Val Solda, Como, Lombardy, Italy

A 1930s Liberty villa located just 20 metres from Lake Lugano, in the sought-after Valsolda area, offering a rare combination: historical character, direct lake proximity, and the ability to define the interiors from scratch.
The external renovation has already been completed with attention to architectural integrity: roof, façades and structural elements have been renewed. What remains is the interior - supported by a carefully studied project - allowing the future owner to shape approximately 450 sqm of living space according to their own standards, lifestyle, and target use.
The property is set within a private garden of 1875 sqm, ensuring space, privacy and usability - a key factor often missing in lakefront properties.
Across the road, an additional 300 sqm plot directly on the lake includes a private boat mooring, creating a true lake lifestyle dynamic: not just a view, but access.
From a strategic perspective, this is where the asset becomes interesting:
Primary residence: 10 minutes to Lugano, 5 minutes to the Swiss border - ideal for those working in Switzerland but seeking Italian property conditions
Second home: immediate lake access, garden, privacy - the elements that actually define long-term usability
Investment: acquiring at a stage where value can still be created through interior completion, rather than paid upfront
The layout, distributed across multiple levels, allows for flexibility: generous living areas, multiple bedrooms, and the possibility to integrate additional functions such as wellness, guest areas, or independent spaces.
Valsolda continues to attract international buyers due to its unique positioning: access to Lugano's infrastructure (international schools, services, connectivity) while maintaining a more discreet, residential environment on the Italian side.
Malpensa Airport is approximately one hour away, while Menaggio (Lake Como) is reachable in about 20 minutes - placing the property between two internationally recognised lake destinations.
The property includes a double garage and is offered at approximately �1,190,000, with additional budget required for interior completion.
For buyers who understand that the real value is not in the finished product - but in controlling how it becomes one. This is not just a renovation project - it's a positioning play.