Relax at our gorgeous 7 bedroom villa on the hill above Vicenza, within easy reach of Venice. There is plenty to see and do in the local area: your immediate neighbour is the famous Villa Valmarana whose internal walls are adorned with the magnificent Tiepolo frescoes, and all around are some of the most important Villas in the world.
Vicenza itself is a treasure trove of art and architecture, first of all the buildings of Andrea Palladio the renowned Renaissance architect.
You will be able to get to Venice very easily but may find it difficult to pries yourself from this wonderful place. Situated in the vicinity of the Villa La Rotonda of Palladio, Villa San Bastiano overlooks the 'Valley of Silence' that inspired the famous Italian writer Antonio Fogazzaro who made 'San Bastiano' his home.
Painters such as Giorgione, and Gianbattista and Giandomenico Tiepolo whose masterpiece frescoes adorn the "Villa Valmarana ai Nani" literally next door, also drew inspiration from the beauty of the area.
The Villa was bombed during World War II and was re-built by the descendants of the Fogazzaro family who still own the property. It is now a most charming home and has been a favourite destination for many distinguished guests throughout its life.
On the outside there is a beautiful terrace facing the Valletta del Silenzio, where one can enjoy the golden aura of the Venetian sunsets amidst ancient cypresses, cedars, pines and the most beautifully scented osmanthus bushes, and roses, geraniums, lilies which fill the well tended garden with colour: you will feel rested in this peaceful oasis of relaxation.
Many of our previous family guests have been enchanted by the house, its gardens and the sense of peace found here. They famously include the painter Salvador Dalí, actors Jack Palance and Albert Finney, Cecil Beaton, Dame Margot Fonteyn, Carla Fracci, the Maharaja of Kapurtala, Victor Gauntlett co-owner of Aston Martin with Prince Michael of Kent, who stayed overnight during the 1987 re-edition of the 'Mille Miglia' car race. They all enjoyed sitting on the terrace in front of the house sipping cocktails and basking in the golden light of a Venetian sunset.
The swimming pool next to the house overlooks the Villa Valmarana and one is constantly reminded, even during the most informal leisure activities, of the history, art and culture of the surrounding area. There is a changing room with fridge, shower and lounge chairs for soaking the summer sunshine.
The gate to the property is remotely activated and security cameras abound within the garden and the perimeter of the villa.
As a self-catering villa, you'll find everything you need for a perfect stay.
The kitchen has a fridge, a large hob and oven, a kettle, a freezer and a microwave.
The villa is a perfect place to relax and offers a television, internet access, air conditioning in most rooms and communal areas, gorgeous garden and the views are mesmerizing.
At Villa San Bastiano we apply the most stringent safety measures, aimed at making the property totally Covid free so that you can make sure your holiday will be rewarding and safe.
This villa has 7 bedrooms and can comfortably sleep 12. Four are en-suite
There are 6 bathrooms.
Linen and towels are all included to make your stay more enjoyable.
House Rules:
Please note: the villa is not suited to groups intending to hold parties, gatherings or events of any sort, other than family holidays and we reserve the right to refuse booking from groups whose composition and intentions we feel would not be suited to the character of the house and the welcoming spirit that we like to provide to our guests.
- Check-in time is 4pm and check-out is 10am.
- Smoking is not allowed.
- There are on-site parking facilities available at the property.
- Pets are allowed at the property by prior arrangement with the owners.
SOME OF OUR RECENT REVIEWS:
"Touch of class"
Posted by Stephen on 26/09/2023
Our second stay and definitely will not be our last. Set in beautiful grounds, the villa is a touch of class. Spacious, immaculately clean, comfortable and beautifully decorated.
Anna our local host made us feel most welcome. The arrival grocery shop complete with local wine together with the catering and housekeeping services and local restaurant recommendations made our stay perfect.
Not sure about writing a view as I want to keep this as our best kept secret.
"Experience 10/10"
Posted by Joel on 23/08/2023
I've stayed in my fair share of short term luxury rentals. It's difficult to say which is *the best*, but Villa Ai Colli Berici is definitely a contender. The entire experience is a 10/10. Anna, the local liaison couldn't do enough. The premises, pool, and garden are maintained to perfection. (Cleaning lady, pool man, and gardener, and handy man all made their unobtrusive appearances during the week while we were there.) The house is equipped with everything one could ask for and it is eminently liveable and comfortable. The view is spectacular, and all the outdoor and indoor eating areas and living spaces make you want to stay at home rather than go out touring or eating in restaurants. If you're looking for an Italian Villa in Northern Italy, away from the crowds, even in August, look no further. I cannot recommend this place highly enough.
"Will definitely return. Wonderful"
Posted by Sabrina on 15/08/2023
Our time at the villa was wonderful. There is everything you need for needs a successful vacation. Anna and Lucia were always a great help and gave us information about the area, restaurants, etc.
We will definitely return!!!
A special wonderful place
Posted by Katharina on 09/08/2023
Great house, beautiful quiet garden and pool, great view. You felt completely comfortable and everything was well organized. Contact person on site was accessible throughout and helped with all questions! A very special wonderful place that will stay with us forever!
"Perfect place"
Posted by Merlijn on 10/07/2023
It was an amazing stay at Villa Ai Colli Berici! The city, Vicenza, was walkable and very nice. Anna can give you very good tips for local restaurants or wine tastings (definitely a must do). The view, the pool and the diner table were more than beautiful! It's a perfect place to visit with family or a group of friends. A week we will remember forever. Side note: there is a lift for the food in the kitchen (we found that very cool).
"Wonderful vacation"
Posted by Adina on 09/07/2023
We had a wonderful vacation at Villa Ai Colli Berici. The house and the garden are beautiful and very comfortable. The history of the house and its family are outstanding. Anna and Lucia have been really helpful. Thank you for everything!
"Comfort, history, gorgeous views and peace"
Posted by Karen on 13/06/2023
This is a beautiful gracious villa with tons of space. If you are looking for new and modern this property isn't for you, but if you are looking for comfort, history, gorgeous views and peace, this is the spot. Anna was amazing, making sure we got settled in and helping us replace the flat tire we had on the way. We enjoyed exploring Vicenza, Padua, Verona and Soave while we were there, ending everyday in the pool with prosecco. Who could ask for more. It was super hot while we were there but the pool was wonderful after a day of walking in the heat and the AC kept us comfortable at night. We will definitely come back if we travel with the family to this area again.
