luxury houses with terrace for sale Bucharest, Romania

One of the beauties of Little Paris, built in the interwar period, in an era with magical resonances about well-being and happiness, was a father's wedding gift for his daughter. A house built with a lot of love, attention to detail and respect for beauty came to life in the former Mântuleasa slum, a short distance from Izvorul Rece Park and Carol I Boulevard. Mântuleasa slum was founded during the Brâncoveni period outside the city and was to develop around the church of the same name, being incorporated in the hearth of the city in 1752. Personalities such as Mihai Eminescu, Mircea Eliade, Petre Țuțea, Panait Istrati or Mircea Vulcănescu, lived and created in the houses with Parisian perfume in the famous slum. Built at the end of 1927, with a four-level layout, the house was designed for practical, generous spaces that would fully benefit from natural light through tall windows. The Neoclassical style with harmonized elements predominates on the outside and continues elegantly on the inside, with floral friezes on the walls and lacy scaffolding on the ceilings. The current owner, a lover of beauty, took care for three years of total consolidation and restoration, with the preservation of all the original elements, a process by which this architectural jewel was reborn and became more than just a living space. The structure was uncovered and consolidated, the sanitary and electrical installations were changed, the roof was changed and equipped with double glazed windows with laminated wood frames, operated by remote control, the interior doors and windows were made of laminated wood, the bathroom and kitchen floors they were made of painted cement, the other rooms have oak parquet, split air conditioners were installed, two fireplaces were added, one on the ground floor and the other on wood in the attic. It also has a unit for monitoring and coordinating internet connections, telephone, audio sound, fire alarm and video surveillance. Once the wrought iron gate opens and you step inside, an intimate and chic courtyard is revealed to you, decorated with roses and hydrangeas, cool in summer and illuminated with spotlights at night. Approximately 3 cars can be parked in the yard. The charm and elegance of the interwar period awaits you at a short distance from the center of the Bucharest, in a house full of positive energy, which carries on with dignity, the scent of the past.

Dacia Boulevard was the last boulevard designed before the First World War, during the mayor Vintilă Brătianu. The new boulevard, as it was originally called, was designed to create an important connection between Gara de Nord and Gara Obor. Being a designed boulevard, it had to make its way through the old districts of Bucharest, around the current Spanish Market Square, to the confluence with Mihai Eminescu Street and Calea Moșilor. Mihai Eminescu Street, called Romană Street until 1948, is a historic street in Bucharest that connected the Herăstrăului Street, the current Calea Dorobanţilor, with the Târgului de Afară Bridge, today Calea Moșilor. A short distance from the confluence of Dacia Boulevard with Mihai Eminescu Street, in the former Silvestru slum, this historic four-level villa with rooms over 3.5 m high, arranged on Bs + Gf + 1F + A, was founded at the beginning of the 20th century, made in a neoclassical style, typical of the beginning of the century, at the command of General Coandă, former prime minister in the interwar period. The house integrates very well in the architectural style of the area, next to the twin house in the immediate vicinity. Being built on the corner, it has the advantage of a panoramic opening to two streets. The building escaped nationalization, remaining in the family by succession, this advantage helping it to keep all the original architectural details. Then, in 2010, it underwent an extensive consolidation and restoration action, on which occasion it benefited from increased attention to the strengthening of the foundation, but also to a series of very practical finishes and equipment with quality materials. In addition to the impeccable restoration of parquet, solid wood joinery, wooden doors with glass windows, it now also benefits from a central heating system with gas boiler and fan coils in each room, chiller unit for air conditioning and fan coils in each room, chandeliers and vintage lighting lamps, time-specific switches for lighting fixtures. In addition, at the time of the renovation, investment was made in the construction of a tower in the attic, which became an important attraction of the house. He also received a glass art staircase with wrought iron floral elements, which provides access to the upper levels, designed and executed by the famous plastic designer Cornelia Moldoveanu. The exterior, thermally rehabilitated by complete cladding with Austro-therm rigid terrestrial system, is symmetrically decorated with friezes and laurel window frames without an exaggerated load. The predominant floral tones continue in the interior starting with the double entrance door, restored, glazed with flowers, with the marble floor decorated with floral elements framed by the line of life, above which is a skylight with floral stained glass and a Viennese ceramic stove white located in the living room. This house welcomes you inside with an enviable positive energy, offering the pleasure of going through a setting designed to fascinate you from the first step. It may have multiple destinations in the future, such as residence, company headquarters, notary or law firm. The villa is also available for rent at the price of 4,000 euros/month. Photo: Gabriel Ghizdavu

