In 1919;was purchased by the U.S.General Butler Ames;to whom we owe major renovations aimed at recovering the precious furnishings of Arconatis.On the death of the general;his heirs sold the Balbianello to Guido Monzino;known Milanese businessman;educated collector and avid traveler.The Villa was again restored and converted in part into a private museum where Monzino picked with expertise and attention museological memories of travel;art collections and memorabilia of the famous expeditions he has made;such as the conquest of the North Pole in 1971 and 'Everest in 1973.The October 11;1988;on the death of Monzino;his last will and testament to the Villa;the furnishings and the beautiful garden of the rise of Lavedo were bequeathed to the FAI;with a dowry that still helps maintenance.A garden with a breathtaking view The true pride and joy of the Villa is the panoramic terraced garden;which is dominated by the elegant loggia.The garden is a bona fide masterpiece;in which every element relates to the lake;its shores and its mesmerising waters.