What does Lisander stand for?Lisander is the vernacular version of the name Alessandro and it’s typical of Lombardy.It’s often linked to the writer and poet Alessandro Manzoni, commonly known as Don Lisander, who set his masterpiece “The Betrothed” in the Brianza region of Lombardy. Lisander is also a recurrent name in our family.The Bed and Breakfast is located in a wing of the Silva family home, who have been living here for more than 200 years. Over time, annexes have been added to the main building which was known as Palazzo Odescalchi, whose origin dates back to the late 1.500 A.D.The main building originally belonged to a cadet branch of the powerful Odescalchi family. Legend has it that Pope Innocent XI, who was a member of the Odescalchi family, was accidentally born here, but promptly registered as born in Como.Bedrooms.The three bedrooms are very different, so if you would like to come back we suggest you choose a different one. All of the them offer a spectacular view of the main building and on the immaculate 19th-centuy courtyard, a modern and confortable breakfast area, a fantastic south-facing terrace with a great view over the historic park so you can relax in the open air and also a workout area to keep fit.All bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning, tv, internet, wi-fi and a safe.There is a common minibar in the hall.For guests on business it’s a great opportunity to stay in a totally different environment from a hotel, to feel more ”at home” in exclusive and quiet surroundings.For guests who simply want to relax and for families we offer the chance of a handy place to stay where all attractions are close by (tourism, nature, entertainment) with the knowledge that you are going back to an oasis of peace.For sports lovers, cult places such as the Monza Grand Prix Circuit, the Villa D’Este Golf Course, the skiing pistes of Engadina or Lombardy in winter are all close by, and on your return you can treat yourselves to a well-deserved, exclusive and undisturbed rest.If you are an enthusiast traveller, you can base yourself here at Lisander, while you enjoy day-long tours to the great lakes of Lombardy, or to the mountain passes of Switzerland and Stelvio (feel free to ask Alessandro Silva for information, he belongs to that category of people for whom the epitome of travel lies in the journey rather than the destination)For the fans of Milan shopping, you can enjoy the exclusive experience to be found in the fashion area of Milan knowing that you can rest and relax in the evening leaving the hustle and bustle of the city behindAnd for the lovers of the “La Scala” Theatre, undoubtedly the most famous theatre in the world, the chance of living this experience as a true Milanese, both before and after the performance. Andrea Silva will introduce you to this unique experience thanks to his passion and knowledge he has acquired over many years.Why Seregno?Seregno lies in a privileged position in the Brianza area, it’s very close to Milan and Como, both reacheable by a frequent suburban train service, and to the Prealpine hills.Seregno is also the strategic centre of industry in Brianza, with its many manufacturing and commercial districts.So, the big city, the wonderful Lake Como and the economic heart of Brianza are at your feet.We are in the centre of Seregno, so all services and shops are within walking distance (Train and bus station, restaurants, hairdressers and barbers..)
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