For sale: a seafront apartment of approximately 230 sqm in Castello Sem Benelli

An apartment for those who can distinguish the rare from the simply beautiful, for those who appreciate early 20th-century architecture, for those who seek the truly unique.

Within the castle built by the playwright Sem Benelli, this is a work suspended between sky and history.

Perched directly above the sea, we present a residence of about 230 sqm that is not just an apartment, but an architectural experience.

The heart of the property is a spectacular living room that opens into a true spatial masterpiece.

Large, soft arches frame three stone openings overlooking the water, where three balconies offer the sensation of a seagull pausing after a long flight to observe the horizon. The steps, with their distinctive design, become a sculptural element enhanced by marble and glass. The sea visually enters the space, becoming part of the interior: it is not only seen, but felt and experienced.

Light does not simply illuminate—it shapes every architectural element, creating a different atmosphere at every hour of the day, transforming space and volume into a scenography of shadows and light, suspended between reality and stage.

If you are simply looking for a beautiful apartment, this is not for you.

On the main floor, perfectly arranged: entrance hall, monumental sea-view living room, two double bedrooms each with en-suite bathroom, kitchen, and laundry room—offering a functional layout that harmoniously dialogues with the historic architecture.

The third bedroom is located on the upper floor, in the tower: a round, evocative and private space, accessible by elevator or via the original perfectly circular spiral staircase, illuminated by small windows offering a 360-degree view of greenery, sea, and sky. A space that alone tells the story of the property’s uniqueness.

Above, through a motorized hatch, you access a circular rooftop terrace: a privileged panoramic point where sunrise and sunset unfold before your eyes and the sea stretches endlessly. One can fall asleep and wake up to the dawn, then await the sunset without noticing time passing, as every moment paints a different canvas of colors. A rare, almost meditative place.

The apartment has been completely and recently renovated, with interventions that respect the architectural identity of the castle. It is sold fully furnished, with pieces carefully selected to enhance the beauty and expressive strength of this unique space. Every element dialogues with lines, volumes, and light, enhancing its contemporary soul without betraying its historic character.

The Castello Sem Benelli

The castle, declared a National Monument, was built in 1914 by architect Giuseppe Mancini for the poet Sem Benelli. It stands within a park of approximately 12,000 sqm of Mediterranean vegetation descending to the sea, where a private beach can be reached via a gentle path or a quicker staircase. Near the beach, the “poet’s house,” where Sem Benelli used to write, offers a shared space for residents to relax, read, or enjoy an aperitif. The entire façade has recently been restored to its original beauty. The property also includes two convenient parking spaces within the grounds.

This is not just a seaside home, but an irreplaceable architectural asset—a cultural investment. A truly unique place. Asking price: €1,890,000. Viewings are highly recommended, as neither description nor images can fully convey the emotions experienced upon entering.

This description is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contractual element; it may be subject to change without notice.

The apartment is also available for rent with a minimum monthly contract: €12,500 per month in June and September, and €15,000 per month in July or August.

To better assist you, all property viewings are by appointment only.

Upon request, we also have additional properties of various sizes not publicly advertised at the owners’ request. If what you are looking for is not among our listings, we can find it for you according to your needs.

Our experience and our finest proposals await you every day at the Porto Carlo Riva, where our office has been based for nearly 35 years.

While entering from the wrought iron gate of the Sem Benelli Castle, you are charmed by the exterior architectural details, which have recently been perfectly restored. The building is a clever fusion of heterogeneous materials such as the stone, the brick and the majolica that, thanks to the two towers, raise the castle between the greenery of the gardens and the blue of the sky.