In the heart of Marina di Massa, along the historic Via del Sale, which once connected the Duchy of Massa-Carrara with Modena and Parma, stands an imposing 18th-century villa, now used as an accommodation facility.
The property preserves numerous significant traces of its history and is located just minutes from the sea, in a strategically advantageous position between the Tuscan coast and the region’s principal art cities.
The building complex has an interior area of approximately 2,500 m² and is surrounded by a private park of more than 5,500 m², with mature trees and extensive green spaces that ensure privacy and create a harmonious connection between the villa and the garden.
The original architectural structure dates back to the 18th century and consists of a central main building, later expanded with side wings. The villa retains numerous historic features, including the old sundial bearing the inscription “Horas non numero nisi serenas”, marble façades decorated with inscriptions, and the original Cipollino marble staircase, handcrafted at the time of construction.
The villa currently has 28 rooms and 25 bathrooms. In many rooms, the original 18th-century wooden-beam ceilings are still preserved, emphasizing the historic character of the building.
The areas intended for accommodation use also include a spacious dining and lounge area, as well as a fully equipped professional catering kitchen suitable both for an in-house restaurant and for hosting events.
The basement contains the historic cellars, whose distinctive character offers additional potential uses. Given their size and condition, these areas could, for example, be converted into a wellness area, spa or sauna, subject to the required authorizations.
Particular attention should be paid to the park, featuring centuries-old holm oaks and Mediterranean pines, further enhanced by various historic elements of the estate.
In the garden in front of the villa stands an 18th-century fountain made of white Carrara marble, as well as an extraordinary, domed brick fountain whose origins date back to around the year 1000.
The grounds also include a 21 x 8 metre swimming pool, several pergolas and garden pavilions, as well as a spacious private car park accommodating up to 50 vehicles.
Another noteworthy aspect is the possibility of expanding the existing building volume by up to 40%. This creates various development opportunities, ranging from additional rooms and suites to enlarging the communal areas and guest services, in each case subject to a review of the applicable planning and building regulations and the required authorizations.
Due to its size, history and architectural structure, the property offers attractive prospects both for continuing its existing use and for developing a boutique hotel or an upscale accommodation facility.
A spacious historic residence with 28 rooms, swimming pool, private park and significant development potential, just minutes from the sea and conveniently located for reaching the coast of northern Tuscany and the region’s principal destinations.