luxury house for sale Alba Iulia, Romania

Looking towards the street, an mansion like a copy of a dream palace proudly wears its slender straight tower while waiting for its new owner. With frames that seem to hold tall and elegant windows in their arms, the façade is very inviting through the open staircase looking towards the gate to welcome those who are interested, for example, in the recently opened baths in Ocna Mureș or those who have things to do in Alba, Cluj or Mureș, all the municipalities being less than an hour away (the Cluj-Sebeș highway is 10 km away, and the Transilvania highway 25 km away, while Cluj, Târgu Mureș and Sibiu airports are also close). The 16 rooms of the mansion lend themselves to being arranged as tourist accommodation in this locality with a history of but also the future of a spa resort with salt baths. With spacious rooms, tall windows, elegant double doors and a superb beautifully restored oak parquet the interior is permissive and generous. The central common area has a beautiful original stove and the atmosphere of a ballroom awaiting its dancers. The building has solid walls of solid brick and is equipped with three-phase electricity, water, natural gas, hydrophore, gas-fired boilers, treatment plant and septic tank; the sewerage is in the process of completion. There is also a wine cellar with a brick vault, cellars and outbuildings for storage plus parking spaces on 800 m2 of paved and lit yard. Firs trees, walnuts, hazelnuts, apples, pears, cork oaks, acacias, willows, a stream at the bottom of the garden and a small fish pond provide the natural setting for relaxation, and the swimming pool and the tennis court with night lights incites the spirit of friendly competition. The mansion was built by Romulus Triteanu, who remained in the big history as the first Romanian station master after 1918 in the Feldioara railway junction, today Războieni-Cetate, and in the small history as the cousin of that Lazar Triteanu, Orthodox bishop of Romanian, whose wife, Veturia, acclaimed soloist, the only Romanian translator accepted by Hitler in the relationship with Ion Antonescu and alleged spy, later became the wife of Octavian Goga. Restored after 1998, the manor functioned as a 4-margaret guesthouse from 2008 until recently. Compartmentalization also allows use as a company headquarters, sports center, casino, cultural center, hunting lodge or private residence. Photo Florin Pepene

A unique ethnographic area in Romania is “Marginimea Sibiului” (the surroundings of Sibiu) with its picturesque lands at the west of Sibiu, stretches from the Sadului Valley to the Saliste River Valley, comprising 18 fairytale villages, including Orlat. This area represents without a doubt one of the strongest tourist brands in Romania and one of the most beautiful, picturesque and authentic traditional areas in Europe, receiving in the past the title of 'European Destination of Excellence' from the European Commission. The charm of the location is given by the spectacular landscapes, the villages seem frozen in time with customs and traditions preserved with sanctity to this day, with the old buildings and churches classified as historical monuments with their special charm, with local festivals and fairs but also with the traditional gastronomy now famous in the whole country and beyond. Orlat village fits perfectly in the typology of places, it was documented for the first time in 1319 as a border village of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire. There were the headquarters of the 1st Border Guard Regiment who was in charge of protecting the southern border of Transylvania with Tara Romanesca. This border was spread over several counties: Hunedoara, Alba, Sibiu and Brasov, as we know them today. Maria Theresa Manor is built on the site of one of the headquarters of the Border Guard Regiment, its history and the Habsburg resonance of the place being the ones that influenced the name given to this complex. On the one-hectare land and starting from the old building, here lies probably the most beautiful tourist complex of the area, and one of the most beautiful in Transylvania. The restaurants, event spaces, accommodation rooms, conference rooms, wine cellar, recreation areas with sauna, two swimming pools, tennis court and children's playgrounds, make Maria Theresa Manor in Orlat not only a tourist attraction for Romanians and foreigners everywhere, but also one of Sibiu residents’ favorite places to spend their free time. The property offers 16 double rooms (with double bed and children crib), 2 apartments with 3 and 5 bedrooms, two dining rooms, 1 lounge, Iosif wine cellar, a terrace with 150 seats and outdoor cooking space, two gazebos (one closed and one open), two swimming pools, sauna, tennis court, organic vegetable greenhouse, a 4-bedroom house, 2 beautifully refurbished rustic cottages, a fish pond, mini animal farm and a parking. A 'turnkey' complex built and refined for more than 7 years, being a functional business, having an impeccable reputation and an already known and established brand, Maria Theresa Manor is waiting with open doors for its owner to take it to the next level

