Property in Sicily

Appartamento Mariella - Santa FlaviaA bright and spacious two-bedroom first-floor apartment, Appartamento Mariella sits in the heart of Santa Flavia's historic centre, just 450 metres from the train station offering 20-minute connections to Palermo and one block from the main high street with daily shops and services.Ready to use with no need to investThis genuinely move-in ready property requires no renovation work, offering immediate habitability that's rare at this price point. A long central corridor connects two generously sized bedrooms (approximately 16m² each), a bathroom with bathtub finished in clean white tiles, and a spacious eat-in kitchen with direct access to a west-facing balcony overlooking Santa Flavia's church. The bright living room features dual-aspect windows facing west and south, creating exceptional natural light throughout the day. The apartment connects to municipal water (with two storage cisterns), sewage and electricity, includes two water heaters, and is cadastrally clean with no legal issues.Car-free Access to Palermo, Cefalù and the AirportSanta Flavia train station lies just 450m away, with half-hourly trains reaching Palermo in 20 minutes – perfect for commuters, students or anyone wanting easy access to Sicily's capital without paying capital prices. The main street with grocers, butchers, bars and daily amenities is one block away, whilst a supermarket in neighbouring Bagheria is 1km distant. The sandy Aciddara beach is only 1.6km away, and the charming fishing village of Porticello with its renovated seafront park and restaurants sits just 1.3km from your door.Usable now with plenty of potenzialAt an attractive price point that makes it accessible to first-time buyers and investors alike, this perfect holiday apartment near Palermo offers exceptional value. The property has strong rental potential to holidaymakers seeking car-free access to Palermo, Cefalù and the beach.Whilst perfectly habitable as-is, the apartment offers scope for value-adding improvements including window upgrades, air conditioning installation, and kitchen/bathroom modernisation should buyers wish to personalise their investment.For a full description of the property please visit our website Want to know more?

Villa Valeria - CaroniaA spectacular four-bedroom farmhouse with two hectares of fertile land, Villa Valeria commands breathtaking views across the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Aeolian Islands from a hillside vantage point near Caronia on Sicily's northern coast.Traditional construction, modern comfortBuilt in 2009 using authentic Sicilian methods, this 260m² villa features walls up to 50cm thick providing exceptional natural insulation and earthquake resistance. The ground floor showcases a magnificent open-plan living space where kitchen, dining and living areas flow together beneath exposed hardwood beams and terracotta floors. Four generous double bedrooms and two elegant bathrooms are distributed across two floors, with every room framing spectacular sea and island views. French doors open from the first floor onto terraces perfect for sunset watching, whilst a spiral staircase accesses additional attic storage and rooftop terrace.Productive land and complete autonomyThe twenty thousand square metre plot features approximately 170 mature olive trees producing 400-600 litres of premium organic oil annually, alongside abundant fruit trees including citrus, pears, plums, hazelnuts and almonds. A private mountain spring provides unlimited fresh water for domestic and agricultural use, ensuring complete independence. The property includes a 50m² garage, well-maintained gardens with Mediterranean planting, and two additional structures offering potential for guest accommodation or studios.Location and investment potentialPositioned at the foot of the magnificent Nebrodi Natural Park, Villa Valeria sits just 40km east of Cefalù and enjoys easy access to both Palermo and Catania airports within 90 minutes. The nearby town of Caronia provides all essential amenities, whilst the coast lies just minutes away. Sold ready to move in with negotiable inclusion of all furnishings and agricultural equipment (including, plough and quad bike), this exceptional property offers immediate enjoyment, genuine rental income potential, and the rewarding lifestyle of productive land ownership in one of Sicily's most beautiful and authentic regions.For a full description of the property please visit our website Want to know more?

Casa Antonella - BalestrateWith 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 visitsThe 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 useThe 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 terraceIf 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 Want to know more?

Appartamento Peter - CasteldacciaOffering 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 terraceThe 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-UPSThe 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 seaCasteldaccia 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 Want to know more?

Case Anna - Rodi MiliciIn 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 charmThe 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 terraceThe 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 settingEverything 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 Want to know more?

Villa Due Mari - MondelloAn 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 bathroomsThe 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 poolThe 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 Want to know more?

