Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Sat
Access:
Car essential Lift access to property
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Not suitable for children under 5 No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Villa Isella is a magnificently restored 18th century property which boasts a fantastic central location and nestles on a quiet & charming sunny hill side, in the mountains above the small and bustling beautiful town of Menaggio, on Lake Como. From the gardens you overlook the nature reserve of Lake Piano with stunning views of the surrounding majestic mountains and Lake Lugano, which is situated on the Swiss border.
We are proud to offer you our beautiful & spacious two bedroom apartment, split over two floors, sleeping six with a full size sofa bed. Located on the side of the property which is set in tranquil parkland grounds, including a swimming pool, it’s own chapel & your private parking space
In the mountains above Menaggio, (approx 7km), great during the summer but also wonderful as a winter retreat, with sking nearby in the popular resorts of Madesimo 1.5 hours away & St Moritz approx 2 hours.
Villa Isella
Swimming Pool , Tranquil Garden & BBQ Area
Bright & spacious living room
Spacious Double Bedroom (king size bed)
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The Lombardy / Lake Como Area
We know you will be inspired by the beauty and diversity of Italy's Lake District and the Alps that surround Villa Isella which has an incredible central location from which to enjoy the best that the area has to offer. Situated between Lake Como & Lake Lugano Villa Isella is the ideal location to explore both Italian & Swiss lakes.
You can walk a few minutes to Lago di Piano which is a popular conservation area & nature reserve or to the village of Carlazzo to one of the local bars or restaurants.
Menaggio & Porlezza are only a few minutes drive away and both offer wonderful views of the area. Menaggio is the main provincial village on the western side of the lake and its promenade is lined with palms and an abundance of flowers during Summer months.
Piazza Garibaldi is Menaggio's main square which is lined with boutiques, cafe bars, ice cream parlours and is where the locals relax and enjoy the fine Italian food.
From Menaggio you can visit many of the palatial villas open to the public, set in fantastic gardens. An excellent way to view the villas is by boat which will transport you around Lake Como, also enabling you to visit the many villages and towns including infamous Varenna, Bellagio, and the town of Como at the South of the lake, which should not be missed for it’s beauty, café culture and shopping.
Everything you need is here in Menaggio from banks, supermarkets to the main passenger & car ferry stop which allows you to access and enjoy everything the lake has to offer.
People choose Menaggio for it's undeniable beauty and temperate climate, spring begins in April and the warmest months are July & August ( 30C). Temperatures are warm from April to late October and sunshine continues through November although the days are shorter during the winter period.
The cosmopolitan Swiss town of Lugano is only 20 minutes drive and offers an array of shops, bars restaurants a casino and an abundance of tourist attractions. Lugano is where Swiss civilisation meets Italian and offers palm trees, picturesque boulevards, stunning views of the lake and the Alps, and plenty of opportunity for outdoor and indoor activities.
Menaggio / Lago Di Piano area
Things to do
Menaggio’s tourist office is situated in the main square, Piazza Garibaldi, and offers a great deal of information detailing what’s on in the lakes, sightseeing, history and sporting activities. For further information visit www.discovermenaggio.com
Menaggio has its own boat terminals for various trips around the lake which is ideal for travel to many of the other lakeside towns and places of interest. Buses run regularly to Lugano, Como & St Moritz from Piazza Garibaldi on the main waterfront if you wish to travel further afield.
During the summer the area boasts fantastic opportunities for many activities including mountain biking, cycling, horse riding , walking, fishing, tennis and many water sports including kite surfing & speedboat hire. And for golf lovers the historic Mennagio & Cadenabbia Golf Club www.menaggio.it less than 5km away.
Lake Piano - just 5 minutes from Villa Isella is a delightful small lake in a wetland nature reserve, surrounded by tree-clad slopes with views of distant mountain peaks. There is an abundance of wildlife ranging from deer, foxes, badgers plus an array of wildbirds. The vistors centre provides guided tours around the reserves nature trails 4k & 5.3 K long plus mountain bikes and boats can be hired for a small fee. Horseback riding tours are also available for those who wish.
Lake Piano provides opportunities for fishing, swimming, walking, birdwatching, boat hire, horseback riding & paddling your own canoe! On the lake shores there is a recommended bar / restaurant where you can relax inside or outside in fantastic scenery and watch the world go by.
Porlezza - just 5-10 minutes from Villa Isella is situated at the end of Lake Lugano and is an up and coming holiday/spa area which should not be missed as it offers many lakeside activities. On Saturdays a wonderful street market lines the shore of Lake Lugano selling a range of silks, linens, local produce and clothes. For further information visit www.discoverporlezza.com
Lugano hosts two musical events in the summertime: the Jazz Festival in June and the Blues to Bop Festival in July and August. The first weekend in October Lugano bids farewell to summer at its annual Autumn Festival. Local merchants line the streets with their market stalls selling local produce, beer, clothing and gifts plus artists & street musicians perform throughout the city.
Most popular for sightseeing are the two funiculars, Monte Brè to the northeast and San Salvatore to the south both give spectacular views over to the snow-capped Alps. For more information on what to see & do visit www.lugano-tourism.ch/en/36/what_to_do.aspx
Winter in the Lakes
Clear blue skies and snow capped mountains make for exceptional scenery. Many of the activities are suitable in the winter months too, as long you are wrapped up. Walking/Skating on Lake Piano is a popular festive activity for both locals and visitors to the area. The area is also very convenient for skiing in either Italy or Switzerland. We are happy to offer the apartment over Christmas and New Year periods if you wish to escape and find tranquillity in winter wonderland surroundings.