This interwar building, design in Neo-Romanian style, is located in Sibiu, in the immediate vicinity of the 15th century medieval fortified enclosure. The ensemble is classified in the List of Historical Monuments in Romania by order no. 2030/2014 with code SB-II-a-B-21084, and includes: the main residence (SB-II-m-B-21084.01), the first annex (SB-II-m-B-21084.02) and the second annex (SB-II-m-B-21084.03). According to cartographic sources, around 1875 there was another building on the place of the current one. In 1909, the plot was owned by Henrik Baumann, in 1929 the ownership right was registered for Luiza and Friedrich Baumann. The inscription on the portico’s floor and on the façade indicates its year of construction as 1929, the project being signed by architect Alfred Cernea, as the concrete slab on the façade indicates. Most likely, the project was commissioned by Dr. Liviu Turcu. The present building is emblematic for its Neo-Romanian style. The characteristic features are: massive volumetry, highlighting the central body, loggia with short and thick columns, carved wooden structures inspired by the vernacular architecture, trilobed arches, openings with semi-circular closure and rich decorations with Oriental motifs. The central side of the façade is taller than the other parts, which is also highlighted at the roof. The central area of the ground floor contains a window with semi-circular closure, framed by two embedded Corinthian columns. The floor of the central part is the richest ornamented part of the façade, elevated by the balcony, supported on four massive consoles, decorated with arabesque panels. The loggia opens through three tall trilobate arcades. The façade surfaces around the arches are decorated in an exuberant style with spindles, flowers and arabesques. The main façade of the building offers a panoramic view of the entire garden, at the center of which is an ornamental pool. The access to the yard is made through an alley flanked by tall trees. Designed as an urban villa-style residence with a park around the central building, it initially hosted the Dr. Bolintineanu Sanatorium, and in November 1936 it became Dr. Antal's For Births and Female Diseases Clinic. The building was nationalized in 1948 with this function, soon becoming the headquarters of Sibiu General Sanitary Inspectorate, then a kindergarten, a function preserved until the 1990s. In 2000 the villa and the parcel were returned to the heir family. Today, the imposing building keeps almost intact its original design, projected by architect Cernea, with the valuable decorative elements of the façades. The two annexes were also preserved, realized in a unitary architectural design, the fence near the street along with the main gate, the alley lined by trees, the rampant, the staircase and the basin in front of the main building. Inside, valuable items have been preserved, such as decorative paintings of the ceiling and the original carpentry. Other main attractions add up to the exquisite architectural details, such as: the generous yard of over 5000 sqm and the proximity to The Big Square in Sibiu, located at only 200 m. An outstanding witness of the only national architecture program in Romania, located in a central area of Sibiu, this splendid interwar villa is silently and hopefully waiting for its new owner.

A ONE OF KIND PROPERTY FOR SALE – Private Property in UNESCO domain – Valley of the Kings in Hunedoara County, Sarmisegetusa Esales Property ID: es5553865 Property Location Numarul 60 Grădiștea de Munte 337329 Romania Property Details With its glorious natural scenery, excellent climate, welcoming culture and excellent standards of living, Romania is quickly gaining a reputation as one of the most desirable places across the world to live or visit. On offer here is a chance to make a smart financial investment in this magnificent part of the world. The property is located in Gradistea de Munte Romania, 5km from Sarmisegetusa Regia. The property (land and buildings) is 1564 sq meters/16,834.76 sq feet. The main building is 783 sq meters/8428.14 sq feet. The house has 10 rooms that can accommodate 29 people and each room has its own bathroom. The building has 2 offices, a separate bathroom with washing and drying machines, a living room, and a conference room that can accommodate 50 people. The building also has independent internet, TV, and external surveillance cameras. In the basement, there is a working kitchen and a cellar. There is an approved project for a restaurant, a commercial-style kitchen, and 8 extra rooms. This is for the second building on the property. This project has not been completed, but some materials have been purchased for the completion. All permits have been approved. It is a self-sustained property that has 2 water sources. The floor heating is done through heat pumps from the ground, and also as backup, there is a heater that works with wood pellets. Besides the main electrical line, as a backup, there is an industrial 29kw diesel generator. The generator can be fuelled by an onsite specialized fuel container with 3000 L of diesel. All the main sources have been used and tested through fall, winter, spring, and a few months of summer. Any required repairs have been made. Backup sources have also been used and tested. ABOUT THE AREA Located in Hunedoara, Romania, Gradistea de Munte is home to an impressive selection of attractions and experiences, making it well worth a visit. Experience the Transylvania of literature and cinema, complete with dungeons and torture chambers, on a visit to this city in western Romania. Enjoy Romania’s beautiful countryside and haunting legendary tales with a visit to Hunedoara. The city lies in the heart of Transylvania, a pleasant and inviting area of rolling hills, meandering rivers and tranquil old villages. The region is a very real place made famous as a setting for great horrors in stories of bloodsucking vampires and amazingly painful cruelties. While Hunedoara is in fact a peaceful modern town, local residents take pride in their place in legends and stories of infamy. One of the city’s highlights is the Hunedoara Castle, also known as Corvin or Hunyadi Castle. You may recognise it as the backdrop for several haunting movies. This castle was built and added to over several centuries, resulting in a multi-towered and somewhat forbidding appearance with a mix of Renaissance and Baroque architecture and a surrounding moat. Visit its dungeon and torture chamber. According to legend, one prisoner here, Vlad Tepes, the Prince of Wallachia, after being driven to insanity, became one of the century’s cruelest oppressors. Bram Stoker supposedly modelled his literary Count Dracula after this evil tyrant. Make a pilgrimage to the Prislop Monastery south of the city where the Romanian monk Arsenie Boca is buried. Many visitors bring flowers to the gravesite of this priest, beloved for his spiritual and anti-communist acts. Farther south see the Cetatea Colț or Colt Citadel. Hike up a hill to the ruins of this 14th-century castle that may have inspired Jules Verne’s novel The Carpathians’ Castle. Hunedoara offers attractions that are typical of modern Romania. Sample home-made meals of sausages, stuffed cabbage and boiled cornmeal and see festivals with colourful folk costumes. Travel to the town from Budapest or Bucharest in about 5 hours by car. Alternatively take the train or bus and enjoy the scenic ride through Transylvanian countryside. MAiN FEATURES: • 783m2 of living space • 1564m2 plot. • 10 Bedrooms • 11 Bathrooms • Private Parking • Private Garden • Stunning Views • Close to essential amenities like such as supermarkets and pharmacies • Close to many excellent bars and restaurants • Great base from which to discover other fantastic areas of Romania • Many excellent sports facilities, walking and cycling areas nearby • Rental Potential through Airbnb and Booking.com after renovation Contact us today to buy or sell property in Romania fast online

