Italian Lakes Villa Rental
Villa Lariana
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AboutTheExperience
Come to this beautiful Italian Lakes holiday villa for an elegant vacation with an unbeatable view! Great either for a family with kids or friends traveling together, this Lake Como villa rental has five en suite bathrooms, a huge kitchen, and a play room for little ones. Adults will enjoy the large sunny terrace with a magnificent lake view, while kids can splash in the pool or play at the beach next door. And whatever your group demographics, everyone staying at this villa on Lake Como will enjoy exploring the surrounding area-- one of the most beautiful natural areas in Italy.
LocationDescription
This lakefront villa is located ten kilometers north of Menaggio on the northwest shore of Lake Como, literally next door to a beach. Once a walled city, some remnants are still visible in Menaggio today. In the summer, it is a popular recreation area, with opportunities for windsurfing, water skiing, and other water-based activities. You could also rent a bicycle and explore the area or take a walk down the lakeside promenade, lined with flowers. Because of its central location, Menaggio is a great base for exploring the rest of the area. Drive down the lakeshore road to Tremezzo and Como, or hop on a ferry to visit Varenna or Bellagio. Known as "la perla del lago" (the pearl of the lake), Bellagio is considered by many to be the most beautiful town in Europe. Its narrow cobbled streets, breathtaking views, impeccable homes and glorious villas make it a most enchanting spot to explore. Como, located at the southernmost tip of the lake which bears its name, is perfect for a day's outing. Sights in Como include the Duomo, the austere church of San Abbondio, the Piazza S. Fedele (with many 400-year-old buildings), and the Basilica, one of the masterpieces of the "maestri comacini" (Como masters). Before leaving, be sure to take the funicular up to Brunate-- a small village with a spectacular view. While on Lake Como, you'll discover that the cuisine is based primarily on fish. Specialties include misultitt (fish desiccated in containers called misolte) and soused fish (fried and then pickled), along with more traditional dishes like rice with perch or smoked trout.
Milan (airport): 85 km
Lugano (airport): 35 km
Como: 45 km
Tremezzo: 14 km
Bellagio: 12 km (partly by ferry)
Varenna: 12 km (partly by ferry)
Menaggio: 10 km
ExteriorDescription
(2,500 m2) This lakefront property has a simply breathtaking view of the lake and the surrounding mountains. The house is surrounded on the front and around one side by a large terra-cotta terrace (45m x 8m) and then lawn, equipped with an outdoor dining table and chairs where you can have a meal with an incredible view. Around the side of the house is a pool. Behind the house is a parking area for six cars; across the street from the parking area is a museum devoted to ancient watercraft, called La Raccolta della Barca Lariana. To the left of the house (on the side of the pool) is a small dock area, and to the right is a public beach. A public path runs in front of the property between the front lawn and the water, so this property should not be considered secluded; the most pedestrians come during July and August.
InteriorDescription
(600 m2)
Ground Floor: The front doors of this villa lead into an entry room where there is a closet. Directly to the left is a play room for children, with access to the terrace. Continuing straight ahead from the entryway, you will enter into a 55 m2 living/dining area with a huge wooden dining table (seating about 10-14) and French doors opening out onto the terrace. An open doorway leads into a 37 m2 living room, where there are a couple of couches and a TV. Two open doorways on either side of the television lead into a closed veranda, where there is a table and chairs in front of a couple of sunny windows, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. At the opposite end of the living room, another doorway leads into a small hallway where there are two WCs and a staircase leading to the first floor. Back in the dining room, a door to the right leads into a large kitchen equipped with a dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, oven, cook-top, and microwave.
First Floor: Upstairs, a hallway opens into a total of seven bedrooms. The first bedroom has a 160 cm queen-size bed, an en suite bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower, and an open veranda overlooking the lake. The second bedroom has a 160 cm queen-size bed and an en suite bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower. The third bedroom has a 160 cm queen-size bed, a view of the lake, and an en suite bathroom with a sink, toilet, and bathtub with handheld showerhead. This room has a door leading into the fourth bedroom (which can also be accessed from the hall), which has one single bed. The fifth bedroom has a 160 cm queen-size bed, a view of the lake, and an en suite bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower. The sixth bedroom has a 160 cm queen-size bed and a door leading into the seventh bedroom. The seventh bedroom has one single bed and an en suite bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower.
FeaturesDescription
Available Amenities: 2 hours daily housekeeping (Mon-Sat), satellite TV, telephone, computer, printer, scanner, ADSL internet access, fax machine, air conditioning in the double bedrooms, private swimming pool, DVD player, CD player, dishwasher, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, iron and ironing board, patio furniture.
Extra Services: The following are listed as an aid for trip planning; the services and prices are approximate and cannot be guaranteed by Rentvillas. All extra services are payable locally in cash.
