Messina

Set on a tranquil rise overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, on the northern coast of Sicily near Torre Faro and the northern tip of the island of Sicily, this charming early-20th-century villa offers a rare combination of history, privacy and authentic Mediterranean living. Passed down through generations, the property retains the character of a traditional Sicilian country estate, where family heritage and a deep connection with the surrounding landscape remain an integral part of its identity.

Thanks to its features, the house would make an appealing private family residence or exclusive holiday retreat, while its generous grounds and established character also offer potential for a carefully conceived hospitality project.

The estate extends over approximately 12,500 m² of private land, providing a secluded setting amid greenery, with attractive views across the countryside and towards the Aeolian Islands. Its mature gardens and extensive outdoor spaces create a peaceful atmosphere, making the property particularly appealing to those seeking a private retreat close to the sea.

The villa offers five bedrooms and three bathrooms, alongside a spacious kitchen and several comfortable living areas, some featuring traditional fireplaces. Generous panoramic terraces extend the living spaces outdoors, providing an ideal setting for alfresco dining, entertaining guests or simply enjoying the mild Sicilian climate and the surrounding scenery.

Inside, the villa preserves much of its traditional character, enhanced by fine antique furnishings and handcrafted Sicilian furniture dating back to the early 20th century. These details lend the interiors a distinctive sense of history and individuality, complementing the natural beauty of the estate.

Set directly on the spectacular Strait of Messina, this exceptional Mediterranean villa offers a rare combination of seafront position, privacy, generous proportions and uninterrupted views across one of Sicily’s most evocative stretches of coastline.

The property extends over approximately 617 m² of internal space and features around 450 m² of terraces arranged across three levels. The residence is surrounded by 1,230 m² of private walled and gated gardens, while a 26-m² garage provides convenient covered parking. 

Particularly unusual for a waterfront property of this importance, the grounds offer a remarkable degree of privacy while remaining completely open to the surrounding panorama.

From the terraces and gardens, the views extend across the Strait of Messina towards the dramatic landscapes of Scylla and Charybdis, creating a constantly changing backdrop of sea, coastline and sky.

The defining characteristic of the estate, however, is its extraordinary direct relationship with the Mediterranean: private access leads directly to the beach, allowing the sea to become an integral part of everyday life.

The substantial interiors are currently arranged to accommodate ten bedrooms and seven bathrooms, together with generous reception and entertaining areas. The scale and configuration of the residence offer considerable flexibility, allowing the future owner to reinterpret the existing spaces according to personal requirements and create either an exceptional private home or an exclusive hospitality destination.

Large terraces distributed over three levels provide extensive outdoor living areas, ideal for enjoying the Mediterranean climate, entertaining guests or simply taking in the extraordinary views over the Strait.

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.