The castle was built during the 17th century by Gyulay Ferencz, an Austrian general, the only child of Hungarian nobleman Gyulay Ignacz. Ferencz built the mansion on the site of a smaller building. The general’s family ruled the town called Mintia, that was renamed Marosnemeti, a term derived from the Hungarian word nemet, that translates to German. Several descendants of the Gyulay family lived at the castle. Historical documents from 1806 state that the Mintia mansion was owned at that time by Gyulay Istvan, followed by Albert and K.R Gyulay. Countess Gyulay of Mintia, who married Ladislau Kuun of Osdola, later inherited the domain together with her brother, Ludovic. In 1848, the Gyulay family took refuge at Cluj and, after the revolution, Ludovic, Ladislau Kuun, his wife Constance, and their children, Irene and Geza, returned to Mintia. Ludovic was the last heir of the Gyulay family. He wrote over 100 journals about the mansion and about Mintia. All of them are preserved at the Cluj-Napoca history museum. Ludovic Gyulay modified the building in 1834, giving it the shape it has today. Ludovic Gyulay never got married and, therefore, never had any heirs. His fortune was inherited by his brother-in-law, Ladislau Kuun, followed by his son, Geza Kuun. Geza studied Hungarian and German literature at the Universities of Budapest and Gottingen, and was a member and vice president of the Budapest Academy of Sciences. He was part of Vienna’s elite social circles, and became friends with the famous composer Franz Liszt – one of the most prominent pianists of all time. It was then that he also met writer Elena Ghica – daughter of Mihai Ghica, niece of Grigore Ghica the 4th, and the first woman to have climbed the Mont Blanc peak, on June 1st 1860. After 1870, Geza Kunn settled at Mintia and married Vilma Kemeny, the daughter of baron Kemeny of Magyar-Gyeno Monosto. His presence here transformed the town into a gathering place for eminent representatives of the cultural and scientific scenes, which included V. Zakrzewski – professor at the Cracovia University, Al. Szilagyi – secretary of the Historical Society, baron Balazs Orban, A. Szecsen –Imperial Court marchal. The beauty of the mansion located on the bank of Mureș River was also admired by the president of the Archeological Society – Solyon Fekete, the director of the Deva History Museum – Teglas Gabor, and by scientist Samuel Brassay – regarded as Transylvania’s last polymath. The immense library of the Mintia Castle and the salon, decorated with family portraits and precious objects, were visited by prefect George Pogany, subprefect Coloman Barcsay, count Coloman Esterhazy – director of the Transylvania Museum, by Otto von Keller – professor at the University of Prague, Zsolt Beothy – professor at the Budapest University, and by Norwegian scientist Conrad Nielsen. Baron Miklos Josika also traveled from Brănişca to Mintia, either on foot, by car, or on horseback. He also traveled by boat on Mureş River in order to admire the park that surrounded the castle. The rare species of plants and trees that embellished the park were mesmerizing. Count Kuun named the trees after the most important Hungarian writers, many of whom had been his friends. One of the trees, for example, bore the name of Attila, in the memory of Attila Gerando. Amid the rose bushes, the visitor could also discover numerous honorary or mortuary shrines. Geza Kuun died in 1905, on April 10th, and was entombed at Cluj. Legend has it that, although the body of count Geza was inhumed at Cluj, his heart was buried in the cemetery of the Mintia Reformed Church, alongside other members of his family and former owners of the castle. The Mintia domain, that comprises the castle and the park, is classed as a historical monument of national and universal importance, class A.

