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Ulivi, nicely located in Domaso near Gravedona on the north - western shores of lake Como, is the perfect place to appreciate the full beauty of the Lake of Como.
In fact, there is nothing better than enjoying the breathtaking view directly from the sunny terrace of the apartment or, alternatively, from the spacious swimming pool in the garden. The terrace is the most gorgeous spot to sip a glass of traditional Italian wine. At sunset then, you have the impression that the lake is toasting with you directly in the house!
Coming to the inside of the house, the apartment (100 square meters) is accurately furnished with a modern style: you are welcomed by a spacious living room (sofa bed, satellite TV) and a fully equipped open kitchen (four burners, oven, dishwasher, freezer, washing machine). Stairs will lead you up to the attic with a double room and a twin bedded room.
Two bathrooms with shower, another terrace on the back of the apartment and private parking for two cars complete the house.
Apartment Ulivi is the place to be also if you play golf. You would love the golf course of Menaggio, the oldest course in Italy, where you can play golf also with the owner of apartment, or with George Clooney if you are lucky!
Restaurants, pubs and shops are on easy reach.
Domaso, where Ulivi is located, is an ancient fisherman village, it is a paradise for windsurfers and sailors who enjoy the lake all year around thanks to Breva, the wind blowing on the lake from March to October which guarantees together with Tivano, a mild climate. For windsurf-lovers two of the best European schools are located here. You can practise water sports or sunbathing on nice public beaches. The village is also a starting point for day trips to picturesque villages that can be reached by car or boat. Menaggio is 20 minutes far, a lovely place for walking around, shopping, or tasting real Italian gelato. Bellagio is approachable by ferry ("battello"), and in just an hour you are in Como or Lugano.
For mountain lovers there are walks through small and sunny villages and, if you love skiing, Sankt Moritz, the famous skiing resort, is within an easy reach (less than two hours drive).
And what about Lake Como? It is the most beautiful of all the Italian lakes, the deepest in Europe, it is 50 km long, an oasis of tranquillity surrounded by Mediterranean bushes and snowy Alpine peaks. Its charme comes both from the small fishing villages on the shore and from the surrounding mountains. The villages have shores with small gravel beaches, pleasant harbours and water sport areas for windsurfing, sailing and water skiing, whilst the valleys are good for walking, hiking, mountain biking, and in winter for skiing. The slopes of St Moritz, San Bernardino, Madesimo, Gotthard are within an easy reach. Summer should be dedicated to golf, swimming, sailing and all water sports.
Lake Como for centuries attracted visitors, including important statesmen, artists and writers, and its openness to "VIP" has recently been confirmed by the presence almost all year around, of George Clooney, Donatella Versace, Elton John, Madonna just to say some names, who have decided to make this area their own private paradise.
But if you are not into VIP-watching, no worry, the relax-lovers can enjoy the recommended excursions to Como (50 km), Milan (90 km), and Lugano (45 km) and the shop-a-holics will soon love the designer fashion factory outlets near Como and the Swiss border.
If you are curious and like lingering in the sun, you can choose between a visit to the traditional museum with a collection of over 100 boats from the 18th century in Pianello del Lario, or a car ride to stunning villas like Villa del Balbianello, Villa Melzi, Villa Serbelloni.
You won’t have time to get bored on the Lake of Como! |
