Our house of the week in Italy is a very special one; in the historic center of Bogogno in the hills of Novara, close to the renowned Golf Club, rises the breathtaking Castle of Bogogno, that dominates the entire valley with its beauty. This castle of 580 m2 (6,250 sq ft) is completely renovated with all the modern comforts, yet it retains its ancient form and details, making this a one of a kind opportunity with an amazing location and history. You really couldn't ask for a better, or a more Italian, holiday home.
The castle welcomes its guests on the ground floor with a big living room that has a fireplace, but also with a second living room with elegant bookshelves. The ground floor also has a dining room with beautiful, handpainted walls and a large, fully-equipped kitchen that is just waiting for your first foray into homemade pasta. The stone staircase leads to the first floor where you can find four bedrooms with individual bathrooms, wardrobes and a utility room for laundry.
The castle has also another staircase that connects the main floors with the annex composed of entrance hall, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and a terrace on the first floor. In the 20th century style courtyard you will find a stone gazebo that leads to the green gardens of the property with terraces, relaxation area and a large swimming pool.
The park is divided into small terraces with gardens full of flowers and ornamental plants and it also includes small paths and stairways that make this just the perfect location for romantic walks in the garden. The property also comes with a garage and an attic of 250 m2 (2,690 sq ft) with exposed brick and, of course, since we are in Italy, a wine cellar that you can acces from the living area.
If you'd like to cook your own pasta with traditional Italian recipes, serve the best wine from your own wine cellar and throw the best dinner party ever in your breathtaking garden... this might be just the place for you! You can now live in this castle for 3,500,000 euros.
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