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Set amidst a lush arboretum, the 18th-century Villa Schwarzenbach is the ultimate destination. The enchanting Alpine peaks and the smooth surface of the mountain lakes invite you to forget the hustle and bustle of the rest of the world. The stately property with a private pond, illuminated fountain and drawbridge has been transformed into a luxury villa with select amenities and is located near the picturesque Wolfgangsee, just a 40-minute drive from Salzburg. The villa is unique because it is located in close proximity to Lake Wolfgang, one of the most beautiful lakes in Austria and most popular with tourists and locals. A plot of land on Lake Wolfgang is also included in the price of the Schwarzenbach villa, which further increases the attractiveness of the property. The main features of Villa Schwarzenbach: Total area: 98,468 m² Building area: 953 m² 5 floors 13 rooms 5 bedrooms A terrace with 73 m² area and 2 winter gardens Dining room with wood and marble paneling Kitchen with high-quality appliances from La Cornue Wellness center with 230 m² sauna Hammam Mirrored room for Pilates/yoga and dance courses Indoor swimming pool Imposing wine cellar Own bowling alley Billiards room Library Individual salons for men and women Separate house for housemaids and security guards Covered garage with 4 parking spaces Street parking About Villa Schwarzenbach Villa Schwarzenbach combines classic elements with modern furniture and details to create a harmonious and harmonious whole. To create a unique style, an ensemble of ancient motifs and modern technology is used as a juxtaposition of past and present. The result is a perfect combination of marble and wood in a vintage design that revives the spirit of bygone eras. The luxurious Schwarzenbach property has 13 rooms, including 5 bedrooms, all located on the second floor of the residence. However, the villa owner can benefit from an extensive range of customized amenities that match the quality of a luxury boutique hotel. These are listed below: A dining room with a unique parquet floor, stucco ceilings and wood-finished walls, located on the first floor. The dining room also houses a kitchen equipped with top-of-the-line appliances from La Cornue, a leading French brand known for its high-quality, perfectly crafted design. The residence is equipped with stylish elevators on every floor. On the ground floor there is a wine cellar with a traditional stone cladding found in the cellars of Italy, Spain and France. The wine cellar also houses a unique collection of antique swords. own bowling alley wellness center. The 230 m² wellness area includes a hammam pool, a mirror room for Pilates, dance and yoga classes, showers and a sauna with relaxation room. Not to forget an 85 m² indoor swimming pool lined with Italian glass mosaic stones. Billiard room with panoramic windows. Library that can also be used as a spacious office. Terrace with 2 wonderful winter gardens to the right and left of the entrance to Villa Schwarzenbach. Women's and men's salons. These are 2 separate reception rooms reflecting the character and status of the owner. Due to its enormous size, the nearby excellent infrastructure and the extensive selection of high-quality entertainment and leisure facilities, Villa Schwarzenbach can be purchased not only as a private residence, but also as an investment property. For example, the property can be converted into a luxury boutique hotel or rented out for all kinds of events such as social receptions, festivals, weddings, soirées and much more. Click here for the video of Gut Schwarzenbach Property Villa Schwarzenbach is surrounded by an almost 90,000 square meter arboretum that is home to many rare trees, most of them from the coniferous kingdom. There are impressive sculptures throughout the property that blend harmoniously into the natural landscape. One of the sculptures is a stone bench with an impressive historical background, as it was purchased by the great French emperor and military leader Napoleon I Bonaparte. History Villa Schwarzenbach dates back to 1706 and looks back on a rich history. Until 1930, the Schwarzenbach estate was home to the descendants of the German aristocrats Petrus and Judith von Goerschen, members of an old German noble family known since the 12th century. Until 2014, the villa was owned by Denes Festetics de Tolna, a member of the Festetics family, whose history dates back to 1566. The Festetics were a noble and wealthy family that came to Austria-Hungary from Croatia and became famous as patrons of art and science. It is also worth mentioning that the garage, swimming pool and tower were built between 1974 and 1989 by the talented architect Heinz Karbus. In the meantime, the current owner of the Schwarzenbach Villa has commissioned one of the leading construction companies in the Salzkammergut, the ZEBAU company, to renovate the property. The entire renovation was completed in 2020, with the contractors doing everything by hand to maintain the uniqueness of the property. Nearest travel destinations Villa Schwarzenbach is a 30 to 40 minute drive from the locations mentioned below: Salzburg, an ancient city in the northern foothills of the Alps on the German