This modern 4,306 ft² (400 m²) four bedroom, four bathroom villa is situated in one of the sunniest and most prestigious areas of Switzerland, in Collina d’Oro near the villlage of Montagnola overlooking Lake Lugano. The house has been designed and built in perfect harmony with the external environment and exposure to the sun, and it offers an abundance of natural light with floor-to-ceiling windows. 

The ground floor features an elegant living room with hardwood floors and a fireplace, a spacious dining area, and a large open kitchen with a pantry. The floor-to-ceiling windows seamlessly connect the living area to the well-kept garden-terrace, patio, and expansive swimming pool. The open kitchen is complemented by a pantry and the lower floor features a large multifunctional space, including a room with a kitchen, bathroom, laundry, shelter, and a versatile gym/guest room with an independent entrance. On the second floor there is a grand entrance hallway with double-height windows, two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a master suite complete with a walk-in closet and a luxurious en-suite bathroom. 

Montagnola, located in the Italian-speaking canton of Ticino, is close to the border between Switzerland and Italy. Besides being the home of The American School in Switzerland, its famed as the place where writer/poet/painter Herman Hesse lived for half of his life. Overlooking Lake Lugano, the area is also known for its beautiful landscapes at the foot of the Alps, with plenty of opportunities for fishing, hiking, and boating.