A beautifully restored farmhouse surrounded by olive groves, guests enjoying breakfast beneath a shaded portico, long summer evenings celebrating local food and wine. At first glance, it could be either an agriturismo or a country house. In reality, however, these two hospitality businesses are built on very different foundations. While they may share the same rural setting and timeless charm, they...

If you are preparing to sell a property in Italy, you will almost certainly come across the term APE, short for Attestato di Prestazione Energetica (Energy Performance Certificate). Although it is one of the key documents required during a sale, many owners are unsure about what it actually is, when it is needed and how the process works. What is an APE? The APE is a document...

For many people, owning a home in Italy is about creating a place where summer holidays, long weekends, family gatherings and life's most enjoyable moments can unfold naturally. This is, perhaps, why outdoor spaces play such an important role when searching for a home. During the warmer months, life naturally moves outside, transforming gardens, terraces, pools and shaded porticos into the true heart of...

Buying a property in Italy is about much more than finding the right home. For international buyers, it often means navigating a different language, unfamiliar regulations and a purchasing process that may be very different from the one they know at home.For this reason, choosing the right real estate agency can be just as important as choosing the property itself. While every buyer has different...

Some relationships with Italy begin long before a property search; they are built through years of visits, memorable meals, favourite places and the feeling of always wanting to come back. When Mark and Meltem, approached us to help them find a home in Le Marche, the decision to buy in Italy was already clear. What they were looking for was the right place, somewhere that reflected the lifestyle they...

For many international buyers, Tuscany begins with a familiar image: rolling vineyards, cypress-lined roads and historic estates that have come to define a certain idea of the Italian dream abroad, the famous Dolce Vita.  Yet some of the region’s most compelling opportunities are often found beyond the most immediately recognisable destinations. The Val di Chiana is one of them. Stretching...

There is never just one reason why someone chooses Italy. Sometimes it begins with a landscape, sometimes with a memory, sometimes with a feeling that is difficult to explain. Over time, we have learned that the search is rarely about a property alone, but about recognising a place where life feels more aligned. When Claudine & Torben contacted us to help them find their second home in Italy, they...

There is a particular quality of light in Central Italy that remains elusive until experienced: a warmer, softer tone that settles over vineyards, stone façades, and open landscapes, lending even the simplest scenes a sense of depth and timeless permanence.  For our international clients, Tuscany, Umbria and Le Marche are no longer simply destinations, but places that offer the possibility of a...

For many international buyers, purchasing a home in Italy begins with a simple idea: finding a place to enjoy. Over time, however, a second question often emerges. Can this home also generate an income? In most cases, the answer is yes, but the way this is approached can vary significantly. 1. A private home that also hosts One of the most common scenarios is purchasing a private residence and...

If buying a house in Italy is your dream , please contact Sandra and Alberto because they will help you make your dream come true. They are very enthusiastic and guide you about every aspect of buying a house . Their assistance , into the smallest detail , will smoothen the whole process and make you fall in love with Italy (and its people) even more. They speak extraordinary well English, are very helpful and service oriented. We were very lucky to have chosen the right broker and will forever be thankful for their guidance.