House for sale, Via Roma,1, in Baldissero D'alba, Italy

Castle for sale in Baldissero D'Alba (CN) - Piedmont The fortress built at the beginning of the year 1200, for a long time a fiefdom of a branch of the noble Roman family of the Colonnas, as well as a cultural treasure of the Roero. After various Savoy sieges (1389 and 1487) the Castle was modified between 1585 and 1617, and then rebuilt in 1870. The manor is spread over three levels above ground plus the cellar floor for a total of approx. 2089 m2. From the boundary wall you can see the landscape of the Langhe and Roero hills, on a clear day, the arc of the Alps, from Monviso to the Maritime Alps. The luxury residence is completed by a park of approximately 81,000 m2, originally intended for vineyards and an enclosed courtyard characterized by high walls with corner towers. The position of the castle dominates the city of Baldissero D'Alba. The interiors are airy and furnished with elements of high quality, contaminated by different styles ranging from the time of construction up to the mid-1950s. Large, finely furnished reception halls characterize the ground floor. A majestic staircase leads to the first floor intended for the sleeping area, where there are the noble residences consisting of six bedrooms and rooms. On the second floor there are further rooms, currently used as an art gallery. The basement is intended for cellars and service rooms. It can be defined as a dream residence for those who love history, perfect for appreciating the important winemaking and culinary tradition of the Lange and Roero. The property has used the castle for years as the headquarters of the graphics studio. Children's books and animated drawings have been created in the manor in collaboration with Rai, including the Cat Mirò, which has enjoyed enormous success in China. Baldissero D'alba is located about 15 km from Alba known for the White Truffle Fair, which takes place every year in October. It is organized by the Alba Fair Authority. Founded as a collateral event to the Harvest Festival, in 1928 the Alba Truffle Fair has assumed, over time, the appearance of a great event, of national importance. Every year, the organizers of the Fair donate the best specimen of truffle to a famous person, invited to the spot. Among the guests of the Fair Joe Di Maggio, Alfred Hitchcock, Ugo Tognazzi, Alain Delon, Gérard Depardieu and many others. In 2007 the event obtained the title of International Alba White Truffle Fair. Alongside the Fair, numerous cultural and spectacular events take place in various parts of the city. Baldissero D'Alba is 66 km from Turin Caselle airport.