A grand Spanish villa with a starring role in ‘Vicky Cristina Barcelona' asks $28M for sale
The historic villa that played a starring role in 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' — Woody Allen's 2008 romantic drama — has come to market, offering a rare opportunity to live inside a movie scene for roughly $28.3 million.
Perched atop Putxet Hill near Barcelona's Tibidabo mountain, the nearly 11,000-square-foot estate served as the home of Patricia Clarkson's character in the film, and played host to much of its sun-drenched intrigue.
Clarkson's played the role of Judy — a distant relative of Vicky (played by Rebecca Hall). Hall's character stayed with her and her husband at the Spanish abode in the film.
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12 The Barcelona villa featured as Patricia Clarkson's house in 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' is now on the market for roughly $28 million.
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The residence was designed in 1917 by Enric Sagnier, a celebrated Catalan architect whose work blends modernism, art nouveau and classical Spanish forms.
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Though less internationally famous than his contemporary Antoni Gaudí, whose work around the city draws visitors from around the world, Sagnier left a deep imprint on Barcelona's architectural landscape.
The villa is rich in detail and atmosphere, with Plateresque flourishes like arched windows, ornate ironwork and a dramatic oak entrance.
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12 A study.
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12 An indoor loggia.
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12 The kitchen and breakfast space.
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Inside, the main level opens into a grand foyer that flows into a nearly 800-square-foot living and dining salon.
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Sunlight pours into a long gallery, leading out to a terrace and a pool carved into the rocky terrain of Mount Putxet.
The property includes seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms, including a primary suite that spans much of the second floor, with dual dressing rooms, a 550-square-foot bedroom and a private terrace overlooking the city.
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12 One of seven bedrooms.
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12 A wine cellar.
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The kitchen wing includes a wine cellar and dedicated service quarters, while the uppermost level offers exposed beams and sweeping views of Barcelona's skyline.
The listing is held by Lucas Fox, a luxury brokerage specializing in high-end Spanish properties.
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