Palazzo, Perugia, Umbria In addition to the palazzo, this property includes a farmhouse divided into two apartments, one with three bedrooms, the other with two; a large garage; offices and storage rooms. Outside, the grounds extend to 35 hectares and include gardens, a lake, vineyard, olive grove and farmland. The palazzo itself features frescoes and parquet floors in many of its rooms. Downstairs, all rooms radiate off a central staircase and impressive entrance hall and include four reception rooms, a panelled library, dining room, kitchen and sunroom, which leads to a terrace overlooking the garden. Four bedrooms with en suites and terraces make up the first floor, while the second floor has two further bedroom suites and access to a threestorey tower. This includes a spiral staircase, seven bedrooms and two bathrooms. £8.3m / €10.5m / $13.3m Handsome Properties +44 (0)20 7467 5330
Lake Como Villa, Lombardy Ideal for sailing enthusiasts, this Art Nouveau villa on the edge of Lake Como includes private mooring for three or four boats as well as a buoy for larger vessels. Inside, the spacious living room leads out on to a terrace and gardens with panoramic views of the lake. There is also a library with feature fireplace, large kitchen, dining room, study and cloakroom. Upstairs are four bedrooms, each with en suite and private balcony. The basement houses a self-contained apartment, suitable for use as staff quarters, which leads out directly to the lake and moorings. Private parking for up to six cars is also in the grounds. £4.7m / €6m / $7.6m Abercrombie & Kent International Estates + 44 (0)20 3667 7016 84 86
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