Luxury houses for sale Domnești, Romania

Located in the captivating landscape of Sinaia, the Holiday House under the Fir Trees enjoys a special location in a secluded residential area, in Furnica. Easily accessible, yet sufficiently isolated to provide a relaxing escape, it offers the perfect balance between tranquility and comfort. Radiating timeless elegance, the property features a carefully designed interior that blends traditional charm with modern amenities. The villa comprises a ground floor, first floor, and attic, with a polychrome and well-defined interior that reflects contemporary comfort, culminating in a rustic minimalist attic, open space, offering a spectacular view through generous windows. With its welcoming atmosphere, escaping the hustle and bustle of daily life is a certainty. Whether you're seeking relaxation, adventure, or a bit of both, this property harmoniously combines both. The aristocratic mountain resort town of Sinaia preserves the atmosphere of an old royal residence, with the quaint air created by its unique buildings and numerous tourist attractions positioning Sinaia among the most attractive destinations in the country.

Sinaia is the Romanian city with the largest number of buildings classified as historical monuments per inhabitant. Not incidentally, the way the city looks today is the result of the work and signature of some of the most important Romanian architects: Ion Mincu, Toma Socolescu, Paul Smărăndescu, Duiliu Marcu or Grigore Cerchez, to name just a few of them. The Anastasie Simu House, or the Retezat Villa, as it is now known, is designed and built in the German Renaissance style of the early twentieth century by Czech architect Karel Liman. He was a good friend of King Carol I, for whom he designed the Pelișor Castle and the Honor Lobby of the Peleș Castle, all of them having in common elements specific for this artistic style. Chief Architect of the Royal House of Romania between 1894-1929, Karel Liman was born in the Czech Republic in 1855, in a family of carpenters. Inheriting the passion for woodworking from his father and grandfather, Liman follows the courses of the Fine Arts Faculty in Prague and then the Bauakademie in Munich. Established in Vienna around 1880, Liman gains experience through the collaboration with the Fellner&Hellmer Architecture Workshop in the capital of Habsburgs. He contributed to the projection plans of the Albert Rothschild Palace in Vienna, conducted under the guidance of architect Gabriel-Hippolyte Destailleur and of the Hunting House of Prince Christian de Hohenlohe-Ohringen in Javorina, Slovakia. Recommended by Destailleur to André Lecomte du Noüy, a French architect also established in Romania, Liman is employed by the Architecture Service of the Ministry of Cults and Public Instruction at the Commission for Historical Monuments in Romania, where he participated at the restoration of churches „Saint Nicholas” and „The Three Hierarchs” in Iași and the Episcopal Church in Curtea de Argeș. In the service of the Royal House, besides Pelişor Castle and the complex project for the rearrangement of Peleş, Liman also signs other projects such as the „Princess's Nest” (1894), the extension of the Cotroceni Palace, the house of Prince Carol in Bucharest, King Ferdinand’s cottage in Lăpuşna, the rearrangement of the Bran Castle and several other buildings in Sinaia: The Economat Villa, The Guard House, The Royal Stables or The Retezat Villa. After the architect's death, the house was bought by academician Anastasie Simu (1854-1935), a P.h.D in Political and Administrative Sciences, a great art lover and passionate collector, the first Romanian to build a private museum in Bucharest in 1910. In 1927, Simu donated to the Romanian state over 1.200 works: paintings, graphics, sculptures and decorative arts gathered over the years. A part of the collection is exhibited today at the National Art Museum of Romania, and another at The Simu Collection at Bucharest Pinacoteca. The architecture of the house, typical for the German Renaissance, impresses both on the outside and on the inside. The façade is predominantly of stone, dotted with corner bossages and vividly colored ceramic decorations. The interior is exuberant, highlighting the richness of wooden decorations, the coffered painted ceilings, and especially the beautiful stained glass, perfectly preserved to this day. The location in Sinaia is an ideal one, being close enough to the city centre so that it can be reached by a few minutes’ walk, but at the same time, isolated enough to offer privacy and detachment for a mountain holiday. The villa is renovated and functional, currently offering accommodation in 8 rooms, 2 apartments and 1 studio, rated with 8.8/10 on one of the most important online booking platforms. The future destination remains commercial, a hotel/boarding house or it can become a permanent personal residence or a holiday one with a lot of charm and full of history.

