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- Cinzia Primatesta Cannavacciuolo
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Just a few steps from Lake Orta, Villa Crespi is a spectacular property built in 1879. The villa’s arabesque architecture, stunning gardens and the hospitality of Chef Antonino Cannavacciuolo and his wife Cinzia make a stay here magical. Antonino’s masterful cuisine is deeply influenced by the places and flavours experienced during his professional journey. His menu is an itinerary from southern to northern Italy, starting with a brochette of scallops and scampi and ending with pigeon and foie gras. From Villa Crespi you can contemplate a magnificent Italy, just 45 minutes away from Milan Malpensa: the medieval village of Orta and the Island of San Giulio, the famous site of Sacro Monte, and the Lake Maggiore.
Unique in the world:
The villa’s arabesque architecture, stunning gardens and the hospitality of Chef Antonino Cannavacciuolo and his wife Cinzia.
Set on a hill overlooking Lake Orta, the unique Moorish architecture of Villa Crespi and the sheer comfort and relaxation it affords guests make it a haven for lovers of fine Mediterranean cuisine in an atmosphere reminiscent of the Thousand and One Nights. Antonino Cannavacciuolo’s award-winning restaurant offers à la carte meals and two tasting menus with wine pairings selected by our sommelier to perfectly compliment the dishes and guests’ tastes. Each of the 14 rooms and suites have superb antique parquet floors and period furniture; gourmet breakfast is included and evening turndown comes with a delicious little thought to ensure the sweetest of dreams
Steve S.
Stayed on: September 2017 for 3 days
Review posted 291 days ago
Global Rating:
"Perfection"
See above regarding the service levels.
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Ken B.
Stayed on: September 2017 for 3 days
Review posted 293 days ago
Global Rating:
"Romantic"
Loved everything about our stay, the property itself and incredible detail of the restoration, combined with sympathetic furnishings. The staff were wonderful, particularly (standouts) were Matteo the Concierge and Denise the therapist and Silvio our waiter at dinner.
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Gabriel G.
Stayed on: September 2017 for 4 days
Review posted 298 days ago
Global Rating:
"Fabulous"
A unique and beautiful property, but it was the friendliness and genuine eagerness to please of every single staff member that impressed us most.
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