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A home for a special holiday
Book Villa Selva, a holiday rental in Agrate Conturbia, Piedmont, just a few minutes from Lake Maggiore. All for you, your family or your friends: a spacious holiday apartment sleeping up to 12, with a kitchen, the park, the pond and all the hospitality you could wish for.
Enjoy every moment, at your own pace.
Your holiday home, even for a few days.
You will love this place. Villa Selva is one of those places that restore the spirit. In the warmer months, when nature bursts into colour, birdsong fills the peaceful countryside. In the stillness of the night, you may hear crickets or a solitary frog by the pond. Early in the morning, with a little luck, you might spot a squirrel, a hare or a young deer wandering into the park. In autumn, the colours of the woods are enchanting. And in the colder months, the warmth of the house is a pleasure that may surprise you.
What our guests say
“A villa that welcomes you with its beauty and the kindness of its owners.”
Alessandra · 1 September 2025 (Booking.com)
“A beautiful, spacious house, thoughtfully furnished. Plenty of room and a fantastic outdoor space.”
Alex · May 2026 (Airbnb)
“We received a warm welcome and felt at home straight away!”
Martina · October 2026 (Airbnb)
“The garden is fantastic, and so is the pergola.”
Caroline · June 2026 (Airbnb)
“This place nourishes the eyes, the spirit and the mind.”
Rajihah · 24 June 2025 (Booking.com)
“We felt less like guests and more like friends.”
Marc · October 2026 (Airbnb)
“The house has so much charm and is full of family memories.”
Sandra · June 2026 (Airbnb)
“The owners live next door, but they are very discreet and available when needed.”
Gérald · August 2026 (Airbnb)
“A place to relax and feel rich.”
Marielle · 1 August 2025 (Booking.com)
Every detail, a fragment of history
A stay at Villa Selva is an experience that stays with you. The charm of the house lies in its details: an extraordinary journey through memories, a tribute to times gone by. Each object is a fragment of a family story shared with our guests.
The house is a large home with two wings. We live in one wing; the other, a 200-square-metre apartment, is reserved exclusively for your family or group of friends, up to 12 guests. The apartment is on two floors, with three bedrooms, a spacious, well-equipped kitchen and two bathrooms. In winter, a romantic fireplace brings warmth to the large living room.
12 BEDS
The silence of the night is a restorative privilege. Up to 12 guests can enjoy it, and a cot is available on request.
3 BEDROOMS
We arrange the space to suit our guests: there are three bedrooms, with additional sleeping spaces in the living area.
KITCHEN
The spacious kitchen is a cook’s kingdom, with pots and pans, an induction hob, fridge and freezer, and plenty of room to prepare, knead and serve your favourite dishes.
2 BATHROOMS
Take your time. Nobody waits outside the door: there’s always time for a relaxing shower and a make-up fix.
DINING ROOM
Seating for twelve and a long table of friends and family: every breakfast, lunch and dinner at Villa Selva is a moment of celebration.
LIVING ROOM
Sofa, fireplace, TV, chat: how nice it is to be together. And if you can’t do without the web, Wi-Fi is free and the signal reaches the whole house.
THE HOUSE
The 200-square-metre apartment is reserved for guests and accommodates up to 12 people. Set over two floors, it has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, an equipped kitchen and a living room with a fireplace.
THE GARDEN
In front of the house you have a private outdoor area with a covered patio. You can relax in the shade of the trees or bask in the sun. If you love cooking, there is an equipped area with a barbecue and a wood-fired pizza oven.
THE PARK
20,000 square metres of greenery to enjoy: guests can explore the meadows, vegetable garden and park, with plenty of space to run, walk and unwind, while respecting the privacy of those who live on the property. The pond is a peaceful corner where you can watch the goldfish glide through the water.
What you can do when you come to Villa Selva
You can relax, read, cook, plan excursions in the woods around here or a trip to the enchanting destinations of the surrounding area: Lake Maggiore, Lake Orta or Valsesia (at the foot of Monte Rosa). Not to mention that Milan is around the corner: less than an hour’s drive takes you to the shopping capital.
Conviviality
Imagine the joy of gathering around a large table with family and friends. Guests have a spacious kitchen equipped with everything needed to cook. Outside, there is a covered seating area with a barbecue and pizza oven.
Flavors to discover
The region is rich in culinary traditions: paniscia, tapulone, bagna cauda – there’s so much flavor in Piedmontese cuisine. To be paired with the traditional red wines of Nebbiolo.
Places to visit
The islands, the colossal statue of San Carlo, Arona, Stresa, romantic Orta San Giulio and Mottarone: there is so much beauty to discover around Lakes Maggiore and Orta.
Children
Villa Selva is a wonderful place for children to have fun! Nature, the woods and the generous spaces of the house invite them to play and explore.
Animals
Dogs and cats are welcome by prior agreement and subject to the house rules. Please contact us before arrival: other animals live on the property, too.
Active holidays
Villa Selva is an ideal base for guests who love being active, especially golfers drawn to the area’s long golfing tradition. The countryside is also lovely for running, cycling and Nordic walking.
A taste of Piedmont
Food is one of the most rewarding ways to get to know Piedmont: local flavours, wines and small producers tell the story of this region. Here are a few ways to savour it during your stay.
Local flavours at home
The local food shops can deliver fresh produce, regional specialities and everyday essentials to Villa Selva, even before you arrive.
A meal without the cooking
For lunch or dinner without cooking, we can tell you about nearby food delivery options or suggest a private chef who could come and cook for you.
From wineries to lakes
A winery visit to discover local wines, a walk or a day exploring the lakes, including a beach for sunbathing and swimming: we are happy to share ideas and suggestions based on your interests.
Agrate Conturbia
Agrate Conturbia is a small village in the Novara area, surrounded by woods and fields. It has around 1,500 inhabitants and is just a 25-minute drive from Malpensa airport. Golf lovers come for the 27 holes at Golf Club Castelconturbia. As early as 1898, this land was home to the only golf course in Piedmont, when there were just two in Italy. There are also golf clubs nearby in Bogogno, Arona and Stresa. Just five minutes by car from Villa Selva is La Torbiera Wildlife Park, a protected natural area partly open to visitors. Founded in 1977 to protect endangered species, it offers an unforgettable walk around the wetland. In the village, visit the Romanesque baptistery, dating from the 12th century, and the parks around the castles of Agrate and Conturbia. Local restaurants offer traditional dishes such as paniscia, a risotto with beans, cabbage and salame della duja. Try it with a local Nebbiolo-based wine: Gattinara, Ghemme, Boca and Sizzano are reds well known to connoisseurs.
Stories and itineraries from the area
What’s There to Know About Agrate Conturbia
Fifteen things you may not know about Agrate Conturbia, offering a different perspective beyond what you see in passing.
Lake Maggiore in a Day
Spend a day on Lake Maggiore, starting from Villa Selva: here’s the route we recommend to our guests.
The Cuisine of the Piedmont Territory
A journey through the flavours of Alto Piemonte, discovering the food traditions of the area around us.
Lake Orta, at a Slower Pace
Spend a leisurely day on Lake Orta with our itinerary of walks, views and stops along the lake.
Katia and Fulvio
We will welcome you upon your arrival, together with our children. We love having guests in our home. We like hearing their stories and sharing our corner of the world with them.
That is why we have opened this house, and the memories it holds, to everyone who would like to stay here and share in its story.
We speak Italian, English and French.
Contact us
Check availability at Villa Selva for your preferred dates. Or ask us anything you need to know to plan your stay.