Octagonal 16th-century island for sale
In Venice's Lagoon, there is this octagonal private island for sale, very close to the Lido island, not far from one of the most prestigious golf courses in the area. This island is one of the five octagons of the Venetian Lagoon, built by the Republic of Venice against Turkish threats. The island was used by the army until the end of the WWII, when it was bought by private individuals. The octagon boasts a lush park that surrounds the island for over 2,000 sqm. The island has a single opening and features a 55-sqm, currently used as an outbuilding, a paved square with an old well, and the main house, which measures 400 sqm and houses eight large rectangular rooms and two triangular ones. On the roof, there is a splendid panoramic terrace of over 100 sqm offering spectacular views of the lagoon of Venice. This exclusive island, an ancient defensive fortification in front of the Lido, in a unique setting in the Venice area, is the dream home for those who want absolute privacy in a context of great historical value, conveniently close to the main services of Venice. Ref: 4444
