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1 bedroomSleeps 4645.8 sq ft

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Washer

Kitchen

Dryer

Check-in time

5:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Varenna

Villa Monastero3 min walk
Castello di Vezio16 min walk
Bellagio Port25 min drive
Milan (MXP-Malpensa Intl.)99 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Marelina has a very comfortable apartment centrally located. She goes out of her way to make sure you enjoy your stay an...

Ron F.

Aug 27, 2023

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

MADDALENA HOUSE CENTER VARENNA HISTORIC CENTER 2-4 PEOPLE

MADDALENA HOUSE VARENNA HISTORIC CENTER 2-4 PEOPLE in a quite central position 30 meters from the lake,in the S.Giorgio Square, close the old Church San Giorgio and with internet access, wireless connection,The historic square,beach,bars ,ferry dock, restaurants pizzerias, Villa Monastero and Cipressi where international conferences are held.It it is only 50 meters from the beach and 150 meters from the ferries and the train station so people don't need to rent any car.If you click on my own website you can see all the photos and maps of the house. The stair in Marilena house is provided with a disable/elderly persons chair lift from the main entrance to second floor.2 televisions satellit in Marilena house, one in the bedroom and another one in the living room and a comfortable sofa for 2 people

Property manager

marilena anghileri

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

Property Registration Number 097084-CNI-00004

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Varenna

Located in Varenna, this apartment is in the city center and on the waterfront. Civic Museum of Ornithology and Natural Sciences and Villa Monastero are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Enoteca Principessa and Villa Melzi Gardens. Traveling with kids? Consider Mercato Rionale, or check out an event or a game at Stadio Rigamonti-Ceppi. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and mountain climbing.

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Varenna

What's nearby

Royal Victoria - 2 min walk
Villa Monastero - 3 min walk
Castello di Vezio - 16 min walk
Bellagio Port - 25 min drive
Villa Serbelloni - 26 min drive

Getting around

Varenna-Esino Station - 10 min walk
Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bar Il Molo - ‬1 min walk
‪Bar La Cambusa - ‬6 min walk
‪La Passerella - ‬2 min walk
‪Caffe Varenna - ‬1 min walk
‪L'Orso Bar Hostaria - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is MADDALENA HOUSE CENTER VARENNA HISTORIC CENTER 2-4 PEOPLE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at MADDALENA HOUSE CENTER VARENNA HISTORIC CENTER 2-4 PEOPLE?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MADDALENA HOUSE CENTER VARENNA HISTORIC CENTER 2-4 PEOPLE?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is MADDALENA HOUSE CENTER VARENNA HISTORIC CENTER 2-4 PEOPLE located?

This family-friendly Varenna apartment building is located on the waterfront, steps from San Giovanni Battista Church, Royal Victoria, and Branch of Lecco. Villa Monastero and Civic Museum of Ornithology and Natural Sciences are also within 5 minutes. Varenna-Esino Station is 10 minutes by foot and Fiumelatte Station is 20 minutes.

Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Jul 10, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Must stay location

Not only is the location amazing and right in the center, but the host is perfect. She picked us up from the train and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was good. The best part is the view from the bedroom window. I would stay here every time I visit Varenna.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron F., Bend, Oregon

Aug 27, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Varenna

Marelina has a very comfortable apartment centrally located. She goes out of her way to make sure you enjoy your stay and have everything one needs. We loved our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jan k.

Oct 12, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic, marilena was very helpful and always available to answer questions and help out

Nothing but a very positive experience

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniela E.

Jul 27, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maddalena house

Marilena is a kind host and goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome. Thank you for a great stay

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alina B.

Oct 14, 2018

Property in good location. After all day on your feet you come and relax.

Property was good ,everything we need good bed shower .Marilena is very friendly host.She met us at the train station and then took us back.We enjoy our stay in Varrena

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gary and Karen C.

Sep 10, 2017

Perfect for us!

We really enjoyed our stay. Marlina is very organized and helpful. She picked us up from the train station. Gave us an over view of town and told us where the good restuarants were and the grocery stores. Her place is located right in town. She had everything we needed for a great stay. I recommend the pizza place next door. We loved the walk along the lake. We took the ferry around to the other towns one day. The ferries are numerous and easy to access.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tess B.

Aug 5, 2017

Wonderful property and gracious hostess

Marilena met us as the train station and gave us a quick orientation to the town, which was helpful. She showed us around the apartment and helped us learn how to care for it properly. She is a lively and fun person. The property was clean and well-organized. I loved the little balcony, we spent a great deal of time there. We loved Varenna- many great places to eat and things to see in the area. The only negative for me was how noisy it was at night, which of course is not Marilena's fault. We needed to keep the windows open because it was warm and the noisy people in the bar in the piazza kept me awake until 1 am. Of course this is not a factor if you're a late night person and it's a plus if you like a little night life!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Nov 15, 2016

Great Apartment

We have stayed at Maddalena House twice now, so we obviously love it there. Marilena is a fabulous hostess, and the apartment has absolutely everything you could possibly need. Is is situated on the lovely San Giorgio Square, where you can literally hang out the window to watch the passersby. Great dining right nextdoor, just steps away. 3 beautiful churches on the little square, one of which dates back to the 11th Century! Varenna is a beautiful little village, and Maddalena House the perfect apartment where you will feel like a local!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elena i.

