Villa Mater Dei — Casbeno, Varese

In Casbeno, in one of the most secluded and scenic areas of Varese, we are offering for sale a prestigious historic residence set in a setting of absolute tranquillity and commanding views, with unobstructed vistas of the Monte Rosa range and Lake Varese. The location guarantees privacy whilst also providing convenient access to the town centre and key amenities.
The property, known as “Villa Mater Dei”, dates back to the early 20th century and is a significant example of residential architecture from that period.
Formerly used as a bourgeois residence and later as a religious building, it still retains spacious and stately rooms.
The main villa is spread over three above-ground levels plus a basement, covering a total area of approximately 3,800 m².
The interior spaces are organised around a large colonnaded atrium which is repeated on the main floors, with side corridors leading to the various rooms.
On the ground floor there are spacious halls, reception rooms and offices, whilst the upper floors contain numerous bedrooms, totalling around 15 rooms.
On the first floor, there is a chapel of approximately 100 m² with a double-height ceiling, an architectural feature of particular significance. The top floor houses further bedrooms, whilst the basement contains ancillary rooms, cellars, storage areas and the boiler room.
The property also includes a wing added in the 1960s, spread over four levels, and a two-storey rural-style outbuilding, requiring complete renovation.
The villa is complemented by balconies, terraces and a large private park of approximately 35,000 m² surrounding the entire complex. The absence of a lift in the main villa is offset by traditional vertical access routes, whilst the newer wing features more modern building services.
The construction features and dimensions make the property suitable for redevelopment and enhancement projects.
This villa is an ideal solution for those seeking a prestigious residence, for large families, or for those wishing to develop a hospitality or institutional project in a prestigious setting.
Perfect both as a high-end primary residence and as an investment, it offers spacious rooms, a unique panoramic location and a setting of great historical charm.