Built by Italian stonemasons following the plans of three architects (George Sterian, H. Rick and Nicolae Ghica-Budești), the casino was erected in 1892-1894, thus being the first casino in Romania. It was quickly followed by casinos in Vatra Dornei (1898), Constanța (1910) and Sinaia (1912), all part of King Carol I's strategy to develop Romanian resorts after the model of more famous ones abroad (Slănic-Moldova was compared at the time to Karlovy Vary and Vichy, its mineral springs being awarded at international exhibitions in Paris, Frankfurt, Vienna). Although it is not an example of pure Art Nouveau, the casino in Slănic-Moldova manages to combine this dynamic and functional style with principles from other currents with surprising results. The decorative stone elements and the door and window frames come from the secular Neo-Romanian, but the towers are of Eastern religious architecture. Other elements are reminiscent of Neo-Renaissance correspondences - for example the symmetry of the composition and the painted decorative panels. The construction is arranged horizontally on UG + GF + 1F following the rules of perfect symmetry - a main building guarded by two towers connected to two other lower-rise buildings with covered corridors that function as terraces; the long row finishes with two pavilions that resume through the round roofs the idea of the main towers. Seen from a distance, the casino resembles a castle perched on a hillside, a slightly romantic, peaceful profile, with a discreet poetry enveloping it at dusk. In autumn, the forest in the distance lends it a bit of its leave’s auburne, winter dresses it all in white. However, from the front, it is obviously a building dedicated to community life - the platform with arched columns and a monumental stone staircase leaves no room for doubt, just as its location with the beautiful central park at the foot does not deny this either. After decades of listening to the sound of dice, spinning roulette and French Les jeux sont faits, rien ne va plus, witnessing the making of fortunes and the dissolution of marriages, the casino became a good citizen in 1948, functioning as a House of Culture, then performance hall, city library, art gallery and other public functions. The cinema functioned in the original hall with 350 seats, which today amazes us with its two colors - the white of the walls decorated with ton sur ton woodwork and the amber of the velvety chairs and curtains. The hall is still a jewel with its shell-based lodges, lacy arches and a chandelier, unfortunately not the original one, mounted on a rich ceiling decorated with a glass skylight captive in metal embroidery. Over time, the building has received two more terraces, a brasserie and a boarding house since 1960, and has undergone renovation and restoration work in the 1980s and 1994s and 1994s. Outside, street lamps guard the building in the typical Art Nouveau language - black wrought iron with gold accents and white glass bulbs like flower buds. Thanks to the spectacular architectural project and restoration works, the casino appears today vibrant, lively, dynamic, bold and not old or lethargic like, unfortunately, many other historical monuments of the time. Today, the casino is looking for its visionary owner who will exploit its tourist potential and give it back that joie de vivre that positioned it at the beginning of the 19th century as a symbol of Slănic-Moldova and beyond. Area attractions: - Nemira ski slope - mountain trails and hikes - Three hundred steps, Uzului Valley, Nemira Mare, etc. - salt mine from Târgu Ocna - Măgura Ocnei monastery - Valea Uzului dam Photo: Tudor Prisecaru

Located in the north of the Bucharest, a short distance from Lake Pipera, this furnished villa offers all the modern living conditions and a potential for expansion for the future, in a quiet area, away from the specific noise of car and air traffic. In terms of comfort, all conditions are ensured by premium finishes and accessories such as: smart home system centralized on the Google Home platform with voice command, lighting control, electric access gate operation, temperature setting, air purification in the bedroom area, control to your TV and Sonos audio system. Tece underfloor heating system automated by Salus smart home system, air conditioning with LG Artcool Gallery, heating system secured by gas and ready for installation of solar panels and air-water heat pumps. Inside, we have a living room and dining room with generous glazed surfaces with laminated wood carpentry and double glazing, natural wood interior doors, ambient architectural lighting with spotlights and LED strips, decorative concrete flooring with heating system, concrete staircase finished with solid wood and safety glass balustrade, bioethanol fireplace, Rovere and Divani & Sofa furniture, Rovere kitchen furniture with ceramic slab island, wine refrigerator with a capacity of 36 bottles, Samsung side by side refrigerator, 3 bedrooms with bathrooms and walk- in dressing room, black-out curtains, spacious bathrooms with modern fittings, bathrooms clad with ceramic tiles and glass mosaic with Porcelanosa, Villeroy Boch, Dalet sanitary ware, freestanding sinks, built-in faucets, walk in rain shower, hygienic shower. The land is rectangular in shape with lawn, ornamental plants and automated irrigation system, heated swimming pool with countercurrent swimming system 25 sqm and automated ionization system, dedicated barbeque area clad with ceramic slab, equipped with professional ice machine, outdoor terrace of 220 sqm tiled with floating ceramic and drainage system, platform for 3 parking spaces in the yard and possibility of garage. Another advantage of the generous area of land is the existence of an approved project for the construction of a new villa on the land behind the existing villa, designed in a modern Mediterranean style, with a ventilated facade, glazed floor to ceiling surfaces with heights of 3.5 m, and a project at interior created by a design house in Marbella, Spain. In conclusion, it is a smart, stylish house, well-equipped for the present and the future, a suitable residence where you can feel at home.

