An old hay barn that has been transformed into a beautiful villa. Well maintained garden with view of the Monte Sibillini, the Marchigiani hills and the Gran Sasso in Abruzzo, and an outdoors terrace from which to enjoy the views. The infinity swimming pool measures 4x14m. On the ground floor there is the kitchen and […]
Restored stone farmhouse in a panoramic hillside location in Umbria. Original features and all the comforts of a modern home thanks to an anti-seismic restoration and thermal insulation. Surrounded by a garden for a total land area of 1.2 hectares. All the tranquility of the countryside yet not isolated. First floor: large, bright living area […]
This is a small, semi-detached house in small residence a few km from Montaldo di Mondovi. Surrounded by green, this house is part of an old hamlet that has been completely renovated. The project consists of 8 houses, shared land of 3.5 hectares with a beautiful communal swimming pool. The house has 3 floors. The […]
This lovely property is a traditional stone-built farmhouse directly outside Todi with a modern interior and a 180° panoramic view of the hills. Downstairs you’ll find a living room with fireplace, and sitting room, a modern steel kitchen with dining room, pergola for al fresco evenings, plus a large, sunny, south-facing terrace. Upstairs there are […]
This villa with pool is located in the hills of Toano in Emilia-Romagna. The villa consists of two apartments (252 and 186 sqm) each with a double garage on the ground floor. In the shared part of the villa is an indoor swimming pool, a whirlpool, Turkish bath and a sauna. The property has been […]
Tenuta Sant’Apollinare is a stately home with annexes requiring restoration, 15 minutes from the sea. The estate comprises the main villa, built on the foundations of an historic fortress, and three adjacent buildings, all requiring restoration, for a total surface area of around 2,357 sqm. The main house has two floors, plus the two impressive […]
Valentina Nicastro shares some of her favourite places to eat, stay and visit when in the gorgeous northern city of Trento. (Photos by Valentina Nicastro unless otherwise stated) What to see & do Castello del Buonconsiglio This splendid castle is the biggest and most important historic building not just in Trento but in the entire […]
The delightful but overlooked alpine town of Trento should be on your radar all year round for a perfect weekend getaway. Words and photos by Valentina Nicastro (unless otherwise stated) It may not be the first place that comes to mind when you’re planning a weekend gateway to Italy, but Trento has all the ingredients […]
Join us this month for a fun-packed exploration of Italy, taking in some of the country’s best festivals during the season of Carnevale. We’ll also help you plan summer adventures with travel features on Abruzzo, Capri, Tuscany and Sicily. All this, plus tempting homes to buy, tasty seasonal recipes, news, reviews – and a few Italian cocktails to try at home! […]
How would a father and son, skier and snowboarder team fare for five days on the slopes together? Jon Bickley took teenager Ben back to the Alps to find out… Courmayeur photos courtesy of Jon Bickley After the second time I went skiing with my son Ben, on a school trip to Bormio eight […]