3 Bed Villa / Detached for sale
Rometta, Messina, Sicily, Italy
Full Description
In the heart of the historic village of Rometta, we offer for sale a charming period building known as "Villa Moeller," dating back to the 1800s (18th century).
This is a private English-style villa on Via Vittorio Emanuele II, spread over multiple levels and surrounded by a spacious garden. The property has been declared of "Particularly Important Historical and Architectural Interest" and boasts a distinguished past.
It was once the residence of Giuseppe Bosurgi and his wife, Eleonora Moeller, the daughter of an English merchant of German origin. Bosurgi, born in 1821 and passed away in 1902, founded a prominent silk manufacturing business in 1857. The couple had no children, making the history of the villa particularly unique and fascinating. Eleonora Moeller was born on April 17, 1837, and died on April 2, 1903.
The property spans three levels, with a total surface area of approximately 417 square meters.
Basement level: Originally used for silk production, it now serves as a storage space. This area is accessible not only from inside the villa but also via a convenient independent entrance located on the opposite side of the street, offering direct and private access.
Ground floor: Slightly elevated above street level, it is accessed via a beautiful semicircular stone staircase, a rare architectural feature that highlights the historic value of the property.
Upon entry, a spacious hall preserves its original style-stepping inside feels like stepping back in time. The atmosphere is authentic, rich in history, with a traditional wood-burning fireplace and two bedrooms that remain untouched, just as they were in the past.
Continuing on the same floor, one reaches the renovated section of the property, which includes a large living room with an iron staircase leading to the upper floor, a fully equipped kitchen, and a bathroom. At the rear, a door opens to a generous private garden.
Second floor: Features an additional bedroom with a veranda overlooking the street, offering panoramic views of the Peloritani Mountains.
From the garden, there's also access to the cellar, which still contains an old water well and beautifully preserved vaulted ceilings.
The garden is home to various fruit trees, decorative pots, and historically and artistically valuable sculptures.
Prime Location:
free parking for easy access in the square right in front of the property
Surrounded by essential services including bars, a bakery, a pharmacy, a supermarket, restaurants, a post office, a town hall, and a gas station
Just 15-20 minutes by car to one of Sicily's most famous beaches
Well-connected with convenient access to the highway and railway station for travel across the island
This property is a true architectural gem, one of a kind, distinguished by its cultural, historical, and artistic significance. A rare opport
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