Overview
Welcome to the Palazzo on beautiful Lake Como. Relax
in one of the finest luxury Italian villas "a five-star" property that
sits over Lake Como. Our property is on 7 acres of beautiful and formal
gardens that start high up in the village of Moltrasio and runs to just
above the Lake's shore.
The gardens are some of Lake Como's
finest. There is an ornate Tuscan Garden, Olive Tree Grove, Fruit
Orchard, Kitchen Garden, Rose Garden, Cutting Garden and a spectacular
Swimming Terrace
For those who enjoy boating, waterskiing or just
swimming in the Lake, the Palazzo enjoys a lovely marina with its own
private dock.
Draw inspiration from the scenery, architecture and
furnishings at Palazzo . The historically designated eight-bedroom home
was built in the 18th century and was later home to the opera composer
Vincenzo Bellini. The Palazzo's breathtaking views of Lake Como and lush
grounds are matched in splendor by its carefully designed and lavishly
decorated interiors.
The Palazzo, redisigned by the famous
architect Felice Soavi has been frescoed by Andrea Appiani and from 1829
to 1833 has been The residence of the famous composer Vincenzo Bellini
who composed here La Sonnambula.
The ceilings on the public rooms as
well as the bedrooms are ornately decorated and painted. The floors are a
beautiful mixture of Cotto Lombardo, Seminato, and dark antique
wood.The Palazzo is filled with beautiful paintings, sculptures, rugs,
tapestries and Venetian chandeliers.
Perfect for large parties,
the property is surrounded by spectacular Italian-style gardens that
include a large swimming-pool with unobstructed views of the lake.
The
Estate is made up of a main villa, 2.787 sqm in size and a guest house,
250 sqm in size, located in a separated area and completely independent
from the main villa. The entire property was painstakingly restored and
renovated in 2002 with detailed attention given to every room and
feature.
Accommodation
Among the most spectacular of the
luxury Italian villas, Palazzo has eight stunning suites. The suites
are large averaging 1300 square feet and all have beautiful and large
bathrooms.
The suites are filled with antiques, rugs and
chandeliers that have been passed down over centuries. Most of the
chandeliers are antique Venetian and most of the suites' ceilings are
originally and ornately decorated. The floors are original Lombardy
Cotto or antique wood covered by beautiful, Persian rugs.
The
public rooms are the most spectacular of any of the luxury Italian
villas on Lake Como. Escape to the Music Room where Bellini wrote his
most famous operas--Sonnambula and Norma. The exquisite dining room
contains one of Andrea Appiani's most important frescoes. The bar
cinema is overlooked by a ten foot high ornately carved 400 year old
fireplace. For more casual dining, try the Tuscan Dining Room with
comfortable and lovely country Tuscan furniture.
With their
eleven working fountains, the Palazzo's grounds alone are a work of art.
Stroll down to the private dock on Lake Como, or up to the pool
terrace, which is surrounded by citrus trees, a greenhouse and a
12th-century bell tower. There are outdoor sitting and dining areas with
gorgeous views of the lake and mountains, as well as a gym and a
playground for children. In the evenings, make cocktails at the bar,
gather in the home theater or music and billiards rooms, and send the
kids to the two playrooms. For comfort and convenience, the property has
a fireplace, a wine cooler, computer and Wi-Fi access.
Soaring
ceilings, symmetrical layouts and elaborate moldings and frescoes make
the interiors of Palazzo stately and traditional. In the double-height
music room, an antique piano and tufted sofas sit under pale peach walls
and a second-floor gallery. Other sitting rooms feature a marble
fireplace and mahogany bar, and fresh flowers from the estate's garden
provide a finishing touch. The formal dining room has a beautiful
ceiling fresco by Andrea Appiani, while a second Tuscan-inspired dining
room is the place for more casual meals. Despite the well-preserved
elegance of the rest of the home, the fully equipped kitchen has
state-of-the-art appliances.
Palazoo has four bedrooms with king
beds, three bedrooms with queen beds and one bedroom with a twin bed;
all have en-suite bathrooms. As in the common living areas, many of the
bedrooms have rich paneling, sumptuous drapes and bedding and Murano
chandeliers, and the bathrooms are clad in more paneling, wallpaper or
marble.
