Villa Limone

A beautifully restored historic limonaia above Gargnano, set across terraced gardens with extraordinary lake views, a large private pool, and the rare convenience of being able to walk into town for shops, restaurants and the ferry. Sleeps 8 across four bedroom suites, with indoor/outdoor living that feels completely made for Lake Garda. 

• Lake views in full focus from the terraces and main living spaces 
• Walkable to Gargnano for the lakefront, restaurants, shops and ferry 
• Large private pool, plus a gazebo lounge area and a full poolside shower bathroom 
• Terraced gardens with olive and lemon trees and bougainvillea 
• Outdoor dining under an awning, plus barbecue 

Why we love this villa

Villa Limone is one of those rare places where the setting does the talking. It feels private and serene, yet you can still walk down to the lake for aperitivo and ferry days. The limonaia history gives it character, and the outdoor areas make it very easy to live well here. 

• The terraced gardens and lake-facing terraces create an “all day outside” rhythm, from breakfast to sunset 
• The pool area is excellent, with plenty of space to lounge and a full bathroom right there 
• It’s walkable to Gargnano, which makes the week feel lighter and less car-dependent than many villas on this part of the lake 

Perfect for

• Families who want a unique Lake Garda setting with walkability to town and ferries 
• Two families travelling together, with a pool that works brilliantly for children 
• Guests who love outdoor living and want terraces, gardens and views to be central to the stay 
• A week of “slow mornings and easy evenings”, with the option to explore by ferry rather than driving every day 

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

Overview

Villa Limone is a modern restoration of a historic limonaia, typical of Gargnano and dating back to the 1700s. The villa sits in full view of Lake Garda, surrounded by terraced gardens of olive and lemon trees, with mature bougainvillea throughout and a real sense of privacy. 

The interiors are bright and contemporary while retaining original features such as stone walls and pillars. On the main living level you have a fully equipped kitchen and indoor dining, plus two separate lounge areas with lake views, including a dedicated TV room. The layout suits a week of indoor/outdoor living, with doors leading straight out to terraces for dining and relaxing. 

The villa sleeps up to eight guests across four bedroom suites. Two double bedrooms have air conditioning and en-suite shower bathrooms. A third double bedroom has a ceiling fan and an en-suite shower bathroom. The fourth bedroom has twin beds that can be joined to form a double, and it has its own private terrace overlooking the lake. All bathrooms have showers, and there is a fifth full shower bathroom located beside the pool, which is particularly useful for pool days. 

Outside, the pool is a real highlight: a large 15m x 5m private pool with a deck and sun loungers, plus a covered gazebo furnished as an outdoor lounge. Between the gardens, terraces and the lake view, it’s very easy to settle in here and let the week unfold at villa pace. 

Location

Villa Limone is within easy walking distance of Gargnano for the lake, shops and restaurants, and there is also a ferry port here, which is one of the simplest ways to explore more of Lake Garda without driving. If you’re planning to use the ferries, our Lake Garda ferry guide is a helpful starting point.

Although Gargnano is a small village, it’s a lovely one for a walkable week: a handful of quaint local shops, a relaxed waterfront, and a good choice of restaurants and pizzerias for evenings out. There are several informal spots right on the lake with tables by the water, so you can keep nights simple – a stroll down, dinner, then an easy walk back up.

Parking is not directly at the villa. Guests are provided with municipal permission tags that allow parking in public spaces in town, and there are two public car parks below the villa. The final access to the villa is up a steep, narrow route (so cars don’t go right to the door), but you receive a private baggage service to bring luggage up to the villa entrance on arrival and departure. 

The villa is approximately 1.5 hours’ drive from Milan Bergamo Airport and Verona Airport.

The Facts

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

• Sleeps: 8 
• Bedrooms: 4 
• Bathrooms: 5 (all with showers, including a full bathroom beside the pool) 

Bedroom layout 

• Bedroom 1: double bedroom with air conditioning and en-suite shower bathroom
• Bedroom 2: double bedroom with air conditioning and en-suite shower bathroom 
• Bedroom 3: double bedroom with ceiling fan and en-suite shower bathroom 
• Bedroom 4: twin bedroom with joinable beds and a private lake-view terrace 

Kitchen 

• Modern, fully equipped, including dishwasher, oven, microwave, large fridge/freezer, toaster, kettle and Nespresso coffee machine 
• Ice machine, plus an extra fridge in the utility room 

Living spaces and dining 

• Indoor table seats up to 10 
• Outdoor table for 10 under the porch awning, plus barbecue 
• Air conditioning in the living-dining area on the first floor 
• Two lounge areas with garden and lake views, including a dedicated TV room 

Pool and gardens

• Private pool 15m x 5m with deck and sun loungers 
• Covered gazebo lounge area 
• Terraced gardens (approx. 2,000 sqm) with olive and lemon trees and mature bougainvillea 

Comfort and practicalities 

• Wi-Fi throughout 
• Air conditioning in two bedrooms; fans/ceiling blades in the other bedrooms (positioned to be naturally cool) 
• Air conditioning in the dining room and sitting room on the first floor 
• Washing machine, iron and ironing equipment, safe, hairdryers 

Good to know

This is a terraced, hillside property with multiple level changes, so it best suits guests comfortable with stairs. Some paths into town are steep. 

Air conditioning is in two of the four bedrooms, while the other bedrooms use fans and are positioned to stay naturally cooler. The dining room and sitting room on the first floor are also air conditioned. 

Parking is managed via municipal permission tags for public spaces in town, and luggage is transferred by a private baggage service up to the villa. The villa is around 300 metres from the parking area. There is no private parking at the villa. This is all straightforward once you know the system, but it’s worth understanding before arrival. 

Experiences

Villa Limone suits a week of easy lake living: slow mornings on the terrace, a ferry day across the water, then back to the pool and a relaxed evening in town.

Pre-stocking works particularly well here because arrival is via the baggage service, and it means you can settle in straight away. For a standout evening, an in-villa cooking experience is a lovely fit for families and friends travelling together.

Explore in-villa services and experiences here.

Private Chef Experiences

A private chef is an easy win at Villa Limone. You can spend the day by the pool, then enjoy a relaxed evening at home, with everything taken care of and no need to think about driving.

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.

Read more about our private chef experiences here.