Property Description

This Charming Sea-view Studio in Termini Imerese makes a Perfect Base at the Heart of Sicily’s North Coast; Sold Freshly Renovated and Fully Furnished

Appartamento Giusi is a characterful sea-view studio in Termini Imerese. It is currently in the early stages of a full renovation which is to be completed over in the coming months, and the vendor is looking for a buyer who is prepared to sign a pre-contract agreement and pay a deposit, in order to finance the work. This makes the property a great option for someone who wants a holiday home with history but a brand new interior, without the logistics and time commitment of designing their own renovation project from scratch.

Accordingly, we can’t share a virtual tour but we are instead providing ‘before and after’ images of the compact apartment, with photos of the current state of the space and, more relevantly, digital renderings of the end product. This will be sold fully furnished and complete in every detail, ready to be used from the moment the keys are exchanged.

Located on the second floor of a corner terrace townhouse in the north coast town of Termini Imerese, Appartamento Giusi is only 700m from the sea and right in the heart of a traditional Sicilian community that is both busy and welcoming.

You’ll find yourself just half an hour from the idyllic beach of Cefalù and half an hour from the endless fascinations of Palermo. It’s a perfect spot for one person who wants the option to work from home in glorious year-round sunshine, or a couple who want a pied-a-terre that’s a perfect base for adventurous mini-breaks discovering all that our island has to offer.

The Property

Three and a half metres wide and a little under six metres deep, the cosy studio is well-lit, thanks to a south-west facing French window. This in turn opens onto a balcony which overlooks via Stessicoro. Away to the east it also gives you a view of the harbour of Termini Imerese and, beyond, the turquoise waters of the gulf that bears the city’s name.

The floors are in rose marble which has been imported from Portugal, the walls and ceiling in smooth white plaster and the trim in light, pine-coloured wood. This will include the kitchen units, dining table, shelves and the sink unit in the bathroom. Sicilian-style majolica tiles will provide a colourful accent in a long backsplash behind the kitchen unit, which will also include an induction hob, electric oven and an enclosed fridge-freezer.

The sleeping area will be furnished with a sturdy 140cm bed and comfortable mattress. There will be a large wardrobe a partial divider will differentiate this part of the space from the kitchen and dining areas. On the far wall a washroom will lead to the bathroom, fitted with a modern box shower, washing machine, sink, toilet and bidet, and a small airing cupboard under a flight of stairs.

The apartment will be equipped with all mod cons, including two-way air conditioning that will be able to heat as well as cool the space. Windows are in original wood with double glazing. The electrical and plumbing systems will have been completely reinstalled to the highest contemporary standards. The internet and mobile phone reception in Termini Imerese are both fast and reliable, making Appartamento Giusi a solid candidate for remote work.

Surroundings

The building shows signs of wear and tear on the outside, but is in solid shape structurally. You will find friendly international neighbours, as the vendor tells us that a German couple have recently purchased another lovely flat in this building.

Via Stessicoro takes you directly into the centre of Termini Imerese, just a few hundred metres away. The coastal town is home to about 25,000 people, and boasts a good range of shops, bars and restaurants, including a choice of supermarkets. The nearest is only 500m away to the south.

The town is on the route of the historic Targa Florio rally, and a museum dedicated to the history of motorsport in Sicily can be found just outside the centre of Termini Imerese to the north. Some rather more distant history is on display at the ruins of the ancient spa town of Imera, which was the forerunner to modern Termini before it was sacked by the Carthaginians in the early fifth century.

The town’s train station is less than ten minutes from Appartamento Giusi will take you everywhere along the north coast of Sicily, from Messina in the east to the station at Palermo airport in the west. If you’re buying Appartamento Giusi as a second home but don’t want the expense of keeping a car at the airport or constant negotiations with rental companies, this is a huge bonus.

Potential

The vendor and other property owners in the building have been exploring the possibility of adding a lift, and planning permission has already been granted to install one in the communal stairwell. If you’re approaching retirement, or liable to be travelling with heavy luggage, this is a huge advantage for the future.

By choosing to buy the renovated and fully furnished sea-view studio in Termini you will already be guaranteeing yourself a simple and straightforward relocation to Sicily. If, however, you would like to make the transition even easier for yourself, consider our Welcome to Sicily after-sale package. This is a comprehensive valet service that will take away all of the admin and paperwork associated with buying a property and potentially becoming a tax resident here (there’s a lot of good financial reasons to consider this, especially if you’re bringing pension income to the island!). Ask our friendly international team for more details.