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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.

The baglio is located on a hill in the great valley of the river Imera in a panoramic position that allows a vast view from Monte Pellegrino of Palermo to the highest peaks of the Madonie. Six bedrooms with en suite bathroom, 2 on the ground floor and 4 on the second floor. From almost all the rooms you can enjoy beautiful views and wonderful Sicilian sunsets. On the ground floor there is a large living room, the oldest part of the baglio with its historical flooring, a large dining room, the kitchen and the laundry. The dining room is the most important historical evidence of the baglio and contains, where they were placed, the old presses, the manger and the millstone, on which is engraved the date 1886. The baglio is surrounded by 10 hectares of land with fruit trees, olive trees and carob trees.

This marvelous restored villa is situated on the gentle hills of Lucca, just a short distance from the historic center of the city and the prestigious Versilia beaches. The attention to detail and the refined taste of the designer make this house cozy and comfortable. The property has an internal surface of about 700 sqm spread over several levels. The ground floor has a large living area with a professional kitchen and a stylish dining area. Through a magnificent wooden and iron staircase or through an elevator, one reaches the sleeping area, consisting of four rooms and two bathrooms. The upper floor features a large and versatile living room that leads to a wonderful covered terrace and a large sleeping area that houses the master bedroom with an en suite bathroom. The interiors are well lit, furnished with class, and in perfect balance with the exterior appearance of the villa. The villa is equipped with a large basement area, partly used as a garage and cellar, and a small apartment ideal for guests or for private use. Around this beautiful villa close to Lucca, there is a private garden of about one hectare where it is possible to create a large panoramic swimming pool. The valuable materials used during the renovation are another important feature of this property. Starting from the plasters of natural 'Pozzolanica Romana' lime, forming an excellent natural thermal coat due to their external thickness, all the way to the founding system, consisting in the positioning of 90 micro poles that have made the villa and surrounding ground stable. The roof structure has been equipped with a ventilated chamber, in order to guarantee the thermal containment of the house.

Charming property in Barberino del Mugello, located in a strategic position, just 30 minutes from Florence and close to Lake Bilancino. A skillful restoration created a warm and welcoming atmosphere, the use of original materials and the modern construction techniques, make this house a perfect Tuscan-style home. The property consists of a portion of a large completely renovated building. The large kitchen opens onto the terrace overlooking the green Tuscan hills, from which one enjoys pleasant breakfasts. The bedrooms are large, airy and bright. A large garage completes the property. The large land allows the construction of a swimming pool, not present at the moment. It is possible to buy other hectares of land separately, where to build another house of about 130 square meters.

Beautiful villa of about 465 mq in the countryside of Lucca, only 10 minutes far from the famous Walls of Lucca, with magnificent views of the surrounding hills; the property is on three levels and is structured in this way: On the ground Floor: hall, TV room and library, dining room with fireplace, office, kitchen fully equipped with garbage disposals, water filtration, refrigerator, freezer and dishwasher, utility room tiled with marble. All the rooms feature beamed ceilings and grey and white marble flooring. First Floor: living room with main entrance from the outside staircase in grey stone, beautiful room decorated with nautical charts, that can be used as a studio or as a double bedroom, large walk-in closet and a beautiful bathroom, living room, bedroom with balcony and access to the garden , large bathroom with Jacuzzi and a second walk-in closet. Second Floor: Independent entrance on a large kitchen/dining room with fireplace, large double bedroom with white marble bathroom, TV lounge with fireplace, corridor leading to three double bedrooms and two bathrooms in white ceramic. Beautiful wooden green floors, fans in all rooms. The second floor is equipped with independent heating and hot water and there is the possibility for a self-contained electrical system. The villa has an alarm system throughout the house, new windows with double glazing of 16 mm, also the electrical, water and heating systems are totally new. Outside the utility room there is a technical room with the last technology boiler, autoclave and water softener. Internet WiFi throughout the house. The property comes with a room used as a gym, a garden tools room, a wood oven and a restored chapel, a limonaia of about 120 sqm on two floors with independent access, a cellar, an outbuilding of approximately 70 sqm, 3.5 ha of land with about 750 olive trees, fruit trees, possibility to create a vegetable garden and 5,000 sqm of vineyard and a swimming pool of 10,5x3.5mt. provided with a room with bathroom and barbecue. The stunning garden with roses, lavender, irises, exotic plants and citrus is listed by the Italian Ministry per i Beni e le Attività Culturali ( MiBAC).

