does make a great centrepiece and on special occasions you can prepare your food in the historic style of the region. NATURAL WONDERS IN ALL DIRECTIONS Gratteri is a scenic spot in the middle of the Madonie Park, with wonderful views and enticing driving roads and hiking trails in all directions. If you like your outdoor time a little more sedate, it's just seven kilometres to the north coast, where you'll find golden sandy beaches in all directions. A particular highlight is the iconic beach town of Cefalù, which you can reach in half an hour. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Casa Maurizio - Gratteri A two-bedroom home on three storeys, Casa Maurizio in the idyllic Madonie Park village of Gratteri is available at an enticing price. 80MQ OF BEAUTIFULLY MAXIMISED LIVING SPACE The floor plan of Casa Maurizio is a simple one, with a versatile living room on the ground floor and two bedrooms above. You'll find a bathroom with a shower on both the ground and top levels, and there is also a handy loft space above the stairwell off the second bedroom. The second floor also offers a small balcony, from which you can enjoy views over the nearby rooftops to the green hills and rocky mountains of the Madonie. We found the ground floor especially welcoming, with the single space having been laid out to accommodate a cosy lounge area, a dining table and a Sicilian-style built-in kitchen. This is simple but effective, with a gas hob, sink, marble worktop and fridge freezer. The food preparation area is especially well-lit, with natural light from a street-view window. Beautiful Renovation Work on Show and Behind the Scenes The property was entirely renovated by the current owners, both structurally and cosmetically, and the work is top class. Hidden away out of sight are the insulation on the wooden roof and the flue system which carries heat from the open fireplace on the ground floor up throughout the entire house. The fascia has been completely refreshed, with modern wooden windows and external shutters. Perhaps our favourite element of the work is in the interior design choices, though. The living room is a mix of warm yellow plaster and exposed stone, balancing historic charm with sunny tones. Above your head the original wooden timbers of the ceiling are perfectly showcases, and underfoot a dark ceramic tile perfectly picks up on those natural shades. The stairs and first floor bedroom have a charming local tile pattern. A NATURAL PARK STEEPED IN TRADITION AND FILLED WITH DAZZLING VIEWS The village of Gratteri is home to around a thousand people, of which over twenty families have bought their homes through our agency. We are always delighted to recommend the charming hilltop hamlet for its panoramic views and welcoming locals. It's found about 700m above sea level, and convenient for exploring the whole of the Madonie Park. Within twenty minutes you can be down at sea level, on the beaches of the island's north coast which include the unforgettable seafront of Cefalù, only a 25 minute drive away. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Casa Rosa Maria - Scillato With a large garden, tranquil village backdrop and a location on the edge of one of Sicily's largest natural parks, Casa Rosa Maria is the ideal spot to get away from it all and reconnect with the simple things in life. SPACIOUS AND WELL LAID OUT The property comprises a detached villa with a partial stone construction, which recent renovation work has wisely chosen to showcase, and a garden which stretches over 5,000m2. This acre-plus of land includes an orchard full of citrus trees and an olive grove. Both are kept in excellent condition by an excellent irrigation system. In the immediate vicinity of the house is a smart patio enclosed by a deep box hedge. There is a permanent barbecue and an abundance of space for outdoor dining. What was once a bungalow was turned into a two-storey home by the renovation work, which included a very well-executed loft conversion. We're big fans of the way that the wood of the roof has been kept on display, and mirrored by a nicely laid floor. Two bedrooms at this level join the two downstairs, although one of these is currently used as a study. A large living room with an open fireplace, a kitchen with a utility room and a bathroom on each floor complete the internal layout. A LOCATION WITH THE BEST OF ALL POSSIBLE WORLDS If you want to live or holiday in a timeless Sicilian village without sacrificing the convenience of being able to get into the island's big cities, Scillato is probably the single best recommendation we could give you. The sandy beaches of the north coast are right on your doorstep, with Buonfornello and Campofelice only twenty minutes away and Cefalù half an hour. The stunning wilderness of the Madonie Natural Park opens up directly to the east, and Palermo, Catania and Agrigento are all less than a 90 minute drive away. The village itself, although a small community of about 600 residents, has everything you might need on a day-to-day basis, including a convenience store, bar, pub and pizzeria. IN GREAT CONDITION AND READY TO USE As well as the location and the spacious gardens, we can highly recommend this attractive country cottage for the excellent condition in which it is presented. Other than some cosmetic touch-ups and perhaps a bit of recommendation if you choose, there is no work to do on Casa Rosa Maria, which could certainly be inhabited from the very moment of sale. