Palazzo Ronchelli – Historic Residence In Castello Cabiaglio

In the heart of the Campo dei Fiori Regional Park, in the picturesque village of Castello Cabiaglio, we are offering for sale Palazzo Ronchelli, a historic residence of approximately 600 square metres with a courtyard and a private garden of approximately 900 square metres. The property enjoys a privileged location in the upper part of the village, in a secluded setting nestled amongst the greenery of the Varese Pre-Alps, ideal for those wishing to live surrounded by nature and history, whilst still being able to reach Varese and the province’s main towns with ease.
The origins of the palace date back to 1587, when it was built as a hunting lodge for some of the most prominent Milanese families of the time. Over the centuries, the property has been linked to the Ronchelli and Visconti families, taking on the name by which it is still known today. The building retains the character and architectural layout of the historic residence, with state rooms, period decorative features and details that bear witness to the residence’s long history.
The entrance from Via Giuseppe Mazzini leads to the private inner courtyard, an intimate space adorned with greenery, jasmine and an ancient central fountain. The arched portico, with its original stone-slab flooring, leads into the ground-floor rooms, where there are spacious reception halls featuring marble fireplaces and ornamental stucco work, as well as dining rooms decorated with frescoes and period motifs. This level is completed by a large kitchen, service areas and further rooms offering a variety of potential uses.
The monumental internal staircase, with steps in Serizzo stone, leads, via a mezzanine floor, to the main floor, the historic heart of the property. Here lies a grand hall with a coffered ceiling decorated with the coats of arms of the Visconti, Sforza and Ronchelli families, flanked by a reading room and three spacious bedrooms. This floor is connected to the outdoor areas via a large panoramic terrace and a charming frescoed loggia, which can also be accessed via a separate external staircase. The property also includes a private noble chapel, a testament to the residence’s residential function and prestige over the centuries.
The total floor area of the property is approximately 600 square metres, spread over two main levels in addition to the mezzanine. The property features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a kitchen-diner, a balcony, a terrace and approximately 900 square metres of courtyard and private garden. Three parking spaces are also available. The interior spaces, some of which are partially furnished, retain numerous original and valuable features, including fireplaces, stucco work, frescoes, stone flooring and period architectural details. The property has independent heating, with a gas-fired radiator system, whilst the external windows and doors are made of wood and glass. The garden also features an imposing centuries-old wisteria, a distinctive feature of the property and an integral part of its character.
Palazzo Ronchelli is an ideal choice for those wishing to purchase a spacious historic residence, offering both formal reception areas and private spaces within a natural setting of particular interest. The layout of the rooms, together with the private courtyard, a garden of approximately 900 square metres, a panoramic terrace and a stately chapel, make the property suitable both as a main residence and as a prestigious country house or second home. For those seeking a home with authentic history, spacious rooms and original architectural features, Palazzo Ronchelli represents a rare opportunity in the Castello Cabiaglio area.