Agra · 整套别墅 · 4室4床2.0卫 · 可住8人 · Villa K2 by Carlo Mollino
Villa K2 was designed by architect Carlo Mollino in 1953, one of Italy's most celebrated designers. It has remained in the hands of the same family ever since. Arranged on two floors, with a breathtaking view of Lake Maggiore, the villa is surrounded by greenery in the middle of a large private garden. The first sketches submitted by Mollino were very daring. The villa were to have consisted of two floors cantilevered on four pillars: part of the first floor would have been occupied by a grand staircase and the upper floor would have been entirely dedicated to an enormous drawing room with a glass fireplace in the centre. But Luigi Cattaneo rejected this idea: he wanted something simpler. The second version of the project, created by Mollino according to his instructions, was certainly more modest but at the same time more elegant. However, it still retains its distinctive feature, the cantilevered part, resting on just two columns. And on sunny autumn days, with a clear sky and the lake shimmering, it looks as if the villa is about to take off. The living room was therefore completely abandoned (which was unthinkable at the time) and replaced with a dining room joined by an open kitchen. In addition, the house has five bedrooms: three on the first floor (two doubles and one with two single beds) and two on the ground floor (one double, one with two single beds) two bathrooms, a utility room and a boiler room. And, of course, the magnificent terrace that runs the length of the façade. Mollino, however, was not only an extraordinary architect but also a maverick designer, the author of furniture that has made Italian design history and reached stellar prices at auctions organised by international brands such as Christie's and Sotheby's. Villa K2 is entirely designed by Mollino in every single detail, including screws. Some pieces, which were once part of the house's furnishings, have reluctantly been sold to private collectors or museums, but many still remain, such as the beds, wardrobes, bedside tables or the famous coat racks nicknamed 'earrings'. The property is completed by the caretakers' house and the former stable, now used as a shed. All immersed in a four-hectare private park.
Fantastic villa by a legendary architect, amazing view on the lake (unfortunately not in our case caused by the fog), the host was very attentive and responsive. highly recommended!
It was a really beautiful getaway! The house is so charming, with a splendid view, and we felt right at home from the moment we arrived. The booking was very smooth and Mattia was incredibly helpful. I would definitely come back!
wir waren 8 Personen und haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Das Haus mit atembreaubender Aussicht ist sehr schön. Die Küche ist sehr gut ausgestattet, die Zimmer gemütlich und alles war sehr sauber. Einige Betten waren ein bisschen unbequem. Wir würden wieder kommen und können es wärmstens weiterempfehlen. vielen Dank!
Magnifique emplacement dans un cadre cosy et idyllique. La vue sur le lac majeur est à couper le souffle et la maison dans son style vintage est très accueillante et confortable pour un grand groupe.
Tres bel emplacement, bien de qualité préservé qui gagnerait à être amélioré par l apport de touches de confort et notamment une machine Cafe expresso. Séjour à recommander entre amis mais pas forcément avec des enfants en bas âge à cause des risques de chute escalier et terrasse. Séjour un peu restreint pour 8 personnes sinon magnifique paysage et vue imprenable sur le lac.
Agra lies 800 metres above sea level on the Lombard shore of Lake Maggiore, about 20 minutes' drive from the picturesque town of Luino, from which the entire area can be explored thanks to land connections and the extensive boat service. The famous writer Piero Chiara was born in Luino, while the hamlet of Porto Valtravaglia was the birthplace of Nobel Prize winner Dario Fo.
The area is now an international holiday destination, especially from nearby Switzerland and Germany. The shores of the lake are still frequented by many Milanese, who still own second homes here. Over the years, Lake Maggiore has undergone extensive conservation work and its waters are now suitable for bathing. Among the best known and most charming places are Caldè, Laveno, Cannero, Cannobio, Stresa as well as the world-famous Isola Bella, Isola Madre and Isola Borromeo. The small town of Locarno, home of the famous film festival, and Lugano, the capital of Canton Ticino, are also within easy reach.
Milan Malpensa international airport is about 80 minutes' drive from Agra, and Lugano airport no more than 50 minutes.
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