Located in the most vibrant and modern part of the Romanian coast - Mamaia Nord, in the Marina Regia Residence complex of villas, this exceptional villa offers you a contemporary, urban lifestyle, relaxing and disconnecting at the same time. The uniqueness and elegance of the place are two essential elements that characterize the complex and are accentuated by the generosity of lush green spaces, carefully and permanently maintained, safety and comfort, belonging to a select community, direct access to Marina Regia Beach, one of the 4 Blue Flag beaches of Romania. Inspired design, special attention to detail and impeccable service are expertly combined to give you an unparalleled experience. The restaurants and bars in the Marina Regia Residence complex offer an excellent dining experience, perfectly complemented by premium drinks, while the vast yet intimate beach is the ideal place to relax away from the hustle and bustle of the cities. The Mediterranean-style project is made by the French architect of Romanian origin Mircea Mihai Pupăzan, and was nominated for the Bucharest Architecture Annual 2008, Architecture section. The villas in the complex are very ingeniously compartmentalized, being ideal both as a holiday residence and as a permanent home. They are built on a reinforced concrete structure with brick walls and have their own heating plant, cable television, telephone, internet, exterior carpentry in triple-layered wood with double-pane glass provided with wooden shutters, programmable system for irrigating the green space. The villa Z14 in the offer has a built area of 404 sqm and approximately 987 sqm of land, it is fully finished, equipped and furnished. Inside we find a living room with a dining area, a kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 3 fully equipped bathrooms, a finished attic that can be used for various purposes, a technical space with a utility room, multiple storage spaces, a separate garage for 2 cars equipped with a automatic door opening. On the outside, the terraces become an extension of the interior space, ensuring the connection with the generous garden, meticulously maintained, laid out with lawn, ornamental plants, trees and shrubs. Either in privacy or with family and friends, the terraces and the garden will be appreciated as an ideal place to relax and for the long-awaited weekend grill. The villa benefits from the proximity of two hotels Arena Regia Hotel 5* and ArcadiaHotel 4*, three restaurants, Imperia Spa, one of the most popular spas in Romania, indoor pool, outdoor pool (infinity pool), children's pool, grounds tennis court, soccer field, children's playground, guest parking spaces, electric car charging station, ATM, etc. In the immediate vicinity there are other restaurants and terraces, supermarkets (Mega Image, Kaufland, Lidl, etc.), gas stations (gas stations), pharmacies. The excellent positioning of the complex offers residents quick access both to the city of Constanța and to Autostrada Soarelui. Photo: architect Cosmin Dragomir

Live amidst the architectural splendour of this meticulously preserved manor, embracing a lifestyle that seamlessly merges past and present.In the heart of the picturesque Transylvanian landscape, where tales of folklore intertwine with the echoes of history, Luxury Heritage in the Land of Legends stands as a testament to the enchanting allure of the region. Nestled at the very base of the iconic Rosenau Citadel, our haven beckons you to explore the rich tapestry of attractions that surround it. This exclusive property unfolds as a captivating ensemble of three meticulously restored Saxon houses, each transformed into a sanctuary of luxury accommodation. Tailored to accommodate a large family and/or group of friends, the property includes generous spaces for group gatherings and serene relaxation areas. It weaves together the rich tapestry of traditions and the graceful patina of time with contemporary elements, offering a haven of refined comfort. The kitchen is designed and equipped to support all sorts of events, from more intimate and private to larger and formal ones. The trio of houses, dating back to the 18th century, stands as architectural treasures, each with its unique character and charm. The Barn House is a space of charm and sophistication. The welcoming area is enveloped in an warmth of cozy atmosphere and hospitality, where every detail is designed to make the stay memorable. The lounge area serves as a retreat for relaxation and contemplation, inviting to savour the ambiance and leave the cares of the world behind. The breakfast salon where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee is blending with the scent of the gourmet delicacies is adjoined by the kitchen where culinary artistry meets functionality. Upstairs, the Barn House includes four two-stories suites, each being a sanctuary of comfort and style. The private retreat exudes elegance and every detail is curated to enhance the senses of well-being. In the Artisan's House, the space that is inspiring and inviting to creativity includes a ground floor apartment, a double room at the attic, as well as a generously space dedicated to a larger apartment that consists in a living room, kitchen, cellar, four bedrooms and three bathrooms. Also, the building includes a sauna and a relaxing area. The Painter’s House is a wonderful blend of historic traces and luxury comfort. The ground floor is dedicated to an elegant and spacious dining area adjoined by a sophisticated bar area. Upstairs the space includes three spectacular luxury duplex suites with a distinguished level of comfort and style. Adding another layer to this historical character and dating back to 1780, the original ceilings stand as venerable guardians of bygone eras. The walls are adorned with paintings that bear witness to the artistry of the late 18th century. These carefully preserved artworks serve as visual echoes of the past, offering glimpses into the cultural and artistic currents that prevailed during the era of their creation. As residents traverse the elegant spaces, they are enveloped by an immersive experience, surrounded by the tangible history of original ceilings and paintings that have withstood the test of time, inviting to admiration and contemplation. Within the curated spaces of the estate, the Donghia Chair - Anziano by the renowned American designer John Hutton takes center stage, marrying contemporary elegance with a touch of timeless allure. Elevating the comfort quotient to the pinnacle of timeless sophistication, the estate invites residents to luxuriate in the embrace of Chesterfield sofas or to indulge in William Holland bathtubs. The Porch is a newly built modern structure which provides a contemporary relaxation area. The architectural finesse of The Porch allows a seamlessly integration of the new element into the historical ensemble.The space extends its luxury experience beyond its cover into the tranquil atmosphere of the meticulously landscaped outdoor area.