How to get there
Many low cost airlines fly directly to Milan’s airports (Malpensa, Linate, Bergamo), where you will easily pick up a rental car.
Either by Autostrada or A class roads, you will reach Lake Como in less than an hour and then travel along the amazing lake side road through the charming and traditional villages passing many of the grand aristocratic villas that the area is famous for. Flights are also available from London City airport to Lugano airport.
You could drive from home in England , taking approximately one and a half days, stopping over in France or Switzerland on the way, before crossing the most beautiful mountain range in the world.
Or alternatively take a leisurely train journey - Eurostar to Paris sleeping overnight arriving in Milan the following day. From Milan you can easily get connection by train or bus to Malpensa airport where you can hire a car for the duration of your stay in Italy. For train journey details visit http://www.seat61.com/Italy.htm
Activities near Menaggio
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
Utilities:
Cooker, Fridge, Freezer
Rooms:
Bedrooms (2), Bathrooms (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden, BBQ
Access:
Lift access to property, Secure parking
Further details indoors: Set in the historic villa, which can be traced back to the 1600‘s, tastefully modernised to include such luxuries as a swimming pool, and a lift to reach the apartment if required. Our newly and comfortably furnished accommodation, situated on the side of the villa, offers high ceilings, traditional Italian terracotta flooring and plenty of natural light, helped by a balcony looking towards Switzerland. Upstairs the log beamed ceilings add character and a natural warmth to the spacious bedrooms and the bathroom. Full central heating and double glazing are ideal for cosy winter evenings.
Choose to relax on the large sofa or in one of the sumptuous leather armchairs after your day exploring the lakes and mountains, whilst enjoying a glass of fine local wine. We have provided books of local interest, with maps and guides to ensure you get to experience the best the Lombardy region has to offer. Alternatively you can settle down in front of the LCD TV & DVD player to enjoy your favourite music (mp3 USB port/CD/tape), or to watch one of a small selection of movies we have provided.
Shuttered Venetian doors access the balcony, offering a view of the Lake Lugano valley. With a south-westerly aspect you will enjoy the sun from mid afternoon through to the evening, an excellent opportunity to unwind.
Visit some of the fantastic shops and pick up some of the finest, fresh ingredients, the new fully fitted modern kitchen will offer you every thing needed to prepare and enjoy the local produce.
Upstairs there are two bedrooms, a double and a twin. Both tastefully furnished and appointed, oozing character and charm with terracotta flooring and exposed log beamed ceilings
The luxurious and spacious tiled bathroom, includes a shower/bath, toilet, bidet and wash basin.
Further details outdoors: Swimming pool & Grounds
Take a cooling dip in the pool which sits in the tranquil gardens and offers stunning panoramic views of the mountains. Relax in the established gardens where you will find, sculptures, stone dining furniture and a traditional Italian barbeque oven for your use - BBQ equipment is provided
Further details
Costs are for the full apartment, sleeping up to six. All bed linen, towels (for use in the apartment only, please provide your own towels for use by the pool), hair dryer, iron & board are provided. Swimming pool is open May to September - please enquire.
Please add £50 to rental rates for final cleaning for up to 1 weeks stay & £70 for 2 weeks stay. All utility usage such as water, electricity & gas, are included in the rental price. A further £100 as a security deposit is required which will be refunded subject to inspection of the apartment.
Midweek changeover will be considered, especially in low season.
Conditions
English/Italian speaking representative will meet and greet customers with keys and provide information on the local area. Pets. We regret the owners do not allow pets. Smoking. We respectfully request that people do not smoke inside the apartment.
Arrivals and Departures. Arrival times are usually after 5:00 pm on day of arrival, however flexibility does exist. Departure times are before 10:00 am on morning of departure. Change over usually Saturday, however flexibility again does exist.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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September
1 Sep 08
1 Oct 08
625£ 625
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Oct - 19th Dec
1 Oct 08
20 Dec 08
450£ 450
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Christmas week
20 Dec 08
27 Dec 08
500£ 500
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Flexible
New Year week
27 Dec 08
4 Jan 09
500£ 500
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January - March
4 Jan 09
1 Apr 09
450£ 450
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April - May
1 Apr 09
1 Jun 09
575£ 575
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June
1 Jun 09
1 Jul 09
625£ 625
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July - August
1 Jul 09
1 Sep 09
700£ 700
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Please add a further £50 for the final clean charge for up to 1 weeks stay and £70 for 2 weeks stay. Shorter and longer term rentals are considered - please enquire, confirmation and rates available on request.
Guestbook
J Barber - June 2008
The drive up to the Villa for the first time is something that we'll remember for a long time. The stunning views, winding roads and brilliant sunshine was something out of a film. Once we got to the Villa we weren't disappointed either. The grounds and pool are well kept and very quaint and the neighbours are very friendly.
Walking into the Villa only extended our excitement. Everything was well presented, tasteful and comfortable. We decided to eat in a few nights and found everything we needed (including pasta and tomatoes provided by owner- thank you!). We're usually against returing to the same place for a holiday but we'll definitely be making a return visit to Villa Isella, in fact I'm already trying to book the flights as we speak!
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