Historic residence overlooking the Naviglio

We are along the Naviglio of the Riviera del Brenta, where the Venetian Villas showcase their elegant architecture and lush gardens on the river's waters. A place full of charm and suggestion, where history is expressed through a taste that does not suffer the passage of time. This residence - located near the center of Stra - is characterized by the traditional rectangular layout of the Venetian Villas: a central hall with double views of the park and rooms opening with strict symmetry on both sides. The main entrance is accessed via a small pedestrian bridge supported by arches in ancient masonry, under which once flowed the water of a river. The living area develops in a circular way, contemplating the entrance hall, two living rooms, and a guest bathroom on one side, and on the other side the dining room with an ancient stone fireplace, a kitchen, and a storage room. The historic portal, also in stone, leads to the staircase and thus to the two upper levels (night area with 4 rooms and 2 bathrooms and large open space attic area) and the underground level (cellar/tavern, laundry, and technical room). The conservational state of the property is good, and the materials used reflect the style of the time it was designed and built: Venetian terrazzo floors, wooden beams, ancient terracotta, and cocciopesto. The real estate block includes two other units: a small house of 85 sqm on two levels, with completely independent access, and a 100 sqm outbuilding located within the garden, renovated and well integrated into the context, also with independent access and a garage. The large planted garden surrounding the residence creates a green, reserved, and pleasant lung. The size of the main body of the villa is perfect for a family of 4 or 5 people, being able to guarantee everyone space and comfort, yet in an intimate and welcoming atmosphere, not dispersive or with "useless" spaces. The incredible modernity of this historically valuable property is the most interesting element, and adapting it to a contemporary lifestyle is the enjoyable challenge that the true connoisseur will be able to seize.