SOLD | Listed for €100M
DescriptionSteeped in architectural and cultural history, the Villa Passalacqua is a national Italian monument. Standing proudly atop the village of Moltrasio and extending all the way down to the lake’s shore, this exquisite villa dates back to the 18th century and has played host to some of the world’s most brilliant minds in art, music, literature, and politics, including Napoleon Bonaparte, Vincenzo Bellini and Winston Churchill. Live like Italian royalty while indulging your appetite for peace in nature with multiple impeccably designed reception rooms, featuring beautiful frescoes painted by famous neoclassical artist Andrea Appiani; nine bedroom suites with carved ceilings, rare and valuable floors, and stunning bathrooms; and a swimming terrace surrounded by lemon and olive trees, and situated next to a beautiful 200-year old greenhouse. From the expansive and beautifully spaced rooms for entertaining to the elaborately decorated and frescoed ceilings, this incomparable estate is the perfect backdrop for hosting both large soirees and intimate affairs. Rich in culture and natural beauty, this luxurious property shines with the resplendence of old-world charm and sings with the legacy of the artists who once walked its hallowed halls. This rare opportunity to become a part of Villa Passalacqua’s pedigreed history will not last long. Whether using the villa to host important exhibitions, functions and parties, or as your own personal lakeside escape, your next adventure begins at Villa Passalacqua. Ricca di storia culturale e architettonica, Villa Passalacqua è un monumento nazionale italiano. Questa magnifica villa settecentesca, che si erge fiera sulle alture del paese di Moltrasio e si estende sino alle sponde del lago, ha ospitato alcune delle menti più brillanti del mondo nei campi dell'arte, musica, letteratura e politica, tra cui Napoleone Bonaparte, Vincenzo Bellini e Winston Churchill. Al suo interno si respira la vera atmosfera aristocratica italiana e si è immersi nella tranquillità della natura. Le innumerevoli sale ricevimenti, dal design impeccabile, sono arricchite dai bellissimi affreschi realizzati dal famoso artista neoclassico Andrea Appiani. Le 9 suite vantano soffitti intagliati, pregiati pavimenti di inestimabile valore e bagni straordinari. La villa gode inoltre di una terrazza con piscina circondata da limoni e ulivi, e si affaccia su una fantastica serra bisecolare. Grazie alle stanze dedicate all'intrattenimento, ampie e distribuite a regola d'arte, e ai soffitti ornati da decorazioni e affreschi raffinati, questa tenuta senza eguali è lo scenario ideale sia per grandi serate, che per eventi più intimi. Scrigno di cultura e bellezze naturali, questa proprietà di lusso si fa eco del fascino del vecchio mondo e narra l'eredità degli artisti che ne hanno varcato le maestose sale. Questa rara opportunità di entrare a far parte della storia illustre di Villa Passalacqua non durerà a lungo. Destinabile a sede di importanti mostre, funzioni ed eventi o a rifugio personale sul lago, Villa Passalacqua è la scelta ideale.
€100,000 Bidder Deposit Required
Total Built
4,365 sqm (46,984 sqf), with 873 sqm (9,397 sqf) to be restored
Villa Passalacqua
2,462 sqm (26,500 sqf)
Villa Passalacqua Attic
320 sqm (3,444 sqf)
Pus Palaz (property on the back)
1,129 sqm (12,152 sqf)
Villa Bellini
454 sqm (4,886 sqf)
Swimming Pool area
75 sqm (807 sqf)
Greenhouse Area
75 sqm (807 sqf)
Greenhouse Area near the swimming pool
106 sqm (1,141 sqf)
Total Land
4.28 acres (1.735 hectares) (17,354 sqm) of formal gardens, including private dock and marina
1,530 sqm (16,469 sqf) of astonishing brick built cellars and underground tunnels lining the main house to the private dock
93 sqm (1,001 sqf) caretaker’s apartment, garages, laundry and other rooms
Villa Passalacqua bedrooms
9 matrimonial beds; 2 sets of twin beds; 3 single beds; All have high, carved ceilings, antique floors, and spectacular bathrooms; Filled with antique furniture, Persian rugs, Venetian chandeliers, and beautiful art; Some bathrooms have Philippe Starck-designed wash basins, bathtubs, and W/Cs while other have antique French and English large trough bathtubs and ornate washtubs
Music Room
30ft high ceilings; Albertolli frescoes; Stunning views of lake
Large children’s playroom next to the music room
Small children’s playroom next to the kitchen
Kitchen
Subzero refrigerators; Wine coolers; Viking and Gaggeneau ovens, grills, and ranges; 4 disposals; 2 dishwashers, Vegetable and fish steamer; Fryer; Verona marble countertops; Richly decorated, hand-carved wooden cabinets; Two 8-foot high stone fireplaces, original to the villa, bear the Passalacqua family emblem
Dining room
16 marble columns; Fresco above the dining room table painted by Andrea Appiani, Europe’s foremost neoclassical artist at the turn of the 19th century
Tuscan dining room
Casual; Filled with period Tuscan furniture; Separate sitting area with marble fireplace; Television
Den
Computer and internet connection
Billiards room
Hand-carved English Snooker table
Cinema room
Large screen; Cinema quality sound system; Exquisite mahogany bar with fireplace
Exercise room
Stereo system; Television; Weights; Glidex; Stair stepper; Punching bag; Antique, decorative wood floors; Carved ceiling; Views of lake and the mountains
Interior details
