Interview – Buying a 1€ House in Sicily: Developing a Community Kitchen, Renovating, and More!
In this captivating interview on Escapist to the Country, Danny McCubbin shares his remarkable journey of buying and renovating a €1 house in the rustic town of Mussomeli, Sicily. Danny, an Australian who lived in London for over two decades, found his calling in the heart of Italy, where he embraced the challenge of transforming a neglected property into a vibrant community kitchen. This tale is more than a story of renovation; it’s a testament to the power of community, the joy of Italian living, and the magic that unfolds when one dares to follow a dream. From his first encounter with the 1€ house project to the intricate process of making a dilapidated house a home, Danny’s experience is a rich mosaic of insight, inspiration, and the realities of breathing new life into old walls. Discover how this former Jamie Oliver collaborator is not only reshaping a house but also building a legacy of kindness and connection in his new Sicilian hometown.
Tuscan “Rustico” with View of the Sea and Two Acres with Vineyard and Olive Trees – Pietrasanta, Lucca, Italy – €300,000
Happy Wednesday! A rustic Tuscan home with view of the sea and two acres of land with vineyard and olive trees! Located in lovely Pietrasanta, Lucca, this hillside home is full of original character and antique furnishings. The two-acre parcel of land with olive trees and small vineyard is so exciting! I love the large […]
Gorgeous, Ancient Italian Masseria Near the Sea Divided Into Several Mini Apartments – Andrano, Italy – €290,000
Happy Thursday! An ancient Italian masseria near the sea, divided into gorgeous mini apartments! In Andrano, Lecce, Italy. Dreaming of warmer days and that someday when I can hop on a plane and spend a week or two luxuriating in an exotic locale without fear. Imagine being able to own a place like this, renting […]
Pretty Stone Tuscan Farmhouse in Beautiful Area with Sweeping Views, Partially Furnished – Castiglion Fiorentino, Italy – €260,000
Good Thursday morning! A pretty stone farmhouse in Tuscany with sweeping views! The facade of this farmhouse is the most charming, with the light stone and pretty vines and flowers, and then the stunning views over the hills to the rear. This house is located in a small hamlet 20 minutes away from the historic […]
Spacious Farmhouse in Northern Italy, Large Garden with Fruit Trees, Views of the Surrounding Hills – Palazzago, Bergamo, Italy – €398,000
Good Monday morning! A spacious Northern Italian farmhouse with views of surrounding hills and a large garden with fruit trees! This home is just beautiful and charming, and I enjoyed virtually touring through all the rooms. The small town of Palazzago is home to about 3,000 residents tucked into the hills a half hour from […]
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 […]
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! 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 […]