With Annex 8 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside and panoramic views in Como, Lombardy

3,380,000 EUR 2,906,800 GBP 3,650,400 USD

Reference: 235140

Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 6
Floor Size: 1,000 m2
Plot Size: 2.8 hectares / 6.92 acres

Features

Balcony
Fireplace
Renewable Energy
Possible Extra Dwellings
Potential for Income
Countryside View
Panoramic View
South Facing
Private
Parking
Garage
Turn Key Good Condition

Details

Exquisite 8 bedroom historic villa with tower and two independent apartments, nestling in nearly 7 acres of glorious land while enjoying panoramic views from its South facing location near all amenities in Como.

This wonderful property from the 1500s situated in the Cardano area, was initially a holiday home and agricultural estate. In 1859, the period of the battle of Garibaldi in San Fermo, it became the principal residence of an Austrian noble family. The current owner has completely renovated the building while maintaining the main architectural features.

The residence is of great charm and unparalleled beauty, ideal for residential use, even to become a relais chateau or a luxury B&B. The dimensions are 1,150m2, and the land is 28,000m2 partially wooded. In addition, the structure has two independent apartments that can be used for staff and guests or tourist use.

The main villa is divided as follows: On the ground floor is an entrance, study, double living room with a chest of drawers and majestic fireplace, a
dining room with a large fireplace, and a spacious fitted kitchen.

On the first floor is a large bedroom with an important parquet floor with bathroom en suite, two large bedrooms with parquet flooring and a bathroom, a study and a walk in wardrobe, a further living room with kitchen and dining room and fireplace with stove wood burner in cast iron.

On the top floor are two other bedrooms with bathrooms, in addition to the panoramic tower. The villa's orientation is to the South, and it enjoys excellent exposure and maximum privacy, immersed in its centuries-old garden.

There is an 8 car garage of approximately 200m2 in the villa. The finishes are of the highest quality and historical significance, with several fireplaces in the individual rooms, giving prestige to the dwelling.

The double glazed windows and solar panels for hot water complete this exquisite property.

The city of Como, the capital of the province and the main town on Lake Como, offers its guests numerous activities such as museums, shops, restaurants, living room bars, cinemas and theatres.

The Lake Como navigation service offers all year round easy access to the other picturesque locations around the lake: Cernobbio, Menaggio, Tremezzo and the famous "Perla del Lago", Bellagio.

The lake offers many opportunities for water sports enthusiasts, trekking and mountain bikers. Winter sports enthusiasts can easily reach the most popular ski resorts in St. Moritz (CH), Madesimo, Bormio and Livigno (Ital. ) within less than 3 hours by car.

The exclusive Hotel Villa d'Este in Cernobbio and Mandarin Oriental in Blevio are only a 10-minute drive away.

Milan and the international airports of Malpensa and Linate can be reached in about 40 minutes, and the Swiss city of Lugano with its regional airport that offers daily connections to Zurich Airport can be reached in about 20 minutes by car.

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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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