Lakeside agrarian estate
A 140-hectare estate along Lake Maggiore, where working rice paddies, vineyards, and a bird sanctuary frame a secluded agrarian escape.
Where it shines
Remarkable
Estate-grown Michelin dining and private loggias looking out over botanical parkland.
Remarkable
A 2,500-square-meter spa with connected indoor-outdoor pools, Kneipp hydrotherapy, and estate vinotherapy.
What they say
Two Michelin Keys
Michelin
surrounded by a vast 140 hectare estate that offers a serene and picturesque retreat.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Set along the Maggia River delta in Ascona, where Mediterranean palms line the water beneath steep Swiss alpine peaks.
The rooms
Rooms and suites spread across the main house and wellness pavilions feature private loggias looking onto botanical gardens and parkland.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated pool extends through a glass pavilion onto expansive lawns reflecting the estate's parkland trees.
The thermal suite
Submerged metal beds line the indoor hydrotherapy pool, which connects to Finnish saunas and a Kneipp contrast path.
The spa and gym
Signature vinotherapy treatments use estate-grown grape pomace, and the gym looks straight out toward garden arches.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Outdoor tables spread beneath vine-covered pergolas and historic courtyards, serving estate-grown rice, garden produce, and local vintages.
How it began
Built in 1532 as a private stronghold by Francesco Orelli, the property later expanded into a lakeside farm and vineyard estate.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.