Italy has several property markets, each with its own micro-trend. There are staggering differences in prices and demand between North and South, city and countryside, tourism hotspots and quiet backwaters. Add to this other variables—such as condition of the house and amount of land it comes with—and the same amount of money can go incredibly far, or not far at all. To help you make the most of your budget, we have chosen three interesting properties that have only one thing in common—an asking price of €220,000.
Stone built property near Barga, Tuscany
Tuscan Homes are selling the upper part of “an outstanding country property” just a few minutes from the lively town of Barga, in verdant Garfagnana. It is an two-bedroom home with charming details, such as exposed beams and a period fireplace. But most attractive of all are the views over the wooded hills to the south. The property, which was recently renovated and is available for sale fully furnished, comes with a large outbuilding, an olive grove and a tract of land with outline planning permission for a swimming pool. For further information contact Tuscan Homes (+39 0583 711225, www.tuscanhomes.com).
Apartment in the centre of Martina Franca, Puglia
Urban types could do worse than look at this carefully restored apartment in the heart of historic Martina Franca, in Apulia. Period charm meets contemporary style in the atmospheric interiors, which are decorated with a profusion of hand cut stone and parquet. The rooms are laid out maisonette style, with the entrance on the ground floor, the living quarters on the first floor and the double bedroom and bathroom (with a beautiful hand-made bed and a Jacuzzi tub) on the second floor. There is also a gym in the mezzanine above the pretty dining area. The apartment is for sale furnished through Real Estate Cisternino (+39 0804 443280, www.trullinpuglia.co.uk).
Watermill in need of restoration in San Ginesio, Le Marche
Few properties can beat the sheer character of an ancient watermill. Magic Marche have one in need of restoration in the lush countryside close to the medieval village of San Ginesio. Laid out over several levels, it is a huge home of some 500 square metres, which retains the original vaulted ceiling in the old mill room. Symphathically renovated, it would make an exceptional home. The mill, which is bordered by a stream, comes with two acres of land dotted with vines, olive and fruit trees. More land is available by separate negotiation. For more information, contact Magic Marche (020 8941 8300, www.magicmarche.co.uk).
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