Historic house with neo-Romanian style architecture, located between the Căderea Bastiliei and Calea Dorobantilor, built in 1911 according to the plans of the engineer Athanasie Bolintineanu, to serve as his residence. Athanasie Bolintineanu was a descendant by alliance of the famous Bolintineanu family, represented by the poet and diplomat Dimitrie Bolintineanu. As chief engineer of Bucharest City Hall, Athanasie Bolintineanu coordinated the development of boulevards Elisabeta, Carol I and the construction of the Capital City Hall headquarters in front of Cișmigiu Park. He laid the foundations of the first cement factory in Romania, then called the Bolintineanu Brothers Factory. The house of engineer Bolintineanu is represented by an imposing building with ample elements of neo-Romanian architecture, concentrated both on the facades of the house and on the interior in the most important rooms, built on a plot of 1,725 square meters and arranged on a basement, semi-basement, upper ground floor and attic. Its massive presence is given especially by the ratio between full and empty, very well emphasized by the windows of the rooms on the ground floor placed on either side of the gazebo that occupies the central position. The gazebo is decorated with circular medallions, grouped in the free space left by three columns, decorated in turn with floral capitals. The covered terrace in the south-west corner of the house also has a pronounced decorative character, with wooden pillars carved with motifs inspired by folk architecture. The other sides of the house have a much more sober architecture, the only decorative elements being the stone plinth, the wooden lintel inlaid with folk motifs and the borders of the openings on the ground floor. The building benefits from four access ways, two of which are on the main facade and one each on the east and west sides. In addition to the distinctive architectural style, another important element of attraction of this property is the potential for future development by extending the building to the rear, with the possibility of it being converted into an apartment complex that combines the current historical style with the modern one. , in a privileged area of Bucharest. Photo: Gabriel Ghizdavu

Inaugurated on 12 of July 1914, the Palace Hotel had from the beginning the luxury necessary for its privileged category. From the very beginning and due to the contractual nature of its construction (to accommodate, at the required standing, those willing to play appreciable sums at the casino), the Palace Hotel had the most elegant facilities: 250 rooms or apartments, electric light, hot and cold water in each room, bathrooms on each floor, elevators for people and their luggage, hallways, correspondence room, smoking room, ice factory, omnibus-car service and the famous restaurant with Romanian-French cuisine. Through the amounts followed to be invested,the construction of the hotel was one of the most important clauses of the contract, In Alphonse Heitz's offer (to be returned to the municipality after 6 years of operation), the hotel becomes a reality (for its own use) through the efforts of Baron Edgard de Marçay and the Society of Great Establishments, although impediments and postponements are not lacking in the authentic Balkan way. Located in the most picturesque place on the Black Sea shores, the hotel is built in the eclectic style specific to the French Riviera. The main facade, designed symmetrically and monumentally, like the whole building, in fact, has as central element the entrance, flanked by two large consoles, provided at the top with Empire type garlands. Each level is individualized: the ground floor windows have a slightly arched arch, the first floor alternates balconies with hardware and masonry, the second floor has a rhythmic series of balconies with hardware on consoles, the following levels are separated by a frieze with Greek wave, and the semi-circular windows of the last level with small balconies and the same hardware, are flanked by massive consoles. The facade from the sea is higher, because the hotel follows the shore slope, introduces an asymmetrical element through the staircase that reaches the level of the key. Its impressive French neoclassical monumentality, the diversity of the quotations, based mainly on the Mediterranean tradition, gave Hotel Palace, the belonging to the category of modernity and not of traditionalism.

