Luxury And History: TOURING a Medieval CASTLE in Italy | Lionard LUXURY Real Estate

[@bigz91784]

Hats off to Lionard for a unique tour, to the cinematography team for excellent camera work and to Stefanie for knowledge and style.

[@arslongavitabrevis5136]

You have put it beautifully. This video is a work of art. Regards

[@damianmenzel]

Magnificent castle! I hope it falls into the right hands and the history that surrounds it is kept alive!!

[@Lionard]

I agree, it would be a pity to loose such beauty and history! - Stefanie

[@donjuan150]

Epic property, epic presentation and epic editing....bravo!!

[@rachidgraichi2475]

Stefanie your are so lucky to see this incredible castle and to walk in this green and beautiful landscape .

[@NSResponder]

This may be the best one you've ever shown us. WOW!

[@scottzukowski5461]

❤❤❤Hey Stefanie looking lovely as always..... outstanding Castle...have a great weekend and some wine...❤❤❤

[@newlifecentere]

😳 OMG what an incredible place. Makes me proud to be of Italian heritage. Now one does it better.

[@Oceanmoon1980]

A magnificent castle with full of Italian history. Thank you for your introduction! It definitely lifted my view from a property standpoint to a new level of mankind dazzling civilization. great job Stefanie!

[@quikgt]

Ummm, yeah.... speechless. Not sure what I’d do with this castle, but it’s magnificent!

[@AGardella]

An astounding property Lionard Luxery Real Estate. Presented by the most venerable of hosts. Grazie mille.

[@chikitabowow]

Hooooly mother o' mercy, that place is amazing 👀

[@Lionard]

Love the enthusiasm :) it's an amazing castle! - Stefanie

[@xmuninu]

Absolutely stunning......Italy never fails to impress! - Thank you Stefanie for giving us some interesting historical background to this fascinating masterpiece ❤❤

[@missulu]

Absolutely stunning!?! This property looks like it was just finished! Awesome video, you rock!

[@Lotharlara]

Woow... He visto este video con el corazón en un puño de la emoción... Primero, soberbio el video, de verdad que las tomas, la música, los cuadros están hermosos. Segundo, Stefanie, hermosa no, despampanante, con una clase a la altura del sitio que muestra en el recorrido, Tercero, "Deus mecum nihil timeo" una de las dos frases que marcan mi vida y por último la belleza y exquisitez del castillo, los frescos, toda la historia que representan, ese caballo con su divina estampa entre las aguas, esa inmensa galería que recorrería una y otra vez y todo aquello que no está en el video pero se aprecia en las fotografías del sitio web "Lionard"... De verdad que este ha sido un viaje espectacular, he visto lugares hermosos, pero este, de verdad que quita el aliento con cada espacio. Si mi corazón está en Como, mi alma en Viterbo. Muchas gracias por el viaje.

[@EagleLost]

Wow, just wow

[@tollvut]

Hello from the Pacific Northwest Olympia Wa... Wow what a great Castle..

[@gabrielefranco2599]

Stefanie e la Meravigliosa Italia, connubio perfetto❤❤❤❤

[@caleblindley7142]

Wow, absolutely stunning and the village of Torre Alfina looks like a good place to visit. Only a 3hr and 40mins walk from nearest train station.

[@GH-yj6sc]

There are no words to describe the beauty of this castle. If I had to choose one word, I would simply say: Marvelous!

[@VADACHE]

Wow.. epic..this would the museum not home

[@maxjohnson1758]

Don't you want to cook on that wood burning stove?? 😅

[@kevmagill5163]

Jawdroppingly beautiful. The frescoes, history, and architecture of this magnificent home are national treasures. It should be saved and cared for professionally by the next lucky owners of this artistic masterpiece. Bel Sogno!!!

