Palazzo Novara

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Sleeps: 4 - 8 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4
Oliver Approved

Overview

Pool Chateaux & Castles Quirky Wellness
Heritage Collection
Hot Tub Walk to Village All Bedrooms En-Suite Romantic

Palazzo Novara is a 17th century mansion in Lake Orta that underwent a total refurbishment in 2012. All the original architecture has been restored with luxurious finishes and all modern comforts. There are large fireplaces, coffered ceilings, incredible wall art and sumptuous furniture throughout. Every bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom, flat screen satellite TV and an audio system. 

Spread across three levels the ground floor contains the study, kitchen, dining room, guest bathroom and spa with all areas opening out on to the garden. The spa features an indoor pool (12mx2.5m), waterfall, steam bath, two showers and a WC, all directly accessible from the garden. Up on the first floor is a spacious living area with fireplace, two en-suite bedrooms and a guest bathroom. The second floor has a further two en-suite bedrooms, a library and music room, guest bathroom and laundry. From the top floor you have wonderful views across Lake Orta, the Island of San Giulio and the Monte Rosa. 

Outside there is a courtyard and columned garden with seating for eight, perfect for romantic candlelit dinners and daybeds for catching some rays. The entire property is surrounded by high walls ensuring ultimate privacy. 

Oliver Approved

What you should know…

  • The garden is compact but ample and there are plenty of beautiful nature reserves in the immediate surrounding area to explore
  • When minimum occupancy is booked, certain rooms may not be accessible (subject to owner's discretion) - best to enquire with us beforehand
  • Bookings between November and April are on request only. Please enquire for pricing and availability
  • Bookings made less than 5 days prior to the arrival day are on request only and with prior agreement with the owner
  • While there is no private parking at this villa, guests can leave their cars approximately 100m from the house where there are public spaces available

Property Features

Private Pool Heated Pool Indoor Pool Wi-Fi/Internet Hot Tub BBQ All Bedrooms En-Suite TV DVD Heating

Villa Interior

Palazzo Novara is a 17th century mansion with SPA overlooking Lake Orta. There are 4 en-suite bedrooms, spacious living areas, a library, a modern kitchen with a dining room leading onto an intimate internal courtyard and garden ideal for breakfast, afternoon tea or an aperitif!

Ground Floor
- Entrance room and study with desk, computer, printer and scanner
- Dining room with table seating 8 people
- Guest toilet
- Fully equipped modern kitchen with fridge, freezer, oven, microwave, coffee machine

First Floor
- Two double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms with shower
- Living area with fireplace, sofas, armchairs and flat screen TV

Second Floor
- Two double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms with shower
- Music room with beautiful views of the lake
- Laundry room

SPA (access from the garden and from the house)
- Indoor swimming pool (12×2.5m) with waterfall, hydromassage jets, chromotherapy and Turkish bath, open and heated all year round
- Toilet with two showers

Outside Grounds:

- Courtyard with little romantic garden
- Dining area with table seating 8 people and chairs, coffee table and chairs and 4 sun-loungers

Facilities:

- Wi-Fi
- Flat screen TV
- Audio system
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Iron

Location

About the surrounding area of Palazzo Novara
Walk to Village <1hr to Airport Watersports Canoeing/Kayaking Walking/Hiking Paths Golf Nearby Horse Riding Fishing Outstanding Landscapes Outdoor Pursuit & Activities Tourist Towns & Villages
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Away from the hustle and bustle of Como and Maggiore is tiny, bewitching Lake Orta. This is truly the stuff of fairy tales, crumbling baroque buildings and wild gardens set against the glittering lake. The streets and surrounds burst into flower every spring, and in autumn the foliage turns to brilliant shades of yellow, orange, and red.

Nearby Vacciago lies just above Orta San Giulio and overlooks the lake and San Giulio Island. Vacciago has been a popular holiday haunt for the noble families of Milan and Piedmont for centuries and features stunning 16th and 17th century buildings. Lovers of contemporary art will enjoy the Calderara Foundation where several hundred pieces collected by the Calderara family are on display.

While staying at Palazzo Novara, a trip to the Sacro Monte of Orta is a must. This remarkable site is perched on a hill, 360m above sea level, and is on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Set in botanical gardens, the site consists of 21 chapels built between the 15th and 17th centuries. The chapels are extravagantly decorated with frescoes and statues, dedicated to the life of Saint Francis. Walking around the site is meditative with incredible views over the town and lake.

The town of Orta San Giulio is picturesque, the maze of narrow streets full of incredible restaurants, bars, craft shops and art galleries. You can catch a boat across to San Giulio Island and enjoy a meal at its only restaurant – vine-covered and stunning at sunset. 

The Palazzo is in close proximity to golf courses, horseback-riding facilities, cycle paths and water sports with all services and amenities within easy reach. The area is renowned for its choice of restaurants, from rustic trattorias to Michelin-star establishments.

