Villa dei Diamanti, Sicily

A luxury 3-bedroom seaside single-family villa for sale in the marine protected area of Plemmirio. The villa has a total floor space of around 230 sqm. The garden, with typical Mediterranean vegetation, measures 2,500 sqm. The villa was constructed in 1980 but was renovated in 2010. It is the perfect holiday home and it has a […]

Nobile Torre Centenaria, Sicily

About 300 metres from the beach, in an historic and unique context, there is a noble, century-old tower with fabulous views over Favignana and Erice. The villa dates from around 1900 but was renovated in 2010. The private entrance leads to a spacious and cosy living room adorned with a spectacular semi-circular stone vault. An […]

Feudo Gaddimelli, Sicily

An early-1800s villa with sea view in which were filmed many scenes from the Italian TV series Montalbano and Il Capo dei Capi. The villa itself is spread on a single level and is 1,000 sqm in size, with a garden of 1,700 sqm and surrounding parkland of 25,000 sqm. The main access leads to […]

Musso apartment, Lombardy

This spacious 1-bedroom apartment forms part of a small palazzo of only a few units, in the centre of Musso, on the northern shores of Lake Como, with superb lake views and only about 90 minutes from Milan airports. The property provides about 55 sqm of accommodation which includes large, open-plan living room with corner […]

Mezzegra home, Lombardy

This lovely 3-bedroom, semi-detached villa forms part of a small residence of very recent construction in Mezzegra with swimming pool and magnificent lake views. The property provides about 100 sqm of accommodation over two floors, as follows: Ground floor: Entrance into open- plan living room with kitchen to view, bedroom, bathroom and covered portico with […]

Mezzegra semi-detached villa, Lombardy

This lovely 3-bedroom, semi-detached villa with spectacular lake views is located in a quiet residential area of Mezzegra, on the western shore of Lake Como and just 75 minutes from Milan airports. The villa, which is built over three floors, provides about 240 sqm of accommodation and includes a large living room with fireplace, kitchen/dining […]

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Old farm masserie in Puglia Italy

Our experts are here to help with all your questions about Italy. This month they cover travelling in Puglia, buying property in a UNESCO-listed region, and the palio of Tarquinia… Photos by iStock Holidays in Puglia Q I have visited Puglia before, staying in a beautiful countryside villa set in own grounds with private pool. I […]

Lovingly restored 4-bed home, Le Marche

This impeccable, four bedroomed, three bath, detached home is situated in the medieval town of Patrignone and dates back to the 12th century. The town is steeped in history and boasts a restaurant specialising in making homemade pizza in a wood burning oven. Situated in the stunning region of Le Marche and just a short […]

Casa Famiglia, Le Marche

The perfect family holiday home.  Casa Famiglia has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a big kitchen, spacious living room, terrific pool area, comforting loggia, big views and proximity to everything from its base just 5 minutes from San Ginesio.  The house is certified to the latest anti-earthquake standards.  Located in the heart of Le Marche Casa Famiglia […]

Ostuni, Puglia

  Andy Morling, by email “I came across this scene whilst wandering the streets of Ostuni, Puglia out of season. The whitewashed buildings  provided a wonderfully neutral background to the rich colours of the Ape van and the decorative window frame. Italy generally, and Puglia in particular, can be relied upon to effortlessly throw up […]