The main Palazzo occupies three floors:
The Ground Floor is dedicated to the living and reception areas.
A
splendid marble stair gives access to the first floor where is the
large and frescoed living room with piano, the fitness room and 3
magnificent bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms.
On the second floor 5 additional bedrooms with bathrooms.
Beautiful
floor tapestries cover the ancient Lombard terra-cotta and wood floors.
Collection of prints and engravings decorate the walls, stylishly
fabrics, upholstery, and drapery are found throughout while the windows
provide beautiful view of the lake and the garden.
There are two
pianos in the Palazzo. One is a perfectly restored antique Bluethner
that once sat in the Leipzig Concert Hall. It rests in the Music Room
which is a spectacular room with 30 ft. high ceilings, Albertolli
frescoes and stunning views of the lake. The other piano is a player
piano that plays jazz, modern and classical music on its own for lazy
nights when no one feels like playing.
The Palazzo is children
friendly. In the back garden next to the kitchen is a wonderful outdoor
play area with beautiful wooden slide, swing set and rope climb.
The
gardens of the Palazzo are considered some of the most historic and
beautiful on Lake Como. Guests can cut their own flowers in the Cutting
Garden or Rose Garden for fresh flowers in the Palazzo. There is also an
extensive Vegetable Garden and Orchard so that the guests can enjoy
fresh fruit and vegetables during their stay.
The Swimming
Terrace is spectacular. The terrace is filled with lemon and Olive
trees. The views of Lake Como are stunning from the Swimming Terrace
which is the warmest part of the garden. Overlooking the swimming pool
is Sant Agata's 12th century bell tower. There is also a beautiful 200
year old greenhouse on the terrace. There are 11 working fountains on
the property that add cool freshness and sound to the hot summer
afternoons.
The Palazzo property ends at the lake's shore. The
dock area is beautiful. It is encased in antique Moltrasio stone both on
the walls and on the steps leading to the water. The dock area is
filled with roses, creeping jasmine and oleander.
Upon request and at an additional charge it is possible to rent a boat which can be moored at the dock of the Palazzo.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Bedroom 1
The
suite has a 180 cm bed, a marble fireplace, views of Lake Como, and a
bathroom with a shower and separate tub with a handheld shower.
Suite
Laura is 1418 square feet and is the most spectacular suite in the
Villa. It is positioned at the corner of the Palazzo with magnificent
views of the lake to the north and the south. The entire suite is wood
paneled and painted decoratively reflecting the Villa's eighteenth
century origins. In the bedroom is a large grey marble fireplace that is
original to the Palazzo. The bedroom is 612 square feet and the
bathroom is 648 square feet. For the Signora is a delicate powder room
of 158 square feet.
Bedroom 2
The suite has a sitting
room, a bedroom with 180 cm bed, views of the lake and swimming pool,
and a bathroom with a tub with a handheld shower.
Suite della Nonna
faces the lake, with beautiful views of the lake and the swimming pool.
This suite is 1026 square feet. The bedroom is 432 square feet. It has
beautifully restored wooden floors, Zoffany wallpaper and important
paintings and antiques. This suite has a beautiful and separate sitting
room of 378 square feet and lovely bathroom of 216 square feet with
antique Rotterdam WC and steel English bathtub.
Bedroom 3
The suite has a bedroom with a 180 cm bed and a bathroom with a shower and separate tub.
Suite
Camilla has beautiful views of the mountains and of Moltrasio. Suite
measures 943 square feet and contains a large bedroom of 643 square feet
and a bathroom of 300 square feet. The bedroom has antique wooden
floors and is decorated in Colefax and Fowler wallpaper. There is a four
poster matrimonial bed in this bedroom with beautiful English and
Italian antiques. The bathroom has a steel and porcelain antique English
bathtub and skeleton shower encased in crystal glass.
Second Floor
Bedroom 4
The
suite (3 pax) has two bedrooms and one bathroom with a tub. The first
bedroom has a 180 cm bed and the second bedroom has a 90 cm bed.
Suite
contains one large bedroom, one smaller bedroom, and a bathroom
totalling 869 square feet. Suite faces the mountains and the village
and has a double four poster bed, Zoffany wallpaper and a bathroom with a
beautiful steel-covered antique English bathtub. The second bedroom,
for one person, contains a decorative, original antique fireplace and
ornate ceiling.
