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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic residence in the heart of the Alps

Live through twelve centuries of Alpine history in the heart of Valtellina.

"To cross the threshold of Palazzo Guicciardi is to enter an indissoluble bond with the land and the history of Europe."

Cherished by our family since 773 AD (when our ancestor Guicciardo settled here following Charlemagne), this noble residence, documented since 1548, has been restored to its former glory. Today, it is an exceptional retreat where modern comfort meets authentic art.

The Property: A Tailor-Made Experience
The estate offers spacious, atmospheric rooms ideal for families or groups seeking privacy and prestige:

The Noble Wing (The Heart of the Home): Includes the stunning 17th-century "Stüa" (1579), entirely wood-paneled; the Senator’s Great Kitchen with its massive stone fireplace; and the Green Lounge overlooking the loggia. (3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms).

The Frescoed Rooms (Prestige Experience on request): A living museum on the first floor. To preserve the precious 16th-century fresco cycles, these rooms have no artificial heating.

Important Note: Access to these rooms is available exclusively during the summer months (May – September) and only upon specific request to be agreed at the time of booking. It is a unique experience for those wishing to fully immerse themselves in the Renaissance.

Outdoor Spaces & Nature
Guests have access to private courtyards, the ancient press porch, and a secret garden equipped with a BBQ for moments of absolute relaxation.

Experiences & Surroundings: Flavors, Lakes, and Heroic Vineyards
Located in the medieval village of Ponte in Valtellina, the Palace is the perfect base for exploring the valley:

Culinary Tradition: In our Great Kitchen, you can enjoy a cooking class guided by an expert local cook. You will learn to prepare traditional Valtellina dishes like Pizzoccheri, crispy Sciatt, or savory Taroz, discovering the secrets of recipes passed down through our family for generations.

UNESCO Heritage: Direct access to the "Via dei Terrazzamenti" (Wine Trail) and close to Tirano for the Bernina Express.

Lakes & Wellness: Within an hour's drive, you can reach the elegant shores of Lake Como or the legendary thermal baths of Bormio (QC Terme).

Sports & Mountains: Only 20 minutes from the ski resorts of Aprica and Valmalenco. For adventure seekers: rafting on the Adda River, sport fishing, and horseback riding nearby.

Notes for Guests:

Accessibility: Due to the historic nature of the 16th-century building, there are stone stairs and passages not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

Family Friendly: We provide a crib and high chair free of charge upon request.

Welcome: We love to welcome our guests personally to share the beauty and secrets of our home.

Property amenities

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

È richiesto un deposito cauzionale di 1000 euro in contanti alla consegna delle chiavi

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT014052B4GYBXLACR, ...

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

105833

About the area

Ponte in Valtellina is home to this villa. Bernina Railway and Grumello Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Corteno Valley and Malenco Valley. Molino Filippini and Passo dell'Aprica are also worth visiting. Visit our Ponte in Valtellina travel guide
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Ponte in Valtellina, Lombardy

What's nearby

  • Vini Fay Winery
    10 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Grumello Castle
    10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Valtellinese Museum of History and Art
    14 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Palazzo Besta Museum
    14 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Masegra Castle Museum
    15 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Ponte In Valtellina Station
    3 min drive
  • St. Moritz (SMV-Samedan)
    94 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ristorante Pizzeria Ai Tigli
    10 min drive
  • Pasticceria Gelateria Il Pasticcio
    7 min drive
  • Ristorante da Silvio Fancoli
    3 min drive
  • Cerere
    1 min walk
  • Albergo Ristorante Pizzeria Baffo
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic residence in the heart of the Alps pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic residence in the heart of the Alps?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic residence in the heart of the Alps?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic residence in the heart of the Alps located?

Situated in Ponte in Valtellina, this villa is within 6 miles (10 km) of Vini Fay Winery, Grumello Castle and Molino Filippini. Valtellinese Museum of History and Art and Palazzo Besta Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km). Ponte In Valtellina Station is 26 minutes by foot and Chiuro Station is 29 minutes.

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Historic residence in the heart of the Alps Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A unique experience to spend a week at the Palazzo Guicciardi.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

