Palazzo Sereni, Mercatello DI Marsciano, Umbria, Italy

Dating back to the 17th century, with a major expansion in 1807 Palazzo Sereni stands in the small, picturesque village of Mercatello, combining the historic character of the old town centre, dating from 1640, with the monumental 19th-century extension commissioned by Vincenzo Sereni.

The property is spread over four levels and has a total floor area of approximately 1,450 square metres. The interiors still retain their period charm intact, thanks to the original materials that have been skilfully preserved: fine terracotta floors, exposed-beam ceilings and figurative wall decorations dating back to the early 19th century.

The basement also houses the cellars, which open directly onto the private garden of over 10,000 square metres.

The purchase of this property is a unique opportunity, aimed at buyers keen to own and develop a precious piece of Italian history.

The building has been renovated and reinforced, including the roof. The first and second floors are already fitted with heating systems and bathrooms, having recently been converted for office use.

The current owners have a draft design and costings in place and will be able to project manage the whole restoration process in line with the new owner’s desire. Please contact us for more information and to arrange a onsite visit.

Basement floor at Park Level
The layout of the basement level allows for great design flexibility: by making use of the historic stone cellars with their very high ceilings, the spaces could be utilised for various activities, with direct access to the building’s park.

Ground Floor
Reception and catering facilities: Featuring a traditional entrance hall, the ground floor offers a very practical layout or accommodating these facilities; there is also a convenient atrium in the centre of the building, where the lifts can be installed.

First Floor
Bedrooms and Reception Rooms: On the first floor there are reception rooms with fine terracotta floors and exposed-beam ceilings that provide a backdrop to the intact frescoes. On the same floor there is also a charming kitchen-diner with a large fireplace and antique, bespoke built cupboards.

On the second floor, as on the first, there are rooms with fine terracotta floors and exposed-beam ceilings, as well as a number of decorated rooms.

The top floor of the building consists of large, open-plan rooms which can therefore be easily adapted to suit any requirement. It is lit by numerous
windows that allow wonderful natural light to flood in, offering splendid panoramic views of the medieval village and the valley.

A green space of over 10,000 square metres ensures the property’s privacy and provides vehicle access to the park. Within this area, it is possible to build a swimming pool and create the necessary facilities to serve the property. It also includes a private well and a connection to the public water supply, which are ideal for water management; automatic irrigation.