Villa, Besozzo

We are offering for sale in Besozzo, Casa Rebuschini, a prestigious historic villa dating back to the 16th century, situated in a strategic location amongst the hills stretching between Lake Varese and Lake Maggiore. The setting offers a secluded and leafy environment, whilst remaining conveniently close to the main towns in the province of Varese and transport links to the Verbano area.

The villa, dating back to 1568, is spread over four storeys, with a total floor area of approximately 1,260 square metres. The property still retains numerous original architectural and decorative features, complemented by conservative maintenance work and modifications to the electrical and heating systems carried out over the years.

The residential area covers approximately 740 square metres and occupies the two above-ground storeys. On the ground floor is a spacious reception room characterised by period finishes, flanked by a lounge, a study, a kitchen, service areas, a bathroom, private offices and further rooms, some of which are currently unused. The spaces retain the historic character of the residence and could be further enhanced through a targeted restoration project.

The first floor houses the sleeping quarters, with bedrooms overlooking the garden, utility rooms, bathrooms and storage rooms. There are also further rooms in their original, unfinished state, covering a total area of approximately 355 square metres, offering the possibility to expand and personalise the living space according to the future owner’s requirements.

The two basement levels are used as cellars, storage areas and utility rooms, with a total floor area of approximately 350 square metres. The villa’s distinctive horseshoe layout creates a spacious inner courtyard that helps define the property’s character and the relationship between the indoor and outdoor spaces.

The property is complemented by a private, south-facing garden of approximately 3,700 square metres, within which stands a historic greenhouse measuring around 40 square metres. The garden offers ample space for outdoor living and is a further distinctive feature of the villa.

Among the most notable features are the original coffered ceilings, the period parquet flooring, the period window frames and the original fitted furnishings, all of which help to preserve the architectural identity of the residence.

Casa Rebuschini presents a particularly attractive opportunity for those wishing to purchase a spacious historic residence whilst retaining the original features and, at the same time, having the opportunity to undertake a renovation and enhancement project for the rooms that are still in their unrefined state. With approximately 740 square metres of living space, a further 355 square metres of unfinished rooms and a 3,700-square-metre garden, the property is ideally suited both as a prestigious main residence and as a private stately home or second home, offering ample scope for personalisation.