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Palace of the Sun

Como, Lake Como, Italy, Europe

Situated between Il Dosso di Lavedo and the Comacine Island. Villa Palace of the Sun is one of the most important historical palaces on the shores of Lake Como. The history of the Villa Palace of Sun can be traced back to the mid-16th century and is strongly linked to the noble Giovio family who used it as their residence. At the end of the 16th century, the villa was sold to Cardinal Tolomeo Galio, who redesigned the original palazzo after the drawings of Pellegrinо Tibaldi. A century later, in 1787, Cardinal Angelo Maria Durini, politician and patron of the arts, acquired the Villa. Enlarged and embellished, the villa was used to host a gallant and frivolous society where festivals, banquets, and dances were followed one by another relentlessly. Villa Palace of Sun has recently been renovated by the famous French designer Jaсques Garcia. Оccupying over Zha. It remains one of the largest properties around Lake Como.The Villa also boasts important historical details such as spectacular 17th-century frescoes by the Recchi Brothers and Agostino Silva. The Villa offers accommodation in its six luxury suites in the main palace. Four additional bedrooms in the left wing and five bedrooms in the adjacent Villino.‍

  • Accommodates 16
  • Bedrooms 8
  • En-Suite Bathrooms 8
  • Guest Bathrooms 2

Where you'll be staying

BEDROOMS

  • Accommodates (max): 16
  • Bedrooms: 8
  • Bathrooms en-suite: 8
  • Guest bathrooms: 2

features

  • BBQ
  • Elevator
  • Fireplace
  • Garage
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Massage room
  • Parking
  • Garden
  • WIFI

Villa Services

  • Daily Maid Service
  • Change of Linen Twice Per Week
  • Welcome Basket
  • Signature Toiletries
  • Travel Assistance
  • Concierge Assistance

Concierge

  • Activities and excursions
  • Baby sitting and au pair
  • Butler and/or chef
  • Dry cleaning
  • Personal security
  • Personal shopping
  • Personal trainer
  • Spa and beauty treatments
  • Villa pre-stocking

What's Nearby

  • 27,5 km to Como

VILLA POLICIES

  • Check in: 14h00
  • Check out: 11h00
  • Maximum 16 guests
  • Non-smoking
  • Security deposit
  • Social events on request
  • All bookings subject to final approval by the owner

inquiries

Palace of the Sun

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