The Villa

Nestled in the heart of scenic Palmer Lake, Colorado, the Villa building itself is rich with history and old-world charm. Constructed around 1900 by John Lundquist, a Swedish carpenter, in 1912 the building was sold to Bruce and Alice Willis, who opened the Sundance Café and Hotel on the premises. During its history, the building has also served as a post office and ice cream parlor. The Romitti family opened the Roman Villa Restaurant in 1956 and operated in this facility through 1978. Linda Van Scoten Snyder served as proprietor from 1980 to 2000 during which time the lovely and romantic north dining room was added.