elegant apartment of the wonderful Villa Taverna in Torno
This elegant apartment is part of the condo of the wonderful Villa Taverna in Torno, one of the most beautiful and famous historical villas in the southern part of Lake Como. Villa Taverna is located directly on the eastern shore and enjoys fantastic sunsets over Lake Como towards the Grand Hotel Villa d'Este. From the villa a panoramic path leads to the town of Torno.A private tarred road leads from the gatehouse to the main villa, the separate units, and the 2 private parking spaces of this apartment.The apartment of approx. 165 sqm is set on the first and second floors in the northern wing of the central body of the villa. The first floor consists of a large living room with dining area, an exclusive eat-in kitchen and a bathroom with shower. A staircase leads to the mezzanine above the living room and to the second floor hosting 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms with shower. The living room, kitchen and two bedrooms enjoy a fantastic view of the lake. In 2006 the apartment was modernized with quality materials by the current owner.Further advantages are a private mooring and access to the approx. 60,000 sqm shared park. The apartment is ideal both as a main home and as a holiday home.Villa Taverna, in neo-classical style, was built around 1787. It consists of the main building, flanked by two symmetrical, lateral wings and some separate buildings. In 1984 the entire property was divided into 38 units and converted into an exclusive residential complex. The shared park of approx. 40,000 sqm with its Renaissance gardens is rich in precious species and inspired by the principles of English Romanticism. It hosts the beautiful Romanesque church of Santa Maria di Loppia and it is considered one of the most beautiful gardens on Lake Como. The villa and the park are under the protection of the cultural heritage of Lake Como.The elegant Mandarin Oriental and Il Sereno hotels with their spas, swimming pools and gourmet restaurants are located near Villa Taverna. The town of Torno can be reached on foot along the "Via Regina" path. Torno offers all amenities such as restaurants, bars, hotels, pharmacy, bank, food shop, post office etc. The city of Como can be reached by car or boat in only 10 minutes.