Carate Urio holiday apartment

The ancient village of Carate Urio on the west shore of Lake Como in a real haven for tranquility. Ideal for an afternoon meander through the narrow cobbled stepped pathways or to revel in the café-bar culture that is prevalent here. Unwind over an impossibly long lunch in one of the pretty lakeside trattorias or restaurants. They serve authentic locally produced food that is culinary perfection! Explore the neighbouring villages and lazy lakeside living such as Laglio, where George Clooney spends his summer holidays hauled up at his lakeside villa! Or meander through the cobbled streets of Cernobbio for an ice-cream, the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon or a spot of shopping in one of the exclusive boutiques.

Relax with a touch of sunbathing on the shingle beaches around the local area or hop on the ferry and explore the lakeside city par excellence of Como with its pretty piazzas, cafe culture, 14th Century gothic churches and famous Alessandra Volta Musuem, the Inventor of the humble battery! A supermarket available 7 days a week just 10 minutes drive, mini-market in the village plus idyllic cafes to help you unwind and watch the world go by. Fly to Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate or Bergamo. Full directions on request or with booking. Car hire recommended but not essential. Bus and ferry available to village.

The main bedroom of the house includes an original timber floor and boasts wonderful lake views, ample wardorbe space & a zip and link bed - king size when linked and two generous singles when apart. The large bathroom has a walk-in oversized shower, bidet and w.c. Cantina: A staircase leads from the garden level (where the dining kitchen, master bedroom and bathroom are) to the converted wine cellar, which is above ground. It has a vaulted ceiling and a porthole window with views to the lake. The smallest by far, of the 3 bedrooms, it's a fun room with a bunk bed that kids - and big kids - love. available from early 2010. With windows all round, which open inwards to let lots of fresh air in, the sunroom is a great spot to sit quietly and relax with a book and watch the sunset over the lake. A great spot for for drinks before dinner. Seating 6 guests with an original antique floor, the living room looks onto the lake and inc flat screen televison and DVD player.

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