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In a panoramic position, in the exclusive resort of Punta Ala, modern villa with pool and Mediterranean garden of about 1,500 sqm. The villa is spread over 2 levels, both surrounded by magnificent terraces with sea view; downstairs, there is the living area with fireplace and dining room with large windows to enjoy the views over the sea and Elba Island, kitchen and bathroom; upstairs, there are 3 large bedrooms with 2 bathrooms; at pool level (5x8) there are also two rooms with bathroom and utility room. The materials used are exposed stone on the outdoor walls, fine Vietri tiles on the floors and in the bathrooms, terracotta on the large terraces. The terraced garden, on different levels, is composed mostly of ornamental native plants including oaks, olive trees, strawberry trees, rosemary, bay leaves, pomegranates and many others. The property includes 2 large garages (tot 41 sqm) where it is also possible to park in the area in front of them. The property is in excellent condition.

Stunning 3-storey historic Palace located in Cascina, Pisa. Close to Pisa International Airport, this impressive complex (2,500 SQM) includes 12,300 SQM of gardens, as well as 3 additional buildings on the main plot (320 SQM). The Venetian mosaic floors and the fully frescoed walls stand as testimony to the Palace's unique history; having hosted events and characters that have been crucial in both local and national history. The property requires renovation, and has currently been restored for approx. surface of 700 SQM. The Palace could serve for multiple purposes; both as a residential development, or a hospitality business, or conference centre.

Prestigious domain of the noble family Agliata, in 1840 the domain passes to Princes Corsini then to Pozzo di Borgo family. The project and construction date back to the second half of the 16th century. The current architectural configuration is due to the important renovations of the eighteenth century: the central body, adorned with a loggia with five Tuscan arches, is joined by two lateral wings which form a large courtyard closed to the park by an imposing castiron fence and gate. The internal structure and decorations are characterized by its trompe-l'oeils; the frescoes of the villa and the exteriors of the loggia were executed by famous artists. The house is composed of Salone delle Feste, entirely decorated with frescoes by the great Ademollo, with a coffered ceiling decorated in gold leaf, connected to the Sala della Musica. The Sala di Nettuno and the 'Sala del fresco' dating from the 1500s are incredibly beautiful, as are the neighboring rooms, which are also decorated with frescoes. Characterized by a majestic architectural trompe-l'oeil, the large dining room opens its windows on the park. The Villa, with a surface of more than 2200 m² with 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms, is immersed into a 10-hectare park with large magnolias and oaks some of them are 400 years old, a private chapel and 'la Torretta'. The 260 m² tower is a magnificent neo-gothic building, decorated in trompe-l'oeil, and simulates a medieval fortress built on the original plans of a tower of the pisan belvedere of the 1200s., its inside the park, in a panoramic position, about 600 meters from the main Villa. From the inner courtyard you can reach four apartments, consisting of a dining area with kitchenette, a living room, a bedroom and a bathroom. The property also has an outbuilding of 200 sqm over two floors with two apartments each with a bedroom, a bathroom and a living room and two warehouses of 95 sqm. The park is crossed by a stream of spring water forming a natural waterfall.

In the heart of Tuscany and located in a small village a few km from Montepulciano one finds this architectural compound of about 7000 square meters. It is composed of a beautiful Italian garden with century-old trees, a dipping pool and a harmonious neoclassical chapel that can be reached by a long walkway adorned with roses. The 19th century villa has been refurbished several times and now owns a brick tower with a Ghibelline crenellation from which one can enjoy a breathtaking view of Montepulciano and Val di Chiana, as well as a complex of stone farmhouses and elements typical of the Sienese countryside. A historic residence of great charm which is partly fenced with stone walls, separating the property from the village. The entire structure has about 2400 square meters of which 1154 are habitable and about 1300 square meters of storage including warehouses, chicken coops and garages. The villa is spread over five levels, offers large bright spaces. It is partly frescoed with marble floors and two living units to date, one on the ground floor and one on the first floor with a total of 7 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. The units are accessed via an important travertine staircase with frescoed ceilings. In the adjacent outbuilding there are three apartments with independent entrances all located on the first floor while on the ground floor there are cellars and garages. Here one finds the typical characteristics of farmer's arrangements of the time, such as wooden beams on the ceilings, brick vaults, terracotta. The apartments are composed as follows: a- dining room, living room and kitchen on the first floor and two bedrooms with a bathroom on the second floor; b- study, porch and entrance on the ground floor, living room, two bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor and attic on the second floor. c- kitchen/dining space, two bedrooms and bathroom on the first floor. At the back a large shed opens its doors to agricultural land that is about 1.5ha with approx. 300 olive trees in production and an organic vegetable garden. The structure needs a complete restoration, but offers great potential. It could host a private residence with the possibility of attached apartments to rent or to host friends, it could become the headquarters of a company that needs a representative structure, it could host a museum given the historical and artistic importance that the property holds, but it could also become a small boutique hotel a stone's throw away from Val d'Orcia and convenient for those who want to forget about driving when on holiday. Montepulciano is only 1km away, Siena 65 Km, Florence 1 hour and Rome is 2 hours.