We offer you an impressive mountain villa, determined to withstand fairytale winters and cool summers. The solid, stone-clad ground floor provides a strong foundation as well as space for technical rooms, storage and garage. The floors overlap elegantly and lightly over this level, preferring wood as a protective and decorative material. The generous terrace offers a splendid view of the mountains, and the brick oven promises hearty meals. The picturesque shrubs on the property and the perfectly manicured lawn make a good impression but cannot compete with the forest that starts right behind the house. The interior is classically furnished, with cognac-colored wood pieces, warm and restful; the fireplace tames the winter, as does the well-stocked bar in the living room. The fully furnished and equipped kitchen welcomes many guests to the table, and the villa is also generous in terms of sleeping area, having eight bedrooms. The villa is located in Cumpătu, a privileged neighborhood in Sinaia, the charming royal resort that offers so many options for spending free time.

The villa was built in the interwar period according to the plans of the architect Octavian Doicescu, member of the Romanian Academy, Doctor Honoris Causa of the Ion Mincu Institute of Architecture in Bucharest, known for numerous projects, such as the Romanian House Pavilion at the “New York World's Universal Exhibition Fair 1939, of the Palace of the Society of Romanian Writers, the ensemble of the Polytechnic Institute of Bucharest, the building of the Romanian Opera and other public and residential projects in Bucharest and in the country. The Mântuleasa area came into being during the Brâncovenilor period outside the city and would develop around the church of the same name, being incorporated into the hearth of the city in 1752. Personalities such as Mihai Eminescu, Mircea Eliade, Petre Țuțea, Panait Istrati or Mircea Vulcănescu, lived and created in the Parisian-scented houses of the famous slum. Built at the end of 1936, with a layout on five levels, respectively Bs2+Bs1+Gf+1F+A, made of brick on reinforced concrete frames and beams, the house in Mântuleasa was designed for practical, generous spaces that benefit from full of natural light. There are 12 rooms, 6 bathrooms, 2 kitchens, a terrace on the ground floor, two balconies on the first floor, a very high cellar in the second basement and a garage in the first basement. It has a free yard of approximately 350 square meters with green spaces and the possibility of parking for at least 2 cars. Characterized by a minimalist and modernist charm at the same time, solid from a constructive point of view, the villa can have multiple future destinations, both as a chic residence that preserves and carries forward with dignity the fragrance of the interwar period, as well as space for business, restaurant , law firm, notary, company headquarters. Photo: Gabriel Ghizdavu

An intimate guesthouse, meticulously designed and managed, with only 10 accommodation places accessible exclusively to those who book it in full; its positioning between the forest and the river allowed the paving of a private road. Moreover, the surface of the land (4.81 ha of which the pasture has 33230 m2 with 10000 beech forests) guarantees quiet and fragrant use – there’s hayfield has 13226 m2 and 20 ares are covered with blackberry crops. The contemporary rustic design has elements that seem brought from nearby, lowered by raft on the river; in reality, the construction combines local tradition with modern technology - the logs are processed by hand, uncalibrated, sanded and cleaned according to Canadian technology, with a diameter between 35-50 cm, the insulation inside being made with natural sheep's wool processed in Austria. In the basement, there is a relaxation area with showers (infrared sauna and table tennis) and a dining room for 16 people, as well as space for a washing machine, a fully equipped kitchen and a food storage area. On the ground floor there are the reception with the living room and two of the bedrooms, on the first floor are the other two bedrooms and the host's room which can be used as a bedroom for children. Each room has its own dressing room and bathroom, decorated in neutral, calming colors, some of them being equipped with bathtubs. The interior is bright, the white of the walls and textiles reflects the light and enhances the wood of the walls and the beams on the ceilings. The living room and two of the four double bedrooms have a fully glazed wall so that the eye can enjoy the view. The rooms are large, having about 30 square meters each; the atmosphere given by the fireplace and solid wood furniture being discretely completed by a few pieces that outline clean, open, light spaces. A terrace equipped with a gas cylinder grill, cauldron, disc for frying with wood and a 60 sqm wooden gazebo that can be organized as a summer kitchen completes the offer.The heating of the rooms is done with radiators connected to the wood fuel boiler and with an individual fireplace (there is also an electric generator for the production of electricity on diesel and a mixed electric boiler; heating from the boiler of 500 l). The property has video surveillance installations, burglary installation, smoke detection installation and central, lightning protection and installation of 2 photovoltaic panels. The water supply is done by capturing a source of drinking water, and the waste water is discharged into a drainable basin.Gersa Valley, quiet and picturesque, isolated between Telcișor Valley and Parva Valley, has a good view of the mountains with an opening towards the peak of Tibleș. Fir and beech forests predominate in the area, the altitude being 1000m, near the protected area of the Rodna Mountains. Karsts, conifer forests and deciduous forests, swamps, peatlands, meadows and pastures in the Tăușoare-Zalion karst complex create the perfect environment for relaxation, nature walks and hunting - brown bear, deer, roe deer, fox, fox and rabbit. Those who are passionate about bird watching enjoy the meeting with grouse, black grouse, red wagtail, black woodpecker, granger's tit, pheasant, great spotted woodpecker, nightingale, jay, blackbird and water blackbird, cuckoo and finch. The Rodnei Mountains National Park is also nearby with forests ofspruce, beech, hornbeam, sky, linden, white poplar, wild cherry, blackberry and rose hip. The Izvorul Tăușoarelor cave is 3.5 kilometers away from the guesthouse.The distance from Cluj Napoca airport is 125 km, the distance from Bistrița is 45 km - 1 hour and 10 minutes by car or 12 minutes by helicopter.The guesthouse has a classification certificate of 5 daisies (the highest level for guesthouses) and holds all operating authorizations DSP, DSVA, Romanian Waters, including the environmental authorization.

