A royal retreat in Lake Como

by | Jul 11, 2019

17th-century inspired villa delights luxury wanderers

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The stunning backdrop of the tranquil Lake Como possess a certain kind of magic; it must be the vision of the posh gardens engulfing it, the legends that haunted it, or the quaint properties lodged within the hedges, inviting one to create their own fairy-tale stories as they revel in century-old houses embellished with all kinds of luxury.

Villa Passalacqua is like so; the five-star property spans from the charming village of Moltrasio down to the lake’s shoreline, presenting guests with a private spectacle of the whimsical body of water – and so much more. More than a modern indulgence, the villa is a legacy of royalty; Swiss architect Felice Soave follows the footsteps of Count Passalacqua, the property’s former owner, by imbuing it with all sorts of extravagance.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

View of Lake From Central Doors

View of Lake From Central Doors

Dining Room

Dining Room

Swimming Pool

Swimming Pool

Gazebo

Gazebo

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Elaborate interiors, tall ceilings, lavish furniture, and sweeping decor fill the entire house, making every guest feel like a true king. Outdoors, the garden harmonises with the splendour of Lake Como, boasting of a swimming terrace clad with fragrant lemon and olive trees.
From here, one can view Sant’Agata’s 12th-century bell tower – one of the oldest churches in the city. Glorious fountains, detailed frescos and a lush cascade of flowering plants bring life into the gardens, wrapped inside Moltrasio stones that keep one’s stay private. thevillapassalacqua.com
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