A stone's throw from the thermal baths with their golf course, typical Tuscan farmhouse dating back to the early 1900s, located on top of a hill with a splendid view of the surrounding hills and up to the Argentario sea. It is surrounded by a garden of about 5,000 sqm. The house, of 180 square meters, is spread over two floors and is composed as follows. On the ground floor there is a kitchen, a living room with fireplace and a magnificent dining room with a veranda, a bedroom and a bathroom; upstairs, there are three bedrooms with two bathrooms and a small terrace. In 2000 the property was completely renovated respecting the Tuscan style with the use of natural materials such as exposed chestnut beams, terracotta from Castel Viscardo and stone for the external walls. The garden is decorated with typical Mediterranean plants such as olive trees, cypresses, rosemary, lavender and wisteria. The property includes a swimming pool (10 m x 3 m) which takes up the style of the typical old fountain, a carport, a barbecue area and a wood-burning oven, an alarm system and a 3,000-liter water tank. The property is sold with all its furnishings.

In the green countryside of Modena, not far from the motorway exit, we find this well-kept farm in production with farmhouse and restaurant. The company includes an area of about 15 hectares on which there is a business center of about 6000 square meters, which includes a restaurant with a small conference room, the old farmhouse completely renovated into a B&B with 7 delightfully furnished bedrooms all with ensuite bathrooms and 2 agricultural warehouses. The company is in excellent condition.

This typical Tuscan estate is located on the rolling hills of Chianti, near the village of Castellina in Chianti. It is a property of about 40 hectares comprising a part of woodland, arable land and a large portion used for olive groves, from which the DOP extra virgin olive oil is produced. The olive grove is a beautiful setting for the three buildings that stand on a knoll overlooking the valley of the Pesa stream. The main villa, dated around the 14th century, retains the characteristics of the constructions of that era: the facade and part of the interior with exposed stones, the original 'chiantigiana wood beamed ceilings, pavements with handmade terracotta, and a large chimney of newer construction. The house consists of three floors which are totally renovated in accordance with the Tuscan tradition. The ground floor is about 120 square meters now divided into a large kitchen with a working fireplace, dining room and living room in which there is a large fireplace of the late 19th century. On the first floor there is a bedroom with a balcony overlooking the beautiful hills of Greve in Chianti and Panzano, the bathroom with shower, sauna and hot tub, two more bedrooms and a further bathroom with shower and laundry. Upstairs, 35 square meters approximately, there is a single bedroom with bathroom and shower; the latter room enjoys the most striking view of the valley. In the exterior of the first building there is a perfectly functioning old wood oven with attached woodwork and a storage room. The second villa, currently intended for guests, is newer, dated around the 19th century, and has been renovated dividing it into two floors of about 90 square meters each. The ground floor, with a beautiful stained glass window on a small lawn surrounded by a lavender hedge, consists of a living room, a kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom. Upstairs, which is accessed by an outdoor staircase on a beautiful panoramic terrace, there is a living room with a fireplace, a small kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom. The two apartments are connected by an internal staircase located in the former stable now transformed into a large disengagement area. Surrounding the main villa and the secondary villa there is a rustic English garden, with terraces of olive trees, oaks, cypresses and fragrant aromatic plants. The 12x6m pool is accessible by stone stairs that respect the style of the Farmhouses, and it is surrounded by a hedge of oleanders and Corbezzoli. The estate is about 6km from Castellina in Chianti, the nearest village, 30km from Siena and 40km from Florence.