Bedroom 5
The suite ( 4 pax) has two
sitting rooms, three bedrooms, a sauna, and one bathroom with a shower
and separate tub with a handheld shower. The first bedroom has a 2 twin
beds 90 cm each, the second bedroom has a 90 cm bed, and the third
bedroom has a 90 cm bed.
This is a beautiful suite with two sitting
rooms, a large bedroom, two smaller bedrooms, a sauna for two and a
bathroom with a steam shower for a total of 2,592 square feet. The
suite features beautifully carved ceilings of musical instruments. The
lovely views are of the lake and swimming pool. The sauna and bathroom
contain a beautiful fireplace, antique English bathtub and a steam
shower. This suite is the envy of the Palazzo.
Bedroom 6
The suite ( 2 pax) has views of Lake Como, a 180 cm bed and a bathroom with a shower and Jacuzzi tub.
This
Suite is nicely situated in the corner of the second floor. The suite
contains a large bedroom and bathroom totalling 1,224 square feet. The
bedroom enjoys enviable views of the lake to the north and the south and
totals 576 square feet. The bedroom is exceptional with an ornately
painted wrought iron queen sized bed. Like the other suites, this Suite
is filled with antiques and beautiful art. The bathroom is fit for a
king and queen and totals 648 square feet. It features Lombardy cotta
floors, Siena marble tops, a shower and a large jacuzzi bathtub.
Bedroom 7
The suite (2 pax) has a 180 cm bed and a bathroom with a tub with a handheld shower.
The
Suite, like the other lake-facing bedrooms, has stunning views and
beautifully decorated ceilings and doors. The Suite is 837 square feet
and has a matrimonial antique brass bed with Lombardy cotta floors. The
suite's bathroom is outfitted with Philip Starck bathtub, washbasin and
toilet.
Bedroom 8
The suite ( 2 pax) has a sitting room
with a desk, fireplace, and views of the mountains, one bedroom, and a
bathroom with a tub with a handheld shower. The bedroom has a 180 cm
bed.
Suite Sonnambula has a large bedroom and equally large sitting
room that face the mountains and the village of Moltrasio. Together with
the bathroom, this suite totals 1,578 square feet. The sitting room has
a marble fireplace and antique writing desk. The bedroom has a
beautiful antique Pugliese matrimonial bed and rich antique furniture.
The bathroom is 444 square feet and contains Philip Starck designer
bathtub, washbasin, and toilet. The bathroom features fabulous views of
Lake Como.
Living & Dining Areas
Ground Floor
The Ground Floor is dedicated to the living and reception areas.
A large entry room with marble stair, a formal large
frescoed dining room, a Tuscan family dining room with TV, drawing room,
two kitchens each with large refrigerators and BBQ, a billiard room,
Cinema room, wine room, study room with telephone, fax, Internet access
and computer facilities, satellite TV. One bathroom with marble bathtub
and 2 guest bathrooms.
The
Dining Room is an oval shaped room with 16 marble columns. The most
important fresco in the Palazzo sits above the dining room table. It is a
fresco by Andrea Appiani who was Europe's foremost neoclassical artist
at the turn of the 19th century. The Tuscan Dining Room is more casual
and filled with period Tuscan furniture. Here there is a separate
sitting area with marble fireplace and television for relaxing and
enjoying the views.
In the same level there are two beautiful fully
equipped professional kitchens. The Kitchen is large and airy with
subzero refrigerators and wine coolers, Viking and Gaggeneau ovens,
grills and ranges, 4 disposals, 2 dish washers, a vegetable and fish
steamer and a fryer. The counter tops are made of Verona marble and the
cabinetry is richly decorated, hand-carved wood. The most prominent
feature of the kitchen is two 8 foot high stone fireplaces that are
original to the Villa and bear the family emblem.
On the ground
floor are also two beautiful dens, with computers and internet
connections. One is fitted with mahogany cabinetry. There is also a
Billiard Room with a hand-carved English Snooker table. For nights when
the guests want to stay in, there is a cinema with a large screen and
cinema quality sound system. The cinema houses one of the Palazzo's most
incredible fireplaces and an exquisite mahogany bar. For many of the
guests, the favorite room is the Pizzeria. It is a large, casual room
with a massive fireplace and an antique brick pizza and foccaccia oven
that is original to the Palazzo.
