Property 1651263713 - Gardone Riviera - Lake Garda

5 Bedrooms - Pool - SPA

Location and Surrounding Area. Nestled on the rolling Mediterranean hills of Lake Garda, this five-bedroom villa is the perfect place for an Italian break in one of the most evocative corners in Northern Italy. Covering 370 square kilometers, Lake Garda is the largest of the Italian lakes, straddling the border between three regions: the Lombard plains to the west, Alpine Trentino Alto-Adige to the north and the hills of the Veneto to the east. Look around and you will be surprised to see a Mediterranean landscape of vineyards, olive groves and citrus orchards.

Like the best Italian lunch, exploring this fine region cannot be rushed. You will want to linger in Sirmione’s thermal pools, amble around Roman ruins and ferry-hop between villages. Then you might consider touring vineyards that feature in most sommeliers' top 10s: Valpolicella, Soave and Bardolino. Further south, in incurably romantic Verona, sit beneath the stars and enjoy world-class opera. And finally, in Mantua, feast on Renaissance frescoes.

The villa is just a stone’s throw from Verona, a vibrant trading center, the largest city in Veneto and one of the most prosperous in Northern Italy. Best known for Shakespeare, Verona attracts a multinational gaggle of tourists to its pretty piazzas and lanes, most in search of Romeo and Juliet. But beyond the Renaissance romance, Verona’s center boasts magnificent Roman ruins and fine palazzi built of rosso di Verona, the local pink-tinged limestone. And all just a short hop from the shores of Lake Garda.

The villa is also a few kilometers from Bergamo. Of Lombardy’s four great historic cities, Bergamo might be the finest, courtesy of its handsomely walled old town, antique but atmospheric main piazza. Split into two sections: alto, the old town atop a hill, and basso, the newer town inhabiting the plains below, Bergamo juxtaposes medieval monuments with the footprints of 21st-century hipsters. Herein, 600-year-old cafes stand alongside brand-new coffee labs.

The villa is also a few kilometers from Mantua, protected by lakes, anchored by Unesco-listed Renaissance architecture and colored by a history that resounds to the daring deeds of the House of Gonzaga. Reigning for 400 years from the early 14th centuries, the Gonzaga family made Mantua a center of the Renaissance, commissioned several massive palaces, and cemented power by intermarrying with the powerful d’Este clan of Ferrara. Much of the city today was built in their image.

Though less than an hour from Venice, Padua seems a world away with its medieval marketplaces, Fascist-era facades and student population. Rich in art and architecture, this university town has two particularly outstanding sights. The magnificent Cappella degli Scrovegni, north of the city center, is famous for Giotto’s lyrical frescoes, and forms part of the complex incorporating the Eremitani church and museums. The Basilica di Sant’Antonio is one of the most popular pilgrimage destinations in Italy.

Property 1651263713 is 89 km from Milan Bergamo Airport, 119 km from Milano Linate Airport, 174 km from Milano Malpensa Airport. Property 1651263713 is 42 km from Brescia, 86 km from Verona, 89 km from Bergamo, 95 km from Mantua, 117 km from Piacenza, 128 km from Milan, 146 km from Padua, 146 km from Bellagio, 148 km from Parma, 152 km from Menaggio, 179 km from Venice, 182 km from Varese, 199 km from Lenno, and 202 km from Lugano.

The Property. Patterns of light and color distinguish this exclusive front-row seat towering above Lake Garda, creating a Mediterranean-inspired stylish spaces and terraces. Elegant minimalism, transparency and soft nuances complete the idyllic feel. Designed by the Austrian architect Marc Mark, this modern villa provides the perfect retreat in one of the most evocative corners in Northern Italy. Complete with a wellness area, this 644-square-meter villa can accommodate ten guests in five double bedrooms spread over four floors.

With breathtaking views of Lake Garda, this contemporary property boasts a panoramic terrace with an exclusive swimming pool and a paved poolside area furnished with comfortable sun loungers inviting guests to sit back and relax. Offering a tranquil atmosphere, the outdoor area, complete with an al fresco lounge area and a barbecue area, represents an idyllic spot for enjoying wonderful moments of relaxation in the company of a good book and a glass of prosecco.

Large window façades let the surrounding landscape, dominated by olive groves and cypresses, make its way into the interior. The result is a harmonious picture consisting of soft natural colors and stylish design elements. The first floor boasts a wellness area with sauna, steam bath and gym equipment. After a long day strolling around the region, indulge yourself as you immerse in stimulating heat experiences. The first floor also boasts a fully-equipped kitchen, an open-plan living and dining area, and two guest bathrooms.

Flooded with natural light, the second floor boasts three bedrooms: a master bedroom with a comfortable double bed, dressing room, charming lake views and open en-suite bathroom with shower and bathtub; and two double bedrooms with en-suite bathroom with shower. The ground floor boasts two double bedrooms with en-suite bathroom with shower. On the lower ground floor, you will find a laundry room, a private garage and a storage room.