Villa Cima is the quintessential example of fusing the intimacy of a private home complemented by the luxury personal service of the Villa D'este hotel, named as the world's best hotel in the 2009 Forbes 100 list.

In 1814 Caroline of Brunswick, the Princess of Wales and future Queen of England, commissioned Villa Cima to be built on the banks of Lake Como as a guest house. Accommodating various discerning gentry such as the Count and Countess Pino the lush interiors and classic antique furniture are as you would expect with all the modern day comforts added on.

Influenced by the grandeur of it's big brother Villa D'este the order of the day here is meters of brocaded silk, embellished furniture and waves of objects d'art. Mr. Darcy would feel quite at home here but so does your apple iPad as 21st Century WiFi internet and satellite TV join in holy matrimony with the 18th century lavish furnishings.

Within the plush grounds are 3 swimming pools, 8 tennis courts, a world class SPA and six 18 hole golf courses in the surrounding area. All of this and more are accessible to you as guests of the Villa CIMA, not forgetting the private Helipad in case you need to whizz up to St Moritz for a spot of jewellery shopping.

Each room in the Villa has unique lake views with many subtle touches that make for a truely memorable experience. The discretion and impeccable service that you receive here are the hallmarks of the Villa D'este estate.

Interior design
Inside this stately home the living space is divided over three floors. With the emphasis on classic luxury no two rooms are alike and each are filled with antiques and art. The living room, dining room and sleeping quarters are complemented by a luminous spacious kitchen where the Chef can prepare a feast fit for a King to be enjoyed, naturally, on your private lakeside terrace.

The four bedrooms are composed of one Suite, a junior suite and 2 corner bedrooms with a sitting area in between. All of the rooms face the lake and have a balcony or terrace. Each of the bedrooms has an en-suite dressing room to house your Jimmy Choos and a luscious marble bathroom for pampering after a days exploring on the lake.

Outside there is an amazing lakeside terrace where the sound of the gentle waves of Lake Como lapping against the stone wall will lull you into a deep state of relaxation. Breakfast and dinner can be served here or you might just prefer to laze on the lounge chairs with a good read.

The elegance and timeless charm coupled with a world class service form the attractiveness of this stately home.

Address

Airports: Milan Malpensa/Linate/Lugano Agno/Bergamo Orio al Serio Ferry: Navigazione lago di Como www.navigazionelaghi.it Motorways: A9 autostrada dei laghi/A2 Lugano Chiasso/SS36 Milano Lecco Trains: Como San Giovanni/Como Nord lago/Lecco/Varenna

Rooms

Style: Five star villas
Max no. of guests: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Rates: On Request
Feature: Part of the Villa D'Este Luxury Estate

Facilities

Entertainment
*LCD TV/ DVD
*Stereo with iPod dock
*Centralised Telephone Network
*Film library
*International satellite TV in all rooms
*WiFi internet
*Business centre in the Hotel

Creature comforts
*Bespoke linens
*Feather down duvets and hypoallergenic pillows
*Sumptuous en suite bathrooms
*Daily maid and turndown service
*Air conditioning
*Security alarm

Suitability
*Families
*Business events
*Weddings
*Photoshoots
*Film locations

Highlights
*World class SPA and treatment centre
*Complimentary membership to the Sporting club
*3 pools, one floating, 2 indoor (heated)
*Lakefront Terraces and boat Dock
*8 tennis courts
*Manicured gardens
*Helipad

Included
*All the Staff of the hotel villa D'este
*Personal Travel Assistant
*Gourmet Chef (On Request)
*Twice Daily Housekeeping
*Breakfast Service