Period villa with a centuries-old park

In Casnate con Bernate, just a few minutes from Como, we are offering for sale a beautiful period villa of approximately 400 square metres, surrounded by a centuries-old park of over 3,000 square metres, in an elegant and secluded residential area. Access is via an imposing wrought-iron gate and a picturesque driveway leading to the property. The villa stands for a feature of particular historical and architectural interest, the presence of an old silk mill – of which an AI-generated rendering has been included for illustrative purposes only – attached to the villa, which was once used for silk production, bearing witness to the region’s significant manufacturing and textile tradition.The spacious outdoor areas also offer the possibility of building a swimming pool or a tennis court. A feature of particular historical and architectural interest is the presence, attached to the villa, of an old spinning mill, once used for silk production, which bears witness to the region’s important manufacturing and textile tradition. This striking building helps to make the property even more unique and full of charm, offering interesting opportunities for restoration and enhancement. The basement comprises utility and service rooms, a laundry, storage areas and a large garage; on the lower ground floor there are three characteristic cellars. All levels are connected internally by a staircase. The ground floor features an elegant entrance hall, two spacious living rooms, a hallway, a cloakroom and a guest bathroom. The first floor comprises the main living area with a kitchen-diner, a dining room and two bright living rooms, as well as a large west-facing terrace of over 100 square metres, ideal for al fresco dining and socialising. The first floor is dedicated to the sleeping quarters, comprising four bedrooms and a bathroom. The villa is heated by a gas-fired system with radiators and features several fireplaces distributed throughout the various rooms. Distinctive features of the property include the high ceilings, some decorated with original frescoes, and the large windows that bring light and charm to every room. The strategic location, close to Milan and Lake Como, makes the property ideal as a permanent residence or holiday home. The villa requires renovation, with great potential for historical and architectural enhancement. The presence of the old spinning mill, which is directly connected to the villa, adds further value to the property, opening up interesting possibilities for a restoration project capable of preserving and enhancing its historical identity.