Large historical property in San Giorgio Albanese, along the east coast of Calabria in southern Italy. San Giorgio is a 20 minute drive to the beaches at Schianovea and Sibiri. The old town is set on the hillside over looking the Ionico sea north of Cosenza, the province capital.
San Giorgio is a town with over 500 inhabitants with local shops, bars and a restaurant. Surrounded by countryside there are many agritorismo trattorias to discover with great local dishes and wine.
Off the main piazza and behind the municiple buildings there is a cluster of narrow street meandering through this historical centre. A two storey property within the honeycomb of buildings offers an affordable piece of Italian history.
The property has been partially restored on the first floor. A basement and cantina on the ground floor are in rustic condition. An attic area also requires restoration.
The basement is over 50 sq mtrs and would ideally make two bedrooms and possibilities of a bathroom.
Internal stairs lead to the first floor. A reception room has entry points from the basement and a front patio. There is also access to the attic area.
The first floor has been restored and requires only electrical cables. The walls have been prepared ready for electrical cables.
A separate kitchen has been plumbed and has a feature fireplace. The walls have been tiled.
From the reception room you can gain access to the fitted bathroom which comes with shower, bidet, toilet and sink. The bathroom has been completely replumbed and fitted with wall and floor tile.
A sitting room with juliet balcony which look out on to the old town has also been restored.
The attic area has the possibilitiy to become a roof terrace to expand the outside space provided by the property.
The property covers around 110 sq mtrs.
Parking is in the main piazza a stroll from the property.
The locals are extremely warm and friendly and will extend a great welcome to the community.
If you are travelling from outside of Calabria, Lamezia Terme airport is around 1.5hr drive.