Prestigious 17th-century Palace For Sale In The City Of Palladio

In the historic centre of Vicenza, a true jewel of a city, this prestigious 17th-century palazzo with elegant neoclassical architecture is for sale opposite the ancient Ponte degli Angeli, straddling the Bacchiglione river.

Further back, in the adjoining streets, the old part of the city now teems with small artisan shops, historic cafés and bars, traditional restaurants and, again, palaces and historic buildings that offer a dynamic and authentic insight into Vicenza life. Famous for its Renaissance architecture and also known as the ‘City of Palladio’ for being the birthplace of Andrea Palladio, an architect known for his influential works, Vicenza is one of the most renowned and fascinating cities in the Veneto region. The historic centre, a Unesco World Heritage Site, is characterised by picturesque streets, beautiful squares and fascinating architecture, such as the Basilica Palladiana and the Teatro Olimpico, the oldest covered theatre of modern times.

Just a stone's throw from the Teatro Olimpico and the Palazzo Chiericat, the building for sale represents one of Vicenza's most important residential buildings, complete with a terrace, panoramic rooftop, indoor swimming pool, lift to the floors, double garage and an advanced security system.

A splendid example of neoclassical architecture with a strong Palladian inspiration, evident first and foremost in the masterly proportion of the architectural and decorative elements that characterise the imposing main façade, the palace has recently undergone a complete restoration by a major architectural firm. Here, its original function as a noble private residence has been restored according to a modern and functional interpretation of luxury living.

Internally, one thousand square metres of charm and comfort are developed on four levels, conveniently served also by a newly installed lift. All the furnishings have been made to measure, designed to give even greater prominence to the marvellously restored original period finishes, including 17th century stone cornices, frescoes and decorated beams, boiserie with concealed storages. Materials such as bisazza and teak enhance the pool area and terraces, while the latest technological comforts include electric blinds, home automation, climate, video surveillance and piped music.

There is no shortage of splendid outdoor spaces for relaxing in the open air even in the city, including a large loggia with a big winter garden equipped as a small green corner overlooking the indoor swimming pool area on the ground floor. The pool is oxygen-filled and boasts counter-current swimming technology.

The entrance to the building is from the private courtyard or directly from the large automated garage and opens onto the atrium with a service bathroom and cellar below. On the main floor, two marvellous halls have been restored in all their beauty, communicating with a study and with access to a balcony with a classic columned parapet, an eat-in kitchen, a spacious dining room connected to the outdoor terrace and a bathroom with a cloakroom. On the upper floor, we find the sleeping area with a master bedroom with a big private bathroom, dressing room and wardrobe communicating with a cinema room. A second master bedroom with terrace, bathroom and closet complete the floor. On the top attic floor is a large fitness room equipped with a spa complete with a sauna and a Turkish bath, as well as a bathroom. Given the size of the attic space, a further independent room can be comfortably obtained next to a professional ironing room with bathroom and existing laundry room. From here it is possible to reach via an internal staircase the exceptional roof terrace, perfectly equipped with a barbecue corner, from which it is possible to admire the skyline of the city of Vicenza and its iconic monuments, as far as Monte Berico. An independent two-room flat, ideal for receiving guests or accommodating staff, is located on the mezzanine floor, currently used as a studio with a TV room, a bathroom and a spacious pergola terrace with a barbecue.

This prestigious 18th-century palazzo for sale in Vicenza's historic centre is an extraordinary opportunity for those who wish to own a charming historical property in the city centre without renouncing the great benefits of a full-featured modern home, with all services at their fingertips and just a few kilometres from the most renowned locations in the Veneto region such as Verona, Venice and Lake Garda.