Villa Il Cigno del Lago, Vassena

Villa Il Cigno del Lago is a wonderful property located in Vassena, a beautiful hamlet on the shores of Lake Como just a short drive from Bellagio. This used to be the holiday home of the owners, who had many happy holidays and family reunions here during the summers. The villa enjoys the most amazing Lake views as the property is located directly on the shore, surrounded by the peace and total seclusion of the private garden area. The property is composed of two prestigious luxury villas, located in a spectacular position, directly on the waterfront of famous Lake Como and set in a beautiful Italianate garden of 2,000 square meters (21,500 sq. ft.) with centuries-old trees and its own private beach and private harbor. With a perfect location close to beloved Bellagio, this property offers a central point for touring Northern Italy, Como, Cernobbio and Milan as well as nearby Switzerland. Special features for both villas include: one indoor parking place inside the garage and three parking places inside the gate of the property, security system, premium 10 camera CCTV system, two terraces with solarium on the lake, two docks, kitchens with state-of-the-art appliances, dishwashers, washers, driers, a fun outdoor playground for children with a playhouse and a castle, a gazebo complete with deckchairs and table make your outdoor area a true heaven! MAIN VILLA The main villa dates back to the beginning of the 20th century, and this large Italian stone-clad villa (400 sqm/4,300 sq. ft) was completely renovated in 2005, with special care and attention to the latest technology (cable TV, Internet access, CD and DVD players, CCTV system…) while still maintaining the authentic atmosphere and appeal that only Lake Como can offer! The villa is divided onto 2 floors. On the ground floor you find a large sitting room that overlooks the lush garden and has direct access to the lake terrace with a large table perfect for traditional Italian dinners al fresco. If you love cooking, you’ll love the kitchen, a massive well-equipped space complete with a decorative ancient stone fireplace. The kitchen has an adjoining dining area and an outdoor portico with a marble table and a stone terrace. On this same floor, there is also a double bedroom plus ensuite bathroom with a shower and an additional half bathroom. On the lower level there are two large rooms with wooden tables for entertaining friends and various storage rooms. On the first floor you will find the rest of the bedrooms. The villa has one master double bedroom, two twin bedrooms and two bathrooms with bathtubs. SMALLER VILLA This brand new luxury villa (completed in May 2011) offers the best you can possibly ask for, designed specifically by a famous Italian architect to enhance the stunning lake views. The result is an exciting combination of authentic and modern architecture, with glass balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows that allow you to make the most of your beautiful views of the lake and the mountains beyond! This property (150 m2/1,700 sq. ft.) has state-of-the-art technology: an automatic entrance door, plasma TV with satellite TV, Internet access, CD and DVD player, CCTV system, etc. The villa is furnished with the very best in Italian design: b&b, flou, flexform, cassina and poliform. On the ground floor you have the sitting area with sofa, satellite TV and fully-equipped kitchen corner that opens onto a terrace with a table, chairs and breathtaking lake views. On the first floor you have one master double bedroom with a terrace overlooking the lake and an ensuite bathroom with a shower, one twin bedroom also with lake views and one bathroom with a shower. This is a great property for an unforgettable lake getaway and the perfect place to make special memories that will last a lifetime! First Floor: Master double bedroom with terrace overlooking the Lake and ensuite bathroom with shower, Twin bedroom with Lake views and bathroom with shower.