Holiday house on the hill Brad, Hunedoara With the forest at the back, the property has a special charm to which the location on a hill contributes greatly- the view towards the small town of Brad in the valley is stunning both in late summer, when the meadows are strewn with haystacks, and in winter, when the snow covers the houses, the fields, and forests. The architecture is typical of the mountain with the solid, stone-hewn ground floor and wooden balconies with cheerful geraniums hanging from the railings. The interior also respects the convention of mountain interior design having the walls clad in wood; their warm and understated hue provides the perfect backdrop for relaxed living. It is a rustic minimalism, dewormed from classic intrusions that slip easily into kitsch. Elegant crocheted curtains and wooden furniture add charm. The inviting kitchen and generous terraces with hammocks make for relaxing afternoons, and in the evening the panorama is magical – the lights of the valley look like fireflies dancing in the night. On the ground floor are the living room with open kitchen, the toilet and the separate technical room; the first floor has two bedrooms and a bathroom with bathtub and shower and on the second floor there are two bedrooms, one of which has both a double bed and a sofa and space for an extra bed, with access to the 100 sqm balcony that surrounds the building. In addition, there is also a generous storage space of 36m2. On the property there is also a workshop/storage shed for tools, bikes, ATVs (area 16.5 sq m), a 92 sq m terrace with lawn, built-in bathtub for 10 people, relaxation corner with campfire and a summer kitchen covered, with a terrace of about 30 sqm. The lodge has a camera system with mobile phone access (5 cameras), alarm system, fiber glass internet connection and drinking water connection from the municipal network. One can also reach the cottage from the road using the picturesque wooden stairs. In addition to guaranteed relaxation on the property, the area also offers the possibility of mountain hiking, mountain bike rides or fishing; skiing can be done in the neighboring county, on the slopes of Alba. In Brad there is an interesting gold museum that documents the history of the mining industry in the area; currently the mines are closed, wood processing being the predominant activity in the region. Some of them can be visited on an organized tour, and the Retezat National Park and the city of Deva with its fortress are not even an hour away.

During the time when Romania was a Kingdom, the county bearing the name of Târnava Mică was formed, around the homonymous river, in Transylvania, Here, Târnăveni (formerly Târnava-Sân-Martin) functioned as a county seat. In April 1912, Târnăveni is elevated to the rank of city, and advances to gas-powered street lighting. In the year 1918, more precisely on the day of December 1st, the Union of Transylvania to the Motherland was completed. In 1990, December 1st was selected to be the National Day of Romania. Between September and October 1944, the 82nd Infantry Regiment fought valiantly, in the Târnava Mică valley and on the hills around the city, against the German and Hungarian forces. After the Second World War, the established communist regime established an administrative reorganization and a specific socio-economic life for Târnăveni. The history of the city takes us back in time, in 1278, when it was first documented, although traces of human habitation have been found since the Neolithic. The prosperity of the city made its eastern neighbour, the adjacent village of Cuștelnic, to become part of Târnăveni in 2000, through local referendum. Tall, majestic, and bearing a magnetic intensity of the color on the façades, Elszeszer Palace is located at the intersection of two streets in the city center. The history of the building originates in the XIX century, in 1860, around its construction time. The palace provides a generous space with 10 rooms, which have different surfaces and are arranged as: lower ground + ground floor + first floor.The built area totals about 650 sqm, with a footprint of 367 sqm and a usable area of approximately 400 sqm. An asset of the property is the immediate functionality, as the building is connected to all the necessary utilities: water, gas, electricity and sewerage. Therefore, this historical building becomes an interesting space for a future investment, being very versatile and ready to use for several commercial purposes, among which we mention a hotel, an office space or store, a kindergarten or a clinic. Photo: Florin Pepene

There is much to say about this property located ad litteram at the foot of the Cindrel Mountains, whose forest begins 30m away but, of all the features, the autonomy given by the carefully chosen technologies puts it in a special category - that of sustainable houses, friendly to the nature in the middle of which they are located (also, we do not ignore the fact that independence from public grid comes with financial benefits). The main option for energy independence is the installation of photovoltaic solar panels on the roof of the house - the owner has already filed for the “Green House” program for a 5 kW-installation. Erected in 2015, the building has an area of 203 square meters, with the first level made of monolithic reinforced concrete for the safety of the building, and the second level having walls made of wooden beams (the thermal system is made of basalt mineral wool of 20 cm for a maximum thermal comfort). The building is designed to withstand earthquakes with a magnitude of over 7.5 degrees on the Richter scale; the foundation depth is 2.5 meters, and the roof has profiled sheet metal and a gutter defrosting system. The water for domestic consumption comes from the local groundwater and is captured through two wells equipped with home supply systems, but there is also an alternative source - a rainwater collection system that supplies two tanks with a total capacity of 12,000 liters. Wastewater is collected in a 2-compartment drainable septic tank. Drinking water will be brought in the spring - the project is underway. There is a three-phase power supply, the installed power being of 12 kw. The entire system is protected by a voltage stabilizer and a 4.5 kW diesel generator automated for the entire property. Thermal comfort is provided by a gas-fired boiler plus a Viessmann wood-fired boiler with a 1000l buffer (the bathrooms have underfloor heating). A pressurized solar panel and a 200l electric boiler provide hot water separately from the plant. A Daikin system is responsible for the air conditioning of the house; there is high speed fiber optic internet. The security of the property is ensured by the video surveillance and burglar alarm system, and the fire protection with a DSC system. Privacy is guaranteed by windows with double-glazed windows and Spiegel foil. All these impressive facilities are spread on 1350 or 1800 sq m of land (with a street front of about 60 m) on which there are a house with 4 rooms, a gazebo, annexes, carport and a private road and swimming pool. On the ground floor, the focal point is the fireplace, the work of the famous Mihai Iancovescu, restorer of the Brukenthal National Museum; it makes the relaxation area have sleek accents for quiet and comforable living. The adjacent cooking & dining area is flooded at dusk by a golden light; evening is also a good time to sit on the terrace and gaze far away to the Făgăraș Mountains. As a reliable help for the living space, the basement houses a summer kitchen, the laundry room, a wine cellar and one technical room (the pantry is attached to the kitchen on the ground floor). The sleeping area means three bedrooms (the master bedroom comes with a dressing room), two bathrooms, a hall and a technical room. Two of the bedrooms have access to the rustic terrace facing east. Outside, in the courtyard lined with trees that bear delicious fruits, there is a gazebo that is perfectly equipped for outdoor dining having a pizza oven, grill, heater and foil closure plus bathroom and storage. In addition to this pavilion on the property there are seven outbuildings, with metal doors, carport and a cellar with access from the outside. The area is quiet and green, and the fact that it is surrounded by large private properties guarantees a peaceful future, without construction sites (in addition, the road is private and has a low traffic of less than three cars/ day).

