Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Sat
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 0.3 km
Notes:
No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Dreamer's House (Villa Sognatore) is a true lakefront property located 10km north of Menaggio on the northwest shore of Lake Como. The house positions its guests right on the lake with private access to the water, which is the best place to acquaint oneself with the beauty and tranquility that make Lake Como so unforgettable. The setting is a botanical paradise as well since the property is surrounded by well-maintained, terracing gardens with mature specimen plants, palm trees and perennials.
The property includes 4 stone patios at different heights, and 2 large terraces off the bedrooms and living room facing the lake, all affording breathtaking views of the water and Alps. A new scenic walkway on the lake passes near the property, giving the guest access to restaurants and the lakeside village of San Vito. A separated guest house with the 3rd bedroom/WC is included. Famous villas, gardens, sites, restaurants, shopping, golf & more are a 10-15 min drive.
Clear visibility and snow-capped Alpine Peaks can be seen in the off season
Uninterrupted view 2.5km across lake to villages and mountains
Immerse yourself in the unique Lake Como ambience (house below frame)
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/23071
The Lombardy / Lake Como Area
Tourists have been coming to Lake Como for over 2000 years for its sheer natural beauty and elegance. Each guest is sent a detailed Useful Information document and Dining Guide after a deposit is made for a reservation.
After 8 years of home ownership on Lake Como, we recommend some our favourite things to do:
- New! The Greenway del Lago di Como is an 11-km long type of nature trail extending from Griante (just south of Menaggio) to Colonno. We have just walked half of it and are happy to say it is a very needed and well organized activity. The path is very well marked and winds along the lakeside, through neighborhoods, pass some famous sites with stupendous vistas of the lake and mountains. It is - to our knowledge - the longest continuous recreational area on Lake Como. Perfect for hikers, nature lovers and for those who wish to discover the lake area on foot.
- Take the batello/slow cruise boat from Menaggio for 2.5 hours all the way down to Como, and take the speed boat back to Menaggio. The most spectacular parts of Lake Como are the wonderful villas built over the centuries, perched on the lakeshore, covered in vegetation with wonderful gardens. The best views of the villa's are from the lake, whereas it is hard to glimpse anything from the small lakeside road.
- Take the car up to Breglia and hike up a further 500 meters up to Rifuggio Menaggio for panoramic views over the central lake.
- Visit the "famous" villas with their accompanying gardens: Villa Melzi in Bellagio, Villas Cipressi & Monastero in Varenna, Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo, Villa Balbianello near Lenno, Villa Olmo in Como, and many more.
- Rent a powerboat from Rent-A-Boat in Dongo by the hour, cruise down into the central lake area, stop the engine in the middle of the lake, and swim in refreshing blue water.
- Have lunch/dinner at the Lido di Lenno and swim from the sandy beach.
- Find a great little cafe in one of the little lakeside villages, order a great cappucino and sit there with your newspaper or magazine for hours!
- Workout at the excellent Palestra/Gym that belongs to the Villa Serbelloni Hotel in Bellagio
- Take a day trip/ski trip for 1 hr 40 min. by car through a beautiful mountain pass to St. Moritz and its surrounding lakes. The other major ski resort nearest the lake is Madesimo.
- Book a seaplane tour of Lake Como (or two other lakes) with the Como Seaplane club, the only seaplane airport in Europe.
- Shop in Como, Milan or Foxtown in Mendrisio, Switzerland (Up to 40% off luxury goods from prior years).
- Take a day trip to splendid Lugano, a mere 25 km from Menaggio.
Cremia / San Vito area
Cremia is approximately 10 km from Menaggio, which is one of the poshest resorts in the renowned Central Lake area, with ferry, boat, and bus connections to the entire area. One ferry stop from Menaggio are both Bellagio and Varenna, two jewels of the central lake area, and further on are Villa Carlotta, Lenno and Argegno and Como itself. North of Cremia and the central lake are the more rural tourist regions of the lake. Cremia/Menaggio are approximately 1 hr. 40 minutes from St. Moritz and 30 minutes from Lugano in Switzerland. Other Northern Italian cities of culture including Bergamo (2 hours), Verona (2.75 hours) and Venice (3.5 hours) can be managed as day trips. World class shopping for luxury goods can be done in Como (50 minutes) or Milan (1.5 hours).
How to get there
Car hire is strongly recommended. Milano Malpensa is 90km/1.5 hr. by car. Linate a little further. Bergamo airport (Ryan Air) is 2 hours from the house. Hertz & Avis at all of the airports. There is an Avis agency within walking distance of the main San Giovanni train station in Como.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Malpensa: 90 km
Railway:
Varenna: 15 km
Ferry:
Menaggio: 10 km
Activities near Cremia
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive
Great for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player, Sea view
General:
Central heating, TV, Safe, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Single beds (7), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 7
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Inside the house, the top floor consists of a large room combining the living and dining rooms and a large eat-in kitchen with island, plus a new full bath with mosaic tiles and modern Italian design. In the living room, the wall facing the lake is only windows, with double doors opening to a large terrace with sweeping panoramas. There is a satellite TV system with news/movies/sports in English or Italian, as well as terrestrial TV with mostly Italian channels. A multi-region DVD player (plays codes 1-6) has been added.