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Villa Manfredi - Naso A hilltop gem with an unbeatable view and private swimming pool, Villa Manfredi offers style and convenience at a great price. UNBEATABLE SEA VIEW FROM TERRACES AND POOLSIDE The villa has been built halfway up a hillside, at an altitude of about 175m above sea level but just 1800m inland. This gives it a sensational panoramic view facing west over the Gulf of Sant'Agata di Militello. On a clear day the western Aeolian islands are in view, and in the evening the sunsets will have you racing for your camera to capture the colourful display across the sky and the waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The lower terrace contains the pool. Lush vegetation currently gives you more of an enclosed spot, but if you wanted to trim this back you would be able to take in the vista of one body of water from inside a smaller one! ONE FAMILY VILLA OR TWO SPACIOUS APARTMENTS The two-storey building has a kitchen, living room and bathroom on each level, meaning that it would be possible to divide it in two and share the space with another family. This might lead to a kind of guest annexe, a joint purchase, or possibly even an investment in Sicily's tourist economy. The lower floor has two bedrooms - a huge master with an en-suite WC and a pool view, then a smaller box room at the rear. A single bedroom upstairs opens off the living room, where there is ample space to put a sofa bed if you'd like to increase the sleeping capacity any further. The same is definitely true of the downstairs living room-diner. This spreads over a huge 50m2, including a kitchen corner partially enclosed by a lovely stone breakfast island. SOLD FULLY FURNISHED AND WITH READY TO USE The current owners have made Villa Manfredi a lovely comfortable home, with quality furniture that includes comfortable beds and sofas, dining tables indoors and out and beautifully fitted kitchens. The upstairs bathroom has a box shower, while the downstairs one enjoys the use of a spa bath with hydromassage jets. Outside, the beautifully cultivated gardens include some fabulous dwarf palm trees and plenty of citrus fruits. The plot stretches over a total of 1300m2. The swimming pool is about 12x4m, and an external bathroom and utility room makes a perfect little pool house. There is off-street parking in a paved area inside the front gate, and the external spaces are well lit. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Villa Tiziana - Casteldaccia An oasis of calm fifteen miles outside Palermo, Villa Tiziana is an elegant six-bedroom home with sea views and a shady garden. A PHENOMENAL LOCATION, ALMOST AT THE WATER'S EDGE One kilometre east of Casteldaccia in the province of Palermo, between the state road and motorway that follow Sicily's north coast and the shore of the Tyrrhenian Sea, a little stretch of residential development follows the sandy beaches. This is a quiet neighbourhood characterised by large villas organised along private cul-de-sacs, and midway along one of these we find Villa Tiziana. The street is gated, with the maintenance costs of the private road shared by a small number of residents. In return they enjoy private access to a lovely little sandy bay, which is otherwise reachable only by sea. From the northern corner of the semi-detached property to the water's edge is not even 100m as the crow flies – you will be able to hear and smell the salt water from every outdoor space of your huge Sicilian beach house. A HUGE, VERSATILE VILLA SLEEPING A DOZEN IN COMFORT The three storeys of this semi-detached villa are efficiently divided, with a minimum of passageways and hallways and an emphasis on community. Everything indoors begins from the 45m2 living room-cum-diner; a focal point for family life that connects to the gardens, the kitchen, a bathroom and three bedrooms. Upstairs a sunny landing leads you to three more double bedrooms, each of which opens directly onto the deep open terrace. From here you can take an external staircase up to the flat roof, from where you can enjoy a fantastic 360 degree panorama that takes in lush green hills, pristine white homes and sparkling turquoise sea, all under the vast blue canopy of the Sicilian sky. Underground, a basement offers storage space across the full size of the building; over 60m2 which could in the future become a home gym, family room or even a studio apartment. FURNISHED AND HABITABLE: NO FURTHER INVESTIMENT NEEDED The vendors have only made Villa Tiziana their summer home, meaning that despite being nearly half a century old it has aged very well. A pair of the bedrooms downstairs are recent additions, and one of the upper ones has been renovated with a new floor and a lovely feature wall. Any renovation work would be purely a question of personal taste, priorities or aesthetics. The windows are single-glazed but beautifully made in solid wood. The bathrooms are original from the 1980s, but still work with no issue. The outdoor kitchen could be refreshed but the stone ovens are there forever. The basement would need work to be used as a living space, but does the job of a large storeroom perfectly. