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In a panoramic position overlooking the sea and the Strait of Messina, in northern Sicily, villa to be renovated with outbuildings for sale. The main house (326 m² – 3,508 ft²) is a single-story building, as are the two outbuildings (total 64 m² – 689 ft²). All the buildings need major restoration and reconstruction work, but the private location and very close to services make this property very attractive. About 6.0 hectares of land surround the structures.

For daily needs, the nearby supermarket is also within easy walking distance (less than 5'), while other basic services (gas stations, hospital, schools, pharmacies...) require only a short drive from the house. The junction of the A20 highway (Messina-Palermo) is less than a fifteen-minute drive away.

This elegant rural casa padronale (country house) is set within the hills of southeastern Sicily. Positioned between 425 and 450 meters above sea level, the estate overlooks terraced fields supported by historic dry-stone walls and lies near the protected Bosco di Santo Pietro Mediterranean reserve.

Carefully restored and expanded, the property combines historic architecture, modern amenities, and high-value agricultural land, creating a perfect balance between tradition and contemporary rural living.

EXTERIOR

The buildings are immersed in a 5,700-m² park that includes beautiful gardens, a 200-m² swimming pool and a convenient parking area.

The agricultural part of the estate covers a total surface of 20.0 hectares (49.4 acres): most of the property is covered in agricultural fields (14.0 ha) with olive trees and cereal cultivation. The vineyards (6.1 ha) includes typically Sicilian varieties such as Nero d’Avola, Frappato and Cerasuolo di Vittoria vines.

In a panoramic position on the island of Lipari, in the archipelago of the Aeolian Islands, less than 100 m from the sea, historic villa with garden for sale. The property enjoys a privileged location due to its proximity to the historic center of Lipari with its characteristic alleys and the famous beach of Porto della Genti (better known as Portinenti). The villa is also just over a kilometer from the port of Lipari, from where ferries to Sicily depart regularly.

The villa (373 m², 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms) is structured on two levels.

• Ground floor: living room, kitchen with original oven, study, bedroom with exit to the porch, laundry, storage rooms and tool shed. In the courtyard to the side of the house, protected by a porch, are the old tools for pressing olives and grapes (including an original masonry millstone) that were part of the property.
• First floor: three bedrooms (all with balconies, two with access to the panoramic terrace) and two bathrooms. From the terrace there is a breathtaking view of the sea, Portinente beach, Monte Rosa and the Cathedral of St. Bartholomew.

The building is in habitable condition: finishes include original period floors and solid wood fixtures with double glazing that ensure good energy efficiency. The mansion dates back to the late eighteenth century and is protected by Decree of the Assessor of Cultural and Environmental Heritage of the Region of Sicily.

Just 1 km from the sea of Sicily, near the Foci de Platani and Torre Salsa natural reserves, farm for sale. The main house (511 m² – 5,498 ft², 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms) dates back to the 1930s and was initially a very simple building with a rectangular plan. Over the years the structure was then expanded and modernized to its present appearance. The building is divided into three residential units in need of minor modernization and finishing:

• Apt. A: entrance hall, living room with dining room, eat-in kitchen, four bedrooms, four bathrooms and laundry room;
• Apt. B: living room with dining area and open kitchen, two bedrooms and two bathrooms;
• Apt. C: living room with kitchenette, bathroom and bedroom.

A warehouse and storage room with huge oven and outdoor showers complete the property.

The house then has a large agricultural warehouse (120 m² – 1,291 ft²) and two sheds, very convenient as shelter for cars and/or work tools.

The property covers a total area of about 23.9 hectares (59.2 acres) placed on a gentle hillside. Surrounding the buildings is the garden (6,600 m²) while much of the farmland is covered by vineyards (16.6 ha) of Cabernet Sauvignon, Catarratto, Chardonnay, Grillo, Petit Verdot, Pinot Grigio and Syrah varieties.

The estate also includes an olive grove (2.8 ha) planted several decades ago and already productive. The rest of the estate is covered by arable land and woods (3.8 ha).

In the hills of Palermo, near Piana degli Albanesi and about half an hour from the sea, organicfarm with Agriturismo and riding stables for sale. The farm stretches in its entirety for about 6.6 hectares located on a slight hillside and focuses its activities on oil production and hosting guests.

The farmhouse (1,000 m² – 10,760 ft², 19 bedrooms and 20 bathrooms) is a large building arranged on three floors served by an elevator. The facility includes sixteen air-conditioned rooms, eighteen bathrooms, restaurant (80 seats plus outdoor seating in summer) with pizzeria, lounge bar, billiard room, wellness center with hammam and Finnish sauna and various pantries and storerooms, and finally accommodation for janitors (3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms).

The property is served by a 20-kW photovoltaic system with accumulators and solar panels for hot water and is equipped with a video surveillance system to ensure privacy and security.

Other buildings include a barn (180 m² – 1,937 ft²), a warehouse for packing (180 m² – 1,937 ft²), and a riding arena (1,000 m² – 10,760 ft²) with horse stalls and ancillary rooms.

In the garden are a 15 × 7.5 m heated swimming pool with solarium, a covered gazebo (80 m² – 861 ft²) used as a gym, and ample parking for guests.

There are also plans to submit an expansion project to build eight prefabricated bungalows (which would add twenty beds to the accommodation business).