Only 45 km from Cluj, at the crossroads of Valea Ierii and Valea Negrii, a road through the forest suddenly opens up, reminiscent of a wonderful grove, a clearing flooded with greenery around an pond. A guesthouse all set in stone, wood and red flowers welcomes its guests with modern rooms and bohemian terraces. The mountain air feels cold and strong when it enters the nostrils, reaches the veins and ozonates. Here everything is under the sign of green - the rich and seemingly wild vegetation is left to dominate, to overflow, to fill the gaze with green. The plaster and buttresses of the exposed stone evoke the durability, stability and stature of a medieval settlement. Everything is made of wood, inside and out. The architecture follows the local rustic style, but the interior, all wood-paneled. has the atmosphere of a contemporary cottage. The wood reflects light creating a quiet, gentle and warm cocoon. Lighting accessories and chromatically coordinated contemporary furniture make a modern gray-yellow-black combination. There are 10 rooms with balconies above the lake, another 7 rooms in the main building (two of them have their own terrace and private tub with air massage) and 4 apartments (one with an area of 48sqm, shower and whirlpool tub/ ciubăr; its terrace is above the waterfall; other two apartments have private tub/ ciubăr). The property is perfectly designed and equipped for corporate and private events. It has large areas with carefully manicured grass for garden parties and a restaurant with a capacity of 300 people. The salt room, the sauna, the fireplace, the grass sunbeds or the tub are opportunities for relaxation or socializing, as you wish. Then there are the barrel-built dining areas, sauna and the jacuzzi in the tub that can be practically assimilated to a half-barrel - all elements that create a fairytale atmosphere suitable for both team buildings, weddings and holidays in nature. Children have a wonderful park but also a playground inside, while for the teens/ adults there is airsoft, paintball, rummy, backgammon, chess, playing cards, wireless access). There is also a well-stocked bar and a generous terrace with 80 seats in the air free and 36 things covered) and 9 covered parking spaces. The project for equipping 210 sqm with photovoltaic panels (40 kw) is currently being completed. Activities in the area: • Scărișoara cave • Muntele Rece, Băișoara, Rimetea, Posaga monasteries, Plopi hermitage • Gelu's fortress • Accumulation lakes: Tarnița, Gilău, Beliș • Runcului Gorges • Băișoara ski slope (20 km) • Turda Salt Mine - nature reserve • Turzii Gorges • The tomb of Mihai Viteazu Photo Florin Pepene

In a gentle valley, between Copșa Mare and Sighișoara, there is a Saxon settlement created by worthy people who built decent houses, nicely aligned with the main street. Proud, with a pitched roof and stuck together by opaque gates firmly fixed in the masonry, they can be seen from above like those Dutch ceramic houses brought as souvenirs from some Nordic holiday. Between these houses there is a beautifully renovated compound, a handful of buildings surrounding an inner courtyard with short grass and slight bumps reminiscent of childhood weed. The tile roof in a myriad of shades - brick, chocolate, orange, scarlet - is proof of the attention paid to the use of building materials specific to the area, patiently identified and carefully installed to the delight of the eye and the soul. On the street, the façade has a restrained color scheme, but the houses in the courtyard have whitewashed walls to let the sky be reflected in the shutters; however, the houses are modestly elegant, as befits Saxon dwellings. The interior is bright and the cellar, composed of rooms that communicate with each other, takes your breath away - vaulted, made of brick, it is more than generous and full of potential. The property consists of three distinct residential buildings situated on a 3756 sqm plot of land. The main house, built in 1884 and recently completely renovated with great taste and a passion for authenticity, has a footprint of 344 sqm and a total floor area of 527 sqm. The ground floor is fully furnished and equipped with careful attention to preserving and enhancing the building's character. The cellar is spectacular and invites the imagination to consider various uses: a noble wine cellar, a spa area reminiscent of top hotels, or a special relaxation zone. The second building has a footprint of 356 sqm, is entirely on the ground floor, and is currently a blank canvas, allowing the future owner the opportunity to transform it according to their preferences and the intended use of the property. Additionally, there is a separate annex building of 43 sqm currently used as a laundry facility. The area lends itself to rural tourism, as the fortified churches of Copșa Mare, Biertan and Mediaș (whose picturesque center combines Gothic with Renaissance, Neoclassical, Baroque and Secession styles), the tuberoses of Hoghilag (festival in August), Via Transilvanica, the famous Viscri and the beautiful fortress Rupea as well as the medieval fortress Sighișoara and the Bethlen Criș castle are just some of the sights that attract more and more tourists to the area.

