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Located in the village of Matera in Southern Italy, Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita is an 18-room boutique hotel restored from abandoned prehistoric caves. The Sassi di Matera (stones of Matera) are prehistoric dwellings dug into the rock itself. Today, the area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Situated on the shores of Lake Como, Italy, this exquisite estate features a tasteful blend of antique furnishings and rich, handmade fabrics. The property enjoys panoramic lake views and is surrounded by manicured gardens.
Designed by Es Arch – Enrico Saramellini Architetto, Casa Up is a beautiful contemporary country house located in Madesimo in the Lombardy region, Italy. The one bedroom, one bath modern home used to be a barn and stable. The reconstruction transformed the old building into a contemporary home while maintaining the rustic ambience of its surrounding.
Situated in the medieval walled-city Bergamo in Italy, the GombitHotel is a charming boutique hotel with contemporary interior design in a historic building. The architectural heritage is a defining characteristic throughout the hotel. The style of the interior is one of contemporary luxury and historical symbolism with a touch of whimsical charm.
Located on the shores of Lake Maggiore in Pallanza, Italy, Grand Hotel Majestic is an exemplary conception of La Belle Époque. Built in 1870, the property has undergone meticulous renovations while preserving the ambience of a poetic era. The interior court with white marble columns is the epitome of elegance and grandness. The reception hall is clad with original wooden floors, bronze chandeliers and art deco lamps designed by Florentine craftsmen.
CastaDiva Resort & SPA on Lake Como in Blevio, Italy is nestled in a stunning landscape with breathtaking views. The 18th century villa features an eclectic Renaissance style with contemporary charm. An exclusive spa with state-of-the-art amenities provide world-clas relaxation. A floating pool suspends over a 19th century dock.
Situated on a hill overlooking Lake Lugano in Italy, this polygonal shaped glass house with round edges is optimized for thermal efficiency. The glass pavilion has two defined areas — mountain view and lake view. The living room, dining room and kitchen are located in the pavilion, while the bedrooms, bathrooms and garage are in the lower underground block. The use of geothermal energy, rain-water collection system and efficient low-emittance glass insulated with argon gas makes this the ultimate energy efficient home.
L’Orto degli Angeli is a boutique hotel in Bevagna, Perugia, Italy in the Umbria region converted from an 18th century residence. L’Orto degli Angeli was endowed from the region of Umbria with the qualification of “Historical Residence” for the high historical-architectural value. The fourteen rooms and apartments of the residence are all different and preserve most of their original fittings: antique furniture, paintings, kitchen utensils and little things which have always been there and tell the history of the original family.
