House for sale - Gratteri (Italy)

Casa maddalena – spacious sea-view home in sicily's most picturesque region, between beaches and mountainsA three bedroom property with two kitchens, two bathrooms, a huge double living room and small covered terrace, Casa Maddalena is a deceptively roomy family home in the hilltop village of Gratteri. A short drive from the fortified Mediaeval town of Castelbuono, the magnificent beach of Cefalù and the peaks of the Madonie Natural Park, this is a wonderful location in which the authentic, unspoilt Sicily is on full display.A versatile and roomy living spacePreviously a pair of individual homes sharing a party wall, Casa Maddalena has an unusual layout with twin entrances on parallel streets. The sloping hillside on which Gratteri has grown up means that one of these is a full storey higher than the other, and so the lowest floor is in fact part basement, with windows only on the lower, northern side of the property. At this level you will find a kitchen-diner, a bedroom and an internal bathroom. Upstairs on the true ground floor is the main entrance of the house, which leads you into the other kitchen. This connects to the second bathroom and to the long living room which has been created by combining a pair of similarly sized spaces through a broad connecting arch. From here a window offers a good view of the Tyrrhenian sea, seven kilometres to the north.Views of town, country and seaOn the top floor are a pair of bedrooms, each reached by their own discrete staircase. The larger connects to a terrace which has been covered by a fixed awning. There is an abundance of space, the potential for a certain degree of flexibility in the configuration of the home, and some lovely views of the surrounding town and countryside.In the thick of village lifeAll of the amenities needed for day-to-day life can be reached within a few minutes' walk from your front door, including grocery shops, a butcher's, bakery and fishmonger. Fruit and vegetables are sold door-to-door, and a medical centre, dentist's and pharmacy are all within easy reach. Want to know more?

Casa Lapi - GratteriLost in the atmospheric cobbled streets of the ancient hilltop village of Gratteri, Casa Lapi is a rough gem that is available for an incredible price. A corner property on three storeys, it has an unusual floor plan which branches out like a tree on the top floor.In need of some attention, it is nonetheless habitable as it is, and the renovations will not need to be exhaustive. Rather, a little modernisation and some decoration to reflect the historic context, and you will have a beautifully positioned holiday home near the Sicilian north coast.Cosy accommodation in a charming corner of townThe ground floor is mostly taken up by an entrance hall which doubles as a utility room. A large old sink sits underneath the electric boiler which provides hot water to the adjacent bathroom. This contains a miniature tub with a shower attachment. On the first floor is a small bedroom, with a window overlooking the narrow street in front of the property. The well-presented marble stairs lead up to the top level, at which point the interior becomes noticeably more roomy and also much lighterA window onto a historic and naturally beautiful regionThe second floor is split in two; a kitchen with enough space to accommodate a dining table, and a large living room with a balcony at the far end. This could also be a bedroom if you prefer to wake up with the sunlight. The balcony overlooks the nearby streets but also gives you a view of the surrounding mountains and hillsides.Gratteri stands at 650m above sea level, midway into the great range of the Madonie Natural Park, whose tallest peaks are at 2000m. It is even possible to ski towards these altitudes, in the island's short winter months. The Mediaeval town grew up in the eleventh century around a castle whose ruins are still evident today. With a hilltop position it commands incredible panoramic views of the green hills and sparkling turquoise sea just seven kilometres to the north. For a full description of the property please visit our website Want to know more?

Palazzo Petta - Gratteri650m above sea level, and just a twenty minute drive from the nearest beach, Palazzo Petta is found near the edge of the hilltop village of Gratteri in the Madonie Natural Park.With the green hills of the surrounding countryside a paradise for lovers of nature and Sicilian culture, and everything from the snow-capped peaks of the mountain range to the pristine beach town of Cefalù on your doorstep, this is a truly inspiring setting for a retirement home, a remote working base or a holiday property.A once-IN-A-lifetime adventureThe palazzo is in need of a complete renovation, with the current condition of the building not even safe to enter at the present. However, the asking price is enticingly low, and we estimate that a budget of around €100,000 will be enough to create a completely modern interior that offers two bedrooms, two bathrooms and plenty of living space.There is some fabulous raw material to work with, too. The old stone walls are steeped in historical character, and the setting in a village which has been an important part of the Madonie's cultural landscape since the middle ages will provide ample inspiration.Specialists in restoration work, speaking your languageThe adventure of restoring an old palazzo is an incredibly rewarding one, and the finished property will be completely your own, with the option to customise every detail to fit your needs and personal style.If you are nervous about the logistics of a project on this scale, help is at hand. Has a specialist project management unit for construction and renovation work; and we would be delighted to share every step of this journey with you.Whether you need our extensive network of professional and trade contacts, help with the bureaucratic demands of securing planning permission or someone to visit the site on a regular basis if you're not going to be in the area during the work, we can offer a guarantee of peace of mind, realistic projections for timescale and budget, and the assurance that everything will be completed to the very highest international standard. Want to know more?

