Dolceacqua – Old Town Apartment with Large Terrace for Sale

Located in the historic centre of Dolceacqua, this distinctive apartment was extensively renovated and modernised in 2019. Offering approximately 149 m² of living space arranged over three levels, the property comprises four bedrooms and four bathrooms, as well as a large terrace of approximately 30 m² with beautiful views across the rooftops of the old town, the historic stone bridge and Doria Castle. During the renovation, original features of the traditional Ligurian townhouse were carefully preserved and combined with modern, individual interior design.

The entrance to the apartment is on the third floor. This level comprises four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The principal bedroom enjoys a lovely view of Doria Castle and has a modern en-suite shower room. A second double bedroom with its own shower room is slightly separate from the other rooms and is accessed via a small balcony, which is currently also used as a utility area. There is a further double bedroom, as well as a spacious internal room without windows. With its historic vaulted ceiling, this room has a distinctive character and is currently also used as a bedroom. A third bathroom completes this floor.

An internal staircase leads to the fourth floor, where the open-plan kitchen and dining area is located. High ceilings and sections of exposed natural stonework give the room plenty of character, combining the historic fabric of the building with contemporary design. The open kitchen integrates seamlessly into the spacious dining area. A fourth bathroom is also located on this level.

From the kitchen and dining area, an airy internal staircase leads up to a bright, contemporary gallery, forming the third level of the apartment. Designed in an industrial style, the gallery features two comfortable lounge areas and provides additional space for reading, relaxing or working.

The approximately 30 m² terrace is conveniently accessed directly from the open-plan dining area and is one of the highlights of the property. It offers ample space for a large dining table, lounge furniture and several seating areas. Particularly attractive are the open views across the rooftops and narrow lanes of the historic old town, towards the characteristic stone bridge and up to Doria Castle. A combination of sunny and shaded areas makes the terrace enjoyable at different times of the day.

The apartment is equipped with double-glazed windows, air-conditioning units providing both cooling and heating, and a connection to the mains gas network. A cellar of approximately 15 m² on the ground floor provides additional storage space.

With its generous layout, the property offers plenty of room for family and guests. It is equally suitable as a permanent residence or as a second or holiday home. Thanks to its layout and central location, it also offers good potential for use as a holiday rental.

Dolceacqua is one of the best-known historic villages in western Liguria. Its medieval centre, dominated by Doria Castle and the stone bridge famously painted by Claude Monet, combines a unique historic atmosphere with good infrastructure for everyday life. Restaurants, cafés and small shops, as well as a bank, post office, schools and medical services, can all be found within the village. The surrounding Nervia Valley, with its vineyards, olive groves and walking trails, offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation.

Bordighera, Ventimiglia and the French border can be reached by car in approximately 15 minutes. Sanremo is around 35 minutes away, while Monaco can be reached in approximately 45 minutes. Nice International Airport is about a one-hour drive from the property.

Commission

The commission payable by the buyer is 3.66% of the purchase price, including VAT.