Interview – Buying a 1€ House in Sicily: Developing a Community Kitchen, Renovating, and More!
Interview – Buying a 1€ House in Sicily: Developing a Community Kitchen, Renovating, and More! Happy Tuesday, Escapists! I am sure many of us have seen the CNN articles advertising 1€ houses for sale in Italy and are very intrigued about the people and realities behind it – so today I am sharing a wonderful […]
Four Bedroom Townhouse on the Walls of Medieval Tuscan Town with Panoramic Views – Anghiari, Arezzo, Italy – €185,000
Happy Tuesday! A four bedroom townhouse on the walls of Anghiari, a medieval town in Arezzo, Italy. I imagine living here would feel like you’ve stepped into a time machine, surrounded by walls dating back to the 13th century. I would be tempted to keep watch from the top windows for approaching armies or knights […]
Beautiful and Unusual Apartment In Ancient Castle Set in the Dolomites Region of Italy – Ponte di Legno, Italy – €390,000
Good Wednesday morning! A beautiful and unusual apartment in an ancient castle set in the Dolomites region of northern Italy! This unique and elegant apartment was created within the deconsecrated church of an ancient castle in Ponte di Legno, in Lombardy, Italy. The area is home to gorgeous ski resorts and mainly populated with modern […]
Tuscan Country House in a Charming Hamlet with Gorgeous Views – Badia Tedalda, Arezzo, Italy – €175,000
Good Wednesday morning! A Tuscan country house in a charming hamlet in Arezzo, Italy! This is the cutest house, in great condition, with stunning views of the Tuscan countryside. I really couldn’t wish for more! I feel like this would be the perfect house for a family to enjoy life in Italy. From the listing […]
Tuscan Mill Circa 1800 In Perfect Condition, With Acre of Land and 40 Olive Trees, Located in Hometown of Leonardo da Vinci – Vinci, Italy – €290,000
Good Thursday morning! A Tuscan mill circa 1800 recently renovated but retaining wonderful character, with an acre of land and 40 olive trees. A 45 minute drive from Florence, Italy, the small town of Vinci is famous for being the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci! Picturesque and quiet, the town is surrounded by vineyards and […]
Small Castle! Medieval Tower and Small Village House on Eight Acres of Italian Countryside – Pieve Santo Stefano, Arezzo, Italy – €225,000
Happy Thursday! Small Castle in Italy for sale! A medieval tower and small village house on eight acres of Italian countryside. Continuing the castle-y theme this week, I wanted to feature this stunning and affordable property in the hills of Arezzo, Italy. The property includes a large medieval tower (the “castle”) in need of renovation, […]
Stone Farmhouse Near Florence with Four Bedrooms, Small Winery, and Acre of Land – Santa Brigida, Pontassieve, Italy – €335,000
Tuscany Week! A beautiful stone farmhouse with four bedroom, wine-making facilities, and an acre of land (are they grapes or olives?), 40 minutes outside of Florence! This house is so cool. I love the vintage ’70s vibes layered on top of 18th century (?) architecture. The sunny dining area with plants! The cozy country kitchen! […]
Tuscany Week! Ancient Olive Mill in Enchanting Forest With Waterfall and Stream, Under Belle Arti e Paesaggi Protections to Maintain Historic Charm – Camaiore, Italy – €220,000
Tuscany Week! Ancient olive mill in enchanting forest with waterfall and stream! This place feels pretty magical, with the shady forest and stream. Imagine falling asleep with windows open to the sound the waterfall rushing and a soft breeze blowing in. The Camaiore area is only 15 minutes away from beaches on the coast, 30 […]
Tuscany Week! Lovely, Well-Renovated Country House in Siena with Private Garden – Sovicille, Italy – €320,000
Tuscany Week! A lovely, well-renovated country house in Sovicille, Siena, Tuscany, with private garden! This week feels like the last official week of summer. Late August, early September – the last warm days and the first hints of autumn where I live! It feels like a perfect time to enjoy a virtual property hunt in […]
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 […]