Promising both peace and convenience, this lovely Duplex for 4 offers a relaxing base for those in search of Lake Como history and romance!
Situated in a restored townhouse overlooking the Old Town, the spacious Duplex does not require a car. The home benefits from a lake view living room with private balcony access and a contemporary fully-equipped Kitchen Diner for 4. Two spacious Bedrooms (each with Twin Joinable beds) offers welcome flexibility when you need it most, whilst for larger groups staying the other Al Prato Apartments in the same residence can also be rented (subject to availability).
The gorgeous 2-storey Duplex is also equipped with a contemporary shower room, private laundry facilities and a romantic private lake view balcony with bistro dining set. Please note that the duplex features an open tread staircase and is unsuitable for the elderly (due to 30 external steps and 36 internal steps).
Ideally-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 lake lido and the attractions of Villa Monastero and 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 sports and Italian Alp skiing opportunities. The Lidos and tourist attractions are also on the doorstep too, so guests can easily enjoy a holiday set at their own pace.
Open plan Living room
• A bright and spacious lake view room with balcony access
• Offers a contemporary neutral decor
• Features a pair of sofas, a flat screen SAT TV and free in-house WIFI
• Complemented by a modern Kitchen Diner for 4
Open plan Kitchen
• A contemporary fully-equipped Kitchen Diner
• Offers a cooker hob, oven, microwave, electric kettle, toaster, coffee machine and dishwasher
• Features an ambient dining area for 4
• Private lake view balcony 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)
The flexible sleeping arrangements are ideal for 2 couples or small groups of 4.
Bedroom 1
• A bright a spacious Bedroom
• Furnished with Twin Joinable beds and a wardrobe
Bedroom 2
• An equally spacious and flexible Bedroom
• Furnished with Twin Joinable beds
Extra
Additional infant travel cots can also be provided upon request (for an extra cost).
Bathroom
The Duplex apartment features a Bathroom fitted with a shower cubicle, wash basin, WC and bidet. A hairdryer and universal shaver plug are also provided.
Additional
- Lake views
- Peaceful yet central location in Varenna Old Town
- Car not necessary!
- Equipped with central heating
- Features a flat screen SAT TV and free WIFI
- Equipped with a hairdryer and Universal shaver plug
- Washing machine and clothes horse
- Ironing facilities
- Private lake view balcony
- Alfresco dining set for 2
- Public parking nearby (please note it is ticketed and is on a first come first served basis)
- Unsuitable for the elderly
- Features an open tread staircase
- 36 internal steps
- 30 external steps
- Smoking not allowed.
For extra flexibility, this lovely apartment can also be rented alongside the 2 bed ‘Al Prato B’ (ID 1833) which sleeps 4, the 2 bed ‘Al Prato F (ID 1350) which sleeps 4 and also ‘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 a Varenna summer, the apartment boasts a pretty lake view balcony. Furnished with a cafe bistro set and offering views across to the lake shore, 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.
