Capri within the Fifties was a sizzling spot for glitterati looking for la dolce vita. The small island off Italy’s Amalfi Coast drew jet-setters, royals and Hollywood stars with its turquoise waters, steep sea cliffs and exclusivity.
Thought-about one of many world’s first resorts―Emperor Augustus made the isle his non-public retreat in 29 B.C.―the luxurious playground for the rich was frequented by such midcentury icons as Grace Kelly, Rita Hayworth and Clark Gable.
Set within the coronary heart of Silvania Park within the city of Anacapri is a villa constructed within the early Fifties that gives a glimpse into that glamorous previous whereas being faraway from the frenetic tempo of contemporary life. Whitewashed properties and slim winding streets occupy Anacapri’s historic core.
“The villa has maintained the Capri fashion of the worldwide higher class that populated the island prior to now and which may be very uncommon to search out right now,” says Alexanna Ambrosetti of the actual property agency Building Heritage.
Clad in stone and white lime, the home facilities on an inside patio. Uncovered stone partitions, terraces and low partitions proceed within the manicured backyard. Inside, terra cotta flooring, arch-topped home windows, excessive vaulted ceilings and strong wooden doorways replicate the realm’s signature fashion additional.
The 250 sq. meters (almost 2,700 sq. toes) of inside area is unfold over three ranges. An ocean-facing window in the lounge overlooks Cala del Rio, a scenic bay on the slopes of Mount Solaro―the best peak on the island.
Different rooms look out on expansive terraces. There are two fireplaces and a wine cellar.
The first suite takes up one whole flooring. Together with the 2 visitor quarters, there are a complete of seven bedrooms, every with entry to a terrace, and 6 bogs. Two out of doors eating areas add overflow area for large-scale entertaining.
The two,000-square-meter (half-acre) terraced backyard contains olive bushes, citrus bushes and an orchard. Parking can accommodate three automobiles.
The asking value is €3.55 million or about USD 3.89 million. Ambrosetti and Chiara Gennarelli, additionally with Constructing Heritage, are representing the property.
Set on a lush hillside, the villa in Anacapri is only some kilometers from the city of Capri. A ten-minute chairlift trip or half-hour ferry jaunt connects the 2 cities in addition to floor streets and mountaineering paths.