An Art Nouveau Icon In The Heart Of The Gulf Of Portofino

In the heart of the Gulf of Portofino stands Villa Tawasentha, a magnificent historic residence and an icon of Ligurian Art Nouveau architecture.

Upon entering, you are welcomed by a grand entrance hall with a coffered ceiling, graced by an exquisite self-supporting marble staircase. This impressive introduction sets the tone for an exceptional property extending over 1,100 sqm.
The main residence features interiors of rare sophistication: two elegant reception rooms with high, decorated ceilings, two spacious dining rooms, a romantic tea room and a private study with panoramic views. The sleeping accommodation currently comprises eight bedrooms, with scope to increase this to eleven, including three exclusive suites with en-suite bathrooms, complemented by three additional bathrooms.
The layout also includes three fully equipped kitchens, two laundry rooms and a large cellar, ideal for storing fine vintage wines and spirits. An independent guest house, comprising a living room with kitchen, a bedroom and a bathroom, completes the accommodation.

Magnificent terraces and inviting loggias extend over 400 sqm, offering unforgettable views. The villa is set within 2,500 sqm of mature parkland, enhanced by majestic trees. There is also the opportunity to create a spectacular infinity pool overlooking the sea. Two spacious, easily accessible garages complete the property.
Positioned on a ridge sheltered from cold winds and bathed in sunshine from dawn to dusk, the villa enjoys an enviable microclimate, with cool summers and mild winters. Its location is ideally placed: just three minutes from the marina, five minutes from the prestigious golf club and the charming seafront promenade of Santa Margherita Ligure, and ten minutes from the exclusive bay of Portofino.

The panorama sweeps across the entire gulf, from the iconic Cinque Terre to the Portofino headland. Through the villa’s 37 windows, mesmerising glimpses of the sea become a private collection of natural masterpieces for its fortunate owner.
A meticulous four-year conservation-led restoration preserved all the original architectural features, seamlessly integrating them with the latest technology to create a residence of exceptional elegance, distinction and exclusivity.
Built at the turn of the twentieth century, during the golden age when the Gulf of Portofino became a favoured destination for European nobility and international travellers, the villa is a classic example of an elegant Belle Époque residence in the eclectic style.

Affectionately known to local residents as “Tawa”, the villa appears in historic postcards dating back to 1916. Its name was inspired by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s celebrated nineteenth-century poem, “The Song of Hiawatha”: a tribute to a place of profound peace and extraordinary beauty, which has itself become an integral part of the magnificent Ligurian landscape