Description
BILLIA CASTLE - SUSA VALLEY - This fascinating historic residence built at the end of the 19th century is located at 1000 meters above sea level and is 6 km from the town center of Sant'Antonino di Susa. It can be reached via a dirt road which continues to reach Colle Bione and the Sentiero dei Franchi. A magnificent garden and a fenced green area for a total of approximately 10,000 m2 complete the property. The building, renovated by the current owners, is on three floors, connected by a large stone staircase, and has five bedrooms: on the ground floor an entrance hall, a large 100 m2 living room with fireplace, a study room, a small room in the tower, a bathroom; on the first floor master bedroom with private bathroom, two bedrooms, one with fireplace, bathroom and toilet; in the basement there is a large kitchen with fireplace and stone sink, pantry, two bedrooms, one of which is in the tower, a bathroom and technical rooms; in the basement cellar. A convenient freight elevator is available for transporting food from the kitchen to the living room. The peculiarity of the property is given by its total energy independence: the electricity is produced by a turbine with the flow of spring water, upstream from the Castle, the heating via radiators is produced by a wood boiler. The external windows are made of PVC with double glazing. Active video surveillance and burglar alarm system. The Castle is surrounded by a lush garden complete with solarium and a courtyard paved with river pebbles, a rock garden and in the part adjacent to the building a covered dining area equipped with a wood-burning oven, barbecue and stone table capable of seating 20 people. The dominant position offers a suggestive view of the valley and the Sacra di San Michele as well as offering privacy and total tranquility to guests. Due to its characteristics, the property lends itself to multiple uses, in addition to the private home: boutique hotel, restaurant, bed and breakfast. Large car park in front of the property. Possibility of landing for helicopters. Possibility of annexing another apartment in a small, finely renovated neighboring farmhouse, with vegetable garden and garage. Possibility of annexing a small independent apartment currently used as a caretaker's house.
