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Historic residence in the heart of the Alps - Palazzo Guicciardi

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A corridor with purple flowering trees, a concrete path, and a building with a door.
A traditional kitchen with a large wooden table, hanging pots, and a fireplace.
A library with bookshelves, a fireplace, a sofa, armchairs, and a window with curtains.
A courtyard with stone buildings, a central fountain, and lush greenery.
A stone wall, wicker furniture, and chickens in a garden setting.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Laundry room

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Ponte in Valtellina, Lombardy
  • Place, Vini Fay Winery
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Grumello Castle
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Palazzo Besta Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬

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Historic residence in the heart of the Alps - Palazzo Guicciardi

Palazzo Guicciardi: Living twelve centuries of Valtellina history

"Stepping across the threshold of Palazzo Guicciardi means entering an indissoluble bond with the territory."

Owned and preserved by our family, present in Ponte since 773 AD (when our ancestor Guicciardo settled here after crossing the Alps following Charlemagne), this noble residence, documented since 1548, has been restored to its former glory through careful conservative restoration. Today, it is an exceptional retreat where modern comfort meets authentic art.

The Property: The Noble Wing
This reservation offers the exclusive use of the Noble Wing of the Palazzo, the historical heart of our hospitality, ideal for accommodating up to 5 guests. On the ground floor, you will find spacious and textured rooms:

The 1579 Stüa: Entirely paneled in ancient wood, it is a warm and secluded space, ideal for resting.

The Great Kitchen: Featuring a monumental fireplace.

The Green Parlor: A bright room overlooking the loggia.

The Noble Wing features a total of three bedrooms: the Senator's room, a double bedroom with painted ceilings and wall canvases; a single room overlooking the ancient wine-press courtyard and the garden; a twin room, which can also be set up with a double bed, overlooking the garden and the mountains; and two bathrooms.

(Note: The Palazzo Guicciardi complex also includes the "Il Granaio" annex and the monumental "Fresco Rooms" on the upper floor. If your group is larger than 5 people and you wish to rent the entire residence or add beds, we invite you to look for our dedicated listings on this portal or to contact us).

Location: Between Heroic Vineyards and Alpine Trails
Located in the heart of Ponte in Valtellina, a village that has perfectly preserved its medieval and Renaissance footprint, the Palazzo is the ideal starting point to discover a unique territory:

Via dei Terrazzamenti (Terrace Way): A cycling and walking path through the middle and lower valley at an altitude between 300 and 700 meters. It is the best way to admire the ancient dry-stone walls (UNESCO World Heritage), the vineyards, and the historic churches dotting the Rhaetian slope.

Sentiero Valtellina: Over 100 km of cycling path along the Adda River. A flat and safe itinerary, ideal for families, allowing you to immerse yourself in the valley's nature.

The Bernina Red Train (UNESCO): Just a short distance away, for an unforgettable journey toward the Swiss glaciers and St. Moritz.

Alps & Lakes: Lake Como is reachable in less than an hour, as are the most famous Alpine passes. For sports enthusiasts, the Adda River offers rafting, while the Alpine streams are ideal for sport fishing.

Ski & Spa: Only 20 minutes from the ski resorts of Aprica and Valmalenco, and close to the millenary thermal baths of Bormio.

Guest Notes:

Outdoor Spaces: Private courtyards, the ancient wine-press porch, and a secret garden equipped with a barbecue, a pergola, and a table for al fresco dining.

Family Friendly: In the Palazzo, we provide a complimentary crib and high chair upon request.

Accessibility: Due to the historic nature of this 16th-century building, there are stone stairs and passages that are not suitable for guests with limited mobility.
During your stay at this villa, you'll be close to Molino Filippini. Features include laundry facilities. The villa includes amenities such as 1.5 bathrooms.
  • The villa offers 1.5 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 8 minutes by car from Vini Fay Winery and 9 minutes from Grumello Castle
This villa offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Ponte in Valtellina villa.

Property amenities

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • 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

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,799 square feet

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

  • No pets 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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number IT014052B4GYBXLACR, ...

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

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Historic residence in the heart of the Alps - Palazzo Guicciardi Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful, Marco is a wonderful host!!’
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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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
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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."