Luxury houses for sale in Francofonte

Villa Renna was built in the mid-nineteenth century by Cav. Cancellieri in Francofonte, a place where Giovanni Verga often stayed and where he learned of the story that later inspired him for Cavalleria rusticana. After a long restoration, the residence has returned to its sober elegance. The facade is embellished by a solemn staircase adorned with balustrades in Noto stone. On the facade, we find terracotta roundels in addition to the precious bas-reliefs by Vaccaro. Expand

In the Francofonte area, we offer for sale a prestigious 19th-century villa rich in architecture inspired by the events of Verga's 'Cavalleria Rusticana'. Casina Cancellieri, now Villa Renna, has returned to its sober elegance after a long restoration. The residence extends over a total plot of approximately 7000 sqm and through a wide driveway, you reach the main entrance embellished by a solemn staircase with Noto stone balustrades. Terracotta roundels with fine bas-reliefs adorn the facade. Expand