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Small private castle in the Warsaw metropolitan area: Villa Gąseckich in Józefów

Fr, 07.08.2020, Publié par Steffen Seibel

The building was built as a summer residence by Stanisław Gąsecki around 1930 and was structurally based on the Romanticism of the 19th century. Gąsecki was the son of the Polish pharmaceutical entrepreneur Adolf Gąsecki, founder of the factory "Ad... Lire la suite

Foundation to save Friedrichswerth Castle

Di, 14.07.2020, Publié par Steffen Seibel

For some castles it is simply not possible to find a buyer. State of Thuringia has been looking for investors and a usage concept for the former pleasure palace of Duke Friedrich I of Saxony-Gotha-Altenburg for many years. Compared to many other... Lire la suite

German Manorhouses around Hamburg: Düssin

Fr, 10.07.2020, Publié par Steffen Seibel

Düssin, district Ludwigslust-Parchim: Mansion of the impressive estate in Düssin is waiting for renovation and new use. Manor houses in the greater Hamburg area: The former grange Düssin is located about 90 km southeast of Hamburg. At the begin... Lire la suite

Castle Hotel Tremsbüttel in Northern Germany will be closed

Di, 07.07.2020, Publié par Steffen Seibel

Tremsbüttel, Schleswig-Holstein. Big loss for the gastronomy in Stormarn district: The well-known Hotel Schloss Tremsbüttel will probably close its doors. No longer available on various hotel portals. Plans to sell the manor house? The manor hou... Lire la suite

Villa Rosa in Pergine Valsugana - a prime example of eclecticism in northern Italy

Do, 25.06.2020, Publié par Steffen Seibel

Former hospital in Vigalzano was auctioned last year. Usage concepts developed in the past failed. Building complex under monument protection since 1998. The building complex of the former Villa Guilia is enthroned on a hill in the small town o... Lire la suite

Villa Auerbach in Saalfeld, Thuringia

Mo, 15.06.2020, Publié par Steffen Seibel

Historic villa in the south of Thuringia is looking for an investor - A documentary tour of the Villa Auerbach, monument of special importance in Saafeld. Villa Auerbach - also known regionally as the "Bat Villa" - is a manufacturer's villa in T... Lire la suite

Tuscany - living, working and relaxing in the cradle of the Italian Renaissance

Mi, 26.02.2020, Publié par Steffen Seibel

From ancient peoples to modern-day personalities - the characteristic hilly landscape of Tuscany has been a source of inspiration for centuries. With its historical significance, its cultural richness, the culinary diversity and the unique mentality ... Lire la suite

Buying real estate in Switzerland as a foreigner: "Lex Koller" creates restrictions

Fr, 21.02.2020, Publié par Steffen Seibel

A Swiss law regulates the acquisition of real estate by people abroad and has successfully prevented high foreign influence since 1983.A chalet in the Alps, a luxury villa or an apartment in a prime location on Lake Geneva: As a foreigner, have you e... Lire la suite

The Renaissance of Old Castles in the Countryside

Mo, 17.02.2020, Publié par Steffen Seibel

How a manor house threatened with decay was revived in the german village Posterstein. An association in Thuringia shows that the renovation and revitalization of historic real estate does not always have to be a "bottomless pit" and gives an exempla... Lire la suite

Endangered monuments in Poland: The palace in Sobieszyn, Lublin

Fr, 14.02.2020, Publié par Steffen Seibel

The Republic of Poland is characterized by countless architectural monuments that are still witness to a pronounced nobility in the 17th century. In contrast to well-known sights in tourist cities such as Krakow, numerous palaces, historic estates an... Lire la suite

Looking for extraordinay real estate in France?

So, 09.02.2020, Publié par Steffen Seibel

Living and working in France - a refuge not only for connoisseurs House with sea view in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, Côte d’Azur (France) France's regions offer great potential for those who are looking for a special property or a vacation home: In add... Lire la suite

Why buying properties in Italy is now worthwhile

Fr, 07.02.2020, Publié par Cora Genge

Environmental and climate conditions play a crucial role when planning to buy a holiday home:Extreme weather events with damage for real assets and infrastructure.Environmental disasters such as oil leaks or nuclear accidents.Loss of biodiversity wit... Lire la suite