Lakeframe

GENERAL INFO
An oasis of peace overlooking the lake in a country-style apartment, you will be enchanted by the ceiling with original wooden beams and the bright mezzanine area


ADDITIONAL INFO
The apartment can accommodate up to 4 people, being structured as follows: you enter a beautiful living room with comfortable sofa, TV, free wifi and large dining area with open kitchen equipped with all appliances; always on the same floor, you will find a spacious double bedroom and a complete bathroom with shower; going up the stairs, you will then arrive at a mezzanine with another double bedroom framed by 2 skylights through which you can look at the starry sky


EXTRAS
In this property, pets are not allowed.
Baby beds are available at an extra cost.
Extra cleaning and linen are available at an additional cost.


ACCESSIBILITY
The apartment is located on 2 floors and therefore it will be necessary to climb some stairs


PARKING
It is highly recommended that you have a car for your convenience. The property does not have a private parking space, but it will be possible to find parking outside near the apartment


NEIGHBORHOOD
This apartment is in Blevio – one of the charming little towns around Como lake. A short walk down the hill will take you to the lakefront. There is a small beach, some restaurants, and the pier where ferries stop.


GETTING AROUND
There is a bus service operating between Como and Bellagio (line C30) and a line operating between Palanzo and Como (C31). The bus stop is located on the bigger road up the hill. Please note that the buses don't run often and services stop at around 10 pm. Taxi rides are available, but not easily attainable in the region. For the guests' convenience, we advise them to arrive in a car. Como city is a 10-min drive away.
From Como, it is very convenient to travel to Milan and Switzerland (Lugano, Bellinzona, Locarno) by train. There are also public ferries traveling to other lakeside towns from the pier in the Como center.
From Bellagio, it is possible to travel to Menaggio, Cadenabbia, and Varenna with a car ferry.
The nearest airports are Milano Malpensa, Milano Linate, and Orio Al Serio in Bergamo. It is possible to arrange a direct shuttle to and from the airport at an additional cost.
For more questions regarding transportation, please do not hesitate to contact us, we will be happy to help and ensure that you reach your preferred destination!


TIPS
>We advise you to take a day to visit the marvelous little towns around the lake. Como city is the urban center of the area, but the little towns are gems with glorious lakeside villas.
>To travel and walk around Lake Como, especially in the little towns and in the mountains, comfortable shoes are a must.
>There are quite many public drinking water fountains in the area, and the water is safe to drink unless stated otherwise. You can carry your own refillable bottle!
>Hiking lovers can walk parts of La Strada Regia – the ancient road that connects Brunate (Como) to Bellagio.
>Look for traditional restaurants where you can try local foods such as Lake Como fish dishes.
>In Italy, many shops (especially the little ones) and services are closed in the middle of the day, so be careful to plan your shopping accordingly.
>Lake Como is one of the deepest lakes in Europe and the deepest in Italy. Swimming and diving are prohibited in many areas and can be dangerous. For those who wish to dwell in the water, however, there are some options. In Blevio, there is a small beach for swimming and wakeboarding a little walk away from the property. In Como city, there is an outdoor pool near Villa Olmo, but swimming in the lake is not recommended and is mostly forbidden. There are beaches in other lakeside towns.
Lido di Bellagio and pebbly San Giovanni beach will be waiting for those who wish to travel and explore the beautiful town of Bellagio which lies in the middle of the two Larian branches. Locals and visitors also enjoy traveling to Nesso where the bravest swimmers can jump into the lake from the ancient Roman bridge near the waterfall.
>Lake Como is located in a mountainous region. The surrounding pre-Alps might not seem very high, but the climate is nevertheless affected by the nearby mountains, and temperatures can change quickly. Be particularly attentive to the weather when hiking, and bring some warm and waterproof clothes with you!


EXPERIENCES
There are so many great things to do around Lake Como! We can suggest and help you to arrange the following:


>Private boat rides
>Kayaks/SUPs in the lake
>Flights in a seaplane above the lake
>Yoga and meditation classes
>Wine tastings
>Cooking classes
>Hiking and foraging
>Mountain-bike tours
>Trekking in the mountains
>Guided tours to Milan

For more information, please contact us, and we will be thrilled to advise specific experiences that would suit your taste!


OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
Please note that all guests are required to pay a city tax per night per person.
According to Italian laws, every guest's personal ID will be requested before check-in. In order to speed up the check-in process, we kindly ask all guests to fill out the online check-in form which is sent via e-mail along with the booking confirmation.
In this property, it is mandatory to separate the garbage. Recycling laws are strict in Italy.