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Off-grid floating unit with low environmental impact.
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8.0 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 645.8 sq ft
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Explore the area

PORTO CERESIO (Varese), PORTO CERESIO
- Lake Lugano10 min walk
- Monte San Salvatore
- FoxTown Factory Stores16 min drive
- Milan (MXP-Malpensa Intl.)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Futon
Living Room 1
2 Double Sofa Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Off-grid floating unit with low environmental impact.
"In the stillness of the night
Botel and I float
in the moonlight.
And nothing interrupts this peace
between man and nature.
Thank you for showing us
how we might live
in an advanced future
with low environmental impact."
Arianna Dagnino (on tour for 'The Istanbul Quintet')
Botel is a floating unit that in some cases requires 'nautical footing'. You will experience immersion in nature and the magical lake atmosphere in a real pieds dans l'eau experience.
Your stay will be dictated by the timing of nature using only natural resources.
You will have a spacious living room with two sofa beds and glass windows in direct contact with the water.
A bedroom furnished with tatami+fouton to enhance the floating effect, a break corner, a bathroom with shower overlooking the lake.
There is a UV air sanitiser (Covid protocol).
Small pets are allowed on board.
Botel and I float
in the moonlight.
And nothing interrupts this peace
between man and nature.
Thank you for showing us
how we might live
in an advanced future
with low environmental impact."
Arianna Dagnino (on tour for 'The Istanbul Quintet')
Botel is a floating unit that in some cases requires 'nautical footing'. You will experience immersion in nature and the magical lake atmosphere in a real pieds dans l'eau experience.
Your stay will be dictated by the timing of nature using only natural resources.
You will have a spacious living room with two sofa beds and glass windows in direct contact with the water.
A bedroom furnished with tatami+fouton to enhance the floating effect, a break corner, a bathroom with shower overlooking the lake.
There is a UV air sanitiser (Covid protocol).
Small pets are allowed on board.
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Amenities
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Mountain view
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
La struttura ha protezioni di tipo nautico.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses wind and solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number IT012113B47HDTH4QV, 012113-FOR-00001
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
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 the information in the booking confirmation
About the area
Porto Ceresio
Located in Porto Ceresio, this houseboat is on the beach. Como-Brunate Funicular and Alprose Chocolate Factory are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit FoxTown Factory Stores and Mercato. Sacro Monte Funicular and Swissminiatur are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

PORTO CERESIO (Varese), PORTO CERESIO
What's nearby
- Lake Lugano - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- FoxTown Factory Stores - 16 min drive - 14.9 km
- Swissminiatur - 19 min drive - 19.7 km
- Via Nassa - 26 min drive - 28.0 km
- Palazzo dei Congressi - 27 min drive - 28.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Osteria Degli Amici - 28 min drive
- Caffé Vecchio Teatro - 25 min drive
- Ristorante Al Battello - 26 min drive
- La Sorgente - 26 min drive
- Molino del Torchio - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Gaetano - Botel Diffuso dei Laghi

Languages:
English, French, Italian
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