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A castle. A village. A timeless legacy We present for sale a rare opportunity: a significant portion of the historic Castello del Cassero. Location We are located in Camerata Picena, a medieval village that benefits from exceptional connectivity, with key services and infrastructures. The property has quick access to both the A14 motorway and the Raffaello Sanzio Airport in Falconara, which can be reached in about 10 minutes by car. And that's not all! The property is ideally located to easily reach the beautiful beaches of the Conero Riviera, a true jewel of the Adriatic coast. Historical Notes The Castle of Cassero boasts a history that has its roots in the tenth century, with its presence documented as early as 1029. The current structure finds its formal foundation between 1375 and 1377, an origin that is linked to an extraordinary historical narrative. It was founded by the Ancona admiral Niccolò Torriglioni, who received this fief directly from Pope Urban VI, as a reward for his crucial role in escorting the Pope from Avignon to Rome. This direct link with the Papacy gives the property immense historical prestige, distinguishing it from other residences. Initially conceived as a military fortification for the defense of Ancona, its strategic importance is evidenced by its reconstruction, after being destroyed and looted. This story of resilience and rebirth is a powerful narrative, demonstrating its relevance through centuries of change and conflict. Over time, it has undergone a significant transformation, going from a purely military function to that of a noble residence. Although only the main tower retains its ancient Guelph battlements and lowered curtain walls, this historical adaptation demonstrates the Castle's ability to evolve. FEATURES - total 217 m2 - ground floor "Casetta": usable area 28.5 m2 - first floor "little house": usable area 28.5 m2 - first floor portion of the castle: usable area 80.1 m2 - second floor portion of the castle: usable area 80.2 m2 - load-bearing walls in exposed bricks about 1m thick - wooden beams and tile roofing - original terracotta tile floors - large windows that allow a 360 panoramic view The caretaker's house, separate, awaits a complete renovation while they have undergone a recent intervention: the roof with the construction of new gutters and descendants of the main building, the walls with stitching operations and the floor between the ground floor, municipal property, and the first floor. The Castello del Cassero represents a profound living choice; a unique property, steeped in centuries of history that offers the perfect fusion of ancient grandeur and modern potential, for different living or entrepreneurial visions. Contact us now to request more information. Your fairytale home in the Marche region is waiting for you!