Villa Virginia
MoltrasioFrom €15700 per week
Moltrasio
8- 16
- 8
- From €15700 per week
- Sleeps 16 people in 8 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. Fetaures inclucde AC, WIFI, New pool, Jacuzzi, private lake access and walk to village with ferry and bus stop.
- This is a love story that is easy to understand — how a noble Swiss family came to Lake Como at the turn of the century and fell in love with the magical landscape, and how they decided to build their Italian holiday home on its shores.
- Villa Virginia still belongs to the same family, in 2008 they completely renovated and carefully restored the villa to its original splendor, retaining its many original features and balancing them harmoniously with modern comforts. This year they added a swimming pool.
- Located between the famous Villa d’Este hotel in Cernobbio and George Clooney’s residence in Laglio, Villa Virginia sits directly on the lake in a beautiful landscaped garden setting, with a private dock and a panoramic terrace with a stunning lake view.
- Outdoors, the garden and terrace are ideal for candlelit dinners or relaxing afternoons with a book. The terrace (760 sq ft) faces the lake and you can enjoy the view or sunbathe in privacy.
- A Jacuzzi spa and also a swimming pool (that can be heated at additional cost) are located in the garden, as well as a Ping-Pong table and table footfall. Relax at home and enjoy la dolce vita or take advantage of easy access to all the sights of Lake Como.
- The convenient location, just a few kilometers from Cernobbio and 7 km (4.4 mi) from the center of Como, with easy access to public transportation (bus stop is 165 yards from the villa; ferry pier is 440 yards) makes Villa Virginia an ideal destination for touring. From the private dock, guests can use a rental boat or the comfortable water-taxis to visit the Villa d’Este as well as Menaggio, Bellagio, Tremezzo and the charming villages of Lake Como. An 18-hole golf course is just three km (1.8 mi) away.
- Villa Virginia is on three floors with 6,500 square feet of interior space (plus basement) set on half an acre of walled gardens.
- The small loop road is close to the back of the villa so some noise is possible, but villa has special triple-glazed windows and most of the bedrooms face the lake which minimizes any intrusion.
- In addition, the road behind the villa loops off the main road and is without trucks in an exclusively villa area without loud businesses of any kind in the immediate neighborhood.
- The garden is walled on three sides. There is a private pedestrian underpass to the parking lot on the other side of the road which is in front of the caretaker’s and owner’s houses
GROUND FLOOR
- Double living room with period furnishings, french doors open to the terrace
- Spacious dining room with fireplace; french doors open to the terrace
- Well-equipped modern kitchen with five-burner stove, dishwasher, espresso machine, icemaker, microwave, microwave, toaster, coffee maker
- Second kitchen, fully equipped
- Terrace to the side of the kitchen (270 sq ft) with Weber BBQ.
- The kitchen offers 40 types of wine and champagne available for purchase, and a separate refrigerator for beer.
- Bathroom with shower
SECOND FLOOR
(SLEEPS 8+1)
- Study – extra bed (single size) can be added on request with lake view
- This room is accessed through glass french doors
- Four queen bedrooms with lake views
- Marble bathroom with tub
- Marble bathroom with Jacuzzi tub
- Large bathroom with double sinks, Jacuzzi claw-foot tub and separate stall shower with steam and water massage
- Bathroom with shower and hydro-massage; overlooks the terrace
MANSARD (SLEEPS 8+1)
- There is no lake view from this floor
- King (cannot be separated) bedroom with adjoining single bed
- Three twin bedrooms (beds cannot be joined)
- Large bathroom with shower and Jacuzzi tub
- Bathroom with shower
BASEMENT
- Laundry room with washing machine
- Wine cellar, with additional wines to purchase as well as olive oil and salami, and a tasting area with sofas.
GROUNDS
- Large terrace (750 sq ft) with lake view and BBQ
- Private dock
- Ping-pong table
- Professional table football
- Parking for 4 cars on the other side of the road*
- Outdoor Jacuzzi spa (heated) for six, located in the garden, with a panoramic view
- Motorboat (18 foot 40 hp) is kept at the villa and available for rent by guests.
- Swimming pool (that can be heated at additional cost) with Roman steps and hydro massage.
RENTAL BOATS
- Boats can be rented for as little as one day
- For up to 6p–5.5 meters, 40 hp.
- No license required.
- For up to 8p–6.5 meters, 150 hp.
- International driving license is required.
- Can be rented with or without driver.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
- Two additional beds may be added at extra cost with owner approval.
- Mattresses are modern, however bed sizes are translated to the closest American equivalent because the villa’s antique bed frames are not standardized
- Full air conditioning in bedrooms and living room
- Approval is needed for groups with more than three children.