Residence is an understatement. Rather, it is about a large-scale residential concept, surrounded by positive energy, built in the heart of Codril Vlăsiei, a short distance from the future A0 - ring highway, Henri Coandă International Airport and Băneasa Shopping City. Hidden from the hectic life and pollution of the city, in an area where you can hear the chirping of wild birds from the window, this unique property has a plot of 14,000 square meters, a privilege that few residential properties enjoy in the immediate vicinity of the Capital. Generous rooms, solid wood floors, stained glass windows, woodwork and classic, timeless finishes are just a few of the attributes of the home that looks like something out of a modern fairy tale. The indoor pool and fireplace welcome frosty days, and the seemingly endless garden, which together with the tree-lined lake and relaxing walks through the private forest, emphasize the true definition of luxury. The property has photovoltaic panels with a power of 17 kw and a prosumer function, an internal elevator and a covered garage for 3 cars. It is a rare purchase opportunity with a beautiful story behind it, where the owner over time joined several parcels of land, including a piece of oak forest, which is now an integral part of the property. In addition to practical compartmentalization and tasteful finishes, the house can be lived in by two families by separating the areas. Being at the first sale since the construction, the owner confesses that it is hard to part with it, sharing the following story: Many times when I was preparing for the launch of the project I asked myself, what should my house look like? I browsed dozens of sites with famous projects, photos of famous houses, medieval villas and historical monuments. Neither seemed to be the expression of my expectation. I always told myself that I wanted it to reflect the situation of my childhood home, where no one could look in unless invited but, on the other hand, it had its back to the garden and the forest. And at the same time, to have a wide opening to the forest, to be separate but also connected to a service area. Well, if they could let the forest penetrate inside, that would be even better. And if I can get the vegetation to spread, symbolically, into the house, it would be wonderful to be able to light a fire that doesn't screen my view of the garden and the oak trees. From the beginning, I imagined a house with large windows, the size of a football goal, with wide doors, with openings through which nature and the forest could pass and embrace it from all sides. When I first stepped into the clearing with waist-deep grass, surrounded by tall oaks, I said to myself: This is the place for my house! Photo: Dan Călin

Designed by the family architect, G. Gracoski, the villa of Commander Nicolae Gracoski is one of the beautiful historical houses of the Capital. Named after its first owner, commander of the Military House of the Royal Court with the rank of rear admiral, the villa was built between 1908-1910, in a neo-baroque style with neo-Romanesque influences, on a generous plot of over 1,000 square meters of land near the Park Ioanid and the Grădina Icoanei Park, framed by the houses of famous families such as Callimachi, Văcărescu or personalities such as Alexandru Xenopol, Alexandru Macedonski, Eugeniu Teoharie, Radu Arion. The area is famous, being considered even today as one of the most elegant residential areas in the center of Bucharest. The imposing building that we still see today went through an extensive stage of renovation and reconsolidation that was completed in 2009, on which occasion the exterior and interior carpentry was replaced with solid wood, the floor was raised, the exterior terraces have were covered with travertine with a sensor heating system, the bathrooms were covered with granite or marble, an electric elevator was installed, a basement pool and a garage for two cars were built. Following the consolidation and restoration works, the interior spaces were reconfigured and brought up to the standards of the current period, thus offering the possibility of developing various functions: residence, offices, representative office, public institution, restaurant, etc. The property covers 1,609 sqm, has a height regime of Bs+Gf+1F+A and is composed of 10 rooms, 7 bathrooms, a 64 sqm ground floor terrace, a 43 sqm terrace on the top level and a double garage in the basement. It has 7 parking spaces, two in the garage and five in the yard. Beyond the distinctive architecture and interior decorations, the main attraction of the property remains the location. The villa benefits from an ultra-central position, in the heart of Bucharest, and a beautiful garden, to which is added the discretion and tranquility offered by the two historical parks: Grădina Icoanei Park and Ioanid Park. So, whenever there is the possibility of a relaxing walk on the romantic alleys of the two famous parks, feeling the sensation of returning to the Belle Epoque period of the old Bucharest.

