Book Passalacqua A Love Letter to Lake Como - ASSOULINE

Under wide awnings, warm, golden light bathes the laid tables in a soft glow. Lovers stroll under old trees and whisper sweet nothings to each other. Passalacqua is so idyllic and inviting that you inevitably become a romantic—enchanted by the idea of eternal love.

Since Vincenzo Bellini composed two of his greatest operas, Norma and La sonnambula, here, he is considered the patron spirit of the house, whose peaceful, sensual energy can still be felt throughout the villa and its gardens sloping down to the lake.

Voted the best hotel in the world in 2023, Passalacqua embodies the epitome of the Italian dream. The 18th-century estate overlooks Lake Como, nestled in lush terraced gardens. With only 24 rooms and suites, it offers an atmosphere of discreet elegance, relaxation, and timeless beauty—a retreat where you immediately feel at home and are reluctant to leave.

This volume was created in close collaboration with the owners Paolo, Antonella, and Valentina De Santis and invites you to experience unforgettable days on the estate. From the first step through the gates to the last glance as you say goodbye, a stay here unfolds like a dream. Passalacqua: A Love Letter to Lake Como combines exclusive illustrations by Andrea Ferolla, photographs by Daria Reina, and personal impressions from esteemed guests such as J.J. Martin, Donna Hay, and Emilia Wickstead—a poetic homage to the magic of Lake Como.

Author: Preface by Paolo, Antonella, and Valentina De Santis, illustrations by Andrea Ferolla and photography by Daria Reina
Publication date: June 2025