There are places where time slows down, and this house is one of them. At the foot of the Marmolada, on the panoramic hill of Palue di Sottoguda – a village listed amongst Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages – stands a detached villa dating from the 1930s that seems tailor-made for those seeking tranquillity, light and the true mountain experience. Facing south, it basks in the sun from dawn until dusk. Surrounding it is a large green lawn where, in summer, you can read books in the shade of the large tree, and in winter, watch the snow settle on the peaks. The private car park can accommodate up to four cars. The complete restoration was completed in 2007. The rooms retain the authentic spirit of days gone by: the rural atmosphere, the history in the walls, the warmth of the wood. The house is furnished with care and taste in every detail, ready to welcome you straight away as if it had always been waiting for you. An added bonus is its versatility. Although it is a single villa, it has two independent entrances and separate utilities, so the top two floors can be occupied independently of those below. It is ideal for a large family who want to stay close yet have their own space, for hosting friends and relatives, or for renting out one part whilst enjoying the other. Here, days are spent strolling through the woods, hitting the ski slopes just a few minutes away, and enjoying dinners by the window as the mountains turn pink. It’s not just a home. It’s the place you’ll always want to return to.