Italy

Villa Marianna – An elegant Art Nouveau residence built in 1902, overlooking Lake Maggiore

There are properties that simply meet a need.

And then there are residences that tell a story, embody a lifestyle, and preserve an architectural legacy destined to stand the test of time.

In the heart of Alto Vergante, in a commanding and panoramic location just minutes from Arona and the shores of Lake Maggiore, Villa Marianna is one of the most charming early 20th-century Art Nouveau residences currently available on the market.

Surrounded by a private garden of approximately 800 square meters, the property enjoys a splendid, unobstructed view of Lake Maggiore, Lake Monate, and the surrounding hills, offering a rare balance between privacy, nature, and proximity to major amenities.

The villa features over 520 square meters of interior space, divided between the main residence and an independent ground floor, and retains the charm of the historic vacation homes of Lake Maggiore: ceilings approximately 3.80 meters high, original frescoes, period fireplaces, wrought-iron balconies, large windows, and architectural details that reflect the elegance of the Art Nouveau era.

The main residence consists of spacious reception rooms, five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a kitchen-diner, a spectacular, fully usable attic with panoramic views of the lakes, and an elegant bioclimatic greenhouse, ideal as a winter garden or relaxation area.

Rounding out the property is a separate unit of approximately 154 square meters, currently used as an office, ideal for entrepreneurs, professionals, family offices, or anyone wishing to live and work on the same property while maintaining completely independent spaces.

But it is precisely this space that represents one of the villa’s most exclusive features.

For those seeking an even more prestigious residence, the ground floor can in fact be reconnected internally to the main residence by restoring the original staircase, whose historic wrought-iron railing is still preserved. Such a renovation would restore Villa Marianna to the layout conceived at the time of its construction, transforming it once again into an extraordinary, prestigious single-family residence, with large reception rooms designed for entertaining and socializing, while fully respecting its architectural identity.

This is an extremely rare opportunity, combining the charm of a historic home with the flexibility required by contemporary living.

The property is complemented by a double garage, numerous auxiliary spaces, and finishes of the highest quality—the result of careful conservation and restoration work that has preserved the villa’s authenticity while integrating modern comforts.

Villa Marianna is a residence designed for those who are not simply looking for a home, but for a place that embodies their lifestyle.

An ideal property as a prestigious private residence, a representative second home, the headquarters of a high-end professional practice, or a residence for an international clientele seeking authentic Italian charm.

Key Features
Early 20th-century Art Nouveau villa (1902)
Over 520 square meters of interior space
607 square meters of usable area
Private garden of approximately 800 square meters
Panoramic views of Lake Maggiore and Lake Montate
5 bedrooms
7 bathrooms
High ceilings of approximately 3.80 meters
Original frescoes, period fireplaces, and Art Nouveau details
Bioclimatic greenhouse
Separate office of approximately 154 square meters
Opportunity to restore the villa to its original layout, creating a single, prestigious representative residence
Double garage
Just a few minutes from Arona, Stresa, and Milan Malpensa International Airport