The villa, built in 2014 on 2,600mp of land, is a testament to the contemporary style - modern architecture based on asymmetric volumes, wide openings and straight, clean lines, stripped of superfluous decorations. The fence and walkways are flanked by carefully selected mature vegetation; a long pedestrian walkway runs parallel to a 6x12m ornamental pond and driveway, one leading to the entrance to the house, the other to the double garage. The villa has 400 useful square meters on the ground floor (living room, kitchen, technical space, spa area, bathroom, garage) and the first floor with 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, dressing room and laundry room. The whole life of the house is oriented towards the back area - the living room on the ground floor and the elegant terraces on the first floor lead to the 5x10m pool heated with panels and guarded by shrubs and plants that lend it a vague Tuscan air. This location provides peace and privacy. The interior has a soothing color that oscillates between shades of tobacco, ivory and chocolate; the atmosphere is calm, quiet, refined; a modern fireplace that preserves the clean and straight lines of the house also contributes to this. Large glazed surfaces, curtains and blinds carefully negotiate the dosage of natural light inside, and the opening of the living room to the terrace and pool is done fluidly, as a natural extension when the season allows it. The hand of an interior designer can be discreetly felt everywhere. The master bedroom surprises with soft textures and a fireplace; bathrooms are stylish with monochrome trends and premium sanitary ware. The entire villa shows great care for the quality and refinement of the finishes and furnishings - it has a French oak staircase, underfloor heating, corian boards, fiber optics. The relaxation area is not neglected either, the villa having a sauna, spa and jacuzzi. The property enjoys the advantages of being located in Păulești, the select residential area of the city of Satu Mare. photo Florin Pepene

In a long and broad valley cut through thick woods stand few houses, clustered here and there, rather spread among large tracts of green land—on such land, with forest on three sides, a lover of green has built in 2007 a solid stone foundation on which he then aligned, horizontally, round, neat and straight logs in the shape of a house. A wide terrace, house to red geraniums, allows one to take possession of the property with a glance - everything is green, welcoming and alive; the vocabulary of the house does not include concrete, asphalt and plasterboard. Soft and warm logs are used inside as walls; mbroidered curtains, local pottery and a door painted with folk designs join the carved entrance gate and anchor the house in tradition; the computer and photovoltaic panels stand as symbols of the present. On the surrounding land, long branches hang heavy to the ground; somewhere in between them there is a bear watch shelter. Here at dusk there’s that ineffable feeling when the body feels the day slowing down and the soul vibrates in communion with nature. The ground floor means common spaces - living room, kitchen, dining area and bathroom. The corner stove promises to burn hot in the winter; in summer, the wood does its duty and keeps cool. The sleeping area consists of three bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs. For summer days, the gazebo with grill/oven solves the eternal dilemma what are we eating today, and the table tennis room breaks the tranquility with a little competitive spirit. When too much forest threatens the balance, the Sovata resort is 15 km away, ready to offer its attractions: lakes with chlorinated and sodium waters, restaurants or hiking on the Salt Mountain and Gurghiu Mountains, towards Vârful Cireșelu or Saca Hill; Praid, Corund, Odorheiu Secuiesc, Călimănesti, and Rimetea are not far away either. photo Florin Pepene

This contemporary mansion, built in 2018, is ideally suited to both holiday and permanent living. Furthermore, the size and the layout of the domain are ready to cover various commercial purposes and services, such as office area, a store, a restaurant, an event venue or a kindergarten. The city of Baia Mare is only 8 km away and the European Route E58 is within easy reach. We are talking about a mansion arranged on GF + 1F + AT, which spans 1000 m² of dynamic living space and 1,5 ha of surrounding land, including: a lake with fish, gardens and pedestrian alleys through the yard. The imposing mansion comprises eight spacious rooms and six bathrooms. Each space was conceived in detail and personalized to provide a spacious oasis of relaxation, where natural light floods. The entire property has been designed to meet all the current requirements of modern living, and is built with its own two heating systems. A timeless spiral staircase, with an undeniably elegant allure, leads us to the upper floors. The materials used in the construction of the property, among which we list the oak, sessile oak, teak and ash wood, announce the highest quality and they succeed in increasing the value that the future owners can give to the property, in consideration of the purpose they decide upon, be it residential or commercial. Here, anyone can fall in love with the view, the tranquility of the area and the refreshing, clean air.

