Description

A 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. This apartment is located on the fifth and top floor of the building, yet from the Parco degli Elcini it corresponds to a first floor with level access, directly from the tree‑lined courtyard of the Park.

Interior layout

The residence, measuring approximately 240 sqm commercial, is arranged on a single level reached via a formal, architectural staircase. The interior spaces wide, continuous and bright (around 180 sqm usable), open onto a panoramic terrace of about 90 sqm that wraps around the apartment on three sides, in addition to the entrance from the private courtyard.

• Main formal entrance, spacious and scenographic
• Two bright living rooms, both with direct access to the terrace
• Four bedrooms, each with terrace access and open views
• Three bathrooms
• Two kitchenette areas
• Two storage rooms
• Hallways and service areas
• Panoramic terrace on three sides, with open views of Castello Colonna, the historic village and the valley
• Independent heating with radiators

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 layout is already functional, yet lends itself to potential reconfiguration, including redistribution of spaces or partial subdivision.

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 panoramic terrace of about 90 sqm is the highlight of the residence: it runs along three sides, ensuring light, privacy and a unique view over Castello Colonna, the medieval village and the surrounding valley.

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. 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 lower floor, a second villa residence of approximately 100 sqm is also available. It may be purchased separately or together with this unit, for a total of about 340 sqm plus terraces and courtyard. 

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