Historic Lakefront Villa with Private Shoreline in Brandenburg’s Lake District

A park-like estate of over 9,000 m² with a manicured garden and mature trees between Lake Dagow and Lake Stechlin makes this country mansion with private lake access (approx. 70 m of shoreline) a true place of longing in the greater Berlin area. 

Built in 1907 as a representative and retirement residence for a Bremen merchant, the villa is set within Brandenburg’s renowned lake district. It was constructed to a high standard in the English country house style, incorporating elements of the Art Nouveau period at its peak. The original layout and historic detailing still reflect the bourgeois lifestyle of the early 20th century. 

At the heart of the house is a grand entrance hall with a ceiling height of approximately 7.5 meters and a sweeping staircase. Numerous original features have been preserved, including fireplaces, ornamental plasterwork, wood paneling and fine joinery. The library, dining room and winter garden offer views of the grounds and lake. The rooms retain their historic character while accommodating contemporary living needs. 

The top floor with its turreted bays adds a distinctive architectural highlight and opens up beautiful views of the estate and surrounding landscape.

The lower ground floor features several finished rooms suitable for home cinema, fitness, wellness and other uses.

The private access to Lake Dagow provides direct contact with nature and invites residents to enjoy walks, watersports or quiet retreat. The area is rich in flora and fauna and offers numerous opportunities for recreation.

This listed property appeals to both private enthusiasts and investors seeking to use it as an event venue or guest residence, all while enjoying the ideal balance between country tranquility and urban connectivity.

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS – VILLA STECHLIN

KEY FACTS

• Approx. 685.59 m² of total living and usable space
• Approx. 9,096 m² of land
• Private lakefront with approx. 70 meters of shoreline
• Impressive driveway
• Outdoor parking for 3–5 vehicles
• Winter garden
• Spacious rooms with opulent details
• Majestic fireplaces
• Ornate ceilings

GROUND FLOOR

• Grand entrance with sweeping staircase and gallery
• Entrance hall ceiling height approx. 7.5 m
• Original chandelier
• Fireplace
• Large living area with library
• Generous dining room for approx. 12 guests
• Access to winter garden
• Separate kitchen and utility rooms
• Office
• Two guest WCs

FIRST FLOOR

• Five private rooms
• Master suite with en-suite bathroom
• Access to a sun terrace with spectacular lake views
• Atelier
• Guest room with private shower room
• Built-in wardrobes in English Art Nouveau style
• Separate staircase from ground to top floor
• Two-room guest/staff apartment – ideal for guests or growing children
• Bathroom with bathtub

TOP FLOOR

• Belvedere level
• Living and sleeping quarters with en-suite bathroom
• Turret rooms with panoramic views
• Several additional rooms with storage
• Additional bedroom

LOWER GROUND FLOOR

• Hobby and leisure area with approx. 7 rooms
• Home cinema
• Comfortable ceiling height of approx. 2.15 m

OUTDOOR AREA

• Private lake access
• English-style landscape design
• Mature park trees
• Sun terrace with mosaic fountain
• Tea house
• Garden house
• Carport for 2 cars
• Music pavilion

LOCATION – BRANDENBURG

Stechlin is part of the Oberhavel district and lies within the Berlin-Brandenburg metropolitan region. The area is valued for its varied landscapes and rich recreational offering, including numerous lakes, forests and waterways such as the Havel River. To the north, the district borders Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, while to the south it connects directly to Berlin, reachable by car via the B96 highway in about 70 minutes.

Oberhavel is home to some of Brandenburg’s best-known castles, including Schloss Rheinsberg (approx. 10 km west of Stechlin), Schloss Oranienburg (approx. 50 km south) and Schloss Meseberg (approx. 30 km south), the official guest house of the German federal government.