luxury houses for sale Ticino, Switzerland (page 3)

Villa Floridiana is a historic villa which was built in 1890, designed by the architect of Casa Savoia [the house of Savoy] on commission by Count Nino Rezzonico. The property is situated inside a well-tended 4,390 sq. m park with two fountains embellished with original bronze sculptures, a pergola and a chapel. It faces southeast and enjoys stunning views of the lake, the surrounding mountains and the city. The property is only 10 minutes away by car from the centre of Lugano and only 15 minutes from the TASIS (The American School in Switzerland). This magnificent Art Nouveau style property is located in a prestigious residential area. The property has maintained its splendour over the years thanks to renovation work which has kept unaltered its frescos, wood panelling, stained glass doors and windows, stuccos, flooring etc. without spoiling the original architectural style of the villa. The property is in very good condition and boasts the finest materials and luxury finishes, 3.5 m high ceilings (stuccoed, frescoed or panelled), eight marble fireplaces dating back to the end of the 19th century, original parquet flooring in the halls and in the bedrooms and original crushed stone flooring in the entrance halls, Art Nouveau stained glass doors and windows, Art Nouveau railings etc. The villa offers a living space of 1,400 sq. m over 4 floors and is currently divided into two apartments. It can be easily converted into one large dwelling again. The property currently comprises: Apartment A: Ground floor: entrance hall, a study with a fireplace, a library, a guest bathroom, a dining room with a fireplace and access onto a panoramic terrace, a living room with a fireplace, a sitting room / TV room with a fireplace, a guest bathroom and a kitchen with a backdoor. 1st floor: two bedrooms, both with en suite bathrooms, two more bedrooms, a bathroom and a walk-in wardrobe. Each room has a terrace or a balcony. Apartment B: 2nd floor: entrance hall, a guest bathroom, a large living room with dining area, a fireplace and a wonderful 60 sq. m terrace, a study and a kitchen with dining area; 3rd floor: a bedroom in the turret with walk-in wardrobe, a bedroom with en suite bathroom, a bedroom, a bathroom and a store room. All the rooms on this floor are air conditioned. Underground floor: a cellar, a large wine cellar, a restaurant kitchen with a fireplace, a laundry room, an ironing room, several storage rooms, two additional rooms, a SPA area with sauna, fitness area, a bathroom and a 5 m x 10 m indoor swimming pool. The villa also has 8 covered parking spaces – 2 of which can be locked – a lift for four people, a video surveillance system with alarm, automatic irrigation and lighting systems etc. Villa Floridiana is most probably one of the very few villas dating back to the end of the 19th century that still exist in the Lugano region. This villa was the meeting place of several politicians who wrote the history of Europe in the second half of the 20th century. It offers modern comfortable living and is the ideal dwelling for those who seek history-rich properties. A true rarity!

Villa Atlantis is located in Pregassona and is surrounded by a 1551 sq.m. (of which 274 sq.m. wood) well-kept partially flat garden, in a very sunny and quiet residential area facing south east, with unrestricted view of the lake, the surrounding mountains and the city. The property is only a few minutes from Lugano center. The villa was built in the 1969 and was carefully renovated in 2004/2006. It is in perfect condition and features a living area of 773 sq. m. on three floors dividen into big and bright rooms. Moreover it offers a panoramic terrace, a flat garden, a pool, an elevator, three covered parking places and several outdoor parking places. The property is divided into two living units, but can easily be converted into one. The house comprises: ground floor: studio with room and bathroom, technical room 1st floor: entrance, guest toilet, spacious living room with dining area, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, master bedroom with 2 en-suite bathrooms and wardrobe; 2nd floor: entrance, guest toilet, spacious living room with fireplace and dining area, kitchen, 2 bedrooms both with en-suite bathrooms, spacious wardrobe; mezzanine: studio Villa Atlantis is the ideal home for a family seeking privacy in a peaceful location within walking distance from the city centre.

Design & style - with absolute tranquillity just a few minutes from the city centre of Lugano. This villa enjoys a beautiful panoramic view over the lake and total privacy. The house offers approx. 500 sqm of living space, with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Entrance area with scenic elliptical staircase, large open space living area with elegant materials and matt marble floor. Guest area, service rooms. The property is equipped with air conditioning, video surveillance, home automation with temperature control, lighting and security systems, Sonos sound system. Wall cupboards throughout the house. Terrace equipped with barbecue, garden with panoramic pool and fruit trees. Garage and several parking spaces. Designer property by renowned architect in stunning location.

In Montagnola, Collina d'Oro, in a quiet residential area, west oriented with beautiful views on the lake of Lugano and the surrounding mountains, stands this beautiful modern villa. With 4637sqm of land (of which 3511sqm are woods and 50 sqm are a lake plot with a private dock), a garden planted with olive trees, palms and various kinds of flowers; privacy is guaranteed. It is approx. 10 minutes by car from the centre of Lugano and the TASIS (American School). The property has been completely renovated in 2013/2016 with materials and finishes of the highest standing and maintained in an impeccable state. It offers approx. 440sqm living space on 3 floors and additional 400sqm of terraces (with heated infinity pool, kitchen, BBQ, Pininfarina pergola) as well as an independent guest flat and a boat house. The house offers the ultimate in living comfort using the latest technology. The living spaces of the villa are divided as follows: entrance floor: entrance hall, service bathroom, equipped kitchen, dining room, large living room, 2 bedrooms each with wardrobe and en-suite bathroom, patio, terraces, garden; lower floor: service bathroom, master bedroom with wardrobe and en-suite bathroom, living room, fitness area with sauna and shower, laundry, terrace with infinity pool, garden; guest flat: 3 bedrooms with their own en-suite bathrooms. Parking spaces: 2 indoor (garage), 2 outdoor. This modern villa represents the best that today's technology can offer, guaranteeing elegance, privacy and living comfort.