Villa Minerva

Overview

Villa Minerva is a prestigious estate, nestled in 5 acres of wonderful parkland overlooking fabulous Lake Garda. Immerse yourself in nature, relax by the pool, soak in the views – this villa offers it all and is just a few minutes drive away from the lake shore, making it a great choice for a villa stay in the Italian Lakes.

Set in the hills between Toscolano Maderno and Gargnano, the villa is in the small village of Cecina and is within easy walking distance to the village’s two restaurants and small grocery store. Venture 5 minutes or so by car and you’ll be in the popular lakeside town of Toscolano, offering great beaches and a selection of restaurants, bars and shops.

Divided into three areas (a large apartment with 6 bedrooms and two studio apartments), Villa Minerva is a fantastic choice for families or friends travelling together. The villa accommodates up to 18 guests over 8 double bedrooms. The first floor is host to 4 double rooms with views over the gardens; on the second floor, there are 2 bright and spacious double rooms with views of the lake and these both have air conditioning and ensuite bathroom; the two studio apartments are located on the first and second floor respectively, both with double bedrooms, air conditioning and ensuite bathrooms. These also boast lovely views over the lake and grounds of the villa.

The kitchen is on the ground floor and is equipped with all major and minor appliances. There are also two small kitchens located in the two studio apartments.

Our favourite feature of Villa Minerva is the wonderful porch and barbecue area. There is both a stone bbq and gas cooker making this a great place to dine al-fresco and while away the warm Italian evenings.

The villa has a lovely private swimming pool, an excellent spot for all-day fun or even just a quick dip before dinner and is complete with sunloungers and hammocks. It’s also surrounded by 5 acres of gardens, complete with olive grove and pond, making Villa Minerva a great choice for kids and pets alike.

The Facts

Sleeps

18 guests (maximum 16 adults).

Bedrooms and bathrooms

8 double bedrooms in total.

First floor

4 double bedrooms overlooking the park.

1 double bedroom in the studio apartment on the first floor.

Second Floor

2 bright double bedrooms with lake views and en-suite bathrooms.

1 double bedroom in the studio apartment on the second floor.

There are 8 bathrooms in the villa, all with showers. 4 bathrooms are en-suite (two with the bedrooms on the second floor; one in each of the studio apartments) and 2 are on the ground floor in the laundry room.

Kitchen

There is a comfortable kitchen on the ground floor and the two studio apartments also have a small kitchen each.

Swimming Pool

The private pool is approximately 8m x 2.5m and has a maximum depth of 140cm.

Good to Know

There is air conditioning in the two double rooms on the second floor and the two double rooms in the studio apartments. The four double rooms on the first floor all have fans.

There are two laundry rooms at the villa with washing machine and ironing facilities.

WIFi is included here.

Experiences

Designed to make your stay a little extra special, this home has a collection of additional in-villa services available. These include grocery shopping before you arrive, a home cooked meal delivered to your door on arrival as well as private chef experiences.

Embrace La Dolce Vita at its best with our selection of local experiences and activities. Whether you want to wander through quaint lakeside villages, savour world-class wines or taste the best local food, Lake Garda offers something for every traveller.

We believe in supporting local communities and our suggested experiences are all designed and provided by locals, making each one an excellent way to discover the wonders of this stunning region.

Private Chef Experiences

Enjoy your own private chef experiences with the very best local chefs. Whether you’re looking to arrange a dinner party, a poolside barbecue or a simple home-cooked meal during your stay, our recommended chefs will work with you to create a meal to remember. Details are shared on confirming your booking.

Location

Just a few minute drive to the lakeside town of Toscolano Maderno, Villa Minerva is within walking distance to the small village of Cecina, host to two restaurants and a small grocery store. Toscolano Maderno is a lovely lakeside town and there’s plenty here from bars and restaurants to shops and the lake ferries – a great way to explore other must-see towns around Lake Garda.

This area is really well located near to some of Lake Garda’s most popular towns and villages – Salò is around 15 minutes drive and has the longest lakeside promenade along Lake Garda.

A vehicle is essential for a stay at this villa and there is private parking within the villa grounds.

Villa Minerva is around 1 hour 20 minutes from Milan Bergamo and Verona airports.