Incredible content, Super Savvy Travelers, LLC. Looking forward to seeing your next upload. I tapped the thumbs up icon on your video. Keep up the fantastic work. The history behind the Church of San Feliche is fascinating! How do you think the restoration efforts impact the potential market value of such unique properties in the future?
Hi and thank you so much! I think there will always be a niche market albeit a small one for such cool and unusual properties. I think if the renovation is done with maximum function in mind and is very aesthetic, I am sure it will sell of someone wants to sell it in the future. It think it would make incredible accommodations.
Chris, you do an amazing job, thank you for educating us and for spending time in Tuscany. This property is too remote for us but boy I would love this project. Still hoping to see something closer to the larger town, if possible. Love the idea that Pistoia has a train that can go to Florence or toward Lucca. I also realize train access may mean higher prices.
I did a little quick research. There is a new Chiesa di San Felice down the hill in town. The first mention of the original church, the one now for sale, was in 1136, so the church certainly existed before then. I can't find a definitive date for the new church down the hill, but 1978 seems reasonable. I suspect the original church has been decommissioned and is therefore no longer a sacred space. It is, however, a building full of history and reverance. Offering it for sale is likely the only way to protect it from eventual ruin.
Wow! Thank you for your research .I had trouble finding anything about this gem. That sounds completely logical. And yes, I feel it is better to salvage this beautiful building even if it is used for something other than a church. If no one buys it and loves it it will fall into ruin.
A correction. "Alter" is incorrect it is "altar". It is very sad to see this very old church for sale. Churches are not owned by the Church in Italy but were all confiscated by the government of Italy following the forced unification of the Italian States in 1871. The local municipality must be selling it. All internal features including the original side altars and Confessional would and should be kept but not for profane use. This church would be best purchased by a Catholic with a respect for the building, its purpose and history. There are big no no such as placing kitchens in areas where the altars and chapels are. I suspect locals will want to ensure the building isn't abused. There nay be graves under the floors as well.
I wonder if the church has been decommissioned? There was a large church in Pittsburgh, St. Peters, if I remember correctly, that was decommissioned and sold. It is now a beautiful brewery and restaurant. My concern with turning this church into a residence, provided it is decommissioned, would be the response from locals. It looks like there are neighbors across the street, and they would be the first people to talk to. You would certainly want to show respect.
Thank you for the correction. I believe it is better than someone purchase this beautiful work of art and love it for what it is in whatever capacity than to allow it to fall into ruin. I agree however about the articles in the building and respect and reverence for them by whomever purchases this place. I think that someone who is of a mind to buy a property like this will likely keep all of that in mind.
Hi! For this one there is no mandatory time frame. We would have to get with the local builders and architect to estimate their availability and what all has to be done. You can email me if you want to pursue information. info@supersavvytravelers.com
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC Pour que cela soit habité par des étrangers... je trouve cela encore plus triste. Une démographie en berne associée à une immigration massive, pauvre Italie 😰
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC Rénové et transformé pour être habité par un étranger ? Le taux de natalité des italiens est au plus bas depuis des décennies. Pauvre Italie 😪
The most honorable thing to do would be restoration . Keep it open for Daily Meditation and Prayers , Weddings , Funerals , Holy days . It is too precious to do otherwise .
Wow.
It is so cool!
I love this one.. it's gorgeous, and the price is right. Lots of renovations needed but it's worth it.
Yes it is such a fabulous project.
Incredible content, Super Savvy Travelers, LLC. Looking forward to seeing your next upload. I tapped the thumbs up icon on your video. Keep up the fantastic work. The history behind the Church of San Feliche is fascinating! How do you think the restoration efforts impact the potential market value of such unique properties in the future?
Hi and thank you so much! I think there will always be a niche market albeit a small one for such cool and unusual properties. I think if the renovation is done with maximum function in mind and is very aesthetic, I am sure it will sell of someone wants to sell it in the future. It think it would make incredible accommodations.
