Property for sale in Lago, Calabria, Italy – IHS18FS

This prestigious property, is situated in an idyllic setting with stunning views in the Comune of Lago (CS) and just 5 minutes from the centre of the Comune of Lago (cs)  and approx. 45 mins drive north of Lamezia airport. Lago is the closest town  set in the hillside above Amantea with all local amenities that would be required, cafe bars, pizzeria, shops, grocers, gift shops and a central piazza for taking in the charming ambience.
Amantea approx. 10 mins drive away, is a busy town with all the modern amenities: variety of shops and boutiques, café bars, restaurants/pizzeria, gelatarias, pharmacies, post office etc. this blends well with the charming old historical centre where you can meander through the traditional narrow streets and enjoy the true feel of Calabria, enjoy an ice cream in one of the famous gelatieria of the area and from the kerbside seats overlook the marina town and spectacular views of the sea and coastline.  The marina beach front offers beach bars and lidos and a small Acqua Park, children’s play area and a variety of seasonal activities. It also hosts many festivals and fieras during the year and a daily market selling locally grown fruit and vegetables.
The property is conveniently positioned to explore the many traditional hilltop villages eg.  Locri and La Sila National Park, which is approx. 1 hr drive away and boasts some of the most spectacular and dramatic scenery offered in the area coupled with year-round activities such as walking, pony trekking, quad bikes and skiing.  The A3 autostrada at Falerna is a 25-minute drive away from where it is possible to access many other areas of interest including the museum housing the Bronzes of Riace at Reggio Calabria. You can also take in the healing and relaxing qualities of Thermal Springs and Health Spa located at both Lamezia -La Caronte, and Guardia Piemontese – Terme Luigiane. For the more active there is white water rafting on the River Lao at Scalea and kite surfing at Gizzeria – which hosts the World Championships..
Access to the property is via a driveway and the house is approx. 400msq including balconies and a garden of approx. 200msq. Set on 3 levels with the ground level and 1st floor having independent access. The ground floor comprises large fitted kitchen with dining area and utility area off, a lounge with fireplace, 2 bedrooms; 1 with access onto the terrace, 1 large bathroom with shower, an entrance hall/lounge area from where the stairs with a wooden banister rail lead to the first floor level. There is an understairs store.
The first floor has independent access and benefits from a kitchen, lounge, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The balcony that surrounds this level can be accessed from most rooms and has stunning mountain views.
The upper level is made up of an open plan kitchen/diner & lounge, 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms.