Villa Ponti Bellavista is a Gio Ponti revival for rent on Lake Como
A Gio Ponti revival, triggered partly by a 2022 Taschen publication that reappraises the Italian maestro’s massive design and architectural legacy, makes the discovery of Villa Ponti Bellavista particularly exciting. Villa Ponti Bellavista: dramatic views and a trip back in time The 500 sq m villa on Lake Como, recently renovated and available for rent, was Ponti […]
QUESTA VILLA SUL LAGO DI COMO REALIZZATA DA GIO PONTI È OGGI UNA CASA VACANZE DA SOGNO
Breve storia di Villa Ponti Bellavista: indirizzo da affittare per svago e relax, che può ospitare fino a quattordici guest alla volta “La famiglia Fossati di Milano si rifugiò a Civenna, sul lago di Como, durante la Seconda Guerra Mondiale e amò talmente tanto il luogo da continuare a venirci in vacanza per tutti gli anni Cinquanta. Un giorno, […]
This Architectural Gem was influenced by the renowned Italian Architect Gio Ponti
Villa Ponti Bellavista Gio Ponti, one of Italy’s most well-known architects and founder and editor of Domus architectural magazine until his death in 1979, was known to the original owner, according to his daughter, Renata Fossati, who was 16 when the villa was built. Renata and her family sold the villa to the current […]
The Top 10 Most Luxurious Lake Como Villas
While finding the right luxury villa on Lake Como is the main priority for high end guests looking to book a unique vacation experience, on arrival, nothing can prepare you for the scenic beauty of the lake itself. Lago di Como has inspired poets and writers from as far back as ancient Roman times, with […]
Restoration of Mid-Century Villa in Lake Como Villa influenced by 1960s architect Gio Ponti
Elegant early 20th-century Italian architecture makes for some of the most beautiful homes in the world, and a growing number of tour companies now offer exclusive access to these luxurious properties. Get your camera ready for some serious touring. Some of the best villas in Italy are hidden in the hills or down on the […]
Golfing On Lake Como
Our guide to beautiful golf courses and exclusive golfing on Lake Como. Lake Como has some of the most beautiful golf courses in the world For those who love to golf, not only is the course itself important, but the location of it is paramount. Lake Como has some of the most beautiful golf courses […]
The Best Places to Stay on Lake Como
The first time I visited Lago di Como, I thought that of course, the village of Como would be the best place to stay. I knew nothing about the Lake but wanted to be in the heart of the action. The choice of accommodation was much greater there, since it seemed to be the largest […]
Christmas and New Year at Villa Ponti Bellavista, Lake Como, Italy
Although many hotels, shops and restaurants in Lake Como close down for the winter, many reopen again for Christmas and New Year when local and traditional celebrations take on a different, more intimate atmosphere. It becomes like a fairytale winter wonderland. In our town of Civenna, above Bellagio, streets are decorated with festive street lighting […]
Spring and Autumn on Lake Como, Italy
Many people who visit Bellagio and Lake Como in general, find the crowds can be daunting in the high summer season of June, July and August. Those who holiday in September benefit from the same fantastic sunny weather but less tourists to share it with as the children have gone back to school and the […]
Restoration of Mid-Century Villa in Lake Como
Villa influenced by 1960s architect Gio Ponti When we first bought the Villa Ponti Bellavista, influenced by Italy’s most famous architect, Gio Ponti, we thought the renovation and restoration of mid-century villa in Lake Como would be simple. All the original 1960s bathrooms were intact, without a single broken tile, and the original marble and […]
