Francavilla di Sicilia, Messina, Sicily, Italy

This elegant Sicilian-style villa is immersed in the greenery of the Alcantara Valley, a short distance from the main towns in the area, in a dominant and very panoramic position. Already from the exterior, from the stone walls surrounding the gardens and the details adorning the façade, one can admire the timeless beauty of this architecture, whose origins date back to the 15th century.
The villa is mainly distributed on one level, with the addition of an attic floor and the old cellar below, skilfully converted into a residential space consisting of two independent apartments with beautiful stone vaults and access to the large terrace. The main floor comprises a large flat with very high ceilings, a bright living room, dining area and kitchen, all with floor to ceiling glass doors that overlook the verdant valley and open onto the terrace that wraps around the property, a bedroom and two bathrooms. An internal staircase leads to the attic floor with another two apartments, each also with independent access from the garden.
A path along the garden leads to the property's hidden gem, the swimming pool with large solarium, surrounded by stone walls and lush greenery. The exposure is excellent, with sunshine from dawn to early afternoon.
At the street level, there is also a large workshop/atelier space of approximately 165 sqm with independent access, ideal for artists and creatives seeking a workspace or showroom.
Completing the property, approximately 2,200 sqm of land distributed on narrow terraces cultivated with aromatic plants, lemons and fruit trees.
Access to the property is from the main road through an entrance gate with a large outdoor area that allows for many cars to be parked and from which to easily reach the villa on foot along a shady tree-lined path.
The villa, given its privileged position and size-with 5 independent apartments including 7 bedrooms-lends itself to multiple uses including a private residence, holiday rental, artist residence or charming boutique B&B.