Charming Sicilian Period Farmhouse Set In Pretty Orchard Gardens With Views of the Madonie – Sicily, Italy – €420,000
Good Thursday morning! A charming Sicilian period farmhouse set in orchard gardens with views of the Madonie! What a romantic place this is! The aged patina of the surfaces and appropriate furnishings paired with intricate tile patterns and frescoed ceilings! I feel like I can smell the cyprus trees, the perfume of the garden and […]
Historic Mansion Circa 1930 with Seven Bedrooms, Stunning Architectural Features to Restore in Ovar, Portugal – $428,509
Happy Wednesday, Escapists! A historic mansion, circa 1930, with seven bedrooms and stunning architectural features to restore in Ovar, Portugal! This home is a piece of art – the tiled exterior, characteristic of the city of Ovar, is beautiful! The elegant staircase and woodwork on the inside are luxurious. I have a crush on the […]
Faded Spanish Beauty circa 1935 with Trellised Garden, Orchards, Pool, in Need of Restoration – Otero de Sanabria, Zamora, Spain – $147,984
Good Tuesday morning! A faded Spanish beauty with trellised garden, orchards, pool, in need of restoration in Zamora, Spain! The bones of this home are really beautiful, and the gardens have so much potential to become a paradise! The interior woodwork is stunning quality. I would love to see the before and after of this […]
Beautiful Georgian-era (circa 1835) Townhouse in Charming Cotswolds Town – Stroud, UK – $460,876
Happy Monday, Escapists! A beautiful Georgian-era (circa 1835) townhouse, originally a hospital! Located in the old textile-manufacturing town of Stroud, set amidst the rolling hills and valleys of the Cotswolds, this home seems perfect for a Monday morning! I adore Georgian architecture. The windows are always so big and let so much light pour in, […]
Double Bargain Friday! Beautiful Maison de Maitre on Two Acres of Fertile Land, to Renovate – Bazauges, France – $83,545
DOUBLE Bargain Friday post! (I couldn’t choose!) This beautiful old maison de maître is located on two acres of fertile land in Poitou Charentes, France, and would be perfect for a small permaculture/bio-farming French homestead! Okay, what if: you bought some goats and began an artisinal goat cheese creamery, planted a permaculture garden with greenhouse […]
Gorgeous Greek Ruins: Turn-of-the-Century Mansion with Panoramic Views to Renovate, Episkopi, Crete, Greece – $71,598
Happy Monday! This week, by popular request, and because I wish I could be there enjoying the warmth and sunshine, we will take a journey to Greece! I don’t normally post property in ruins, but this turn-of-the-century mansion in northern Crete is architecturally stunning, and so romantic. Lots of potential. And those gigantic orange trees! […]
Cozy Fisherman’s Cottage with Private Dock in Stunning Norwegian Scenery – Ballstad, Norway – $224,075
Happy Wednesday! VIEWS. Cozy fisherman’s cottage with private dock in stunning Norwegian scenery! This place is jaw-droppingly beautiful! It’s a clear, chilly day here, just like I imagine it is way out here on the fjord-and-mountain-clad spit of land jutting away from the northern tail of Norway. Imagine waking up every morning and taking in […]
Elegant Manor House to Renovate Completely, includes Double Height Barn – Courbillac, France – $61,872
Happy Thursday! An elegant manor house to renovate completely in the heart of wine country. It comes with a large courtyard and a spacious, double-height barn. It would require a lot of work to restore, but the bones are beautiful! I can imagine hosting events here, with lots of wine and delicious food. The garden […]
1840 Ship Chandler’s Home “Jeremiah Fowler House” – Eccentric Character Home on Historic Register, in Mystical Village of Lubec, Maine – $269,000
Happy Friday! 1840 Ship Chandler’s Home “Jeremiah Fowler House”! This home is full of eccentric character, a fascinating photo tour. It’s listed on the national historic register and located in the mysterious and mystical village of Lubec, Maine! This home is SO interesting just to look at – I hope you enjoy the tour! An […]
Historic “Cook’s Inn” Circa 1792, on 50 Acres with Rustic Wedding Venue Barn, Weathersfield, Vermont – $395,000
Good Monday morning! This place is such a dream. Imagine owning a historic inn set in 50 acres of beautiful Vermont landscape, with a rustic barn where weddings are held, fishing ponds, fruit trees, horseback riding trails, and more! I’m questioning all my life choices!! From the listings on Neren and Coldwell Banker: This is […]