In Castagnola, in a prestigious and central location, only 200 m from the lake, we propose Villa alle Palme, next to Residenza Diana, a completely detached property of high standing. Facing south, it enjoys excellent sunshine and a panoramic view over the lake of Lugano, Monte San Salvatore and the city. It is within walking distance to all amenities, the lido, the tennis courts and the city centre. The villa can be reached by the main entrance (condominium lift), by the garage (lift), and by a private external staircase. Villa alle Palme was completely renovated in 2010. The residence offers approx. 262 sqm living space and has a private lift serving all three floors. In addition, it has a guest apartment (27 sqm), several panoramic terraces (126 sqm), a garden and a beautiful, heated swimming pool. All the outdoor areas are connected. There are 3 dedicated parking spaces in the garage (+ CHF 300'000). The property is developed as follows: ground floor: large entrance hall, cloakroom, 2 bedrooms with exit to a garden, 2 generous bathrooms (one with shower, the other with bathtub), large storage/dressing room; 1st floor: dining room with exit to garden, spacious modern kitchen, guest bathroom, spacious master bedroom with en-suite bathroom (shower and balneo bathtub). This level gives access to the separate guest annexe (one bedroom and one en-suite bathroom); as well as a further 65 sqm for service rooms such as laundry, heating room, cellar, storage room and technical room. 2nd floor: beautiful living room with exposed wooden ceiling and access to the panoramic terrace, garden, swimming pool and a further sundeck. On the same level, there is also a comfortable lounge (20 sqm) with folding windows that can be used in any season (floor heating) and bathroom (shower). Villa alle Palme, unique in its kind, is ideal for those who want the comfort and privacy of a house in the city centre.