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Italy is a place full of longing & fascination. For centuries, the country has shaped the culture and architecture of the European continent. World-famous cities such as Rome, Venice, the cradle of the Renaissance Florence, as well as the Mediterranean climate and exquisite cuisine make Italy not only one of the most sought-after travel destinations, but also a coveted center of life for international personalities from all over the world. Even beyond the metropolises, there is no shortage of architecturally accomplished and high-priced residences to inspire your own real estate search. Particularly sought-after: properties in direct lakeside location on one of the upper Italian lakes such as Lake Maggiore, Lake Garda or Lake Como.

Discover Italy once from a completely special side: REALPORTICO presents exclusively nostalgic real estates, whereby on up-to-date needs and luxury comforts must not be renounced. After all, what would living and working in one of the most beautiful countries in the world be without the magical moments in a time-honored house?

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Country property for sale Fermo, Marche
Tenuta Montecapra: A strategic equestrian estate in Le Marche
Country property for sale Fermo, Marche
Set in the rolling countryside of Le Marche, just outside Fermo and within easy reach of the Adriatic coast, Tenuta Montecapra is a substantial private estate offering a rare combination of residential elegance, land scale, sporting infrastructure, and operational flexibility.
  • Asking Price Price confidential
Camisa Homes And Villas S.r.l.
Historic villa for sale Casciana Terme, Tuscany
Historic estate with winery in the Heart of Tuscany
Historic villa for sale Casciana Terme, Tuscany
Situated within the rolling hills of Pisa, this expansive estate covers approximately 74 acres (30 hectares). The property combines established agricultural production with a high-calibre hospitality business, offering complete privacy. The complex comprises two primary residential buildings alongside extensive communal and service areas: Guest Accommodation:
  • Asking Price 9.82M USD
Engel & Völkers Pisa Colline Pisane
Historic villa for sale Crespina, Tuscany
Historic residence with frescoed chapel - Hospitality project in Tuscany
Historic villa for sale Crespina, Tuscany
Located in the heart of Tuscany, on the edge of a village in the province of Pisa, this 18th-century historic villa is for sale. The property is suitable for a high-end hospitality project. The villa offers approximately 1,100 sq m of interior space across three levels and is surrounded by a roughly 8-hectare park with mature trees, scenic views, and a natural pond.
  • Asking Price 2.14M USD
Engel & Völkers Pisa Colline Pisane
Castle for sale San Miniato, Tuscany
Agricultural estate with castle, vineyards and park between Pisa and Florence
Castle for sale San Miniato, Tuscany
Perched on a commanding hilltop between Pisa and Florence, this 16th-century estate combines historic grandeur with a fully operational agricultural enterprise. Restored in 1973 in a romantic 19th-century style featuring distinctive battlements and cornices, the property spans approximately 1,800 m² of built space. The Castle:
  • Asking Price 5.32M USD
Engel & Völkers Pisa Colline Pisane
Historic villa for sale Livorno, Tuscany
Historic residence in Livorno with sea view
Historic villa for sale Livorno, Tuscany
Villa Tiberini was built in 1834 in Ardenza, Livorno’s historic villa district, directly adjacent to the Granducali Casini di Ardenza. The villa offers approximately 835 m² of living space within a private park of about 2,500 m² with sea views.
  • Asking Price 4.57M USD
Engel & Völkers Pisa Colline Pisane
Historic villa for sale Marina di Pisa, Tuscany
Villa Bondi with Sea View in Marina di Pisa
Historic villa for sale Marina di Pisa, Tuscany
Villa Bondi was built between 1905 and 1909 by the Bondi family, Florentine merchants and founders of Manifattura di Signa. It is located in Marina di Pisa and offers approx. 10,936 sq ft of living space on a plot of about 0.86 acres with a pool. The façade features majolica ceramics from Manifattura di Signa; window frames and cornices were produced by the family.
  • Asking Price 3.81M USD
Engel & Völkers Pisa Colline Pisane
Historic villa for sale Tripalle, Tuscany
Tuscany residence with art gallery, frescoes and 61 acres of forest
Historic villa for sale Tripalle, Tuscany
The villa was built in 1895 by Augusto Rey, a prominent painter of the Macchiaioli movement. It is located in Crespina, just minutes from Pisa and Lucca, and about 40 minutes from Forte dei Marmi. The artist’s residence sits on a hill with panoramic views of the typical Tuscan valley, surrounded by lakes, and spans an estate of 25 hectares of forest and around 1,000 olive trees.
