Area
1700 м2
Bedrooms
9
Bathrooms
14
Prestigious Castle With Centuries Old Park On The Border Of Monferrato In Piedmont
The property is located in the province of Alessandria in a charming village on the hills between Monferrato and Langhe. The Castle, which later took the name ”Royal Castle” as it was purchased by Her Majesty Queen Cristina di Borbone, still retains the original defensive walls. The property consists of the castle and the former stables which are surrounded by a wonderful park with water features and green shaded areas which alternate with centuries-old trees and a bicentennial plane tree. The castle has been mentioned in official documents since 1367 when the town fell into the possession of Galeazzo Visconti however it is certain that prior to this there was already a fortress for defending the town. The Viscontis invested various families for the management of the town, the last of which remained in charge for over five centuries. In 1908 the Castle was declared a valuable national monument for its art and history by the Ministry of Education.
The completely renovated property consists of:
• Main body of the Castle: developed on 4 floors for a total of 1,700 square meters. The main floor preserves rooms of historical charm such as the reception hall with coffered ceiling, the rooms connected to it which are embellished with frescoes from the early 1800s, and the loggia leading to the castle chapel, now deconsecrated. The first floor houses seven bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms; the second floor has two master suites with private bathrooms, all of a generous size.
• Guest quarters: separate building from the main body of the Castle once used as stables, it is now developed on two floors for a total of 580 square meters
• Park composed of several centuries-old trees, which completely surround the Castle for a total of 7,000 square meters.
The small medieval town offers all the necessary services and the other centers of Piedmont are easily reachable such as Alessandria (13 Km), Asti (25 Km), Alba (51 Km). The location is also convenient from Milan (100 Km), Genoa (96 Km) and Turin (75 Km). The closest airport is Genoa, about 80 km away but the property is also quickly reachable from the Milan airports. Linate (115 Km), Milan Malpensa (135 Km) and Turin (113 Km). The location set between Monferrato and the Langhe is a world famous territory known for the production of a great variety of wines and has earned Unesco recognition for its history and for the indissoluble bond between man and landscape.
The completely renovated property consists of:
• Main body of the Castle: developed on 4 floors for a total of 1,700 square meters. The main floor preserves rooms of historical charm such as the reception hall with coffered ceiling, the rooms connected to it which are embellished with frescoes from the early 1800s, and the loggia leading to the castle chapel, now deconsecrated. The first floor houses seven bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms; the second floor has two master suites with private bathrooms, all of a generous size.
• Guest quarters: separate building from the main body of the Castle once used as stables, it is now developed on two floors for a total of 580 square meters
• Park composed of several centuries-old trees, which completely surround the Castle for a total of 7,000 square meters.
The small medieval town offers all the necessary services and the other centers of Piedmont are easily reachable such as Alessandria (13 Km), Asti (25 Km), Alba (51 Km). The location is also convenient from Milan (100 Km), Genoa (96 Km) and Turin (75 Km). The closest airport is Genoa, about 80 km away but the property is also quickly reachable from the Milan airports. Linate (115 Km), Milan Malpensa (135 Km) and Turin (113 Km). The location set between Monferrato and the Langhe is a world famous territory known for the production of a great variety of wines and has earned Unesco recognition for its history and for the indissoluble bond between man and landscape.
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Additional details
Property type
Elite
Object type
Castle
Price
2 830 106 $
Land area
7000
Characteristics
FAQ
In Italy a residence permit is typically issued based on a minimum investment threshold. Applications are reviewed within 30–60 days in Alessandria; you will need a passport, proof of funds, and the ownership documents. Hatamatata helps prepare and submit the paperwork.
Banks in Italy finance 50–70% of the property value for non-residents with rates of 3–5% for 20–30 years. A life insurance policy and a 30–40% down payment are usually required. Terms and programs vary by city and bank.
Expected expenses: transfer tax 0–15%, registration 0.5–2%, notary 0.5–1.5%, agent commission 0–3%. In total 2–20% on top of the purchase price. Exact rates depend on region, property type and programs.
A title search at the land registry of Italy takes 10–15 business days. You receive ownership, encumbrance and tax clearance certificates. Documents are translated and reviewed by a lawyer before signing.
Yes. Rental income tax is 5–25% depending on the regime. In Alessandria short-term tourist rentals typically yield 5–8% per year. Municipal permission and income registration are usually required.
Yes. An inspection costs about 0.5–1% of the price (2 830 106 $) and covers structure, utilities and legal status. Hatamatata arranges a qualified engineer with an EN/RU report.
A typical transaction runs 30–90 days, averaging 45 in Alessandria: due diligence (10–15 days), notarization (5–7 days), registration (10–14 days), residence permit (30–60 days, if needed).
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