Piedmont, Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Verbania, Italy

Along Piedmont's shore of Lake Maggiore, there is this charming lakefront villa for sale with a private beach and two boat spaces.
Built in 1866, it boasts an illustrious past full of fascinating historical anecdotes, as it hosted illustrious personalities such as actress Eleonora Duse, and president of the United States Ulysses S. Grant.
The property is incredibly scenographic, also thanks to its 2.3-hectare botanical park. A splendid winter garden, now features an enchanting corner for relaxation, with a majestic fireplace and wood-burning oven.
In the middle of all this, the villa offers 1,000 internal sqm, spread over three levels. Completely renovated with the most innovative construction techniques and finely furnished, the ground floor features a large entrance hall which leads to a bright living room with a lake view, next to a music room, a dining room, a big kitchen and a spare bathroom. On the first floor, the master bedroom features a wealth of precious details and a 90-sqm private terrace. The floor is completed by two apartments with a kitchenette, a double bedroom and a private bathroom.
On the second floor there are four apartments, all with kitchenettes and private bathrooms, some with a balcony, ideal for a luxurious accommodation business. On the top floor there is another small apartment, while in the basement the technical rooms and the laundry area complete this prestigious historical estate.

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