The MOST romantic location in Northern Italy!:
NEW LOWER RATES FOR AVAILABLE WEEKS!
Layout: On the top (fourth) floor of a beautiful waterfront gated building, Vista Lago consists of a two-bedroom apartment (sleeping 6) beside a studio apartment (sleeping 2) Both have separate, private entrances. In total, the space is 1,400 square feet or 135+ square meters. These units are connected (and may be rented separately) as there is a door between them, creating a three-bedroom apartment in total. (Studio has a double, pull-out sofa for use as the third bedroom).
The two-bedroom apartment features a large, open gourmet kitchen with center island, a living area with a double sleep sofa and two balconies, a dining area, a glass table seating eight, 2 bedrooms (with a queen and double bed), each with water view balconies, and two marble-tiled, full baths. (Master bedroom w/private bath.) There is a high powered telescope too for lake and lunar viewing!
A high chair and crib are available upon request. Bed linens & towels provided!
The perfect base-location to see it all!:
The studio apartment features spectacular lake views as well as a balcony from the living/sleeping area, equipped with a double sofa bed, a four-person dining table, kitchen, and full, marble-tiled bath. (Note: Studio apartment does NOT have use of the pool or fitness area if the 2 bedroom apartment is occupied)
The lake remains a playground today not only for the rich and famous but also for those escaping greater Milan and the Po River Valley, less than an hour away. You may find yourself bumping into the famous actor George Clooney, as his Villa is a minute a way, and sharing the dock with well-known Inter-Milan soccer star, Zambrotta! Driving south along the lake from “Vista Lago,” you will find wonderful villas framed by breathtaking scenery. Pass Cernobbio, with the amazing Villa d’Este, before arriving in Como, a magical town with bustling markets, cafes and shops, and fine museums.
Everything is within reach!:
Location: “Vista Lago,” located in the old town, of Carate Urio, on the western shore of the lake, rich in residential villas, sits in a spectacular panoramic position on a beautiful slope facing the lake–one of the most elegant and romantic parts where the sun glistens on the water (often-times reflecting on the ceiling!).
Lake Como is a jewel-like oasis of tranquility, surrounded by a magical combination of lush Mediterranean foliage and snowy alpine peaks. Enclosed by steep-sided mountains, the blue waters of Lake Como have for centuries attracted visitors, including important statesmen, artists, and glitterati.
Ski:
You will pass Cernobbio, with the amazing Villa d’Este, before arriving in Como, a magical town with bustling markets, cafes and shops, and fine museums.
Traveling north you will find S. Moritz (Switzerland) about 1-1/2 hours drive, Davos (Switzerland) 1-3/4 hours drive, and S. Primo, Bobbio, Artavaggio (Italy) are only about 45 minutes drive. S. Bernardino and Ticino (Switzerland) approximately 1 hours drive. Cervinia (ITA) is 1.30 from there...
TRAVEL INFORMATION: Once arriving in Milan-Malpensa Airport, from the terminal you can travel by bus to Como in 40 minutes (Appx. $12/E11) , then travel by boat or bus again to Carate Urio (E$2/4), where 'Vista Lago' is located. A car can be hired/rented from Malpensa Airport. ( appx. E120 )The drive is approximately 40-45 minutes.
Golf:
Over half of Italy's golfers reside in Lombardy, so of course it boasts many fantastic courses. A partial list: Golf Club Lombardy. Just outside Milan in the Royal Park at Monza. This world
championship 27-hole course, site of many Italian Opens, has sloping greens with high, natural roughs. Villa D'Este Golf Club. Near Montorfano, this world-famous course has recently undergone extensive renovation. Host of 12 Italian Opens, the 18-hole course requires precise strokes; the ups and downs call for total concentration. Golf Club La Pineta. One of the most prestigious in Italy, this 18-hole course combines technical challenge and remarkable beauty. Home of the Stracciari Open International, its
first 9 holes are hilly. The two slopes that edge the fairways make them seem much narrower than they actually are.
Santa Martretta. Via Chitola 49, Pavia (9 holes).
Menaggio e Cadenabbia. Via Golf 12, Como (18 holes).
Carimate. Via Airoldi 2, Carimate (18 holes).
Monticello. Via Volta 4, Cassina Rizzardi (36 holes).
La Roserra. Via Montebello 4, Chiuduno (9 holes).
Royal Sant'Anna. Annone di Brianza (9 holes).
Bergamo. Via Longini 12, Almenno S. Bartolomeo (18 holes).
Bogliaco. Via Golf, Toscolano Madermo (9 holes).
Varese. Via Vittorio Veneto 32, Luvinate (18 holes).
Le Rovedine. Via Marx 1, Noverasco di Opera (9 holes).
Lanzo. Lanzo d'Intelvi (9 holes).
Molinetto. Cernusco del Naviglio (18 holes).
Other Activities:
fitness, boating, shopping, theatre, seaplanes, dining, gambling
Learn more about this holiday rental at the owner's website:
marks the location of the property in Lake Como