- AMENITIES
FEATURES
Lake/Sea ViewTerrace/Balcony
LOCATION
Near Beach Walk to village/services
Closest store or village: 1.0 km
CLOSEST VILLAGE/SERVICES
- TRANSPORTATION
- Parking
- POOL/SPA
- Heated PoolHot Tub/Jacuzzi
- RECREATION
- Golf (within 30 minutes)
- COMMUNICATIONS
- PhoneInternet/Wi-Fi
- ENTERTAINMENT
- TV (satellite)CD Player/StereoVideo Player
- CLIMATE CONTROL
- Air ConditioningCentral Heat
- KITCHEN
- DishwasherMicrowave
- LAUNDRY
- Washer
ACCESSIBILITY
Guests with walking difficulties –parking is on a different level than the villa entrance, the connecting underpass requires 10 steps down and then up again.
THE AREA
The part of the Lake from Como to Tremezzo is a sophisticated resort, where you cannot find isolated or rural areas. Here you come for the scenery, for the shopping, for breathing in the luxury, and to enjoy the views from the stylish restaurants and cafés. The ancient villages and enchanting gardens are the setting for the historical villas of the Lombardy aristocracy and offer pleasant stay at any time of the year.
The best way to enjoy the views of the ancient villas and their gardens is by boat and this can easily be done by taxi boat from the private dock of the villa or by the pier of the Navigazione dei Laghi ferries located at 400 meters
SUGGESTED ITINERARIES
- ENJOY THE VIEWS OF THE VILLAS FROM THE LAKE
- VISIT THE VILLAS AND GARDENS
- SHOPPING: NOT ONLY SILK
- SPEND A NIGHT IN CAMPIONE AT THE GAMING TABLE
- GO TREKKING
- TASTE THE LOCAL CUISINE
- VISIT THE ART EXHIBITIONS
- RELAX RELAX RELAX
COMO
The city of Como, is 7 km from the villa and can be easily reached by ferry (10 minutes), and by bus. The old city centre is surrounded by old medieval walls, here you can enjoy the view of charming corners, ancient monuments and lots of fashionable shops.
BELLAGIO
One of the most romantic villages on Lake Como, Bellagio, also known as the “Pearl of the Lake”. It is a small town with pastel coloured houses offers many itineraries on foot and spectacular views. A visit to the gardens of Villa Melzi cannot be missed.
About 19 km from the villa to Cadenabbia, and then 10 minutes by ferry to Bellagio.
ISOLA COMACINA
Isola Comacina, is the only island in Lake Como, it is full of history, and memories,
The Locanda dell’isola is a unique and exclusive restaurant where at the end of your dinner you will enjoy the long-standing ritual of the flambéed coffee prepared and offered by the owner to his guests.
About 8 km from the villa: By boat about 10 minutes away across the lake.
LAKE COMO:
Shopping
The Silk town
Como is famous for its silk factories and luxurious fabric. There are many outlet stores and boutiques where scarves ties and fabrics, by major designers can be bought at excellent prices.
Factory Store /Shopping centre
Foxtown, Mendrisio Switzerland
A shopping centre just a few kilometres from the villa which offers products from the best known international companies and brands at factory prices, with discounts from 30% to 70% for intelligent shopping ( bring your passport )
Leisure Activities
- Water Sports: water skiing, boat hire, jet skis, kayaks, regattas with the Cannottieri Moltrasio yacht club.
- Hiking: marked paths leading to the top of Mount Bisbino
- Casinos: Campione d’Italia Casino, Mendrisio Casino at Fox Town, Lugano Casino
- Golf courses: nine courses within 50 km. Golf Club Carimate, Golf Club Menaggio & Cadenabbia, Golf Club Lanzo, Golf Club Ponticello, La Pinetina Golf Club, Golf Club le Robinie, Golf Club Villa d’Este, Green Club Lainate,
- Shopping: in Como, Bellagio, Lugano and Fox Town in Mendrisio.
- Nearby attractions: Gardens and charming historic Villas: Villa Carlotta, Villa Balbianello, Villa Melzi, Villa Olmo, Villa Passalacqua, Villa Fontanelle (Versace’s former home), Villa Oleandra (George Clooney’s home). Isola Comacina with its famous Locanda dell’Isola inn and the house planned by the King of Belgium.
VILLA CARLOTTA
- Tremezzo is one of the most famous villas in this area. Set on the western shore of Lake Como in Tremezzo, facing Bellagio the villa is a place of rare beauty where a botanical heritage of more than 500 species of plants can be admired in the gardens.
- Tremezzo About 18 km from the villa-By boat 20-25 minutes across the lake
- OPENING TIMES: Every day from March to October: 9 a.m. -11.30 a.m., 2.00 p.m.-4.30 p.m. From April to September 9.00 a.m. – 6.00 p.m.
VILLA DEL BALBIANELLO Lenno
- This 18th century villa stands on luxuriant headland dropping directly to the lake
- Its terraced gardens offer the most spectacular view of the lake
- About 13 km from villa Virginia – By boat in about 15-20 minutes across the lake
- OPENING TIMES: from 15TH March to 31st October from 10 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.. Closed: Mondays and Wednesdays except when public holidays.
