• Villa Troubetzkoy - Named after Russian prince Alexander Troubetzkoy, who was married to the renowned dancer Maria Taglioni. After enduring six years of hard labor in Siberia for attempted insurrection, the prince relocated to Blevio. He demolished an existing rural structure to build his villa. Due to the rocky terrain, he used explosives to clear the land, earning the nickname “Disturbs rocks.”

• Villa Cademartori - Originally an 18th-century building owned by the Artaria family, prominent publishers of the time, and used as their holiday retreat. In 1842, German trader and banker Giorgio Mylius purchased and renovated the villa. After his death, his second wife Sophie Elisabeth Vonwiller sold it to Corrado Cramer, a member of a notable Milanese family in the textile industry. The Cademartori family, owners of a major Italian food company, later acquired it and used it as a holiday home. The villa underwent its last renovation in the 1980s and was divided into apartments.

• The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como - This five-star plus hotel is a serene retreat on the sunny forested shores of Lake Como. At its heart is the 19th-century Villa Roccabruna, which has been elegantly renovated to blend modern Italian style with subtle oriental touches.

• Villa Taverna - Located in the village of Perlasca, between Blevio and Torno, Villa Taverna was built by Count Paolo Taverna in the late 18th century. It was rented to Francesco Melzi during the construction of Villa Melzi. In the 19th century, the Poldi Pezzoli family expanded the villa with two symmetrical wings. In 1941, it was sold to the Trivulzio and Gerli families. The villa has hosted many notable guests.

• Villa Pliniana - Constructed in 1573 around the spring of the same name, Villa Pliniana is named after the naturalists Pliny the Elder and Pliny the Younger, who first described the spring’s intermittent flow in the 1st century A.D. Built by Count Giovanni Anguissola, the villa has hosted figures like Napoleon, Stendhal, and composers Bellini, Rossini, and Liszt. It is now part of Sereno Properties and serves as a luxury resort.

• Orrido di Nesso - Located midway between Como and Bellagio, Nesso is known for its unique waterfall, the Orrido, which cascades from the mountain into the lake. The best way to experience this natural wonder is by boat, allowing you to feel the power of the water up close.

• Isola Comacina - Once a Roman fort and later a medieval settlement, Comacina Island is the only island on Lake Como. It forms a tranquil bay with the lakeshore. Visitors can explore the ruins via a woodland walk, though an entrance fee is required. Accessible by ferry or private boat, the island is home to La Locanda dell’Isola, a renowned restaurant offering local specialties.

• Villa del Balbianello - One of Lake Como’s most spectacular sites, Villa Balbianello is perched on a promontory with stunning lake views. Originally a monastery, it has housed cardinals and noble families. Now a museum, it displays artifacts from the explorations of its last owner, Monzino. The villa is famous for its appearances in films like Star Wars Episode II and James Bond’s Casino Royale. Managed by the Italian Environmental Fund, it is open to visitors and can be rented for private events. Arriving by private boat is recommended for a romantic experience.

• Lenno - This lakeside residence was restored in the early 1920s by engineer Carlo Mantegazza and is known for its privacy, being accessible only by boat. Giacomo Mantegazza continued his father’s modernization efforts, making Villa La Cassinella one of Lake Como’s most stunning properties. Forbes magazine has listed it among the world’s most beautiful holiday villas. The villa can accommodate up to 20 guests, though little is known about its current occupants. The true owner remains a mystery, with rumors suggesting Richard Branson, who has denied ownership.

• Bellagio - Situated at the center of the lake, Bellagio divides the east and west branches. Its name derives from the Latin “bi-lacus,” meaning “between the lakes.” Known for its charming alleys filled with shops, Bellagio is home to Villa Melzi and Villa Serbelloni, both open to the public. The scenic but narrow road from Como to Bellagio takes about an hour by car, despite being only 30 km away.

• I Giardini di Villa Melzi - Built by Duke Melzi in the 1800s, Villa Melzi is accessible on foot from Bellagio’s center. While the villa’s interior is closed, its expansive and beautiful gardens are open to visitors.

• Parco di Villa Serbelloni - Originally constructed by the noble Serbelloni family, the villa is now part of the Rockefeller Foundation. The park can only be visited with a guide, and the tour takes about two hours. The walk through the park, with its native and exotic vegetation, offers stunning views of the lake’s two branches.

• Bellagio - Count Frizzoni from Bergamo built this luxurious holiday villa in 1850. In 1873, it was expanded and transformed into the Grand Hotel Bellagio, attracting nobility from around the world. Arturo Bucher, grandson of Swiss luxury hotel pioneer Franz Josef Bucher, acquired the hotel in 1918. The Bucher family celebrated 100 years of ownership in 2018.

• Bellagio - Villa Fanny, located on the Punta di Bellagio, has had several owners over the years. Acquired by the Grand Hotel Bellagio in 1907, it was sold to Artur Bucher in 1929. Later owned by an Italian steel magnate and then Russian millionaire Arkady Novikov in 2008, the villa is currently owned by the Guido family.

• Tremezzo - Overlooking Bellagio, Tremezzo is known for the Grand Hotel Tremezzo, a luxurious five-star hotel, and Villa Carlotta, which is open to the public and features a beautiful garden.

• Villa Carlotta - Built in the late 17th century by the Marquises Clerici of Milan, Villa Carlotta is renowned for its botanical garden and art collection, including works by Canova, Hayez, and Thorvaldsen. Visitors can also see the private rooms of Princess Charlotte of Saxe-Meiningen, who received the villa as a wedding gift in the mid-19th century.

• Laglio - The village of Laglio is famous for Villa Oleandra, George Clooney’s summer residence. This beautiful Italian-style villa is where the actor often spends his holidays.

• Moltrasio - Home to Villa Fontanelle, once owned by Gianni Versace, Moltrasio is known for its stunning estates.

• Cernobbio - Villa d’Este, a magnificent five-star hotel, was built in the late 1500s and converted into a hotel in the late 1800s. It has hosted many famous politicians and actors, offering guests a taste of classic luxury.

• Villa Erba - Constructed by the noble Erba family in the early 1900s, Villa Erba is now used for events, weddings, and exhibitions. Its glass complex in a large park hosts major events and fairs. Generally closed to the public, the villa can be visited during special events and is best admired from the lake by boat.

• Villa Olmo - Named after two ancient elms that once stood on the site, Villa Olmo was built in neoclassical style between 1782 and 1787 for Innocenzo Odescalchi. Sold to the Municipality of Como in 1925, it has since been a prestigious venue for exhibitions, events, and conferences.

• Bottled water included
• Alcohol consumption restricted to guests over 18

By securing a spot on this boat tour, you’ll unlock the hidden locales of Lake Como, which are otherwise inaccessible from the mainland. Frank’s brand-new boat will take you on a journey to explore historic villas, charming gardens, quaint fishing villages, and stunning landscapes! You’ll get to visit prized locations like George Clooney’s house, Nesso (Orrido), Comacina Island and marvel at some of Lake Como’s most breathtaking spots: Villa Balbianello, Bellagio and Tremezzo. Frank’s new lavish 9.15 meters long, Italy-built boat provides ample space and easy entry to the lake. It features a spacious canopy and a cozy changing cabin complete with a toilet. So, feel free to dive in for a swim in Lake Como!
To have an exhilarating boat tour experience with the legendary Frank, then all you need is to sign up for this tour! Frank’s charismatic disposition and multilingual fluency in Italian, English, and French will surely make your tour entertaining.

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