Providing a tranquil yet convenient location in Old Town Varenna, this modernised Duplex promises a carefree base for 2 couples and groups of 4!
Inside, the lovely townhouse apartment benefits from a bright and spacious living area with a contemporary Kitchen Diner for 4. Two spacious Bedrooms (each with Twin Joinable beds) offers welcome flexibility when you need it most, whilst for larger groups, the other Al Prato apartments can also be used to accommodate larger parties all in the same residence (subject to availability).
The holiday apartment is also equipped with a contemporary shower room, private laundry facilities and an idyllic communal lake view terrace with bistro dining set.
Conveniently-suited for those looking to arrive by public transport, the townhouse residence places you within enviable reach of Varenna’s amenities and attractions. With a plethora of charming cafes, wine bars and restaurants to savour, those looking for a varied self-catering stay will be well looked after. The picturesque resort town is also home to lots of local gift shops, a lakeside lido and the attractions of Villa Monastero and medieval Castello di Vezio. Varenna also boasts a Lecco-Milan train service and frequent ferry links to Bellagio, Menaggio and Cadenabbia.
Perfect for active holidays, the Central Lake places guests within easy reach of the beautiful hiking and cycling routes, the tennis and golf clubs, water sports, power boat rental, kayak hire, sailing, extreme outdoor sports and Italian Alp skiing opportunities. The main lake Lidos and tourist attractions are also on the doorstep too, so guests can easily enjoy a holiday set at their own pace.
Relaxing
Open plan Living room
• Featuring a restful
• Furnished with a fabric sofa, flat screen SAT TV and side table
• Complemented by a modern Kitchen Diner
Eating In
Open plan Kitchen
• A bright and contemporary Kitchen Diner
• Fitted with all the must-have appliances including a cooker hob, oven, microwave, electric kettle, toaster and coffee machine, fridge
• Complemented by a stylish dining area for 4
• Enjoys use of a shared lake view terrace with bistro dining set
• Perfect for celebrating those special occasions, an Italian Mama cooking experience or Private Chef can also be arranged (upon request for an extra cost)
Sleeping
The flexible sleeping arrangements are ideal for 2 couples or small groups of 4.
Bedroom 1
• Offers a spacious and versatile Bedroom
• Furnished with Twin Joinable beds and a wardrobe
Bedroom 2
• An equally spacious and flexible Bedroom
• Furnished with Twin Joinable beds and a wardrobe
Extra
Additional infant travel cots can also be provided upon request (for an extra cost).
Bathing
The apartment offers a spacious modern Bathroom fitted with a shower cubicle, wash basin, WC and bidet. A hairdryer and universal shaver plug also features.
Additional
- Lake views
- Peaceful yet central location in Old Town Varenna
- Car not necessary!
- Equipped with central heating
- Features a flat screen SAT TV
- Free WIFI
- Equipped with a hairdryer and Universal shaver plug
- Washing machine, tumble dryer and clothes horse
- Ironing facilities
- Alfresco bistro dining set is provided to the communal terrace
- Public parking nearby (please note it is ticketed and is on a first come first served basis)
For extra flexibility, this lovely apartment can also be rented alongside the 2 bed ‘Al Prato G’ (ID 1834) which sleeps 4, the 2 bed ‘Al Prato F (ID 1350) which sleeps 4 and also the 1 bed ‘Al Prato A’ (ID 1590) which sleeps 2 (please enquire for availability)
Optional payable extras include Daily Housekeeping, Private Chef, Private Tours, Babysitting, Chartered yacht hire, Luxury boat trips, Airport transfers and more! For extra info please check out.
Outside
Perfect for soaking up the magic of an Italian Lake summer, the apartment offers access to a shared lake view balcony terrace. Furnished with a cafe bistro set and offering breath taking views across Varenna’s historical Old Town and lakeshore, guests can easily take in the beauty and allure of Lake Como, with a glass of wine or romantic alfresco meal.
Parking
Public parking can be found nearby. The apartment is best suited for those looking to travel via ferry, train, taxi or bus.
Location
From this historical townhouse residence, the delights and amenities of Varenna Old Town are all here to enjoy on the doorstep. Alongside lake view coffee mornings, ambient wine tasting evenings and romantic lakeside dining, Varenna also offers the opportunity to soak up the romantic cobbled streets, ancient churches and boutique gift shops. A lakeside Lido, Ferry stop and the timeless visitor attractions of Castello Vezio, the elegant Villa Cipressi and lush botanical gardens of Villa Monastero will also provide you with plenty to see and do.
Bellano’s water sports, Perledo’s Italian Cooking lessons, the Jungle Raider Park, Lierna’s public lake beach and the Italian Alp Ski resorts are all an easy drive away too, from this picturesque eastern shore resort.
The car and passenger Ferry service also promises carefree sightseeing trips around the Central Lake, to the famous resorts and villa attractions of Bellagio, Cadenabbia and Menaggio.
A wide range of Central Lake leisure pursuits are just waiting to be enjoyed too; from kayak hire, boat rental, sailing and water sports to cycling, horse riding, tennis, golf, extreme sports, spa treatments and classic Lido days!
Varenna is conveniently placed for reaching the fashionable nearby cities of Lugano (44 minutes’ bus ride/ car journey from Menaggio) and Milan (79 minutes’ drive away).
Varenna is also well-serviced with a Lecco-Milan train service; enabling guests to easily reach Lake Como without the need of a car.
Pets not permitted.
Smoking is not allowed.
Property type
Facilities / Amenities
- Laundry facilities
- Central heating
- Universal shaver plug
- Iron-ironing board
- Tv
- Terrace
- Washing machine
- Wifi installed in house
- Public parking
- Hair dryer
- Clothes horse
- Wifi free
- Fan
Kitchen facilities
- Coffee machine
- Kitchen-diner
- Electric kettle
- Open kitchen
- Oven
- Toaster
- Cooker hob
- Full kitchen
- Fridge
Property location
- Among greenery
- In town
- Mountain view
- Quiet
- Honeymoon
- Secondary road
- Very sunny position
- Very quiet location
Accessibility
- Child friendly
- Unsuitable elderly
- Car not necessary
- Smoking not permitted
- Pets not permitted