Description
"Casa Brentano" is a decadent home with private gardens & 180 degree lake views overlooking Lake Como.
The property is ideal for family gatherings sleeping 10 guests plus additional room for 3 further guests. Sunbathe in the private grounds of the garden, enjoy afternoon tea on the terrace or indulge in a lazy alfresco lunch. Private parking & access to the communal swimming pool.
The space
"Casa Brentano" is located over three levels measuring approximately 350m2 and has been designed with luxury, comfort and elegance in mind. The home boasts private majestic garden with 180 degree majestic lake and garden views. Relax under the portico with ample living space where you can enjoy luxurious outside living and enjoy the lake breeze that gently passes on a long hot summer day.
The main part of the home is located on the ground garden entry level features ample living space, three double bedrooms and four bathrooms, purpose built kitchen with all mod cons and a separate dining area plus an additional room for enjoying an apertif as well as ample space in the private garden to dine alfresco whilst your indulge yourself in that view.
Rates are quoted based on 5 bedrooms sleeping 10 guests (please ask fora quote for larger groups)
Included in the rate are 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms situated over two levels plus a further single room, kitchen corner and bathroom downstairs and a family ensuite room for 2 further guests with ensuite bathroom.
Please ask for a quote if requiring to use the 6th or 7th bedroom.
The garden level features three bedrooms and four bathrooms.
GARDEN LEVEL
Three bedrooms and four bathrooms are located on the entry level.
1. Double bedroom ensuite and shower.
Bathroom with shower and wc off the living room.
2. Double room with bathroom conveniently located opposite with whirlpool bath and overhead shower attachment. Choose from a relaxing soak in the bath or a refreshing shower.
3. Double room with 4 poster bed and bathroom located a few steps away off the corridor with shower.
FIRST/TOP FLOOR
Three further bedrooms on the first floor enjoying lake views plus an additional bathroom (sleeping 4-6 guests including the family room)
The upstairs level is accessible via internal or external stairs a further lake view terrace balcony is available to take in the panoramic lake and mountain view.
Featuring a double room leading to a further separate double ensuite bedroom which in turn leads to a third double bedroom which features a suite, kitchen corner and ensuite bathroom. This room can be accessed via internal stairs via the family room or privately via external stairs.
All first floor bedrooms enjoy access to the adjoining lake view terrace/balcony ideal for breakfast looking at the lake or to watch the sunset with a cocktail in hand!
DOWNSTAIRS
Single room with day bed (for 1 further guest) and kitchen corner plus bathroom with shower and wc
Rates are based on 10 guests. For guests wishing to stay for 11 to 13 guests (inc the single day bed and family room upstairs for 2 more guests please ask for a quote)
Highlights of this beautifully appointed home include a classic portico with lounge chairs and heater to sit back and take in the memorable lake and garden views, a gym / steam sauna room with steam shower and a club room with TV / w-lan.
Plus (new for 2023) we have added a play room with billiard table plus table football located in ground beneath the garden level.
The home has been beautifully designed and planned throughout with a keen architectural eye for detail from the baroque fountain's outside and inside to the marble floor and ancient parquet flooring.
The house is comfortable for large groups or families as preferred or utilised as one large private home. The property measures 240 sqm2 at the garden level and 115m2 on the terrace level where further accommodation for up to 6 guests is located.
Originally this historic palazzo was owned by the noble family clan of the Brentano's who lived in this palazzo for some hundred years. Within the home you can find emblems in the house and on top of the fountain. garden which gives you a real essence of the spirit of the house.
The villa, which forms part of the residence, is ideally located to take in the warm climate basking in the sunshine overlooking the lake, mountains and village of Mezzegra.
The main villa downstairs boasts a feature portico where you can enjoy the breeze from the lakeside and enjoy the view and outside living during the day or gaze at the stars at night. The beautiful private garden offers ample space to relax, take in the sun on the luxury loungers or to enjoy a lazy alfresco lunch.
Downstairs an additional single bedroom (daybed and kitchen corner) is available with bathroom-please ask for a quote for a 13th guest.
A games room is located in the basement featuring a pool table and table football.
Steps take you to the rest of the residence where you can enjoy use of the pool and tennis court in summer, open to all guests here of the residence.
Contact us here for more details for our home "Casa Brentano" or contact us to view our own site for more photos and information.
Barrie and Julie Webb operate "Italian Apartments" from our base here in Lenno, Lake Como offering a selection of luxury and authentic hand picked lake view properties.
We will be happy to organise a private chef with wine's to match sourced from our favourite italian wineries plus cooking lessons at the home-please ask for details.
Boat hire can be arranged on request as well as tours of the lake on a luxury boat with captain to explore prestigious villa's, dine at one of our favourite lakeside restaurants and visit the many hidden treasures here on Lake Como.
Executive chauffeur hire available on request including airport pick up.
Please contact us for full details ahead of your arrival to organise any of our services in advance of your stay.
By staying here with us we can recommend where to eat with the locals, hire a boat at the most competitive cost, show you the hidden places with the locals shop from finding the freshest baked bread to the best markets to the trattoria's where the Italian's dine away from the tourists or the very best bar's where the tastiest snacks keep coming with the drink's! Want to know where the designer outlets can be found? We'll tell you. Where to play a round of golf? We'll point you in the right direction. Which cities to visit or mountains to climb to? We'll be your guide. Which wine to drink or where to sample some of Italian's finest wines? We'll uncork that mystery for you! If you need to hire a scooter or cycle, find the best hiking routes or funicular's for majestic aerial scenery, or pathways around the lake for scenic walks we will point you in the right direction. In short we offer more then, letting our holiday home. We offer a unique insight into living like a local here on the lake to ensure you get the very most from your stay from the minute you arrive ensuring an unforgettable and personal experience. A vacation rental home should be as welcoming as your own home only better as you are on holiday.
By renting your home with us you are ensured of the most authentic Italian experience rather than just renting bricks and mortar! We aim to ensure your stay exceeds your expectations and gives you memories for many years to come.
As Super hosts and with over 500 validated reviews for our properties from past guests, you can be assured of the very highest standard of customer service and reserve your stay with complete peace of mind, safe in the knowledge our home matches the description.
Guest access
Guest has access to the whole home plus use of the shared tennis court and pool available to all guests at this residence. Neighbouring home has access to the external gate only to access their home next door. Your garden and balcony terrace are all private for use of this private house only.
Other things to note
Swimming caps required to be worn at the pool open Mid May to September weather permitting.
Italian mocca coffee maker and electric coffee maker.
Parking spaces close to the home for 2 x vehicles plus further space below the residence plus communal parking additionally available.
Rates advertised based on 10 person occupancy. Please ask for a quote for 11 guests (using the mezzanine level additional room plus single bed)
Heating payable for stays October to April (35 euro per day)