[@saintjacques8137]

Hi. Thank you for the video. Not sure it's the right niche but if anyone's is obsessed with ultra-in-depth Medieval Italian history and culture I strongly recommend Schwerpunkt's relative playlists. Speaking of Viterbo, there's for example a very interesting video on Medieval Lazio and the general series about the Papal States that I naturally recommend

[@dnmurphy48]

Fascinating place and an excellent tour.

[@MC.617]

Stunning! Amazing tour Stefanie

[@shukra333]

Overwhelming

[@michellespezialetti3122]

Beyond Breathtaking❤ the cinematography was Excellent! Stephanie how incredibly lucky you are to showcase this Magnificent Castle❤!

[@denniswhite9721]

Boy, something really different. With the Cavallino Rampante fountain, Enzo Ferrari should have lived here! Only in Italy, the combination of the medieval fortress with the Renaissance palace! Splendid, thanks again Stefanie and Lionard!

[@perrins57]

Can’t remember the last time I used the word ‘wow’ so many times in 20mins.

[@The_Sovereign777]

Right?

[@lindabuck2777]

I lost count after 9 or 10😝😳😁

[@backupllre]

🤩😍🤩 my new favorite one!!!!!!!! Bravissima Stefi!!!!!

[@WiiMan3121]

Now that’s a castle I wouldn’t mind living in and explore. all these artifacts it will definitely link you to the past on how it went down several hundred years ago reminding us how lucky we are to still be alive remembering what the Nobles and Royals went through. I like the Gothic style castles, and of course, the pre-Gothic era which reminds me of films like the robe and gladiator. granted in the film, the robe it was more like a palace for the Emperor Augustus. The film gladiator will be obvious thing to everybody, but I recommend you guys search the film called the robe and you’ll be wondering what I’m talking about as far as the palace goes because the one in there looks good

[@Lionard]

I am glad you liked this Castle! - Stefanie

[@mrharry8466]

Nihil Timeo = I fear nothing Devs Mecum = If god is at my side. I guess thats right. I don't speak Italian but I love it.

[@BinhQn77]

Verry nice ❤❤💯💯👍👍

[@Shaneodell35]

Wow! Wonderful! I'll take two!!😀😀❤❤

[@scottmcclean2566]

WOWOWOWOW!!! Castles!!!! Oh Steph this episode equals nothing else you have shown, what a tour!!! TYVM Bella!!!

[@hugobertiepickles3372]

Breathtaking!

[@robb6170]

Thank you, Stephanie! That's an amazing property! I would love to own a piece of history and architecture like this one.

[@grondhero]

Wow! You would never fear a zombie invasion with this castle! Seriously, though, this would be perfect if it had a swimming pool or was near the ocean. I would have liked to have seen the other kitchens, or at least know that at least one had modern, working appliances. That staff kitchen looked to seat 17 people! I wonder how many would be needed for a family of 3-5? And if servants quarters are part of the 35 bedrooms? No price is mentioned even on the web page, so this one must be costly. Hopefully whoever purchases it keeps it tasteful.

[@ΜΙΧΑΛΗΣΜΑΚΡΗΣ-ο7σ]

a fairytale (stefanie) in a majestic castle...... 👌👌👌👌👌👌😊😊😊😊

[@albertpohl7145]

That was a wonderful and such a lovely presentation of this lovely castle from your side. Chapeau. It is every time a high pleasure for me, to follow such an attractive Lady through the most beautiful castles and villas in Italy. With friendly regards from Warsaw/Poland

[@Lionard]

Thank you so much for your comment! I'm glad you enjoyed the property tour, it is a magnificent castle! :) - Stefanie

[@andreweaves7975]

''check it out''!!....priceless.

[@dryden0100]

This is a wonderful example of a castle in Italy that still retains some of its defensive character as a fortification perched high atop a hill. And the interior appears to be mostly from the 19th century renovation, with the exception of the North Wing, which as Stefanie said is still mostly 16th century. The furnishings are tasteful and not overdone, and you can imagine being an Italian aristocrat and visiting here in the 19th century. Thanks for sharing.

