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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.

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Historic Villa for sale Lecce, Apulia, Italy
Old noble mansion with pool and garden near Lecce
Historic Villa for sale Lecce, Apulia, Italy
Former noble residence near the Baroque city of Lecce in Apulia. The 2-hectare fully enclosed property features a botanical garden with ancient tree species, ensuring undisturbed privacy. An imposing wrought iron gate with electric control leads through dense vegetation of eucalyptus, oak, pine, and olive trees to the villa, whose front is adorned by an...
Oikos Immobiliare
Town House for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
Rare post-war palace in Oria
Town House for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
This particular property is a young palace in the medieval town of Oria. The building was constructed in the post-war period in the early 1950s, making it a rare example of an upscale property of the time, incorporating typical elements of bygone eras, including high rooms, vaulted ceilings and contemporary decorations. The complex in Via Tripoli consis...
Oikos Immobiliare
Historic Villa for sale Santo Pietro Belvedere, Tuscany, Italy
Historical villa in Santo Pietro Belvedere
Historic Villa for sale Santo Pietro Belvedere, Tuscany, Italy
The spacious historic villa, centrally located in Santo Pietro Belvedere, impresses with its ancient underground cellars. The villa comes with a private garden of approximately 500 square meters .Currently, the building is divided into three separate units:: The first apartment covers approximately 130 square meters and features a panoramic terrace. It ...
Kaste Immobilien
Farmhouse for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
Old remarkable farmhouse with pigeon tower near Oria
Farmhouse for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
Old farmhouse in need of renovation with 1.3 hectares of land near Oria in the heart of Puglia. About 3 km from the medieval town of Oria, stands a typical, yet very interesting Apulian farmhouse. The 13,000 m² property can be reached via a private driveway that leads directly to the courtyard of the house. The surrounding land is characterized by numer...
Oikos Immobiliare
Historical tower for sale 06019 Spedalicchio, Umbria, Italy
Ancient Watchtower in the Umbrian countryside with lands
Historical tower for sale 06019 Spedalicchio, Umbria, Italy
In the charming hamlet of Spedalicchio in Umbertide, sits this ancient farmhouse that was once a watchtower. The property spans across 4 floors plus an attic space. The ground floor comprises the old storage and animal rooms, which have the potential to be converted into living spaces. While the first and second floors have undergone some restoration, t...
IPN Castello
Historic Villa for sale Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy
Fine Villa in Castiglion Fiorentino with chapel, outbuildings and olive grove
Historic Villa for sale Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany, Italy
Not far from the town of Castiglion Fiorentino is this important property set in a dominant and panoramic position amidst the green hills surrounding the Val di Chiana, consisting of a typical manor house, various outbuildings, a splendid church of 90 square meters, that still retains its original roof although in need of repair. The villa was originall...
IPN Castello
Historic Villa for sale Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Pallanza, Italy
Period mansion with garden in central location of Verbania
Historic Villa for sale Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Pallanza, Italy
Nice example of a bourgeois villa of the early 20th century, one of the most important periods on Lake Maggiore and in northern Italy. The old mansion with private garden is located close to the center in the district of Pallanza of Verbania. The property is in need of modernization, but the internal layout has remained unchanged over all these decades....
Stresa Luxury Real Estate
Historic Villa for sale 28894 Boleto, Piemont, Italy
Art Nouveau Mansion with tower on Lake Orta, Italy
Historic Villa for sale 28894 Boleto, Piemont, Italy
Art Nouveau Mansion: in Boleto on a hill above the island of San Giulio in Lake Orta: . Surrounded by lush green areas, the house extends over four floors and offers a generous living space of about 500 square meters. The interiors largely correspond to the original room layout, there are some renovation and modernization works to be done. In the hallwa...
Città Ideale
Historic Villa for sale 28010 Nebbiuno, Piemont, Italy
Lake Maggiore: Lake view mansion near Meina
Historic Villa for sale 28010 Nebbiuno, Piemont, Italy
A spacious villa from the first half of the 20th century with lake view and 500 sqm of living space in Nebbiuno above Meina. The location is central with quick access to all major services as well as to the highway access towards Milan and Arona. In addition to private use as a family residence or multi-generational home, there is an option for real est...
Città Ideale
Historic Villa for sale Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Intra, Italy
Villa in Verbania Intra with large private garden
Historic Villa for sale Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Intra, Italy
19th century villa located on the outskirts of the historic center of Verbania Intra on Lake Maggiore. The property consists of the two-winged main building, an outbuilding, two garages and an approximately 2,300 square meters of well-kept garden with complete fencing, allowing undisturbed privacy in a central city location. In the stately part of the m...
