luxury real estate for sale Acquanegra Cremonese, Italy

Cascina Medici del Vascello, in the province of Cremona, surrounded by greenery and located within a larger park. The property, once an integral part of the Fortress of Villa Medici del Vascello, of which it constituted the church and the greenhouse, was later transformed into a private residence. The house, with a total interior area of about 2,500 square meters, built on a prized lot of 15,000 square meters, is located on several levels and has recently been renovated, so as to restore the building to its former glory while maintaining all its distinctive features, such as, sometimes barrel ceilings, exposed wooden beams, terracotta floors and original stone walls of the time. The property is full of passages, halls and corridors consistent with the local architectural tradition.The complex is immersed and part of the 105,000 sqm park belonging to the fifteenth-century Rock of Villa Medici del Vascello. Within this wider area are a lake, high-quality plant essences, and historic buildings. The relevant garden the Cascina, of one and a half hectare, develops both on the front and the back of the structure, creating romantic and natural backdrops. The Villa comes from a fortress erected at the beginning of the fifteenth century, at the will of Carlino Fondulo (1407), Lord of Cremona. The original need was to ensure control over the Lower Cremonese Province, in a crossroads place between the roads leading to Parma, Mantua, Brescia and Cremona. In the second half of the fifteenth century, after the move to the Duchy of Milan, the defensive vocation is lost and the process of transformation begins that will lead the Rocca to transform into Villa. This happens during the period when the villa, was home to Cecilia Gallerani, the woman portrayed in Leonardo da Vinci’s famous painting “Dama with the ermine”.Considering the value of the location, the complex can lend itself to different destinations of use and open up to several high-profile solutions, such as, spa and wellness  hotel tourism.

Ancient villa from the 19th century surrounded by a 7,400 m2 park; an oasis of tranquility and beauty. This property features a 70m2 swimming pool, a perfect retreat to relax and enjoy the sunny weather. The park, fenced and planted, offers enchanting green spaces and privacy. The villa, completely renovated, is on three levels, and each floor has an independent entrance. On the first floor there is the main residence with two large terraces, a modern living room with fireplace, a separate kitchen, three bright bedrooms and two spacious bathrooms. On the ground floor, a splendid annex offers generous spaces and a welcoming atmosphere with a large kitchen and a bright dining room, a comfortable living room with fireplace and a complete sleeping area with study and bedroom with private bathroom; this area is perfect for relaxation and hospitality. The third level, also accessible via an external lift, features a large 85 m2 lounge with separate kitchen, further bedrooms and bathrooms, all illuminated by the suggestive exposed beams. The vaulted cellars, with a total surface area of 90 m2, add a touch of history and tradition to this prestigious residence. In the courtyard we find the external rustic building, with a redone roof, which houses several rooms, some used as garages; here there is an authentic wood-fired oven perfect for convivial and culinary moments outdoors. This exclusive ancient villa offers a combination of historic elegance and modern sophistication.

In the heart of Emilia, amidst the charm of the countryside and the history of the Terre Verdiane, lies Podere Ardella, a residence that embodies the perfect balance between tradition and modernity. Surrounded by a lush garden and acres of land that offer a sense of freedom and privacy, the villa opens up to spacious outdoor areas where tranquility reigns supreme. Inside, the refined spaces feature minimalist lines that reflect a contemporary style, yet are in harmony with the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the countryside. The areas dedicated to relaxation and conviviality are ideal for those seeking a retreat away from the chaos, while a separate suite and an annex, perfect for activities like yoga or fitness, add a touch of exclusivity. Podere Ardella is much more than just a home: it is a place where country life meets sustainability, and where every detail invites you to enjoy the timeless beauty of the Emilian landscape.

Location placed in the center of the Brescian countryside, well connected through the proximity to the dense road network to important centers such as Brescia, Milan and Cremona, we sell this prestigious nineteenth-century palace of about 2000 square meters that presents architectural features that bring back to the eclectic taste, thanks to the intervention of the Milanese architect Angelo Colla who knew how to merge Romanesque-Arabian elements in the internal facade facing the park and neo-Gothic aspects in the turret. The main wing shows a typical 18th-century portico, with round arches resting on neo-classical columns while the ceilings of the interior rooms are frescoed.Carefully restored, this location lends itself perfectly to be used for exclusive events such as ceremonies and receptions, as well as private parties and corporate events.The villa is ideal to be lived in all seasons of the year also thanks to its park of about 10,000 square meters with century-old plants, or as an elegant private residence with the splendid setting of frescoed halls and the limonaia, a beautiful cottage nestled in the park, originally a country house made of stone and wood on two levels.Positioned in the Historic Center of the country, but surrounded by silence and tranquility the palace is a succession of elegant and luxurious environments, which naturally lead one to also consider the possibility of a dedicated hospitality conversion such as B&B or Boutique Hotel