Villa Gioacchino – Mondello

• 16 Rooms

• 4 Bathroom

• 395 m²

• Split-level

Villa Gioacchino – Elegant and Characterful Independent Villa in Mondello, Palermo, with Private Pool, Large Garden, Garage, and Exceptional Renovation Potential

Villa Gioacchino is a significant and rare independent single-family home located on Via delle Nereidi, in one of the quietest, greenest, and most private residential areas of Mondello / Partanna Mondello, Palermo. Set back from heavy traffic in a peaceful and pleasant street with easy parking, this property offers an exceptional opportunity to create a bespoke, high-end residence just a short distance from the sea.

Spanning a total commercial area of approximately 444.77 sqm across three levels, the villa sits within a generous plot of roughly 854 sqm. It features expansive outdoor spaces, a large private swimming pool, a garage, terraces, and a recent 6 kW photovoltaic system. While the villa is currently inhabited and fully functional, it requires a comprehensive, total renovation of its systems, bathrooms, and finishes, making it the ideal project for a buyer seeking a blank canvas with incredible bones and character.

The Property

Approaching the property through the pedestrian gate, you are immediately enveloped in greenery, experiencing an instant sense of privacy and tranquility. The villa is entirely surrounded by well-tended lawns, planted beds, and Mediterranean foliage. To the left of the main entrance lies an impressive outdoor relaxation area featuring a large private swimming pool measuring approximately 12.15 x 4.40 meters, complete with a deep end exceeding 2.5 meters. Finished with traditional terracotta paving, the outdoor spaces lend themselves perfectly to the creation of sophisticated dining areas, sun decks, and shaded lounge corners.

The property also benefits from a separate vehicular access ramp leading to the basement level—currently used in part as a lower-tier apartment—which can easily be restored to its original function as a spacious garage.

Upon entering the ground floor, you are welcomed by an exceptionally grand formal living room—a reception space of rare proportions and atmosphere. Featuring a magnificent corner sofa arrangement, armchairs, a classic fireplace, gas central heating, and air conditioning, this room evokes the sophisticated 1950s and 1960s architectural pedigree of the home, complete with bespoke wood detailing and refined finishes. Rather than feeling dated, the space presents a rare opportunity for a visionary contemporary architectural reimagining.

Also on the ground floor is a traditional vintage kitchen with steel elements and period tiling, which opens directly onto a convenient service garden. A guest bathroom featuring striking red period tiles and a secondary intimate TV lounge complete this level.

A sweeping solid hardwood staircase leads to the first floor sleeping quarters. To the left, the expansive master suite boasts a private balcony, a terrace, and a generous walk-in dressing room. The balcony offers a charming view over the greenery of Mondello toward the iconic silhouette of Monte Pellegrino, combining absolute privacy with classic Sicilian scenery. The en-suite master bathroom is exceptionally spacious, featuring double washbasins, a whirlpool bathtub, a shower, and a unique artisanal hammam zone—a striking feature with immense design potential. A second family bathroom with a bathtub and two additional large, luminous double bedrooms complete the upper level. Solid wood parquet flooring runs throughout, complemented by extensive built-in storage.

From the first floor, stairs lead up to a vast upper terrace offering panoramic views over the treetops, the pool, and Monte Pellegrino. This expansive roof space is ideally suited to become a spectacular rooftop lounge, solarium, or open-air dining terrace.

Surroundings

Via delle Nereidi enjoys a privileged position in Mondello, offering a serene, low-traffic environment while remaining exceptionally close to the crystal-clear waters of the coast and local amenities. Palermo’s vibrant city center is easily accessible, and Falcone Borsellino International Airport is within convenient driving distance, connecting you effortlessly to major European hubs.

It is important to emphasize that Villa Gioacchino is offered as a comprehensive renovation project. While currently lived-in and fully operational, the property requires a complete modernization of its MEP systems, bathrooms, window frames, and interior layouts.

This is not a turn-key modern villa, but rather an unrepeatable foundation for a high-end personal residence in Mondello, combining independence, grand scale, private gardens, a pool, and iconic mountain views into an extraordinary real estate opportunity.

Potential

The expansive basement level benefits from abundant natural light courtesy of large windows and glass doors. Currently configured with a laundry room, bedroom, bathroom, and a large living area, it serves ideally as an independent guest apartment. Alternatively, part of the level can be converted back into a secure multi-car garage via the vehicular ramp.

The exterior of the lower level features a built-in masonry barbecue area, terracotta paving, a pool technical room, and a dedicated storage warehouse.