This enchanting property is truly the Tuscan dream, surrounded by greenery and a breath taking view overlooking the hills where Brunello, one of the most popular wines in the world is produced. It is positioned in a corner of paradise, only a few steps from the hamlet of Montalcino and is perfectly inserted in a countryside context even if isn't isolated. The property consists of a stone farmhouse of about 300 sqm, an annex of 10 sqm and a spectacular swimming pool with a waterfall heated by solar panels which also serve for the hot water of the house. Completely refurbished in 2011, it guarantees compliance with anti-seismic regulations and is well insulated, the farmhouse develops on three levels and each floor has external access. Everything has been built with high standard materials and every single detail has been designed to completely fulfill the surrounding spaces at their best. It is surrounded by about 8000 sqm of land with 30 olive trees. The driveway leads to the parking lot next to the lawn where a delightful water lily pond creates a perfect setting for enjoying a spectacular panorama, and uttermost relaxation. Starting from the basement, the property has classy finishes even in the area that was meant to be a garage, where today there is a large living room with a fireplace, a study and a bathroom. Climbing a staircase made with a brick vaulted ceiling one reaches the S1 floor from which through large French windows one may access the fantastic terrace overlooking the pool, priceless space to enjoy the enchanting landscape of the Sienese countryside. On this floor there are two living areas, one with a fireplace and one with TV, as well as a dining room and a kitchen with a utility room, where for convenience, a bathroom has been created. Climbing further one arrives at the ground floor which houses the sleeping area with three comfortable bedrooms, one with double en-suite bathroom and fireplace. This floor is connected with the garden on the same level as the annex of about 10 sqm is, perfect for a studio. One of the most interesting aspects of this property is the convenience of being connected to the municipal aqueduct as well as having a well for irrigation, the underfloor heating is LPG while there is air conditioning in the bedrooms. The property is surrounded by important wineries and other properties of important personalities such as artists, or businessmen just 12 minutes from the prestigious Castiglion del Bosco Golf Club, 40 km from Siena and only 70km from the sea, 20km from Pienza, 13km from Buonconvento where there is the train station and 110km from Florence airport.

This Historic Villa is located on the outskirts of Siena. Located in the famous Municipality of Monteriggioni, this charming aristocratic estate offers an elegant and refined setting, thanks to a 3-hectare private park, which is crowned with an Italian garden on the flat terrace overlooking the Hill of Sienna with great views on the Tower of the Palazzo dei Priori, that glows after sunset. Behind the Villa, we find an original reservoir pond, dated 1877, for the collection of rainwater, which guarantees irrigation to the gardens, as well as being an immense and beautiful pond for fish, within the secular trees surrounding this enclave. The olive grounds are filled with fawns and deer, as well as a beautiful cypress driveway that is supported by other 3-gate accesses to the public roads. Sienna downtown is a 5 minute drive. The Villa, whose last renovation dates back to the 1980s, offers large reception spaces, formal living rooms, and healthy and well-designed structure. On the main floor there are the three en-suite rooms, as well as a disengagement that leads to the upper floor where there is the pool/living room, a lounge room, and large under-roof space whose heights would allow additional surfaces to be allocated for residential use. The Kitchen, although dated, keeps intact some excellent features such as the large outbreak with exposed grilling, typical of the Villas of the late eighteenth century. The Villa is joined by a staff apartment with independent access for 85 SQM, and two warehouse compartments for a total of 46 MQ.

Beautiful complex consisting of three buildings, of which two are completely renovated with high quality finishes and the third, the barn, which needs to be restored, but with a project already in place and pending approval. The manor house of about 500 square meters, is on three levels. On the ground floor: study, kitchen, living room and small bathroom, as well as a large loggia in front of the kitchen and second loggia with a belvedere; on the first floor: entrance, living room, large study and bathroom; on the second floor: three bedrooms and two bathrooms. 4340 square meters of garden and land of relevance. The guest house of about 204 square meters and is on two levels: on the ground floor there are kitchen / living room, bathroom, hallway and two bedrooms, as well as a large pergola in front of the kitchen and second loggia in front; on the first floor: large living room, bedroom and bathroom. The adjoin garden measures about 800 square meters. The barn in need of restoration is on two levels and currently measures 150 square meters, but the renovation project includes the division of the large room in two levels to obtain another 200 square meters. Finally, the land of relevance measures 5000 square meters.

Unique and suggestive house of 450sqm approx. , with a XIX-century U-shaped internal plan, built after the Pieve of the tenth century and measuring approx. 250 square meters. The property has a central courtyard with lawn and an Italian garden in front. The house is on two floors; it is accessed by a side door that leads into the internal courtyard. The house consists of 2 living rooms, 2 living rooms, two kitchens, four double bedrooms and four bathrooms. The property is completed not only by the Pieve but also by a lemon house of approx. 60 sqm ..

