Historic Villa In Valle Dell'alcantara

We are located in eastern Sicily, between the provinces of Messina and Catania, in one of the island's most valuable natural areas: the splendid "Alcantara Valley".
In this land of unparalleled beauty, Christie's International Real Estate is pleased to offer for sale an authentic Sicilian residence located in Graniti, one of the twelve municipalities that, together with Taormina, make up the valley.
"Alcantara", from the Arabic "al-Qantarah", means "the bridge", referring to the ancient Roman bridge that crosses the river and which was rebuilt in the Arab era.
Its thousand-year history has its roots in the Bronze Age, spanning time amid the traces left by the Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, and Normans, to become one of the most evocative and historically rich places in Sicily.
Immersed in an unspoiled and preserved natural environment, the valley is distinguished by its famous gorges: imposing walls of black basalt that the river water, like a talented artist, has sculpted over time.
Waterfalls, lakes, citrus groves, and vineyards, combined with its valuable historical and cultural heritage and its strategic location between Mount Etna and Taormina, make this land an excellent tourist destination.
Since 2001, the Alcantara Valley has been a protected area, and in 2010, the Gorges were awarded the title of European Destination of Excellence (EDEN) for their environmental uniqueness.
The property for sale, now used as a hospitality facility, is the result of an excellent conservative restoration of an old 19th-century farmhouse.
Built in an ethnic-colonial style, it stands alone on a hill, dominating the landscape that slopes gently towards the sea. Spread across 568 square meters on three levels, it offers refined accommodations: apartments with a bedroom, kitchenette, and bathroom, or rooms with private bathrooms. All rooms are tastefully furnished with quality materials, creating a distinct, understated, and refined style.
The intimate and welcoming breakfast room opens onto one of the property's most panoramic terraces, equipped for outdoor breakfasts overlooking the spectacular landscape.
The approximately 700 square meter outdoor area surrounding the house, adorned with evergreen plants, olive trees, and colorful flowers, features a sandstone outcrop shaped by time, a natural signature that tells the story of this land and its balance with the environment. Shaded by centuries-old trees, various sitting areas create spaces for relaxation and conviviality.
The swimming pool, located at the center of the 250 m2 lower terrace, is magnificently surrounded by the suggestive panorama and completed by a solarium area with wooden pergolas, shade cloths and sun loungers.
The 2,600 sq m grounds include a large parking area equipped with an electric vehicle charging station. The property, framed by ancient dry-stone walls made of lava stone, handcrafted by the valley's master craftsmen, reflects the authentic and valuable traditions of this land.
The surrounding land of over five hectares is also included in the sale.
Suspended in time, overlooking the valley, enveloped in an aura of romance and mystery, this residence, boasting its historic, architectural, and landscape values, is ready to welcome a new story.
It is approximately 1.5 km from the Gorges, 10 km from the sea, 17 km from Taormina and approximately 60 km from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.