Rieti, Lazio

Reference: RLHP-T3211. Built in the mid-19th century, this majestic villa is one of the most prestigious historic estates in the province of Rieti. Set within the exclusive residential enclave of Castel San Benedetto at 600 metres above sea level, it enjoys commanding views over the Rieti Plain and Mount Terminillo. Fully renovated, the four-storey main villa preserves its late 19th-century elegance, with restored decorative details and period furnishings. Grand reception rooms include an impressive 250-sqm event hall, a professional-grade kitchen, and a spacious master suite. The estate also features two service farmhouses, stables, warehouses, and a private chapel. Its 23 hectares encompass an Italian-style park, woodland, arable land, and chestnut groves, enriched by flower gardens, a lake with a bridge, a fountain, a gazebo, and a panoramic terrace. The villa's legacy is tied to celebrated soprano Lina Cavalieri, admired by Gabriele D'Annunzio and portrayed by Gina Lollobrigida in Beautiful but Dangerous. With 15 bedrooms and extensive event facilities, the property seamlessly blends aristocratic heritage with modern comfort. Ref: 15163