Palazzo Su Garda, Lombardia and The Lakes - Italian Villa Vacations

Palazzo sul Garda is a perfect example of the fascinating 18th century Venetian architecture. Set in the lively lake resort of Toscalano Maderno, this spacious and elegant apartment is located on the Piano Nobile (first floor) of a three story building. Outside, the shared garden offers lovely areas for relaxing in the shade or sunbathing by the lake.

Palazzo sul Garda has a nice view overlooking the little “Porticciolo” (small harbour) and the lake. It is furnished with beautiful antiques and all the rooms are completely frescoed. A perfect place for those who are looking for a really authentic experience in a special atmosphere. It sleeps up to 7 people in 3 double bedrooms and 1 single bedroom sharing 2 bathrooms.

The maid lives near the property and provides cleaning services 5 days per week. An Australian friend of the owner will meet the guests at their arrival.

This antique property is located just at few kms from the historical centre of Toscolano Maderno, one of the most popular holidays resort on Lake Garda. With its clear, clean and warm water, sunny beaches, mild climate and Mediterranean vegetation, Lake Garda is like a small sea set between the last spurs of the Alps and the Lombardy plain. Garda has been a favoured spot since Roman times and has been lauded by poets and writers through the ages, for example, Catullus, Goethe, Joyce and D'Annunzio. It unites its natural beauty with the traces of its history, from Roman remains to Liberty.

There are many interesting little towns situated along the coast or up the hills, - Salò (8 km) and Gardone Riviera (4 km), the beautiful Sirmione (37 km) - rich of history, culture, good restaurants and shops.

For more info about this area please see our Intro to the Lakes.

From the house it is possible to walk to the village (500 m) where bars, Tabacchi shops, and the delicious Trattoria San Carlo are located. A larger shopping centre with a pharmacy, grocery shop, post office and bank is less than 1 km away. The nearest train station is in Desenzano del Garda (27 Km)

Palazzo sul Garda benefits of a quiet location since the road leading to the house is used only by other people living in the area or people going to the Porticciolo - a little public harbour next to the house. During summer season the harbour could be a little bit noisy, just a little, since it is really small!

Palazzo sul Garda is a large apartment located on the Piano Nobile (first floor) of a beautiful 18th century Palazzo.

In the same building there is also the house of the owner (second floor) and 2 other units (ground floor) which are available for rent. For this reason the garden (800 sqm) is shared with other persons. Please take note that the main part of the garden and the furnished marble column patio are exclusively reserved to the guest of our rental. A table for 8 and 4 lounge chairs are available. The other guests will use the garden only to reach the access to the lake.

The main central hallway leads to the nice garden (800 sqm). A parking for 2 cars is available in the hallway. It is also suggested to use the very comfortable public parking lots just in front of the building.

A splendid pietra serena stairs (36 steps) gives access to the first floor – Piano Nobile - where the apartment is located. The whole floor measures 700 sqm and it is completely decorated with frescoes dating back to the 1798 and has antique cotto floors.

Palazzo sul Garda consists of a spacious, bright and frescoed living room overlooking the lake, the Porticciolo, and the garden.

A small living room with TV, CD player and access to the balcony overlooking the garden.

A large frescoed dining room with a table for 8.

A kitchen equipped with Gas range, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, oven, toaster, juice maker.

One large and frescoed twin bedroom with ensuite bathroom with shower.

Two double bedrooms sharing a bathroom with shower. One single bedroom. Beds and mattresses are all new from 2006.

A baby bed is available. Telephone is available too.

Activities in the area:

From Windsurfing to sailing, from golf to rock-climbing, from bungee-jumping to trekking: on Lake Garda you can find facilities for almost any sort of sport and activity you can think of. Either alone or with a guide/instructor and for any level from beginner to expert: there is as much choice as anyone could wish for. Sun, clear and clean water, not crowded beaches and sports facilities of all types (from swimming-pools to tennis courts). The Lake Garda is just the place for relaxing but active holidays.

Mountain-bike, Cycling, Excursions, Rock-climbing, Trekking, Horse-riding, Pony-trekking.

Circolo Golf Bogliaco in Toscolano Maderno - 3 km

This is the oldest golf course around the lake dating from 1912. The course has 9 holes (plus a practice area) and is based in a hollow 100 m above the lake. Surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation it offers a splendid vista of the lake.

Gardagolf Country club in Soiano del Garda - 21 km. This is a 27 hole course (110 hectares) in the hills of Valtenesi. It too has fine views across the lake from various points.

For Children

2 Wonderful Theme Parks

Gardaland http://www.gardaland.it in Castelnuovo del Garda (30 minutes by ferry + 25 km)

Caneva World http://www.canevaworld.it in Lazise sul Garda (30 minutes by ferry + 15 km) Public Swimming pool (outdoor and indoor) in Saló

Special point of interest

In Verona don’t miss the Arena di Verona, in summer there are special music concerts and operas. (30 minutes by ferry + 39 Km)

In Rovereto don’t miss the MART – Museum of Modern Art of Trento and Rovereto. 59 Km

Distances:

• Brescia 45 Km
• Airport Bergamo – Milano - Orio al Serio 89 Km
• Bergamo 91 Km
• Rovereto 60 Km
• Verona 92 Km (or 30 mimutes by ferry + 39 km)
• Airport Verona 93 Km
• Mantova 119 Km
• Milano 137 Km
• Airport Milano Linate 141 Km
• Airport Milano Malpensa 176 Km
• Padova 168 Km
• Venezia 203 Km

Places of interest around Lake Garda

Brescia Lake Side (EAST SIDE)

• Gardone Riviera 4 Km
• Salò 8 Km
• San Felice del Benaco 15 Km
• Desenzano del Garda 27 Km
• Sirmione 37 km

Trentino Lake Side (NORTH SIDE)

• Riva del Garda 38 Km
• Torbole 41 Km

Verona lake Side (WEST SIDE)

This side of the lake is easily reachable from Toscalano Maderno by ferry boat. Connection from Maderno to Torri del Benaco every half an hour (30 minutes by ferry to reach the other side of the lake)

• Torri del Benaco (30 minutes by ferry)
• Peschiera del Garda 66 Km
• Malcesine 54 Km

For more information about transportation by ferry please check www.navigazionelaghi.it

Pricing

* Prices are quoted in Euros and calculated according to the CBA selling rate. Prices are subject to change in AUD due to currency flucuations. (Currency converter)

Pricing Notes

- Final cleaning included

– Maid service three hours only on Wednesday.

- Baby bed available Euro 100
- Linen: Bed linens and bath towels changed on Wednesday.
For rentals longer than one week bed linens and towels changed also on Saturday.

Cell phone with prepaid card
Internet access available Adsl included.
- Extra bed not available
- Pets not allowed

- Heating not included  Security deposit Euro 1000
Utility deposit for Heating Euro 200 per week upon arrival
Special notes and restrictions:
- Upon request and approval of the owner a late arrival is possible between 7.00 pm and 9.00 pm for an extra fee of 50 Euro

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