Noble 19th-century Villa For Sale In Siracusa

In the wonderful and historical city of Siracusa, in Sicily, there is this prestigious nineteenth-century villa for sale. The villa, originally built in the 19th century for a noble Sicilian family, measures 1,000 square meters, immersed in an enchanting 18,000 square meter garden with a splendid swimming pool. The villa is located in a luxurious residential area of beautiful Siracusa, famous throughout the world for its Greek theatre, its very rich Archaeological Park and the picturesque island of Ortigia. This city is certainly one of the most popular tourist destinations in Sicily.

The villa was built in the nineteenth century as the home of a prestigious Sicilian noble family and then enlarged in a subsequent period. This estate features architectural elements that reflect the influence of both periods, ranging from the elegant mix of Baroque and Rococo to the typical Art Nouveau style of the early twentieth century.

The main facade of the villa is characterized by a staircase that provides access to the main floor. The bilateral stone staircase is supported by round stone arches. The upper floor has two terraced balconies on the smaller elevations, decorated with fine stone details.

Inside this nineteenth-century villa, on the ground floor, there are spacious rooms that maintain the characteristics of the reception rooms, divided by a sturdy stone arch. The ceilings, with plaster details, were lowered at a later time. Furthermore, there is a winter garden, now used as a reception room, and a side pavilion transformed into a spacious kitchen. A big bathroom with a toilet completes this area.

Through a splendid internal staircase in solid wood, decorated with fine majolica, we access the main floor, which once housed the rooms inhabited by the owners and has now been a luxury accommodation facility for over twenty years. On this floor, there are five bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, and a utility room. Two of the bedrooms have terraces, one of which offers a breathtaking view of the sea, while the others overlook the beautiful garden. Furthermore, there is an annex located in a private area of the property, which houses six bedrooms with independent bathrooms and is equipped with every comfort.

The property includes over 18,000 square meters of grounds, including a vast garden with ornamental plants, a big swimming pool with a large sunbathing area, technical rooms and a big outdoor parking area capable of accommodating over 50 vehicles. In the garden, there are numerous areas intended for relaxation, with paths for walking and comfortable benches where you can spend time reading, surrounded by fragrant plants and flowers, including lavender, marigold and Sicilian jasmine.

The noble villa is available for purchase as a private residence or as a fully furnished accommodation facility, with accessories and amenities. The historic center of Syracuse, the island of Ortigia and the renowned Sicilian seaside resorts are easily reachable in a few minutes. Furthermore, Fontanarossa airport is in the immediate vicinity.