This romantic stand-alone cottage offers stunning views and a private garden, ideal for rest and relaxation.
PROPERTY:
The first floor, with stone tile flooring and exposed wood beams, has a living area with a cushioned bench, a full kitchen, and a terrace. An outdoor table can be set up on the terrace for al-fresco dining.
The second floor has hardwood flooring, a slanted wood-beamed cathedral ceiling, and a large French window opening onto a cute little terrace.
There is one bedroom with an Italian "matrimoniale" bed (in between queen and king size, 163 cm/64"), and a bathroom with a bidet and shower.
PARKING:
We do have private parking at the property, but it's quite far, about 15 minutes on foot. However, the little town has plenty of free public parking throughout. Depending on the time of day you may find one very close to the house, or a short walk away, at most a few hundred yards.
It has never been an issue for our guests.
FOOD/DINING:
This is a self-catering property - you will need to bring your own provisions or eat out.
Brienno is a very small town - it only has one great pizzeria and one upscale restaurant. However, in the town next door, Argegno, there is a lovely bakery, a small fruit/vegetable store, and a small grocery store.
For supermarkets, we recommend the Bennet supermarket in Como, or a good mid-sized supermarket in Lenno, both about 15 minutes away.
Mon-Thurs 7.30 am to 9 am there is a food truck with bread, cheeses, cold cuts, etc.
We have compiled a thorough list of many restaurant recommendations in the area, which you will receive upon booking.
GETTING HERE:
The Milan airports are both 40 min away.
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND RENTING A CAR because public transportation options are few and far between. No Uber or taxis. There are limited dining and grocery options within walking distance.
WHAT TO DO:
- Ideal a starting point for visiting the entire Lake region, with dozens of pretty towns.
- It is very close to Laglio (George Clooney's Villa) and to Cernobbio, with their fine restaurants.
- Boat-tours stop at the world-famous villas and their botanical gardens.
- Day trips to Como and Milan with their art and culture, restaurants, and shopping (designer outlets, silk scarves, and ties) are a must.
Ideal for a couple
NO WASHER/DRIER
NO FIREPLACE (only decorative)
PACK LIGHT!! The steps are steep.
Guests must share their ID (passport) with the owner before arrival because they must be registered with the local authorities within 24 hours.
It is a legal requirement in Italy.
Administrative fee = mandatory municipal tourist tax of 2.5 Euros per person per day.
Already included in what you pay here. The host collects this amount on behalf of the municipality and remits it in full to the local authorities. A receipt is available upon request.
Registration Codes:
CIR: 013030-CNI-00009 CIN: IT013030C2B964D79B
