Stresa holiday apartment rental with walking, beach/lake nearby, balcony/terrace, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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Castello (apartment)

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Castello is less than 5 minutes walk from the elegant town of Stresa, one of the most famous Italian lakeside towns with its central square and cobbled streets filled with traditional restaurants, cafes and shops. You can enjoy the magic and beauty of the lake by boat or from the many beaches along the shore. Spend your time meandering along the charming promenade or have an adventure and explore the many walks and other activities in the surrounding mountains.

The space and modern facilities offered at Castello make it a perfect place for couples and families alike. It has a large lounge and dining area leading out onto a terrace for al fresco dining. In a tranquil and peaceful setting you can marvel at the sights and sounds of this magnificent lake. Combining the luxury you will find at Castello with the tradition of the town and the variety of activities in the area you will leave having been touched by the magic of the place.

Living & dining room	Balcony view 1
Kitchen	Bedroom 1

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The North West Italy / Piedmont/Lake Maggiore region

In the North West of Piedmont a short distance from the border of Switzerland Lake Maggiore is the second largest lake in Italy, after Lake Garda. It is a place where Mediterranean nature and a mild climate blend with spectacular alpine scenery.
The area is rich in beautiful buildings, colourful lush gardens and is enhanced by the delightful Borromean Islands with their equally impressive Italian architecture and gardens. Well known towns of international fame line the shores on both sides of the Lake and can be easily reached by ferry boats that make regular trips throughout the day all year round.
The Cities of Milan and Turin are short day trips from the Lake and excursions can also be taken to nearby Lake Orta and the home of the Matterhorn mountain in Zermatt, Switzerland.
There are many activities that take place around the Lake including water skiing, sailing, canoeing and swimming.
Lake Maggiore is a magical place that combines modern facilities with the classical charm of a bygone era making it one of Northern Italy’s finest holiday destinations.

Stresa area

Stresa is one of the best known resorts on Lake Maggiore and is noted for its majestic architecture, its beauty and its cosmopolitan atmosphere. It offers warm & friendly Italian hospitality with its lakeside promenade and old town square with colourful cafes and shops. It is an elegant and charming town with its narrow cobbled streets full of hidden treasures.
Stresa lies at the foot of the Mottarone mountain which can be reached by cable car from one end of the town. The top of the mountain offers spectacular views including the highest peak in Italy, Monte Rosa , as well as the surrounding area.
One of the most enchanting aspects however lies on the lake itself on the Borromean islands, each with their own individual character and history. Isola Madre and Bella house exquisite gardens and palaces. Pescatori is a local fishing village still in operation. On land there are many other gardens to visit both in Stresa at Villa Pallavicino and Pallanza at the Villa Taranto a short ferry ride away.
You can also travel on the ‘Centrovalli’ mountain railway into Switzerland to Locarno, taking in breathtaking alpine views, and return to Stresa by ferry boat visiting any number of the towns that line the shore along the way.
There are numerous walks to suit everybody on Mottarone or the nature walks that contour the lake in between nearby villages. For the more adventurous you can book to stay overnight in a refuge in the nearby Val Grande – one of the wildest national parks in Italy.
The Italian ski slopes can be reached in around 45 minutes and the famous Swiss resorts of Zermatt and Saas Fee in a couple of hours by car. There are also numerous popular golf courses in the area.
Stresa hosts a number of cultural events throughout the year, the most famous being the celebrated International classical Music Festival held from July – September.

How to get there

By plane the nearest airport is Milan Malpensa which is 50km (45 mins) from Stresa. From the airport you have the option to hire a private car or take the Lake Maggiore coach service (Alibus) directly to Stresa which takes 45 minutes. You also have the option to take an airport taxi to Gallarate station and then catch a train to Stresa from there.
Alternative airports are: Milan Linate 105km (75 mins), Bergamo Orio al Serio 130km (90 mins) and Turin Caselle 140km (90 mins). From all these airports car hire is readily available or airport buses/trains will take you to Milan Central rail station where you can take a train directly to Stresa.
Stresa is 50 minutes by train from Milan Central Station and it is on the main International train line from Geneva airport in Switzerland This gives you the option to take a plane to Geneva and travel through the spectacular scenery on the mountain train from the airport directly to Stresa which takes 3hr 30 minutes. .

Activities near Stresa

Facilities

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Garage space is only suitable for small cars.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
April - May 2009	18 Apr 09	31 May 09	470£ 470	0-	0-	1 Week
June 2009	31 May 09	5 Jul 09	540£ 540	0-	0-	1 Week
July - August 2009	5 Jul 09	30 Aug 09	620£ 620	0-	0-	1 Week
September 2009	30 Aug 09	4 Oct 09	540£ 540	0-	0-	1 Week
October 2009	4 Oct 09	1 Nov 09	470£ 470	0-	0-	1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.

A non-refundable deposit of £150 is payable upon booking.

Remainder to be paid 6 weeks before departure date together with a refundable £150 security deposit.

Cleaning costs per booking: 35€ on arrival.

We can accept payments by cheque and bank transfer in GBP.

Guestbook

We had a wonderful time in Castello - it was a great location (no need for a car), great view and full of those "little" touches which make it truly a home away from home, so thank you...

Just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed our time in Stresa. Your apartment was so lovely and spacious, we really enjoyed breakfasting on the balcony...

The apartment is ideally located being very close to the centre but far enough away so you can only hear the church bells...

I am so glad we got to discover this beautiful town, Stresa has lots to offer and we made the most of it...

Thanks again, we had a lovely holiday and were very keen on Stresa. We tried a number of restaurants in town but our favourite has to be Pappagallo, for the food and atmosphere and friendly staff.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in your apartment, what lovely views of the mountains with the snow on top!

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