Ceilings on public rooms and bedrooms are ornately decorated and painted
Gardens
Rose gardens; Stunning flowering plants; Different and beautiful themes to each of the terraces
Swimming terrace
Filled with lemon and olive trees; Incredible views of Lake Como; Santʼ Agataʼs 12th century bell tower overlooking the pool; 200-year-old greenhouse; 11 working fountains
Outdoor play area for children
Wooden slide, swing set, and rope climb
Dock area
Encased in antique Moltrasio stone both on the walls and on the steps leading to the water; Filled with roses, creeping jasmine and oleander
Villa Bellini bedrooms
4 European king-sized beds; 1 set of twin beds; 1 single bed; 4 bedrooms have ensuite baths; All have lake views
Villa Bellini décor
Fine antiques and elegant Italian designer furniture
Villa Bellini sitting room
Stereo; Fireplace overlooking the lake
Villa Bellini kitchen
Large, modern and airy; Elegant stainless steel appliances; Antique Tuscan eating table
Villa Bellini features
Cable TV; Mobile and fixed telephone; Computer and broadband internet connection
The villa’s simple symmetrical exterior contrasts with the ornate interior, as conceptualized by Soave. The elaborate finishes start at the entrance, with large, beautiful bronze doors crafted in the early 1800s leading to the main wooden door – built and signed in 1727. Visitors will delight in opulently furnished rooms, carefully preserved in period details from the Cotto Lombardo, Seminato, and dark antique wood floors to the intricately painted ceilings. Artistic treasures include frescoes painted by Andrea Appiani, who was Napoleon’s chief artist when he was briefly the King of Italy in the early 1800’s, and a stunning fireplace from the 1500’s that bears the Coat of Arms of the Luccini Passalacqua family. One of the outstanding and awe inspiring features of the property are the stone underground tunnels. These tunnels run from underneath the Villa Passalacqua to the lake’s shore with spectacular stone rooms and walkways that are in some cases are 30 feet high. This stunning gallery of tunnels is a visual splendor and would not be economically justifiable in the modern age. These spectacular tunnels allow Villa Passalacqua guests to enjoy the private marina and the lake without ever having to leave the property.
The Villa Passalacqua gardens are considered some of the most historic, beautiful and well-maintained in all of Lake Como. This private oasis overflows with native flora that delights the senses in all four seasons. Stroll through rows of roses, gallivant though an olive tree grove, and indulge in the freshest fruits and vegetables from the Tuscan and vegetable gardens. This series of interlinking gardens, private hideaways, and fountains is truly enchanted. The villa is thoughtfully designed to facilitate enjoyment of the views of the courtyard grounds and stunning lake views.
Located in the northern region of Italy near Milan, Lake Como is rich in historical and cultural heritage, as well as breathtaking natural beauty. Magnificent ridges loom over the waters of a crystal clear lake, and fresh mountain air lends to a fine and favourable climate. Villa Passalacqua is situated in the heart of Moltrasio, a picturesque town frequented by artists and creatives for centuries and widely regarded as being one of the very best locations on the lake, a short distance from the Villa d’Este, frequently cited as one of the top ten hotels in the world. Stroll through the charming cobblestone streets and along the lakeside promenade, where there are numerous bars, shops and restaurants to get lost in, to boating across the lake in a classic Italian Riva, living the romance of “la dolce vita”. Moltrasio is home to Villa Versace of the late Gianni Versace, and many notable guests throughout the ages have stayed in the village, with both Napoleon Bonaparte and Winston Churchill, during his retreat after the conclusion of World War II in September of 1945, having stayed in the Villa Passalacqua. From here, you can reach the city of Como in 10 minutes, Milan in under an hour, and Lugano, Switzerland in just twenty minutes. Milan is the fashion capital of the world, home to the glorious opera house of La Scala and two of the most iconic sporting arenas in the world, the San Siro football stadium, home to Club Internazionale and A.C. Milan, and Monza motor racing circuit. Lugano is a pretty picture postcard town and one of Europe’s leading wealth management centres. With its tradition of art and architecture, as well as easy access to some of the premier ski resorts in the world including St. Moritz, Zermatt, Mont Blanc and the Dolomites, along with some of the finest shopping and dining Europe has to offer, it’s easy to see why this unspoiled region of spectacular villages and villas, grand mountains, blue waters, and charming shops and restaurants, is second to none. Milan is served by an two international and transcontinental airports, both less than an hour door-to-door from Moltrasio. A little over half an hour away is Lugano Airport, a regional Swiss airport, but one of the busiest private jet destinations in Europe.
Buyer's Premium
10%
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Co-Broker Compensation
3%
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Via Besana 59, Lake Como, Como 22010 , Italy
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