Jul 13, 2016

Three wonderful days in Varenna, Casa Maddalena

The Casa Maddalena was a wonderful place for my 3 nights stay in Varenna. Perfect location right on the central piazza San Giorgio, with beautiful views and close to everything. Extremely clean, cozy and fully equipped. Marilena was a great host: caring, helpful, responsive, attentive to even small details and also very warm and hospitable. I would definitely rent this apartment again and/or recommend it to my friends.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Feb 7, 2016

Live Like a Local!

My husband and I spent two delightful weeks in October in this very comfortable home away from home. Renting an apartment, instead of staying in a hotel, provides a totally different experience because you really feel like you're living in the location, rather than visiting. Marilena was the consummate hostess - from the time she picked us up at the train station, to the time she drove us back to the station (very early in the morning) - her focus was on making us comfortable and doing everything in her power to insure that our stay was enjoyable. As other reviewers have stated, the apartment is lovely, fitted with everything you could possibly want or need to function, and the location couldn't be more perfect - right on San Giorgio Square, where the church bells were a wonderful wakeup call each morning. I cannot imagine a more perfect way to spend time in Varenna, a lovely village on Lake Como with gorgeous views of the mountains. Go to Casa Maddalena - you will create sooo many unforgettable memories there!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Giovanna and David P.

Oct 22, 2014

A perfect place!!!!

Thank you Marilena for sharing your wonderful apartment and very helpful thoughts on the area with us. Your apartment was all that we could ask for..perfect location, fully equipped, beautiful views , and so comfortable to relax in after the days adventures. Being so centrally located on the old piazza was a treat and we so loved all the local shops and bars. Your many kindnesses will be long remembered and we will see you again next year. Best, David and Giovanna, Vermont , USA

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maureen H.

Jul 8, 2014

Well appointed apartment in beautiful location

Our family of 4 spent a wonderful week at Casa Maddalena! The apartment is perfectly situated on a town square surrounded by restaurants and close to the water. Easy access to the ferry made the entire lake accessible! The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen was fantastic, and the wifi and washing machine were great to have access to. Marilena is a fantastic hostess who treated us like family!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sep 24, 2013

Maddalena House

We recently spent two weeks in Marilena Anghileri’s Maddalena House in central Varenna. The one-bedroom apartment was located on Varenna’s main piazza, with a picture-perfect view of the piazza and the town’s church. The apartment was clean, comfortably well appointed, authentically decorated, and had a modern, updated kitchen and bath. Ten minutes walk to the train station. Less than ten minutes walk to the ferry. One minute walk down to the waterfront. Several dining options right out the door on the piazza and off. Varenna’s two small food shops (macelleria and frutta e verdura) and town pharmacy are also located on the piazza. And for the two weeks we were living there, the main piazza had several local events that had us right in the middle of things. Varenna is centrally located on Lake Como, a ferry ride away from Bellagio, Menaggio, and the other lake towns. Trains runs north-south on the east side of the lake through Varenna. Milano is just over an hour away by train; St. Moritz via the Bernina Express is a long day trip, but worth the effort for the adventure. We chose not to rent a car and never felt we needed one. For “groceries,” take the five-minute train ride north to Bellano. Varenna makes a great base for exploring this part of Italy. After two weeks of almost daily excursions, we feel like there is more to do. We will happily return. We really enjoyed our stay and wholeheartedly recommend this apartment to those looking for an authentic Italian experience in the lovely small town of Varenna.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Oct 24, 2010

Wonderful stay!

We had a lovely stay at Marilena House. The apartment was beautiful, very comfortable and conveniently located right off the piazza. Marilena was very helpful and friendly. Varenna is a great town to stay in on Lago di Como. Thanks very much. We hope to return again on our next trip to Italy in a few years.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jul 23, 2010

What an unforgettable experience!

Our family had the pleasure of staying at Casa Marilena in April 2010 and we continue talking about our trip and Marilena's impeccable hospitality and wonderful accommodations. The owner, Marilena, not only is clean, organized and has provided her guests with all the necessities, she genuinely cares about her business and makes every possible effort to accommodate and help her guests. We were right in the center of this laid back tiny town and were able to go around by ferry boat all around the lake. Although we had a car, we ended up leaving it more often in the parking lot and traveling by boat, as it was easier and more fun for our children. We loved every moment of our stay, and we'll definitely go back to Casa Marilena again and again, after all our daughters would love to see the co-owner, Tartufina the cat, yet again. :)

10/10 Excellent

Oct 4, 2020

"We enjoyed relaxing at t...

"We enjoyed relaxing at this apartment in the square.As we didn't have a car it was excellent having trains and ferries transportations quite close,so we could save a lot of money.Marilena is a perfect host and we would higly recommend renting from her,we wouldn't have received the privacy and home-like quality from one hotel."

