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Villa Olmo, Como
Imagine the scene: You're in Como, and suddenly you spot this neoclassical villa overlooking the lake, so grand it leaves you speechless. Well, that's Villa Olmo. It's imposing, elegant, almost regal, with its white facade and Italianate gardens that look as if they were drawn with […]
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Villa Erba, Cernobbio
Villa Erba is another giant on Lake Como, a monumental villa rising with its Neo- Baroque grandeur in Cernobbio. It's imposing, featuring a richly decorated facade and an immense park that surrounds it, almost like a green lung breathing in the lake. What makes it unique today is its […]
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Villa D’Este, Cernobbio
Imagine a place where time seems to stand still, a jewel nestled on the shores of Lake Como, with the Prealps forming a majestic backdrop. This is Villa d'Este, a breathtaking place where history and luxury merge in an unforgettable embrace. Its origins date back to the 16th century, when it was […]
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Villa Pizzo, Cernobbio
Villa Pizzo is one of the oldest, and perhaps among the most authentic, villas. It doesn't have the showy grandeur of others, but an elegance that strikes you with its history. It's a historic villa with a somewhat magical atmosphere, almost as if time flows more slowly here. Its gardens are spectacular, gently sloping down […]
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Villa Fontanelle, Moltrasio
Then there's Villa Fontanelle, and with it, we enter the world of more discreet, almost whispered luxury. You don't spot it easily because it's more hidden, nestled within an immense park. It became famous for being Gianni Versace's Italian residence for years. Imagine his […]
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Villa Oleandra, Laglio
Ah, Villa Oleandra! As soon as you hear that name, a certain American actor immediately comes to mind... That's right, it's George Clooney's villa in Laglio! It's not a historical villa in the sense of centuries upon centuries, but it has become iconic due to its fame. Imagine a beautiful villa on the lake, not overly extravagant, with that touch of informal elegance that makes you feel instantly […]
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Comacina Island
Then there's Comacina Island, a small green jewel floating on the waters of Lake Como. It's the only island on the lake and has a truly fascinating, somewhat troubled history. For centuries it was an important place, then it was destroyed and […]
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Villa del Balbaniello
Villa del Balbianello is a daydream come true, an absolute masterpiece. It's located on a small peninsula that juts into the lake, almost like a solitary jewel. When you see it, it's like looking at a postcard, a perfect image. It's famous for its panoramic loggia and its meticulously maintained terraced gardens, featuring exotic plants […]
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Villa Carlotta, Tremezzo
Villa Carlotta is a true gem on Lake Como! It's famous for its spectacular botanical garden, which changes colors and scents with the seasons. Imagine flowering terraces, ancient trees, fountains, and a breathtaking view of the lake and mountains. Inside, the villa is a museum, housing important artworks, famous sculptures like […]
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Villa Troubetzkoy, Blevio
Villa Troubetzkoy is another one of those historic villas that evoke an aura of grandeur and a noble past. Its very name, of Russian origin, suggests a connection to a cosmopolitan aristocracy that chose Lake Como as a refined retreat. Imagine an elegant villa with architecture […]
