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 […]
3 Modes of Transport in our Ultimate How to Travel to Lake Como, Italy: a delightful adventure
Travel to Lake Como like a celebrity You can travel to Lake Como, Italy, on a ferry, and by road. However, if you want to travel to Lake Como like a celebrity, you can even get a helicopter from the airport. We have a helipad less than five minutes walk from the villa, making travel […]
Your relaxed and relaxing boating holiday around Lake Como
On Ferries or Boats, undoubtedly the best way to see Lake Como is from the water. Either travelling to the Villa or on a boating holiday around Lake Como, dramatic vistas, snow capped mountain ranges falling into the Lake, sunsets, sun and moon rises to equal no others in the world, nothing can compare to […]
Cycling holiday on Lake Como, Italy
A Cycling holiday on Lake Como roads is one of the best ways to see Lake Como. The pace lends itself to exploring places on and around the Lake. Cars whizz past, barely noticing the beauty hiding behind the bends and curves of the road. And cycling with a group of friends, staying in a […]
What to expect from a family holiday in Lake Como, Italy
Not sure what to expect from a family holiday in Lake Como? This video from an amazing American family (check them out here: www.instagram.com/iz.harris) really showcases what Lake Como has to offer, even when it’s raining in the off-season! They visited Lake Como in October when the autumn colours were in their full glory and […]
