Charming farmhouse with private park and equestrian area
- 8 Rooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 3 Bathrooms
- ~345 m² Total surface
- ~318 m² Living area
- ~17,000 m² Plot surface
Description
Immersed in the greenery and tranquility of the woods of Castiglione Olona, we offer for exclusive sale this villa with a large private garden, wooded land and an area equipped for horses, ideal for those who wish to live in nature without giving up proximity to main services.
The property extends over a plot of about 17,000 sq m, divided between garden, woodland and flat meadow, perfect for grazing and horse activities. Access is provided by two pedestrian entrances and two driveways: one leads directly to the area with four horse stalls and a dedicated paddock, while the other opens onto the front of the villa, with an electric gate.
The villa is arranged over three levels, combining the rustic style of the original farmhouse with the practicality of generous indoor spaces opening to the outdoors.
On the ground floor, the living area features a large, bright lounge enhanced by wide windows overlooking the perfectly level garden of about 3,000 sq m. The eat-in kitchen by Scavolini is well connected, with double access to the main rooms. The floor is completed by a bathroom with shower, a double bedroom, a sitting room with an antique fireplace, and a striking wooden staircase leading to the mezzanine open to the sleeping area.
On the first floor, fully finished with parquet flooring and exposed wooden beams, there are two generous multipurpose rooms suitable for various needs, separated by a second bathroom with whirlpool tub, with views over the surrounding greenery.
The basement level offers great versatility, with a hobby room directly accessible from the driveway entrance, storage rooms, a laundry room, and a double tandem garage with automatic sliding door.
The villa, originally a historic farmhouse, retains original architectural elements such as brick inserts in the external walls, and was completely renovated between the late 1980s and the early 1990s. The property, surrounded by greenery, features elements of great charm, such as an evocative private woodland crossed by a small stream leading to a large flat meadow of 3,600 sq m, ideal for the activity and well-being of horses.
The villa includes a sturdy four-stall horse stable, a short distance from the property, allowing the care, breeding and optimal management of these magnificent animals.
A villa in warm colors, welcoming, perfectly suited to the surrounding natural setting, giving it a unique and unrepeatable charm.
- Object type
Country house
- Rooms
8
- Bedrooms
1
- Bathrooms
3
- Garages
2
- Parking spaces
2
- Total surface
~345 m²
- Living area
~318 m²
- Plot surface
~17,000 m²
- Garden surface
~3,000 m²
- Flooring
Parquet
- Energy efficiency class
F
- Energy certificate available
Yes
- Type of heating
Radiator
- Energy source
Decentral heating, Gas heating
Location: Gornate Superiore, Lombardy
Castiglione Olona is a charming Lombard village in the Province of Varese, surrounded by greenery and embraced by the gentle hilly landscape that follows the course of the Olona River. Its quiet yet strategic location makes it an especially appealing choice for those who wish to live in a peaceful setting without giving up proximity to the main nearby cities. From here, in fact, you can easily reach Varese in about fifteen minutes, Como in under half an hour, and Milan in just over forty minutes, thanks to the nearby A8 motorway and a good transport network. Milan Malpensa International Airport is also conveniently reachable in about half an hour by car, making this small town even more accessible.
But Castiglione Olona is not only well connected: it is a place with timeless charm, where art, history, and nature blend harmoniously. The village is often called “the Tuscan island in Lombardy,” a nickname that says much about its spirit. This distinctive description is due to the refined Renaissance imprint that Cardinal Branda Castiglioni, a key figure of fifteenth-century Italy, wanted to give to his hometown.
Walking through the historic center of Castiglione Olona is like traveling back in time: cobbled lanes, stone buildings, porticoes, courtyards, and ancient walls tell a centuries-old story woven with beauty and culture. The atmosphere is intimate and secluded, authentically Italian, and every corner seems to recount a different page of its history. Added to all this is a lively cultural life, with exhibitions, concerts, and events held throughout the year, keeping the link between past and present alive.
Cardinal Branda’s idea was to merge architecture, art, and landscape into a harmonious, organic whole, deeply influenced by Florentine humanist culture. The result is a place unique of its kind, which still preserves that original vision intact today.
Beyond its history and artistic heritage, Castiglione Olona also offers an outstanding quality of life. Its surroundings are rich in woods, trails, and green spaces, perfect for those who love nature, outdoor walks, and activities such as horseback riding. The tranquility of the landscape, together with the beauty of the surrounding hills, makes this village a true oasis of well-being.
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