VILLA PIZZO Cernobbio
OPENING TIMES: visits on request.
VILLA MELZI Bellagio
- Neo Classical villa built between 1808 and 1810 and surrounded by a charming English garden. Inside the Villa is decorated in the typical neo-classic style, with fine works of art, stucco decorated ceilings, sculptures and frescoes.
- About 19 km from Villa Virginia to Cadenabbia, then 10 minutes by ferry to reach Bellagio. About 25 minutes by ferry across the lake
- OPENING TIMES: FROM March to October from 9.00 a.m. to 6.30 p.m.
VILLA OLMO Como
- Locaded in town Villa Olmo( 1780 ) has been frescoed by famous artists. Today the villa is the setting for major events such as the Autumn Music Festival. Exhibitions, music and dance recitals.
- About 5 km from villa Virginia; by ferry about 5 minutes across the lake.
- OPENING TIMES: from 8.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m., closed on public holidays.
VILLA ERBA Cernobbio
- It is a sumptuous 19th century villa set in the middle of a beautiful garden. Since 1986 the villa has been owned by a company and has been transformed into a conference centre of great interest
Private villas
VILLA PASSALACQUA Moltrasio
- This magnificent villa 17th has beautiful terraced gardens, frescoed ceilings is today owned by an American citizen who has made it his Italian home. Many important people lived here including Vincenzo Bellini who composed in this villa La Straniera and part of La Sonnambula.
- 200 meters from villa Virginia
VILLA FONTANELLE-VILLA VERSACE Between Cernobbio and Moltrasio
- This elegant eighteenth-century villa, surrounded by a garden with Mediterranean plants, is famous because it was the home of designer Gianni Versace.
- About 1 Km from Villa Virginia – A few minutes by ferry across the lake
VILLA OLEANDRA Laglio
- This villa is now famous all over the world because it was purchased and renovated by American actor George Clooney
- About 2 km from the villa -By ferry about 20 – 25 minutes across the lake
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Amenities
Air Conditioning
Arrive and Relax Package
Jacuzzi
Maid Service
Parking
Private Boat
Private Dock
Swimming Pool
View
Walk To Village
Waterfront
Wifi
Extra Optional Services
Airport Transfer
Childcare
Driver
Extra Housekeeping
Guided Tours
Private Chef
Pricing and Availability
28th of September 2024 – 11th of January 2025 – Weekly rate is 15, 700 Euro
11th of January – 31st of May 2025 – Weekly rate is 17, 150 Euro
31st of May 2025 – 27th of September 2025 – Weekly rate is 19, 960 Euro
27th of September 2025 – January 10th 2026 – Weekly rate is 17, 150 Euros
Pricing Notes
- Use of the boat of the owner 1200 Euro + final cleaning 100 Euro per week.
- Boat Driver 150 Euro a day. Please do not publish these costs on your website. – Pets not allowed
- Heating metered – included up to 50 Euro per week (guests will pay the amount exceeding 50 Euro)
- Air conditioning metered with electricity see below.
- Electricity metered – included up to 100 Euros per week (guests will pay the amount exceeding 100 Euro)
- Telephone metered
- WIFI internet connection included
- Pool can be heated at 200 Euro per week.
- Jacuzzi can be heated at 200 Euro per week. – Extra bed available only upon request Euro 300 per week, cash on site
- Baby bed Euro 100
- Bath linen changed Wed and Sat
- Bed linens changed on Sat
- Additional fresh linen upon request 20 Euro per set per person, to pay directly
- Arrive & Relax Package
- Save 4%
- Maid service 3 hrs per day Monday to Saturday
- Gardner 5 days per week
- Pool opening dates May 2 – September 26
- Pool towels included Security deposit Euro 2000
- Special notes and restrictions:
- Upon request and approval of the owner a late arrival is possible at the following costs:
- Between 7.00 pm and Midnight for an extra fee of 50 Euro
- Between Midnight and 6.00 am for an extra fee of 100 Euro
- Extra service upon request: Baby sitting, cook service, transfer, extra maid service, laundry
Lombardia and The Lakes
Lombardia is located at the very north of Italy and borders with Switzerland and the Alps. Home to the industrial capital city of Milan which is perhaps the biggest centre in the world for fashion with names like Armani, Prada, and Gucci all residing in Milans ‘Golden Quad’. The local people of Milan take great pride in the way they dress and it can often seem they are all on a catwalk as they quickly march through the streets.
Milan is also the finance powerhouse of the country, and is not driven by tourism. The city itself is fast passed, and a great place to visit if you are a serious shopper.
The main attractions in Milan include Il Duomo di Milano, Leonardo Da Vincis last supper, La Scala opera house, and the Castello Sforzesco.