Brown wood on the outside and warm as honey on the inside, cheerful geraniums and the pastel yellow façade make up the representative formula for mountain guesthouses that embrace the rustic in design. These features are doubled by bright interior spaces connected to the azure mountain sky through generous balconies. The courtyard is an oasis of greenery, and access is through a paved alley, flanked left and right by geraniums; 4 parking spaces are also available on the property. The building currently has ten accommodation rooms that can be reconfigured for various other uses. The privileged address 300m away from the center of the resort offer this property an enviable flexibility. Sinaia is the crown jewel when it comes to mountain tourism; with more than three centuries of history behind it, it has become a must-have address ever since Carol I chose it as a summer residence and built Peleș Castle here, in 1873-1914. And today the resort attracts many visitors, from those interested in alpine sports to those attracted by cultural tourism, a tour of the town bringing at every step the names of great architects who signed buildings that are still spectacular today, such as the Sinaia Station, the Caraiman hotels, Palace and Furnica or Sinaia Casino (it is said that Baron Edgar de Marcay, shareholder of the casino in Monte Carlo, was the first investor in the one in Prahov, in 1913 when it was built). Chic villas are designed by the most important architects of the country, among them Ion Mincu, Paul Smărandescu, Petre Antonescu, Toma Socolescu, Grigore Cerchez, Duiliu Marcu and Karel Liman, and offer a special eclecticism strongly punctuated by elements of the German Renaissance.

Dominating a cluster of houses at the foot of the mountain and having the forest near, this villa confidently raises its gaze to reach the distant mountains. Moreover, its slender vertical arrangement is crowned by a roof shaped like a mountain peak. The decorative stone and color scheme are perfectly adapted to the area, with the construction spanning three levels connected by an uninterrupted glass wall from the ground floor to the attic, ensuring a remarkable panorama. There are 11 rooms, arranged on the ground floor (a living room with a fireplace, kitchen and dining area, a bathroom, a bedroom, and a technical room), and on the upper floors, there is a play area, two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a duplex apartment with two rooms, a bathroom, balconies, and an additional bedroom with its own bathroom. The kitchen also has its own view, with the workspace positioned right under the window. The decorative stone used on the facade is also present inside, creating a symmetry built from narrow plates that soothe the eye and mind. The courtyard features carefully chosen vegetation and is perfectly arranged for a life in the fresh mountain air, with an outdoor play area for children. The property is ready to move in, fully furnished and equipped, with all necessary utilities such as electricity, water, sewage, gas, private central heating with radiators, air conditioning, cable TV, and fiber optics. Whether for a vacation home, permanent residence, or investment in tourism, the property easily accommodates any option. Poiana Țapului, a tourist resort in Prahova, enjoys wonderful mountain landscapes and proximity to points of interest such as the Peleș and Pelișor Museums, the Sinaia and Caraiman Monasteries, or the Cezar Petrescu Memorial House.

The history of the villa is closely connected to the development of tourism-related activities in Sinaia in the second half of the 19th century. Its first owner, the Austrian Jóseph Ungarth, who had been prince Dimitrie Ghica’s valet, became in 1870 the first “hotel-keeper” of the Podul Neagului town (Sinaia was only declared a city on December 1st 1874). After managing Sinaia’s first hotel, Ungarth started his own business and built the Carola villa in 1896. As a hotel owner and a highly-skilled restoration expert, after quitting Caraiman hotel, the Austrian Josef Ungarth was in charge of Villa Carola. Luxury and comfort were the key words for those who came to Villa Carola, as the Austrian knew how to make each stay as pleasant as possible. Thus, the villa garden was being taken care of by a gardener, there was a carriage that took guests wherever they wanted to go, and a horse was put at the disposal of those who wanted to learn how to ride. The small hotel bears the name of Jóseph Ungarth’s daughter, Carola, who, years later, would become Constantin Noica’s mother-in-law. In 1934, the great philosopher married Wendy Muston, the daughter of Walter and Carola Muston. He had known Wendy since her childhood, and had courted her whilst he was enlisted at Sinaia (1931-1932). A chic and select place, the hotel also became the secret meeting place for Elena Lupescu and Carol, the crown prince. The two had met in February 1925, and the Carola villa, which was then Elena Lupescu’s residence, served as their refuge. The hotel has a long history – in 1927, one of its guests was the young Yehudi Menuhin, the future great conductor and violinist. When he was eleven years old, he spent two months at the Carola villa, during which he visited the Luminiș villa in order to take violin lessons from George Enescu.

Without a doubt, Predeal is one of the most attractive mountain resort from Romania, its history being usually compared with the ones of Sinaia. Frontier locality by 1918, and major railway route at the end of the XIXth century, Predeal was about to become in the interwar period, an important touristic hub, attracting along with Sinaia, the new social strata - sportsmen, lawyers, doctors, professional military. During this modernisation period, many of the villas were erected in the famous neighbourhood Cioplea that was becoming even from the 30’s a true touristic-sport quarter - the first installation of a trampoline (1933), the first tele-ski from the country (1934). The Gen. Cartianu Villa was built in 1937, four houses down the road from ”Căprioara” Villa, the famous holiday home of Marshal Ion Antonescu, the superior of General Cartianu. The residence has been planned with the character of a holiday house, its distinct appearance being enhanced by the used materials - the wood and the wooden crafted elements, river stones and the extraordinary roof.

