2 Bedrooms - Apartment - Lake Como -..

La Fontana - stunning modernist living on Lake Como with an excellent rental history!Situated just 15m away from the Lakeshore in a contemporary residence just outside the resort town of Varenna, and set in the elegant grounds of the ancient Villa Capoana, this penthouse apartment comprises 160sqm of luxury internal accommodation and boasts some splendid features throughout such as air-conditioning and under-floor heating to all the 3 floors.Conveniently reached by either outside stairwell or by lift the property comprises a 55sqm lower floor with large studio living space ideal for guests with a Jacuzzi, a modernist Bathroom and stairs leading to a laundry room.The upper floor comprises 70sqm of luxury lake view accommodation with a spacious open plan living area with a contemporary luxury kitchen with modernist features, a luxury contemporary bathroom and boasting a wonderful sunny aspect throughout. Spectacular sliding glass doors open onto a fabulous outdoors terrace balcony which enjoys stunning lake views towards the western shore. The stylish and spacious 103sqm slate tiled terrace is perfect for entertaining with a private luxury Jacuzzi for upto 5 persons and boasts all day sun. The terrace leads to an additional private garden to the side of the property which measures 60sqm and provides a fantastic alfresco dining area with views of poplar trees and the unique remains of the villa's historical grounds, which include a splendid fountain and the Fiumelatte river, which is famous as the shortest natural running river in Italy and was mentioned by Leonardo di Vinci.To the open plan living room wooden steps lead to an upper mansard floor which is 35sqm in size and capable of accommodating an additional 4 persons.AccessoriesThe properties enjoy only the highest quality fixtures and fittings and boasts extra features for maximum comfort including under-floor heating, a central air-conditioning system with individually controlled climate zones, private lift access and a private garage with electric doors.An excellent holiday rental income has been enjoyed by the current homeowners as the property appeals to the high-end self-catering holiday market where guests will pay a premium for luxury lake view properties close to the resort towns. The charming village of Fiumelatte features some local amenities and a fantastic train service which boasts a convenient Lecco-Milan route.The resort town of Varenna is famed as being one of the most romantic of Lake Como towns, with its splendid medieval town centre and charming ancient lakefront which leads to an elegant Victorian promenade where a car and passenger ferry service runs to Bellagio, Cadenabbia and Menaggio. Varenna features popular visitor attractions such as the medieval Castello di Vezio and the elegant lakefront grounds of Villa Monastero and is a popular visitor destination year-round with the local Ski resort of Bobbio & Pien della Betulla being just a 40 - 50 minutes drive away.