The historic Villa Albergoni in Moscazzano — one of the most iconic filming locations of Call Me by Your Name — has officially been sold. The villa served as a central setting in Luca Guadagnino’s film and played a crucial role in the emotional development of Elio and Oliver’s relationship.
Villa Albergoni and the World of the Film
In the film, Moscazzano is home to the Perlman family, where most of the story unfolds. Seventeen-year-old Elio spends the summer of 1983 here with his parents, surrounded by the quiet rhythms of countryside life.
The villa itself is located outside the village and was chosen deliberately by Guadagnino, who reportedly fell in love with the location. At one point, the director even expressed interest in buying the property himself.
Although the villa now stands empty, the original furniture has been retained by the former owners.
Inside the Villa and Its Grounds
The residence reflects the classic style of the Italian countryside: carefully maintained interiors, high windows kept open to allow air to circulate, and rooms filled with natural light.
The surrounding grounds include:
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a garden with peach and apricot trees — fruits that become symbolic throughout the film
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a volleyball court
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shaded areas designed for reading and quiet rest beneath the trees
The private park extends across approximately 20,000 square meters, offering a sense of openness and seclusion that strongly shaped the atmosphere of the film.
A small swimming pool provided relief during the intense summer heat of 1983, the season depicted in Guadagnino’s story.
Sale Details and Architectural Features
Villa Albergoni is protected as a site of artistic and historical interest. The property was listed for sale on Idealista.it for €1.7 million, though the final sale price has not been disclosed.
The residence covers approximately 1,400 square meters and includes:
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14 rooms
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8 bedrooms
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7 bathrooms
Spread across two floors, the main structure follows a square plan, with a front porch on the north side and two towers positioned at the corners. One of its most striking elements is the ancient doorway, carved with coffers and central rose motifs.
Local Reactions and the Future of the Villa
“Moscazzano has gone around the world,” said mayor Gianluca Savoldi in an interview with journalist Gilberto Bazoli for CremonaSera.
“In recent years, film lovers — both Italian and international — have arrived even in the height of summer and continue to come, wanting to see where the film was shot. These people could visit a living place, and the dream of Moscazzano as a tourist destination would be nurtured.”
The mayor expressed hope for a cooperative attitude from the new owners and voiced his wish that the park might eventually be reopened to the public, allowing visitors to admire the villa and its surroundings in their full splendor.
Photo: Artúr Dancs