Property Description

Three-bedroom Sea-view Villa Near Palermo, with Panoramic Terraces and Perfect Location for a Private Pool

Just 15 kilometres east of Palermo but surrounded by green countryside, the recently renovated Villa Valentina is a modern property in immaculate condition. With fabulous views of the Tyrrhenian Sea, barely a five minute drive away to the north, to enjoy from some superb panoramic windows and a number of balconies and terraces, it’s a perfect beach home for a small family

The detached three-bedroom home was built in the 1980s and has been fully renovated in the past two years. Some fabulous decoration really accentuates the stylish, open-plan architecture and fluid living spaces. Nor do the outdoor areas lack anything in beauty or usability, with over 1350m2 of gardens and terraces including a beautiful covered veranda where you will find an outdoor kitchen and the space which is currently used for a hot tub.

Immersed in unmistakably Sicilian nature, your first impression on visiting the beautiful sea-view villa near Palermo is one of real stillness and tranquillity. With that magnificent sea view and the stylish, high quality renovation work, this is a property you’ll fall in love with at first sight.

The Property

Villa Valentina is built on two floors, with only the upper one visible from the street, fronted by a smart and spacious porch of almost 20m2. The ground floor is reached by following the driveway around the side of the property to the back of the house, where you will find its signature space, a huge deep veranda beneath a permanent wooden canopy. This is large enough for outdoor dining, relaxation and even the sizeable hot tub which is currently installed.

The versatile outdoor space continues, however, with a stretch of open terrace that offers an uninterrupted sea view north towards the headland of Capo Zafferano, framed by palm trees and cacti. The cherry on the cake is an incredible outdoor kitchen, with both a with modern electric oven and a traditional wood burning grill for making pizzas. All of this plus a double sink and plenty of cupboard space and food preparation areas. It’s the perfect spot to host an outdoor dinner, whether an informal one for your nearest and dearest or a larger party with your friends from the local area. Nobody will forget the combination of the view and the peaceful stillness of a warm summer evening.

The vast majority of the indoor space on this level is an open-plan kitchen-cum-living room, but first you pass through a sun room (marked as a veranda on the plans) which guarantees that you can enjoy the natural light and views whatever the weather. The wall separating it from the kitchen is fully glazed, so that space is wonderfully bright and airy, too.

The two year-old kitchen is pristine, large and welcoming. It integrates flawlessly into the rest of the room. If you don’t fancy dining outside there is plenty of room to do it here. Made to measure, the kitchen boasts very high quality materials, modern appliances and plenty of storage room – and we’re very pleased to be able to say that it is included in the sale price.

A cosy lounge complete with a fireplace, an ample bathroom with some lovely decoration and an accessible walk-in shower, a storeroom and a utility room complete the ground floor. The floors are in an easy-clean marble tile and the lighting design is excellent.

The staircase leading up to the bedrooms has been finished with an eye-catching metal banister in an asymmetric contemporary design. This leads you to a landing which, like the rest of the upper storey, has a smart parquet floor. At one end is the front door which is visible from the street.

Each of the guest bedrooms benefits from a walk-in closet, and one of them opens onto a deep balcony, while the master offers a direct connection to a home office. This warm and bright space is fully glazed on two sides and with a clear sea view. There is a small living room facing out towards the coast, and a second bathroom which is very similar to the one downstairs, but with a box shower.

Outside, there is private off-street parking for a number of vehicles. In the generous garden, which is divided into 6 levels, you will find a pair of garden sheds, one of which is currently serving as a chicken coop. The scenic terrain has been planted with olive and fruit trees, vines and aloe vera plants as well as many types of flowers such as oleander, roses and poplin.

The 179m2 villa is fully compliant with planning regulations and has all the requisite documentation. It has three air conditioning connections, and their work is made the more efficient as the home is insulated both from outside and within. Utilities from the municipal grid are augmented by a solar panel with storage battery, an external gas tank and a 45,000 litre water cistern, which is a huge bonus here in Sicily.

Surroundings

The villa is located in the rural part of Casteldaccia, close to the characterful old market town of Bagheria and the coastal beauty of Santa Flavia. The town centre is only a few minutes away, and all manner of shops, restaurants and beaches are within easy reach. Bagheria alone boats not one but two Michelin-starred restaurants.

The twenty minute journey to Palermo makes this a great location for lovers of big city culture and rural seclusion alike. The largest city in Sicily is home to a stunning turn of the century opera house and some fabulous designer boutiques, but also to a vibrant street art scene, numerous sports clubs and professional teams, and some of the best food to be found anywhere in Italy.

In the other direction, towards Messina, Catania and the dramatic natural park of Mount Etna in the island’s east, you can travel from the comfort of your sea-view villa near Palermo to the equal beauty of the iconic beach town of Cefalù in half an hour.

The famous cellars of the Duca di Salaparuta winery are found just around the corner.

Potential

After the renovation work the house has been beautifully maintained, and it will only be necessary to furnish it in order to be completely comfortable here.

If you would like to really cash in on the hilltop position and the panoramic views, the part of the garden directly next to the veranda and the outdoor kitchen would be an ideal spot for an infinity pool.

The house is obviously comfortable for year-round living with no further modifications. If you are considering moving to Sicily on a full time basis, or even simply spending the majority of your time here, there are some enticing tax breaks and credits on offer that will handily offset your real estate investment. Talk to our friendly team today for more advice on moving to the island or anything else related to this sea-view villa near Palermo.