Syracuse, Syracuse, Sicily, Italy

This exclusive flat is located at the entrance to the historic centre of Ortigia, in a prestigious building dating back to 1895 and designed by engineer F. Marotta. With a total surface area of approximately 174 square metres, the flat is spread on two levels and has three entrances, two on the first floor and one on the mezzanine floor accessed by a small internal staircase. The interior features an elegant aristocratic floor. The property boasts frescoed walls, Art Nouveau stucco, fine marble floors and skirting boards, double-glazed wooden window frames and double wooden shutters. In the central hall, a wooden coffered ceiling frames the striking fireplace, while the frescoed vaults of the adjoining rooms, up to 4.55 metres high, enrich the spaces, making each room unique. The south-west position guarantees natural light that fills every corner of the house. The flat has two bathrooms and offers a wide range of possibilities for customising the space, with the opportunity to create two or three bedrooms. On the mezzanine floor, accessible by an internal staircase, there is a further bathroom and a private terrace. From this level there is an independent exit to the building's stairwell.
The history of this residence is long and interesting: it was originally the private residence of the Genovesi family and of nobles of the time, including the Impellizzeri family. Later, in the 1920s and 1930s, the palace was transformed into a renowned hotel-restaurant called 'Tripoli', a period that marked the era of Italian colonial fascism. The flat has the exclusive charm of a past era combined with modern comfort. This flat, with its refinement and privileged location, is the perfect solution for those seeking a prestigious, high-end personal residence, or for those who want an investment opportunity in the tourist rental market, which is particularly in demand in Ortigia.