House for sale in Terni (Castel Viscardo) 458.8m² 2 floors

Period Farmhouse/Country House in Umbria, Terni, Caste For sale is a unique prestigious residence, La Torricella, which was built over the centuries, originally a medieval watchtower. With solid stonework, this property immediately catches the eye with its original entrance, which is located through a covered passage surmounted by an arch where carts once passed. In fact, this structure was a post office for changing horses and an inn for travelers on the way to Orvieto, whose silhouette is clearly visible against the surrounding hills. The building has retained its original layout, with a stable (today a warehouse/barn or garage) and access to two buildings where the post office for coachmen was located. The left wing with the characteristic spacious living area and kitchen with an impressive fireplace on the ground floor, going up the stairs you can reach the family bedroom with bathroom, then up a few steps - the entrance to a large room with a fireplace, which is currently used as a living room, but can be used as a second bedroom, as well as a bathroom with a sauna and a storage room. To the right of the entrance on the ground floor is the bedroom, going down the stairs we find ourselves in the living room with direct access to the garden. A beautiful green courtyard, and opposite is another structure - with a portico entwined with vines and wisteria. In this building there is a spacious living room, kitchen, family bedroom and bathroom, going up the stairs you can reach another bedroom, a large living room, an office and a bathroom. The residence is in an elegant and sophisticated style - cozy and eclectic, which immediately attracts attention due to the many thoughtful details, beautiful architectural elements that add variety to the space. The La Torricella estate, which belonged to an aristocratic Italian decorator, reflects all the ideas of the owner, inspired by her travels, her love for her profession and for this house in the Umbrian hills. The property also includes a plot of about 2.6 hectares of agricultural land, a grotto of about 15 sq.m., currently used as a warehouse/barn, and a 17x6 m swimming pool with a stone sunbathing area in a beautiful panoramic position, accessible by a short path through the park.