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Villa delle Palme - Partinico A true luxury property, Villa delle Palme is one of the best examples of a modern villa to be found in the west of Sicily. 250M2 OF STYLISHLY DESIGNED INDOOR SPACE The three-bedroom home has been built on an extra-large scale, with all of the main living spaces as large as you could possibly need. The kitchen-diner is a beautiful 7 x 7 room with a perfectly fitted kitchen, a long breakfast bar and still plenty of space for cupboards and a dining suite. The sun room at the front of the property makes for a unique lounge, with full glazing on three sides giving you the sense of sitting out in the garden. Each of the three bedrooms has its own en-suite bathroom with a shower. The master is especially luxurious, with a vast bedroom overlooking the green lawn to the front of the villa, and a bathroom-cum-dressing room that might genuinely be the size of your first apartment. The layout is completed by a little entrance hall and a pair of store cupboards. AN IRRESISTIBLE PRIVATE POOL Even by the standards of private pools, we think you'd have to agree that this one is an absolute beauty. Given enormous room to breathe in the ample back garden, but served by not one but two nearby pagodas, it's a 120,000 litre gem framed in a nearly white stone that makes the turquoise waters an extraordinary eye-popping colour on a sunny day. The rest of the 5,600m2 garden is no less impressive, with highlights including the row of mature palm trees that run the length of the driveway, the huge expanse of green lawn in sturdy tropical grass and the fascinating variety of ornamental plants which have been around the entire property. A pool house contains all the equipment necessary to take care of the water and the gardens that surround it. NO EXPENSE SPARED TO MAKE A SUSTAINABLE HOME The villa is blessed with direct sunlight from dawn to dusk, and the sellers have taken full advantage of this enviable natural gift. The entire roof has been covered in photovoltaic panels, which combine to generate a huge 16kW of power. There is also a 10kW storage battery, to make sure that as little as possible of what is generated ever goes to waste. There is also an autonomous water supply: a well rises in the back garden and this is used to fill the pool, supply the house and even fill a gigantic 100,000 litre cistern which ensures you against even the longest of dry spells. CONVENIENT FOR BEACH, CITY AND AIRPORT The nearest sandy beach is just a ten minute drive away, and the town of Partinico even closer. With beautiful attractions like the seafront of Castellammare del Golfo, the nature reserve of Lo Zingaro, the archaeological site at Segesta and Sicily's largest city, Palermo, all within easy reach, the location of Villa delle Palme could hardly be better. You can reach the nearest airport in just twenty minutes. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Casa D'Anna - Campofelice Almost directly on the coast just a few kilometres from one of Sicily's best-loved beach towns, Casa d'Anna is a four-bedroom family villa surrounded by greenery and fresh sea air. AMPLE AND IMPRESSIVE INDOOR SPACES The floor plan of the extra large 228m2 villa is built around an open plan living room and diner which curves around to include the elegant open staircase, and opens though double doors into a lounge. Offering over 50m2 of space for eating, entertaining and relaxing, it's a beautiful sunny room with twin French windows and one that makes a superb first impression. From here you can pass directly into the fully fitted kitchen, itself large enough for a breakfast table and with a paved veranda outside for al fresco mealtimes. Upstairs, four double bedrooms guarantee that you will never have problems accommodating family or visitors. All four of these enjoy direct access onto one of the house's upper balconies, including a long one running the entire east side of the building. This connects the three largest bedrooms, and offers a great view over the quiet green neighbourhood. From one end you can even see the sea. The fourth bedroom has a private balcony. Two bathrooms, two storerooms and an outbuilding complete the villa. GARDENS TO CONNECT YOU TO A BEAUTIFUL GREEN REGION The gardens which wrap right around Casa d'Anna are green and welcoming, planted with a grassy lawn and a wide variety of trees. In total the plot measures 500m2. This also includes several expanses of open patio, a terracotta pathway around the building and off-street parking for three or four cars. The green hills of the Madonie Natural Park are clearly visible on the horizon. Closer to home, the neighbourhood, which grew up around the historic castle of Roccella along the Gulf of Termini Imerese, is filled with similar properties, and you will find the neighbours very respectful and private. The beach is only three hundred metres up the road, and the refreshing sea breeze keeps the property cool indoors and out, even at the height of the Sicilian summer. ALL OF SICILY ON YOUR DOORSTEP As well as Cefalù, just a fifteen minute drive east, Casa d'Anna is perfectly positioned as a base from which to explore the whole island. The enthralling city of Palermo is only forty minutes away, the hills of the Madonie unfold inland, and you can reach almost everywhere on Sicily in under two hours, including the temples of Agrigento, the salt flats of Trapani and the port cities of Messina and Catania in the shadow of Mount Etna on the east coast. It's an unbeatable location for a quiet family home with untold adventures right around the corner. