Venice lagoon island with Napoleonic fort listed for sale

A private island in the Venice lagoon, featuring a Napoleonic-era fort, has been put on the market. Crevan, covering 5,700 square meters, is located about seven kilometers from Venice, near Burano and Torcello, and is accessible only by water. The sale is managed by Lionard Luxury Real Estate, with Dimora Italian Real Estate, affiliated with Christie's International, also involved. The asking price has not been publicly disclosed; interested buyers must inquire directly. Source: Clarin Source: Infobae

Historical background

The island's fort, measuring 215 square meters, was first built in 1806 during Napoleonic rule as part of Venice's defensive system. It was later expanded under Austrian control, and in 1866, after the Veneto was annexed to the Kingdom of Italy, Crevan passed to the Italian state, retaining military functions until after World War I. Subsequently, it became private property and was converted into a residence. Source: Euronews

Current features

The fort now contains four main rooms and two bathrooms, with modern utilities. The island includes two private docks, a small internal canal, and landscaped grounds. A restoration began in 1996, preserving the original structure. Urban regulations allow for potential expansion by combining auxiliary buildings. Source: Clarin Source: Euronews

Market and price

Dimitri Corti, CEO of Lionard, emphasized the exclusivity of private island ownership. While Italian media report a price of around €5.5 million, this figure has not been officially confirmed. Source: Euronews The lack of a public price is typical for high-value, unique properties. Source: Infobae