Lodi, Lombardy 26900

Prestigious historic villa a short distance from Milan. A small palace that stands majestic and maintains the charm and splendor typical of the time. Some interventions are necessary in order to exploit the villa in its entirety and its potential. A perfect solution as the headquarters of a foundation, a school or as a location for classy events. DescriptionThe villa dating back to the seventeenth century consists of a main body that has an exceptional perspective view towards the back garden which in turn is lost towards the neatly cultivated fields. In the central body of the villa there are numerous halls, including on the first floor the ballroom with a richly frescoed ceiling ideal for parties, receptions and events that require a prestigious location. To the left of the central body there are two large master apartments, to the right several rooms including the space once used as a gallop, later as a spinning mill, the characteristic round openings and the arched ceiling with terracotta bricks are still visible. The side wings of the villa are noteworthy, the church still consecrated, the icehouse with its characteristic conical shape and numerous other spaces enriched by high columns and vaulted ceilings. State and finishesThe villa preserves numerous details, a sign of the typical splendor of the period in which it was built. The second post-war period unfortunately marked the beginning of a slow but inexorable decay that was then recovered starting from the mid-70s, when, purchased by the current owners, it was slowly and continuously the subject of restoration and recovery works that still continue. However, much still remains to be done to be able to use the villa in its entirety and bring it back to its ancient splendor.OutdoorArriving at the villa from the nearby provincial road is a remarkable visual experience. The entrance gate encloses the entrance garden which is embraced by the villa and takes you on a journey back in time. The rear garden, thanks to the tall trees present, offers coolness and shade on hot summer days and discreet shelter for romantic walks. Potential usesThe villa lends itself as a headquarters for a foundation or a museum. It can become the right residence for holding conferences or corporate events, as well as receptions. It could be used as the headquarters of a prestigious foreign university or as the decentralized headquarters of an important music school, especially thanks to its proximity to Milan.LocationIn the heart of the Lodi countryside we find this prestigious villa that stands in its grandeur, dominating the surrounding countryside and the town in which it is located, surrounding it as in an embrace. Milan can also be easily reached with a short helicopter flight of about 20 minutes.