The middle floor is composed of master and guest bedrooms, both with two single beds that can be combined to form a double-size bed. Each room features large picture windows with lake & mountain views and terrace access. There is a third small room with a small bed and baby crib (the house actually sleeps 7 + 1 baby). The full bath includes shower, bidet/toilet, and double vanity. Both bedrooms open onto a large middle terrace, where stairs lead down to the lawn and lakefront. Here there is a detached "mini casa" guest house with two single beds and half bath.
The mini casa opens onto a large stone patio two meters (6 ft.) from the lake, featuring a new teak outdoor furniture set. There are private stairs leading from the stone ledge into the lake (child soft safety fence is optional).
The property is entered by an electronic gate that leads down into a covered car port with one space reserved for the house (additional parking available on street above). From there stairs lead down through gardens to a stone patio with table and benches suitable for barbecuing with a magnificent view of lake, mountains, surrounding specimen plants and rock garden (parts of garden are owned by neighbors).
The properties on the left and right of the house are vacation houses NOT rented by their owners. Therefore, the owner kindly requests that common courtesy is observed when these neighbors are present. In addition, this is a no pet and no smoking (inside) environment. Children are welcome, and the house is baby-equipped with high chair, crib, tub, and linens.
Further details outdoors: Do not be fooled by "waterfront" & "lakefront" descriptors on so many holiday rental adverts, which are not really directly on the lake front - The Dreamers' House is the genuine article. Lake Como ends in our front yard. There are 300sqm of mature gardens with palm and specimen trees and flowering shrubs, perennials and annuals. The neighbours gardens are immediately adjoining these gardens, so the effect is a botanical paradise. Outdoor furniture, including a set of teak chairs/table, sun chaise lounges, tables and stone picnic benches and chairs are located throughout the property. The property is entered through an electronic gate and from there park in the single space provided in the new carport. A buoy for boats has been added and can be rented for an additional 100 euros/week. The buoy is directly in front of the house in the lake, reachable by inflatable craft (provided).
Further details
50% of rental amount (euros or $) is due via bank transfer to confirm reservation and block calendar dates. The other 50% is due no later than 45 days prior to arrival. Full refund if cancellation is 45 or more days prior to arrival. No refund if within the 45 days. 350 euro security deposit required, and returned one week after departure.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
Convert to:
Prices for group size 7
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Snow-Capped Peaks
7 Nov 09
19 Dec 09
1105£1,005
125114
125114
2 Nights
02
Prices for group size 4
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Peak Season
23 Jul 09
5 Sep 09
2100£1,909
0-
0-
1 Week
Late Summer
5 Sep 09
10 Oct 09
1500£1,364
0-
0-
1 Week
Fall
10 Oct 09
7 Nov 09
990£900
190173
190173
2 Nights
Snow-Capped Peaks
7 Nov 09
19 Dec 09
790£718
125114
125114
2 Nights
Holidays
19 Dec 09
4 Jan 10
1000£909
160145
160145
4 Nights
Off Season
4 Jan 10
27 Mar 10
800£727
125114
125114
2 Nights
Easter
27 Mar 10
10 Apr 10
1000£909
155141
155141
4 Nights
In Bloom
10 Apr 10
8 May 10
1100£1,000
170155
170155
2 Nights
Pre-Peak
8 May 10
19 Jun 10
1300£1,182
0-
0-
1 Week
Peak Season
19 Jun 10
4 Sep 10
1700£1,545
0-
0-
1 Week
Late Summer
4 Sep 10
9 Oct 10
1200£1,091
0-
0-
1 Week
102
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Receive a 10% discount when booking one year in advance.
Rates include linen, utilities and starter kit. 350 Euro Refundable Security Deposit required.
Please add 80 Euros for final cleaning. Daily rentals available except 2 weeks around Xmas & Easter, and as noted above. There is a 2 night min. stay - for stays of 2 nights only please add 80 Euros for key pick-up & escort and orientation to house.
Optional: 100 Euro per week to rent boat buoy 25m in front of house. 14 Euro/hour for extra cleaning on request.
Guestbook for The Dreamers' House
'This house is gorgeous! We couldn't have asked for a better place to spend our week on Lake Como. We'll always remember the house's beautiful decor, views and comfort from the heat! We laid out in the sun, reading and then swam when it got too hot to handle. We toured the area from Como to Colico, visited an abbey, kayaked and drank by the lake from dawn til dusk. Heaven! We're off to Tuscany, but we will never forget the beautiful, magnificent & vibrant house on Lake Como' - Guests from San Jose, California.
'At the beginning we were planning to visit Lake Como and stay in a hotel, however, we changed our minds when we found the Dreamers' House on the internet. What a wonderful house! I would personally like to thank you for all your help via email & all the useful information. It has been wonderful, we now know why you call it Dreamers House, we could have dreamed all day. A fantastic chill out zone'- Guests from England.
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 23071
Name:
Corina Becker
Tel:
+43 676 4622065
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