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Lake Como Castle
History Line The Castello was built on a 9th century fortification tower where signal fires were lit to warn Como and Milan of invading barbarian hordes. This strategic lookout post was also used in the 16th century and expanded into an armoury. From the Castello windows, one can see clearly the sweeping views both to the north and south to Como which is what makes it such an incredible sun kissed location to this day. The Castello was first converted to a residence in 1980 by renowned Venetian architect Tobia Scarpa. The moorish influences in Scarpa's Venetian heritage are evident in the architecture and the interiors. Scarpa was given carte blanche to transform the Castello into an exotic family getaway by then owner, iconic modern furniture magnate Piero Ambrogio Busnelli of B&B Italia. The monogram 'PAB' embedded in the stone kitchen terrace was preserved to pay homage to the Castello's famed previous owner. Lower floor (-3) - street level Main entrance from the cave Lower Floor (-2) Tv Room with fire place and bar Laundry Lower Floor (-1) Master double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with tub and lake view Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with shower and garden view Guest toilette Ground floor - garden level Living and dining room with fire place and lake view and direct access to the garden Fully equipped kitchen Mezzanine Double bedroom with no privacy because it looks on the living room with ensuite bathroom with tub and shower (with privacy) and wardrobe Please note that the bedrooms are not convertible in twin bedrooms. OUTDOOR Relax area with furniture and a table for 8 guests Large rooftop terrace above the castle with sunbeds and sofas Garden: 5 acres of palm-tree studded landscaped grounds Olive orchards Plunge pool Boat house and private pier across the street CHALET (at extra cost) 3 bedroom LIMONAIA (private and not available) Distances Milano - Malpensa Airport (MPX) - 59 km Milano - Linate Airport (LIN) - 75 km Lugano airport (LUG) - 38 km On the lake Como - 10 km Milan - 59 km Lugano (CH) - 36 km St. Moritz (CH) - 122 km
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