Description
Lipari, Aeolian Islands, ref. 1180: For sale is a charming historic villa dating back to 1790 with a gross floor area of 670 sq m. This historic residence, once owned by Baron Lo Faso, is approximately 100 meters from the sea and the famous and historic beach of Porto delle Genti or Portinente, now served by efficient nautical services, a floating dock, and a mooring area. The property is surrounded by a large Mediterranean garden, approximately 3,800 sq m in front and to the side of the villa. A beautifully positioned 50 sq m above-ground swimming pool faces the terrace. The side of the villa features a portico and antique olive millstones in the garden, an ancient wine press, and a palmento for pressing grapes, all restored and preserved in their natural state, covered and protected by a suitable roof—unique, valuable, and rare elements. The entire residence has two entrances: a pedestrian entrance to the front with a driveway of approximately 3,800 sq m. The 80-acre property is bordered by stone walls and benches, and features an alternative driveway behind the property. The villa sits in the center of its own garden, surrounded by greenery and tranquility, and is protected by a decree from the Sicilian Regional Council for Cultural and Environmental Heritage. Maintained and preserved in its original state, preserving its historic features with minimal routine maintenance, the property boasts meticulous attention to detail, and features historic-style finishes and accessories. It is strategically located, not far from Lipari's historic center and surrounding streets. It is a five-minute walk from Marina Corta di Lipari, Corso Vittorio Emanuele, and Lipari's commercial port, and is conveniently accessible by public transportation. The home, spread over two levels: the ground floor and the first floor, accessed by an internal staircase. The first floor leads to an imperial terrace with panoramic views of the horizon, a glimpse of the sea, Portinente, Monte Rosa, and the Cathedral of San Bartolomeo di Lipari. A wonderful internal courtyard with a Mediterranean garden isolates the property from the surrounding noise. Inside, the character, hospitality, and feeling of reliving, for moments, the historic moments of ancient Aeolian life are evident. The ground floor, divided into pleasant living and sleeping areas with bathrooms, with various accesses from different sides of the house, offers a living room and a bedroom facing the garden with access to the large porch. On the opposite side, there is a kitchen with a fully functional historic wood-burning oven and chimney, a study, a bathroom, a laundry room, a hallway, two storage rooms, and a tool shed. The staircase leads to the upper floor, where there are additional living and sleeping areas complete with bathrooms and a splendid terrace with 180° views of the horizon. There are three bedrooms with balconies, two of which overlook the large panoramic terrace, two bathrooms, a hallway, and a staircase leading to the attic. The period floors, solid wood window frames, double-glazed windows, and mosquito nets complete the property, which is ready to move into. The garden features various ornamental plants such as palms, olive trees, and pines. There is also a small citrus grove with orange, lemon, almond, walnut, and mandarin trees, as well as a centuries-old mulberry tree. There are two cisterns, a small one for garden irrigation and other uses, and a larger one for general household purposes. Both are connected to the municipal water supply. For those seeking a location of historical value, significant, and unique, reliving in certain corners, accompanied by sunlight from morning until dusk, glimpses of the ancient Aeolian culture, a simple lifestyle based on sun, land, and sea that are the source of life. EOLIESOLUTION Real Estate Lipari, Vulcano, Panarea, Stromboli, Filicudi, Alicudi, Salina Real Estate Agency handles sales and rentals of residential and commercial properties, vacation homes, and annual rentals in the Aeolian Islands - Real Estate Aeolian Islands Investment Rent Lease For Holiday Lipari, Vulcano, Panarea, Stromboli, Filicudi, Alicudi, Salina.