Tuscany, Florence, Florence, Italy

Ref. FDP122 - Villa Bonaparte stands as one of Florence’s most majestic estates, offering unparalleled panoramic views of the city, its iconic monuments, surrounding hills, and neighboring villas. This historic villa, dating back to the 15th century, is perched atop a hill and enveloped by an ancient private park and exquisite gardens, creating a serene oasis just steps from the city center. The estate boasts two vehicular entrances and multiple pedestrian access points along its perimeter walls. Over the centuries, it has been owned by distinguished families from Russia, Germany, and America, remaining in the possession of the same family since the 1980s. Renowned architect Cecil Pinsent redesigned the gardens in the 1920s, introducing ponds, fountains, statues, and terraces, alongside select interior renovations. The property comprises the main villa, the caretaker’s house, the gardener’s residence with an adjacent greenhouse, and a splendid 19th-century Orangerie with its formal Italian rose garden.

Villa Description
Main Villa (Approx. 1,290 sqm)

Three Floors with Cellars Below:

Ground Floor: The main entrance opens to a grand foyer leading to a central living hall with an open staircase to the upper floors. Key features include an elevator, a guest bathroom, a triple living room with garden access, a large sitting room with fireplace and terrace access, dining room with pantry, kitchen with staircase leading to the cellars, and the original kitchen featuring an open hearth and bread oven.

Cellars: Contain the original ancient well, cistern, and three additional vaulted wine cellars.

First Floor: Landing opens to three bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a guest bathroom, and the master wing, which includes extensive dressing rooms, a pink marble bathroom, a corner bedroom with terrace overlooking the garden and the Duomo, plus an impressive library with balcony.

Second Floor: Comprises three bedrooms with bathrooms, a mezzanine bedroom with bathroom, and a tower room featuring seven windows that offer breathtaking 360° views of the gardens, park, and Florence.

The villa retains many original elements, including wood-beamed ceilings, stone fireplaces, and multiple balconies.

Additional Buildings

Caretaker’s House (Approx. 390 sqm): Located by the main entrance with parking, this two-story building includes four bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs, with a spacious entrance, living room, kitchen, study, and two bathrooms downstairs.

Orangerie (Approx. 120 sqm): An elegant structure overlooking a formal Italian rose garden with diamond-shaped hedges, suitable for conversion into a magnificent indoor swimming pool.

Gardener’s House: Currently used for garden equipment storage, includes four rooms on the ground floor and an adjacent greenhouse.

Little Tower: A romantic tower hidden in the woods, containing remnants of frescoes.

An unused tennis court is positioned on the estate’s western side. The villa features expansive, light-filled rooms and requires comprehensive modernization and restoration, making it ideal for a magnificent family home with accommodations for staff and guests. It is situated within walking distance of Piazzale Michelangelo and the International School of Florence.