Turkish Ottoman Villa
![](https://www.catchpoleandrye.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/featured-42-1024x819.jpg)
Built in 1880 for a wealthy Maronite Christian Merchant, this splendid Turkish Ottoman building was the former Italian Embassy. The ambassador added Italian influences, transforming the building into a small Palazzo. The client, who studied history of art and has a passion for restoring historical buildings, first came to Catchpole and Rye, inspired by our […]