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Città Ideale
Historic Villa for sale Verbania, Piemont, Italy
Art Nouveau villa in Verbania Antoliva with lake view and garden
Historic Villa for sale Verbania, Piemont, Italy
Detached Art Nouveau villa in need of renovation with garden, terrace, walk-in tower and historical interior. The property is located in the district of Antoliva, a few minutes from the center of Verbania. Property faces south with a very beautiful panoramic view of Lake Maggiore. The house has three floors with 5 rooms each, which can be reached via th...
Città Ideale
Historic Villa for sale 28824 Oggebbio, Piemont, Italy
Lake panorama in Oggebbio: villa with outbuilding and garden
Historic Villa for sale 28824 Oggebbio, Piemont, Italy
Private use or commercial property: Old villa and holiday house in a sublime location in the hamlet of Travallino in the municipality of Oggebbio on Lake Maggiore. The main feature of this property is the wonderful lake panorama that you can emjoy from the windows as well as from the small roof terrace. The main building is a turn-of-the-century villa w...
Città Ideale
Historic Villa for sale Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Intra, Italy
Prestigious villa in central location of Verbania-Intra
Historic Villa for sale Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Intra, Italy
In a central position of Verbania Intra and at a short distance from the lake shore, stands this historic villa: , currently divided into three separate residential units. The house captivates with its stately entrance hall: with magnificent marble staircase: and original interior: design. On the first floor is a three-room apartment with direct access ...
Città Ideale
Historic Villa for sale 28838 Stresa, Piemont, Italy
Art Nouveau villa in Stresa with tower and lake view
Historic Villa for sale 28838 Stresa, Piemont, Italy
A few minutes from the city center and the lakefront in Stresa, stands this Art Nouveau villa with characteristic facade and Belvedere tower. The property stands on a closed plot with its own driveway and extends over three floors. On the first floor there is a spacious entrance hall, a kitchen with dining room and fireplace, as well as a balcony with l...
Città Ideale
Monastery for sale Peccioli, Tuscany, Italy
Former monastery in great location with 100 hectares of land
Monastery for sale Peccioli, Tuscany, Italy
In the Tuscan countryside adorned with cypresses, vineyards, and olive trees, we offer this former monastery with two floors and a parish church dating back to the year 700. This impressive property spans 100 hectares of land, including a lake, a forest with a private wildlife enclosure, agricultural areas, and approximately 400 olive trees. Access...
Kaste Immobilien
Town House for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
Oria: Small historic townhouse with roof terrace - bargain property
Town House for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
Welcome to the heart of Oria's historic medieval town, where a blend of history and modernity creates an atmosphere of timeless elegance and charm. Situated in the picturesque Piazza S. Giustino de Jacobis, this early 20th-century apartment is a true treasure. Spanning 90 square meters, it features a welcoming entrance hall, a well-lit bedroom with...
Oikos Immobiliare
Historic Villa for sale Lovere, Lombardy, Italy
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Period villa in Lovere on Lake Iseo / Lago d'Iseo
Historic Villa for sale Lovere, Lombardy, Italy
Historic Villa with Lake View in Lovere on Lake Iseo. Former residence of Count Alfredo Fè d'Ostiani, a representative turn-of-the-century building in Lovere, in the province of Bergamo in Lombardy. The town is a member of the "Most Beautiful Villages in Italy" association and boasts a number of elegant palaces and historic residences. The villa for sal...
Meani Real Estate
Town House for sale 06019 Umbertide, Umbria, Italy
Palazzo / Historic Townhouse in Umbertide
Town House for sale 06019 Umbertide, Umbria, Italy
A 390 sqm townhouse dating back to 1300 in the heart of the historical town of Umbertide. The palace consists of three floors plus a ground floor with a wide entrance and a majestic ancient doorway and barrel vaults through the basement, which is significant: it has access to the old dungeons of Umbertide. Also on the ground floor is a small cellar...
IPN Castello
Castle for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
18th century palace for sale in Oria with secret garden
Castle for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
An emblem of 18th-century architectural elegance, this classical palace is proudly situated in the historical heart of Oria. Encapsulated within a private courtyard garden, the property also includes additional units annexed to its ground floor. Crafted in the latter part of the 18th century, the palace extends over two floors and is distinguished by tw...
Oikos Immobiliare
Castle for sale Sicily, Italy
Old Mansion with garden for sale in Sicily
Castle for sale Sicily, Italy
Exceptional castle in Sicily with romantic garden on the pearl of the Mediterranean. The castle is located in a small, quiet and charming hamlet, just a few kilometers from the sea. The construction of the building dates back to 1570 and it is in quite good condition. The garden, decorated with historical statues and elements, covers a total area o...
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