Apartment for rent - 6948 Porza, Via Cantonale

On the slope of the hills of Porza, a small village surrounded by woods and vineyards just 5 km from the center of Lugano, stands, in the center of a 4320 sqm park with two fountains, a residence from 1820.

Behind the grand gate, at the end of a palm-lined avenue, stands the majestic VILLA FLORIDIANA, a jewel of late 19th-century architecture. Built in the Liberty style and designed by the architect of the House of Savoy at the request of Count Nino Rezzonico, this historic residence is not only a silent witness to events that shaped 20th-century European history but also a refuge of unparalleled beauty and refinement.

The ceilings, 3.5 meters high and decorated with stuccos, frescoes, or coffered ceilings, give a sense of space and light that envelops every room, creating a unique atmosphere. The boiseries, stained glass windows, and stuccos tell of an era when art and craftsmanship reached sublime heights. Eight marble fireplaces from the 19th century narrate stories of winter evenings spent by the warmth of the fire, of passionate discussions among guests like Adenauer and Mussolini.

Living in Villa Floridiana means living immersed in a daily fairy tale, where the magnificence of the past harmoniously blends with the needs of the present. The villa is divided into two apartments, and we offer for rent the apartment of about 860 sqm that develops on the ground floor and the first floor.

On the ground floor, we find a large entrance hall, a study with a fireplace, a library, a guest bathroom, a dining room with a fireplace and access to a panoramic terrace, a living room with a fireplace, an additional lounge/TV room with a fireplace, a second guest bathroom, and a kitchen with a service exit.

On the first floor, the apartment offers two bedrooms, both with en-suite bathrooms, two additional bedrooms, a bathroom, and a wardrobe. Each room has a terrace or balcony, offering private outdoor spaces to enjoy the surrounding landscape.

This exclusive space also includes access to the spa area: indoor pool, sauna, and fitness. The monthly rent is 20,000 CHF, plus 3,000 CHF per month for expenses.

It is the ideal residence for those who love historic buildings but do not want to give up the comforts of contemporary life.