Villa Barbara Desenzano, Garda Lake, Italy

Looking for an authentic ‘wow factor’ stay on Lake Garda?

Boasting a breathtaking lake view backdrop from its serene parkland setting, this large period villa provides families and groups of 8 with an exclusive base from which to soak up the best of Lake Garda.

Reached by a timeless and regal entrance which features a palm-lined walkway and unique crescent portico entrance, the Italianate-style villa provides an elegant mix of exotic romance and modern day exclusivity.

Throughout the luxury villa, an array of precious artefacts and beautiful antiquities set the tone for an enchanting stay in all seasons. Guests will easily feel at home within the villa’s timeless splendour and flexible family-friendly appeal; with air conditioning, central heating, fans and a fireplace providing a welcoming home-from-home whatever the weather. Equipped with paid WIFI access too, the spacious 2200sqm villa is fully at home in the 21st century.

Upon entering the bright and inviting entrance hallway, a host of regal reception rooms serve as the ideal venues for relaxing and entertaining. A beautiful and appealing living room furnished with a chesterfield sofa suite enables guests to curl up in style and enjoy a favourite movie to the Sky TV provided. A music stereo is also on hand to set the scene.

Guests can easily wine and dine their stay away to the separate formal dining room. Offering regal elegance under the splendour of a crystal chandelier and enticing fresco ceiling, a truly spellbinding dinner party awaits! The separate modern fitted country-style kitchen with breakfast table and chairs is also on hand to provide a sunny and informal setting that is perfect for a morning coffee or a relaxed Sunday brunch. All the must-have cooking appliances are provided here, including a cooker hob, oven, microwave, toaster, coffee machine and dishwasher. Perfectly accompanying the internal dining arrangements is also a sunny outdoor dining area with BBQ.

The villa’s elegant sleeping accommodation is ideally suited for versatile group stays and family getaways. The sleeping arrangements comprise a spacious master double bedroom with private lake view balcony, a second lake view double bedroom, a third lake view double bedroom and 2 separate single bedrooms ideal for children or nannies. A fully fitted family bathroom, 2 modern shower rooms and a cloakroom WC with access to private laundry facilities complete the layout of this authentic and romantic holiday retreat.

Relaxing within the sumptuous private garden, guests can easily feel away from it all. As well as the charming alfresco dining area and beautiful landscaped grounds, guests can also make the most of the sunny private outdoor swimming pool and the convenient private parking.

From its convenient setting, the exclusive villa is situated within easy walking distance of the hustle and bustle of Desenzano town centre. Here guests will find a wide selection of restaurants, cafes and bars to savour, alongside the town’s lakeshore, popular beach, charming harbour, historical castle and convenient train links to Verona, Venice, Brescia and Milan.

Close proximity to the nearby highway and boat station also offer easy access to all of the most beloved beauty spots of Lake Garda, including Manerba del Garda, Salò, Riva del Garda, Garda and Bardolino.

Families staying can easily reach Gardaland (21 minutes drive) and the Caneva Aquapark (23 minutes drive), whilst those looking to get active can enjoy water sports, tennis, hiking, boat hire and a round of golf at the Arzaga Golf Club (15 minutes drive away). Those looking to fully unwind will also find the indulgent health spas of Sirmione just 23 minutes drive away. Guests looking for a cosmopolitan day out or carefree flight home can also reach Verona and its airport within just a 30 minute drive.

Pay at the booking: bedlinen, towels, cleaning 425 Euro