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Built with grandeur in 1901 by an American Admiral, totally reconstructed in 2005 and sleekly refurbished in 2019. The interior designer’s creative style, which they term ‘evergreen’, features American and Italian works from 1950’s to 2000. There are masterpieces from Lloyd wright, Philip Johnson and Van der Rohe. Furniture includes pieces by Cassina, Vitra and Moroso, many were made in Brianza the design district between Lake Como and Milan. Artworks include significant sculptures by Bijan Bassirith, the most important Iranian artist and a leading light at the Venice Biennale. The main house has 9 double bedrooms all flooded with sunlight, with two or three large windows overlooking the lake and gardens. Rooms are set over four floors, all accessible with a private lift. A garden cottage with double bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette is now available.