The vibrant and stylish city of Milan is a little over an hour's drive from the villa and is full of boutiques, well-known fashion brands and fantastic restaurants. Take a day trip and soak up the chic atmosphere. The stunning shores of Lake Como, one of Italy's largest lakes, are also just over an hour's drive away and are not to be missed! There are plenty of different water sports and activities to try out and lots of lovely lakeside villages to explore. You can even take a ferry across the lake to one of these villages, giving you the chance to see the lake and its magnificent surroundings from all angles. Como itself is home to impressive gothic architecture and there's also a fun funicular!

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Local Amenities
Nearest Airport Malpensa International Airport

(45km)

Nearest Ferry Port Intra (Lake Maggiore)

(33km)

Nearest Village

(100m)

Nearest Town/City Orta/Novara

(4km/45km)

Nearest Shop

(300m)

Nearest Golf Golf Club Alpino di Stresa

(15km)

Region

Lake Orta, nestled in the Piedmont region of northern Italy, is a hidden gem that often escapes the spotlight cast on its more famous neighbours, Lake Como and Lake Maggiore. However, what Lake Orta lacks in size, it more than compensates for with its breathtaking natural beauty, charming villages, and a unique sense of tranquillity that sets it apart from the bustling tourist destinations nearby.

Kids

Best Suited For: All Ages
Ideal for Teens

Within a short drive you will find boat hire and a choice of summer watersports on the lake, as well as some glorious walking paths and horse-riding opportunities in the hinterland. Of course cycling is also a popular pursuit in this region.

A truly thrilling activity for the kids would be the Lake Orta zipline, starting from the Bagnella sports centre just 16km away. This 450m long cable is suspended over the beautiful waters of Lake Orta and is a great way to take in the surroundings.

Faunistic Park La Torbiera (28km) is fantastic to visit during a day out. This biopark has a protected area for wildlife preservation and is home to exotic animals such as tigers and leopards.

Treat the kids to an authentic Lombard hot chocolate, a drink that is perhaps even more delicious in the Lake Orta region owing to it being so close to Switzerland! Thick, velvety and potent, it’s readily available in many local coffee shops and cafés and is an unforgettably intense chocolate hit for kids of all ages.

Baby and Toddler Equipment

  • Cot(s)
  • High Chair(s)

Kids Activities Close-by

  • Walk to Village
  • <1hr to Airport
  • Watersports
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Horse Riding
  • Fishing
  • Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
  • Tourist Towns & Villages

Onsite Facilities

  • Heated Pool
  • Indoor Pool
  • DVD
  • Fenced Grounds

Services Available

  • Catering Available
  • Chef/Cook Available
  • Maid Service Available
  • Maid Service Included

Extras

Oliver's Extras

  • Transfers Available
  • Catering Available
  • Chef/Cook Available
  • Maid Service Available
  • Maid Service Included
  • Butler Available

At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:

- Maid service/extra cleaning 
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Babysitting / childcare services
- Bike hire

Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!

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Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs

Terms & Conditions

These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.

Security deposit €1500 charged to client’s credit card as a pre-authorisation one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection.
Arrival time 4.00 p.m.
Departure time 11.00 a.m.
Energy costs included? Yes.
Linen & towels included? Yes.
Pets welcome? Not allowed.
Changeover day Flexible.
Smoking Allowed? Outside only.
Minimum stay 5 nights.
Insurance Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, loss of personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay.
Internet access? Wi-Fi internet access included.
Heating costs included? Extra charge of €600/week payable locally from approximately mid-October to mid April and must be requested minimum 5 days in advance. This fee also includes the pool heating.
Other Ts and Cs Highchairs and cots available at an extra cost. Pre-booking is required.
Pool heating charge? The indoor pool is open and heated all year round on request. However, from approximately mid-October to mid April, an extra charge of €600/week payable locally and which covers heating and pool heating must be requested minimum 5 days in advance (3 days during summer months).
Other Ts and Cs Bookings between November and April are on request only. Please enquire for pricing and availability.
Other Ts and Cs Bookings made less than 5 days prior to the arrival day are on request only and with prior agreement with the owner.