From the ruins of an old farmhouse in dominant position, on the hills overlooking the Versilia coastline, outstanding villa recently renovated to the highest levels of comfort and in energy class A. The villa currently houses a 5S Boutique Hotel with 12 independent luxury suites, easily convertible into a large one-family dwelling for private use; an external swimming pool amongst olive trees in a park of 5000 sqm. complete this amazing scenery. This Luxury Retreat in the recent years has gained international notoriety for its customised and elegant service, private location, strategic positioning. Its numerous customers, all part of a niche circuit benefit of the maximum level of efficiency, privacy, elegance and sophistication. The villa's interior consists of a combination of contemporary design furniture and collector's pieces from the Italian art-deco period. The property over the years has gained several prestigious international Awards both in the Luxury Bed and Breakfast and Art Hotel industry . A unique property, ideal for a private use or for investment: a repeat guest ratio of 30% and a yearly occupancy nearing 95% confirm its unquestionable success

Amongst the green countryside, at the edge of the picturesque town of Pietrasanta, at only one mile away from the prestigious Forte dei Marmi beach, remarkable farmhouse dating back to 1800s, on three floors, beautifully renovated in contemporary style, with large garden and equipped with two guest houses, swimming pool and covered parking. The property is currently divided into two units. The first unit develops on the ground floor with entrance to the living room, eat-in kitchen, bathroom, two bedrooms and a further bathroom. A large porch facing the swimming pool completes this unit. The second accommodation develops on the first and top floor, with separate entrance from the side of the building. A comfortable staircase through the reception/hall leads up to the spacious and bright living room, with separate kitchen and access to the beautiful terrace. On this floor there are also a wide double bedroom, one bathroom and a storage room, as well as a small balcony. The staircase then leads up to the top floor with an ample hallway, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The garden very well maintained and entirely fenced, in addition to the in-ground pool, includes two annexes, one consisting of kitchen/living room, bedroom and bathroom, the other one at present houses a wide room with large French windows. The covered parking area has space for at least two cars. A beautiful property just one mile away from the prestigious coastline of Forte dei Marmi and Marina di Pietrasanta, and the same distance to the historical center of Pietrasanta with shops and various services

In an exclusive and prestigious context, a beautiful Tuscan-style farmhouse of about 500 sq. m. immersed in a private garden of about 18,000 square meters, embellished with a splendid 6x12 m swimming pool with adjacent shower and wood-burning oven area. A beautiful pergola adorns this relaxation area where you can enjoy peace and total privacy. The stone farmhouse is spread over two levels, for a total of about 500 sq. m., including a portion of the building of about 150 sq. m., currently used as technical rooms and storage spaces, with the possibility of converting them into an extension of the residence itself or in an independent housing solution. The entrance overlooks the living area where we find a large living room, dining area, guest bathroom and a large modern equipped kitchen. To complete this level, a double bedroom with fireplace for guests or service personnel. An internal staircase leads to the first floor where there are four double bedrooms each with its own en-suite bathroom, a beautiful and large wardrobe room and a study room. The property has been renovated with quality materials, such as the light resin floor and the reuse of native stone. This beautiful luxury farmhouse stands out for its sober and elegant style, where traditional elements have been skillfully combined with modern comforts to make this wonderful residence a welcoming and functional home.

Stunning equestrian property with stable, located on one of the most beautiful hill of Tuscany, not far from the city of Lucca, well known for its production of excellent wine. The strategic position allows one to live fully immersed in the nature and, at the same time, close to the major cities of Tuscany. The property, surrounded by green hills, is today used as a luxury resort, featuring 3 suites, 11 bedrooms and 4 apartments, fully refined furnished. The suites are large and elegant, furnished with taste and elegance, provided with all comforts and with a panoramic view over the park and the swimming pool. Inside one finds typical elements of Tuscan tradition, such as ceilings with exposed beams and terracotta flooring, blended with modern and functional details. The apartments are also equipped with all the facilities and amenities. They are comfortable and well-furnished, they all have a large outdoor pergola, ideal for summer dinners or for relaxing during the day. The large rooms, with breathtaking views over the surrounding area, feature large lounges, a conference room and convivial areas, as well as technical rooms and a professional kitchen. Externally, in the well-maintained park that embraces the entire country-home, there is a splendid swimming pool and a Jacuzzi with a splendid view over the Tuscan vineyards.