Situated in the heart of an idyllic landscape, the small manor on the green hills of Horezu is an oasis of tranquility and natural beauty, regardless of the season. Whether it's autumn, with the gentle sun warming the green hills, or winter, with swirling snow and sparkling frost, every moment spent here is simply magical. A Remarkable Natural Setting Located at an altitude of 680 meters, the Manor enjoys a unique view, surrounded by the hills of Horezu and the Buila Vânturarița mountains. Its architecture recalls the boyar residences, with a gentle and serene air, neo-Romanian style windows, and an elegant white façade. Spacious and Comfortable Spaces The house has 465 square meters of usable space, spread across the basement, ground floor, and first floor. The salon is a warm and welcoming space with exposed brick, wood, and leather furniture. It is approximately 90 square meters, located in the basement, and in addition to the recreational space, there are technical areas, a kitchen, and a toilet. On the ground floor, one can enjoy the breakfast lounge, a guest room, and a generous 73-square-meter apartment. The first floor offers two spacious rooms and a luxurious apartment, perfect for relaxation. All rooms have their own bathroom and terrace. The spaces are furnished with quality materials: earth-tone tiles and ceramics, oak parquet, and furniture that complements the manor's interior. The property's terraces offer a spectacular view over the hills, ideal for meditation or contemplation. Facilities and Comfort The property has a 1200-square-meter courtyard with well-maintained lawn, ornamental plants, and an orchard (apple, pear, cherry, walnut, and lime trees). For those who enjoy rustic cooking, there is a grill with a stove and wood oven in the courtyard. The house is heated with a central heating system with an air/water pump, providing comfort during winter, and the temperature inside the house can be remotely programmed for each zone. Parking spaces for five cars are arranged in the yard. For the Dynamic and Culture Enthusiasts The area has numerous attractions such as the town of Horezu, the monasteries in the region, the Trovant Museum, pottery workshops, and other crafts. The Hurezi Monastery and the local pottery are part of the UNESCO heritage – an attraction for both Romanian and foreign tourists. For nature lovers, there are hiking trails, caves, gorges, and the possibility of sledding. Development Potential The property fits well as a residence for a family, serving as a perfect retreat for those seeking tranquility and the beauties of nature. If the intention is to include the location in the tourist circuit, the potential is immense. On the approximately 7000 square meters of unused pasture, a successful business can be developed in an area that is increasingly appreciated by tourists.

Bune ș ti, Bundorf, Bondorf, Bondref, Bodndref, Bodendorf, Budendorf, Sz á szbuda - Romanian, German, Hungarian. All these names indicate the same village in Bra ș ov, Transylvania, conveniently located between medieval Sighi ș oara (36 km) and famous Viscri (6 km). Lunca Popii mansion is located here, magically overlooking the village’s fortified church. It has a typical Saxon fence that blocks the view of the curious and keeps the household quiet. The tall, rounded gate and the property fence retain their original brick roof, one that has been blown away by the wind, washed away by the rain, and covered with moss of the yesteryear. Two huge boulders guard the gate like two sheepfolds. Everything inspires a quiet life, clear directions and an attitude of looking life straight in the eye. Only the bench leaning timidly on one side of the gate speaks of the fragility of human nature, always looking for closeness to the other. The stones leading to the house with the raised porch are from local, from a nearby riverbed or ridge, not bought from a DIY store. In the evening, the outdoor lighting springs from the grass and projects a warm light that invites to storytelling and stargazing. Although the construction is recent, it give the impression of a wealthy Saxon peasant household - the cleanliness of the white and the warmth of the wood create that rare air of seriousness and stability. The winter here is snowy just like in our grandparents' childhood stories. In summer, on the other hand, the yard is filled with tall grass, flowers and trees with rich canopy; the sunbeds and the table with stone chairs are overwhelmed by this domestic green, vibrant, refreshing and restful. As in any organised household, the bread oven and the fountain with a handmade clay jug cannot be missing. The wood stack promises warm winters but also deliciously smoked grill ed food. The courtyard is configured on the typical Saxon model, divided by the large house and adjacent buildings, in this case a garage for two cars and a private parking space for another five. Enjoying an excellent position in the country’s hot area of ​​ rural tourism, the property can function both as a single-family holiday home and as a tourist cottage for groups of up to 14 people. If desired, there is the possibility of extension with constructions on a similar surface - the property includes a plot of 1221 sqm adjacent to the current courtyard of 1233 sqm. The villa has 700 sqm; was built in 2009 which gives it all the facilities of a modern, comfortable home. Exposed oak beams mark the impeccable white of the walls. Crafted tile stoves and generous fireplaces cozy up the atmosphere. The interior has an almost spartan air in the bedrooms, but this austerity is broken by small details with the glamor of faded bronze from other times. Three bedrooms on the ground floor have access to a bathroom and a bathroom, while the fourth has its own bathroom. Three other bedrooms are upstairs, with access to an impeccably polished solid wood staircase. Two of these bedrooms of about 16 sqm each share a bathroom but the strong point here is the master bedroom which surprises not only by it 40 sqm -area but also by the wooden bed canopy, dressing room, bathroom and private terrace. The view is dreamy - the hills of Transylvania are green and look like pastel watercolours from afar. The living space, with a library and living room of 80 sqm, includes a table for 12 people, a fireplace and a game table. In summertime the 60 sqm terrace on the porch becomes an al fresco living-room. The kitchen offers ample space ( 40 square meters ) ready to receive between its walls laughter, warmth and stories (the traditional stove in the well-equipped kitchen has a supply of wood on the right side, hidden from view by a curtain wrinkled like grandma's skirts).

