Palau is an attractive local village which has 3200 inhabitants located on the Northern tip of the Island.
The buzzing and efficient tourist harbour is the gateway to the spectacular Archipelago of La Maddalena hence its popularity among visitors.
The territory offers great scenery and natural attractions such as the 122 m high granite cliff of Roccia dell’Orso (“the Horse Rock”), sculpted by the natural elements for thousands of years. Of particular interest is the exclusive but charming village of Porto Raphael, the lovely L’isola Dei Gabbiani beach and the various and numerous inlets, coves ,rock formations lagoons and archeological sites (such as the Jant’s Grave in Li Mizani) that can be admired along the scenic route that leads to the renowned tourist and fishing town of Santa Teresa di Gallura.
Visitors should not miss the chance to jump on the 19th century steam train that goes through evocative landscapes and granite range until it reaches the heart of the Gallura region ending its journey in the lovely Tempio Pausania town at the bottom of the 1200 m high Limbara Mount. The village is famed for its diuretic waters and imposing granite façades in the historic centre. Just within a few kilometres you can find the working village of Calangianus which is famous for its cork industry, and the picturesque village of Aggius and its intrigueing Valley of the Moon.
This investment opportunity refers to two  Sardinian villas located in an area called “Lu Lignamu” by the locals which is in a charming countryside area 4 km from Palau and around 7 km from Arzachena.
This location it is noted for its logistical value in its proximity to services and amenities that may be required including Olbia’s airports and harbour (30 minutes away) lovely resorts and the stunning coastline of the Costa Smeralda.
The area is typical of the Gallura region in that it boasts the rolling meadows, distinctive granite and the fragrant Mediterranean of the area on which stand lovely traditional farmhouses called “stazzi” and new properties that replicate the look of them.
The “stazzi” in fact were the farmers dwellings, usually developed on a ground floor, with a rectangular size that have been handed down from generation to generation.
The farmers life was hinged on these traditional houses and the nearby owned land that came with them as they would tend their livestock, crops, orchard and vineyard.
Both villas are similar in design and feature the same precious finishes, although different in size , are going under construction respectively on a plot of 17.000 sq m (the bigger in size) and 14.700 sq m land .
They blend-in naturally with the surrounding vegetation and granite hillsides achieving an environmentally balanced aesthetic and retaining their owners privacy, their slick design has being created to offer maximum comfort and to achieve the best sun exposure.
The villa number 1 hasbeen developed on two levels, ground floor and basement, which are interconnected by an internal staircase.
The main floor provides a living surface of 123 sqm (net) m that is composed of a very spacious living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
Of particular value are the large covered verandas with panoramic sea-views and the porch in the back of the house.
Within the basement is what as known as “taverna”, an area where Sardinians would do their entertaining on a long table with friends and family in attendance.
With plenty of natural light this living space of 146 sq m has the potential to be converted into a separate apartment, a function room, a guest area or whatever the owner wishes.
Locals materials have been used throughout to embellish these state of the art dwellings, also worth a mention is the impressive façade clad with golden -colour local stones and the majestic granite pillars stand in the verandas.
Villa number 2 , smaller in size, is also developed on two floors interconnected by an internal staircase. The design consists of spacious living area , a kitchen, 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The basement floor of 128 sq m in area features the same layout of the villa number one.
Both villas wont be completed in the inside so buyers will have the freedom to complete the interior according to their own tastes and choosing the materials they prefer.
Completion is set for the summer 2008.
The purchase price is 950.000 EU for villa number 2 and 1.250.000 EU for the villa number 1 as per provided plan.
Purchasing prices are subject to VAT and legal fees.