Villa Bella Vista, Historic Renaissance Revival house in Chester, Connecticut.
Villa Bella Vista stands as a two-story structure on a hill, featuring a three-story tower and stuccoed stone walls overlooking the Connecticut River.
Italian immigrant masons constructed this residence in 1908, following designs by owner Eila Pierre to replicate the architectural style of northern Italian farmhouses.
The residence incorporates Gothic pointed arch doors, French entrances to the piazza, and pergolas that demonstrate the fusion of European architectural elements.
Located at 7 Old Depot Road, the property received its National Register of Historic Places designation on December 28, 2000.
The mansion's design originated from Eila Pierre, who created the architectural plans without professional training while maintaining a controversial social presence.
Location: Connecticut
Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 41.40333,-72.44111
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:31
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