REF. CODE: 1175 TYPE: Lakefront Villa CONDITION: Luxury finishes POSITION: Lake Maggiore. On the shores of the lake MUNICIPALITY: Locarno PROVINCE: Locarno REGION: Ticino SIZE: 400 square meters (4305,56 square feet), of which 320 sqm of living area + 28 sqm of terraces + 20 sqm of outdoor parking + 35 sqm of patio TOT. N° OF ROOMS: 8 BEDROOMS: 4 BATHROOMS: 4 FEATURES: Parquet floors, granite staircase. Balconies overlooking the lake, double car garage ANNEX: No ACCESS: Asphalted road and pedestrian road POOL: Yes ELECTRICITY: Already connected WATER: Already connected TELEPHONE: Already connected ADSL: yes GAS: Already connected HEATING: Already connected GARDEN: Yes, perfectly maintained LAND: 1000 square meters of garden overlooking the lake
Aeroporto cantonale di Locarno (10km; 13’); Milano Malpensa (115km; 1h 25’); Milano Linate (130km; 1h 35’); Zurigo Kloten (213km; 2h 20’)
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VILLA FOR SALE LAKE MAGGIORE, LOCARNO
● GEOGRAPHIC POSITION Accessible through an iron gate on a pedestrian road, this exclusive villa is set in a fantastic location on the shores of Lake Maggiore. Placed in one of the most exclusive suburb of Locarno, elegant Swiss town with amenities and facilities, it is just 15-minute walk away from the historical center. In about 40 minutes’ drive, it is possible to reach Luino, Italian village on the east shore of Lake Maggiore, and Lugano, important financial centre of Switzerland. The nearest airport is the local airport of Locarno, only 10 km away, while the International Airports of Milano can be reached in about one hour and a half.
● DESCRIPTION OF BUILDINGS This enchanting villa has a total living area of approximately 320 square meters and it is arranged on four floors, composed as follows.
An impressive entrance hall introduces the main level, the ground floor, where there are a modern kitchen, boasting direct access to the perfectly maintained garden, and a living with dining area. On this floor there are an additional room and a bathroom, which can be used as studio or as bedroom for guests.
A dramatic granite staircase leads to the first floor, where there are three bedrooms, each with access to panoramic balconies, and two bathrooms. On the second floor there are a large lounge with kitchenette and an additional bedroom with bathroom, ideal for the creation of a small apartment for guests or staff.
On the basement, that can be also directly accessed from the 2-car garage, there are storage rooms, a laundry room and a spacious room, ideal as gym or wine cellar.
● STATE AND FINISHING Built in the 1920s, this gorgeous property has been recently restored.
The bathrooms have been completely renovated or have been newly built.
● EXTERNAL AREAS Surrounded by a lush garden completely fenced, this lakeview villa boasts outdoor living areas, ideal for relaxing into the open air. Close to the kitchen, and directly accessible from it, there is a BBQ area with pergola, perfect for alfresco dining. Overlooking Lake Maggiore, the swimming pool features a small bridge, connecting the two parts of the garden. On the opposite side, there is a lawn with fountain.
● USAGE AND POTENTIALS Thanks to its vicinity to Locarno, with all amenities and schools, it is the ideal solution for those who are looking for a private residence on the shores of Lake Maggiore.
The term Castle derives from castellum which, in turn, derives from Castrum, a Latin term that refers to a military settlement. It is, in fact, in Roman times that we find the first elements of castles, architectural structures that become even more important with the advent of the barbarians. These peoples, nomads and mostly devoted to hunting and war, were also particularly ferocious and it was therefore required to fortify the already existing military facilities.
With the fall of the Roman Empire and the advent of the Middle Ages the decentralization of power required the creation of different types of fortification. At the beginning the scene was dominated by the watch towers whose purpose was primarily military.
The different economic and social structure, typical of the Middle Ages, then, required the creation of fortified towns. The castle became, therefore, the nucleus of a decentralized economy that, from the city, now moved to the countryside. That’s why the castle appeared as real fortified village.
In modern times, with the advent of various forms of fortification, the castle lost its defensive role. The various castles began, therefore, to be converted into residences for noble families.
Currently many of the castles in Italy and Europe are in need of renovation and therefore represent an unique opportunity to give a new life to a piece of history.
Owning a castle, live in a castle and, even more, to revive a castle is surely one of the most exciting experiences of life.