Grand Hotel A Villa Feltrinelli

Luxury Holidays At Grand Hotel A Villa Feltrinelli

Built in 1892 as a summer home, for the family of timber magnate Faustino Feltrinelli, the Neo-Gothic Grand Hotel A Villa Feltrinelli, resides on one of Lake Garda’s finest pieces of waterfront real estate. Purchased in the 1990s by Bob Burns (of Regent Hotels) no expense has been spared in preserving and restoring the villa to its previous state of elegance; the original furniture and furnishings including ceiling frescoes, antique furniture, fine paintings and rare books bestowing a charming air of exclusivity throughout. There are just twenty suites, each with its own stately collection of antiques and every conceivable amenity, including heated marble bathroom floors - twelve of the suites are situated in the main house, the remaining eight lie scattered throughout the grounds. Cuisine is a two Michelin-starred, gastronomic pleasure, focusing on local produce, accompanied by some of Italy’s best vintages from the villa’s wine cellar.

Details:

Type: Boutique Hotel
Summary: Fabulous 21st century reincarnation of a private home
Feature: Uniquely shaped, octagonal Bar
Rooms: 20 suites
Nearest airport: Verona Catullo Airport

Grand Hotel a Villa Feltrinelli From The Lake

Amenities

Bar & Seating Area

Boat Trips

Home Cinema System

In-room Spa Treatment

Library

Swimming Pool

Watersports

Wine Cellar

Location and transfer

Approximately one hour and fifteen minutes from Verona Catullo Airport by private car transfer.

Accommodation:

The more formal rooms located in the villa, range in size from 450 to 750 square feet; features include waist-high beds, large terraces (depending on your location) and wonderful lake or garden views – Premium Junior suites offer lake views, frescoed ceilings and spacious bathrooms. The bathrooms of all the suites feature a large soaking bath, antique fixtures and pampering Acqua di Parma products. Alternatively, the independent guest houses with their contemporary, understated interior designs enjoy a unique location in the privacy of the grounds, shrouded in magnolia, olive groves and lemon trees.

All suites feature air-conditioning, mini-bar, hair dryer, bathrobes and slippers, bathroom amenities, personal safe, flat-screen television showing international channels, telephone, wi-fi access and a twice daily maid service. DVD players are available on request.

Junior Suite:

Room View: Grounds view
Facilities: Located within the villa, this spacious room boasts a comfortable bed, elegant bathroom, and modern amenities.

Deluxe Junior Suite :

Room View: Grounds view
Facilities: Located within the villa, this lavish Suite promises a comfortable stay with a spacious king-size bed, elegant bathroom, and an old charm yet modern amenities.

Premium Junior Suite:

Room View: Grounds view
Facilities: Located within the villa, the Premium Junior Suite affords guests with a spacious room complete with king-size bed, lavish bathroom, and and old charm yet modern amenities.

Casa dei Fiori – Junior Suite:

Room View: Grounds view
Facilities: This airy and spacious suite promises an old charm and elegance throughout. The bedroom boast a comfortable king-size bed, elegant bathroom, and modern facilities.

Casa dei Fiori – One Bedroom Suite:

Room View: Villa view
Facilities: This elegant One bedroom Suite promises guests a comfortable stay with a king-size bed and elegant bathroom.

Casa Rustica – Junior Suite:

Room View: Grounds view
Facilities: Boasting contemporary decor and stylish rustic interiors, the Casa Rustica Junior Suite is ideal for those looking for something special.

La Limonaia – One Bedroom Luxury Cottage:

Room View: Grounds view
Facilities: Elegant and luxurious, the One Bedroom Luxury Cottage is ideal for for those looking for something extra special. This stunning cottage boasts an old world charm yet provides all the luxury amenities you'd expect.