Located in Salicea, just 15 minutes away from Cluj-Napoca, this property pays tribute to the Transylvanian traditional way of living. The thatched roof, the wooden beams that are over a hundred years old, but especially the care and dilligence with which the whole complex was built, make this traditional house a perfect home for city dwellers in search of fresh air and relaxation. The property has six rooms, spread over an area of 180 square meters, and a generous yard of 1,470 square meters, just perfect for family reunions.

The location was intended to be an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, an oasis of peace, located 5 minutes from the center of Cluj, in the Andrei Muresanu neighborhood. From the entrance we are attracted by the handcrafted wrought iron fence in a medieval style, composed of leaves and stylized organic elements that wrap around the stone dust pillars. The alleys are made of cubic granite stone dating from the interwar period that dot the courtyard. The garden with winding alleys has a lush vegetation at maturity. The base of the house is hand-carved and finished with stone dust that reminds us of mangrove roots. The building has 3 entrances, 2 in the front and one behind the house. The front door, as well as the carpentry throughout the house, is made of Siberian larch wood and stained glass. The stained glass windows that can be found throughout the house are handmade using the Tiffany technique. In the entrance hall we are greeted by the vortex-shaped ceiling. On the ground floor we find an office with an entrance directly from the outside, a dressing room, a bedroom, a bathroom and a secondary hall. The basement has a technical room, a laundry and a storage room. On the mezzanine is the fully furnished and equipped kitchen. The building grows, unfolds, like an organism, from the inside to the outside, flows and adapts. As the architect describes it as the house without corners, fluid lines that integrate perfectly into the landscape of the neighborhood. On the 1st floor there are 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a dressing room. 4 doors with themed stained glass windows - each room represents a season ... in the hall there is a stylized tree that holds the place of the railing consisting of 70,000 pieces of Bisazza mosaic cut, glued and matched by hand, with the fallen leaves on the marble floor. The matrimonial area consists of a bedroom painted with Venetian stucco paint, with ornaments and lighting fixtures that are plated with 24 carat gold (plinth, bed ornaments, chandeliers), a bathroom with shower, a reddish marble countertop and decorated with Platinum-plated Bisazza mosaic, toilet equipped with washing and drying function, a dressing room with balcony. Bathroom 2 is equipped with a bathtub and has a wall consisting of 2 brushed marble slabs curved in the mirror, a built-in TV in the mirror, a toilet equipped with washing and drying function. Towards the attic you climb stairs covered with marble, each step having a different shape, being processed manually. The attic is an open space composed of three distinct functional areas delimited by a central pillar decorated in Art Nouveau style which is based on a handcrafted round mosaic panel plated with 24 carat gold and which sustains the hand-painted ceiling in Art Nouveau style in pastel colors . -the central piece is a 4 meter bar, with a solid wood top, and the front part is covered with copper. - another area is the entertainment area where we find a modular sofa, a TV and an electric projection screen that descends from the ceiling. - in the third area we find a round table for 12 people that can be used both as a dining place, but also as a space for discussions. This area enjoys an amazing view over Cluj that can be admired through a huge window that follows the curvature of the roof. Also in the attic on the wall behind the bar we find a work of art made using sgraffito technique, a technique of over 200 years, in 7 layers of plaster of different shades. The shapes are fluid, represented by curved lines, stained glass, wrought iron and it transposes the viewer into a magical world full of refinement and color, the world of film and artistic creations.The attic bathroom has a unique design and is called “the bathroom with 3 questions”. It is covered with greso-granite flooring and mosaic tiles that symbolize the mechanism inside the cinema equipment. The house has 2 terraces in steps, the first terrace has a jacuzzi with a special view over Cluj.

