Villa Floridiana

Villa Floridiana is a historic gem built in 1890, crafted by the architect of Casa Savoia for Count Nino Rezzonico. Nestled within a meticulously maintained 4,390 sq. m park, it features two fountains adorned with original bronze sculptures, a charming pergola, and a serene chapel. Facing southeast, it offers breathtaking views of the lake, mountains, and the city. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from Lugano's center and 15 minutes from TASIS, this magnificent Art Nouveau property is situated in a prestigious residential area. Its grandeur has been preserved through careful renovations that maintain the integrity of its frescoes, wood paneling, stained glass, and exquisite flooring. In excellent condition, the villa boasts luxurious finishes, soaring 3.5 m ceilings, eight marble fireplaces from the late 19th century, original parquet, and crushed stone flooring. The villa spans 1,400 sq. m over four floors, currently divided into two apartments, but easily convertible back into a single grand residence. Apartment A includes an entrance hall, study with fireplace, library, guest bathroom, dining room with terrace access, living room, sitting room/TV room, and kitchen. The first floor features two en suite bedrooms, two additional bedrooms, a bathroom, and a walk-in wardrobe, with each room offering a terrace or balcony. Apartment B on the second floor has an entrance hall, guest bathroom, expansive living room with dining area and fireplace, study, kitchen, and a stunning 60 sq. m terrace. The third floor includes a turret bedroom with walk-in wardrobe, another bedroom with en suite bathroom, and additional rooms. The underground level features a cellar, wine cellar, restaurant kitchen, laundry room, storage rooms, a SPA area with sauna, fitness area, bathroom, and a 5 m x 10 m indoor pool. The villa also includes eight covered parking spaces, a lift, video surveillance, and automated systems. Additionally, there is a buildable plot of 1,374 sqm adjacent to the villa, offering a gross floor area of approximately 550 sqm, available for an additional CHF 2 million with the villa purchase. Villa Floridiana is one of the rare surviving villas from the late 19th century in the Lugano region, historically significant as a gathering place for influential politicians of the 20th century. It combines modern comfort with rich history, making it an exceptional find.