A splendid marble stair gives
access to the first floor where is the large and frescoed living room
with piano, the fitness room and 3 magnificent bedrooms with ensuite
bathrooms
Comfort & Amenities
| Confort | |||
|---|---|---|---|
 Articles de toilette |
Cheminée |
Climatisation |
Draps |
|
Sauna |
Serviettes |
Serviettes de piscine |
| Electromenager | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Bar |
Cafetière |
Cuisine complète |
Cuisine complète |
|
Fer à repasser / planche à repasser |
Four |
Kitchenette |
Lave-vaisselle |
|
Machine à laver |
Micro-onde |
Mixeur |
Presse agrumes |
|
Réfrigérateur pour le vin |
Sèche cheveux |
Sèche linge |
| Enfants | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Chaise bébé |
Equipement bébé |
Lit bébé |
Salle de jeux |
| Extérieur | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Jardin |
Parasol |
Parking |
Parking privé |
|
Repas en plein air |
Salon de jardin |
Transat |
| High-Tech | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Cinéma |
DVD |
Equipement de musique |
Home Cinéma |
|
Lecteur de CD |
Lecteur DVD |
Ordinateur |
TV |
|
TV par satellite |
Wi-Fi |
| Personnel | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Concierge |
Femme de ménage |
Jardinier |
Manager de villa |
|
Pisciniste |
| Personnel extra | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Agent de sécurité |
Baby sitter |
Chauffeur |
Coach sportif |
|
Cuisinier |
Masseuse |
Skipper |
Yoga |
| Sécurité | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Coffre fort |
| Sport & loisirs | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Billard |
Salle d'exercice |
Salle de fitness |
Staff & Services
One of the greatest advantages of staying in Il Palazzo is the personalised service provided by dedicated staff.
Il Palazzo staff have been professionally trained and will do their utmost to please with their warm and friendly hospitality.
Manager
Your manager and staff provide you with a dedicated and highly personalised concierge service during your stay.
Concierge
From
your first phone call right through until you get back home we're on
hand to help with all aspects of your trip. We can assist with standard
services from spa treatments and restaurant reservations right through
to more challenging and unique requests. You'll also have access to
local support in your destination for on the spot help.
Housekeeping Staff
A
discreet daily housekeeping service is provided at Il Palazzo (Monday
to Saturday). There are luxury toiletries in all of the bathrooms as
well as robes & slippers.
Change of linens and towels (every 3 days).
Pool Attendant
A full-time pool attendant ensure the pool look their best, without ever intruding on guests' privacy.
We have a separate apartment on the property where our property manager and gardener live (they are husband and wife).
All
other services (for example, chef, waiters, chauffeur, concierge etc.)
can be arranged at an additional charge to the Vacationer.
Pool
Swimming pool ( 15x6 )
Location
In
the 1st Century BC, Romans took over a Gallic colony in the Lake Como
Region. Since then Emporers, warriors, writers, musicians, artists and
architects have left their mark on the area.
Of all the Italian
lakes, Lake Como has the more recognized heritage of refined and
graceful cities and villages, rich in architecture and history. This
cultural abundance is coupled with breaktaking natural beauty, fresh
mountain air, penetrating blue water, miles of splendid rolling hills
and mountains to be explored or simply admired.
The region around
Lake Como enjoys a tradition of art, architecture, sports, cuisine and
shopping. From the Palazzo, it is a short distance to the
internationally reknown cities, Milan and Lugano, with their elegant
shops and restaurants. Italy's finest golf courses are a short drive
from the Palazzo as well.
The real treasure of Lake Como lies in
its quaint villages that dot the mountains surrounding the lake. A
stroll through any of the ancient villages on Lake Como includes
medieval and renaissance churches, charming caffes, winding alleys and
striking views of the lake.
The Palazzo is perfectly positioned
in terms of proximity to major cities in Italy, close to several
airports near Lugano, Switzerland and Milan and close to some of the
best shopping areas in Europe.