[@magdacalderon1206]

Wow Stefanie🎆🎆🎆 EXQUISITE 🎆🎆🎆 a true fairytale indeed!!! I almost expected to see the characters from “un ballo di 🎭 máscaras” walking with You all…totally authentic, stunningly beautiful!!! Amazing video!!! True masters of your craft!!!! Lots of greetings and blessings to you all from the Caribbean🌞🌴🐬🌺🐳😇🍹😽 LV M

[@Gordianization]

davvero bellissmo 🤩 Stefanie sempre meravigliosa 💕🌹

[@federicoserreli5259]

The very beautiful museum!!!

[@riohero9506]

This video are beautifully edited, And The castle is stunning

[@dannyrealityshift]

I love classical stuff ❤

[@niilespunkari8832]

Next time some introduction of the nearby village, as they look interesting too.

[@Lionard]

Thank you for your suggestion! We’ll definitely keep it in mind for future videos. We appreciate your feedback and are glad you’re enjoying the content!

[@Maha1J]

This should be a museum to the city all people will pay to come and visit and experience it this have so much history and art 🖼️😃💓 amazing castle 🏰 I hope he or she doesn’t sell it but make it museum for the city and country and share it as one of the places must anyone go to watch

[@ericeric3117]

It looks like it is operated as a museum right now. That old fashioned kitchen is not very functional by modern standards.

[@mukkaar]

@@ericeric3117 Yep, and there are classic museum features like ropes to block access.

[@anthony01571]

OUTSTANDING ; o .....

[@adamh5466]

So amazing and awesome! Would love to own something like this

[@WinhartHein]

Just imagine: put that armor on my body, bring that sword and wonder around that 8th-century medieval castle. That would be amazing..

[@chiarnello]

The best! Loved your tour! I wish we could see the prices :)

[@Lionard]

I'm glad you enjoyed property tour! For further information on the price you can contact us at [e-mail] or through our website - Stefanie

[@alexlipowec6185]

Very nice but you made a mistake at the beginning of your description, you said that the castle is 800.000 years old and I know you meant 800 instead Anyway we love to watch your properties and we truly like how you present it and your personality Ciao carissima 😉

[@pyeitme508]

Amazing!

[@jennifercoughtrie4858]

Worlds fail me! I am just awed by the history of these places and of the people who built them. Would love to be in the position to buy something similar maybe not quite this big though.

[@kaloarepo288]

Actually I know some people from Australia who attended a wedding at this castle a few years ago. If anyone is familiar with queen Christina of Sweden who famously abdicated from the Swedish throne to move to Italy and changed her religion to Catholic. Well she had a courtier in her service who was a Monaldeschi and regrettably she had him killed before her eyes because she found out he had betrayed her interests in favor of someone else. This happened when the exiled queen was visiting the great palace of Fontainbleu near Paris.

[@jonimarchese7655]

Ciao Stefanie, What an incredible Castle, the centuries of history in unbelievable. The gardens are stunning. I absolutely loved this tour. "Grazie Mille" for showing us it. Amore da N.Y.

[@lindabuck2777]

I have NOTHING to say I am breathless and speechless and require oxygen, my socks are gone elsewhere (knocked off) 😄and my eyeballs are somewhere here on the floor😝🙏🏻❤️thank you

[@juancarrera8397]

Could you please create a comprehensive video tutorial outlining the essential steps involved in purchasing a property?

[@Lionard]

That is an excellent idea, I will be sure to suggest it to my superiors - Stefanie

[@juancarrera8397]

​@@LionardI’m curious to know if you’ve had a chance to discuss this idea with your superiors yet. Any updates would be appreciated.

[@vadigroz8478]

Вау как красиво😮😊😊

[@baronm.2137]

Qui c'è tanta storia, anche recente

[@bumblebee5990]

I would like living in art.

