Villa for sale in Ghiffa, Ronco

On the beautiful Piedmontese shores of Lake Maggiore, in Ghiffa, surrounded by lush parkland, is this enchanting historic villa, which brings to life the charm and elegance of times gone by, with a spectacular view of the lake. The property is in good condition and retains the character of times gone by with ornate ceilings, elegant semi stone and wooden floors and authentic furnishings that contribute to a unique and atmospheric ambience. The villa extends over three floors and is enriched by a charming turret from which you can admire an exceptional panorama. On the ground floor we are welcomed by a spacious entrance hall with a seminato stone floor, a living room with fireplace, a cosy and refined living room-studio with fireplace, a spacious kitchen and a dining room with fireplace, enriched by period details that evoke the atmosphere of times gone by. An elegant staircase leads to the upper floors, where there are five bedrooms on the first floor, one of which has an en-suite bathroom and a covered balcony overlooking the park. Another balcony is accessible from the master bedroom, from which you can enjoy the panoramic view. A further bathroom, perfectly equipped and functional, completes the floor. The second floor is dedicated to a small guest flat consisting of two passage rooms, a study, a boiler room and a bathroom, connected to the first floor by a steep internal staircase but also by a separate entrance from the outside. The property is completed by a small tower with large windows, accessible only from the outside, which is currently used as a gym. Outside there is an enchanting pergola surrounded by wisteria, which offers a real play of colours when in bloom. The iron pergola offers pleasant protection from the hot sunny days. Opposite you have a breathtaking view of the lake, whose water glistens in the sun's rays. From the garden there is access to a large cellar, which is ideal for storing various tools. The property also includes three covered parking spaces outside the villa and a garage inside the property. The villa is just a short walk from the lakeshore and is 5 km from the centre of Verbania and 20 km from the Swiss border, making it easy to reach. Less than 2 km away is the Sacro Monte di Ghiffa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with fascinating and atmospheric forest trails.