Nestled along the rolling hillside set back from the Ionian Sea in southern Italy, San Giorgio Albanese, a 15th century borgo offers a traditional Italian lifestyle. The town is home to around 500 people and only 20 minutes from the beach areas close to Sibiri.

The main street Via Roma is where you’ll find the majority of the towns services. Local shops, bars and a couple of pizzeria/restaurants.

A welcoming community, the locals are very friendly and many have a few words or more in English. A two storey town house with roof terrace and stunning views is available to purchase for a bargain price. Close to the beaches along the Ionian Sea in south east Italy, the property is steeped in history.

The original stone staircase leads to the main first floor part of the property. Each room wraps around the central stairwell from left to right. The huge sitting room has a feature fireplace and entry into the large kitchen. Following on entry into the main bedroom and bathroom with bath/shower, toilet, bidet and sink.

There is a second large room which could ideally make a second bedroom. Stairs continue into the attic which is home to a large pizza/bread oven. Two huge rooms which are used to cure ham and hang cheese and a large eating area.

A set of wooden stairs take you onto the roof terrace. The views are stunning taking in the rolling hillside and country down to the Ionian Sea. The property is over 140 sq mtrs internally with a terrace of 20 sq mtrs The property is being sold unfurnished Parking is in the street. The town is a short ride to Sila and the Pollino National Park.

Skiing during the short winter at Camgliatello with trekking, mountain biking during the long summer months.

Nearest airport Lamezia Terme.