More about the position:
The apartment offers a very quiet atmosphere, with no traffic noise. The swimming pool is just 5 m down below from the apartment. Walking into Mennagio town and the lake front couldn't be easier, only 300 m or a 5 minute walk. The supermarket & shops are only 2 minutes away by car, where you can buy fresh bread & croissants. There are reasonably priced local restaurants serving good homemade food. If you would like any further information about Menaggio and the surrounding area, please let us know.
Hiking, mountain biking, trips & shopping:
The Italian Lakes are a little slice of paradise. Elegant ribbons of blue water stretch out ahead, folded into the sun-baked foothills, with a spectacular back drop of the snow-capped Alps. Warming, inspiring and graced with natural beauty, the lakes are still a place to draw breath and wonder. Lake Como, lies north-south, ringed by characteristic old villages wedged onto narrow beaches between rugged cliffs and water. Those classic lake images of flower strewn balconies, Barogue gardens and splendid waterside villas can be found here in abundance. Dotted around and between the lakes are some of Italy's finest art cities, such as Milan, Verona & Bergamo. The most romantic and picturesque villages on the lake are Santa Maria Rezzonico, Varenna (15 min by ferry) & Bellagio (8 min by ferry), Lenno (visit Villa Balbianello, location for 007's Casino Royale as well as Villa Gaeta, right here in Menaggio) & Laglio (where George Clooney owns Villa Oleandra).
Pre and Post season and winter on Lake Como:
The area is also very beautiful in low/pre-season and the weather is constant. Everything is open as in summer, great for trips and relaxing in the sun with spectacular views. This year there have been 4/5 days of rain from September through to January and 90% of sun. You do not have to go far to get some sun in winter and to have a relaxing time, enjoy great food and meet friendly people.
Ski:
Skiing can be a passion or can be a day out. If you feel like an early start, then you could drive up to St. Moritz in a bit more then an hour, or go to top-resorts like Madesimo or Bormio for a good ski or spa-day.
Golf:
There are Golf clubs around Lake Como: Cadenabbia & Menaggio Golf Club celebrating 100 years this year. Guests are always welcome, please call beforehand to check course rules. Golf Club Menaggio: (Menaggio Como) Tel. 0344/32103 ,