The property, dating back to the X century, is located in the heart of Chianti Classico (a few kilometers from Siena) in a beautiful historic village, on top of a hill, from where one can enjoy a stunning view. It is surrounded by 48 ha of land (120 acres), of which 14 ha (35 acres) are dedicated to high quality DOCG vineyard and 3 ha (8 acres) to olive groves. The castle includes around 1,300 sqm of housing and service areas, several halls, a large kitchen, a dining room with fireplace and a guest wing with 3 bedrooms. There are also 120 sqm of additional spaces. The owner has brought the castle and the entire village back to excellent conditions, renewed all the infrastructure, including a panoramic swimming pool (18 x 9 m) and a new cellar of about 1,000 square meters with a tasting room and with the best equipment to carry out the complete winemaking cycle.

Delightful detached house, with beautiful sea views, inside the residence of Mucchi Bianchi, Baja Sardinia. The house is in perfect condition, a short walk from the beach and consists of three bedrooms, including two with bunk beds and a double one, each with a bathroom. The living area develops with an open living room and kitchen, with magnificent sea views that communicate with a large outdoor covered veranda, consisting of an outdoor living room and a kitchen, as well as a dining area with a barbeque area. A garden with an outdoor shower is also accessible from the veranda. Finally, there is a private outdoor parking space.

On the top of the Miata hill stands a unique property, where Sardinian tradition and contemporary style merge and from which you can enjoy a truly breathtaking panorama at 360 °: the blue of the sea cleverly alternates with pink granite rocks and the green of the Mediterranean vegetation. The colors of the plants and flowers, added by the owner's delicate hand, complete this explosion of colors. Despite the privacy of this location, from the Villa, it is possible to reach in a few minutes the most popular areas on the Costa Smeralda. The property is divided into three areas, eachone overlooking the sea: - the main villa with lounge, dining room, kitchen, master suite with double bathroom, dressing room, service bathroom; downstairs: library, bathroom, laundry rooms and staff service. Upstairs two other double bedrooms, two bathrooms and dressing rooms and private terrace. - The Stazzu with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. - La Torretta with bedroom, dressing room and bathroom. Garden and solarium. The property includes a large and well-equipped bbq area and a covered outdoor lounge. The swimming pool, partly nestled between the rocks, is 25 m long, insinuates itself from the outside of the house to the inside and is equipped with heating and countercurrent lap lane. Garage and two covered parking spaces. There are two heating systems: one with the split and the other with under-floor heating. Air conditioning for cooling. The whole property is equipped with an alarm and fire alarm system and insists on a 6500 m2 plot.

The building is spread over two floors. The ground floor occupies an area of 120 square meters and consists of two apartments. Each apartment has 2 living rooms, 3 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms, with independent entrances from the main street. One of the apartments also shares a small internal courtyard. The first floor, accessed through a flight of stairs in the main entrance, occupies an area of about 220 square meters. Currently divided into two apartments, it can easily be reunited as one. Both units have independent entrances. The smaller apartment occupies almost 100 square meters and includes a large living room with a kitchenette, two bedrooms, a walk-in closet, and two bathrooms. The main apartment features two large living rooms, a dining room, a kitchen, a laundry area, and a bathroom with a dressing room. Additionally, the first floor can be accessed from a secondary entrance located in a parallel street. The second floor is an integral part of the main apartment and covers an area of approximately 120 square meters. It offers a terrace with a view of the Carmine church and a small terrace that can be used for outdoor cooking. Inside, there is a bright living area, 3 bedrooms (one with a walk-in closet), a bathroom, a small laundry room, and a study located in the mezzanine area (12 square meters). The building, located in via Ruggero Settimo in the heart of the historic center, was renovated in 2005. The owners also carried out seismic adjustment interventions during the renovation. With its large vaults, the building provides freshness and airiness. It is situated 200 meters from Piazza XVI Maggio and 400 meters from the Cathedral of Noto. The beaches of Noto Marina and Eloro are a 15-minute drive away, while the oasis of Vendicari and Marzamemi can be reached with a few additional minutes. Syracuse is 25 km away, and Catania

This delightful villa with swimming pool and private garden is located in the extraordinary scenery of the hamlet of San Lorenzo. The property is a new construction with a modern style with minimal design. Consisting of two bedrooms with internal and external bathroom, a large living room with open space kitchen and a terrace overlooking the sea. The location is privileged: a few meters from the state road that crosses the Vendicari reserve, just 2 km from the renowned village of Marzamemi and only 8 km from the baroque city of Noto. Ideal for holidays and to be used as a holiday home.

