LAKE ENDINE · BERGAMO · ITALY
Il Fontanile
for Sale
A villa of the 1800s and its farmhouse — 1.042 sqm of living space, 416 sqm of barns and cellars, within five hectares of secular park facing Lake Endine.
— THE STORY
A house built around its own water spring.
Il Fontanile takes its name from the fonte — the living spring that rises within its own walls and has never stopped running. It still surfaces in the cellar of the farmhouse, channelled long ago into a system that runs through the entire estate: fountains and basins, a small waterfall, a canal, and a stream that crosses the park before reaching the lake. The same water irrigates the fields and serves the animals.
The water is potable and authorised for domestic use: colourless, odourless and without taste, with notable mineral qualities. Very few estates of this kind own their own water.
The villa itself dates from the mid-nineteenth century, built when the prominent families of Bergamo established their summer residences along these secluded waters. Known locally as Villa Crescenzi, it belonged to a family whose most illustrious member was Professor Giulio Crescenzi, a surgeon who directed the Italian Hospital in Alexandria, Egypt.
Uninhabited for many years, the estate has settled into an extraordinary stillness — a rare combination of history, living water, lakeside setting and complete seclusion between the mountains and the lake.
— THE PROPERTY
19th Century Villa overlooking Lake Endine
Two independent houses set around a cobbled courtyard, with barns, cellars and a garage surrounded by 5 hectares of centuries-old estate park. The estate provides two separate accesses from the main road and from the park to ensure maximum privacy and exclusivity. A few steps away from the romantic lakeshore of Lago d’Endine.
Villa Padronale
| Level | Area |
|---|---|
| Ground floor | 218 m² |
| First floor | 218 m² |
| Habitable attic | 218 m² |
| Total | 654 m² |
Casa Colonica
| Level | Area |
|---|---|
| Ground floor | 62 m² |
| First floor | 174 m² |
| Second floor | 152 m² |
| Total | 388 m² |
Outbildings
| Structure | Area |
|---|---|
| Barn & woodstore | 68 m² |
| Cellar (the spring rises here) | 116 m² |
| Garage / store | 132 m² |
| Stable, hayloft & farm-machinery store | 100 m² |
| Total | 416 m² |
ASKING PRICE
€ 980.000
Subject to private negotiation with the owners. Full technical dossier released to qualified buyers.
— AT A GLANCE
The estate, in numbers.
50.000
sqm · 5 hectares
Total land
1.042
sqm
Internal area
19th
century
Build date
416
sqm
Barns, cellar & garage
— ARCHITECTURE
Floorplans
Original drawings provided by the owners. The complete technical dossier — cadastral extracts, land registry, survey and planning correspondence — is released to qualified buyers on request.
Owner's original drawing
— ACCESSIBILITY
The best of Lombardy within reach
Airports
1 hour
Milano Linate
1.5 hour
Milano Malpensa
40 min
Bergamo Orio al Serio
Nearby
40 min
Sarnico & Paratico
40 min
Presolana Skiing Slopes
55 min
Franciacorta - Wine Area
1 hour
Milan
30 min
Bergamo
10 min
Lake Iseo & Lovere
— LOCATION
A year-round destination
Nature, leisure and discovery in every season.
Nature & Outdoor
A peaceful alpine setting centred around Lake Endine, with mountains, forests and scenic trails. The 18 km lakeside loop is ideal for walking and cycling, while the surrounding valley offers hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, sailing, fishing and climbing.
Sport & Adventure
The area offers year-round activities, from water sports in summer to skiing in winter, with Monte Pora, Presolana and Colere all within easy reach. Golf lovers can choose from several renowned courses, including La Rossera, Franciacorta Golf Club and Golf Club Bergamo L’Albenza.
Culture & Heritage
Discover the character of the Val Cavallina through its charming villages and heritage. Monasterolo del Castello, Bianzano and Ranzanico offer medieval architecture, castles and traditional mountain landscapes, while the Suardi Chapel in Trescore Balneario features remarkable frescoes by Lorenzo Lotto.
Food & Wine
A rich culinary destination combining authentic Bergamasque cuisine, lakeside restaurants and fine dining. Within easy reach are Michelin-starred restaurants including Da Vittorio (3-star), as well as the renowned Franciacorta wine region, home to celebrated wineries such as Bellavista, Ca’ del Bosco and Barone Pizzini.
— THE VISION
A unique estate with multiple potential futures
Il Fontanile offers a rare opportunity to transform a historic lakeside estate into a distinctive private or hospitality destination. Potential development concepts include:
Private Lakeside Residence
A secluded buen retiro immersed in nature and privacy, offering a unique place to slow down and create lasting moments with family and friends.
Boutique Hotel
A characterful hospitality concept centered around the lake and the estate’s heritage combining experiences, retreats, wellness and gastronomy.
Wellness & Thermal Retreat
A distinctive wellness destination built around the estate’s natural spring, creating an intimate place dedicated to relaxation, wellbeing and the restorative power of water.
Events & Wedding Villa
An exclusive venue for private celebrations, weddings and intimate events.
Senior Living / Care Residence
A high-quality residential concept in a peaceful, nature-rich setting.
