ITALY LAKES. Lake Maggiore. Villa is situated on the western side of Lake Maggiore in the beautiful park of Lagoni di Mercurago. From many points on the estate, especially from the garden, it is possible to enjoy magnificent views of the lake and the medieval fortress of Angera on the opposite shore. There is a wonderful swimming pool (12x6 meters) in the garden where guests will enjoy lounging amongst the gorgeous scenery. Built in the 1960’s, it has recently been restored and refurbished in a modern style. The interiors are spacious and light, with a varied range of colors, although white dominates. The house has been featured in several magazines that specialize in architectural design. Villa consists of a main circular section, containing a very large sitting room that was once a ballroom, and two wings with identical hallways leading to a large dining room and the bedroom area. The result is a house with a spectacular structure. INTERIOR: Ground Floor: Entrance; huge sitting room; dining room; study; large kitchen; guest bathroom; staff bedroom and bathroom; covered patio furnished for outside dining. Left Wing: master bedroom with ensuite bathroom; double bedroom and twin bedroom sharing a bathroom. Right Wing: master bedroom with ensuite bathroom; double bedroom and twin bedroom sharing a bathroom. Distances: Nearest village with shops Arona 1 km.  Stresa (nearest town and motorway exit) 10 km. Milan airport (Malpensa) 30 km. Staff: Maid service is included in the price 10 hours a week. Italys' lakes lie in a series of long, deep valleys running down onto the plains from the Alps, Lake Maggiore perhaps being the most elegant.

ITALY LAKES. Lake Maggiore. Villa Isola, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, situated in an enchanting position in Lombardy region on Lake Maggiore eastern shore. The property is surrounded by woods. The woods open onto a large lawn that extends to the lake's shore. A famous Italian architect respected the surrounding nature using classical materials, colors and shapes. The villa is simply structured, but its design reflects refinement and good taste. The living room is divided into two parts, and gives the feeling of a courtyard of a typical house of the Lombardia region. From a terrace off the living room and from the bedrooms there are extraordinary views of Lake Maggiore and its western shore, which is in the Piemonte region. The extensive views from the property also take in the Alps, Lake Maggiore`s Isola Madre and the S. Caterina del Sasso promontory, where there is a hermitage dating to the 13th century. The area offers fascinating itineraries, with visits possible to tourist and cultural attractions, villas and gardens, Romanesque churches, and other nearby lakes. Ground Gloor: Entrance; big living room with fireplace and dining area opening onto a terrace furnished for outdoor eating with beautiful views on the lake; kitchen; double bedroom opening onto a terrace; twin bedroom; bathroom. FIRST FLOOR - Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom; twin bedroom (more suitable for children); bathroom (shower only). Maid service. Distances: kms approx: Ispra, nearest village with shops 1, Tennis Court 1.5, Riding Stables 1.8, Golf Course (Travedona-Monate)  7, Varese 19, Milan Airport  60.