Have you always dreamed of a holiday home on a deserted island? Then take a look at our property of the week. It is a beautiful, spacious villa on the island of Salina, part of the Lipari Islands, north of Sicily in the Tyrrhenian Sea. The entire island is of volcanic origin and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000.
The island, which is still an insider spot, can be reached several times a day by ferry from Naples. In the high season, ferries also run from Palermo to Salina from Sicily. After Lipari and Vulcano, Salina is one of the largest of the Lipari Islands and has several bus lines.
The completely renovated villa in typical Mediterranean style is about 400 m2 in size and is situated on a total of 2,000 m2 plot. It is only 40 metres from the sea and offers an incomparable view of the Mediterranean Sea and the Aeolian Islands. The well-kept garden is characterised by a covered veranda, from which you can enjoy a wonderful view and really relax.
Inside the house, built in 1990, there are a total of 4 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. The bedrooms also have fitted wardrobes and are furnished in a Mediterranean, rustic style.
Other features of this unique property include a private gym with bathroom and utility room. The house is being sold furnished and ready to move in and is just waiting for its new owner. So, what are you waiting for? This spectacular property is for sale on idealista for 4 million euros.
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