Piazzale Michelangelo
Historic Villa in Florence with Unrivaled City Views
Perched atop a hill overlooking the city of Florence, Villa Bonaparte is one of the most prestigious and iconic estates in the area. Dating back to the 15th century, this historic villa offers breathtaking panoramic views of Florence’s skyline, surrounding hills, and noble villas. Located just minutes from the city center, it is set within a magnificent private park with ancient trees and manicured gardens, creating a secluded oasis of peace and beauty.

The property has two main gated entrances for vehicles, as well as several pedestrian access points along the perimeter walls. Over the centuries, the estate has had several distinguished owners, including Russian, German, and American families, and has belonged to the same family since the 1980s. In the 1920s, renowned English architect Cecil Pinsent redesigned the gardens, adding ornamental ponds, fountains, statues, and terraces, as well as making some interior enhancements.

The estate includes the main villa, a caretaker’s house, a gardener’s house with adjacent greenhouse, and a beautifully preserved 19th-century orangerie with a rose garden in classic Italian style.

Main Villa (Approx. 1,290 sqm)
Spread over three floors plus a basement:
Ground Floor:
The main entrance opens to a spacious foyer leading into a grand central hall with an open staircase. Features include a lift, guest powder room, triple living room with garden access, a large sitting room with fireplace and access to the terrace, formal dining room with pantry, kitchen with stairs to the cellar, and the original rustic kitchen complete with an open fireplace and bread oven.

Basement/Cantinas:
The lower level houses the original well and cistern, plus three additional vaulted cellar rooms.

First Floor:
The landing opens to three en-suite bedrooms and a guest bathroom. The impressive master suite includes large dressing rooms, a luxurious pink marble bathroom, a corner bedroom with terrace offering views over the garden and Florence Cathedral, and a grand library with private balcony.

Second Floor:
Comprising three bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a mezzanine bedroom with private bath, and a tower room with seven windows offering 360-degree views of the gardens, park, and the city skyline.

The villa retains many original architectural features, including coffered ceilings, stone fireplaces, and several balconies.

Additional Buildings
Caretaker’s House (Approx. 390 sqm)
Located near the main entrance with parking area, this two-story residence includes four bedrooms and bathrooms on the upper floor, with a large living room, kitchen, study, two bathrooms, and main entrance on the ground floor.
The Orangerie (Approx. 120 sqm)
An elegant 19th-century structure facing a beautifully designed Italian rose garden with diamond-shaped hedges. The building could be converted into a luxurious indoor swimming pool or wellness center.

Gardener’s House:
Currently used for storage and gardening tools, it features four rooms on the ground floor and an adjacent greenhouse.

Romantic Tower (Torrino):
Nestled in the woods, this charming small tower still contains remnants of original frescoes.

Unrestored Tennis Court:
Located on the west side of the property.

Additional Features
Central Heating
Original Well and Water Supply
Alarm System
Lift
Small Swimming Pool
Vegetable Garden
Villa Bonaparte offers grand, light-filled interiors and vast landscaped grounds. While parts of the estate require modernisation and full restoration, its historic charm and potential make it ideal as a prestigious family residence with ample space for guests and staff.
Located within walking distance to Piazzale Michelangelo and the International School of Florence, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Florentine history in a truly extraordinary setting.