  • Asking Price 11.6M USD
Partners International
Historic villa for sale La Spezia, Liguria
Art Nouveau Villa in La Spezia with Terrace, Garden, and Pool
Historic villa for sale La Spezia, Liguria
Detached Art Nouveau villa of approximately 400 m² dating from 1908, set on elevated ground in a residential district of La Spezia with panoramic views over the city rooftops and the sea. Recently restored throughout using high-specification materials including Venetian stucco and Venetian mosaic. Two independent entrances. Ground floor:
  • Asking Price 1.72M USD
Partners International
Period apartment for sale Rapallo, Liguria
Apartment in restored Art Nouveau villa in Rapallo, Liguria
Period apartment for sale Rapallo, Liguria
An 80 m² apartment within a fully restored Art Nouveau villa in Rapallo, with direct views over the sea and marina. The restoration preserved the building's original architectural character whilst introducing modern systems throughout, including high-specification insulation and acoustic treatment. Layout:
  • Asking Price 1.06M USD
Partners International
Historic property for sale 06019 Umbertide, Umbria
Monte Migiano Hamlet
Historic property for sale 06019 Umbertide, Umbria
Located in the charming hamlet of Monte Migiano, just a few minutes from Umbertide, this exceptional property offers a truly unique living experience. It is a detached residence that beautifully incorporates a fully restored former church, seamlessly integrated into the home.
  • Asking Price 982k USD
IPN Castello
Historic property for sale Germignaga, Lombardy
Former Frantoio with lake views and courtyard in Germignaga
Historic property for sale Germignaga, Lombardy
The restored courtyard property in Germignaga dates to the 17th or early 18th century and was originally an olive mill (frantoio); the original stone press remains in place. As much of the comparable historic agricultural building stock on Lake Maggiore has been demolished or extensively altered, a preserved frantoio of this restoration quality is rarely available on the market.
  • Asking Price 1.14M USD
Partners International
Historic villa for sale 22019 Tremezzo, Lombardy
Historic residence on Lake Como with garden and spa
Historic villa for sale 22019 Tremezzo, Lombardy
The villa was built in 1873 and fully renovated in 2003. Materials and finishes were selected with attention to detail. The property is set within approximately 1,500 m² of gardens with views of Lake Como, the surrounding mountains, and Tremezzina. The main level includes a spacious living room with high ceilings and restored early 20th-century frescoes, along with large windows facing the garden.
  • Asking Price 6.93M USD
Partners International
Castle for sale San Polo d'Enza, Emilia-Romagna
Experience history in a timeless atmosphere
Castle for sale San Polo d'Enza, Emilia-Romagna
Nestled in the tranquility of the hills of the Matilda Lands, rich in history, castles, parish churches, and medieval villages, this unique property takes us on an evocative journey into the past linked to the figure of Matilda of Canossa. This charming house-castle has indeed witnessed important historical events:
  • Asking Price 1.1M USD
Monaco Real Estate Srl
Manor house for sale Luzzara, Emilia-Romagna
Timeless elegance between Parma and Mantua
Manor house for sale Luzzara, Emilia-Romagna
Some houses do more than simply offer space; they preserve a way of life. This 1911 villa, nestled in the Emilian countryside between Parma and Mantua, is one of those rare dwellings that welcomes you with discretion, allowing its atmosphere to speak for itself. Located in Luzzara a landscape defined by its waterways, fields, and profound stillness
  • Asking Price 613k USD
Monaco Real Estate Srl
Castle for sale Muradello, Emilia-Romagna
Historic residence in the Piacenza countryside
Castle for sale Muradello, Emilia-Romagna
Immersed in the silence of the Emilian plain, just minutes from Piacenza, stands the Castle of Muradello, an elegant noble residence dating back to the 15th century.
  • Asking Price 1.85M USD
Monaco Real Estate Srl
Historic villa for sale Verbania, Piedmont
Detached grand historic house in Intra with private garden
Historic villa for sale Verbania, Piedmont
Just a short walk from the center of Intra and the lakefront, this detached villa from the turn of the 20th century is offered in largely original condition. The four floors feature well-proportioned, bright rooms connected by a wide staircase. The ground floor includes the entrance hall, several rooms with fireplaces, a full kitchen, and a utility room.
  • Asking Price 717k USD
Città Ideale
Castle for sale Capannori, Tuscany
Historic villa with classic interiors and monumental gardens near Lucca - 34.6 acres
Castle for sale Capannori, Tuscany
16th-century origin · 6+ ha grounds · Chapel · Lemon house · Two pools · Annex with 5 en-suite rooms · Minutes from Lucca Villa Teodoro sits in the hills above Lucca, in a part of Tuscany that has always attracted people who prefer substance over spectacle. The countryside here is quiet and ordered, with long views and a sense of permanence that is increasingly rare. The Estate:
  • Asking Price 17.3M USD
Camisa Homes And Villas S.r.l.
Historic tower for sale 27050 Val di Nizza, Lombardy
Tower of Casarasco, Oltrepò Pavese, Lombardy
Historic tower for sale 27050 Val di Nizza, Lombardy
Private sale · approx. 1 hr from Milan · approx. 1 hr from Genoa Rising from the green hills of Oltrepò Pavese, the Tower of Casarasco is among the oldest surviving medieval structures in the region, dating back to the 9th century. It forms part of the remains of a castle that once commanded the Nizza Valley, and carries with it a remarkable history.
  • Asking Price 301k USD
Private seller
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