Imagine waking up to the sound of birds singing, sipping a coffee while looking at endless vineyards and olive groves, living at a slower and more authentic pace.
This is the daily magic of the Italian countryside… a dream that more and more foreign buyers decide to make come true.
But before falling in love with a farmhouse or a historic villa, it is important to know some fundamental aspects to live this experience in a peaceful and safe way.
Here is what to know before buying a house in the Italian countryside.
The pace of life: slow, authentic, true. Life in small Italian villages follows the rhythm of nature and the seasons.
Shops close for long lunch breaks, local markets liven up the squares once a week, and neighbors greet each other warmly. However, in the countryside services are limited and you often need a car for daily travel. In exchange, you gain a quality of life that is hard to find in big cities.
The countryside offers a wide variety of properties: renovated stone farmhouses with exposed beams, historic villas surrounded by greenery, rustic houses to restore for those who love custom projects.
It is also essential to understand whether the property is habitable immediately or requires major work (and whether it has all the building permits in order).
Legal and technical checks
Before you let yourself be won over, always check that the house is in order from an urban planning and land registry point of view.
In rural areas, it often happens that old buildings have small irregularities.
For this reason, relying on a property finder, a surveyor and a notary you trust protects you from risks and unexpected expenses.
Costs to consider
Buying in the countryside costs less than in the city.
However, it is important to take into account:
Maintenance of gardens and land
Heating costs (LPG, pellet stoves or fireplaces)
Possible renovations
For example, renovating a farmhouse can be a wonderful project, but it requires a clear budget and local professionals.
The reward: a new life
Despite the practical challenges, living in the Italian countryside means breathing pure air, tasting genuine food, living in picture-postcard landscapes.
In conclusion, buying a house in the countryside is much more than an investment: it is a more authentic and profound lifestyle choice.
📩 Ready to find your home in the Italian countryside?
As a property finder, I will select only the best and verified properties for you, supporting you in every phase up to the notarial deed.
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