[@rosemarienin9823]

Beautiful. I realize that there was no birth control in days gone by so people needed lots of real estate for the family, which kept growing with every subsecuent wedding. And slaves were a dime a dozen, but today it ain’t that cheap to maintain a pile like that. But what a marvelous hotel it would make! Interestingly there is no mention of price. Is it for free?

[@Lionard]

Thank you for your thoughtful comment! Properties like this do have a rich history and can be costly to maintain today. For pricing info, please contact us directly, as some listings are private. And yes, it would make a stunning hotel!

[@prazbhat]

Stephanie, is there any we can use these properties as luxury hotel or bnb so that the owner can stay some part of time they wish and rest can be monetised as well ? What are the steps for such utilisation ?

[@Lionard]

Great question! Yes, some properties can be adapted for use as luxury hotels or BnBs while allowing the owner to stay part-time. This often requires specific permits and adherence to local regulations. For more details, feel free to reach out, and we’d be happy to assist!

[@Ricardo.Mesias]

wow

[@nathangreenberg3683]

Stefanie... you have to give us some sense of the price. A range... something.

[@danilo360]

in 2021 it was purchased by a company for around three million euros

[@federicocervantes2951]

​@@danilo360yo creo que esta propiedad cuesta 50 veces más

[@JoeyRiojas]

Beautiful historic castle, what kind of restrictions are placed on renovation?

[@andyo943]

Another amazing property,thank you S.S.

[@NativeHoney608]

11:00 Does anyone know why the bathtubs were on the first floor, inside the staircase? That really stood out to me.

[@normski4ash]

I am due for retiring soon, and my plan is to move to Italy. We go there two or three times a year for a holiday, and we love it. So the main things I want to know about any property, firstly is the number of bedrooms/bathrooms, I expect our children and grandchildren to visit, quite often, so that is a NEED to know. But for some strange reason, you have stopped telling us on your website, as an easy fact finding option. I am having to open every property, and having to read all the info, just to glean this one simple but important fact. For this reason, I unsubscribed from your youtube channel and I no longer visit your website. I have found several excellent real estate agents, for Italy, that tell me these facts, easily, and I have a few properties ear marked. Shame really because I used to enjoy watching your videos ! Informative, well filmed, and flowed through the whole video nicely/expertly ! Shame your website cannot do the same. Arrivederci

[@Glauh]

❤❤❤❤

[@DavidDatura]

What’s been renovated of the castle is very nice. But what would a private purchaser do with such a property in the modern age? It’s too large for a private home. There’s the boutique hotel angle I suppose. But that would require even more investment as a lot of the castle still needs pricey renovations (and the property is price on application, so it already costs a fortune as is) and the place seems very isolated. Which could work in favor or against it, in that department 🤷‍♂️ then there’s not enough historical relevance to make that a main attraction (to those outside of Italy) as a museum either. It’s a quandary 🤔 still, a beautiful property and location.

[@XDelmisterio]

it is a beautiful castle but it needs lots and lots of work, even if you want to preserve the historical part theres things like the kitchen that you need to change out of necessity, i think its a very hard property to sell, also i can not imagine how many things are protected by the city so renovations are going to be a hell of its own.

[@JoeyRiojas]

Beautiful, but it seems like a museum on the ground floor. What kind of renovation did Mrs. Smith mean?

[@loujohnson1664]

holy shit!

[@manoeldasilva7504]

Hello, how much is the castle valued at? How do I find out the total price?

[@Lionard]

Hello, thank you for your comment. For further information on the price you can either write us an email at stefaniesmith@lionard. com or check out our website - Stefanie

[@nathangreenberg3683]

Could be good for a VRBO in VITERBO

[@joeshmoe9233]

At the bottom of the huge staircase there are what appears to be two marble bathtubs on wheels. What are they?

