Historic villa on Lake Como (Villa Gina)

Villa Gina is a historic villa located on the border of Argegno, in one of the most beautiful and well-kept valleys in the province of Como, the Valle Intelvi, which connects Lake Como with Lake Lugano in Switzerland.

The villa was built in 1766 by an aristocratic Austrian family and was named after the owner, Countess Gina, who later became the main character in Stendhal's novel 'La Certosa di Parma'.

At the end of the 9th century, the villa passed to the family of the famous Italian artist Baldassare Longoni. His works are preserved in the villa.

In 2011, Villa Gina was completely restored; the original stuccoes and ceilings were reconstructed, the floors were replaced with handmade tiles and rare types of marble, which no longer exist. The walls are decorated with frescoes using the old Italian graffito technique; the work was commissioned to a professional exclusively engaged in the restoration of architectural monuments. The hall and small living room are decorated with handmade tapestries dating back to the beginning of the 17th century.

The fireplace room and all 3 bedrooms are decorated with natural silk panels from the best family manufactures on Lake Como, each with a unique view of the lake and mountains. The 18th century Murano glass chandelier that decorated the Chinese Embassy in Paris now adorns Villa Gina with its splendour.

The 800-square-metre villa is in a quiet location in the Intelvi Valley, surrounded by an all-season flower garden with rare old trees, and offers a breathtaking view of Lake Como. On the ground floor of the villa there is a spacious terrace with a view of Lake Como, a large living room, a living room with fireplace, a dining room, a kitchen with fireplace, dishwasher and washing machine. The spacious kitchen with an antique fireplace (ATTENTION: the fireplace is only decorative and CANNOT BE USED!) is equipped with all modern appliances. The rooms are air-conditioned to ensure comfort in all seasons.

There are three bathrooms: one with shower, one with toilet and one with bathtub.

The current owners are passionate about Italian history, and this is reflected in every detail of the villa, which is full of authentic art objects: paintings by Italian artists, silk tapestries, antique furniture with the coats of arms of the oldest Italian families. Villa Gina is surrounded by a luxurious garden with two ancient fountains and rare, well-preserved sculptures dating back to the 18th century and a barbecue area.

Quality bed linen, towels and toiletries are provided.

We also leave a gift basket with the necessities for your breakfast.

Free Wi-Fi available.

Smoking is strictly prohibited.

All commercial activity is forbidden inside the villa.

Parking is possible in the numerous public car parks outside the building.

Check-in and check-out:

check-in is from 15:00 to 20:00. Check-out is from 8:00 to 10:00.

We kindly ask you to inform us of your exact arrival time at least 24 hours before your arrival. A member of our staff will be waiting for you at the property at the time you inform us, and will show you where to park, how to enter the villa, and give you other useful information.

For check-out please let us know about 24 hours before your departure time and a member of our staff will meet you at the property to check the villa and say goodbye.

PLEASE NOTE: The property requires the payment of a SECURITY DEPOSIT. The deposit must be paid at the time of the ONLINE CHECK-IN by credit card. Once the villa is checked after departure and deemed in good condition, the amount will be refunded to the same credit card used for payment within 5-7 working days after check-out.

Nearby:

The Villa is only a few minutes away from the charming village of Argegno, known for its picturesque historic village and lake landscape. Here, one can enjoy a stroll through the alleys of the village and stop at the numerous bars and restaurants: Bar Motta and Pasticceria Grandi for breakfast, Caffè Colombo for an aperitif, Ristorante La Piazzetta and Ristorante Il Sorriso for lunch and dinner, and a homemade ice cream at Il gelato di Zoe. In Argegno there is also the Lido, where you can cool down on hot summer days. A few minutes from the flat is the renowned restaurant Crotto dei Platani, in Brienno. From Argegno you can take the boat to visit the main villages on Lake Como, or you can take the hydrofoil to reach famous destinations (such as Bellagio and Menaggio) more quickly and directly.

Towards the south we meet instead Laglio, a renowned and elegant village to spend unforgettable summers amidst aperitifs on the lake. The majestic villa of the great actor and director George Clooney is also located here.

Proceeding further south, we reach the city of Como, while heading north we can explore the picturesque Valle d'Intelvi, perfect for pleasant nature walks. A few minutes' drive north from Argegno are the picturesque villages of Sala Comacina and Ossuccio, from where you can reach the beautiful Isola Comacina by boat.

How to get there:

By car: Drive along the A9 motorway and take the last exit for Italy Como Lago. Follow the GPS until you get onto the main road Via Regina and then onto Provincial Road 13, in about 30 min you will be in front of the Villa.