A bright and spacious penthouse just outside Como city, with a large terrace and splendid views. An ideal location to observe the movement and enthusiasm of the city while maintaining your privacy!
ADDITIONAL INFO
The two rooms can accommodate up to 4 guests: a double bedroom with an extra single bed that also acts as a sofa, and a private bathroom. The second room is equipped with a comfortable single bed, and the second bathroom has a bathtub. The living area is rich in natural light thanks to the large windows and perfectly organized with a double sofa, a bookcase, and a 50-inch flat-screen TV. The large window door overlooks the outdoor terrace from which you can enjoy city views. The kitchen is perfectly stocked, with simple and linear blocks that focus on modern design for both finish and color – an ideal ally for delicious dinners, perhaps with a home chef!
EXTRAS
In this property, pets are not allowed.
Baby beds are available at an extra cost.
Extra cleaning and linen are available at an additional cost.
Transportation can be provided, please contact us!
ACCESSIBILITY
Located on the second floor without an elevator.
PARKING
There is one assigned parking space. Guests have reported that it is not suitable for a large car (the parking spot is big, but the road leading to it is narrow). It is also possible to park on the street around the building.
HIGHLIGHTS & HOME TRUTHS
>From the big terrace and the living room, there are splendid views of the mountains.
>Everything in the apartment is new and modern, spacious and bright.
>Kids will enjoy the nearby playground.
>There is a busy road and a church close by. Might get noisy.
>For the guests' convenience, we suggest arriving by car.
NEIGHBORHOOD
The property is in Lipomo, a small municipality 3 km away from Como city center. There are several supermarkets and restaurants in the area, and Como is easily reachable by car.
GETTING AROUND
This apartment is perfectly suited for guests traveling by car. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to central Como and less than an hour to Milan.
For those who do not drive, there is a bus service operated by ASF Autolinee going from Lipomo to Como and other municipalities. Various urban and extra-urban lines go through Lipomo. Tickets can be obtained from the driver (cash only) or in designated places (bar Della Pace, Giardino d'Oro, and Jungle bar in Lipomo). Taxis are also available, yet not very common in the area.
From the pier in central Como, a local ferry service will take you to Cernobbio, Torno, Bellagio, Varenna, Colico, and other lakeside towns. Please note – if traveling in high season, we advise you to be patient with long waiting lines at the ticket office. Tickets can also be bought online on the Navigazione Laghi website.
From Como San Giovanni station, there are regular trains departing to Milano Centrale and Switzerland (Lugano, Bellinzona, Locarno). From Como Nord Lago, there is a train connection to Milano Cadorna.
The nearest airports are Milano Malpensa, Milano Linate, and Orio Al Serio in Bergamo. It is possible to arrange a direct shuttle to and from the airport at an additional cost.
For more questions regarding transportation, please do not hesitate to contact us – we will be happy to help and ensure that you reach your preferred destination!
TIPS
>We advise you to take a day to visit the marvelous little towns around the lake. Como city is the urban center of the area, but the little towns are gems with glorious lakeside villas.
>To travel and walk around Lake Como, especially in the little towns, comfortable shoes are a must.
>There are many public drinking-water fountains in the area, and the water is safe to drink, unless stated otherwise. Tap water is also drinkable. You can carry your own refillable bottle!
>If you are looking for an easy hike in the area and want to enjoy mountain views anyway, Lake Como Greenway is an easy-to-follow trail that connects the lakeside towns from Colonno to Griante and doesn't require too much walking uphill. A bus will take you from Como to the starting point in Colonno.
>Look for traditional restaurants where you can try local foods such as Lake Como fish dishes.
>In Italy, many shops (especially the little ones) and services are closed in the middle of the day, so be careful to plan your shopping accordingly.
>Lake Como is one of the deepest lakes in Europe and the deepest in Italy. Swimming and diving are prohibited in many areas and can be dangerous. For those who wish to dwell in the water, however, there are some options. In Como city, there is an outdoor pool near Villa Olmo, but swimming in the lake is not recommended and is mostly forbidden. There are beaches in other lakeside towns. A nice little beach awaits you in Careno. Please note that it can be crowded on weekends. Locals and visitors also enjoy traveling to Nesso where the bravest swimmers can jump into the lake from the ancient Roman bridge near the waterfall.
Lido di Bellagio and pebbly San Giovanni beach will be waiting for those who wish to travel farther and explore the beautiful town of Bellagio which lies in the middle of the two Larian branches.
>Lake Como is located in a mountainous region. The surrounding pre-Alps might not seem very high, but the climate is nevertheless affected by the nearby mountains, and temperatures can change quickly. Be particularly attentive to the weather when hiking, and bring some warm and waterproof clothes with you!
EXPERIENCES
There are so many great things to do around Lake Como! We can suggest and help you to arrange the following:
>Private boat rides
>Kayaks/SUPs in the lake
>Flights in a seaplane above the lake
>Yoga and meditation classes
>Wine tastings
>Cooking classes
>Hiking and foraging
>Mountain-bike tours
>Trekking in the mountains
>Guided tours to Milan
For more information, please contact us, and we will be thrilled to advise specific experiences that would suit your taste!
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
According to Italian laws, every guest's personal ID will be requested before check-in. In order to speed up the check-in process, we kindly ask all guests to fill out the online check-in form which is sent via e-mail along with the booking confirmation.
