Historical 15 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Biella, Piedmont

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Reference: 241981

Bedrooms: 15
Bathrooms: 14
Floor Size: 1,302 m2
Plot Size: 7.64 hectares / 18.87 acres

Features

Balcony
Terrace
Woodland
Fruit Trees
Lake or River Included
Vineyard or Wine Making
Skiing Area
Gym
Hot Tub or Sauna
Possible Extra Dwellings
Potential for Income
Countryside View
Parking
Garage

Details

For auction, this absolutely enchanting historical 8 bedroom villa with 4 bedroom guest house and 3 bedroom cottage, nestling in nearly 19 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens and woodland, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location at the foot of the Alps in Biella, Piedmont.

Bidding commences on June 9th 2023 with a reserve price of just 1,250,000 Euros. The auction date is June 14th 2023.
Please contact us for further details, terms and conditions.

The main house has 4 full and 2 half bathrooms, built in 1834 and the guest house has 4 full and 1 half bathrooms, it is a contemporary style residence, built in 2003.

The cottage has 1 full and 1 half bathroom. All properties enjoy spacious and bright living and dining rooms and fitted kitchens.

Outdoor features include multiple terraces, porticos, a winter garden, rose garden, orchard and limonaia (lemon tree house), a 6 person hot tub and forested surroundings and trails rich with porcini and truffle.

There is a gym, wine cellar; a 4 car garage and wine production capability for Grave quality Nebbiolo and IGT Coste della Sesia.

This fabulous estate is situated 10 minutes from Biella, 1 hour to Turin, 85.4km to Turin Airport,1.25 hours to Milan, 1 hour to Milan Malpensa Airport, 1.25 to Milan Linate Airport, 2 hours from Genoa/Liguria coast and 3.30 hours to Geneva.

Nestled at the foot of the Alps on the border with France and Switzerland, Piedmont is a region of Baroque architecture, rolling vineyards, and elegant cuisine. The property is set just outside of Biella, an area rich in culture, food, majestic nature, and outdoor adventure, and world-renowned for its textiles industry.

Home to creative and innovative minds, Biella is truly the heart of "Made in Italy" fashion. Relish locally grown and produced products such as white truffles, world-famous Nebbiolo wines, or hazelnuts. Ski the Italian Alps in the shadow of Mont Blanc-Courmayeur and Monterosa are 90 minutes away. Relish long summer days on Lake Como (90 minutes) and Lakes Orta and Maggiore (1 hour away). Further afield, luscious seafood and Mediterranean beaches await you on the Ligurian Coast, 2 hours from this fabulous estate. For transcendence-seekers, the UNESCO-recognized Sanctuary di Oropa is a religious pilgrimage site in the Biellese Alps. Well-connected to Milan and Turin, Beilla is convenient to reach via train or car.

The spirit of the late Nino Cerruti, famed Italian designer and textile entrepreneur, endures in Biella, Piedmont, a world-famous destination for its textile and wool industry and the real Made in Italy movement of Italian fashion. Steeped in heritage and history, this is a bespoke estate, offering the opportunity to take up the mantle of a truly magnificent provenance. T

Three structures occupy this expansive, nearly 19 acre property in the Italian Alps, a famed get-away destination for Hollywood celebrities like Roman Polanski, Michael Douglas, and Jack Nicholson. From the nearly 200-year-old primary residence to the contemporary guest house to a cosy caretaker's cottage, guests will enjoy a private retreat.

The estate is ideal for large family gatherings or hosting friends; pull a bottle of the region's finest from the cellar and enjoy the breathtaking views of expansive peaks in the distance from the multiple terraces. With on-property wine production capability, you won't have to look far for a quality glass of vino. Continue the storied tradition of locally grown produce year-round with a lemon tree house and winter garden. Idyllic fruit orchards and rose gardens dot the span of the grounds, adding to the distinct essence and historic allure the House of Cerruti has to offer.

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Italy Property Buying Guide

1. Making the Offer to Purchase (Offerta)

Once you have found the property you wish to purchase you will start the process by making a formal offer to the vendor, the estate agent will act on your behalf and put forward the offer, a deposit will be made available, generally around (10,000 - 20,000 EUR). Once the vendor has accepted the offer it will be formalised in writing to the vendor in both English and Italian. If this is accepted the deposit (Caparra Confirmatoria) will be paid to the vendor. This will form a legally binding contract. Neither party may withdraw at this point, the sale can be forced by either party or a claim for damages can be made. If the purchaser withdraws their deposit will be lost, if the vendor withdraws the purchaser can claim twice the deposit in compensation.

2. Signing the Preliminary Contract (Compromesso or Contratto preliminare)

The next step will take place between 1 and 3 months after the offer has been accepted, this is a formal agreement between the vendor and purchaser to sell and buy the property, this agreement is the Preliminary Contract and will contain the conditions and terms of the sale. It is important at this stage that you have a full understanding of all the details contained in the contract. We would strongly recommend that you appoint a Notary who is fluent in English. This document will include the purchase price, a detailed description of the property including completion date and will cover any obligations placed upon the buyer and the vendor. All information relating to the property including any planning permissions for the property and the cadastral details (a public record, survey, or map of the value, extent, and ownership of land as a basis of taxation). Once the Preliminary Contract (Contratto preliminare) has been signed a further deposit (Caparra Confirmatoria) will be paid, this will generally be 10% - 20% of the purchase price. There will also be an estate agents Commission Fee (Provvigione) which will need to be paid at this point.

3. Signing the Final Deed of Sale (Rogito or Atto Notarile)

The purchaser must have a bank account in order to make the purchase on completion. The signing of the final deed of sale which will authorise the transfer of the property must be overseen by a Notary (Notaio). The buyer will select and hire the Notary, but they are members of an independent body of public/professionals who will draft the purchase deed, they will oversee the passing of the title legally from the vendor to the purchaser. The Notary will also verify the legality of the documentation and registration with the Conservatoria dei Registri Immobiliari and the Local Land Register.

4. Formalities to be observed after Completion

Foreign buyers should obtain a certified copy of the Purchase Deed (Rogito), which the Notary will have lodged with the authorities. Generally this will be available to collect around 2 – 3 weeks after completion. The Notary will also give you a form to complete for the the local authority (Questura) who will have been given formal notice of the purchase. Your Notary will help you to complete this form. You will need to contact the utilities companies to set up new contracts (power, water, telephone, gas etc.). If the property is a flat, the condominium manager (Amministratore del condominio) should be informed of change of ownership of the property.

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