Maison Borella
Porta Genova, Milan
“Canalside courtyard retreat”
Vibe
A leafy inner courtyard anchors this 18th-century canalside retreat, offering quiet respite just steps from the lively towpath.
“Canalside courtyard retreat”
An eighteenth-century casa di ringhiera restored under the supervision of Milan Fine Arts.
Traditional Milanese canal architecture paired with Bugandè restaurant honoring historic Navigli washerwomen.
Exposed dark timber ceiling beams, parquet floors, and an internal leafy courtyard garden.
Along Naviglio Grande canal beside Vicolo dei Lavandai, surrounded by bustling aperitivo bars and trattorias
Rooms
Dark timber ceiling beams and warm parquet floors frame tranquil views over the canal or the secluded interior courtyard.
Backstory
Milan's Fine Arts board supervised the meticulous restoration of this 18th-century casa di ringhiera, preserving its historic balustrades and brickwork.
Eat & drink
Bugandè serves traditional Milanese fare across an enclosed winter garden and courtyard, paying homage to the canal's historic washerwomen.
The neighborhood
Set on the Alzaia Naviglio Grande beside Vicolo dei Lavandai, aperitivo bars and trattorias line the canal outside your door.
The app
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