In the heart of Transylvania, Cluj-Napoca is among the most vibrant and dynamic cities of Romania – it is a prestigious academic center, a cultural landmark for the country's history and an important node in the European road network. Built in 2006, in a highly regarded neighborhood, our villa is distinguished by modern aspects of high living. The exclusive facilities, including a jacuzzi, a fitness room, a tanning bed and a sauna, position it as an exceptional lifestyle investment. Arranged on the ground floor+ first floor+attic structure, on a plot of land of 1866 sqm, the property has a footprint construction of 346 sqm, with a built area of 838 sqm and an usable area of 681 sqm. As for the planning of the villa, on the ground floor, we find the living room, the dining room, the kitchen, a windfang, a toilet, a pantry, the terrace, a laundry room, another room, a shower room, a jardinière, a compartment, a storage, and the hallway. Going upstairs, there are 4 rooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 closets, a dressing room, the hobby room, the hallway, a toilet and the lovely balcony. The last floor consists of 3 attics, 2 rooms, a bathroom and the hallway. Photo: Tudor Prisecaru

The villa with birch trees from Cluj-Napoca provides a generous area of 386 usable square meters. It is located in the middle of nature, only 7 km away from the Cluj-Napoca downtown. The land plot has 2,521 sqm and has a private orchard with over 100 fruit trees and 120 birch trees. The villa is laid over two levels - the basement and the ground floor. The basement includes a wine cellar, a soundproof audition room, 2 technical rooms and a bathroom. On the ground floor there are a fully furnished and equipped kitchen, a living room with fireplace and direct access to the terrace, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Both, the building and the courtyard area are connected to smart systems, the control being performed directly from the mobile phone. The special interior design is the result of the talent of a dedicated team of architects. The high quality finishings add up to the luxury concept. The coziness and comfort of the interior space are complemented by the outside space. A wonderful area for relaxation and welcoming guests, the exterior space includes a a gazebo, a summer kitchen equipped with hob, oven, grill, wood-fired smoker, as well as a sauna, wood-fired tub and a bathroom.

In one of the old royal cities of the Habsburg Empire, the one called Elisabetopole, Elizabetopolis, Ibașfalău, Ibișfalău, Bășcăleț, Elisabethstadt, Epeschdorf, or Erzsébetvároș, there is a bright and bold building catching the eye instantly. It is centrally located, on one of the main arteries and near the Armenian cathedral, the one that lost one dome. Featuring an imposing tower guarding the corner and elegantly outlined blue frames against the bright white façade the has distinction. Built in 1881, it wears its age gracefully, having been recently renovated. The internal partitioning has created spacious and bright rooms, both on the ground floor (living room, three bedrooms, kitchen, two bathrooms) and upstairs (three bedrooms, an office, living room, and two bathrooms, one with access to the Finnish sauna). The fireplace stove warms a 40 sqm living room. The vaulted cellar with a brick floor, maintaining controlled temperature, is the perfect place for a private wine cellar, while the garden with lawn and fruit trees is the ideal option for peaceful afternoons. Breakfast can be enjoyed in the pavilion, where hearty meals can also be organized for loved ones, in its 9 sqm summer kitchen with a bread & pizza oven. The garage accommodates two cars. The town of Dumbrăveni, one of the ten royal free cities, enjoys the benefits of multiculturalism, with Romanians, Hungarians, Jews, Saxons, and Armenians living in and beautifying it. In the 16th century, Grigore Apafi built the feudal castle in the form of a citadel, which now operates as the Museum of Transylvanian Armenians, and the Armenian community erected a cathedral here in the 18th century. Dumbrăveni is situated between Sighișoara and Mediaș, having touristic Biertan, Viscri, and Via Transilvanica in close proximity. photo Florin Pepene

On a corner of plains, on a foot of heaven - this is how the Romanian fairytale land is described, but good things also happen at the foot of the mountain, especially when it is Retezat with its glacial lakes and rare flora. The small town of Râu de Mori is located near the Colț fortress that inspired Jules Verne’s The Carpathian Fortress and 42 km away from Prislop Monastery. Sibiu International Airport is located 159 km away, and Sarmizegetusa Regia, Colonia Ulpia Traiana Augusta Dacica Sarmizegetusa, Huniazilor Castle and Deva Citadel are also close by. In addition, it is the perfect destination for winter sports and summer hiking. The Alpina Retezat resort, located in Râu de mori, has 90 accommodation places and all the necessary facilities – restaurants, garden, terrace, bar and private parking. The rooms are spacious and bright and, if desired, the entire hotel allows for a reconceptualization that further exploits the advantages of the location, highly appreciated by children's camps for its close proximity to the ski slopes in Râușor equipped with ski lifts, as well as for the adventure park nearby - the fir trees of the small resort are welcoming hosts, among their branches passing suspended trails that offer many challenges to the daring.

