In the upcoming House of Gucci, family patriarch Aldo Gucci resides in a grand 16th century palazzo complete with lush gardens, baroque-era frescos, and ornate gilded interiors. While you may imagine this to be a grand movie set, it is actually one of the most iconic homes on Lake Como. And now, it’s available on Airbnb.
Villa Balbiano has officially been listed on the home-sharing site albeit only for a brief time in March. The property is sure to draw fashion fanatics, history buffs, and art aficionados alike. The grand estate dates back to the 17th century, and was most famously home to Cardinal Durini in the 18th. He amassed a large art collection and bought additional parcels of land which he then built additional structures on, including a church. Throughout his stewardship, Villa Balbiano became a gathering place for Italian intellectuals.
Today the home remains filled with antique furniture sourced from auctions at Sotheby’s and Christies. The 17th century frescos by Baroque painters the Recchi brothers and Agostino Silva remain and are remarkably preserved. Famed french interior Jacques Garcia also helped modernize the home’s six suites so they could be enjoyed by present-day visitors.
Take a look at the stunning Villa Balbiano below:
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