Mansion for sale

Villa Colonia is an exquisite property. It was built most probably in 1905, as one of the few high-end homes in Krzyki. It was the outermost residential building in Wroclaw right at the boundary of the village of Krzyki (at the time called Krietern ). The present day Rapackiego Street used to run parallel to one of the main outbound roads to the towns of Swidnica and Jelenia Góra. On a clear and sunny day, from the windows on the south side one can see the massif of Sleza and Sowie Mountains with the view extending as far as to the mountain of Chelmiec near Walbrzych. Villa Colonia played a special role in the history of Wroclaw during World War II – it was here where the instrument of surrender of Festung Breslau was signed on 6 May 1945 bringing the so much desired peace. The very table on which the instrument was signed has remained to this day and is offered as part of the property’s furniture.

After the war, the premises were occupied by the Tax Chamber and next served as lodgings for the academics of Wroclaw universities. One of them finally acquired the entire property and made it his family home and head office of his company. 

Currently, the property is up for sale.

Gross area: 586.17 sq.m,

Site area: 847 sq.m.

Net and gross internal areas of the respective storeys of the building:

Semi-basement: 189.06 sq.m

Ground floor: 122.82 sq.m floorspace (entrance enclosure, entrance hall, study, living room, office, staircase and toilet) + 35.01 sq.m terrace 

First floor: 113.55 sq.m (two guest bedrooms, master bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, toilet, laundry room, corridor with staircase) + loggia: 4.12 sq.m 

Attic (overall): 121.61 sq.m , 93.66 sq.m in 1.95m headroom area (two guest bedrooms with utility closets, toilet, corridor with staircase)

Loft: ca. 20 sq.m (accessed from the attic via a folding staircase)

There is an attached ground-level garage on the north side of the building.

Villa Colonia is a one-of-a-kind property in Wroclaw. It is in turn key condition (no expenditure is required to move in).

Villa Colonia is an excellent choice for:

- Individuals with refined architectural taste looking for an exquisite property, who feel good surrounded by antiques and historic architectural details.

- People planning to create a multigenerational family home.

• Large families looking for a functional, ideally located building with a garden.

• Businesses – in particular for companies engaged in law, finance and taxes.

• Medical/pharmaceutical industry – in reference to the oral history of the place according to which before WWII the villa was owned by a pharmacist whose product offer included Eau de Cologne used at that time as a medicine

• Investors wishing to operate a luxury hotel – currently there is demand for this type of facilities located near Bielany Wroclawskie and with good access to the city centre.

• Companies/ individuals involved in rental business – individual rooms can be rented as offices, or a coworking space can be created. This building witnessed the signing of probably the most important document in Wroclaw's history.

• Cultural and scientific institutions – Internet users indicate this place as an ideal location  for Festung Breslau Museum, an art gallery or a library branch.

• Companies/ individuals planning to open a spa, medical clinic, dental clinic, aesthetic medicine clinic.

The semi-basement with almost 190 sq.m floor space was used as a metalwork shop.  After refurbishment, this space can be used as a dwelling, office or for any other purpose that may come to the owner’s mind. The remaining part of the house does not require any expenditures or renovation. The building underwent a major renovation completed in 2009, as evidenced by the appropriate documents (including an extensive building survey with detailed drawings).

The building was designed and built in the restrained Baroque style typical of the period between late 19th century and early 20th century, promoted by a Vienna architect Friedrich Ostendorf. The external features of the villa include elements of Vienna Secession (for example metal roofing over the main entrance to the building or the restored front fence).

There are three entrances to the villa: the main entrance from the garden and two service entrances to the semi-basement. None of the systems in the building requires repair or replacement.

Surrounding area:

the site (14 Rapackiego St.) is located in a quiet neighbourhood of luxury houses, close to South Park, with a very good access to the A4 motorway (10-minute drive) and to downtown Wroclaw. Numerous artistic initiatives are springing up in the area, including a nearby office of Project History, or the Karpowicz Family Villa which is currently being prepared to serve as the seat of the Ex-Centrum foundation of Olga Tokarczuk, Poland's Nobel prize winner.

Building specification:

Prospective buyers will have an opportunity to view the official building survey document entitled “Architectural and construction survey of Villa Colonia, a residential building with utility semi-basement part”.

A large sum was spent on the building renovation that included installation of a modern gas-fired hot water heating system meeting all the applicable energy efficiency and thermal insulation requirements.

Before the work commenced, an independent building survey had been done, including measurements of the building structure, plotting of the building systems and survey of building features. The objective was to keep the building fabric and interior décor intact as far as practicable.

Renovation and restoration was carried out in 1996–2009 and covered the entire premises. The work included: reconstruction and strengthening of the roof frame including restoration of the south facing dormer and attic conversion, replacement of the roof covering, including restoration of loft skylights, renewal and refurbishment of the staircase, repair of the building façade, restoration of damaged windows, wooden louvres, wing shutters and fixed wooden furnishings and furniture, including curtain poles, radiator covers, wooden wall panelling, custom office cabinets, framing of coltrinas, doorset elements and parquets, replacement of balustrades, and many other elements.

The utility semi-basement was also renovated and the front fence was restored, including the entry walk gate.

The objective was to restore the original high-end functional and architectural features of the property. Following the comprehensive renovation, a full building survey was carried out, in which an independent expert estimated that the building may be operated properly for a few dozen years. The building survey report will be made available during presentation of the property.

Contact us today for more information:

SDP Nieruchomosci

Robert Kordowski

Tel.: + 48 605 225 588