Helås, Sweden

175,000 kr

Strone, Scotland

£125,000
($157,968 USD)

Waterfront!

Traditional upper villa with truly beautiful sea views from its shore-side location in the sought after village of Strone. ‘White Rock Villa’ boasts many original features and benefits by having four bedrooms, sitting room with dual aspect, dining kitchen with adjoining utility room, wet room and cloakroom and, externally, private gardens and outhouse with shared drying green and wash house. Further, the roof to the villa has been totally replaced within the last two years. This would make an ideal family, retirement or holiday home given its stunning location and close proximity to local amenities.

The picturesque village of Strone is surrounded by natural beauty with stunning views of the Holy Loch, Loch Long and the Firth of Clyde down to the Isle of Arran. The area is approximately eight miles from Dunoon and on the edge of Scotland’s First National Park.

There are two ferry links to Gourock with rail and coach links meaning that Glasgow city centre is little more than an hour away, with Glasgow Airport, Braehead Shopping Centre and Greenock even closer.

 

San Vito in Monte, Italy


€40,000
($45,270 USD)

The sweetest stone cottage for an even sweeter price.

Set just behind the main piazza of this little village, a pathway leads to this adorable, quaint, cozy “cottage”. There is a paved communal area that leads to a stone-walled private garden, this is main entrance to the property, via old wooden double doors. Enter into the open plan living, dining, and kitchen area. Lovely old stone walls, a traditional fireplace, tiled floors, the kitchen is situated to the left and has a stone tiled worktop. Very traditional with tiled and beamed ceilings, a really nice living space. Spiral stairs lead to the first floor, which at present is used as bedroom space, there is another lovely old fireplace ( although not in use, but could be made functional). To the left is what was the original entrance, making a nice feature, as the stairs lead down to the paved area outside, giving separate access to the upper floor if required. 

San Vito in Monte is a small hillside village, 516 meters above sea level, in a stunning location, it may be a tiny village, but it has its own restaurant/bar just across the square from the house. There are many little festas held throughout the year, in the winter, a procession, and “Befana” visits, which is great fun.

Châtillon-sur-Seine, France

€75,000
($84,740 USD)

That is the most French fireplace I have ever seen.

17th / 18th-century house with enclosed courtyard in the historic district of Saint-Vorles. 21400 Châtillon-sur-Seine in Côte-d'Or.

Character house with interesting volumes, closed and sunny courtyard (patio) in one of the historic districts of Châtillon-sur-Seine. Formerly a doctor's office, this house has several entrances, including one via a beautiful double stone staircase and another with three steps leading to a part restored by the owners.

For the restored part, we arrive on a kitchen with a water point and stone sink, giving access to a room with woodwork, oak parquet, pellet stove.
In a row a second room with woodwork, fireplace (with decorated part), and a shower room with toilet. completely redone.

The entrance by the double staircase gives access to a landing, with a staircase with wooden ramps serving a floor with several rooms and a large attic, all requiring work. In the courtyard, a small summer kitchen and awning.

Galicia, Spain

€45,000
($50,852 USD)

I was intrigued by this one an thought it had some fun details for the price!

Stone house located in a very quiet village of about 15 houses, just 1.3 km from the Council where there are all the basic services and less than 25 minutes from the north coast and the towns of Valdoviño, Cedeira, Ortigueira and more.

It´s located in a 1,248 m² urban estate (SNR) with views of green areas. The 15,000 m² adjoining estates, of which 4,000 are also urban, can also be acquired (price to be agreed.

The house is distributed on two 100 m² floors. Although it needs to be thoroughly renovated, it can be arranged for living temporarily with a small investment.

It has electricity, own artesian aquifer water, and the possibility of connection to municipal supply, sewerage, and cable telephone.

 Lower Argyle, Nova Scotia

Canada

$99,000 CAD
($72,930 USD)

On more than 5 acres overlooking a bay.

This large 1800’s century home in the heart of Argyle, believed to have been owned by Captain John Mclaren, sits on a 5.07-acre lot overlooking Lobster Bay.

