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Elizabeth House Varenna

Waterfront apartment with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
TV
Dining
Elizabeth House Varenna provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Lake view

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Elizabeth House Varenna

Elizabeth House is a lakefront house with ancient origins but completely renovated in 2015 by keeping the period style and enhancing the artistic and architectural features. The high quality of the furnishing puts into sharper focus on the luxury of the property, in addition to the carefully restored decorations of the exterior walls of the house.Elizabeth House is positioned in the center of the most popular area of Varenna, and is the protagonist of thousands of photographs taken by tourists fascinated by the pretty and colorful Varenna. This property is close to bars, restaurants, ice cream shops, local shops etc. Exactly in the position where would like to be in Varenna!The house is on two floors and enjoys a panoramic lakefront balcony. The living area on the first floor consists of entrance, living room with sofa bed, armchairs and a fireplace overlooking the lake, large kitchen with dining area and additional sofa, bathroom with shower. On the second floor there is the sleeping area: 3 large double bedrooms and a bathroom with shower, all enhanced by the exposed beams. The colours shared by all the rooms are brown and cream, in all their shades.Elizabeth house has all the amenities: TV, Wifi, dishwasher, coffee machine, toast machine, fridge, oven, food processor, microwave, washer dryer, hair dryer, vacuum cleaner and everything you need for full utilization Please note: Linen per stay included in final cleaning price It can accommodate up to 8 people Public payment parking in the neighborhoodDistances: Ferry 400 meters, Station 700 meters, Parking 350 meters.This property is managed by Varenna Holidays, a leading company in the short-term rental market on Lake Como.By booking this accommodation, you can enjoy many EXCLUSIVE ADVANTAGES that we offer to our guests. Discounts on EXPERIENCES, recreational activities designed to enrich and enhance your stay on Lake Como, as well as Cooking classes, Boat tours, E-Bike rentals, Cultural visits and Personalized experiences tailored to your tastes. Unique Coupons and OFFERS for shopping at our BOUTIQUE, a store in Varenna where you can find the best Made-in-Lake-Como products. Ceramics, Sunglasses, Fine Silk, Local Crafts, Gin, Wine, and Olive Oil: the perfect selection to keep Lake Como always in your memories.Book with us! Our staff will assist you during your stay and recommend the best attractions to fully experience every moment. Varenna Holidays: the dream comes true.CIR 097084-CIM-00011 CIN IT097084B4BR26SXNP

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total
  • Fee: EUR 50
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,722 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in fee: EUR 50
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Checkin 16:00-18:00

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 50
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Note from host: Dangerous animals not allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: EUR 50
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 50
  • High chair fee: EUR 5 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT097084B4BR26SXNP, 097084-CIM-00011

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Elizabeth House Varenna Varenna
Elizabeth House Varenna Apartment
Elizabeth House Varenna Apartment Varenna
260924

About the neighborhood

Map
Lombardy, Varenna

What's nearby

  • Royal Victoria - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Villa Monastero - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Castello di Vezio - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bellagio Port - 24 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Villa Serbelloni - 25 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Varenna-Esino Station - 8 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Cambusa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar Il Molo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lido di Varenna - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Varenna - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Seta - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elizabeth House Varenna pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 50. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Elizabeth House Varenna?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elizabeth House Varenna?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elizabeth House Varenna located?

Located in the heart of Varenna, this apartment building is steps from San Giovanni Battista Church, Civic Museum of Ornithology and Natural Sciences, and Royal Victoria. Lover's Walk and Branch of Lecco are also within 5 minutes. Varenna-Esino Station is 8 minutes by foot and Fiumelatte Station is 21 minutes.

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Reviews

Elizabeth House Varenna Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this property!

Excellent location! Great accommodations and very clean!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Excellent View and Location

We stayed here with six comfortably in mid-March. Location and views were spectacular. Would highly recommend.
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8/10 Good

Fritz

Fantastic, but…

Cleanliness, size, location Wi-fi. Beautiful place and the best location, but the wi-fi was so poor.

10/10 Excellent

Ed S.

Perfect location on Lake Como.

