Exclusive Historical Waterfront Property By Lake Como

Hidden among the secret coves of the eastern shore of Lake Como, this charming historical villa for sale in Faggeto Lario is a true haven for the soul, a timeless place where nature and stone tell ancient stories. Surrounded by a private park of approximately 3,000 sqm of flat lawn and lakeside woods, the property is spread over two levels with a total of approximately 150 sqm of interior space and was completely renovated a few years ago. The spaces are perfectly integrated into the surrounding environment and designed to offer contemporary comfort while respecting the original spirit of the place. Here, you truly live with your feet in the water, protected by a wall of raw rock behind you and overlooking one of the most poetic stretches of Lake Como. What makes this estate even more extraordinary is the veranda overlooking the garden and the rock face, the antique fireplace, the floors of natural wood, and the cosy atmosphere for those who love to stay away from mass tourism. 

The charm of this area of Lake Como lies in its silence, the wind rustling through the leaves and the enchanting views of the water. We are in the territory of Faggeto Lario, a small village nestled between the slopes of the Triangolo Lariano and the shores of the lake, in one of the wildest and most authentic areas of this famous corner of Lombardy. Although immersed in unspoilt nature, the area is connected by lake to the most famous villages on the coast, allowing you to reach Como, Bellagio or Lecco in a short time. Its proximity to Milan and the airports, combined with the uniqueness of the landscape, further enhances its appeal.

The origin of the property is deeply linked to the history of this area: it is in fact an ancient late 19th-century refuge, built inside a stone quarry dating back to medieval times, where for centuries the quarrymen of the lake worked, extracting the material used to build many villas and churches in the area. Even today, at the bottom of the rock face that protects the house behind it, you can still see the marks left by the stonemasons. On the lake shore, the grassy beach is framed by circular stepped rocks, once used by fishermen for catching agoni and persici. Every architectural detail preserves authentic traces of a working-class and rural past, now reinterpreted in an exclusive residential key.

Inside, the villa, which can only be reached by boat across the lake, offers warm and welcoming rooms with antique furnishings, exposed wooden ceilings and stone walls. The ground floor features an incredible living room with a centuries-old chestnut wood library and study, a double dining area with a kitchenette, a cosy sitting room around a granite fireplace, a guest bathroom, a bedroom, a panoramic glass and wood veranda overlooking the garden, and a laundry room. Upstairs, there are two more bedrooms, one of which is en-suite. 

Outside, the property opens onto a flat, well-kept and shaded garden, which slopes down to the private beach on the lake, making the entire residence a true oasis of privacy. Between the lawn, woods and rocks, the spaces offer relaxation areas with sun loungers, a hammock, an outdoor dining table and even a barbecue area. Despite its ancient character, the villa is equipped with all modern comforts, including air conditioning, Wi-Fi connection, updated systems and the highest quality materials. Everything is designed to allow you to live immersed in nature without sacrificing your daily well-being.

Buying this property means choosing a truly unique home, a corner of the world suspended in time, where every stone and every piece of wood carries with it the memory of the past. It is ideal for those who dream of an intimate retreat, far from everything, overlooking one of the most beautiful lakes in Europe and surrounded by powerful, untamed nature. A home designed for those who desire beauty, silence and authenticity.