Located in one of the best residential areas of Brasov, ideally placed at the edge of the forest, this is one of the most attractive available properties of the city not only due to its positioning but also due to the large land plot and overall amenities. The 2686 sqm land plot offers access to two streets and are split as such to serve different purposes: there is a part that is beautifully landscaped with ornamental plants and trees, there is also an area with a small orchard with fruit trees and vine, there is a large terrace that can be fitted and used to enjoy the amazing view of the mountains and there is also an extra large 8-car garage. The building is monumental, with a very distinct architecture where the four large pillars on the main façade are the highlights. The size of the house is big, with a footprint area of 629 sqm and a total built area of 2127 sqm, split on four levels. The ground floor is dedicated to relaxation and well being, this is why here is where we find the spa, with a large pool, a sauna and a hot tub, then we have a living area, a very large kitchen and a nice hall way with a monumental stairway connecting the upper levels. The first and second floors are where the very large bedrooms, designed as small apartments are located. The attic is a large open space area that can be turned into whatever the next owner will need it to be. The interior is classic, with marble floors and bamboo wooden floorings, with classical pieces of furniture, stained glass or custom made chandeliers nd even an elevator.

Located right at the feet of Ciucaș Massif and surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the Balaban, Babeș and Zăganului mountains, the small depression of Cheia offers an exquisite painting of meadows, shady forests and clear waters. Initially developed as a small settlement around Cheia Monastery, Cheia Mountain Resort gradually increased due to the expansion of logging. The name Cheia and Cheița actually reflect the narrow aspect of the steep-walled valleys. In the middle of the resort, on the bank of Teleajen river is situated the Villa with Birch Trees, with its large garden, in terraces, decorated with statues of Roman inspiration, from the 19th century. The building is composed of 3 distinct units, with different height regimes, built in a traditional stylistic manner, specific to the mountain area. The interiors are richly decorated with art and collectibles, from hunting trophies and popular objects, to traditional ceramics and works of art. The construction was completed in the late 1970s, with improvements done up to 1990. The Villa with Birch Trees can function both as a residence or a multi-family holiday house, as well as a tourist accommodation unit, following a conversion project. The property is located in the heart of the many birch forests with mountain flowers that unfold during the spring an idyllic landscape, while in autumn, in the mountain valleys, the spruce trees portray marvelous autumnal paintings through their rusty crowns. The main tourist attractions in Cheia and its surroundings are: Cheia Monastery, built between 1835-1839 by two shepherds from Săliștea Sibiului; The Mine Flowers Museum, which houses a valuable collection of 170 pieces with a wide variety of shapes and colors; The Francisc Rainer Museum of Anthropology, the former holiday home of the great scientist, founder of Romanian anthropology, the Suzana Monastery, founded by Suzana Arsicu in 1770, along with the numerous mountain trails in the Ciucaș Mountains. A fairytale house, in a dream location... would be the perfect description for the Villa with Birch Trees. Recently, a 429 sqm plot of land was added to the property in addition to the beautiful existing garden of 1,416 sq m. Sources: Maria Rodica Niculescu, Masivul Ciucaș: ghid turistic, Munții Noștri Collection, Bucharest: Sport-Tourism Publishing, 1986 tvr.ro, Cheia, o stațiune cu potențial turistic editiadedimineata.ro, Descoperă România. Stațiunea Cheia, locul perfect pentru iubitorii de natură