Villa Molvedo

Breathtaking in both size and beauty, Villa Molvedo is a stunning mid-19th-century property that has a commanding presence within extensive grounds in San Siro on Lake Como. The villa boasts spectacular views over both the lake and the surrounding mountains. Lake Como is only a short walk away, with calm waters for swimming, sailing, waterskiing and windsurfing. Villa Molvedo is the epitome of historic elegance, with an interior that has been carefully restored to retain the original features and feel of the past. These traditional features include mosaic floors and beautiful wooden balustrades on the majestic staircases that connect the four floors. Enter the villa into a grand foyer that will make you feel as if you’ve gone back in time. There’s classic art and fine statues everywhere you look, with this elegant theme continued into the living room. It’s a large space that’s ideal for both quiet reflection and socialising, with an impressive fireplace and plenty of comfortable seating. The formal dining room is for meals with atmosphere under the light of the exquisite chandelier. Children will love the spacious playroom with a table tennis table and table football. Also on the ground floor is a double en-suite bedroom that’s ideally designed for guests with restricted mobility. Over the further three floors are another eight air-conditioned double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. All are large, bright and furnished with the very highest attention to detail and style. Three of the ensuite bathrooms also feature Jacuzzi-style bathtubs for ultimate relaxation. Also offering you the chance to unwind is a games room with billiards table and clear lake views from its numerous large windows. A separate annexe a few metres from the villa can accommodate an additional two guests with a simply styled double bedroom and bathroom. Also sharing the huge private gardens is a swimming pool that’s heated in the summer and a tennis court. Dotted around the immaculate lawns are established sequoia, palm, oak and cedar trees, adding to Villa Molvedo’s grand status. With Lake Como practically on the doorstep, you can be trying all the area’s typical watersports in minutes. Across the region you can swim, go windsurfing, waterskiing or sailing. Hiking and horse riding through the hills and countryside is popular too, with a large golf course on offer in nearby Menaggio. Features: The Villa Villa Molvedo is a lakeside historical villa spread over 4 floors. Blending traditional style with modern facilities, it is the perfect retreat for family holidays. It offers accommodation for up to 16-20 guests across 8-10 bedrooms including an annexe. Please note that for parties of 16 guests or less, the ground floor bedroom and the annexe will not be made available unless specifically requested.  Ground Floor - Entrance Hall - Living room with Satellite TV, fireplace and doors opening into the garden - Dining room - Well-equipped kitchen with coffee machine, dishwasher, microwave  - Playroom (85m2) with table tennis and table football - Bedroom one with double bed with en-suite bathroom with shower, specifically designed for those with restricted mobility (one window looks on to the playroom) First Floor - Bedroom 2 with double/twin bed and en suite bathroom with jacuzzi tub and shower and access to shared terrace with lake-view - Bedroom 3 with double/twin bed, lake-view and en suite bathroom with jacuzzi tub and shower and access to shared terrace with lake-view - Bedroom 4 with double/twin bed, garden view and en suite bathroom with bath and shower Second Floor - Games room with pool table, fitness equipment and lake view - Bedroom 5 with double/twin bed, lake view, conservatory room and en suite bathroom with shower and jacuzzi tub - Bedroom 6 with double/twin bed, garden view and en suite bathroom with bath and shower Third Floor - Bedroom 7 with double/twin bed, lake view and en suite bathroom with shower - Bedroom 8 with double/twin bed, lake view and en suite bathroom with shower - Bedroom 9 with double/twin bed, garden view and en suite bathroom with bath and shower Two additional children beds can be added to the third floor (charges apply) Annexe (simpler in style) - Bedroom 10 with double bed and bathroom with shower Outside Grounds (3000m2) - Heated swimming pool (8m x 5m, depth: 1.25m), open and heated approximately May to October (possibility to heated out of season on request and at extra cost) - Private garden - Pool changing room with fridge - Sun loungers - Private tennis court - Private mooring in front of villa - Parking spaces Facilities - Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning  - Central heating - Satellite TV - Luxury bath products - Safe in each bedroom - Table tennis and table football - Pool/billiard table - Wine Cellar Location: Villa Molvedo sits in part of the San Siro area of Lake Como and benefits from being close to a range of activities. Just five minutes away on foot are amenities such as a post office, supermarket, pharmacy and a bank. Even closer, just across the road in front of the villa, is the idyllic Lake Como itself, with plenty of ways to enjoy the water. As well as swimming, you can try windsurfing, sailing and waterskiing nearby. Hiking trails also start from the shore and head up into the lush hills and further down the coast. Also just a few minutes’ walk from the villa along the lake-side road is a beautiful 14th-century church. More historic sightseeing can be done in the heart of Rezzonica, just a short drive away, with a 13th-century castle that overlooks the town. This former fishing village is very picturesque and is characterised by brightly-coloured houses and cobbled steps on winding streets. The town of Menaggio (6km) is less than a 15-minute drive south of the villa. Here you’ll find a ruined castle with walls you can walk along for lovely lake views. There’s also a Lido with a sandy beach, swimming pools, volleyball and activities for children. You can take a ferry ride from here to another historical town, Varenna, which sits on the other side of Lake Como. Make the journey to Griante (12km) and then catch the ferry to Bellagio. It’s widely considered to be one of the most beautiful towns in Europe and boasts a gorgeous garden to stroll around at Villa Serbelloni Park. Also be sure to visit Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo (13km) with its botanical garden and extensive art collection inside the villa that’s now a museum. Terms & Conditions: ? €3000 paid in cash or via credit card to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection. Please also see below re. additional €1500 food/beverage deposit for evening meals. 4.30 p.m. - 7.00 p.m. (late arrivals up to 9.00 p.m. can be arranged on request, subject to a €50 supplement payable locally). 8.00 a.m - 9.30 a.m. Yes, fair usage policy applies. Yes. Bathroom towels are changed daily (except Sundays and public holidays) and bed-linen is changed twice weekly. Dogs accepted on request only (no other pets accepted) and with prior agreement with the owner, and a pet agreement document must be signed before arrival. A food and beverage deposit of €1500 is payable in cash only to the owner upon arrival. This will be used towards the cost of food and beverages for the evening meal cook service and any money will be refunded at the end of your stay. If your food and beverage costs exceed this amount then the deposit will need to be topped up when required. Extra beds for children are on request, subject to a supplement of €400 per bed per week (maximum two extra beds), payable locally. For parties of 16 guests or less, the ground floor bedroom and annexe are not made available unless specifically requested. Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges. Please note that the use of any external caterers and/or contractors is not permitted. Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking. Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager. Please note home security devices are installed at the villa, please enquire for further information. Saturday, all other days on request. Yes and 3hrs maid service including each day (except Sundays and public holidays). However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. Outside only. 7 nights, all other duration on request. Yes, fair usage policy applies. The pool is open and heated free of charge from mid-May to mid-September, subject to weather conditions. Outside of this period it can be heated upon request at an extra hourly charge of €5 per hour (this may include 24-72 hours to reach the minimum water temperature of 25C). Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs approximately between €1-€10 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required) Wi-Fi connection included. Yes, changed twice weekly. The pool is open approximately from April to October. The pool is heated from approximately May to September. Other dates are on request and subject to heating charges. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming. IT013248B4EXNI3F6P Licence number: IT013248B4EXNI3F6P