Location: Rezzonico, Lake Como, Lombardy, Italy, Europe (Menaggio 5 kilometers, Milan Malpensa 80 minutes)
Accommodations: Home, 5 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 10-12)
Step inside this beautiful restoration overlooking Italy's Lake Como and walk into a private Italian retreat. Steeped in history and stunning in design, this three-story stone house was architecturally renovated to make the most of the magnificent setting.
Set off the main road, nestled in the hillside, no traffic disturbs this home's calm beauty. After parking your car in the covered parking space and climbing the steps, a short stroll down a stone path leads you home. This house has been showcased in two Italian architectural publications. Each room welcomes you with warmth and displays a splendid view of Lake Como.
The ground floor is comprised of the main living and dining area centered around an antique French stone fireplace, a fully-equipped kitchen, a laundry room, and a bathroom. Enjoy meals and a gorgeous view on the vine-covered terrace just off the kitchen, while keeping cool and shaded from the midday summer sun.
The second floor has a family/TV area with fold-out sofa, one double bedroom, a room with twin beds, and a full bathroom. The third floor houses three double bedrooms with high, wood-beam ceilings, and two full bathrooms.
History: This converted home began its life as two adjoining houses. Built in the custom of the times, these houses had two-feet-thick stone walls, made from stone quarried from the mountainside.
Recreation: Lake Como offers all of the attractions available on the lake and in the mountains. Ancient stone paths - many built by the Romans - reach from the village into the woods on the mountainside, offering endless possibilities for hiking. Adults and older children can follow the old mulatiera (mule path) down to Rezzonico and the beach.
Lake Como and Surrounding Area: Lake Como is considered by many to be the most beautiful of all of the Italian lakes - Northern Italy at its best. This resplendent lake is surrounded by a ring of mountain peaks, some of which are snow-capped year round. You will also find the shoreline of the lake dotted with numerous picturesque towns and villages. Nearby there is Menaggio, a lovely place for walking around, shopping, or stopping at one of many cafes or "gelaterie." The famous lakeside resort of Bellaggio is just a ten minute ferry-ride across the lake from Menaggio.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Lake View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Swing-Set
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- Skiing 1.5 hours away
Rate Details (In Euros)
April 15- June 30............€1700/week.
July & August ...............€1900/week.
September - October 15 ..... €1700/week.
October 15- April 15........ €1400/week.
A One-Time Housecleaning Fee of €120.
Pets Allowed Upon Request for an Additional €50/week.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- - Lake Como, Italy Home Rental
- View of Lake Como from the house - Lake Como, Italy Home Rental
- Main living/dining area - Lake Como, Italy Home Rental
- Bedroom
- Vine-covered terrace overlooking lake
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #54115
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