The Secret Heritage of the Vicentine Hills
Suspended between the majesty of Mount Berico and the Valley of Silence, the Vicenza hillside is a true sanctuary of history, art, and European elite.
Guardian of an architectural heritage bearing the Palladian mark, this area offers a rare blend: strategic proximity to major cultural hubs alongside absolute privacy, making it a top-tier gem in the luxury real estate market.
To breathe the atmosphere of these places is to rediscover the very roots of great Italian literature. It was precisely here that Antonio Fogazzaro chose to spend his summers, finding inspiration for masterpieces such as The Little World of the Past (Piccolo Mondo Antico) and Daniele Cortis. A tradition of patronage and cultural breadth preserved over time by his descendants, the Counts Ceschi a Santa Croce, who in the post-WWII era continued to make this estate a touchstone for high society.
It is no surprise, then, that over the decades, the complete privacy and breathtaking beauty of the landscape have captivated figures of international charm: from the genius of Salvador Dalí to the elegance of Rudolf Nureyev, extending to Prince Michael of Kent, photographer Cecil Beaton, and masters of auteur cinema. An illustrious presence that confirms, yesterday as today, the priceless value of a location designed for those seeking absolute excellence.
Prestigious Villa with Panoramic View, Pool, and Grounds Between Venice and Lake Garda
€ 3.550.000 // Vicenza, Italy // IB 760 // 780 sq m interior surface // 6 4000 sq m land // 8 bedrooms // 8 bathrooms
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