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Casa Maurizio - Porticello An advanced renovation project for an experienced or adventurous developer, Casa Maurizio needs a lot of care and attention. In the long run though, we think it offers great value as a two-bedroom family home or a three-apartment guesthouse. THREE STOREY TOWNHOUSE WITH A ROOF TERRACE The building has a footprint of about 35m2, and is built on three floors plus a little loft space and what will become the roof terrace. Each level has a pair of rooms, with the front ones facing west and overlooking the street. At present the upper windows have been closed up and the balconies fallen completely through, but by the time you have three new French windows in place the home will be full of natural light, especially in the afternoons. The ceilings are three metres or higher, and the staircases are one above each other on the south side of the property. Planning permission has already been given for the terrace, and this will transfer with the ownership. The only issue to be aware of is that the current certificate will expire in March 2026, meaning that if you're not able to get to work in a hurry you'll need to spend a little more on renewing it. A REAL RENOVATION CHALLENGE The entire property will need to be redone, with the only exception being the walls, foundations, ground floor and first staircase. The internal floors and ceilings will have to be rebuilt, as will the roof. As we mentioned before, the balconies are missing and all of the electrical and plumbing fittings will need to be added from scratch. Obviously plastering and decoration will be the final stage, along with fitting kitchens and bathrooms. The great advantage of a project that needs this much work is, of course, that you can really shape it to your own needs. If you want a top floor kitchen opening directly onto the roof terrace to make al-fresco dining a cinch, that's absolutely possible. On the other hand, maybe you see the investment potential of three independent apartments, each with a bathroom at the rear and its own self-catering facilities. A FRIENDLY, TRADITIONAL VILLAGE THAT'S DECEPTIVELY CLOSE TO THE CITY Wandering the quiet streets or enjoying an aperitivo in front of the tranquil marina of Porticello, you would have no clue that you were only twenty minutes from Italy's fifth-largest city. The peninsula of Capo Zafferano screens Palermo from view, and instead you have the lovely landscape of green hills rising up from the Gulf of Termini Imerese. However, you can get into Sicily's capital city in twenty minutes by car, and the same time if you take a train from the nearby Santa Flavia station. This makes Casa Maurizio perfect for someone moving to Palermo for work but dreaming of a quiet home life outside the city, or a regular visitor who needs to switch off from the world just 45 minutes from a major international airport. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Casa Filippo - Marina di Caronia In the quaint fishing village of Marina di Caronia, at the foot of the stunning Nebrodi Natural Park, you won't find anything closer to the beach than Casa Filippo. SPACIOUS GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT RIGHT ON THE SEAFRONT The location of Casa Filippo could hardly be better, as it fronts directly onto the sea. Only a small road separates your front windows and private veranda from the waves of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Directly across the road is a stretch of rocky beach, but only a few metres away is the large expanse of sand and pebble that is shared between bathers and fishing boats in a charming, timeless equilibrium. The two bedroom apartment has 40m2 of terracotta-paved veranda wrapping around its front and side, with a main entrance into a spacious hallway and French windows straight into the kitchen-diner. The bedrooms are both spacious and nicely furnished, and the wood-effect floors and brand new fittings make everything perfectly inviting. In total there is about 70m2 of indoor space. SOLD FULLY FURNISHED AND IN PERFECT CONDITION Everything in this warm and welcoming home has been freshly renovated, redecorated and even refurnished, meaning that you will be purchasing a property in absolutely pristine condition. The electricity and plumbing have been redone, the walls replastered and painted, in a gleaming white indoors and a sunny yellow outside. The bathroom and kitchen are both brand new. The apartment is on the ground floor of a block of flats, but there are no condominium charges to pay and the entrance is completely private, through a gate at street level, up a short flight of stairs and straight onto that glorious sunny patio. A BEAUTIFUL VILLAGE FOR SUNNY HOLIDAYS OR A PEACEFUL RETIREMENT Marina di Caronia is a small town right on the sea, in the shadow of the Nebrodi mountains. This gives a thrilling colourful landscape of turquoise, blue and green as the hills begin to climb right from the water's edge. The region is overlooked by international travellers, meaning that you and the other residents will have the town's large crescent moon beach almost entirely to yourselves, even in the height of summer. The water quality is superb and the nearest spot for a dip could hardly be closer to your front door, just metres along the road. The nearby towns of Sant'Agata di Militello and Sant Stefano di Camastra will provide all the shopping and services you need, and the cities of Palermo and Messina can be reached in an hour and a half by car or train. