Number of guests: 4
Bed and bath: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths
Why we love it: Fireplace, private lake, heated pool
In Latin, “foleia” translates to “folly,” and the story behind this abode could be seen as a little bonkers—certainly ambitious, at least. The owners had a vision for this one-time thickly forested area: two villas, each with its own charms, facing each other across a lake. Yes, that meant pumping the lake themselves, not to mention clearing the trees, but the results are glorious. In this villa (see this listing for the other), floor-to-ceiling windows open directly out onto the lake, and a view that’s impossibly lovely. Inside is as chic as can be, with a grand fireplace, neoclassical frescoes, and elegant statues adorning each stylish corner (there are eight to admire, thanks to the home’s unusual octagonal shape). If madness is a leisurely row across a glassy private lake, followed by a chef-prepared breakfast on the terrace, and a dip in a heated pool, sign us up.
Location: Revislate
