Villa Del Cavallo

EQUINE Paradise At Lake Tahoe

by Kara Larson Comfortably nestled at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and surrounded by sprawling western grassland and evergreen trees, the “Home of the Horse� exists as a sanctuary of peace and relaxation. Presenting the chance to immerse oneself in the luxurious privacy of a mountain-view home with spacious and accommodating areas for friends, both human and equine, Villa Del Cavallo also enjoys the benefits of all that Lake Tahoe has to offer: skiing, golf, restaurants, boating, fishing and more—venues that people from all over the world come to experience. The laidback lifestyle of this property is embodied by an afternoon spent on the veranda sipping a beverage and watching horses graze on the unfenced natural grass pastures next to the home. A four seasons resort on its own, Villa Del Cavallo is available for purchase by the discerning horse lover. now offered for sale

www.villadelcavallo.com

call: 1-775-400-7443

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email: agent@villadelcavallo.com

SPACIOUS SYMMETRY Encompassing a total of 9,193 square ft. enclosed living space, Villa Del Cavallo opens on the focal point of the property— the main residence. Just behind this large space and entirely accessible under covered walkways, the property also branches out into two appartmentos, an exercise room and indoor spa, a wine vault with temperature controls, a cigar/tasting room with ventilation, secure storage, a maintenance shop, two vehicle garages, and, of course, 8 stable/paddocks with a separate shower and tack room.

Entering the 4,000 square ft. main residence, the design calls on one to appreciate the beyond-the-ordinary aesthetic. The eye is drawn to the cruciform arched ceiling coming together from four directions to cover the entry vestibule. Looking through the curtains, the large atrium invites all to journey closer toward the soothing sound of the central stone fountain capped with a fourteen foot square skylight and two large Rumford fireplaces on either sidewall.

The coffered ceilings have large stone beams supported by Tuscan columns, allocating support uniformly in all four directions. Five bedrooms, consisting of four identical Guest Suites and one Master Suite all have a private bath and fireplace. Every room has individually controlled heating (hydronic–warm stone floors) and cooling (moisturized quiet forced air) as well as a fireplace for heating the old fashioned way. All of the rooms open to both the outside veranda and the inside atrium, so there are many venues perfect for entertaining.

Two kitchens, the first a large commercial type, is organized for serving larger groups, while the second is a smaller galley kitchen in the den, best for serving on the veranda. This large, furnished wrap-around veranda facilitates outdoor living for any occasion and time of year since the climate is incredibly mild, even in the winter. The main house also contains a large library conference room with mahogany built-in shelving and large capacity lateral file drawers. Curl up in front of the period fireplace with a good book or use the matched desks at the other end of the room for home office chores.

Further enhancing the resort-like feel of Villa Del Cavallo, privacy and interior noise reduction were maximized by the owners. Every room opens to the outside so guests can come and go as they please without disturbing others. Extreme soundproofing measures were employed, including double wall construction between rooms, gasketed doors and in utilizing wall materials of various densities through the attic to the roof. Even the walls themselves are set upon elastomeric rubber to isolate them from the rest of structure to minimize “broadcasting” in the home. In the end, the design and construction achieve complete privacy in all the rooms and also provide multiple venues for shared experiences for family and friends.

Moving behind the main house, the East and West appartmentos are each around 900 square feet and located at either end of the Barcesa. The first is for guests in the Porticato entertainment wing. The Porticato is perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining with facilities inside and outside for preparation and serving. The second appartmento is ideal for an Estate or Equestrian Manager.

“The Porticato is perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining with facilities inside and outside for preparation and serving.”

TIMELESS INSPIRATION The owners have called the property, “an experiment in adapting aesthetic shapes, proportions, and organizing space for practical uses.” To call a total living space an “experiment” is quite something in itself, yet, the source of this idea takes the intrigue one step further. The inspiration for the home was provided by the 16th century self-taught builder Andrea Palladio, an architectural virtuoso whose own inspiration goes back even further. Palladio was influenced by Vitruvius, the Roman builder-writer of pre-Christian Rome. The Palladian style adheres to Classical Roman principles in the legendary villas he designed in 16th century Italy. Now known as one of the most influential architects in Western architecture, Palladio’s designs have been translated through time in iconic works such as Thomas Jefferson’s beloved Monticello.

Today, Palladio’s architectural genius has transformed a pristine plot of Nevada real estate into a modern interpretation of western living. The owners of Villa Del Cavallo, as greatly inspired by Palladio’s designs as Jefferson was nearly 250 years ago, began their pursuit of realizing a strong vision for the home as they visited almost all of the Palladian Villas in Northern Italy. They hoped to build something classically precise and aesthetically profound, and the next step was adapting the design to the American West.

The owners’ greatest consideration fell on making the inside division of space work with its external logic. A symmetrical counterbalance from outside to inside was crucial in marrying the modern and ancient designs.