Casa Maurizio - PorticelloAn 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 terraceThe 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 challengeThe 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 cityWandering 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 Want to know more?

Appartamento Porto - PalermoA modern studio flat on the eighth floor of a Palermo block, Appartamento Porto would make a very convenient base in the city.A simple but effective studio with a great balconyThe apartment measures 30m2, and over 25m2 of this is given to a single open-plan living space. The majority is a rectangular area with space for sleeping, work and relaxation. At the far end is a bathroom with a tub and shower attachment, and a kitchenette.Along the long side of the space, a balcony follows the southern wall for the entire length of the flat. Two windows look out onto this, and a double French window gives you direct access. It's just a few centimetres too low to offer a sea view to someone of average height, but if you're very tall you may catch a glimpse of the water!Sold turnkey, ready for immediate occupationThe apartment is furnished and, although you may well want to update some of the contents, it is ready to be used straight away. There is a double bed, sofa, desk and two wardrobes. The windows are modern and efficient, with dark roller blinds to help you get a good night's sleep.The kitchenette is fitted with cupboards, a sink and a worktop. There's a washing machine and fridge. The vendor has previously made use of an electric hotplate and free-standing mini oven for cooking needs. The bathroom has a lightly patterned tile on the walls and floor, as well as the usual ceramics.An easy-TO-navigate neighbourhood of a fascinating cityThe neighbourhood, unlike some of Palermo's more historic districts, is quiet and residential, although some of the units on the lower floors of the building are given to office space and other commercial uses. You will find a supermarket very close at hand, as well as many other shops, restaurants and bars. The city centre is a walkable 20-30 minutes away.Public transport links are good, with plenty of buses and a train station five minutes' walk from the front of the building. The port and the ferry terminal are especially convenient, and the airport can be reached by car in half an hour.For a full description of the property please visit our website Want to know more?

Villa Marina - Sant'AlfioOffering a completely unique set of views, Villa Marina, just west of the village of Sant'Alfio in the province of Catania, is an almost mystic spot, connected to all of the elements.Water and fireNearly 700m above sea level, the detached villa is just seven kilometres inland, meaning that it enjoys an unobstructed view of the Ionian Sea over the resort town of Taormina. On a clear day you can even see the Italian mainland, 50km away across the Straits of Messina. The front garden is a perfectly manicured spot from which to enjoy this viewThe back garden, by contrast, is wild and a little rugged. Planted with 30 mature oak trees, it seems almost fantastic on a cloudy day. Beyond it, the natural park of Mount Etna begins almost immediately, meaning that at night you will have an unmatched view of the eruptions and lava flows.Air and earthThe mountain air is invigorating, and the only sounds you'll hear in this remote location are the birds and the rustle of the tall trees of your front garden in the sea breeze. The villa is an historic old stone structure, with the thick walls of the original construction on full display. They're hewn from a dark, local stone that once came from the volcano itself.The property has been completely renovated in the past two years, with a new roof, a fabulous outdoor kitchen and a total overhaul of the open-plan, barn-style interior. You'll love the brightness that comes in through the large windows, especially in the morning when the early sun shines straight into this east-facing home.Sold fully furnished, in perfect conditionAside from the open plan living space, with areas for cooking, relaxing and eating, there is a cosy double bedroom with ample cupboard space, and a home office built up on a mezzanine floor. The bathroom is compact but stylish, with a cubicle shower, and a laundry room has been built in a little outbuilding behind the property.Villa Marina is sold as seen, with all fixtures and fittings included for the most convenient possible move to Sicily. Don't miss the chance to find out more about this magical home and its unique 360° views.For a full description of the property please visit our website Want to know more?

Casa Maria - PorticelloOn 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 spaceCasa 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 respectivelyThe 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 viewThe 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 cityIf 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 Want to know more?

Casa Balata - RealmonteOn 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 , it would also make a sensational family home for a buyer who prizes serenity and sustainability.Six independent suites with bedrooms and bathroomsThe 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 poolThe 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 beautyCasa 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 Want to know more?

Villa Manfredi - NasoA 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 poolsideThe 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 apartmentsThe 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 useThe 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 Want to know more?

Casa Maurizio - GratteriA 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 spaceThe 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 ScenesThe 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 viewsThe 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 Want to know more?

