A magnificent villa built in 1766 by an aristocratic Austrian family.
Located on the border with the town of Argegno, in one of the most beautiful valleys of the province of Como – Valley d’Intelvi, the villa connects Lake Como with Lake Lugano in Switzerland.
Description of the villa:
Ground floor:
Second and third floors:
All nine rooms of the villa have huge windows, from which offers stunning views of the lake and mountains. The fireplace room and bedrooms are decorated with natural silks produced by the best family manufactories on Lake Como.
The villa is decorated with a unique 18th century chandelier, previously located in the Chinese Embassy in Paris.
Historical heritage: The villa was completely restored in 2011, the original stucco and ceilings, floors made of hand-made tiles and rare types of marble were restored.
The walls are decorated with frescoes in the graffito technique, made by a master specializing in the restoration of architectural monuments.
The hall and the Small Living Room are decorated with hand-made wallpaper, protected by UNESCO and dating back to the early 17th century.
The current owners, passionate about Italian history, filled the villa with genuine works of art: paintings by Italian artists, silk tapestries, antique furniture with the coats of arms of the oldest families of Italy and chandeliers made of Murano glass. These elements create a feeling of luxury and immerse you in the atmosphere of the 18th century.
Garden: The villa is surrounded by a luxurious garden with two ancient fountains and rare surviving sculptures from the 18th century, which gives special charm and historical significance to this unique estate.
Information updated: 18.06.2024