There is a particular kind of rarity that no budget alone can manufacture: the convergence of genuine architectural heritage, an unobstructed seafront position, and the quiet confidence of a residence that requires absolutely nothing of its next owner. This Liberty villa on the Roman Riviera is precisely that. Born in the 1920s at the height of Italy’s Belle Époque infatuation, and returned to full operational excellence through a rigorous recent restoration, it stands today as one of the most complete and considered addresses on the Tyrrhenian coast — a place where history is lived in, not merely admired.
For the internationally mobile buyer — whether based in North America, the Gulf, or Northern Europe — this estate answers a question that the Italian market rarely resolves cleanly: how to own a piece of la dolce vita without sacrificing the connectivity, infrastructure, and operational ease that a demanding life requires. Here, those competing demands are not balanced; they are dissolved.

LOCATION & CONNECTIVITY
Santa Marinella occupies a privileged stretch of the Roman Riviera, a coastline defined by clear Tyrrhenian waters, Liberty-era architecture, and a social fabric that has long attracted Rome’s most discerning families. The town sits 60 km north-west of the capital — close enough to maintain a professional and cultural life in Rome, remote enough to belong entirely to the sea.
For the international resident, the logistics are exceptional. Rome Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) is approximately 53 km away, typically 40 minutes by road — a direct connection to the global network. The estate is a 5-minute walk from Santa Marinella railway station, which offers a 50-minute direct train service to Roma Termini, from where Europe’s high-speed rail network is accessible. The marina, boutique dining, and the daily market are within walking distance. This is a location that functions as a genuine base, not a seasonal retreat.

THE VILLA
The villa presents 290 m² / 3,122 sq ft of interior space across three levels, plus a fully independent 49 m² / 527 sq ft annex situated within the grounds. The overall plot extends to approximately 500 m² / 5,382 sq ft, incorporating manicured gardens, multi-level terraces, and a private covered garage.
The architecture is quintessential Roman Liberty: symmetrical facades, ornate ironwork balustrades, arched loggias, and the proportional generosity of an era that built for living well. The recent restoration — structural, hydraulic, electrical, and decorative — maintained every significant original element while integrating the systems infrastructure of a contemporary residence. The result is a home that reads as authentically historic and performs as reliably modern.
Ceilings throughout the principal rooms exceed 3 meters, amplifying the sense of volume and light. Original terracotta floors have been preserved and restored. Every principal room is oriented toward the sea, ensuring that the 180° Mediterranean panorama is not a feature of the view from one terrace, but the constant backdrop to daily life.

INTERIORS
The ground floor is anchored by a generous reception room with an original marble fireplace, flowing naturally into a bespoke eat-in kitchen — the centerpiece of the home’s entertaining proposition. Commissioned from local artisans and detailed with hand-painted Positano ceramic tiles, copper sinks, and custom hardwood joinery, the kitchen is equipped with Miele and LG premium appliances and a 172-bottle wine cooling rack. It is a room designed for the pleasure of Italian hospitality at its most genuine.
The sleeping quarters — distributed across the first and second floors — comprise five bedrooms, all climate-controlled, some with sea-view, accompanied by four fully renovated bathrooms finished in premium stone. The upper level opens onto a large terrace that commands the most expansive views on the property, a space equally suited to morning coffee and late-evening entertaining.
The independent annex, accessed privately from within the grounds, provides a self-contained sixth bedroom suite with its own bathroom and kitchenette. Its versatility is self-evident: live-in staff accommodation, a long-stay guest suite, or a secluded home office with a degree of separation that an open-plan main house cannot offer.

EXTERIOR & GARDENS
The exterior envelope was designed — and has been continuously refined — for the serious alfresco life. White-washed architectural elements frame the sea on multiple axes. The 500 m² / 5,382 sq ft of grounds incorporate terraces at several levels, each with a distinct function: al fresco dining under electric pergolas and awnings installed in 2023–24, a shaded lounge area, and an automated irrigated garden with outdoor showers. The visual language is Mediterranean without affectation — closer to a Cycladic island estate than the over-furnished terraces common to coastal Italian properties.
Privacy is structural rather than planted. The estate’s walls and level changes create natural enclosure, while the garden’s mature planting adds texture without reliance on any single seasonal element.

TECHNICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
The recent restoration addressed every system in the property. The climate infrastructure comprises a hybrid system combining traditional radiators with seven independent air-conditioning units, providing zoned control across all principal spaces. The water system was overhauled with an anti-limescale pump (2023) and a pressure reserve unit installed in early 2026. The boiler was fully serviced in January 2026.
Security is provided by a 9-camera Arlo monitored circuit covering the full perimeter. High-speed fibre optic internet is installed throughout. The private covered garage (Cat. C/6) accommodates one vehicle with direct access from the grounds. The estate carries an EPC rating of Class C.
No renovation, adaptation, or investment is required. The estate is presented in full operational condition, with furnishings available subject to separate negotiation.

KEY FACTS

• Location: Santa Marinella, Roman Riviera, Lazio, Italy
• Style & Period: Liberty Villa, 1920s — Restored 2021-2023
• Interior Area: 290 m² / 3,122 sq ft (Villa) + 49 m² / 527 sq ft (Annex)
• External Area:Approx. 500 m² / 5,382 sq ft
• Bedrooms: 5+1 (all climate-controlled)
• Bathrooms: 4+1 (fully renovated)
• Garage: Private covered garage
• Climate:Hybrid radiators + 7 independent AC units
• Security: 9-camera Arlo monitored system
• Connectivity: High-speed fibre optic
• EPC Rating: Class C
• Condition: Turnkey — no renovation required
• Rail Access: 5-min walk to station — 50 min to Rome Termini
• Air Access: ~40 min to Fiumicino FCO