Rental Rates

Prices based on an occupancy of 4 people:

Rental period 5 Nights Weekly
Mar 28th 2024 - Apr 29th 2024 £4,456 £5,849
Apr 29th 2024 - May 30th 2024 £4,456 £5,849
May 30th 2024 - Jun 29th 2024 £5,013 £6,629
Jun 29th 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 - £7,409
Aug 30th 2024 - Sep 29th 2024 £5,013 £6,629
Sep 29th 2024 - Apr 28th 2025 £4,456 £5,849
Apr 28th 2025 - May 29th 2025 £4,456 £5,849
May 29th 2025 - Jun 28th 2025 £5,013 £6,629
Jun 28th 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 - £7,409
Aug 29th 2025 - Sep 28th 2025 £5,013 £6,629
Sep 28th 2025 - Sep 29th 2025 £4,456 £5,849

Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:

Rental period 5 Nights Weekly
Mar 28th 2024 - Apr 29th 2024 £4,952 £6,499
Apr 29th 2024 - May 30th 2024 £4,952 £6,499
May 30th 2024 - Jun 29th 2024 £5,570 £7,365
Jun 29th 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 - £8,232
Aug 30th 2024 - Sep 29th 2024 £5,570 £7,365
Sep 29th 2024 - Apr 28th 2025 £4,952 £6,499
Apr 28th 2025 - May 29th 2025 £4,952 £6,499
May 29th 2025 - Jun 28th 2025 £5,570 £7,365
Jun 28th 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 - £8,232
Aug 29th 2025 - Sep 28th 2025 £5,570 £7,365
Sep 28th 2025 - Sep 29th 2025 £4,952 £6,499

Prices based on an occupancy of 4 people:

Rental period 5 Nights Weekly
Mar 28th 2024 - Apr 29th 2024 €4,838 €6,350
Apr 29th 2024 - May 30th 2024 €4,838 €6,350
May 30th 2024 - Jun 29th 2024 €5,443 €7,196
Jun 29th 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 - €8,043
Aug 30th 2024 - Sep 29th 2024 €5,443 €7,196
Sep 29th 2024 - Apr 28th 2025 €4,838 €6,350
Apr 28th 2025 - May 29th 2025 €4,838 €6,350
May 29th 2025 - Jun 28th 2025 €5,443 €7,196
Jun 28th 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 - €8,043
Aug 29th 2025 - Sep 28th 2025 €5,443 €7,196
Sep 28th 2025 - Sep 29th 2025 €4,838 €6,350

Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:

Rental period 5 Nights Weekly
Mar 28th 2024 - Apr 29th 2024 €5,375 €7,055
Apr 29th 2024 - May 30th 2024 €5,375 €7,055
May 30th 2024 - Jun 29th 2024 €6,047 €7,996
Jun 29th 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 - €8,936
Aug 30th 2024 - Sep 29th 2024 €6,047 €7,996
Sep 29th 2024 - Apr 28th 2025 €5,375 €7,055
Apr 28th 2025 - May 29th 2025 €5,375 €7,055
May 29th 2025 - Jun 28th 2025 €6,047 €7,996
Jun 28th 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 - €8,936
Aug 29th 2025 - Sep 28th 2025 €6,047 €7,996
Sep 28th 2025 - Sep 29th 2025 €5,375 €7,055

Prices based on an occupancy of 4 people:

Rental period 5 Nights Weekly
Mar 28th 2024 - Apr 29th 2024 $5,253 $6,895
Apr 29th 2024 - May 30th 2024 $5,253 $6,895
May 30th 2024 - Jun 29th 2024 $5,910 $7,814
Jun 29th 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 - $8,733
Aug 30th 2024 - Sep 29th 2024 $5,910 $7,814
Sep 29th 2024 - Apr 28th 2025 $5,253 $6,895
Apr 28th 2025 - May 29th 2025 $5,253 $6,895
May 29th 2025 - Jun 28th 2025 $5,910 $7,814
Jun 28th 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 - $8,733
Aug 29th 2025 - Sep 28th 2025 $5,910 $7,814
Sep 28th 2025 - Sep 29th 2025 $5,253 $6,895

Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:

Rental period 5 Nights Weekly
Mar 28th 2024 - Apr 29th 2024 $5,837 $7,661
Apr 29th 2024 - May 30th 2024 $5,837 $7,661
May 30th 2024 - Jun 29th 2024 $6,566 $8,682
Jun 29th 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 - $9,703
Aug 30th 2024 - Sep 29th 2024 $6,566 $8,682
Sep 29th 2024 - Apr 28th 2025 $5,837 $7,661
Apr 28th 2025 - May 29th 2025 $5,837 $7,661
May 29th 2025 - Jun 28th 2025 $6,566 $8,682
Jun 28th 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 - $9,703
Aug 29th 2025 - Sep 28th 2025 $6,566 $8,682
Sep 28th 2025 - Sep 29th 2025 $5,837 $7,661

Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.

Reviews

  • Great stay!

    on 28/01/2020

    Lovely Villa. Even better than it appeared in the photos. Very helpful staff on call. Also very helpful staff at Oliver's Travels.

  • Lovely Villa

    on 28/01/2020

    Even better than it appeared in the photos. Very helpful staff on call. Also very helpful staff at Oliver's Travels.

  • Beautiful Villa!

    on 20/08/2018

    Beautiful property and location.

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