Just a short walk from the historic funicular linking the centre of Como to Brunate stands this charming Art Nouveau villa, which retains all the charm and elegance of early 20th-century architecture. The finely decorated façade, the characteristic arched portico and the spacious terraces overlooking the lush garden, with partial views of the lake and the surrounding mountains, all reflect the distinctive character of this property, surrounded by tranquility and nature. Built in the early 20th century, the villa is spread over three levels and is surrounded by a beautiful private park of approximately 4,000 square metres, from which one can enjoy a stunning unobstructed view of the Alps. Over the years, the property has undergone renovation and maintenance work, including a major restoration in 2004, which involved the refurbishment of the roof and façade. Subsequently, the gas heating system with radiators was also upgraded and the boiler replaced. The windows are wooden with double glazing. The main floor features an elegant entrance hall, a spacious living room and a further lounge area with direct access to the large terrace, ideal for enjoying pleasant moments of relaxation outdoors. The floor is completed by a bathroom and a delightful study, which is particularly charming thanks to its large windows and wooden bookcases, creating a cosy space full of character. The upper floor comprises the sleeping area, consisting of four spacious bedrooms and three bathrooms, two of which are en suite. Serving this floor is a second large south-facing terrace, accessible from both one of the bedrooms and the corridor, offering a pleasant view of the nature. The basement houses two cellar rooms, the boiler room, a further bathroom and a spacious garage. The villa retains valuable original architectural features that emphasise its historical identity and authentic character: the garden portico, which offers the possibility of creating additional rooms; the façade's decorative elements; the high ceilings; the parquet flooring; the bow windows; and the large glazed areas, which flood the rooms with light and create a continuous connection between the interior spaces and the surrounding landscape. Brunate is a village located on the hill above the center of the city of Como, famous above all for the historic funicular that connects it quickly to the Larian capital of Como; The town is also famous for the numerous villas in eclectic and liberty style as well as for the numerous panoramic points from which you can admire, not only the first basin of Lake Como, but also the most important mountain peaks of both the Alps and the Apennines. The area is very well known by both cyclists and runners thanks to the numerous itinerary trails in the woods that depart from here; among the many it is worth mentioning the trail that connects Brunate to Bellagio. In the town there are essential services such as a pharmacy, the post office and a bank in addition to the major shops. Thanks to the funicular, Como Nord Lago train station can be reached easily and without the car, which connects the Larian capital to the center of Milan and the airport of Milan Malpensa in about an hour, or the ferry boat landing to reach by boat the most important tourist destinations of Lake Como, such as Cernobbio, Tremezzina, Menaggio and Bellagio.