10/10 Excellent

Oct 1, 2020

"La maison de Marilena es...

"La maison de Marilena est à recommander à toutes personnes souhaitant séjourner au bord du lac de Côme. Située en plein coeur du village de Varenna, tout est à portée de la main et le site est d'une grande beauté. Et vous apprécierez sans aucun doute la gentillesse et la disponibilité de Marilena. En deux mots : Allez-y !"

10/10 Excellent

Oct 1, 2020

"Very comfortable accomod...

"Very comfortable accomodation in a central position,Marilena was very helpfull in arranging our work-holidays.We have many very happy memories of our holidays with you in the mountains,thanks again for looking after us so well."

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Nov 6, 2018

Great Stay in Varenna

We stayed at Marilena’s apartment for a week in early October this year. We arrived by train to Varenna and were met by Marilena at the train. She took us shopping and explained Varenna and its nearby environs to us. This was very helpful. The accommodation is quite spacious with a good-sized kitchen which looks wonderfully out to a balcony and the buildings in the street. this gives a unique experience , The kitchen is well stocked with pots and pans and we cooled several evening meals and enjoyed them looking out from the kitchen. There is a large jiving room which we didn’t use much, the bedroom is a good size This bathroom is functional and good. The apartment has very good ventilation Overall we would not have stayed anywhere else in Varenna. It was a great experience and a very authentic stay in Varenna.

8/10 Good

john m.

Oct 20, 2018

Perfecto Varenna

We stayed for 6 nights. Maralina made us very welcome, gave us a short tour of Varenna and provided suggestions about where to eat and where to buy. The apartment was compact and well supplied. Although it had no lake view it was well located and central. It was clean and well presented and had an authentic Varenna feel..It was comfortable but the bed was a bit on the hard side. Thanks Marilena for a wonderful stay., We highly recommend both the apartment and the town.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Sep 23, 2018

You won't want to leave!

Maddalena house is ideally situated in the village of Varenna. Our host, Marilena was exceptionally accommodating. she greeted us at the train station and brought us back when we left. Marilena was most welcoming and made sure we were acquainted with our surroundings. She gave excellent recommendations on dining and shopping. Our apartment was clean and comfortable, we were for want of nothing! My advice would be to pack light as there is a washing machine and a convenient clothesline right in the apartment. Varenna and Lake Como are beautiful; a vacation of a lifetime! The only negative is you won't want to leave.

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Sep 19, 2018

Great location - everything we needed was supplied

Staying at Casa Madelenna was a great first stop on our 3-week trip in Italy and Switzerland. The apartment is wonderfully comfortable and in a great location both in Varenna itself and on Lake Como. A quick boat ride took us to any of th other towns onthe lake. We couldn't have done any better. We really appreciated the thoughtfulness in supplying anything we could need to live in Varenna for a few days - basic cooking supplies, laundry soap, information about the area. If we needed anything Marilena was quick to respond as a warm knowledgable host. (She even picked us up and dropped us off at the train station!). One tip - for food shopping beyond the essentials, take a quick trip to Mennagio. There are only two very small shops in Varenna. We highly recommend to anyone looking to stay on Lake Como to stay here! Judy&John, USA

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne L.

Sep 8, 2018

Perfect! Authentic! Wonderful Hostess!

A wonderful experience. Our accomodations were everything we expected and more. The apartment was perfectly stocked, exceptionally clean, and in a location that was unbeatable. Our hostess was in instant contact, met us at the train station on arrival, and gave us tips that only a caring, local could give....from where to buy fresh fish, where to (and not to!) eat, and so much more. She even unexpectedly delivered fresh herbs to our door to cook our fish per her local recipe! We had to argue with her not to drive us to the train station at 5 am for our departure when we knew we could walk safely and easily! My husband and I spent many hours just watching local life from the big, open windows of the apartment onto the town square below. If it wasn't such a big, beautiful world, we would be back to this apartment as soon as possible! A wonderful life memory!

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

Aug 26, 2018

The place to stay on Como

Varenna was great, a small pretty old fishing village with some great restaurants and easy access with train and ferrys. A great base to see the region. Marilena‘s home was a great place to experience Varenna and Como. Located on the main square you can see everything going on, several restaurants within a minutes walk and just a few minutes walk to the ferry. The apartment has everything you need, full kitchen with all crockery, utensils, pots and pans with a small balcony that we enjoyed aperitifs on and ate on a few times (the great restaurants meant we only cooked twice in the week we were there. Marilena Was very friendly and helpful, transporting us from and to the train station and offering to drive us to the supermarket. She lives close by so is great for help and advice. We’d definitely stay her again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dorina V.

May 4, 2018

Perfect staying

Il soggiorno è stato veramente piacevole. La casa è tenuta bene, estremamente pulita e nel cuore della piazza principale. Non risulta rumorosa ed è completamente funzionale. Marilena è stata disponibilissima.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018