2 bedrooms historic house, 179 m²

Collesano, Palermo (province)

TRADITIONAL SICILIAN FARMHOUSE WITH LAND COVERING EIGHT ACRES AND SPECTACULAR MOUNTAIN VIEWS

The iconic Sicilian view may be of an endless sun-kissed stretch of beach, but just 10km inland, in the hills of the Madonie Natural Park, Casale Nina boasts a panorama of hillsides and mountaintops which is every bit the equal of any seafront vista. Better yet, you'll also be paying a mere fraction of the cost of what seafront would run you up.

IN THE VERY HEART OF THE ISLAND'S MOST BEAUTIFUL NATURE RESERVE

This historic farmhouse stands on a plot of land measuring over 32,000m2 (eight acres). This rolling patchwork of meadow and pasture is filled with oak trees and grassy underfoot, but largely uncultivated.

Just a five minute drive away is the beautiful town of Collesano, famous for its presence on the route of the legendary Sicilian motor race, the Targa Florio. Don't worry – this high speed traffic only passes once a year!

READY DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL TO DOUBLE THE SIZE OF THE LIVING AREA

Inside, the two storey property is a tale of two halves. Upstairs, the living area has been neatly maintained and is in an overall good condition, although some attention will need to be paid to the wiring, plumbing and bathroom. Downstairs, however, is pure untapped potential, with an area of almost the same size again currently used only for storage. This could be renovated and turned into extra bedrooms, a study, gym – even an entire new apartment.

TRADITIONAL TOUCHES THAT RADIATE WARMTH AND CHARM

The upper floor boasts some truly majestic views from its neat windows, but it isn't only the beauty of the surrounding countryside that you'll be admiring. The classic terracotta tiles and high vaulted, oak-beam ceilings make the lovely farmhouse feel as enticing as the great outdoors.

With a pair of large open fireplaces and a wood burning stove in the kitchen, this is a rustic and characterful step back into a simpler past. Within driving distance of modern Palermo and glamorous Cefalù you can find yourself transported to another universe, with total peace and tranquillity on your huge hillside estate.