luxury apartments / penthouses with pool for rent Como, Italy

Within the magnificent Villa Odescalchi Raimondi Tagliaferri, set in an exclusive setting surrounded by the tranquillity of a centuries-old park, lies an elegant ground-floor apartment enhanced by two delightful private gardens. This extraordinary residence forms part of the historic Villa Raimondi, once owned by the noble Odescalchi family of Como. Among its distinguished residents was Benedetto Odescalchi, who resided here for many years before being elected Pope in 1676 under the name Innocent XI. The property later passed to the Counts Tagliaferri, its last private custodians. The villa bears the unmistakable neoclassical imprint of the renowned architect Simone Cantoni. Today, the building is divided into refined apartments and is surrounded by a splendid English-style park, featuring tree-lined avenues, centuries-old vegetation, a panoramic swimming pool, and a tennis court. The apartment, measuring approximately 188 square meters, retains the prestige and charm of the historic residence, with original Venetian terrazzo and fine parquet floors, beautifully frescoed double-height ceilings, and exceptional natural light. The entrance opens onto an elegant living room, followed by a spacious kitchen, a hallway, and a stylish guest bathroom. A charming mezzanine area hosts one of the two double bedrooms. The second master bedroom, overlooking the villa's private chapel, features an en suite bathroom with bathtub and a generous walk-in closet. The property is completed by a single garage, a cellar, a private outdoor parking space, and additional guest parking. The location is highly strategic, offering easy access to major transport routes, the railway station, and the International School.