Art Nouveau villa for sale in Viareggio near the pine forest

Art Nouveau villa for sale in Viareggio, Lucca. Prestigious 226 sqm period estate with five bedrooms, four bathrooms, original frescoes, and a 100 sqm private garden with a centennial grapevine pergola. Steps from the sea. General Description In one of the most elegant, prestigious, and beloved residential neighborhoods of Viareggio, positioned just steps from the pine forest and sandy beaches, we offer for sale this extraordinary Art Nouveau (Liberty) villa dating back to the early 20th century. The property, free on three sides and arranged over two levels above ground for a total surface area of approximately 226 sqm, is in good general maintenance condition. This period residence preserves the noble charm and marine atmosphere of historical Viareggio, embellished with beautiful original Art Nouveau frescoes in the entrance area, high ceilings, and monumental fireplaces. The presence of a private garden at the back constitutes an extremely rare feature of invaluable worth for the town center. Interior Description The generous internal surface area is divided into 11 spacious rooms distributed with excellent architectural harmony over the two floors of the structure. The ground floor opens onto a sumptuous entrance decorated with perfectly preserved Liberty frescoes, leading to a large double living room enriched by an exposed brick fireplace, a spacious eat-in kitchen, a first versatile bedroom, and two guest bathrooms. An internal staircase leads to the main sleeping area on the first floor, consisting of four spacious double bedrooms and two full bathrooms, one of which is for the exclusive use of the master bedroom. One of the bedrooms on this level is embellished by a second period fireplace, while two bedrooms have direct access to the external balcony which offers pleasant open views. Exterior Description The villa is enhanced at the back by a wonderful private garden of approximately 1000 sqm, a true corner of quiet and privacy protected and hard to find in the center of Viareggio. The outdoor space is embellished with a manicured lawn, flowers, and a suggestive centennial grapevine pergola, which creates a pleasant natural shade area ideal for outdoor breakfasts, summer lunches, or relaxing readings caressed by the sea breeze. On the first floor, the panoramic balcony offers a pleasant view of the greenery of the nearby pine forest and towards the sea. The facade of the villa shows the typical Art Nouveau ornamental elements of the construction period intact. Main Features: Living area: approx. 226 sqm Private garden area: approx. 100 sqm with centennial grapevine pergola Rooms: 11 Bedrooms: 5 (one on the ground floor and four on the first floor) Bathrooms: 4 (two on the ground floor and two on the first floor) Fireplaces: 2 (one in the double living room, one in the first floor bedroom) Terraces: yes (panoramic balcony overlooking the pine forest and sea) Kitchen: eat-in on the ground floor Heating: autonomous natural gas Condition: good and move-in ready Energy class: G Utilities Details The property is equipped with completely independent technological systems compliant with current regulations. Heating is independent, powered by natural gas with cast iron radiators installed in all main rooms, supported by the warmth of the wood-burning fireplaces in the living and sleeping areas. The water supply and connection to the electrical grid are regularly connected to the municipal public networks. The high-quality wooden window frames preserve the excellent original craftsmanship of the era, guaranteeing strength and elegance. Potential Uses This extraordinary period villa represents an exceptionally prestigious real estate opportunity on the Versilia coast. It is configured as the ideal primary home for a large family looking for wide spaces, independence, and walking proximity to all schools, the beach, and the pine forest of Viareggio. At the same time, the strong international tourist appeal enjoyed by the city, combined with the presence of the beautiful private garden and proximity to the Promenade, makes the villa an outstanding investment as a prestigious holiday home or for inclusion in the high-yield summer rental circuit. Local Real Estate Market Viareggio expresses a solid and active residential real estate market, driven by both local buyers and investors from all over Italy and abroad. Art Nouveau independent villas located in the historic center, close to the pine forest and equipped with private gardens, represent the rarest and most sought-after assets on the market. Comparative statistical analysis indicates that for historic properties of this type with sizes exceeding 200 sqm, average sales prices range stably between €3,800/sqm and €4,800/sqm, depending on the state of preservation of the frescoes and period finishes. The absolute rarity of the 100 sqm private garden ensures this specific property outstanding marketability and zero depreciation rates over time. Tourist and Historical Information Viareggio is the historic capital of Versilia seaside tourism, internationally renowned for its spectacular Liberty (Art Nouveau) and eclectic architecture characterizing the famous Promenade, the extraordinary seaside avenue lined with historic cafes and high-fashion boutiques, designed in the early 20th century by architects such as Alfredo Belluomini and decorated by the famous ceramics of Galileo Chini. The city boasts a tight link with art and music, being the beloved home of the great composer Giacomo Puccini. Famous worldwide for its historic shipyards dedicated to the construction of luxury yachts and for the Carnival of Viareggio, founded in 1873, the city hosts wide green oases such as the Pineta di Ponente, located just steps from the villa, ideal for outdoor activities. The strategic position allows rapid access to Pietrasanta, the "city of artists", the exclusive Forte dei Marmi, and the spectacular peaks of the Apuan Alps. Distances: Viareggio Beach and Promenade: 0.3 km Pineta di Ponente Park: 0.1 km Viareggio train station: 1 km Lido di Camaiore: 3 km Forte dei Marmi: 12 km Pietrasanta: 10 km Lucca: 25 km Pisa Galileo Galilei International Airport: 30 km A12 Highway exit (Viareggio): 4 km Florence (Historic center): 95 km