According to recent Italian media reports, Hollywood superstar Mel Gibson is interested in purchasing a property in Italy’s best kept secret – the southern most region, Calabria.

While directing the Passions of the Christ movie, Mel became enchanted by the beautiful scenery after filming in the nearby medieval town of Matera and as stated in the celebrity news site is looking for a more permanent base in the region.

Keen to meet the alleged Calabria property requirements of this A-lister, the mayor of San Lorenzo del Vallo, a little town in northern Calabria, has recommended a 600 year old castle with 13,000 sqm of land of which Gibson could enjoy.

And it’s easy to see why Mel Gibson could be tempted. Situated on the “toe” of Italy, Calabria is an area of extraordinary beauty with miles of picturesque pristine sandy beaches, warm Mediterranean climate, transparent turquoise blue waters, dramatic mountains, tranquil lakes and rolling hills. Rich in history and culture, Calabria offers the traditional dolce vita and is a highly sought after second home destination as well as relocation destination.

If your budget is more Z list than A list then don’t worry,prices for Calabria properties are still affordable with a great selection of off-plan and completed homes on the market.

A brand new development of apartments in the beautiful village of Lorica in the Sila Mountains called Porcino Silano offer apartments available from only €87,000. Or if you require more seclusion and privacy then the Porcino Silano boutique 1 and 2 bedroom apartments situated in the awesome Sila Mountains, only 300 meters from the lake, can be brought for the same price, only €87,000.

For more information about buying property in Italy’s best kept secret – Calabria – then ask the experts at Experience International call + 44 (0) 207 321 5858 or go to Experience-International.com.