Questo elegante Castello, situato tra le ondulate colline del Canavese, a soli 2 km dal pittoresco Lago di Candia, è un'affascinante dimora che racchiude una ricca storia. All'interno del castello, le varie sale sono arredate con eleganza e raffinatezza, arricchite da affreschi d'epoca, pavimenti in legno e mosaico, mobili antichi, lampadari in cristallo e sedie dai tessuti pregiati. La dimora, con una superficie interna di 2.500 mq distribuiti su tre piani, accoglie un vasto salone di rappresentanza, un maestoso soggiorno con un tavo…
olo da biliardo, una biblioteca, una sala da pranzo, una cucina, due camere da letto e bagni. Ogni ambiente è caratterizzato da sontuosi camini antichi e finiture barocche, con ampie finestre che si affacciano sullo splendido parco circostante. Una sontuosa scala in marmo conduce al secondo piano, dove si trovano tre appartamenti e una cappella, accessibili attraverso un incantevole corridoio ad arco. La torre principale offre spaziose camere da letto, bagni e una magnifica terrazza panoramica sul tetto. Il piano interrato ospita l'armeria, una cucina per eventi e una cantina.
Outside, the castle is surrounded by a magnificent park with a variety of plants and trees.
Historically, the castle belonged to the Counts Valperga of Massino until the 16th century, then to the Marquises Graneris de la Roche until the 18th century, when it passed to the Marquises Compans of Brichanteau Challant, linked to the royal family of Savoy. In the 20th century, architect Jean Chevalley was commissioned to restore this enchanting residence.
The property covers approximately 2 hectares of land, with an Italian-style garden and a private secular wood. The forest offers the possibility of peaceful walks, while a specially equipped riding area is perfect for special events. With its spectacular panoramic views that change with the seasons, the Castle is an authentic historical jewel.
Mercenasco is an Italian municipality in the province of Turin, located in the Piedmont region. Belonging to the Metropolitan City of Turin, the municipality is located in the north-western part of the province, a short distance from the city of Ivrea.
The locality is known for its picturesque location, nestled in the Canavese hills and surrounded by breathtaking natural landscapes. The surrounding area offers numerous opportunities for outdoor excursions and nature-based activities, thanks to the presence of parks, forests and scenic routes.
In fact, the Candia Natural Park, a protected area characterised by the natural beauty of the lake of the same name, is located here. It offers a variety of landscapes, including forests, meadows and wetlands, and is popular for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, cycling and water sports. The park is rich in biodiversity and is a valuable resource for nature lovers and those who wish to relax surrounded by the scenic beauty of Piedmont.
2km from Lake Candia
45km from Turin/ Turin Airport
100km from Lake Maggiore
120km from Milan