Villa Tiziana - CasteldacciaAn 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 edgeOne 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 comfortThe 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 neededThe 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 Want to know more?

Casa dei Nonni - Galati MamertinoWith stunning views and an enticing price tag, Casa dei Nonni is a slice of the most traditional Sicily in a beautiful natural park.Three bedrooms and a covered roof terraceThe property is built on four floors, with the lowest a semi-basement accessible from an adjacent street. The main body of the home is on the ground, first and second floors, with one bedroom on each. Two of these are cosy doubles with direct sea views through north-facing windows. The master, on the first floor, is twice the size and in addition to the same window as the others has a balcony overlooking the street outside.The ground-floor kitchen is brightly lit from a large street-facing window, and kitted out with a blue suite of oven, gas hobs, cupboards, double sink and fridge-freezer that is only ten years old. The small family bathroom on the first floor has a tub with a shower attachment and smart white tiling. On the top floor, the terrace measures 18m2 and gives you a great panorama over much of the village and the hills that rise around it on three sides. It is afforded shade by a fixed canopy and would make a lovely family space for relaxing afternoons or outdoor meals.Sicily's largest unspoilt wildernessThe Natural Park of the Nebrodi Mountains is the largest expanse of protected land in the whole of Sicily, and stretches from the beaches and marinas of the Tyrrhenian coast to the foothills of Mount Etna in the south. Along the way it unfolds as a thrilling landscape of mountains and lakes, forests and rivers which provide a home to innumerable species of flora and fauna.Galati Mamertino, where Casa dei Nonni stands, is a little community of around two thousand residents at an altitude of 800m above sea level. It's one of the last stops you come to before the centre of the natural park, which is completely free from towns and villages, spreads out over a vast area of 80,000km2.A welcoming community with close family tiesSince it was built in the 1970s, Casa dei Nonni has remained in the same family, and you will find that this is typical of much of the real estate in these traditional inner-Sicilian villages. Galati Mamertino is a warm and friendly place with a chance to really get under the skin of authentic Sicilian life.It does have all the modern conveniences you need, however, with supermarkets and smaller shops, a pharmacy and post office, and a smattering of bars and restaurants all within walking distance of the property. You will also appreciate the fibre optic internet cabling and the efficient public services.For a full description of the property please visit our website Want to know more?

Appartamento Rosaria - Gioiosa MareaLooking for an affordable coastal home in Sicily that doesn’t require a full renovation? Appartamento Rosaria might just be the answer.Space and light in the heart of townLocated on the first floor of a well-kept building in Gioiosa Marea, Appartamento Rosaria offers around 96m² of living space with a bright and airy feel. The heart of the home is a spacious living-dining room, complete with air conditioning, two sofas, and large windows that flood the space with natural light. From here, you’ll find two bedrooms, each with its own balcony, making this an ideal setup for family living, guests, or a home office.Partial sea views and three balconiesWhile the apartment isn’t right on the seafront, it still offers charming partial sea views from the kitchen, bathroom, and communal stairwell. The south-facing Juliet balcony off the kitchen brings in extra daylight and gives you that sought-after Sicilian indoor-outdoor connection. Plus, with two additional balconies off the bedrooms, you’ll have no shortage of spots to enjoy your morning coffee or an evening breeze.MOVE-in ready with scope to improveAppartamento Rosaria already comes with independent heating, working electrics, and a fully operational kitchen and bathroom. The floors are in good condition, and the space is comfortably liveable as it is. That said, there’s clear potential to add value: a bathroom renovation, some fresh plaster and paint, and optional updates to the kitchen would quickly lift the whole property. Whether you’re looking for a starter holiday home, an affordable rental investment, or a project with manageable upgrades, Appartamento Rosaria delivers great value just a short stroll from the beach. Want to know more?

Casa D'Anna - CampofeliceAlmost 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 spacesThe 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 regionThe 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 doorstepAs 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 Want to know more?

Casa Filippo - Marina di CaroniaIn 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 seafrontThe 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 conditionEverything 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 retirementMarina 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 Want to know more?

Terreno con Rustico - SelinunteWithin 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 landThis 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 doorstepThe 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 Want to know more?

Tenute La Rocca - CollesanoThree 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 accommodationIn 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 landThe 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 renovateTowards 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 Want to know more?