Description
In the wonderful setting of the Apuan Alps and the famous Gulf of Poets, stands a unique property called Villa dell’Angelo, with a fascinating history and exclusive architectural features.
Surrounded by a splendid park of 17,500 sqm overlooking the delta of the river Magra and the marble quarries, the villa is located in Bocca di Magra.
The property, built at the end of the 19th century, was commissioned to an English architect by Bernardo Fabbricotti, a descendant of one of the most powerful families in Italy who dominated the world marble market between the 19th and 20th centuries. Bernardo’s son, who was destined for prestigious diplomatic posts at the Italian Embassy in St Petersburg, followed the wishes of his wife Helen Bianca Murray and decided to move to Bocca di Magra.
Badly damaged during Second World War bombings, it passed on to its present owners, who carried out extensive restoration work with dedication and commitment in 1970.
A splendid iron gate opens to the main entrance and to a driveway completely paved with porphyritic rock. The long avenue leads to the large private park, which features a forest and olive grove.
The Art Nouveau villa is surrounded by pine trees and immersed in the natural woodland climbing up the hill.
Adjacent to the villa, a building provides shelter during the winter season for a lemon house. It is possible to plan the construction of a swimming pool. At one end of the far-reaching lawn, in a beautiful loggia abounding with marble artefacts, lies a bronze copy of a famous sculpture by Pietro Tacca.
The estate is spread on two levels at the front, and four at the back, in addition to others in the basement.
The neo-Romantic and Renaissance style with delicate “floral” touches is featured in the painted frames of the turret as well as in the ornamental motifs of the framework.
A staircase connects the villa to a unique terrace overlooking the Apuan Alps, from which, on the finest days, one can admire the islands of Capraia and Gorgona.
The property is currently divided into two units.
The joint entrance showcases white Carrara marble columns, capitals, staircase and flooring, with bands of bardiglio, yellow Siena and Calacatta Apuan marble.
The most unique feature of the space is the Liberty skylight, crafted by the Chini brothers.
The first unit is characterised by an internal staircase made of prestigious pink marble, which connects all levels.
The layout also includes a cellar, various accessory rooms, a kitchen with a large dining area, three different living areas, four bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and wardrobes.
The staircase gives access, on the fifth floor, to a turret and a splendid loggia, majestic view over the sea and Alps and central light flowing through the white marble columns and capitals.
On the lower floor the property includes a cellar, laundry room, and basement. On the ground floor is the living area with kitchen, open plan living room, dining room, sitting room and terrace.
