Property of the Week

The House of Cerruti in Biella, Piedmont

As a renowned Italian fashion designer, Nino Cerruti has left an indelible mark on the luxury industry. A giant among Italian entrepreneur, he is known for creating iconic designs using innovative fabrics like wool crepe, which has become a signature of his brand.

The spirit of the late Nino endures at the House of Cerruti in Biella, Piedmont, a world-famous destination for its textile and wool industry and the real Made in Italy movement of Italian fashion.

Steeped in heritage and history, the House of Cerruti is a bespoke estate, offering the opportunity to take up the mantle of a truly magnificent provenance. Three structures occupy this expansive, nearly 19-acre property in the Italian Alps, a famed get-away destination for Hollywood celebrities like Roman Polanski, Michael Douglas, and Jack Nicholson.

From the nearly 200-year-old primary residence to the contemporary guest house to a cozy caretaker’s cottage, guests will enjoy a private retreat.  The estate is ideal for large family gatherings or hosting friends; pull a bottle of the region’s finest from the cellar and enjoy the breathtaking views of expansive peaks in the distance from the multiple terraces.

Nestled at the foot of the Alps on the border with France and Switzerland, Piedmont is a region of Baroque architecture, rolling vineyards, and elegant cuisine. The House of Cerruti is set just outside of Biella, an area rich in culture, food, majestic nature, and outdoor adventure, and world-renowned for its textiles industry.

“My Grandfather was not just a fashion designer, he was a visionary,” stated Ian Cerruti, current homeowner. “His unique blend of Italian elegance and French style—along with his keen eye for detail, impeccable taste, and unwavering dedication to quality—is an essence that is not only captured in his designs, but in this home as well. As a piece of not only Cerruti history, but Italian history itself, we hope to see this environment inspire and influence its next owner for years to come."

The property will go up for auction on 9 June with a €1.25M reserve, via Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions in cooperation with Italy Sotheby’s International Realty. To find out more, please visit: www.conciergeauctions.com