The church could date to about the same period as other, visually similar, churches nearby, ca. 13th century. But, the re-used material in the facade and apse, suggest that the original construction could be earlier.
The church appears to be largely neglected and is between a house and barn, and next to the parking lot of restaurant. The apse, which is in fairly good condition, serves as a lean-to for extra farm equipment used in the barn behind the church.
I was unable to enter the church when I visited. However, a photo posted by "Vicus Martis" on panoramio.com appears to show the inside of the church.
While the thick layer of dust indicates that the church has not been used for some time, the church interior has frescoes that would appear to be worthy of documentation before further deterioration. The interior decorative program could yield clues as to the date and history of the church.
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