The Lakes and Piedmont

The Italian Lakes have for centuries enchanted and fascinated travelers, writers, historians, artists, heroes and conquerors. From the most famed lakes, Como and Maggiore, to the lesser-known but equally beautiful lakes Orta, Lugano, Varese and Garda, each has a distinctive character and its own breathtaking scenery. The Italian lakes have been backdrops to books and Shakespearean plays and to architectural follies such as Gabriele D’Annunzio’s luxurious Liberty-style villa on Lake Garda. In recent times wealthy families built imposing villas and magnificent gardens on the shores, islands and hills above these beautiful lakes creating a paradise on earth.

The Lakes & Piedmont

	BELLA BELLAGIO Bellagio has always been known as the Pearl of Lake Como. Our apartments are situated in the suburb of San Giovanni, which is just five minutes by car from Bellagio. More details	TYPE Apartments LOCATION Lake Como SLEEPS 4 – 8 people BEDROOMS 1 – 3 Bedrooms POOL No
	CASA DELLE ROSE This lakeside cottage is located in an exclusive, gated residential area and is very comfortable indeed. A Boston Whaler is available for guest use from the jetty. More details	TYPE Cottage LOCATION Lake Maggiore SLEEPS 5 + 1 BEDROOMS 4 Bedrooms POOL No
	LA CASCINA In the very heart of the wine-growing district of Piedmont, sits a large, old and simple farmhouse with 4 apartments in the restored barn. Panoramic countryside views. More details	TYPE Apartment LOCATION Piedmont SLEEPS 2 or 4 people BEDROOMS Studio and 1 Bedroom POOL No
	LA PUNTA Set on a hillside with far reaching views of Lake Maggiore, a charming small house on two levels with garden and parking, within walking distance of shops and restaurants. More details	TYPE Villetta LOCATION Lake Maggiore SLEEPS 6 BEDROOMS 3 Bedrooms POOL No
	LA RIVA Set right on the edge of Lake Como, 200 metres below the village of Santa Maria Rezzonico, the charming La Riva offers spacious accommodation with superb views of the lake. More details	TYPE: Fisherman’s house LOCATION Lake Como SLEEPS 6 + 2 BEDROOMS 3 Bedrooms POOL No
	VILLA MAGNOLIA Five lovely apartments in an ancient villa, ideal for a peaceful and relaxing holiday with views to Lake Maggiore More details	TYPE Apartments in Villa LOCATION Lake Maggiore SLEEPS up to 15 BEDROOMS 2 or 3 Bedrooms POOL Yes
	VIOLETTA Lovely private home, beautifully appointed, in direct lakefront position with small private beach and terrace over the water. Delightful outdoor dining under wisteria vines. Easy access to Arona and Stresa, excellent choice for guests that want to walk to the village. More details	TYPE Lakeside Villa LOCATION Lake Maggiore SLEEPS 6 people BEDROOMS 3 Bedrooms POOL No

“When the moon came out again we could see the white villas on the shore on the slopes of the mountain and the white road where it shined through the trees. All the time I was rowing. The lake widened and across it on the shore at the foot of the mountains on the other side we saw a few lights that should be Luino. I saw a wedgelike gap between the mountains on the other shore and I thought that must be Luino. I was very, very tired of rowing. My arms and shoulders and back ached and my hands were sore. ‘I could hold the umbrella,’ Catherine said. ‘We could sail with the wind.’ “

- From a Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway