We live in Propriano with our two daughters. I was born and grew up here. My husband grew up a few kilometres away in Sollacaro. Purchasing this ruin surrounded by a hectare of land was a reflection of our connection to our local area and our strong, living attachment to our roots. It has been restored with a great deal of respect for the local heritage, using traditional techniques and environmentally-friendly materials. Every stage of the development was designed to minimise environmental impact, preserve its history and conserve the stone walls that are part of its past. The result is the creation of a contemporary house, where modernity and sustainability meet, while preserving elements from the past.
The house had been derelict since the 1960s. It was in ruins and only the walls were left standing. I always remember it as a majestic presence in the landscape that dominated the hillside. We completely renovated it in 2023, preserving its original structure while stepping up its charm by using raw materials and an elegant, refined decor. We worked with local partners and craftsmen who were at the heart of the project with us. We designed its atypical architecture to reflect the values of a welcoming, warm Corsica which is deeply rooted in the land at the same time.
It is an ancient wine press that used to be called "Le Moulin Belmondo" by the villagers. We decided to call it U Mulinu Casanelli (Mulinu meaning mill and Casanelli, a combination of our two surnames, Casanova and Pianelli, my maiden name). When I was little, I used to walk past the foot of this hill and admire the wine press ruins. The day I heard it was up for sale, I was overcome with emotion. I remember the exact moment I met my husband's eyes and we decided to give this place a new lease of life together.
Perched on a hill in the heart of unspoilt nature, at just a few minutes from the sea and the mountains, the house has uninterrupted views of the Gulf of Valinco and the scrubland. It is a haven of peace away from the hustle and bustle, a place where you can completely disconnect and find time for yourself. The setting gives off the impression that you are the only people in the world, yet is just a few minutes from Propriano. We offer our guests a range of services upon request designed to enhance their stay in Corsica: boat reservations, personalised deliveries, exclusive activities, wellness massages, restaurant reservations etc. The house has a gym and a jacuzzi.
In Propriano, we love ‘L'Epica’ on a street perpendicular to the port. It is a small restaurant dedicated to quality cuisine which is unpretentious, yet prepared with fresh, high quality produce. We love 'Le Lido', set right by the sea. Lulled by the lapping of the water at our feet, where we can enjoy plates or boards of exceptional products, accompanied by a bottle of wine from their cellar of over 150 different choices. When it comes to shopping, the Aux Caprices boutique in Propriano is a must!
The house has a kitchen, living room, utility room and toilet on the ground floor. The first floor has a lift leading to two bedrooms, each with its own shower room. On the second floor, the master bedroom has a bathroom with a bath. All rooms are also accessible via an outside staircase.
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