Villa Antica

A spacious historic villa in the hills above Salò, with a private pool, large gardens and lake views from the upper floors. Sleeps up to 13 across 6 bedrooms, with a flexible four-level layout that works well for larger families or groups who want privacy, outdoor space and easy access to one of Lake Garda’s most lively towns.

• Private pool with sun loungers and parasols
• Large flat gardens with olive trees and table tennis
• Lake views from the second and third floors
• Sleeps up to 13 across 6 bedrooms, plus a double sofa bed in the attic living area
• Two kitchens and multiple living spaces across four floors
• Just a 5-minute drive from Salò

Why we love this villa

Villa Antica is a wonderful example of a larger Lake Garda villa which blends modern comfort and a charm to create a space perfect for families and groups travelling together. The gardens are generous and usable, the pool area is set up well for slow days at home, and the layout gives groups plenty of space to spread out.

We also like the position above Salò. It feels private and peaceful, but you are still very close to one of the lake’s most lively towns for restaurants, shops, ferries and evenings out.

Perfect for

• Larger families or multi-generational groups who want space, privacy and a pool near Salò.
• Friends travelling together who are looking for generous outside space and a good western-shore location.
• Guests who want a peaceful setting, but still like being able to reach town, the lake and the ferry port easily by car.
• A villa week built around pool time, outdoor meals, and relaxed evenings at home or in Salò.

Feel free to share your dates and priorities and we’ll confirm availability and advise on the best fit.

Overview

Villa Antica sits in the hills above Salò on the western shore of Lake Garda, in a peaceful position surrounded by greenery. Just a five-minute drive from the lake and town, it combines the character of a historic home with the comfort and space needed for an easy group stay.

The villa is arranged over four floors and sleeps up to 13 guests across 6 bedrooms, with lake views from both the second and third floors.

On the ground floor, one of the two kitchens serves the outside area and terrace, ideal for outdoor meals. The main living level is on the first floor, where you’ll find the principal kitchen, dining area, sitting room and a separate reading snug.

The bedrooms are arranged across the upper floors. The second floor has four bedrooms, including two that share a lake view terrace, while the attic floor has the final two bedrooms along with a further living area with a double sofa bed.

Outside, the large flat garden, olive trees and private pool make this an easy villa to settle into.

Location

Villa Antica is set just above Salò, one of the western shore’s most lively and practical towns, with a good mix of restaurants, bars, shops, beaches and one of the lake’s best promenades.

The centre of Salò and the lakeside are around 1.5km away, which is roughly a 20 to 25 minute walk downhill. Guests should note, however, that the route begins along a country road, includes a main road crossing, and the return is uphill, so in practice most guests will find a car much easier for day-to-day use.

Salò is also a strong base for exploring the lake more widely, thanks to its well-connected ferry port. The surrounding hills offer good opportunities for walking, cycling and scenic drives, and the villa’s setting gives you easy access to both the lake and the quieter countryside behind it.

Although Villa Antica is not remote, we do recommend having a vehicle for stays here. There is private parking inside the gates for up to 4 cars.

The villa is around 30 minutes from the main A4 Milan–Venice motorway and approximately 1 hour by car from both Milan Bergamo Airport and Verona Airport.

Staying in this area? Read our local guide to San Felice, Portese & Salò →

The Facts

Everything practical at a glance, so you can quickly check suitability for your group.

• Sleeps: up to 13 guests
• Bedrooms: 6
• Bathrooms: 4 full bathrooms, plus 1 guest WC
• Levels: arranged over four floors
• Private pool: approximately 8m x 3m

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Villa Antica sleeps up to 13 guests across six bedrooms, with additional sleeping for one guest on the sofa bed at maximum occupancy.

Second floor:

• 3 double bedrooms
• 1 bedroom with French-size bed
• 2 of the double bedrooms share access to a large lake-view terrace
• 2 bathrooms: one with shower and one with double vanity and bathtub

Top floor:

• 1 double bedroom with lake views
• 1 twin bedroom; the beds can be joined to form a double
• Double sofa bed in the living area, used for the 13th guest at maximum occupancy
• 1 large bathroom with double vanity and whirlpool bathtub

Other bathrooms

• Ground floor bathroom with shower
• First-floor guest WC
• Hairdryers are provided

Layout

Ground floor:

Secondary kitchen serving the outdoor dining area and terrace, plus bathroom with shower.

First floor:

Main kitchen, dining area, living room and separate reading snug, plus guest WC.

Second floor:

Four bedrooms and two bathrooms, including two bedrooms with access to the shared lake-view terrace.

Attic floor:

Two bedrooms, one bathroom and an additional living area with double sofa bed.

Kitchen & living

• 2 kitchens in total
• Ground-floor kitchen positioned conveniently for the terrace, outdoor dining and pool days
• Main kitchen on the first floor with Nespresso machine, dishwasher, double oven, microwave and large fridge/freezer
• First-floor dining area seating up to 12 guests
• Main sitting room on the first floor
• Separate reading snug
• Additional living area on the attic floor.

Outside space & pool

• Private swimming pool measuring approximately 8m x 3m
• Step access into the pool
• Sun loungers and parasols
• Large, flat garden with mature olive trees
• Outdoor terrace for dining
• Barbecue
• Private gated parking for up to 4 cars.

Good to know

Villa Antica is arranged over four floors, so it is best suited to guests comfortable with stairs.

At full occupancy, the 13th guest sleeps on the double sofa bed in the top-floor living area.

Air conditioning is available in all bedrooms, with Wi-Fi throughout the villa.

Laundry facilities are available

Private parking for up to 4 cars inside the gates

Cots and highchairs available on request

The pool is not fenced, so children should be supervised at all times.

The villa is walkable to Salò in one direction, but because of the downhill route into town and uphill return, most guests will find a car the more practical option.

Experiences

Villa Antica suits a week that mixes relaxed time at home with easy outings around the western shore.

A private boat day from Salò is one of the simplest ways to see more of the lake, then come back for a swim and dinner at the villa.

For groups, pre-stocking or a first-evening meal can make arrival day much easier, especially if you want to settle in without needing to head straight back out.

Salò also works well for lakeside lunches, evening aperitivi and ferry days, while the surrounding hills offer good options for walking, cycling and scenic drives.

To explore in-villa services and experiences, you can browse options here.

Private Chef Experiences

Villa Antica works very well for a private chef evening, especially for a larger group wanting to enjoy dinner together without organising another trip into town.

The kitchen, terrace and outdoor dining areas make it easy to keep the evening relaxed, whether you have in mind a simple family-style meal or something more tailored for a birthday or special celebration.

We can suggest trusted local chefs according to the style of evening you would like and any dietary requirements within the group.

Read more about our private chef experiences here.