Gorgeous Townhouse in the MadonieCasa Giovanna is a charming three-storey property in the charming village of Gratteri, well connected to surrounding seaside towns and open to your customisation, all at an astonishing price.La dolce vita without breaking the bankAt an unbeatable price of 35,000€, Casa Giovanna stands as an incredible opportunity for those seeking an affordable relocation to Sicily. Offering generous space and excellent connectivity to surrounding cities and towns, this property is a true gem.Moreover, relocating to Sicily opens doors to enticing tax benefits for smart-workers and entrepreneurs. Italy's initiative to incentivize migration to its tranquil towns extends to offering up to 90% tax breaks for first-time movers. Seize the chance to make Sicily your new home and reap the rewards of a peaceful lifestyle in a breathtaking setting.Create your dream home in the MadonieCasa Giovanna has boundless potential for customisation. Unlike many properties, this charming home requires minimal renovation aside from the installation of electrical and heating systems, offering the opportunity to focus on personalising the space to your liking. The top floor especially has a lot of potential for personalisation, transform it into a cosy retreat, a home office, or whatever you envision for it. With its solid foundation and spacious layout, Casa Giovanna is the perfect canvas for crafting your dream home in Sicily's serene countryside. All roads lead to GratteriSituated in the charming, traditional village of Gratteri, less than half an hour’s drive from the gorgeous seaside towns of Lascari and Cefalù, Casa Giovanna offers the perfect blend of coastal tranquillity and rural charm.Furthermore, within an hour's drive, you'll find yourself immersed in the vibrant energy of Sicily's bustling capital, Palermo. Here, you can explore grand theatres, marvel at the breathtaking cathedral, and indulge in the iconic street food that epitomizes Sicilian cuisine. Whether seeking coastal serenity or urban excitement, Casa Giovanna serves as an idyllic base for experiencing the diverse wonders of Sicily. Want to know more?

Casale Mario - GratteriBeautifully renovated tuscan-style farmhouse and dependence in a huge 12 acre estate in rural sicilyTwelve acres of beautiful vineyards, olive grove and pasture across the lower slopes of the gorgeous Madonie Natural Park, Casale Mario is home to a pair of separate houses.A master farmhouse and flexible guest accommodationThe main building is a two-storey, Tuscan-style farmhouse with two bedrooms, three bathrooms and a vast open plan living room encompassing a lounge around an open fireplace, a fully fitted kitchen and a lovely family dining area. The flagstone patio which runs alongside the side of the structure leads you right up to the edge of the vineyard, leaving you feeling completely at one with the nature and tradition of the area.The smaller dependence also offers two bedrooms, and again, each has an en-suite bathroom. They also enjoy Juliet balconies which provide light, warmth and fabulous views across the estate and surrounding hills.There is even a third little residence, an independent bedroom with its own bathroom in a converted storeroom underneath the smaller house.In perfect condition, with all fixtures and furnishingA recent renovation sees each of these homes presented in superb condition, with modern fittings, double-glazed windows and sparkling bathrooms. As the asking price includes all contents, the purchaser will also inherit some beautiful pieces of furniture, including irresistible leather sofas, elegantly designed wardrobes and comfortable king-sized beds.A vast hillside estate and stunning settingThe 4.8 hectare plot includes a 8000m2 vineyard producing delicious grapes every harvest season, and a 150-tree olive grove that yields a bumper 500kg of premium grade oil each year.Just a 15 minute drive from the nearest beach, and 25 minutes from the iconic Cefalù, with the full glory of the Madonie Park on your doorstep, this is a paradise for lovers of every form of the great Mediterranean outdoors.This is a unique opportunity to buy not only a beautiful home in Sicily but a going agricultural concern and a rich well of potential for investment in the tourist sector. Want to know more?