Villa Serenella Estate

A beautifully restored 17th-century estate above Torri del Benaco, with panoramic lake views, six acres of gardens, and a practical main villa + guest house layout, perfect for larger groups.

• Panoramic lake views from the pool and upper gardens
• Private pool with wide lake views
• Six acres of Mediterranean gardens and walking paths
• Sleeps up to 16 across 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms
• Two buildings side-by-side (main villa + guest house), each with independent entrances
• Albisano is a short walk (around 5–10 minutes)

Why we love this villa

Villa Serenella has real estate feeling. It’s the sort of place where the setting, the restoration, and the scale all feel quietly impressive, without ever tipping into “showy”.

• The restoration is beautifully judged: original character, but with the comfort and finish you want at this level
• The main villa + guest house set-up is ideal for larger groups who want togetherness but with real breathing space
• The pool sits in the upper gardens with panoramic lake views that really deliver, from late morning through sunset

Perfect for

• Multi-family groups who want an “estate week” with real space and privacy, inside and out
• Friends’ trips where the villa is the centrepiece
• Groups who value independence (grandparents, older teens or a second family)
• A special-occasion stay where hosting feels easy: terrace meals, pool time, and long evenings in the gardens

Feel free to share your dates and group make-up and we’ll confirm availability and advise on the best fit.

Overview

Villa Serenella is a carefully restored 17th-century estate set just above Torri del Benaco, surrounded by Mediterranean gardens and scenic paths across roughly six acres. The atmosphere is calm and private, with that rare sense of space that you feel as soon as you arrive.

The estate is made up of two adjacent buildings, the main villa and a guest house, each with independent entrances from both the front and the rear. This makes the layout exceptionally practical for larger groups, giving everyone room to settle in without feeling on top of each other.

The main villa is the natural gathering point, with generous living and dining spaces, while the home is set up so that all 16 guests can dine together comfortably both indoors and outside. The kitchen is modern and well equipped, and there is also a dedicated billiards room on this level.

The first floor is home to two bedroom suites. The principal bedroom has a king-size bed, large walk-in dressing room and an en-suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bathtub and shower, together with the villa’s sauna and steam facilities. The second king-size bedroom has lake views and its own en-suite shower bathroom.

On the second floor are three further bedrooms. Two double bedrooms share a shower bathroom and dressing area, while the smaller twin bedroom has its own shower bathroom. The twin room is the only bedroom without air conditioning and is best suited to children or staff.

The guest house is connected to the building yet fully independent. It has a rustic kitchen and dining area on the ground floor, a cosy living area on the first floor, and a twin bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. On the top floor are two double bedroom suites that share a spacious family bathroom.

Outside, the terrace leads into immaculate gardens and up to the private pool in the upper garden, with panoramic lake views. A gazebo up here is set up for dining and lounging, and it’s a wonderful spot for sunset drinks.

Location

Villa Serenella is less than a 10-minute drive from both Torri del Benaco and Garda, and it’s around a 5–10 minute walk to the small village of Albisano, where you’ll find a couple of local restaurants including a traditional osteria and a pizzeria (both roughly 500 metres away).

Although the villa isn’t remote, Albisano has limited services and a vehicle is necessary for day-to-day ease, shopping runs and exploring.

The villa has covered parking for up to 4 cars, plus around 5 additional open spaces.

The villa is approximately 40 minutes from Verona Airport and just under 90 minutes from Milan Bergamo Airport, with the main Milan – Venice motorway around 30 minutes away.

The Facts

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

• Sleeps: up to 16 guests
• Bedrooms: 8
• Bathrooms: 8 in total
• Accommodation: main historic villa plus independent guest house
• Private pool: approximately 15m x 5m, depth around 1.5m
• Air conditioning: available in all bedrooms except the small twin room in the main villa
• Parking: covered parking for 4 cars, plus open parking for approximately 5 more

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Main villa — first floor

• Principal bedroom with king-size bed and walk-in dressing room
• En-suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bathtub and shower
• Sauna / steam facilities associated with the principal suite
• Second king-size double bedroom with lake views
• En-suite shower bathroom

Main villa — second floor

• 2 double bedrooms sharing a shower bathroom and dressing area
• 1 small twin bedroom with its own shower bathroom
• Twin room has no air conditioning and is best suited to children or staff

Guest house — ground floor

• Service bathroom

Guest house — first floor

• 1 twin bedroom with en-suite shower bathroom

Guest house — second floor

• 2 double bedrooms
• 1 shared bathroom with bathtub and shower

Layout

Main villa — ground floor

Large living room with fireplace, main kitchen and dining area, billiards room and guest bathroom. The living spaces open towards the terrace and gardens.

Main villa — first floor

Principal suite and second double en-suite bedroom, together with the sauna / wellness facilities.

Main villa — second floor

Two double bedrooms sharing a bathroom and dressing area, plus the small twin bedroom with its own shower bathroom.

Guest house — ground floor

Rustic kitchen and dining area with service bathroom.

Guest house — first floor

Living room with fireplace and sofas, plus twin bedroom with en-suite shower bathroom.

Guest house — second floor

Two double bedrooms sharing a bathroom with bathtub and shower.

The main villa and guest house sit beside one another but have independent entrances, giving different parts of the group useful privacy.

Kitchen & living

• Main kitchen in the historic villa
• Main dining area with seating for the full group
• Additional smaller dining area within the kitchen
• Large main living room with fireplace
• Billiards room
• Nespresso coffee machine
• Guest house with its own kitchen and dining area
• Separate guest-house living room with fireplace and sofas
• Multiple indoor sitting areas across the two buildings.

Outside space & pool

• Private panoramic swimming pool measuring approximately 15m x 5m
• Pool depth approximately 1.5m
• Sun loungers
• Shaded pergola beside the pool
• Multiple terraces for outdoor dining and relaxing
• Outdoor dining space with seating for the full group
• Extensive Mediterranean gardens with mature trees and walking paths
• Panoramic views across Lake Garda from the upper gardens and pool area
• Covered parking for 4 cars
• Additional open parking for approximately 5 cars

Good to know

Villa Serenella Estate is arranged across two historic buildings and several floors, so it is best suited to guests comfortable with stairs.

The small twin bedroom in the main villa does not have air conditioning; a fan is provided. It is best suited to children or staff.

Air conditioning is available in the other bedrooms.

Albisano is within walking distance, but it is a small village with limited services, so a vehicle is needed for shopping, day trips and exploring the lake.

Wi-Fi is available throughout.

Laundry facilities include a washing machine.

Daily housekeeping is included, together with a midweek towel change.

Cots and highchairs can be provided on request.

Private parking is extensive, with covered spaces for 4 cars and additional open parking for around 5 more.

Experiences

Villa Serenella Estate lends itself to a slower stay where the gardens, pool and views are as important as the days spent exploring.

A private boat day from Torri del Benaco is an easy way to see more of Lake Garda, while Garda and Torri are both close enough for relaxed lunches or evenings by the water.

For days closer to home, wine tastings, guided walks, cycling and other local experiences can be arranged, or you can simply make the most of the estate and pool.

Explore our in-villa services and Lake Garda experiences here.

Private chef experiences

Villa Serenella Estate is very well suited to a private chef evening, with several indoor and outdoor spaces where a larger group can enjoy dinner together.

Depending on the kind of evening you have in mind, we can suggest trusted local chefs for anything from a relaxed family-style meal to something more tailored for a birthday or special celebration.

For a group spread across the main villa and guest house, it is an easy way to bring everyone together for one evening while making the most of the estate setting.

Read more about our private chef experiences here.