Liguria, Imperia, Bordighera, Italy

Full of authentic character and charm, this lovely 6 bedroom period stone built villa, which was built at the end of 19th Century, has a spacious total living area of 450m2 and is set within lush mature gardens with a swimming pool and spectacular 180 degree views over the old town of Bordighera, the blue sea and the French Cote d'Azur.

Set out over 3 floors, which are connected by a wooden staircase and a lift, features include, on the ground floor: large welcoming entrance hall, large living room with access onto a panoramic terrace overlooking the sea and the historic village of Bordighera, studio with spectacular bay windows, TV room, bathroom and a utility room.

First floor: master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and beautiful terrace with amazing views, 2 further bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

Second floor: dining room facing onto the terrace and the garden, spacious equipped kitchen, bedroom, bathroom.

Surrounded by a terraced and beautifully landscaped garden of 2,500m2 with a large lawn area, olive grove, fruit terrace, palms and a swimming pool shaped like a heart.

There is also a dependance and a garage.

One of the original British villas, after WWII this charming period villa was home of the wife of Sir Hugo Cunfille-Owen (known as the Tobacco Man), founder director of the British-American Tobacco trust, who was one of the richest men in the UK during the last century.

Full of charm and authenticity, this lovely property is considered amongst the most beautiful and desired villas for sale in Bordighera and in the west Liguria.

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