Above the Trees, Magognino

Magognino, Lake Maggiore, Lake Maggiore, Italy

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€320,000

2 bedrooms · 2 bathrooms · 80 m² interior

Why We Selected It

Above the Trees, Magognino, context detail

Magognino is a quiet hamlet on the western shore of Lake Maggiore, perched in the hills above Lesa and a few minutes from the lakefront. The flat occupies the second and third floors of a building surrounded by greenery, so the lake and the surrounding mountains are present from every principal room. The layout is genuinely two-storey — living on the upper floor, sleeping on the lower — which gives the feeling of a small house rather than a flat. A private terrace and garden, a cellar and a lift-served garage complete the property, making it practical for year-round living as much as for weekends. For a buyer who wants a panoramic Lake Maggiore base without the upkeep of a villa — and at a price where most lakefront options offer a single floor and no outdoor space — this is a rare combination of light, views and usable outdoor room.

The Home

Above the Trees, Magognino, interior detail

Two-floor apartment, freehold · Well-maintained, move-in ready

A bright three-room flat spread over two floors in Magognino, high above Lake Maggiore in the hills above Lesa: 80 m² with a terrace, a private garden, a cellar and a garage reached by lift. €320,000.

Around 80 m² over two floors in Magognino, above Lesa, with a private terrace, garden, cellar and garage served by lift.
Third floor: a bright, panoramic living area with an open-plan kitchen — perfect for socialising — a bedroom and a bathroom, with open views over the surrounding landscape.
Second floor: the sleeping and guest area, with a second bedroom, a second bathroom with shower and a washing-machine connection, suited to extended stays.
A terrace and a private garden — for dining al fresco, relaxing outdoors or simply taking in the panoramic views.
A cellar and a garage, conveniently connected by lift, so everyday practicality is built in.
Well-planned and full of natural light, with excellent exposure on both floors — a welcoming home set in a secluded, green location without compromising on local amenities.

Life Here

The hamlet

Magognino sits in the hills above Lesa, on Lake Maggiore's western shore — a small, peaceful frazione a few minutes' drive from the lakefront and the cafés of Lesa, yet surrounded by greenery and quiet.

The garden and terrace

A private terrace and garden extend the living space outdoors — for al fresco dinners, morning coffee or simply taking in the panoramic views over the lake and the mountains.

The two floors

Living above, sleeping below: a genuine two-storey layout that gives the feel of a small house rather than a flat, with space for guests on the lower floor.

The lake

Lake Maggiore is a few minutes below — the lakefront of Lesa, the Borromean Gulf toward Stresa, and the ferries to the islands all within easy reach.

Getting there

Milan Malpensa is around an hour by road; Arona's station connects to Milan and the Swiss border; the lake towns and islands are a short drive north along the shore.

Our Perspective

Why it works

A bright two-floor flat with a private terrace and garden, a cellar and a lift-served garage, high above Lake Maggiore — at a price where most options on the lake offer a single floor and no outdoor space of one's own.

Ownership case

Magognino combines genuine seclusion with genuine convenience: the lakefront and amenities of Lesa are minutes away, yet the setting is green and quiet. The two-floor layout and private garden make it work as both a primary residence and a holiday home, and the lift-served garage removes the friction of hillside living.

What makes it special

Two floors, a private terrace and garden, and panoramic views — the feel and outdoor space of a small house, with the practicality of a lift-served garage and cellar.

Best suited for

A couple or small family wanting a panoramic, low-upkeep base on Lake Maggiore with private outdoor space — equally suited as a primary home or a weekend retreat an hour from Milan.