Villa Le Pré Fleuri is a charming retreat in the picturesque Alpino area.
Set on a sloping garden along the route to Mottarone, it boasts stunning Lake Maggiore views framed by majestic trees.
Thoughtfully renovated to blend modern comforts with timeless elegance, the home retains its traditionally decorated façade. Recognized for its exceptional design, Villa Le Pré Fleuri was proudly voted House of the Year 2024 by readers of Casa Facile.
The space
The open interior offers a spacious living area on the ground floor, featuring a double-height entrance that provides access to the kitchen, dining room, and living areas.
The custom kitchen is designed for cooking and enjoying local ingredients, equipped with a top of the line Miele appliances. Three French doors frame the view and lead to an expansive decked terrace. A grand, gas fireplace anchors the living area and can be enjoyed throughout the ground floor. There is a mud room and shower on the ground floor as well. The neutral-colored walls and furnishings create a striking contrast against the warm wood flooring and exposed wooden beams that extend throughout the house creating a calm and welcoming design.
A bespoke, metal and wood staircase connects all three levels of the building.
The first floor is composed of three spacious bedrooms, two of which are en-suite. A third family bathroom is located off the landing. This level boasts abundant natural light streaming through the expansive windows along the roofline, creating a seamless integration with the surrounding nature.
The lower level offers a sleeping area with a private patio, bathroom en-suite and laundry room equipped with a washer and dryer.
Le Pré Fleuri represents a remarkable transformation of a historical villa into a contemporary property. Through a harmonious blend of architectural enhancements, strategic interior redesign, bespoke furniture, and the preservation of historical elements, come and enjoy the unique living experience.
Additional detail:
- Fully equipped kitchen with induction stove, steam oven, dishwasher, large refrigerator and freezer, ice maker, air fryer, rice cooker, blender, kettle and microwave.
- Bedroom 1: Queen bed, en-suite with double sink.
- Bedroom 2: French door to Juliet balcony, sky lights, 2 twin beds. Private bath room with tub/ shower is just across the hall.
- Bedroom 3: Queen bed, en-suite.
- Additional sleeping area: Twin beds or Queen, en-suite, French doors lead to private patio with seating.
- Laundry room with washer and dryer.
- Back stone patio benefits from afternoon sun and is perfect for enjoying an apperitivo.
- Mountain breeze eliminates the need for air conditioning.
- Driveway can accommodate three cars
- Computer monitor, networked printer
- High speed Starlink internet connected to meshed Wi-Fi routers
- Television where you can connect via Chromecast device or Apple TV device (please note there is no satellite or cable television)
- A guide to our favorite restaurants, shops, local farms and markets etc.
Amenities include:
- Deck with table and chairs to seat 8 and a Gas grill
- Baby equipment, crib, highchair etc. can be set up upon request.
- Toys and board games
- 2 beach chairs & umbrella
- Beach towels
- Picnic blanket
- Cooler
- Wireless speaker
Good to know
- The garage is not part of the rental
- There are no window treatments on the roofline windows
- The road to reach the house is curvy
- There is no satellite or cable television. WiFi is available to connect to your streaming accounts.
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Other things to note
Italian Cities are well connected via train:
Milan (Milano): From Stresa train station (a 20 minute drive from the Villa) the train journey takes around 1 hour and 10 minutes depending on the type of train service chosen.
Turin (Torino): From Stresa train station (a 20 minute drive from the Villa) the train journey takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes depending on the type of train service chosen.
Exploring Switzerland from Villa Le Pre Fleuri:
Locarno (Switzerland): Locarno is a major city across the border in Switzerland, approximately 60 kilometers northwest of Alpino. It's reachable via a scenic route along Lake Maggiore and is known for its picturesque old town and annual film festival.
St. Moritz (Switzerland): Approximately 220 kilometers when travelling by road is a picturesque journey through the Alps, offering stunning mountain scenery and charming Alpine villages along the way.
Registration details
IT103034C2VJJFKCVM
