The Villa Borghese is located between the cities of Anzio and Nettuno. It owes its nickname Villa Bell’Aspetto to its location: From the hill on which it was built, there is a magnificent view of the sea.
A brief history of the Villa Borghese in Anzio
The Villa Borghese was built in 1647. Before it became the property of the family after which it is named, the building used to be owned by the Costaguti (until 1818) and the Torlonia. The Borghese family still owns the villa.
The structure is located inside a large park with ancient trees. The park is private property.
In 1925, Benito Mussolini stayed at the Villa Borghese.
In 1944, a complex of corridors was excavated underneath the Villa, to be used as headquarters by a U.S. Army unit during World War II.
The park was created in the 18th century and is planted with oak, pine and other species of trees.
Location
The Villa Borghese is located in the Via Mencacci, 2. Halfway between Anzio and Nettuno, this is officially part of the latter.
Accommodation
The Borghese rent out rooms on the property, both for short and for longer stays. For information, call +39 320 326 7793.