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.

The Facts

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

• Sleeps: up to 13 guests
• Levels: arranged over four floors

Bedrooms & bathrooms

• Bedrooms: 6 in total

Second floor:

• 3 double bedrooms, two of which share a large lake view terrace
• 1 bedroom with queen-size bed

Attic floor:

• 1 double bedroom with lake views
• 1 twin bedroom, with beds that can be joined to form a double

Extra sleeping:

• Double sofa bed in the attic living area for the 12th and 13th guests

• Bathrooms: 5 in total

Ground floor:

• 1 bathroom with shower

First floor:

• 1 guest bathroom with toilet only

Second floor:

• 2 bathrooms, one with shower and one with bathtub

Attic floor:

• 1 large bathroom with hydromassage bath

Hairdryers are provided.

Layout

Ground floor:

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

First floor:

• Main kitchen, dining area, living room and separate reading snug, plus guest toilet

Second floor:

• 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including 2 bedrooms with access to the shared lake view terrace

Attic floor:

• 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, additional living area and double sofa bed

Kitchen & living

• The villa has 2 kitchens in total.
• The ground-floor kitchen is ideal for outdoor dining and pool days.
• The main kitchen is on the first floor and is well equipped with major and minor appliances, including a Nespresso coffee machine, dishwasher, double oven, microwave and large fridge freezer.
• The first-floor dining area seats up to 12 guests.
• There is a main sitting room on the first floor, a reading snug, and a further living area on the attic floor.

Pool & garden

• Private swimming pool measuring 8m x 3m
• Sun loungers and parasols provided
• Garden of approximately 1,500 sqm
• Flat outside space with olive trees and table tennis

Good to know

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

At full occupancy, 2 guests will be sleeping on the double sofa bed in the attic living area rather than in a traditional bedroom.

Air conditioning in available in all bedrooms and there is Wi-Fi throughout.

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

A private chef works well at Villa Antica if you’d like one relaxed highlight evening at home, particularly with the terrace and outdoor dining set-up in the warmer months.

You share your preferred date and any dietary notes or preferences.

We introduce a trusted local chef who will propose menu ideas.

Final details are arranged directly with the chef, and we guide the process.

You can read more about our private chef experiences here.