Elegant four-storey villa situated in a panoramic and sunny position, at the edge of a picturesque hillside village near the renowned Montecatini Terme Golf Club and the Grotta Giusti SPA centre in Monsummano Terme. The villa has two entrances, one from the ground floor, and the other from the side street that also leads to the private parking of the villa and the family floor. The Ground Floor has a large entrance hall with a staircase leading to the upper floors and two rooms used as a cellar / laundry area and a technical room. The First Floor houses a master suite with bathroom; a large hallway with brick arches leads to another guest room with a further bathroom, and a breakfast room with access to the side garden. The Second Floor is characterized by a large living area, with a wide living/sitting room with fireplace, dining room, kitchen, and access to both the panoramic balcony and the beautiful wisteria-covered 100 sqm terrace, as well as the garden with plunge pool and ample space for outdoor dining. The last attic floor comprises two study/ single bedrooms, the wide master bedroom, with en-suite bathroom, utility room, and access to the splendid roof terrace with views of the surrounding valley. The original architectural features of the villa have been kept intact, with exposed chestnut beams, antique terracotta floors, and a magnificent travertine marble staircase that connects the various floors. The garden surrounding the villa is the classic Italian style with beautiful fountains and harmonious hedges that enhance its elegance, with the touch of the salt water pool for the hot summer days. The panoramic views of the olive groves and the surrounding villages are simply unique. The villa's location is strategically perfect, as in just a few minutes you reach the renowned 18-hole Montecatini Golf Club, the town of Monsummano Terme with various shops and services, while the first bars and restaurants are located within the picturesque hilltop village.

Elegant Italian villa dating back from the 17th Century located on the hills west of the walled town of Lucca, with stunning views of the city, as well as the surrounding green woods. The park around is mainly garden, the rest woods. This astonishing Villa with swimming pool lies in the green hills looking on the old Farneta Abbey, providing an ideal environment for relaxation while offering every modern convenience. The completely enclosed garden is adorned with ancient trees and delightful Mediterranean plants, and equipped with a 6x12 m. swimming-pool, surrounded by various spacious well-equipped areas for relaxation and for romantic dinners by candlelight. The three-storey villa is composed on the ground floor of a large salon with several doors onto the gardens, a well-equipped kitchen with a large open fireplace, a billiard room with another fireplace, a small wine-cellar and a bathroom with shower, as well as a utility room. A study room completes this level On the first floor there are two double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, and two twin bedrooms with a family bathroom. One of the twin bedrooms has access to a fabulous terrace looking out onto the swimming pool. On the top floor there are two double bedrooms, each with en-suite facilities. A wide multi-purpose room has been converted into a spa area with sauna, shower, separate gym and a massage room. Two self-contained separate units complete this fabulous property

In the small town of Chiatri on the hills of Massarosa, the Maestro Giacomo Puccini, after the successes of Manon Lescaut and La Bohème, bought in 1898 the old villa of the Samminiati family, which enjoyed a splendid panoramic position, having it completely rebuilt. The villa, to be restored, is in Tuscan neo-Gothic style, with exposed red bricks, mullioned windows with polychrome decoration at the height of the first floor and an elegant marble staircase leading to the main entrance. It consists of 3 floors and a basement, 1044.40 square meters in total. On the ground floor there is the living room, a large scenographic entrance, the study, the dining room and the kitchen. A large and sophisticated marble staircase leads to the first floor, where the bedrooms are located, spacious and with adjoining sitting room and balcony. The first floor leads to the attic, with a large living room and other bedrooms. The Maestro Puccini not only followed the work but also studied and looked for the details of the decoration, such as the small marble staircase outside the main entrance and the interior furniture. As in the other subsequent residences owned by the composer, the strong presence of nature could not be missing: the large garden and the park were for Puccini a place of rest and peace, but also the ideal destination for his hunting trips. There are 3 annexes to Villa Puccini, all to be restored. The first building for residential use is 160 square meters. The second and largest residential building is 610 square meters, and the last one is 49 square meters. Finally, plots of wooded land and olive trees of about 15 hectares complete the property. The Villa can be purchased as a single property together with its garden or together with the 3 annexes and land.

Prestigious apartment in Villino Turbiglio, a neo baroque style villa from the early 1900s located in the heart of the pedestrian area of Turin called Crocetta. The building has been decorated with eclectic fancies and it has been enriched by domed turrets. The apartment of about 210 sqm., to be entirely restored, it is composed of a spacious entrance from which you accede to a bright living room and to a cozy corner studio with bow window. Through a hallway, you reach the kitchen connected to the dining room. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and a walk-in closet. The second bedroom has a gracious bow window and there is a bathroom next door. The peaceful and quiet location and the fancy style give to the property a unique charme.

Prestigious apartment in Villino Turbiglio, a neo baroque style villa from the early 1900s located in the heart of the pedestrian area of Turin called Crocetta. The building has been decorated with eclectic fancies and it has been enriched by domed turrets. The apartment of about 360 sqm., to be entirely restored, spreads out over two levels and it is composed of a spacious hall from which you accede to a well-lit living room and to a cozy corner studio with bow window. Through a hallway, you reach the kitchen connected to the dining room. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and a walk-in closet. The second bedroom has a gracious bow window and there is a bathroom next door. Another entrance leads to the top floor loft which is composed of a living room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a beautiful terrace with a stunning view on the hills and mountains. Further up there is a roof top solarium. The property may be purchased as one or as two separated units. The peaceful and quiet location and the fancy style give to the property a unique charme.