Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Nearest amenities: 0.1 km
Notes:
No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This charming village house is very well equipped and sleeps 4 people comfortably. On entering the property you arrive in the large bright kitchen/living room, with stunning views from the balconies and a cosy log fire for the cooler months.
Upstairs from the living area, is a pretty roof terrace with table and chairs, perfect for enjoying a glass of wine and the stunning views.
A beautiful cast iron spiral stairs leads you downstairs to the luxurious bathroom and two bedrooms. The large master bedroom has ample storage, while the slightly smaller bedroom is very comfortable.
View of Olgiasca with Monastery in foreground
View from the balcony
The comfortable living room with log fire
The bright kitchen/living room
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The Lombardy / Lake Como Area
The climate of the Lake Como area is influenced by the vast lake and the surrounding mountains, summer temperatures are not excessive and winter temperatures are rarely below 0 degrees Celcius.
Olgiasca lies on the most southern of three prominent rocky outcrops in the upper part of Lake Como.
In Olgiasca you will find some important religious buildings such as the beautiful church, as well as the important villa Malpensata, dating back to the 8th Century. A famous abbey, the Abbazia di Piona, dates back to the 11th century and is one of the most popular tourist attractions on the lake. The abbey was founded by Cluniac monks in the middle ages to defend the area and the boats, which at the time were under threat from bandits and pirates. In the 14th Century it was secularised and deteriorated over the years until it was finally closed in the 17th Century. Fortunately, at the start of the 20th Century it was restored and is owned by the Cistercian monks of Casamari, who produce some wonderful liquers, most notably the famous "Gocce Imperiali".
Olgiasca area
Ideally situated in the centre of the charming village of Olgiasca. Olgiasca is situated on a charming peninsula on Lake Como, with a grocery store and 3 restaurants. Below the church, you will find a small footpath leading to a fine white pebble beach with crystal clear water, frequented by fishermen, locals and tourists alike.
This area of Lake Como is well equipped for activity holidays, with water sports, beaches and mountain climing within easy reach. There are many panoramic mountain paths dotted with some mountain shelters, ready to be explored all year round. In nearby Colico, 4km away, there is a tennis centre and in the direction of Valtellina there is horse riding for all ages. From Colico you can catch a ferry to visit any number of beautiful towns on the lake or hire a boat to explore independently.
Located within easy reach of ski slopes, nature trails, hand-gliding, mountain biking, rock-climbing and watersports, Olgiasca is a fantastic year round destination.
Shoppers will find plenty to amuse them with a large shopping mall in Colico called Fuentes, open until 10pm, designer shops in other lake side towns such as Bellagio, or hop on the train from Colico and an hour later you can shop till you drop in the centre of Milan.
How to get there
The best airports to access the beautiful lake Como area are the airports of Milan which include Linate, Malpensa , Bergamo and Orio al Serio.
To reach Lake Como you can take the train from Milan Central station, which takes approximately one hour. To reach the east side of the lake, which is approximately 60km from Milan, take the SS36 (Superstrada Nuova Valsassina) from Monza, driving always straight on from Viale Zara – Viale Fulvio Testi, and in less than an hour you are at Lecco. The SS36, then leads you to Sondrio, with different exits for the main villages on the east coast.
UK Flights: Ryanair has flights to Milan from London, Liverpool, Nottingham, Manchester, Newcastle,Bristol and Glasgow. Easyjet has flights from Bristol and Edinburgh. Flybe has flights from Birmingham and Manchester and Jet2.com has flights from Leeds
Ireland Flights: Ryanair flies from Dublin and Shannon and Aer Lingus has flights from Dublin.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Milan: 100 km
Railway:
Colico: 10 km
Activities near Olgiasca
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Double beds (2), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace
Further details outdoors: Parking is available just beside the house.
Further details
A 30% booking deposit is required to secure your booking. Payment by credit card is possible.
Conditions
While we are more than happy to have children staying, please note there is a spiral staircase.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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May and June
2 Apr 08
1 Jul 08
525£477
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July and August
1 Jul 08
1 Sep 08
625£568
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September and October
1 Sep 08
1 Nov 08
525£477
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November to March
1 Nov 08
1 Apr 09
350£318
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April
1 Apr 09
1 May 09
400£364
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May and June
1 May 09
1 Jul 09
525£477
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July and August
1 Jul 09
1 Sep 09
625£568
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September and October
1 Sep 09
1 Nov 09
525£477
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November to March
1 Nov 09
28 Mar 10
350£318
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April
28 Mar 10
1 May 10
400£364
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Bed linen, towels, cleaning and a welcome pack are included in the rental price.
A deposit of 30% is required to secure your booking, which is non-refundable, with the balance payable on arrival.You are advised to take a travel insurance policy, which includes a cancellation clause.
Payment by credit card is possible.
Changeover day is flexible.
A supplement of €100 euros/week is required from October to May to cover heating charges.
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 50899
Name:
Dearbhla O'Riordan
Tel:
+33 (0)467 099190
Mobile:
+33 (0)612 437733
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