This apartment is ideal for a couple who wants to spend their golden years in a Mediterranean climate south of the Swiss Alps.
The very beautifully cut 3.5-room apartment is located in a characteristic Ticino house from the 30s with 6 apartments and combines individual architectural charm with a wide view of the lake and its mountain world. Already when entering the apartment, the special layout is noticeable: after the entrance door, 2 steps lead down to the open living and dining area. The two window fronts flood the room with light and give a clear view of the large natural stone terrace, the lake, the mountain world, and the beautifully designed garden. The apartment has two bedrooms, one of which is currently used flexibly as a reading room with an adjacent office area – ideal for home office in the south.
A real plus point is the very generously cut bathroom. Equipped with a modern, walk-in granite stone shower and a large whirlpool bathtub, the bathroom becomes a private wellness oasis. The cozy, modern, and fully equipped kitchen offers plenty of space for cooking and enjoying. A Swedish stove also provides a cozy atmosphere on cold winter days. Directly adjacent to the kitchen is a practical recess, which offers additional storage space for utensils and in which the washing machine is comfortably accommodated.
Both from the kitchen and from the living area, you can access the versatile garden and terrace area. The directly adjacent, lake-facing natural stone terrace is partially covered. This protected area offers you the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful view undisturbed even on colder days or during a summer rain. At the same time, the roof provides pleasant shade on hot summer days. The absolute highlight of the private garden area awaits you under a magnificent magnolia tree, a beautiful eye-catcher that offers you an idyllic shady spot on hot days. Here, a traditional Ticino stone table invites you to unforgettable hours, atmospheric grill evenings, or lazy summer evenings in a cozy circle – here, the Ticino way of life is perfectly lived.
There is also plenty of space outside the living areas: a separate cellar compartment and an attic compartment offer plenty of space for belongings. On each floor, there is one of the three laundry rooms. This attractive apartment is rounded off by two private parking spaces directly at the property, and a garage can be rented on foot if necessary.
The property was renovated in the 80s and the apartment was continuously and high-quality renovated with "heart and soul", most recently the terrace areas in 2021. The roof was equipped with a PV system in 2025 and a heat pump was installed, which increases the self-consumption of the self-generated electricity and significantly reduces your energy costs.
Orselina, in a prime hillside location, is considered one of the exclusive residential communities above Locarno. You enjoy absolute peace and quiet, year-round sunshine, and are yet just a few minutes away from the vibrant life of Locarno and Ascona. The place is a sun-kissed observation deck with a special, relaxed way of life. While below - in the few minutes distant Locarno - the lively city life pulses. The approximately 700 inhabitants form a warm, colorful community of Ticino and many German-speaking Swiss, who have fulfilled their dream of the south here. It is a place for connoisseurs, seekers of peace, and nature lovers with events and culture right on the doorstep. The village life is active without being obtrusive. Culture and sociability are highly valued here:
Culture in the Parco di Orselina: The local association Pro Orselina regularly transforms the Parco di Orselina into an open-air stage in the summer. Whether atmospheric concerts like "Jazz in the Park", theater performances, or the popular "Cinema al Parco" under the starry sky – the cultural life takes place directly in the neighborhood.
Tradition and festivals: Local summer festivals with Ticino grill specialties and the autumnal festival "Colori d'autunno" on the house mountain Cardada bring the village community together with wine and music.