Nestled on the picturesque island of Lipari, the largest of the stunning Aeolian Islands, this enchanting villa offers comfort, charm, and breathtaking panoramic views. Spanning two levels and boasting approximately 250 m² of covered living space, the property commands uninterrupted views over Canneto Bay, with the iconic silhouettes of Panarea, Stromboli, and Vulcano at the horizon.

Designed for both relaxation and entertaining, the home features two expansive terraces of 90 m² and 60 m², perfect for al fresco dining or simply soaking in the Mediterranean sunsets. A lovely 75-m² garden offers a green oasis just steps from the sea.

Inside, the villa offers 4 spacious bedrooms and 5 well-appointed bathrooms, ensuring both privacy and convenience for guests and family alike. The large panoramic lounge serves as the heart of the home, filled with natural light and breathtaking sea views. A cozy living room invites quiet reading or evening conversation, while a fully equipped eat-in kitchen, additional kitchenette, and laundry area provide practicality without sacrificing style.

A charming covered porch completes the property, ideal for shaded relaxation during warm Summer afternoons.

Located just a short distance from Lipari’s vibrant town center and the crystal-clear waters of Canneto Beach, this property is not just a home – it’s a serene island retreat in one of Italy’s most captivating archipelagos.

In Sicily, just 5 km from Mount Etna Regional Park, farm with restored 17th-century villa and 7.5 hectares of citrus, cherry and olive trees. Currently working as an “Agriturismo”, the property lies on a slight hill 15-minute drive from the beach.

 The building (700 m² – 7,532 ft²) is laid over two floors as follows:

• Ground floor: three reception rooms, two bathrooms, professional kitchen, two sitting rooms, three bedrooms and two technical rooms.
• First floor: twelve bedrooms and ten bathrooms.

The lush garden includes a children's playground, a barbecue area and two swimming pools with sunbathing area. The farm covers 7.5 hectares of land with a small olive grove (18 trees).

CLOSEST CITIES AND TOWNS

Mascali (7km; 15’), Acireale (25km; 35’), Parco dell’Etna (27km; 50’), Taormina (29km; 40’), Catania (35km; 45’), Messina (71km; 1h), Augusta (80km; 1h 5’), Milazzo (105km; 1h 25’), Ragusa (140km; 2h)

CLOSEST AIRPORTS

Catania Fontanarossa (48km; 45’); Aeroporto di Comiso (124km; 1h 45’); Palermo Falcone e Borsellino (274km; 3h); Aeroporto Trapani (355km; 3h 30’)

This historic property is nestled on the cliff of Ragusa Ibla, along the track of the old walls enclosing the historic center of the town. With 495 m² of surface, the property is made up of four building (in different state of repair, but all in need of renovation and/or completition) that could be converted into a charming private home or a B&B-like accommodation business. The 3,000-m² garden is laid over multiple stone terraces and is home to fruit trees, colorful hedges and even a pond to be used to create a pool.

In the heart of Ragusa is the one-of-a-kind Theater of Donnafugata, a small Baroque gem listed among the smallest of Europe (just over 100 seats).

The historic center of Ragusa, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Val di Noto, is set just above the property and can be quickly reached on foot (500m, 2’). Some of the most notable cities of Sicily can be reached in just over an hour by car (Modica, Comiso, Scicli, Marina di Ragusa, Noto, Marzamemi, Avola, Syracuse…).

Located a short distance from Palermo and the mainland (300 m), the Isola delle Femmine (literally, Island of the Women) is 13.9 hectares in surface with a maximum height of 35 m above sea level, where we can spot the remains of an ancient watchtower.

Once landed on the mainland, various cities in Sicily are easily reached: Palermo (19km; 40’), Monreale (21km; 40’), Trapani (92km; 1h 5’), Marsala (110km; 1h 25’) and Agrigento (189km; 2h 25’). Closest airports are Palermo Falcone-Borsellino (16km; 15’), Palermo Boccadifalco (16km; 15’), Trapani Birgi (97km; 1h 5’) and Catania Fontanarossa (223km; 1h 30’).

The seabed around the island is easily reachable, even by non-professional scuba-divers, thanks mainly to the incredible clearness of the water. And it is thanks to this clearness that one can admire the beautiful life forms typical of the island and several remaining of Greek and Roman age.

The island is characterized by the typical Mediterranean steppe, mainly covered in mallow, mandrake and erba stella on the higher ground which leave space to glasswort and bird’s-foot trefoil on the cliffs going toward the coastline. Further enriching the landscape we find beautiful Iris and Romulea flowers. Fauna is mainly composed of lizards, but there are also some beautiful and uncommon species of butterflies.

This 16-bedroom Agriturismo is located in the countryside of Sardinia, less than ten minutes from Alghero. Deep in the green, the main building is laid over a single floor and made up of 10 guest bedrooms, a beautiful veranda with breakfast room, the reception and the offices. Just a few steps away, two guesthouses include six guest apartments. A 2,000-sqm garden, well maintained and dotted with flowers, houses the swimming pool and a playground for children.

Easily reached by car, the Agriturismo allows visiting the most notable centers of Sardinia in less than two hours (Sassari, Porto Torres, Castelsardo, Olbia, San Teodoro, Porto Cervo…).