real estate news: Historic estates for sale

Set in the heart of Gascony, roughly 30 minutes from Marciac, this historic country estate dating back to 1791 offers approximately 4,820 square feet of living space surrounded by 3.7 acres of fully walled parkland filled with centuries-old trees. The home seamlessly combines classic architectural character with generous room proportions and versatile living spaces. Main residence:

Villa Mascetti is a historic Renaissance estate located just outside the walls of Lucca. Built in the early 1500s according to designs attributed to Nicolao Civitali, the residence spans four levels and approximately 24,700 square feet of interior space. The property sits on 7.4 acres of private parkland and remains one of the region's most preserved examples of period architecture.

Set in the hills around Lake Maggiore, this historic property dates from the early 20th century and was renovated in 2005. The estate comprises two separate buildings with independent entrances. The main building extends over two floors. The ground floor includes a spacious living area, a half bathroom, a veranda, a covered portico and a private courtyard.

At the foot of the Val Grande mountains near Mergozzo, this historic villa sits on a spacious, level private property. The estate comprises two separate buildings. The main villa extends over three floors plus a basement with a cellar, laundry room and utility room. The ground floor includes a living area and an eat-in kitchen.

Villa Leopolda is located in the hills of Chianti Pisano, 30 minutes from Pisa. The property extends over 320 hectares of woodland, meadows and Mediterranean vegetation. The surrounding area is known for its vineyards and historic villages. 18th-century villa: The main villa dates from the 18th century and has 940 m² of living space.

Townhouse in the center of a listed 15th-century fortress with 228 m² of usable space and a total area of 369 m², including basement rooms and outbuildings. Features include exposed masonry, barrel vaults and historic terracotta floors. Ground floor with a continuous living area comprising a salon, dining room with stone fireplace, 20 m² kitchen and bedroom with bathroom.

Mas near a village officially classified as one of the most beautiful villages in France, 21 minutes by car from Uzès. Original architectural elements have been preserved. The main living area includes a living room with kitchen, a second living room with fireplace and an office or TV room. A summer room with access to the garden is reached from the planted courtyard.

Large estate in the Gard with no direct neighbors and no visible development nearby. Main house with 335 m² of living space, restored by a renowned architect. Historic architectural elements and materials have been preserved. Ground floor: Living spaces with access to terraces and the park. Living room accessible from the entrance hall, connected to the terrace by a large sliding door system.

This remarkable villa, built in 1896, combines elements of late Historicism with touches of the Liberty style that emerged around the turn of the century in Northern Italy. With refined interior detailing and large windows, the architecture signals the transition into modernity. Its standout feature is the magnificent view of Lake Maggiore framed by the Alpine skyline.

Luxury period villa on the lake in Oggebbio: Stunning property with views of Switzerland. This historic villa is located in Oggebbio, just a few kilometers from the Swiss border. The prestigious lakefront residence offers breathtaking views of the Lombardy shore, Switzerland and the typical villages along Lake Maggiore.

Located in the picturesque landscape of the Salzkammergut, surrounded by mature trees and extensive greenery, Schloss Windern is a historic estate with a long and distinguished past. Its preserved architecture, spacious interiors and carefully maintained grounds reflect centuries of aristocratic tradition.

The historic estate "Kaisergütl" on the southwestern outskirts of Salzburg has a history dating back to the 17th century and is documented under this name in the Salzburg State Archives. The property combines historic character with modern residential comfort and has been carefully restored and thoughtfully updated.

In a prime corner location directly on the Treene River and the picturesque canals of Friedrichstadt, just a short walk from the historic market square, this listed townhouse presents a rare opportunity to acquire a remarkable historic property.

Historic building complex in Wioska near Skępe in the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship, located between Warsaw and Bydgoszcz. The former estate grounds are situated directly on Lake Wielkie (Jezioro Wielkie) with approximately 270 meters of private shoreline.

For sale is the palace of the Oppersdorff family located in Pisarzowice, Strzeleczki municipality, which was entered into the Register of Monuments on May 7, 1964, by decision 843/64. It was the residence of widows from the Oppersdorff family, hence the name "Widows' Palace". It is surrounded by a park with magnificent chestnut trees and old-growth forest. The entire area is fenced.

Le Chapitre stands in the center of Lure on a listed heritage site. It originated as a monastery built in 1787 in the neoclassical style, to plans by Jean-Baptiste Kléber. The estate comprises a 1.53 ha park, a main house with 630 sqm of living space and 17 rooms, plus 180 sqm of additional usable space.

Castle in need of renovation near Château de Chenonceau in the Loire Valley. Tuffeau stone facade with symmetrical architecture between two slightly projecting pavilions beneath a pediment with heraldic decoration. Inside, an enfilade of salons leads to the south-facing terrace overlooking the enclosed park. The park includes a wash house, pavilion, pool, tennis court, orchard and water feature.

An elegant flat in the heart of Orta San Giulio, just a few steps from the shores of Lake Orta. In the picturesque old town of Orta San Giulio, just a few metres from the romantic shores of Lake Orta, we are offering for sale a stylish flat on the first floor of a building that was expertly renovated in 2018.