Villa Maria Serena is a charming and beautifully designed villa accompanying Villa Maria Taglioni along the eastern shore of Lake Como near Como. These villas are the centerpiece of Ville del Lago, a prestigious estate directly across from Villa d'Este. Set amongst the trees lining the drive, the owners have recently completed construction of a stunning pool (200 square meters) with a waterfall and two private beach ends. An enormous deck (1,000 square meters) surrounds the pool area, affording some privacy when villas are rented separately. The property also includes a 2.5 hectare park, a harbor and dock for boats, as well as a direct access point for swimming. The owners of the estate have invested some 10 years in bringing the properties to the highest standard of contemporary living, and are now offering the estate selectively to guests.
Villa Maria Serena lies alongside the Lakefront to the south of Villa Maria Taglioni. Both homes share the same handsome neo-Classical architecture with its appealing detail and scale. Plane trees, potted plants and shrubbery create a privacy screen between the two buildings, where the owner has added benches on the lawn for the enjoyment of the stunning view across the water. Just beyond Villa Maria Serena is the facade of a third villa (currently unoccupied) which is also part of the estate. Adding to the appealing composition of the view is the handsome bell tower of a nearby town rising behind. Villa Maria Serena borders the village itself, with its shallow stairs and walking paths of stone. Just below is a private dock for swimming and boating. Stairs lead up past pool towards the main road and town shops. A short stroll into town brings you to the public boat dock and an excellent restaurant. Direct arrival to Villa Maria Serena is via the private garage. Here, the owners have kept the ceiling open around the perimeter for natural light, and lined the edge with planters of bamboo. A tall gate marks the entrance to the Villa.
This charming villa has been refinished with the same absolute dedication to style, sophistication and comfort as Villa Maria Taglioni. There are automatic room lights and interior cupboard lighting, beautifully restored family antiques, and marble-finished bathrooms. The owners have very carefully calibrated the colors and details to achieve the overall effect. Each room has its own soothing shade and a mix of modern and classical design touches. Villa Maria Serena has an intimate charm and contemporary appeal.
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