Description

Nestled in greenery and just 40 minutes from Rome, this villa apartment is located within the Parco degli Elcini, for centuries the private garden of the Colonna family. It is reached by walking along the remains of an ancient Roman aqueduct, which ends right in front of the gate of the property’s courtyard. A truly unique setting, where history and nature coexist in a rare and harmonious way.

The residence is adjacent to the historic village of Genazzano and the imposing Castello Colonna. The building, dating back to 1929, is an architectural unicum: on one side it appears as a five‑storey townhouse along the street, while on the opposite side—resting for three levels on the park’s embankment—it transforms into a villa where the top two floors are developed. The apartment, located on the villa’s ground floor, benefits from the convenience of an independent, level entrance directly from the tree‑lined courtyard of the Park, while still enjoying the panoramic views of a fourth floor overlooking the valley.

Interior layout

The residence is arranged on a single level of approximately 100 sqm. • Spacious entrance hall with corridor • Central living room, the heart of the home, connected through three arches to a panoramic glass loggia overlooking the valley on two sides • Loggia with original patterned cement tiles and continuous large windows; currently hosting the kitchen • Two large bedrooms adjacent to the living room • Bathroom accessible from the corridor • Two storage rooms • Independent heating with a recently (2026) installed boiler

The interiors preserve the building’s original character: terracotta floors, period doors and window frames, and above‑standard ceiling heights. The property requires updating but no structural work. The current layout is functional, yet lends itself to potential reconfiguration.

Outdoor spaces

Access is through a tree‑lined courtyard, with reserved pedestrian and driveway entry from within the Park and a dedicated parking space. The Parco degli Elcini, now a protected monumental park maintained by the Municipality, borders directly with the property.

Historical context

Genazzano is the ancestral village of the Colonna family, where Oddone Colonna was born in 1369. He was elected pope in 1417 as Martin V, leading the resolution of the Western Schism and the return of the papal seat to Rome. The Castello Colonna, now a museum, is reachable on foot via the historic bridge; the celebrated Nymphaeum attributed to Bramante is just a few minutes away.

Additional availability

On the upper floor, a second panoramic residence of approximately 180 sqm is also available, featuring a 90 sqm terrace overlooking the village and the valley. It can be purchased separately or together with this unit. 

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this document is for general guidance only and does not constitute a contractual element.