The stylish region of Lombardy combines romantic Alpine lakesides and elegant little cities. It’s long been loved by foreign property buyers, and with good reason, says Fleur Kinson Lombardy photos by Getty Images With an annual GDP that’s double the size of Italy’s next most productive region, Lombardy has been rightly dubbed the ‘economic […]
Fleur Kinson explores the best places to buy property in this popular northern region, which encompasses such jewels and Venice, Verona and Padua – not to mention swathes of lovely countryside Photos by Getty Images Veneto, tucked away in the northeast of Italy, is romantic and prosperous in equal measure. Home to 5 million inhabitants, […]
Romantic little cities, sleepy hills, shimmering rivers and long Adriatic beaches – Veneto has no shortage of enchantment. Seekers of urban apartments and of rural retreats should take a closer look, says Fleur Kinson Photos by Getty Images You’re a well-travelled italophile. You know all about Venice, and Romeo and Juliet’s Verona. But you […]
Comprised of two structurally rebuilt buildings, Villa Sabina is a three- to four-bedroom house, which also includes a stone cottage. There are great views and it’s just a walk to the nearest village with bar and restaurant. The property also benefits from easy access: Villa Sabina is close to the mountains and beaches, just 10 minutes […]
‘Capolavoro’ means ‘masterpiece’, and this Le Marche property really lives up to its name. It consists of a completely newly restored 220 sqm stone farmhouse, plus a 40 sqm cottage. Excellent build quality and terrific interior design touches including original beams, old cotto floor tiles, arched doorways, two fireplaces and a unique artisan crafted staircase. […]
This beautiful property is close to Meina, Lago Maggiore, and was built in the 1960s. It has been restored with modern architecture and is surrounded by a well-maintained park, with old trees, which slopes down to the road. The villa is in excellent condition and features bright and spacious rooms. Developed on two levels, it […]
About 4km from La Morra, in the heart of the Piedmont wine region and with stunning views of the Alps and Monte Viso, this is a beautifully renovated house with garden and swimming pool. On the ground floor is the living area with lounge, kitchen, bathroom and another room currently used as a warehouse. On […]
This typical village property is located just 1km from Lake Como in San Siro, some 8km north of Menaggio and about 90 minutes from Milan airports. The two houses provide about 240 sqm of accommodation between them. Both properties require renovation and would benefit from total modernisation, but both have superb lake views from all […]
This apartment, with superb lake views and lift access, forms part of a lovely residence with swimming pool and solarium in Gravedona, some 500 metres from the shore of Lake Como and about 90 minutes from Milan airports. The apartment, number A7, provides about 120 sqm of accommodation over two floors, and benefits from independent […]
If you’re thinking of a new life in Italy, Piedmont could be for you. Fleur Kinson discovers the property potential of this spectacular northern region… Photos by Getty Images Piedmont lies in the far northwest of Italy and gets its name from its location at the ‘foot of the mountains’. It is bordered by […]