Property for sale in Falerna, Calabria, Italy – IHS58RV

Ideal lock and leave renovated townhouse set in the beautiful town of Castiglione just above the town of Falerna (cz) approx. 20 minutes from Lamezia airport and train station.
Recently renovated to a high standard the property is a 2-storey town house with approx. 70msq of living space with a balcony off the bedroom. The front door opens into an open living space; kitchen/diner, lounge. Stairs lead to the upper level with 1 good sized bedroom and a bathroom with corner shower. From the bedroom the balcony can be accessed where you can enjoy your morning coffee overlooking the traditional narrow streets of the village.
Castiglione takes its name from The Norman Castle that was built in 1062, called Castel Leone: this castle became one of the most important defence works of the district, to defend the Gulf of Sant’Eufemia and the abbey of the same name. In 1214 the castle resisted a Saracen invasion. Due to the Saracen raids, the population fled to the mountains and hills, going to live inland thus the area became a lively agricultural area.
One entrance into the village is through an original stone archway the house is located just off the piazza from where there are commanding views of the sea, coastline and mountains. There is a grocery store and bar in the village and regular deliveries of fresh fruit & veg, fish and other provisions which sell in the piazza.Just 3 km is the coastal town of Falerna Marina featuring a long stretch of beach and a newly appointed promenade where you will find an array of beautiful café bars and restaurants. It is an excellent location to use as a base to explore the beauty of the surrounding countryside and traditional, historic, hillside towns. The stunning National Park of La Sila is approx 1 ¼ hr drive away and benefits from year-round activities; walking, trekking in the summer and in the winter, there are a variety of ski resorts offering skiing, ski school, snowboarding and skidoos. From the position of the property, you can enjoy the activities of a winter holiday from a winter sun location.
Other places of interest include the museum housing The Bronzes of Riace and other articles of archaeological interest is at Reggio Calabria. The next resort of Gizzeria is famous for its air currents which make it the ideal place for kite surfing and hosts many Championship competitions.  Within a short drive is the town of Lamezia/Nicastro, where there is a vast array of amenities afforded by the principal town for the area together with a zone of archaeological interest and within easy reach is the thermal springs of Lamezia Terme – and Health Spa – La Caronte.