A Special Place with a very Warm Welcome

We had a wonderful stay here, in this incredibly characterful and historic house. To begin with the children found it a little overwhelming, being so old, but it was clean, warm and well equipped, and it was a perfect base for our week long holiday in this hidden away and interesting area. The kitchen was a joy to cook meals and to eat in - it felt like one had stepped into a period drama TV show! The living room was very comfortable, and the bedrooms perfectly fine. We enjoyed using the table tennis table, and the location of the house, so central in very charming Ponte in Valtellina, was great - we had the little grocery shop less than a minute's walk away, the ice cream shop two minute's walk away (although it closed for the end of the season part of the way through our stay - probably a good thing!), and various cafes, restaurants and bars within five minute's walk. The cobbled streets of Ponte are quite lovely, and the views from here absolutely spectacular. The house's location gives many opportunities for exploration - we thankfully had a car for the week - suggested drives: visit the Alpe Gera dam (the drive there is incredible, and the dam is an awesome sight); drive into Switzerland up to St. Moritz, over the Bernino Pass (much cheaper than the Bernino Express, and you can stop when you like - stop at Poschiavo for a coffee and some food, and enjoy the change in architectural style, and other contrasts, but be aware that there's nothing cheap about St. Moritz that we could find!); drive up to the Stelvio Pass, than take the cable car up to the top station (it's truly spectacular, and to watch people skiing was quite a surprise - the whole drive and visit was a highlight); explore some of the hidden valleys not far from Ponte, including the Val Fontana (you won't see many people up here, and once you've parked as far up as you can, keep on walking, as it's very beautiful). We also enjoyed visiting Tirano - the Parravicini was superb, and for great pizza, try Il Braciere. Finally, we can't thank Marco enough (our host), for his very warm greeting, and the fact that he spent nearly an house showing us around and answering all our questions. He also gave us some lovely local food and drink - the salami and honey were amazing! Thank you Marco - we highly recommend that others come and stay at your house in Ponte, especially if they want to get off the beaten track a bit.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Great atmosphere, very friendly host.

We felt very comfortable in the house and everything was as described and expected. Thanks also to Marco for the tips where you can eat and what can look like.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Roberto A.

Tutto perfetto!

Consigliatissimo!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle W.

The best place to stay in the best area of the Italian Alps

We absolutely loved our time at the palazzo and in the Valtellina Valley. The home is beautiful, warm and charming, and the host is lovely and particularly helpful and attentive. We have stayed at many (many!) homes over the years and this one is especially unforgettable because of its unique beauty (this is a stately home, with beautiful furniture, large rooms, and lost of space to sprawl out and relax) as well as its undiscovered (worthy of millions of tourists, but in fact very few) location and hosts. Truly wonderful - highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Anna Lina S.

palazzo storico bellissimo

palazzo mantenuto con tanta cura in paese molto carino. riscaldamento funziona bene. tutto quello che serve c'è. prodotti locali forniti dal proprietario all'inizio buonissimi. consigli per ristoranti/aperitivo/negozi ottimi. in generale assistenza prima di arrivare ed anche sul posto molto gentile e disponibile. più commodo se si ha una macchina per andare in giro. danke für alles, es war toll!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Grania M.

An extraordinary and unique experience

Ponte in Valtellina is a small, rustic village in a beautiful mountainous setting. It's people are warm, helpful and welcoming. In among the village's cobblestoned narrow streets is the Palazzo Guicciardi, the ancient family home of the family by the same name. Its walls are a metre or more thick, timber floors are polished and worn by the traffic of people over hundreds of years, and it is filled with antique furniture, family portraits of ancestors and all sorts of interesting items, some of which were a mystery to us. Our host, Marco, made us feel very welcome and provided us with a tour of the Palazzo, explaining as he went. He also provided us with a welcome "pack" of local produce including breads, butter, milk, salami, yoghurts, jams and juice. It was an unexpected treat. Also provided was information about the house, the village, the local facilities and services, recommendations for places to eat and to visit. This was very useful. We had a very peaceful, relaxing and wonderful stay and highly recommend it to those who are looking for something unique.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Grace C.

FABULOUS!

The house is absolutely stunning. You feel you have taken a step back in time, yet you have all of the modern amenities. The owner was most gracious by giving us a tour of the expansive property with historical explanations, providing local products and fruit and making dinner reservations at a wonderful restaurant next door. We highly recommend this property.
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10/10 Excellent

Elin W.

Wonderful place

We had a wonderful stay in palazzo guccardi. The house is incredible, and very well preserved, the village lovely and the surroundings to be discovered. We stayed there for 1 week with 2 families - 4 kids and We all enjoyed it!
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10/10 Excellent

Paola F.

Un'ottima scelta!

Abbiamo preso la casa Padronale in abbinamento alla dependance (Proprietà 6438066) per questo 31 dicembre 2014. Eravamo in sette + una bimba di tre anni ed effettivamente, come consigliatoci, nonostante la casa padronale sia veramente TANTO GRANDE, le camere da letto (due + 1 camera di passaggio con letti a castello) sono sufficienti a due nuclei famigliari (anche con prole) ed il terzo nucleo fatica ad avere una sua privacy. Casa padronale bellissima (da togliere il fiato)! Proprio come nelle foto pubblicate. Stanze magnifiche e ben riscaldate: la "stua" è un'opera d'arte senza esagerazioni. Il palazzo si trova proprio nel cuore di un bellissimo borgo, se volete farvi un regalo non perdete questa occasione.
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10/10 Excellent

Jarst W.