This one gets the creative juices flowing! I've always admired those folks that have taken a non-traditional building and transformed it into a home.
Us too. I love creative ideas like that. This one has its challenges but such a gorgeous structure.
WOW!!!! What a Gorgeous Church for a wayyyy Low Price!
Yes and in such a gorgeous location. You cannot get more aesthetic.
Chris, you do an amazing job, thank you for educating us and for spending time in Tuscany. This property is too remote for us but boy I would love this project. Still hoping to see something closer to the larger town, if possible. Love the idea that Pistoia has a train that can go to Florence or toward Lucca. I also realize train access may mean higher prices.
Hi Martha! Thank you! I will definitely be featuring areas closer to services and bigger towns. Stay tuned!
Thank you for sharing such beauty with us.
You are so welcome Annie!
Wow! That would make a phenomenal project!
I agree!
Fabulous find!
Thank you! It is amazing!
I did a little quick research. There is a new Chiesa di San Felice down the hill in town. The first mention of the original church, the one now for sale, was in 1136, so the church certainly existed before then. I can't find a definitive date for the new church down the hill, but 1978 seems reasonable. I suspect the original church has been decommissioned and is therefore no longer a sacred space. It is, however, a building full of history and reverance. Offering it for sale is likely the only way to protect it from eventual ruin.
Wow! Thank you for your research .I had trouble finding anything about this gem. That sounds completely logical. And yes, I feel it is better to salvage this beautiful building even if it is used for something other than a church. If no one buys it and loves it it will fall into ruin.
A correction. "Alter" is incorrect it is "altar". It is very sad to see this very old church for sale. Churches are not owned by the Church in Italy but were all confiscated by the government of Italy following the forced unification of the Italian States in 1871. The local municipality must be selling it. All internal features including the original side altars and Confessional would and should be kept but not for profane use. This church would be best purchased by a Catholic with a respect for the building, its purpose and history. There are big no no such as placing kitchens in areas where the altars and chapels are. I suspect locals will want to ensure the building isn't abused. There nay be graves under the floors as well.
Beautiful comment, I wholeheartedly agree.
I wonder if the church has been decommissioned? There was a large church in Pittsburgh, St. Peters, if I remember correctly, that was decommissioned and sold. It is now a beautiful brewery and restaurant. My concern with turning this church into a residence, provided it is decommissioned, would be the response from locals. It looks like there are neighbors across the street, and they would be the first people to talk to. You would certainly want to show respect.
Thank you for the correction. I believe it is better than someone purchase this beautiful work of art and love it for what it is in whatever capacity than to allow it to fall into ruin. I agree however about the articles in the building and respect and reverence for them by whomever purchases this place. I think that someone who is of a mind to buy a property like this will likely keep all of that in mind.
An interesting prospect.
Definitely!
Keep the church and have weddings there! Enough living space in the utility areas.
Great idea Catherine! What a beautiful place for a perfect wedding!
@@catherine8332 That’s what I was Thinking!
Interested , what is the the time frame to renovate it.
Hi! For this one there is no mandatory time frame. We would have to get with the local builders and architect to estimate their availability and what all has to be done. You can email me if you want to pursue information. info@supersavvytravelers.com
Que c'est triste de transformer des lieux de culte en habitations.
Que va devenir notre belle Itale dans quelques années ? 😢
Il vaut mieux qu'il soit vendu et rénové plutôt que de tomber en ruine comme tant de propriétés abandonnées en Italie
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
Pour que cela soit habité par des étrangers... je trouve cela encore plus triste. Une démographie en berne associée à une immigration massive, pauvre Italie 😰
@@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC
Rénové et transformé pour être habité par un étranger ? Le taux de natalité des italiens est au plus bas depuis des décennies. Pauvre Italie 😪
The most honorable thing to do would be restoration . Keep it open for Daily Meditation and Prayers , Weddings , Funerals , Holy days . It is too precious to do otherwise .
Hi Tim, that would be ideal. Whatever happens, this beautiful gem needs to be salvaged.