The house nestles in the soft embrace of tall trees and lush lawns, a rich flaxen splash against a scintillating kaleidoscope of greens. Set in Ormea, a curiously heart-shaped village at the foot of the Marguareis-Mongioie massif, in Piedmont, this is a country retreat fit for a prince. And indeed it once was home to one—Prince Lubomirski, from Poland, had it built in Art Nouveau style in 1916.
A clean, elegant façade hides a profusion of stuccoes, frescoes and marbles. The vast interiors, which are fully restored but imbued with original period charm, count ten bedrooms, a large hall, a living room, a dining room and four rooms in the attic. Should this not suffice, a recently built chalet and a stone rustico provide further accommodation.
Everywhere, windows frame verdant vistas of the house's own parkland, and the hills and mountains beyond. The grounds are a leafy one-hectare idyll of rare plants and water springs, which are perfect for leisurely summer strolls. Hard-core ramblers will also find plenty of long walks in the neighbouring woods and challenging trails on the nearby mountains. And if this is not enough, sea and ski are both a short drive away.
The asking price for this natural paradise is €700,000 through Immobiliare Nasi. For more information click here or contact the agents on +39 0174 704812 or visit www.immobiliare-nasi.com.
