Villa Rechsteiner

Villa Rechsteiner is a Venetian Villa from the 17th century located in Piavon di Oderzo (TV). Born as a summer residence for the Venetian nobility for managing agricultural activities, it is part of the Rechsteiner Estate, which today represents a perfect example of a multifunctional complex.
The manor house, the nerve center of the property, features a symmetrical quadrangular plan, developed over three floors, with a layout that allows observation of all four external sides from the center of the building. The central body is flanked by 17th-century structures (former barns and stables) connected by annexes from the 19th century.
The south facade facing the park is decorated with frescoes, in bright colors, referencing Greek mythology (including the myths of Niobe, Phaethon, Zeus, and Latona) and symbols of fertility (pomegranates, geese, and snails), likely created to celebrate a noble wedding and accompany moments of gathering and contemplation.
The green heart of the Estate and the Villa is undoubtedly the Rechsteiner romantic park, in Nordic style, strongly desired by Friederich Rechsteiner, founder of the Estate. The park covers over 3 hectares and within it houses centuries-old trees (including silver poplars and magnolias), bee hives, a charming pond enriched by water lilies and a Monet-style bridge, and an ancient underground ice house. In the heart of the park stands the Tea Temple, now used for the celebration of civil weddings.
The Villa and the historical annexes (such as the portico, the pigeon tower, the farmworkers' village, and the wine cellar) retain their period charm, currently hosting cultural events, weddings, guided tastings, and tours, the company headquarters, and the private residence of the owners.