Property 1651263711 - Gardone Riviera - Lake Garda

4 Bedrooms - Pool

Location and Surrounding Area. Nestled on the rolling Mediterranean hills of Lake Garda, this four-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 1651263711 is 89 km from Milan Bergamo Airport, 119 km from Milano Linate Airport, 174 km from Milano Malpensa Airport. Property 1651263711 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. Nestled on the rolling Mediterranean hills of Lake Garda, Property 1651263711 exudes the timeless charm of classic pergola houses and truly does justice to the location’s grandeur. Designed by the English architect David Chipperfield, this modern villa provides the perfect retreat for those seeking complete privacy and relaxation in one of the most evocative corners in Northern Italy. Flooded with light, this 520-square-meter villa can accommodate eight guests in four double bedrooms spread over the main villa and a guest house.

Different building ensembles miraculously form a unified whole and lend a touch of surreal beauty to this privileged front-row seat with its stylish, airy designer interiors. With breathtaking views of Lake Garda, this magnificent property boasts a panoramic terrace and an exclusive swimming pool located above the villa. Offering a calm atmosphere, the poolside area represents an idyllic spot for basking in the sun and enjoying moments of relaxation in the company of a good book and a glass of prosecco.

Flooded with natural light, the ground floor boasts a bright and generous open space with living room, dining room and fully-equipped kitchen. On the same floor you will also find a guest bathroom and access to the outdoor terrace. Accessed by elevator or staircase, the upper floor boasts three bedrooms: a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower and bathtub; two double bedrooms, each with their own en-suite bathroom with shower, both with lake view.

On the upper floor you will also find a generous sitting area with a comfortable sofa with plenty of seating and a grand piano. Accessed by elevator or staircase, the lower floor boasts a private garage for up to three cars, a laundry room and a guest bathroom. The property also features an exclusive guest house complete with a double bedroom, a bathroom with shower, a living room, a fully-equipped kitchen with all the amenities you might need during your stay, and private terrace with charming lake views.