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Poised in a breathtaking, dominant position on a rocky and wooded promontory of Lake Como, this elegant 1898 historic mansion captures the pure essence of romantic lakeside nostalgia. Built by an English family in an era when the estate could only be accessed from the emerald waters via boat, this fully private property offers absolute sanctuary. It is reached from the upper road via an atmospheric path of 184 stone steps winding past natural grottoes.

The estate's timeless character remains completely untouched since the legendary golden days when musical maestros and literary icons like Verdi, Bellini, Shelley, and Wordsworth found deep inspiration on these shores. Iron-studded wooden doors open into a grand hallway leading to a stately drawing room adorned with a large working fireplace, fine antique furnishings, and bookshelves. Outside, expansive covered terraces host magical al fresco dining experiences, complemented by a sunbathing lawn, a private boat harbor, a pebble beach, and direct step-access for swimming off the rocks in crystal-clear waters.

The villa’s layout spans across three levels, beautifully matching formal noble reception rooms with vibrant spaces for younger guests:
- Ground Floor: Entrance hall, guest cloakroom with shower, kitchen, a spacious formal dining room, and a grand drawing room, both opening onto panoramic covered terraces overlooking the water.
- First Floor Quarters: Hosts the master double bedroom with a private en-suite bathroom, a quiet executive study for reading or working, a twin bedroom, and a secondary separate bathroom.
- Second Floor | Top Level: Highly recommended and fun for teenagers, featuring bright color themes and antique floor tiles. It comprises one triple bedroom, one twin bedroom, and a large bathroom finished with ochre-washed walls.
- Premium Inclusions & Leisure: Washing machine, telephone line, private cliffside walks, and a private boat harbor equipped with a traditional rowing boat and a Laser sailboat for guest use on the lake.