Dining:

The Dining Room :

Cuisine: Italian
Setting: Dominated by an intricately carved wood fireplace and ornate coved ceiling with parquet flooring, the Dining Room serves breakfast lunch and dinner.
Dress Code: Elegantly casual
Children's Menu: No
Vegetarian Option: Yes
Reservation Required: No

The Pergola :

Cuisine: Italian
Setting: In the summer, dining can be enjoyed al fresco in the covered pergola, with its festive Venetian fabric chandeliers and overhead fans.
Dress Code: Elegantly casual
Children's Menu: No
Vegetarian Option: Yes
Reservation Required: No

The Private Dining Room :

Cuisine: Italian
Setting: With its fabric covered walls, featuring hand-painted baskets of figs (a traditional symbol of fertility) and the original family table seating up to fourteen guests, the private dining room is a very special place for an intimate dining experience with family or friends.
Dress Code: Elegantly casual
Children's Menu: No
Vegetarian Option: Yes
Reservation Required: No

Wine Cellar:

Cuisine: An extensive wine collection.
Setting: The villa’s private wine cellar can accommodate up to eight people and offers private wine-tasting sessions.
Dress Code: Elegantly casual
Children's Menu: No
Vegetarian Option: No
Reservation Required: No

Property Highlights:

Lakes & Mountains

Grand Hotel A Villa Feltrinelli stands proudly on the banks of stunning Lake Garda - its crystal-clear waters flanked by striking mountains, rolling vineyards and idyllic old towns. With the hotel's impressive selection of classic boats, your destination of choice is just a quick scenic boat ride away. Boasting a varied and beautiful landscape, Lake Garda also offers a selection of interesting excursions for nature lovers, including a visit to the botanic garden at Gardone Riviera. Perhaps you would prefer to bathe in the lake's crystal-clear water, horse-ride in Lake Garda's most isolated corners or climb the surrounding mountains' dramatic rock faces.

Romance

With its sparkling waters, rolling hills and charmingly rustic villages, Lake Garda epitomises Italian romance. Meander together through Grand Hotel A Villa Feltrinelli's delightful parkland as you pass lemon houses, olive groves and beautiful Italianate gardens. Explore the hidden corners of Lake Garda aboard the hotel's luxurious, classic Riva boat, or unwind with an indulgent couple's massage at the Regeneration Lounge. Soak up the last of the day's glorious Mediterranean sunshine before enjoying unique, fresh Italian cuisine by candlelight, alongside breathtaking views of the water.

Weddings

The villa and its grounds make a delightful setting for your big day and the private dining room and open-air terrace are perfect reception venues for a small wedding party. For something extra special, private wine-tasting sessions can be arranged in the villa's private wine cellar.

Dining & Gourmet

Creative and passionate, the two-star Michelin chef at grand Hotel A Villa Feltrinelli- Stefano Baiocco - spends as much time in the restaurant's greenhouse and garden as he does in the kitchen, providing a fresh and unique take on traditional Italian cuisine. The emphasis of each dish is on detail, consistency and the matching of flavours - whether a simple salad or complex meat dish - as well as artful presentation. Matching Stefano's glorious cuisine is the exquisite wine list and the restaurant's elegant venue with views over Lake Garda.

Spa Breaks

For complete relaxation and rejuvenation, head to the Villa’s Regeneration Lounge, where guests can enjoy completely natural face and body treatments from an exclusive Tata Harper spa menu. Each therapy provides a pampering and luxurious experience with herbs grown from Tata Harper’s Organic farm in Vermont. Indulge in body treatments - such as the Liquid Gold Organic massage and Serenity Ritual - opt for a rejuvenating facial, or choose a more traditional Swedish massage. An inimitably tranquil space, leave the Regeneration Lounge feeling the same serenity and peace that surrounds Lake Garda.

Hotel Experiences

Explore the eight acres of beautifully landscaped grounds containing an olive grove and a tiered lemon garden; enjoy a lazy afternoon in the scholarly atmosphere of the library or a cruise on the lake, courtesy of the villa's vintage 52-foot wood-panelled yacht. Come the evening, having indulged yourself in some of the finest Italian cuisine, enjoy a timeless classic in the library, magically transformed into a home cinema then follow the lamp-lit pathway to your gorgeous suite for a blissful night's sleep.