Designer Estate With Terraces And Panoramic Garden In Capri

In the heart of the island of Capri, in a privileged position dominating both the Gulf of Naples and Marina Piccola, lies an iconic estate where the charm of the past blends with the present and continues to live enchantingly. The entire main floor of the villa is now for sale, offering an internal surface area of 230 sqm and external spaces for 250 sqm, including a 150-sqm garden, where a swimming pool can also be created, and a magnificent 100-sqm panoramic terrace. The rooms, currently divided into two apartments, can easily be combined into a single unit, still retaining that original character as a refuge for artists and intellectuals who have found inspiration within these walls over the decades.

Immersed in the lush nature of the island, this property is centrally located, just a 10-minute walk from the famous Piazzetta and a 15-minute walk from Marina Piccola, on the slope overlooking Monte Solaro, where falcons nest. The residence is surrounded by hectares of pine forest, leading to the charming ‘Passatiello’ path, popular with hikers for its views. Here, the green of the olive trees and the scent of lemons mingle with the deep blue of the sea, creating a multi-sensory scenario of extraordinary beauty.

Built between 1898 and 1903, Villa Quattro Venti is the result of the vision of the American symbolist painter Elihu Vedder, famous for his illustrations of the Rubáiyát by the Persian poet Omar Khayyám. The artist, together with the Capri masters Luigi and Giovanni Desiderio known as the ‘Marzanielli’, built this villa in an oriental style, inspired by the energy of the four cardinal points: north, south, east and west. The building stands out for its refined interior decorations with geometric motifs and references to Persian art, with interlaced arches and stained glass windows. To understand the value of the architectural work, it is enough to know that the original drawings of the time, which testify to every detail of the construction, are preserved in Washington's Smithsonian Museum. The property was also a cultural circle, frequented by artists and writers including D.H. Lawrence, who completed Etruscan Places here, finding inspiration in Capri's sunsets. In the 1980s, the villa also welcomed Joseph Beuys, who created the famous Capri Batterie and the Scala Napoletana here, leaving an indelible mark on the history of contemporary art. He was joined by the likes of Andy Warhol, a guest of the villa thanks to gallery owner Lucio Amelio, who helped turn this place into a landmark for the international art scene. Other illustrious guests include Cy Twombly, Luigi Ontani and Sandro Chia, all of whom shared an attraction for the magic of this corner of Capri.

This estate for sale is divided into two adjoining apartments, which can easily be combined according to the needs and wishes of the owners. The first apartment offers a spacious living room with a fireplace and adjoining dining room, followed by a second room with a window overlooking the Castle and Marina Piccola, currently used as a kitchen but easily converted into an additional bedroom. To this are added two bathrooms and a large master suite which, like the living room, opens onto a patio from which to admire an enchanting view of Marina Piccola. The second apartment consists of a large living room with a fireplace, connected to a panoramic terrace overlooking the Gulf of Naples. From the living room, a large archway opens into the dining room with an open-plan kitchen, with its own window, and sofa area, also with a window. This room could be converted into a bedroom with a study, thus gaining additional sleeping accommodation, simply by retracting the kitchen flush with the arch, while maintaining a large dining area served by the second bathroom communicating with the garden and the living room. The sleeping area includes a large domed master bedroom, with very high ceilings, a large panoramic bathroom facing the Gulf and a sea-view balcony. In this unit there is the possibility of obtaining two further double bedrooms with bathroom, with direct access to the garden, thus bringing the main floor to 4-5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.

Outside, the property includes a lush 150-sqm garden, enriched by centuries-old olive trees and rare plants introduced by Vedder as a tribute to his travels to the Orient. In addition, here is the ideal space to install a swimming pool. The 100-sqm terrace offers a natural stage on the Gulf of Naples and Marina Piccola, perfect for al fresco dining and convivial moments. All around, a vast pine forest embraces the villa, offering privacy and a direct and intimate contact with nature.

This property for sale represents the most authentic soul of the island, a place where time is marked by the scent of citrus fruits and the sound of the sea. The charm of history, artistic memories and the beauty of nature intertwine, creating a timeless space. Here you experience the perfect balance between privacy and centrality: just a few minutes from the lively Piazzetta and a short distance from the crystal clear sea. This is a property for those who wish not only to purchase a home, but to become part of the history and the most authentic soul of Capri.