[@mukkaar]

Honestly, on one hand if I had tons of money, I would really want to have castle. I love castles. But on other hand, moment I start thinking of actual practicalities of living there it seem just antithesis of how we live in houses now. Not the upkeep, but just the layout. Core of modern layout is basically big kitchen/dining/living room space so you have central place to do stuff, and you can stay connected to people even when cooking, dining, entertaining etc. Along many other things.

[@Lionard]

Thank you for your thoughtful comment! We completely understand your perspective-castles are unique and have a very different layout compared to modern homes. While the design might not fit the typical open-plan living that many people prefer today, the historic charm and grandeur of a castle offer a unique living experience. It's always interesting to hear how people imagine living in these spaces! We appreciate your feedback.

[@InfernoXV]

no shots of the chapel?

[@Peter-lz9gw]

Amore mio ❤ bella stefanie smith ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@alberto19761]

That should be a public monument that can be visited, the state should buy it. We can't sell all our jewels to the yankees or to the tea drinkers

[@Lionard]

Thank you for your thoughtful comment! We completely understand the importance of preserving such beautiful properties. Each estate has its own unique story, and we’re proud to share them. If you'd like more information, feel free to contact us!

[@YesItsMeGuys68]

Who on Earth could afford to not only purchase this magnificent property but, to maintain it's upkeep and taxes ??? It would have to be a VERY rare buyer indeed . Even a family of bankers and their inheritors can't afford to keep it ... thus why it's on the market ? Perhaps a large hotel corp could do some with it with exclusive packaging to the well healed traveler.

[@Navigator87110]

I have a feeling even Walter White couldn't afford this.

[@ezy.doesit]

who are the people buying these kind of properties?

[@jorgegomez524]

Arm dealers? pharma billionaires?

[@onemysore6120]

Built on lava 2500 years ago, eh? Does dragon come with?

[@MG-zt2bo]

Stefanie..

[@Fr4n98]

how much this?

[@Lionard]

For further information on the price you can contact us at [e-mail] - Stefanie

[@ryro1975]

💶?

[@fuddcar]

What, no dungeon?

[@wahistoryandme8961]

800BC???? Someone has got their dates very wrong

[@kelvin_kiama]

756 AD

[@rezamlontok5206]

Can I surrender my mothers jewels valued at euro 3million at the Antique road show appraisings and if I can get financings

[@Trafalgher]

you should wear your hair tied back more, Your facial features are really cute

[@alessandro-alex144k]

Un castello senza fantasmi quanto potrebbe valere ? Poco e niente .

[@Lionard]

Sí condivido! Molto piú interessante!

[@marcobalbinot1712]

PLEASE CORRECT THE DATE 800 AFTER CHRIST NOT BEFORE

[@timothywebber7404]

great legs

[@IanFleming808]

The castle ….. it’s nice buts it’s replaceable…. Those Godiva chocolate brown eyes and cute ears & dimples on the other hand…. Even the camera guy gets it with those hallway shots. 😉😂

[@missbeahaven1935]

Gross

[@nyc_girl_in_london925]

@@missbeahaven1935you are a sad, brainwashed feminist that hates men.

[@Sodacake]

Stop being a weirdo.

[@dollarstoreloudiamondphillips]

There’s always one dude who makes things weird.

[@emerald764]

Why are you describing her like she's a Labrador???

[@normski4ash]

So I am planning on retiring to Italy relatively soon. And to me the 2 most important factors are number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and price. And though I used to enjoy these videos, and checking out more details on your website. I have now unsubscribed from youtube, and never check your website anymore ! OK I don't expect you to tell us the price on here, and sometimes you do mention beds and baths. I have a specific number of beds and baths in my head, and trying to find that on your web site is almost impossible, without reading every single detail ! So for that, I'm out, unsubscribed, the lot... Goodbye.

[@lyndawalton9460]

Small garden....no thanks !

[@Lionard]

Thanks for sharing your opinion! While the garden may be smaller, it offers a cozy and private space that many people appreciate. We understand that different people have different preferences regarding outdoor spaces.