Among the Iblee hills, in Ragusa, stands one of the most exclusive villas in Sicily. The integration of interior and exterior is the villa's distinguishing feature: the interior design combines attention to esthetic and rationality, giving rise to large spaces, illuminated by large windows; a home in which, thanks in part to the quality of the materials and the care of the finishes, the villa is an example of modern design and excellence. Dominating the view of the valley and Ragusa Ibla is a solarium with a suspended infinity pool. The recently built property is spread over two levels: the ground floor is conceived as a large open space that accommodates three distinct areas: the large open kitchen with peninsula, the dining area and large living room, finely furnished, with a retractable fireplace in the center of the living room and a convenient laundry/dispensary area. The lower floor, reached by a flight of stairs, is used as a sleeping area and houses the bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, with panoramic views of the city and the elegant walk-in closet. The house is surrounded by a 3ha garden that allows for privacy in a private setting. The location is optimal, only minutes from the baroque town of Ragusa Ibla and Modica, and five minutes from the center of Ragusa and all useful services. It is only 20 minutes from Comiso airport, 20 minutes from the highway entrance, and 90 minutes from Fontanarossa airport in Catania.

This fascinating property spreads over an area of approximately 10,200 square meters in a unique south-facing position surrounded by the sea on three sides and almost completely overlooking the enchanting island of Ortigia; it consists of four buildings that stand on a large flat green area with a private dock and direct access to the sea. The main property, of about 100 square meters originally the caretaker's house, is located in the entrance area followed inside by two imposing buildings with a total area of 1,650 square meters and has completed a small villa of about 100 square meters with direct access to a picturesque beach surrounded by total privacy, and to the private dock. The splendid context makes this property unique, which will become even more beautiful once it is restored. The property is an ideal investment for the realization of an exclusive and prestigious resort which could have about thirty rooms, restaurants, bar, exclusive beach access and dock for private boats as a service to the customer. The splendid Sarausa so pronounced in Sicilian, recognized as a World Heritage Site by Unesco, is today considered one of the most important artistic capitals in Europe, so powerful in the past that it can compete with Athens. As a matter of facts, Cicerone defined the Sicilian city as the most beautiful of all. Scenic place and agorà still hosts, in a breathtaking scenery, an exclusive series of classical representations that bring it back to its ancient function.

The villa overlooks one of the most pristine places of the south-west coast of Sicily, between the nature reserve of the river Platani, Torre Salsa, the geological site Chiodo D'Oro and enjoys a spectacular 180 ° view of the countryside and the sea in the distance. The villa is spread over three floors: the living area with lounge, fireplace and large windows overlooking the sea, in front there is the dining room, with French doors overlooking the pool and look towards the coast and two double bedrooms, one has an en-suite bathroom with shower, the other has a sea view and a private bathroom next door. On this same floor there is also the kitchen, in a slightly elevated position. In the basement there are two more bedrooms: one double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower and one double bedroom with an external bathroom. The rooms of this floor are provided with a window in the ceiling to illuminate and air. On this floor there is also a living area, a fitness room and a laundry area. On the second floor there is a Suite, accessible only externally through an external staircase, composed of a double bedroom, a bathroom with shower and a kitchenette. The rooms on the ground floor and the Suite have air conditioning. The wonderful outdoor space around the pool allows you to enjoy the Sicilian life in the open air, from which you can admire the fantastic surrounding landscape, from the countryside to the sea. We find the outdoor dining area and a relaxation area in the shade of the veranda.

Isola Lunga, also known as Isola Grande is the largest of the Stagnone, and is located in the beautiful Marsala. The portion of the island for sale is 88 hectares, within which there are some ruined properties that can be restored. The island is known for the presence of famous regenerating salt pans, and for the well-known wellness paths which are among the most fascinating experiences. The Isola Lunga Nature Reserve is rich in breathtaking landscapes that make it unique in the world for its habitat, biodiversity, for its natural vocation for psycho / physical well-being and for its fauna and flora. The island is crossed by a dirt road that runs through a wood of maritime pines with intoxicating scents. On the west side we find the salt pans, while on the opposite side there is a long beach of very fine white sand, named for the beauty and transparency of its sea Tahiti.