border, is the hometown of the great Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The city of Salzburg, built in the Baroque style, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is not only home to Austria's second largest airport, but also numerous museums, cathedrals, parks, boutiques and famous restaurants. St. Gilgen is a health resort at 542 m above sea level that offers water sports, fishing and hiking in summer and skiing and snowboarding in winter. The city is famous for its Baroque cathedrals and the fact that it is the home of Mozart's mother Anna Maria, as well as its museums of musical instruments and a unique doll museum. The town also has an alpine viewpoint (1,521 m) on the Schafberg, which can be reached with the unique Schafbergbahn and is the steepest in Austria (the railway has been in operation since 1893). With its healing mineral springs, Bad Ischl is the best thermal spa in Upper Austria. It is the largest and most popular health resort in Upper Austria, with unique mineral water and moorland. In Ischl you can also visit the tea house of Empress Elisabeth, the villa of the composer Franz Lehár and the summer residence of Emperor Franz Joseph. The Postalm on Lake Wolfgangsee is a ski area with 20 kilometers of slopes, 9 drag lifts and snowboard schools. Hallstatt is a place that is over 3,000 years old and is considered one of the most beautiful lakeside villages in the world. It was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997 and is visited by thousands of tourists every year to see the world's oldest salt mine and enjoy the views from the stunning Hallstatt Skywalk. The Zwölferhorn is a 1,493 m high mountain that offers a range of exciting activities such as skiing, paragliding, mountain hiking and mountain biking. The Zwölferhorn is also home to the famous cable car named after the mountain peak, which reaches a height of 908 meters in just 11 minutes and will delight you with its spectacular panoramic views. Villa Schwarzenbach is in close proximity to many of Austria's most beautiful lakes: Abersee Irrsee Nussensee Schwarzensee Mondsee Fuschlsee Ebensee Why you should choose Luxury Immobilien GmbH As part of the renowned real estate company Metropolitan Group, Luxury Immobilien GmbH is a recognized leader in the Austrian real estate market. Our real estate agents offer a comprehensive range of services related to the purchase and sale of real estate and guarantee transparency and success in every transaction. As licensed brokers for some of Austria's largest property developers, our portfolio includes a wide range of residential and commercial properties, from cozy apartments to luxury villas. Our specialists are very familiar with the Austrian legal system and will be happy to explain to you all the nuances of the legal side of the transaction. When you choose our team, you will receive the best quality and professional advice. Our agents offer a comprehensive range of services, from property acquisition and leasing to legal matters, investment strategies and mortgages. We guarantee transparency and a successful outcome for every transaction because we are very familiar with the current trends in the Austrian real estate sector. We are also experts in all the intricacies of the local legal system. Our team consists of licensed agents from some of the country's largest developers and our property portfolio includes a wide variety of properties - from cozy apartments to ultra-modern villas. If you choose our team, you will receive the best quality and professional advice! We would like to point out that there is a close economic relationship between the agent and the client. The agent acts as a double broker. To obtain further information about the property, a search request, an NDA and proof of creditworthiness are required. We would like to point out that there is a close family or economic relationship between the agent and the client. Infrastructure / Distances Health Doctor <3,500m Clinic <7,500m Pharmacy <3,500m Hospital <10,000m Children & Schools School <2,000m Kindergarten <2,000m Local supplies Supermarket <2,000m Bakery <2,000m Other Bank <2,000m ATM <2,000m Post <3,000m Police <2,000m Traffic Bus <500m Train Station <4,000m Details Distance as the crow flies / Source: OpenStreetMap Villa Schwarzenbach is located in the small town of St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut, in the famous lake region of the Salzkammergut. The area around St. Wolfgang has been very well known among European aristocrats since the 19th century. This picturesque place with its pure air and good water quality has been attracting visitors for 300 years. St. Wolfgang is often described as a fairytale town with cozy houses that are lavishly painted with frescoes. During the summer months, the town and its surroundings transform into a center for leisure activities such as tennis, golf and horse riding. But water sports such as diving, water skiing, windsurfing, swimming and fishing are also offered on the lake. All kinds of musical events such as operetta evenings, jazz festivals and classical concerts also take place regularly in St. Wolfgang. In winter, the best ski areas can be reached in just half an hour's drive from St. Wolfgang.
