Penny Wainwright travelled to Lombardy to discover five of Italy’s thermal spas, each with its own unique qualities… Words and images © Penny Wainwright The term ‘spa’ is sometimes said to come from an acronym of the Latin phrase ‘sanus per aquam’, meaning ‘health through water’, but while that’s a neat idea, it isn’t true. […]
Fleur Kinson shares the low-down on different parts of Lombardy to help you decide which area would be perfect for your new life in Italy. Photos by Getty Images Lombardy is the economic powerhouse of Italy, and prices here reflect that, especially in the capital, Milan, which is one of the most businesslike and affluent […]
The stylish region of Lombardy combines romantic Alpine lakesides and elegant little cities. It’s long been loved by foreign property buyers, and with good reason, says Fleur Kinson Lombardy photos by Getty Images With an annual GDP that’s double the size of Italy’s next most productive region, Lombardy has been rightly dubbed the ‘economic […]
This typical village property is located just 1km from Lake Como in San Siro, some 8km north of Menaggio and about 90 minutes from Milan airports. The two houses provide about 240 sqm of accommodation between them. Both properties require renovation and would benefit from total modernisation, but both have superb lake views from all […]
This apartment, with superb lake views and lift access, forms part of a lovely residence with swimming pool and solarium in Gravedona, some 500 metres from the shore of Lake Como and about 90 minutes from Milan airports. The apartment, number A7, provides about 120 sqm of accommodation over two floors, and benefits from independent […]
Immersed in an oasis of peace, this is a finely restored rustic villa with lake view and 12,000 sqm of private greenery. On the ground floor is a beautiful porch and bright living area, both with lake view, a kitchenette, a study and a small bathroom. On the first floor, a hallway, a storage room, […]
Luxurious lake-view apartment (one of seven, all built in 2005) located in a small village high on an east-facing slope with views over Lake Maggiore. Approximately 100 sqm, plus 18 sqm balcony, plus terrace garden. Sleeps six. Fully furnished and ready to use. Living room with open kitchen, audio/TV room, three bedrooms, two bathrooms (one […]
This property in Sala Comacina is a large and bright apartment located in one of the most beautiful spots on Lake Como. The property is set on one floor with a living space of 115 sqm, plus 70 sqm of terrace and garden and a private garage. It is part of a development of 8 […]
This beautiful two-bedroom apartment forms part of a period villa in a beautifully kept garden with lovely lake views, within walking distance of amenities in Tremezzo and the lake. The apartment, which is on the first floor, provides about 120 sqm of accommodation and includes a large living room with dining area, separate kitchen with […]
This is a lovely find! In Pianello del Lario, on Lake Como, just 2km from the lake and surrounded by the beautiful greenery of the natural world, stands this wonderful and completely renovated, detached country house. It has 80 sqm of space, with 1,300 sqm of garden. Internally, you’ll find a living room, kitchen, two […]