A real piece of Valais history.
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Situated in the heart of the rocky Alps, on the lush Rhone plain, the village of Saxon has grown considerably in recent years and now boasts a population of almost 4,000. This popularity is due in particular to its privileged location, close to the major towns of the Valais, less than 20 minutes from Sion and 10 minutes from Martigny.
This mansion, known as "Villa Fama", was built in 1861 by the famous Joseph Fama when he moved to Saxon and took over management of the casino and baths. He revolutionized the village into a fashionable cosmopolitan place, transforming the casino into a luxurious establishment with a concert hall. Many famous people stayed at the villa, including the writer Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Victor Hugo and Garibaldi.
Villa Fama is ideally located just a few minutes' walk from the center of Saxon, all amenities and the freeway exit. Set on a 2,600 m² plot, the building comprises 22 rooms spread over 1,131 m² of living space. Spread over 3 levels, it offers an exceptional volume of 5,700 m³.
Splendid period architectural details have been preserved, making this a timeless residence. Ceilings over 3 meters high, magnificent parquet floors in excellent condition, fireplaces in almost every room, breathtaking Rococo-style rooms and an imposing staircase in Saillon marble, crowned by a glass dome.
Villa sold with full planning permission, all conceptual and technical studies (architect, engineers) and a ready-to-build renovation project.
The villa underwent several demolitions and asbestos removal to prepare it for sale. The plot was extensively deforested and several outbuildings were demolished in order to aerate it and create a new outdoor space. The project was monitored from the outset by the canton of Valais and an architect. It is possible to continue the work with the same architect, or to modify the project at the buyer's discretion.
Private foundation, museum, office, municipal building, multi-apartment building, hotel... this large house opens up a wide range of possibilities and offers significant potential.