Palazzo is on Italy's most
beautiful lake, ten minutes to the City of Como, less than a hour to the
center of Milan and only twenty minutes to Lugano, Switzerland.
The
Palazzo is situated in the heart of Moltrasio. They are only 1.5 miles
from the Hotel Villa d'Este in Cernobbio and only a two minute walk from
the public boats that take visitors to various points of interest up
and down the lake.
While the villa has all the amenities of a
boutique hotel and enough to entertain for weeks, it's also not far to
nearby towns. You'll find Cadenabbia a 6.5-mile drive away, Bellagio, a
8.5-mile drive, Menaggio, a 9-mile drive, and Varenna, a 10-mile drive.
Take a day trip to the Lake Como funicular railway, 14 miles from Villa
Napoleon I, and for air travel, head to the Lugano airport, 30 miles
away, or Malpensa Airport, 48 miles away.
Points of Interest:
- 10.6 km to town of Cadenabbia
- 14 km to city of Bellagio
- 14.5 km to city of Menaggio
- 16.3 km to city of Varenna
- 22 km to Funicular Railway
Airport:
- 48 km to Lugano Airport (LUG)
- 77.5 km to Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Activities
Il
Palazzo's manager will have a wealth of information about nearby places
of interest and will help arrange transport and make any bookings
required.
The property is very close to the entertainment of
lower Moltrasio, restaurants and marina and to upper Moltrasio where
guests can taste fine delicacies and wander through the charming little
shops, or visit the cathedral. Moltrasio is considered one of Lake
Como's most beautiful and elegant villages.
Lake Como has been a
popular retreat for aristocrats and wealthy people since Roman times,
and a very popular tourist attraction with many artistic and cultural
gems. It has many villas and palaces (such as Villa Olmo, Villa
Serbelloni and Villa Carlotta). Many celebrities have or had homes on
the shores of Lake Como and is widely regarded as one of the most
beautiful lakes in Italy. Lake Como offers a wide range of activities,
in close proximity to the resort: heated floating pool, golf, jogging,
swimming, water skiing, sailing, canoeing, diving, trekking, cycling,
bird watching, seaplane trips, private boat trips, excursions, tour,
theatre, museums, casino.
Services included
Exclusive use of the Il Palazzo and all its facilities
Included:
- Daily housekeeping (Monday to Saturday)
- Change of linens and towels (every 3 days)
Additional Notes
Weddings
Palazzo
is one of the most stunning properties in Italy to host a wedding. The
setting couldn't be more magical overlooking beautiful Lake Como. The
Palazzo's gardens are considered some of the most beautiful and historic
on Lake Como. In addition to the gardens are remarkable public rooms
in which to serve an exquisite wedding dinner, listen to a father's
speech or dance the evening away.
For those wishing to stay in
the Palazzo, the Palazzo has eight stunning suites. The suites are
large averaging 1300 square feet and all have unique and gorgeous
bathrooms. The suites have antiques, rugs and chandeliers that have
been collected over hundreds of years. Many of the chandeliers are
antique Venetian and most of the suites' ceilings are originally and
ornately decorated. The floors are original Lombardy Cotto or antique
wood covered by beautiful, Persian rugs.
Corporate Events
The Palazzo to host your Lake Como Corporate Event.
On
7 acres of formal gardens overlooking beautiful Lake Como, just 40
minutes from Malpensa International Airport is the Palazzo.
Year
after year, the Palazzo is selected as a gorgeous and historical setting
to entertain executives, clients, journalists, etc. Our property has
been used to promote new products. For example, The Bentley Motor
Company used the Palazzo and its gardens to launch its new convertible
inviting the world's most influential auto journalists. In other cases,
partners have used the Palazzo as a relaxing location for a year-end
gathering, as in the case of the senior most MacKenzie Partners.
Among
the most spectacular of the luxury Italian villas used for corporate
events, Palazzo has eight stunning suites. The suites are large
averaging 1300 square feet and all have beautiful and large bathrooms.
The suites are filled with antiques, rugs and chandeliers that have
been passed down over centuries. Most of the chandeliers are antique
Venetian and most of the suites' ceilings are originally and ornately
decorated. The floors are original Lombardy Cotto or antique wood
covered by beautiful, Persian rugs.
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