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Luxury Villas and Apartments in Lombardy
Lakeside villas on Como and Garda, and fine apartments in the heart of Milan
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Lakes, a great city and a long table in between
Few Italian regions give you so much within an hour's drive. Lombardy has Milan, the country's capital of fashion, design and money, with Leonardo's Last Supper in the refectory of Santa Maria delle Grazie. It also has the deep, mountain-ringed waters of Lake Como, the Lombard shores of Garda and Maggiore, and the Renaissance courts of Mantua and Sabbioneta.
Our Lombardy collection runs to 440+ homes. On the lakes there are villas above the water at Moltrasio, Argegno and Tremezzo, some with infinity pools, and apartments in old palazzi at Varenna. In Milan there are apartments with designer interiors in Brera, San Babila and the streets around the Quadrilatero, and further south and east, villas with pools in the countryside near Brescia and Mantua.
Here is how the region divides, and how to choose between lake and city.
Lombardy at a glance
- Homes
- 440+ villas and apartments, with up to 30 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £3,200 to £10,500 a week, from around £2,400
- Best areas
- Lake Como at Bellagio, Varenna, Tremezzo and Cernobbio; central Milan; Brescia and the Garda shore
- Best time
- April to June and September for the lakes; spring and autumn for Milan
- Airports
- Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate and Bergamo, with Como around an hour from Malpensa
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Villa Lake Garda Olive & Luxury Villa Rental with Private Pool Olive Grove Lake Garda3 bedrooms
Rent Villa Pliniana Lake Como17 bedrooms
Villa Isola Ossuccio: Luxury Villa with Pool & Tennis Court – Como1 bedrooms
Villa Palazzo Lake Como Italy17 bedrooms
Ferries, gardens and villages stacked above the water
Lake Como is shaped like an upside-down Y, and Bellagio sits on the point where its arms meet, with the gardens of Villa Melzi at the water's edge. Across the lake, Varenna climbs steeply from its little harbour towards the Castello di Vezio, while Tremezzo has Villa Carlotta and its famous spring azaleas. Villa del Balbianello at Lenno is close by.
The western shore, from Cernobbio and Moltrasio up through Argegno and Ossuccio, is where most of the grand villas stand. The Greenway footpath runs from Colonno to Griante, past Isola Comacina and the chapels of the Sacro Monte. The ferries are the best way to get about, and lunch on the other side of the lake makes an easy outing.
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A city that rewards those who stay
Milan is often treated as a place to change planes, which is a pity. The Duomo roof terraces look out to the Alps on a clear day, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is still the city's grand meeting place, and the Pinacoteca di Brera holds Mantegna, Raphael and Caravaggio.
Brera is the neighbourhood for galleries and evening walks, the Quadrilatero and San Babila for the fashion houses, and the canals of the Navigli, near Porta Ticinese, for aperitivo at dusk. The opera season at La Scala opens each year on 7 December, the feast of Sant'Ambrogio, the city's patron saint. An apartment here makes Milan feel like home for a week rather than a stopover.
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Roman stones, sparkling wine and Renaissance courts
Brescia is one of the less hurried cities in northern Italy. Its Roman Capitolium and the monastery of Santa Giulia are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Between the city and Lake Iseo lie the vineyards of Franciacorta, Italy's answer to Champagne.
To the east, the Lombard shore of Lake Garda runs from Sirmione, with its moated castle and Roman villa ruins, up through Salò and Gardone Riviera, where Gabriele d'Annunzio's eccentric Vittoriale is open to visitors. Further south, Mantua has Mantegna's frescoed Camera degli Sposi in the Palazzo Ducale and Giulio Romano's Palazzo Te. Country villas around here suit those who want space, a pool and quieter roads.
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Saffron risotto, lake fish and choosing your month
Lombard cooking is richer than the Italian food most British visitors know. Milan gives you saffron risotto, ossobuco and the cotoletta, and panettone at Christmas. Around Lake Como you will find missoltini, sun-dried shad from the lake, served with polenta. Mantua is known for tortelli di zucca, pumpkin pasta with a hint of sweetness.
On the lakes the season runs roughly from Easter to October. April to June and September are the loveliest months, and July and August are warm and busy. Milan is at its liveliest in spring and autumn, and much of it closes around Ferragosto in mid-August. Our concierge can arrange boat hire on Lake Como, Last Supper tickets, La Scala seats and Franciacorta tastings.
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Villa Breva Blevio: Exquisite 4-Bedroom Villa with Lake Views & Pool – Blevio4 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £58,492 a week
Villa Brunate Como: Luxury 8-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool – Como8 bedrooms · sleeps 16From £58,429 a week
Villa Balbianello Ossuccio: Luxury 1-Bedroom Villa with Infinity Pool – Como1 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £51,191 a week
Villa San Giorgio Varenna: Luxury 9-Bedroom Villa with Pool & Tennis Court – Varenna9 bedrooms · sleeps 20From £48,300 a week
Villa Sasso Ossuccio: Luxury 6-Bedroom Villa with Infinity Pool & Lake Views – Como6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £47,537 a week
Villa Smeraldo Fiumelatte Varenna: Luxury 4-Bedroom Villa with Sauna & Lake Views – Varenna4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £44,226 a week
Villa Comacina Ossuccio: Elegant 5-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool – Lake Como5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £43,862 a week
Villa Promontorio Carate: 9-Bedroom Luxury Villa with Lake Views – Carate9 bedrooms · sleeps 18From £43,554 a weekWhy book your home in Lombardy with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Lombardy's homes range from lakeside villas reachable only by steep lanes to apartments a few minutes' walk from the Duomo, and we know which are close to a ferry stop, a train station or a good table. With 440+ properties in Lombardy, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
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You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Private boat hire on Lake Como, Last Supper and La Scala tickets, Franciacorta tastings, a private chef, restaurant reservations and transfers from Malpensa, Linate and Bergamo. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Lombardy?
For a lake holiday, Bellagio, Varenna, Tremezzo and Cernobbio on Lake Como are the classic choices. For culture, shopping and restaurants, central Milan, especially Brera and the streets around the Duomo, is best. Brescia and the Garda shore suit those who want wine country, quieter towns and room to spread out.
When is the best time to visit Lake Como and Milan?
April to June and September are ideal for Lake Como, with gardens in flower, warm days and fewer crowds than in high summer. Milan is best in spring and autumn. Many restaurants and shops close for part of August.
Do I need to book to see The Last Supper?
Yes. Entry to Leonardo's Last Supper at Santa Maria delle Grazie is by timed ticket, and tickets often sell out weeks in advance. Our concierge can help you secure a slot or arrange a guided visit.
Can you arrange a private chef at a home in Lombardy?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury propertie in Lombardy cost?
Across our 440+ properties in Lombardy, weekly rates typically range from £3,200 to £10,500, with the most affordable from around £2,400 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Lombardy from the UK?
There are direct flights from the UK to Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate and Bergamo. Como is around an hour by road from Malpensa, and trains run from Milan to Como and Varenna in about an hour or less. Our concierge can arrange private transfers.
Are there homes in Lombardy for large groups?
Yes. Our Lombardy collection includes properties with up to 30 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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