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Terreno con Rustico - Selinunte Within a kilometre of an iconic archaeological site and a remarkably beautiful beach, Terreno con Rustico in the town of Selinunte is a great piece of land waiting for the right buyer to put up a lovely family villa. 7,000M2 OF PRESTIGE BUILDING LAND This plot is a long rectangle, a strip measuring 25m by 280m. Connected at one end to the main road that runs into Selinunte, it is flat, arable land with some fine olive trees that must be at least 80 years old, and a copse of about forty pines at the far end. The neighbouring land has not been extensively developed either, meaning that you won't have a feeling of being squeezed in, wherever you decide to put your new villa. There is an existing house about 250m from the road, but this is in very poor condition with questionable foundations, and will almost certainly need to be demolished. The size of the land means that you can build 240m2 of home, more than enough for a three of four-bedroom villa on two floors. A SEAFRONT NATURE RESERVE AND ANCIENT TEMPLES ON YOUR DOORSTEP The town of Selinunte is widely renowned for its archaeological park, the largest of its kind in Europe. The ruins of a Greek town have been painstakingly excavated over the years, with some of the most beautiful temples restored to a remarkable condition. If you build a two-storey home these ancient treasures will actually be on display from your upstairs windows and balconies. The park begins just 600m from the entrance to this plot. A less well-known but equally dazzling attraction is the Riserva Naturale Orientata Foce Belice. This protected area covers the beaches, dunes and tall grasses along the coast from Selinunte as you head east towards Sciacca and Agrigento. As well as providing a haven for all manner of wildlife it's a truly unbeatable spot to visit for a day at the beach. The four kilometre strip of sand offers more than enough space for all visitors and the remote location gives you a feeling of total escape from the cares of the world. This is just a kilometre away. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Tenute La Rocca - Collesano Three kilometres south of Collesano in the Madonie Natural Park, Tenuta La Rocca is a huge country estate with a guest house, agricultural buildings, a house to restore and a fully functional restaurant. A WORKING RESTAURANT WITH OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION In the past, Tenuta La Rocca was a popular out-of-town restaurant, with a pair of dining rooms capable of holding over eighty guests in a single service. It did good trade with locals and tourists alike, especially on festivals and feast days when it would provide set menus to large family groups, and had review scores over 4.5/5 on both Google and Tripadvisor. Everything you need to reopen the business is included in the asking price, including two fully equipped dining rooms, recently renovated bathrooms and a 40m2 working kitchen. Built around a spacious courtyard, the restaurant building also features seven guest bedrooms, which give it enormous potential if well marketed as a venue for weddings or other events. Some investment will be needed on the renovation of this accommodation to make it the irresistible prospect it deserves to be, but if you're able to do this you could have a sensational and versatile venue on your hands. ELEVEN HECTARES OF PEACEFUL LAND The estate is a vast plot on the north-western side of one of the intermediate hills in the beautiful Madonie Natural Park. This gives you great views of the mountains above you and the sea below, visible on the horizon beyond the town of Campofelice di Roccella. The estate is not currently farmed, but a pair of enormous barns give you more than enough room to keep livestock (one of these was previously a stable building) and store crops (the other was a hayloft). With over 27 acres of land at your disposal you won't be short of space, whatever type of activity you have in mind. A RUINED COTTAGE TO RENOVATE Towards the higher end of the estate is the ruin of a 100m2 house, which would be a perfect renovation project. It would eventually give you and your family the chance to live on-site with the comfort of being several hundred metres away from the restaurant and accommodation. A lot of work will be needed, but in the end your investment would be rewarded with a home built completely to your own specifications and some lovely sea views. FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE