Lecco | Ref. ISOLA | Molteni Real Estate
LECCO (LC) - There, where the lake returns to a river, the Visconti Island rises in a fairy-tale setting. Ancient military garrison between the Duchy of Milan and the Venetian Republic. Unique jewel on the Lecco side of Lake Como. The effigy of the Viscontis found on the main turret characterizes not only its name but also its secularity and ancient destination.
Witness since the 15th century to the life of the people of Lecco who have always observed it with reverent fear, it guaranteed the city river safety and trade to and from the neighboring Republic of the Serenissima. Opposite, Pescarenico, then a small fishing village, the only place in the city of Lecco mentioned by Manzoni in "The Betrothed". From there Lucia fled by boat towards Monza to get away from Don Rodrigo's aims. Her passage in the novel "Addio Monti" testifies to the poignant tenderness of abandonment. And the Visconti Island, not far away, felt all the emotions, a bastion not only of the military but of the charm and humanity of the population who until today have looked at it as a splendid creature.
The particularity of the Island and the House that presides over it is given by its historicity, which therefore makes this solution interesting to purchase for those who know how to grasp the ancient flavor of the past.
The jewel in the crown is the 360° panorama: on all four sides you can enjoy the view of the calm Lake Como, the silent Adda River, the majestic Monte Resegone and the beautiful Pescarenico.
The current composition of the main building envisages a development described as follows:
- Ground floor: solution of 130 sqm divided into 9 rooms, 9 sqm balcony overlooking the north side, 27 sqm veranda/portico on the south side.
- Basement: a 16 sqm room currently used for clearing located in the tip area (so-called Faro)
The garden is embellished with wisteria and centuries-old plants, and flatly embraces the entire property with a total surface area. of 1.500 sqm. Imagine having lunch in the courtyard, in the shade of the leaves and with the tranquility all around that only this property can offer.
From the mainland it is possible to reach the island via a small boat, controlled thanks to an electronic device, which allows you to move from one shore to the other comfortably.
No heating. Energy class exempt
The building is in a condition that needs to be completely renovated. To this end there is the possibility of creating a building on two levels and inserting the swimming pool in the courtyard which further enhances the value of this proposal.
We are at your disposal to follow you throughout the entire process of purchasing the property and also for any restyling, as well as for the choice of furnishings and accessories.
For more information and/or to arrange a viewing to the property, contact us at +39 3386705904 or by email
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