Baby bed: 100 Euros
Telephone: According to use
Cook service: Upon request
Extra maid service: Upon request
Advanced grocery shopping: Upon request
Breakfast service: Upon requestThe pool can be heated upon request for an extra charge.
Nearby Attractions: Beach, Lake Como, Menaggio (windsurfing, water skiing, lakeside promenade), Tremezzo, Varenna, Bellagio (cobbled streets, villas), Como (Duomo, San Abbondio, Piazza S. Fedele, Basilica), Brunate.
Please Note:No pets please.The rental price is for a maximum of 12 people in 6 bedrooms. Any additional guests are an extra charge.
Property Seasons & Rates (USD)
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Aug-27-2011 - Oct-01-2011
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| $14,378 |
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Oct-01-2011 - Dec-17-2011
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Dec-17-2011 - Jan-07-2012
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Jan-07-2012 - Apr-07-2012
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| $10,744 |
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Apr-07-2012 - Apr-14-2012
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| $12,640 |
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Apr-14-2012 - Apr-28-2012
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| $10,744 |
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Apr-28-2012 - Jun-30-2012
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| $12,640 |
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Jun-30-2012 - Sep-01-2012
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| $17,380 |
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Sep-01-2012 - Oct-06-2012
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| $12,640 |
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Oct-06-2012 - Dec-22-2012
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Dec-22-2012 - Jan-05-2013
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For exact pricing and conditions, click the View Availability button and then click View Pricing and Conditions.
Arrival Times
Please note: Official Arrival Times:
Conditions *
Security Deposit
- Upon arrival at the property you are required to pay to the property representative a security deposit payable in cash. The security deposit will be returned to you prior to your departure minus any extra charges or accidental damages to the property. The listed security deposit is: 1000 EUR
Additional Expenses
- If available, telephone and internet usage are extra and charged according to consumption.
- A baby bed is available upon request for the weekly rate of: 100 EUR
- Upon request and with approval of the owner a late arrival is possible between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm (no arrivals accepted after 9:00 pm!!) with a late arrival fee of: 50 EUR
Other Notes
- Extra maid service is usually available upon request and is paid locally.
- If available, heating is allowed by Italian law only from November 1 to April 1 with exceptions made for extreme weather
- If available, cook service must be arranged at least two months prior to arrival and is subject to the availability of the cook.
- CLIENTS ARE REQUIRED TO GIVE A PHOTOCOPY OF THEIR PASSPORT TO THE LOCAL MANAGER WHEN THEY ARRIVE AT THE PROPERTY.
* These prices and conditions may change based on your arrival date and length of stay. For exact conditions, please click on the View Availability button, enter your dates, and then click on View Pricing and Conditions.
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Based on 3 Reviews
Customer Reviews
Overall:
Excellent! We loved the house, the location, everything was great!
Enjoyed Most:
The house is very spacious and the location is amazing, right in front of lake Como.
Unpleasant Surprises:
Everything was fine. My only suggestions are to install air conditioning in the bedrooms and the option of heating the pool - the water was too cold!
Surrounding Area:
The lake is beautiful. For visiting the villages, a car is necessary.
Tips or Restaurants:
We loved Menaggio and Bellagio. No great restaurant finds, as we ate most of the days in the house. If guests have small kids and want to relax I would highly recommend hiring a cook. We didn't and lost precious time in the kitchen!
Directions:
Very easy to find the property with the coordinates sent in the voucher
Andrea, August, 2008
Overall:
What a fabulous time we had at the villa in Italy! It was everything you said it would be. The owner/keyholder was wonderful to deal with. She left us a detailed folder with all the things we needed to know and more about the villa and the area. We had perfect weather, as well. We woke up to clouds one morning, and it was snowing on the mountains. It was truly beautiful. It was mostly melted the next day, but for a short period of time, really changed the landscape. It was a very well maintained house with a good House Book.
Enjoyed Most:
Location. Loved the kitchen - it even had a microwave/convection oven! The house was spotless.
Unpleasant Surprises:
Can't think of anything. Uncomfortable furniture in the living room. The owner said that it was just temporary and would be replaced.
Surrounding Area:
We loved the small villages and the ferries, and the ability to walk along the water. The people were great.
Nearby Events or Locales:
Musso was within walking distance.
Tips or Restaurants:
Don't need to bring toilet paper, but did bring own spices and popcorn. Good restaurant find in Danco, close to the Pelican supermarket. The roads were a challenge, but by the end of the week, we could drive the "Italian" way." I highly recommend to everyone a GPS system to help navigate the roads. Getting out of the airport was a challenge.
Kay, May, 2008
Enjoyed Most:
Being directly on the lake was magnificent.
Unpleasant Surprises:
The entrance to the villa was disappointing.
Surrounding Area:
It was very quiet, and there were a few good restaurants close by.
Tips or Restaurants:
La Baia is a great restaurant. It is great for a couple, or a family
Check In Out:
Very easy process.
Tish, August, 2007