Description
Perched high above Lake Garda’s glistening emerald waters, this sleek white masterpiece – designed by esteemed American architect Richard Meier – allows you to experience the Italian lakes in serious style. As luxury villa holidays come, it doesn’t get much better.
Villa Richard Meier is modern, light and airy. The elegant décor and chic white furnishings exude relaxation and create a striking contrast with the dazzling lake and lush mountains beyond the floor-to-ceiling windows. Step outside to the spacious terrace and you’ll realise just how special the views are here – you even have a lake view from your private infinity-edge pool.
Inside this luxury villa, there’s a stylish dining area that makes it easy for the whole family to sit down and enjoy leisurely meals together, while the double-height lounge is the perfect spot to play board games or gather around the contemporary log burner during cooler climes.
The four restful bedrooms all come with a king-size bed, ensuite and delightful views of the lake. Bonus features at Villa Richard Meier include a private spa with a relaxation area, sauna and steam bath. There is also a workspace with views of the lake, ideal if you feel inspired to write or need to check emails while you’re away.
No detail is overlooked at this luxury Lake Garda villa; guests can expect Diptyque products in the bathrooms, a ‘maxi bar’ filled to the brim with complimentary non-alcoholic drinks and snacks, and a wine cellar where you can choose from top vintages.
Location
The villa is located in the sprawling grounds of five-star boutique Eden Reserve Hotel overlooking Lake Garda. It sits on the hillside above the picturesque small town of Gardone Riviera, which draws holidaymakers and locals to its pretty cafés, botanical gardens and boutiques.
It’s approximately a 10-minute downhill stroll into Gardone and the lake shore, although with a shuttle service at your disposal (within 10km), you wouldn’t need to walk anywhere.
The nearest airport is Verona, just over an hour drive. If travelling by helicopter, there is also an on-site heliport available on request.
Inclusions
Please call us on +44 (0)203 432 7784 for rates and the latest availability.
Rates include:
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Welcome drinks on arrival
Daily room service breakfast *
Private chef for lunch or dinner *
Maxi-bar with selection with soft drinks and snacks
Daily housekeeping
Evening turndown service
Cosmetics and care products
Use of private golf cart (within resort)
Use of electric bikes
Shuttle service on request (within 10km)
In-resort concierge and security service
* Please note that cost of food and alcoholic drinks will be charged for separately.
Bedrooms
Villa Richard Meier sleeps 8 guests across four bedrooms.
Bedroom 1:
Master bedroom on second floor; open private bathroom with a shower, bathtub and lake views.
Bedroom 2:
Double bedroom on second floor with en-suite shower room and lake views.
Bedroom 3:
Double bedroom on second floor with en-suite shower room and lake views.
Bedroom 4:
Double bedroom on ground floor with en-suite shower room and lake views.
Dining
Half board is included during your stay, with a private chef on hand to prepare mouth-watering meals for you in the comfort of your villa. After a room service breakfast courtesy of the hotel, you can choose whether you’d prefer lunch or dinner service, giving you the opportunity to sample some local eateries, too.
If you’re in the mood for a more informal meal, there’s a private barbecue on the villa’s terrace where you can rustle up sizzling al fresco feasts. Guests can also dine at the Eden Reserve Hotel’s gourmet restaurant, La Celeste, which serves up perfectly presented seasonal Italian cuisine.
Please note that the cost of food and alcoholic drinks will be charged for separately.
Staff
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Villa staff include:
Private chef (for lunch or dinner service)
Housekeeper
In-resort concierge service
Additional staff such as a private butler, nanny and massage therapist can be arranged on request.
Kids
Villa Richard Meier’s private pool will provide hours of splash-time entertainment. Older children can make the most of the e-bikes provided, joining you as you whizz around the resort and beyond. Your villa also comes with a private golf cart to travel around the resort grounds, which comes in handy when little legs get tired.
Down at the lake (just a 10-minute downhill walk away), Gardone’s pebble beaches have Blue Flag status and there are two lidos. Water babies will be spoilt for choice, with the chance to try out watersports including paddle boarding and canoeing.
At evening mealtimes, if you prefer to sit down to a grown-up dinner in peace, then simply arrange early kids’ dinners with your private chef. Bliss.
