On the wooded slopes above Lake Maggiore, few homes break from tradition like Pinwheel, a 2021 residence with a pentagonal form and sculptural white façade designed by JM Architecture.

Unlike Como or Maggiore, Lake Orta has remained remarkably low-key — a retreat for those who favor intimacy and quiet over celebrity and spectacle.

The Italian property is set within 4.2 acres of meticulously landscaped parkland just a stone's throw away from the charming town of Stresa.

This historic villa with a private beach is located in Cannobio, a picturesque town on the shores of north-west Lake Maggiore in Piedmont, Italy, situated just a few kilometers from the Swiss border.

The lesser-known neighbour to Lake Como, Lake Orta is a hidden gem that boasts stunning views, charming villages, and a peaceful atmosphere.

Lake Maggiore, often overshadowed by the more touristy Lake Como, has remained more of a hidden gem in the famed Italian lakes region of Italy.

The luxurious property presents a lucrative opportunity for income rental potential as a vacation home on one of Europe’s most sought-after lakes, located on the south side of the Alps.

Built in 1900, the Art Nouveau-style villa is set in the heart of a lush century-old park, complete with an iron gazebo and greenhouse, and surrounded by fragrant flowers and trees, as well as terraced gardens and a private lake.

With a commanding position high above the western shore of Lake Como, the villa offers panoramic views of the lake overlooking Bellagio, and is only steps from the centre of Menaggio.

The 4.49 acre property is situated in the tiny Lake Como village of Argegno in northern Italy’s Lombardy region.