About this property

A true Victorian masterpiece situated in the prestigious town of Menaggio, this remarkable lakefront compound represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of Italy's most iconic private estates. Featuring approximately 1,800 square meters of living space, 13,000 square meters of botanical gardens and an extraordinary 1,050 linear feet of private shoreline, the property offers a level of privacy, prestige and historical significance rarely found anywhere in Europe. Originally commissioned during the late nineteenth century, the estate showcases authentic Victorian architecture, multiple residences, guest accommodations, private waterfront access and breathtaking panoramic views across Lake Como. A trophy property designed for the world's most discerning buyers, family offices and collectors seeking an irreplaceable legacy estate in one of the most desirable destinations on earth. The estate also features a historic greenhouse, multiple guest residences, staff accommodations, private boat facilities and direct lake access from several points throughout the property. Surrounded by mature botanical gardens and protected by exceptional privacy, Villa Olivetta offers a unique combination of heritage, scale and waterfront prestige rarely available on the international market.