In a Bucharest of high hopes, fueled by the end of the First World War, Dr. Ion Moscu was constructing his house, on a land bought from the Catargi family. Doctor Ion Moscu was a leading personality of the time, being the first Romanian doctor trained in Paris, doctor of the Patriarch of Romania and of the Royal House. The architectural plans of his house were made by the famous architect Gh. Simotta, who sketched a splendid Neo-Romanian style building. Gheorghe Simotta (1891-1979) was born into a family of Aromanians from the mountains of Macedonia and took refuge with his family in Romania after graduating high school. He attended the Superior School of Architecture under the guidance of masters Petre Antonescu and Ermil Pangratti. His more than 120 projects are from the inter-war period and are mostly found in Bucharest: the Patriarchal Residence, Darvari Hermitage, Gomoiu Hospital and numerous private villas, collective dwellings and funerary monuments in Bellu cemetery. His early style is based on Neo-Romanian elements, to which are gradually added modernist, Art Deco, Balkan resonances or influences of Byzantine decorative art. The restrictions imposed by the communist regime made him abandon his design activity and serve for 30 years as a professor at the Faculty of Architecture in Bucharest. After a meticulous rehabilitation, modernization and restoration project that lasted about three years, Moscu's building in the heart of the Capital became a veritable boutique hotel. The downtown location and architectural value imposed the concept of boutique hotel. Currently, it has ten rooms with generous surfaces (25-40 sqm) and a 90 sqm apartment, some of them equipped with balcony or loggia. Each room is furnished differently, according to the history and architecture of the building. The furniture in classic style is complemented by pieces with styles from different eras: Ludovic XV, Art Nouveau, Biedermeier or Empire. For the finishing of the precious interiors, solid wood, Versailles parquet and marble were used. Moscu's building represents the opportunity to own an architectural jewel in the center of Little Paris, signed by a famous architect, who already functions successfully as a luxury hotel, with loyal guests and a specialized team, well trained to offer an impeccable service for notable clients. Source: Cornel Samara, „Gheorghe Simotta – între nobleţe şi arhitectură”, Sfântul Ierarh Nicolae Publishing, Brăila, 2014 Photo: Andrei Mărgulescu

Ideally located on the vibrant Romanian Black Sea coast, this exceptional property represents the ultimate in luxury beachfront living. The villa is part of the award-winning Marina Regia Residence resort, a Mediterranean-style project created by renowned French-Romanian architect Mircea Mihai Pupazan and nominated for the 2008 Bucharest Architecture Annual. Marina Regia Residence offers the ultimate experience in relaxed, contemporary living – the security of an exclusive gated community combined with gorgeous green spaces and direct access to Marina Regia Beach, one of only four Blue Flag beaches in Romania. Exquisite design, special attention to detail, and impeccable services are the hallmarks of the resort. The villa is ideally suited to both holiday and permanent living. It spans 436 m² of dynamic living space and 1,000 m² of surrounding land, including an ample, meticulously manicured mature garden with automatic sprinkler system that is perfect for relaxing and entertaining. The villa is fully furnished and boasts top of the range fittings: open plan living/dining area, bespoke kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 3 luxury bathrooms, fully finished loft conversion, utility room, extensive storage space, and 2 car automated door garage. The villa is built to the most exacting structural standards (reinforced concrete structure with brick walls, own heating system, and double pane 3-layer engineered wooden joinery with wooden shutters). It features cable TV, telephone, and internet. Marina Regia Residence features two luxury hotels, Arena Regia Hotel 5* and the perfectly formed boutique Arcadia Hotel 4*, three restaurants, nationally renowned Imperia Spa, a Roman baths inspired indoor pool, an outdoor infinity pool, a children’s pool, tennis courts, a football pitch, a playground, extensive parking including electric vehicle charging points, and ATM. Marina Regia Residence is conveniently located in the proximity of several restaurants, supermarkets, drug stores, and filling stations. The city of Constanta and the Sun Highway (the Bucharest-Constanta highway) are within easy reach. Photo: arch. Cosmin Dragomir

The town of Şomcuta Mare is located in the south-western part of Maramureș County, connected to the European road E58, Baia Mare - Cluj Napoca, at a distance of 25 km from Baia Mare. The popular tradition says that the name of Șomcuta Mare springs from the cornel shrubs that were found in abundance in these places, that once gave the name of the forest near Văleni village – Corneasa. Regarding this forest, it is said that it stretched over the borders of Şomcuta Mare and that, in the middle of it, there used to be a fountain, around which the community developed. From the first history records, it is shown that Șomcuta Mare had a predominantly Romanian population. This is proven by all the evidence that has been preserved in this regard about the Chioar Domain – where Șomcuta Mare was a part of. One of the historical monuments in Șomcuta Mare, this imposing building was built by the Austro-Hungarian State, between 1880 and 1890, to function as the Chiorean Commercial Bank, the first bank in the area. Currently, the building is connected to all utilities and services: gas, electricity, water supply and drainage. A few years ago, more precisely in 2003, the building had its roof and windows replaced, thus carrying out an important renovation process. Arranged on the following floor system: lower ground + ground floor + first floor + attic, this building provides that investment that you have always been looking for: its positioning and layout represent potential for various developments. It can bring many further exciting opportunities, starting from the industrial production ones to commercial ones. The building can function efficiently as a hotel, restaurant, kindergarten, school or nursing home. It accommodates 37 rooms and 5 bathrooms, with a pragmatic planning. Photo: Florin Pepene

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.