US$898,708.00 Casale Francia is a lovely centuries-old 200 sq.mt. stone house, now perfectly restored and fitted with all modern conveniences. It is set in 20,000 sq. mt. of private grounds with a sweeping lawn, a petanque playing area, an outdoor wood-fired grill and entertaining area, a well-stocked vegetable garden, olive groves and a vineyard. There is a quiet area with a large hammock for relaxing on a summer's afternoon, an old threshing circle (an aia) ideal as a romantic setting for al fresco dining, and the grounds extend into the surrounding woodland ensuring privacy. Wells provide ample water for the beautifully landscaped grounds and hand-picked bushes and trees. Set high above the road from Arpino down into the valley, the property enjoys magnificent panoramic views. The elevation above the road protects against any traffic noise while the road still provides a few minutes access to the shops, cafès and other facilities of Arpino. The property is approached up a well-lit private drive with electronically-controlled wrought-iron entrance gates.The restoration of Casale Francia displays a finely-judged balance between ancient and modern, respecting and indeed highlighting the antique stone while featuring a sophisticated modern sense of style, emphasised by dramatic furnishings and lighting.There is a pleasant covered terrace at the entrance to the home overlooking the shaded lawn where the hammock is strung between trees with a vista across to the hills ringing the valley. The entry hall has a full bathroom leading off it, designed for showering convenience should the purchaser decide to install a swimming pool and/or tennis court, for which there is ample space. A large formal dining room opens on to a terrace, and a modern staircase is set dramatically against a feature red wall leading to the upper floor. Old stone is left bare to frame a hand-made...