In the ancient artist village of Valloria, known as the village with the Painted doors, as each artist has hand painted the door of his home, the beautiful old country cottage, gazing out over the olive groves to the sea at Imperia, some 12 km below. This is an antique house with beautiful original features, vaulted ceilings and old beams, which has been prettily modernized in recent times The cottage has a good sized kitchen with vaulted ceiling and modern appliances, a bathroom and washing room, dining room, double bedroom, living room with a large terrace 140 x 200 overlooking the sea and further bedroom.
The village of Valloria is much noted for its fine restaurant and for its art festivals in summer. It is in an area of fine extra virgin olive oil production. The much noted mountain hiking trail of the Alta Via passes just above and it is possible to walk through the mountains to the Cinque Terre from here. It is a fabulous part of the National Park of the Maritime Alps, with incredible wildlife, butterflies and wild orchids abound. The surrounding villages such as medieval village of Dolcedo on the river below are much noted for their monuments and art.
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Villa/Farmhouse
Village House/Cottage
In Pieve di Teco, a charming town in the province of Imperia in Liguria, this unique detached house dating from 1915 is for sale. This fully restored and renovated property combines historic charm with modern comforts and is an ideal opportunity for buyers looking for an elegant home in a peaceful setting in one of Italy's most beautiful regions.
Apartement/In borgo
Exclusive dream flat by the sea. The property is located on the first floor of a small apartment building with a few residential units, in the first row on the Laigueglia promenade. The flat consists of an entrance hall, a bright living room with access to the large corner balcony with breathtaking views of the gulf, a spacious kitchen, two double bedrooms - also with sea views -, a single bedroom and a bathroom with natural light.
Villa/Farmhouse
Village House/Cottage
In the centre of the village of Maranzana lies this beautiful country house, which is currently divided into 3 independent houses but could easily be merged into an elegant single-family home.
Villa/Farmhouse
Village House/Cottage
B&B/Agriturismo
Restoration Project
In the heart of Inarzo, in a quiet area with good connections to Varese and surrounding towns, we offer for sale a property consisting of two residential units overlooking the same courtyard. The location is ideal for those looking for a private home with the realisation of a B&B, a stone's throw from Lake Varese and in the middle of peaceful countryside.
Apartement/In borgo
In the heart of Angera, just 100 metres from the lake and its enchanting promenade, we offer for sale a recently renovated three-bedroom flat, centrally located and with all major amenities. The proximity to shops, restaurants and major transport arteries makes this property an ideal solution for those looking for a quiet but convenient location, just a stone's throw from the shores of Lake Maggiore.
Apartement/In borgo
Just outside the centre of Acqui Terme, easily accessible on foot, is this beautiful house created by skillfully renovating part of an old house dating back to 1100.