On an exceptionally spacious plot of approx. 4,662 m², this historic villa in Wendlingen am Neckar presents itself as a property of outstanding character. Set in a tranquil location amid extensive, park-like gardens and offering beautiful views of the surrounding greenery, the property combines historic architecture with generous living space and exceptional privacy. Around 414,2 m² of living space spread over three levels provide room for a prestigious yet highly individual lifestyle.
Particularly appealing is the connection between the house and its outdoor surroundings: the floor plan creates interesting sightlines and ever-changing perspectives across the expansive garden. Mature lawns with established trees, a manicured rose garden, a fountain, private pool and a hunting lodge give the property the character of a truly personal country estate, offering numerous opportunities for privacy, recreation and convivial hours outdoors.
The villa forms part of the historic ensemble of the former Otto textile works in Wendlingen-Unterboihingen, whose origins date back to 1859. The residence itself was built in 1936. Wilhelm Ritter von Graf is documented as the architect, while the garden design was created by Otto Valentien.
The craftsmanship of the period continues to define the house today: light ochre rubble-stone masonry with substantial dressed-stone surrounds, dark green wooden shutters, wrought-iron window grilles and deep windowsills that reveal the thickness of the building’s walls. The pillar entrance portal, with its sculptural relief and stepped natural-stone platform, creates an impressive approach, while the side wing, with its round-arched wooden gate, provides an effective continuation of the courtyard.
The entrance area with cloakroom and guest WC leads into a reception hall with stone flooring. Its ceiling height of up to 4 m establishes the character of the house from the outset. From here, the living areas with genuine wood parquet flooring unfold: the dining room and fireplace room can be opened via double-leaf wooden sliding doors with glass panels into the two terrace rooms—a sequence of rooms that can be generously connected or separated intimately, depending on the occasion. The substantial wooden doors and windows with glass panels and metal details are characteristic of the house’s high-quality construction. The kitchen has direct access to the laundry room.
A solid wooden staircase, accompanied by stained-glass windows, leads to the private upper floor. Here, the principal bedroom features a balcony, dressing room and en-suite bathroom, complemented by another generously sized room with terrace and balcony, as well as two further rooms and a second bathroom. The hallway offers additional built-in storage and utility space. The basement accommodates the household and technical areas; a wooden shed completes the property.
The estate is further enhanced by a completely independent residential unit that served as accommodation for the household staff when the villa was built. Comprising three rooms, a kitchen and a bathroom, it can be used autonomously and is accessed via the main house. This arrangement, typical of houses from the period, offers a variety of possibilities today: as a guest apartment, living space for family members or care staff, a prestigious home office with its own entrance, or a separate apartment.
Today, the property offers a rare combination of history, spaciousness and privacy. Its distinctive architecture, extensive parkland with rose garden, fountain, pool and hunting lodge, together with its tranquil location overlooking the greenery, create an atmosphere reminiscent of a private country estate. The generous plot offers a wide range of possibilities, while the historic elements give the property an unmistakable identity.
An exceptional home for those seeking not merely generous living space, but also a unique combination of history, established garden culture and an extraordinary quality of life.