Big climbs, big buildings

"Our group, consisting of 8 cyclists, was lusciously accommodated in this historic building and its annex. The maze-like main house is of stunning beauty, which surpassed our expectations based on the photos we saw beforehand. Also, the owner was very kind (and patient) to show us around town on arrival day. Highly recommended!"
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10/10 Excellent

x A.

"Charme authentique pour ...

"Charme authentique pour cette belle maison du XVI siècle construite en plein cœur du village. La maison est très spacieuse, bien équipée et décorée selon la tradition. Marco est serviable et à votre écoute avant, pendant et après votre séjour. Le village est idéalement situé pour découvrir la région (Côme, sondrio, St. Mauritz, San Bernard, Bormio,etc). À recommander sans hésiter!"
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10/10 Excellent

olivier m.

"Nous avons été très agré...

"Nous avons été très agréablement accueillis à notre arrivée et avons découvert une magnifique maison, avec beaucoup de charme (très beaux salons, un petit jardin agréable, une pisine hors sol pour les enfants...), au coeur d''un beau village aux rues pavées et aux nombreuses maisons de caractère. La maison offre tout le confort souhaitable, agrémenté des gentilles attentions du propriétaire (produits régionaux, courses pour les premiers repas, guides touristiques, cartes de randonnée...). C''est une maison noble du XVIème siècle très calme, fraiche en été, bien tenue, à la décoration particulièrement soignée. Elle est au coeur du village, à proximité des commerces de premières nécessités (boucherie, épicerie...). Elle ne dispose pas de vues dégagées sur la montagne. La localisation de la maison permet de rejoindre le Lac de Côme en une grosse heure (Varenna entre 1h et 1h 20 lors de nos différentes excursions), de randonner en montagne quasi immédiatement. Elle offre également la possibilité de découvrir le "Bernina express", train suisse de montagne dont le trajet est classé au patrimoine mondial de l''Unesco (départ à 20-30 minutes de la maison). Des villes et villages environnants permettent également de faire des excursions très facilement. Nous avons fait un séjour de 15 jours avec des enfants en bas âge avec beauoup de plaisir. Le propriétaire a tout fait pour que notre séjour se déroule bien. Nous ne pouvons que conseiller cette adresse pour des vacances variées, au coeur d''un village italien de Valteline de caractère, dans une maison historique... "
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10/10 Excellent

"We strongly recommend to...

"We strongly recommend to stay in this wonderful palazzo. It''s like stepping back into time with all the comfort of today. The house is clearly restored with great care and love and one gets a lesson in history just by being there. The welcome is warm and a welcome package with regional products is provided by the owners. They know the area well and provide a lot of interesting information for your stay (things to do and to see, close by and also further away and also the really interesting history of the palazzo). We for example did the train ride through the alps which the owner highly recommended and he was right! A real must! You don''t have to go this far to have a good time though. Just walking in the village and the surrounding mountains is a charm. Also Sondrio is not that far away and a nice city to visit. Next to all the lovely things to visit we loved the good Valtellina food, wine and juice. Again we would like to thank the owners for their good care and giving us the opportunity to stay in this amazing palazzo."
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10/10 Excellent

"Ha sido maravilloso pasa...

"Ha sido maravilloso pasar nuestras vacaciones en Ponte in Valtellina y especialmente en el Palazzo Guicciardi. Muy confortable y rodeado de antiguedades y de una decoración exquisita. Muy bien situado en el pueblo que respira un ambiente tranquilo e invita a relajarse disfrutando de sus viñedos y altas montañas. El silencio es lo mas valioso. Los dueños son muy amables y simpáticos y se han volcado en atendernos. hay un restaurante muy cerca (Ceccere) que tiene una carta excelente y se disfruta de un ambiente acogedor. Totalmente recomendable."
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

"Très belle maison...Un p...

"Très belle maison...Un petit château! Nous avons eu l''impression de dormir dans un musée. C''est une grande demeure pleine d''histoire. Le propriétaire est très gentil. Equipement correct, environs magnifiques. Nous avons eu un panier gourmand de bienvenue!!! Idéal pour des vacances entre copains ou des vacances romantiques, ou les deux en même temps comme dans notre cas!"
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10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

"Palazzo Guicciardi is a ...

"Palazzo Guicciardi is a unique fantasy stimulating old haven in a very tranquil surrounding. It takes some time not to get lost in the 240 m2 living area with large shielded outdoor areas. Everything was excellently provided by the owner Marco - the beautiful spacey kitchen was very perfectly equipped. The cobble stone street Via Chiuro with next to no traffic was very beautiful with fruit orchards leading down to Chiuro. The surroundings offered all the services you needed. The next door restaurant was very good. Palazzo Giuccardo constituted the perfect hub for visiting the different parts of the beuatiful Valtellina area."