The interior is in need of some restoration, but the bones of the home are solid. There are more than 3500 sq ft of living space on 2 levels!  The main level features original flooring and details, bright kitchen, pantry, large living room, full bath, formal sitting room, main level bedroom/office. Take the beautiful staircase to the second level where you will find a large landing space, 4 large bedrooms, half bath, and large studio space, with Juliette balcony, that would be amazing for a daycare, an artists loft, and so many more ideas!

Fantastic sunsets and a beautifully landscaped oasis await you! Call today for your viewing.

 

Eldon, PEI

Canada

$199,900 CAD
($147,311 USD)

This Folk Victorian is so charming!

This 5 bedroom 1 bathroom home would make the perfect property for a growing family in the beautiful community of Belfast, PE. Situated on the Trans Canada Highway, this home has had extensive work done to restore it and bring it back to its original beauty. This home was entirely insulated and had a propane furnace installed in 2015. Throughout the home, there was accent detail custom installed with weaved bamboo from Thailand. The staircase was built with Maple with accent finials from Thailand. Most of the trim and Boston headers are original to this home which is over 100 years old, but hand-carved rosettes from Thailand were installed as accents throughout the home. In the oversized living room with built-in storage, you will find a light fixture that was made from a fish trap imported from Indonesia. Outside, there is a 12' x 18' deck overlooking the backyard which has rose bushes, lilies, and an abundance of perennials. In addition, there is a 22' x 24' outbuilding that would make the perfect workshop or artisan gallery. This home is only a short walk to Cooper's Store where you can find pretty much anything you may need or want (gas, groceries, general merchandise, liquor).

Muras, Spain

Charming house to restore located in the center of Muras, a quiet town but with all the basic services and well connected. 30 minutes from the entire north coast of Galicia. Formerly used as a hospitality business, it consists of three floors built in stone and wood. Ground floor distributed in a large open space (former dance hall), kitchen, and access to the backyard where there is another building with two floors and two toilets in poor condition. The first floor is distributed in 8 rooms, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, and toilet. The second floor is open.

The roof is old but currently has no leaks. It can be reformed to the buyer's taste since there are no dividing walls that condition the distribution.

It has electricity, municipal water, and sewerage.

On the back of the house and located at the level of the second floor, there is a 373 m² farm with access from the paved track.

There is the possibility of acquiring another 187 m² basement and basement building directly opposite the house.

 

Okkenhaug, Norway

1,200,000 kr
($126,968 USD)

Move to Norway and restore this farmhouse!

Do you dream of a small farm near the center of Levanger and Verdal? Then you have the opportunity now! Kolbergvegen 191 in Okkenhaug is now for sale. The property borders the estuary of Reistaddammen. Located rural, but centrally located with only approx. 10 km to the center of Levanger and approx. 12 km to Verdal city center. The property has cultivated land of 11.2 acres and forest of 26.3 acres. Garden with farmhouses, warehouses and various detached houses on 1.6 acres.

The main house and warehouse are in poor condition and full renovation must be expected.

 

BONUS!

Cerqueto, Italy

€250,000
($282,537 USD)

This isn't within the price range, but it was so stunning I just had to share it! KITCHEN O' MY DREAMS.

Situated at the entrance of the village, overlooking the main square, stands this imposing, unique and historic house, approximately 800sqm. in total. Full of character, oozing traditional old Italian style, and what really makes this property extremely special are the various frescoes by Gerardo Dottori found throughout the house. High ceilings, large, high windows, each room offers something different, it’s the house that just keeps giving!

The vast terrace offers stunning views across the Umbrian countryside to the distant mountains, and views over the old terracotta tiled roofs, to the main piazza and the surrounding hills.

This unusual property requires some internal renovation, it could be divided into separate units for either residential or commercial use, for example, it could make a wonderful B&B, or a fabulous family home.

Cerqueto has a small bar/newsagents, supermarket, chemist and post office.  Marsciano, the nearest large town is approximately 5kms away, with large supermarkets, chemists, the weekly market, theatre, and many restaurants. Lake Trasimeno (Italy’s fourth-largest lake) approximate 25-minute drive.