This magnificent villa served
as the cherished home of Dr. Abdel Wahab Mooro Pacha, his beloved wife Fatheya,
and their two sons Hashem and Hisham since the 1930s. Dr. Mooro Pacha was a
pioneering figure in modern surgery in Egypt, renowned for his work at the
Mooro Hospital in Cairo, Egypt and as the esteemed Dean of the Faculty of
Medicine at Cairo University. The Mooro family was also known for their
illustrious social gatherings in the vibrant community of Zamalek, hosting
countless events at the villa. One of the most memorable occasions was a
private performance by the legendary Om Kalthoum, who sang in gratitude to Dr.
Mooro Pacha after a successful surgery. Dr. Mooro Pacha passed away in 1979,
and Mrs. Mooro two decades later, leaving behind a legacy of excellence and a
home steeped in history and grandeur.
This luxurious villa boasts a
built-up area of 800 sqm and sits on a spacious 2,230 sqm plot. Upon entering,
a sunny vestibule with garden views and seating greets one on the left.
Straight ahead, sits a grand office decorated with old hand-painted stamps
designed and implemented in the 1940s.
This office also has wood cladding throughout, complete with a fireplace
and terrace access. To the right of the entrance, a wide and spacious foyer
houses a wooden staircase leading to the first floor. Parallel to the stairs, is a grand reception
hall adorned with unique French panels and features two seating areas with
access and open views of the green outdoor garden and terrace.
Attached to the reception
hall is a dining room and a charming winter garden. With its high ceilings and arched panoramic
windows, the Moroccan-style winter garden is filled with ample sunlight and a
direct view to the outdoor garden. A Moroccan water fountain, custom-designed
and surrounded by green wall cladding, adds to the room′s elegant ambiance.
On the first floor, an open
living and dining area awaits and is central to four surrounding bedrooms. The
first is ‘his suite’, with beautiful emerald green walls and burgundy curtains,
sharing a connected bathroom with ‘her suite’. The bathroom features a hip
art-deco style that blends 1940s classic elegance with contemporary flair. ‘Her
suite’ is a spacious room with an antique mirror and a private, charming
terrace.
From its spacious plot to its
elegant interiors, every detail of this luxurious property exudes timeless
charm and sophistication. Don′t miss your chance to own a piece of Egyptian
history in the heart of Zamalek.
