Prestigious Villa With Panoramic View, Pool, And Grounds Between Venice And Lake Garda

This stunning villa of over 900 sq m (including 780 sq m of indoor floor area) sits in a privileged hillside location on the outskirts of Vicenza, overlooking the enchanting ”Valletta del Silenzio” (Valley of Silence)—a name given for the first time by its most illustrious original owner, the celebrated 19th-century Italian writer Antonio Fogazzaro, who created novels here such as Piccolo Mondo Moderno, Daniele Cortis, and other famous works.

This historic site was originally home to the residence of the noble Fogazzaro family, which was destroyed during World War II during the bombings of Vicenza in December 1943 and May 1944.

In 1952, the current owners—direct descendants of the Fogazzaro family—rebuilt the villa in its present Anglo-Saxon-inspired form, recreating the refined atmosphere and cultural elegance that once defined this extraordinary place.

The villa’s most precious asset is undoubtedly its location. From the terrace, one enjoys uninterrupted views over the ”Valletta del Silenzio,” a protected landscape that owes its famous name to Antonio Fogazzaro, who christened it while admiring its beauty from his residence. The valley remains one of the most prized natural areas in the Vicenza region: meadows, streams, woodlands, and the gentle slopes of the Berici Hills create a landscape of exceptional beauty and serenity, all just minutes from the city center.

Over the decades, the villa has continued to welcome an exclusive circle of guests and prominent figures from the worlds of art and culture—including Cecil Beaton, Joseph Losey, Salvador Dalí, and many others—drawn by its unique charm and timeless sophistication.

The property is also easy to manage thanks to a comprehensive renovation completed in 2013 and the installation of modern amenities, including a gourmet kitchen, study/office, air conditioning, a reinforced panic room, video surveillance, an alarm system, an automatic gate, a newly replaced roof, and updated heating and cooling systems.

The villa features ten bedrooms, eight of which are double rooms (five with en-suite bathrooms), and eight bathrooms in total. The master suite offers direct access to the swimming pool.
The elegant reception areas include a dining room and a spacious living room with a fireplace, adjacent to the entrance hall, both with direct access to the garden.
The outdoor area is highlighted by a swimming pool in a prime position, complete with a changing room, minibar, and outdoor shower; the pool area is fenced to ensure maximum safety.
The villa is surrounded by 27,285 sq m (approx. 2.7 hectares) of private land, comprising: 1,864 sq m of manicured garden, 2,833 sq m of vegetable garden, 1,516 sq m of woodland, and 21,072 sq m of arable fields. This extensive grounds guarantee privacy and tranquility while offering various potential uses, from farm-to-table agricultural production to new spaces for hospitality and leisure.

The property is currently run as a luxury holiday residence—a highly profitable business that enables the owners to keep it in pristine condition.
The sale can include the furnishings, subject to separate negotiation, should the buyer wish.

LOCATION

Thanks to its central position in the heart of the Veneto region, the property combines privacy with the convenience of a strategic base for reaching the region’s main cultural, scenic, and food-and-wine destinations.

Verona: Famous art city known for its Arena and opera season, the story of Romeo and Juliet, and the renowned wine routes of Valpolicella.

Venice: Accessible in under an hour, offering the unique charm of its canals, historic masterpieces, and world-class events such as the Biennale.

The Dolomites and Cortina d’Ampezzo: A premier destination for mountain and ski enthusiasts, ideal for a getaway among UNESCO World Heritage peaks.

Key Distances and Connections
Padua: ~38 km (approx. 30 minutes)
Bassano del Grappa: ~35 km (approx. 40 minutes)
Verona: ~58 km (approx. 45 minutes)
Venice: ~70 km (approx. 50 minutes)