Luxurious Historical Villa For Sale In Rieti

In a setting of extraordinary beauty, in the green countryside of Lazio, this prestigious historic villa of 1,230 sqm is for sale, with 2 hectares of private parkland, a garden, a swimming pool, an annex and a garage. The property, in the style of a 17th-century Austrian castle, was redesigned in the 19th century and completely renovated recently, while retaining the charm of its era. The villa is spread over three levels and comprises 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms.

Rieti, a small town but a land of great cultural and spiritual heritage, is famous for being the birthplace of St. Francis of Assisi, who founded several convents here, and for its perfectly preserved medieval historic centre. The province of Rieti is dotted with castles, historical estates and noble villas dating back to the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, testimony to the rich past of Sabina and inland Lazio. The location is strategic: immersed in the tranquillity of the countryside, the area offers peace and privacy while remaining just a few kilometres from the renowned city of Rome, easily accessible via the motorway. The surrounding area is ideal for those seeking quality of life, contact with nature and a fascinating historical context, without sacrificing the convenience of connections to the capital.

The prestigious property, with attention to detail and finished with high-quality materials, is a single building with a quadrangular layout, whose corners are formed by massive towers that give the property an architectural form typical of medieval fortresses. The villa is located in a high position on a vast hilly area and enjoys a spectacular panoramic view of the Terminillo mountain range. The main entrance, reached via a beautiful tree-lined avenue, welcomes visitors with an imposing staircase leading to the upper floors, where the sleeping area is located. The ground floor and garden exude the atmosphere of a bygone era: 9-metre-high ceilings, restored frescoes and reception rooms bear witness to the grandeur and elegance of this historic residence. The entrance hall leads to the bright living room, characterised by its elliptical shape and beautiful flooring, which lends the room an air of absolute elegance. Solemn columns with Corinthian capitals, supporting an enchanting frescoed dome, characterise the vast area. A window at the end of the hall leads to an elegant staircase overlooking a well-kept garden with a fabulous fountain in the centre. A well-equipped kitchen and a splendid dining room complete the first level of the prestigious villa. The mezzanine floor, with 2-metre high ceilings, houses 4 bedrooms designed for staff and service personnel. On the first floor, there are 7 bedrooms, including 4 suites consisting of a living room, bedroom and bathroom located in the turrets, 2 bedrooms (one of which is a recently frescoed master bedroom with a balcony overlooking the garden) and 1 study.

Attached to the building, a small oval-shaped chapel is a bonus to this magnificent property, bearing witness to its religious and noble history.

This recently restored, exclusive property is surrounded by a vast centuries-old park embellished with a variety of rare and endangered plants. The lush garden surrounding the villa features a fabulous swimming pool, the ideal place to spend relaxing afternoons on hot summer days, immersed in the panoramic view of Terminillo and the surrounding countryside.

This historical villa for sale in Rieti is an extraordinarily prestigious and unique estate, perfect for those who wish to live in a castle with timeless charm, surrounded by history, nature and beauty, just a few kilometres from Rome.