In the end, the elements of sight lines and balance create the magic of the villa, so it was a puzzle of adapting the antiquity of the design into a functional modern space.

“Spending time with horses has never been easier or more enjoyable, and the horses appreciate the roomy stalls, large pastures, and comfortable climate that comes along with this extraordinary property.�

EQUINE UTOPIA The paradise of Villa Del Cavallo goes beyond sipping a morning coffee on the veranda or curling up with a good book on the porticato; the soul of the villa exists in the grass pastures, the all-stone stalls, and the warm muzzles of beloved horses awaiting their evening carrots. Spending time with horses has never been easier or more enjoyable, and the horses appreciate the roomy stalls, large pastures, and comfortable climate that comes along with this extraordinary property. An interactive experience for all, the stables are accessible in a few steps under the covered walkway and, additionally, the stall doors have arched windows that allow for the horses to see the world while you are able to see them.

Within the barn, the stalls are a roomy 12' x 12' and each has a wind-protected paddock that opens to a fenced utility road for feeding and cleaning from the rear of the stall—in other words, there is a front and rear door for each stall. The stalls have rusticated stone wainscoting, a vertical plank, raised grain upper walls, and a smooth bright steel roof with a 12" x 12" wooden main beam. The front doors slide open and the rear double doors swing on rustic handmade hinges. All features are made entirely of composite stone, so there is no cribbing and everything is easily cleaned. Even the heated water trough is enclosed in stone, which simply lifts off for easy cleaning.

“Living with Arabians just steps away from the house also gives the opportunity to connect with them in a very personal and rare way. ” Each of the paddocks turn into fenced runs that can go into the 60’ round ring. And behind this is an open flat area that can accommodate a 100' x 200' arena. There are about 12 acres in fenced pastures and there is equestrian easement that runs for several miles around neighboring properties.

The stalls, barn, pastures, and riding rings of Villa Del Cavallo offer the Arabian horse a unique and peaceful haven perfectly suited for the magnificence of our beloved breed. In the beautiful and unique artistry of the property, a barn full of Arabian horses is the ideal complement to the charm and beauty of the villa while giving horses a naturally simple and full life. Living with Arabians just steps away from the house also gives the opportunity to connect with them in a very personal and rare way. After all, this is a horse we simply can’t live without, so enjoying them in new and exciting ways— trail rides, daily visits, grazing next to the house—would be an entirely inspired experience for both horse and owner.

“There are 12 acres of fenced pastures and there is equestrian easement that runs for several miles around neighboring properties.”

AN UNBRIDLED CHARM A ten-year project, the building of the home concluded in 2008—a worthwhile timeframe as the product came together as a seamless blend of artistic vision through ages of brilliant minds. Villa Del Cavallo offers a lifestyle and a charm that is truly one-of-a-kind. As a Palladian Ranch House, the single story home flows effortlessly from room to room in a spread-out arrangement echoing with the ambiance of past times. The owners placed great emphasis on the natural comfort of the space while also incorporating numerous interesting shapes and sightlines to liven up the home. The home is constructed entirely with 6” steel box-beam construction topped with an all glass-fiber reinforced concrete tile roof that will undoubtedly withstand anything Mother Nature wills to throw its way. Durability, beauty, comfort, and an informal elegance, the home possesses a certain simplicity of lifestyle unique in the western United States.

Constructed with a high degree of symmetry indicative of the Palladian inspiration, a patina of age encourages one to breathe in the fresh mountain air, put their worries behind them, and relax in the simplicity of life in the West while being in the heart of so many four season resort activities.

“Durability, beauty, comfort, and an informal elegance, the home possesses a certain simplicity of lifestyle unique in the western United States.”

For Those who Love to Live...

Unlimited activities minutes away from your personal four seasons resort.

World-Class Skiing

Fine Dining

Golfing

Boundary-Free Natural Wilderness

Fly-Fishing

Shopping

Diving

Gaming

Hot Air Ballooning

YOUR PERSONAL FOUR SEASONS RESORT For the prospective buyer, Villa Del Cavallo offers the rare opportunity to live in an exquisite piece of architectural history. Enjoying the interminable comfort of a life within an all-stone home adorned with horses and panoramic mountain views, your own personal “four seasons resort” promises an imaginative and down-to-earth life with the finest modern amenities. Within 30 minutes of 5-star restaurants, worldrenowned skiing, a wide range of golf courses, shopping, and more, the excitement of living at Villa Del Cavallo goes well beyond the breathtaking views. The rich grandeur of every detail in the home enhances the lifestyle, but you’ll discover that the true magic exists in the beauty of gazing upon the mountains from the back of your horse.

The Panorama of Villa Del Cavallo

“The rich grandeur of every detail in the home enhances the lifestyle, but you’ll discover that the true magic exists in the beauty of gazing upon the mountains from the back of your horse.”

now offered for sale

www.villadelcavallo.com

call: 1-775-400-7443

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email: agent@villadelcavallo.com