Villa Ou Villa À Vendre À Piacenza, Centre Historique

Piacenza Center – Prestigious Historical Residence

In the heart of Piacenza’s historic fabric, strategically positioned for immediate access to the highway toward Milan, we offer for sale a prestigious period residence of about 700 sqm. The property, skillfully integrated into the architectural setting of a monumental noble palace, has roots in the Renaissance and is documented in the historic land registry since 1734 as the home of the noble Piacentine family, the Counts Arcelli di Bilegno.

The building has undergone a masterful and rigorous conservative restoration, carried out under the constant supervision of the Superintendence, which preserved the artistic elements while updating the systems. The property stands out for excellent versatility in layout, guaranteed by five independent entrances and a private internal elevator.

Layout and Architecture

Ground Floor: Far from being merely an accessory area, this floor hosts highly charming and representative rooms, including a private library and additional rooms adorned with elegant vaulted ceilings that create a soft and solemn spatial effect.

The Majestic State Rooms on the Noble Floor: The heart of the residence consists of two imposing reception halls, designed as the center of noble life and surrounded by a series of refined ”satellite” rooms that enhance livability. The main hall, about 100 sqm, is dominated by a spectacular coffered ceiling; during restoration, this ceiling was structurally engineered to become self-supporting, combining safety with absolute aesthetic fidelity.

The Basement Level: A suggestive and fully usable level, characterized by massive walls revealing the solid foundations of the palace, generous heights, an ancient internal spring water well, and magnificent exposed brick vaults. It houses a lounge, a ”French” bar, service rooms, and an elite wine cellar.

The Painted Cycle and Artistic Heritage

The entire property is like a widespread work of art: the halls preserve an intact and rare organic cycle of nine 17th-century canvases by Giovanni Battista Draghi (famous court painter of the Farnese family). This precious ensemble is complemented by a grand and imposing period canvas by master Antonio Cifrondi, further enriching the residence’s collectible value, completed by a cultured selection of historic finishes.

Outbuildings and Exclusivity

A remarkably rare feature in Piacenza’s historic center is the presence of a private internal space, similar to an ancient cloister, comfortably accommodating uncovered resting areas and a covered private annex (garage), elegantly solving accessibility, privacy, and security needs.

Property Purpose

A rare prestigious opportunity aimed at connoisseurs and lovers of historical heritage, leading business groups seeking an institutional representative headquarters, or private individuals desiring a truly distinguished main residence.