Nestled in a remarkable location, right in the middle of the Retezat Mountains, this authentic chalet offers hiking enthusiasts 1,200 square meters of superlative comfort. The property, with its distinguished construction details, but especially with its hunting trophies and lush deer-horn chandeliers that ennoble the interior, honors the traditional mountain architecture. The furniture having as inspiration the American Aspen cabins, and being actually custom made in the US, rounds the imposing personality of the whole ensemble. The stone fireplace, the wooden floors, but especially the warm and welcoming atmosphere maintained by the wooden paneling invites you to a fairy-like evening. After a day exploring the mountains, you can prepare a tasty dinner in the nicely equipped kitchen, and then continue to delight your senses in a marble Jacuzzi or enjoy the benefits of the sauna. The party can continue on the 150-square meter terrace where you can admire nature in all its breath-taking splendor. The property features three types of heating (by wood, gas and electric), a summer kitchen and underground cellar, an additional 2 -room annex building, 2-car garage, parking, helipad and allows the construction of a helipad and even a fish farm.

Far from the noise of the city, but still connected to the urban beauty with an amazing view, on the N-V Cornești plateau, at the edge of the forest is located this exclusive villa, right in the center of the premium area of Târgu Mureș. The property is located in the zoo area, which is the main attraction of the area. The Cornești Plateau (Hungarian: Somostető) is located in the eastern part of Târgu Mureș, 488 m above the Black Sea and 197 m above the city, being covered by oak and hornbeam forest. The plateau opens a wide panorama over the cities and the valley of the Mureș river. The plateau forest is landscaped with a running track and various signposted tourist routes. Among the routes offered are: ``Ursul de piatră from Platoul Cornești - Vârful Terebics - Vârful Cinege - Sângeorgiu de Mureș`` , ``Mașini de calculi (Strada Livezeni) - Platoul Cornești - Universitatea de Medicină`` and ``Cartierul Tudor - Ursul de piatră from Platoul Cornești``. The villa consists of basement+semi-basement+ground-floor+attic with a land of 1867 sqm, share of 800 sqm of the private road, 400 sqm usable area and the footprint of 280 sqm. The basement of the property consists of a cellar of 60 sqm and 3 rooms. In the semi-basement we have 3 technical spaces, a summer kitchen right next to the fitness room with sauna and bathroom. The ground floor offers a generous living room of 60 sqm with a spectacular 24 sqm Swiss crystal stained glass window, which gives a panoramic view of the city and creates the passage to the spacious 110 sqm terrace, a modern kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a garage for 2 cars and upstairs there is a living room, 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms. Outside the property we have a 54 sqm (9x6) pool, a generous relaxation area and a barbeque lounge, ideal for warm seasons. The villa is equipped with the finest meranti wood joinery. We can see this aspect on railings, windows, doors and stairs. Its equipment is multiple and well chosen, from 2CT heating, gas and electric, present in the floor and in the radiant bodies, heat blowers with cold or hot chiller, to video surveillance and security alarms. Not less than 1.5 km from the city center is this property located, which is special not only for the luxury view and the tranquility of the area, but also for its extravagant finishes and modern facilities.

The Villa is located in the centre of the city of Brezoi, in front of the park, with a view towards the Țurțudanu peak. It was built in 1905 and it is an outstanding example of the Art Nouveau style. The inside mural decorations comply with the style and bear nature inspired motifs. The house retains a unique history between its walls, being a symbolic building of the city of Brezoi. It was built at the request of the owners of the gold mine in Vasilatul (near Brezoi) by Italian craftsmen, who used materials brought from the Peninsula. Their mark is seen in the unique architecture of the house, the imposing columns at the entrance testifying their talent and craftsmanship. The special paintings that adorn the walls of the house have been kept intact also. The house underwent a general refurbishment in 2005, at which time the paintings and the exterior of the building were restored. Confiscated by the communists, the house acquired various functions throughout time, including the Pioneers House in Brezoi (1980-1990). After the Revolution it was claimed by the former owners and sold. Legend tells that among the first people who arrived in the Lotru Valley were the outlaws and the highwaymen from the early modern period who found shelter in the middle of the forest, hidden under the branches of either coniferous or deciduous trees. The name of the valley actually comes from the archaic word for thief, namely ”lotru” in Romanian. They used to hide there in order to split the takings and store them in the caves of the area. The Lotru Valley starts past the city of Brezoi, at the junction of the Lotru and Olt rivers. In order to get there, you have to cross the spectacular Olt Valley, eother if you arrive from Sibiu or from Râmnicu-Vâlcea. Brezoi is a small mountain city with around 7000 inhabitants. It is located at 400 m height. The distance from Bucharest is 200 km, 60 km from Sibiu and 30 km from Râmnicu-Vâlcea. Many well known tourist-trails towards Lotrului and Căpățânii mountains start here. The city can also be a starting point for longer routes towards the old Transylvanian towns or towards the monasteries in the Oltenia region. Diverse forests and valleys surround the city and one can find seasonal accommodation here – the so-called «odăi», in Romanian, chambers which maintain the archaic legacy and folklore of the mountain area. The local forest is inhabited by all the wild animals that live in Romania, namely, bear, wolf, wild boar, deer, chamois, bobcat. The mountain climate, with fresh air, lacks strong winds, chilly or extremely warm days and can be a good remedy against daily stress. The flora is rich and diverse. It is the place where the Edelweiss grows at the lowest height in Europe (500 m). Source: valceaturistica.ro Photo: Artlight Concept Eugen Constantin