We really enjoyed our stay at the Elizabeth House, Varenna. The location was perfect, within walking distance to the ferry, local stores, and restaurants. The view was unbelievable!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark w.

Great property in Varenna

Wonderful place to stay on Lake Como. Great location in Varenna. The view is amazing, loved sitting on the deck. Property was very clean, kitchen was stocked well, nicely decorated. Our party of 6 would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Casey

June Summer Stay

Incredible view of the lake, beautiful interior and balcony, Spacious master bedroom, well stocked with kitchenware, just about everything!! Small things: trash can in the downstairs bathroom, the light fixture at the bottom of the stairs was hit by our heads a few times
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Best Vacation Home In Varenna

First, the location of this home is perfect! The lakefront view and balcony made it worth every penny. Additionally, the accommodations inside the home were great for the 7 people in our group. We had plenty of space and felt comfortable throughout the stay. Finally, the staff was very communicative leading up to our stay which was greatly appreciated. Thank you for an amazing, memorable experience in the best vacation home we’ve ever stayed in! Everything was excellent, but we had one small callout. The sinks in both bathrooms were clogged and did not drain easily, causing the water to fill up the sink and dirty it.

4/10 Poor

Robert L.

AC does not work

Great property...BUT the AC does not work and it was miserably hot. If you leave windows open there are bars downstairs so you have noise from that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Paula C.

Great property in the center of Varenna

I recently stayed here with a group of 6 adults for 2 nights. Before the trip, Alessia at the property management company had been very responsive to questions. She was also very accommodating of our need for an early check-in and late check-out. The house itself is conveniently located in the center of town. It is situated right on the lake and the view is amazing! The living rooms and bedrooms were all spacious; very comfortable for our group. The house is near the main square, steps to gelato, restaurants, and a grocery store where we picked up some small things for breakfast. A couple of minor downsides. We were kept up late one night by a live band at a nearby bar/restaurant. Not much you can do about that, though. Several of the rooms were a bit dark, which could easily be addressed with some new lightbulbs. I recommend staying here if you visit Varenna!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Audrey B.

Perfect Perfect Perfect!

This home was simply beautiful! We loved everything about staying here, though we did have trouble getting the AC to work which left us with some hot and sweaty nights. Other than that we simply had no complaints and I would stay here again in a heartbeat. What a beautiful location right on the waters of Lake Como. The house also came with a dual washer/dryer combo which we were very glad for. There was plenty of shopping and dining just steps away. The home was clean and the pictures do not do it justice. The town of Varenna is nowhere near as busy as Bellagio and has two small markets, and plenty of restaurants. We ate at Quattro Pass one of the nights and I have never had such amazing lasagna in my life. There was a small PosteItaliane office nearby too which I used to mail a large box of gifts home (the box was delivered today yay!) Also the ferry service is a short walk away along the water for travel to the other Islands. Our group of 8 fit nicely with plenty of room though I wouldn’t recommend more than that. There are a number of steps to navigate to get here though my 72 yr old mom did just fine on them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

John O.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication

Location GREAT, but other things to consider

Overall, the location of this property is incredible. Overlooking the lake with unobstructed views, 5 minute walk to the ferry, 7 minute walk to anywhere in Varenna and a variety of restaurants within a few hundred feet of the apartment. However, there are some things that anyone considering renting here should know. 1. There is no air-conditioning, and in the summer it is HOT, especially on the upper, bedroom level of the apartment. The sun beats down from the west all afternoon and into the evening, and it takes a long time for the floor to begin to cool down even with windows wide open. Some of the advertisements (including the booklet inside the unit) mention "AC," but this unit does not offer that. There are floor level fans in the bedrooms that help, but it is still important to note. 2. Everything in Varenna is up and down; up stairs and ramps to the main piazza and street, down to the lake level and Elizabeth House. We enjoyed the constant workout, but important for renters to know. 3. There are also ants that were a consistent problem on the bottom, kitchen level, floor of the rental. Though really a nuisance more than anything, it means that you have to store all food in the refrigerator to keep it safe from infestation. The property managers provided ant spray, but that only a short lived solution as the ants quickly found alternative entry points. 4. For three south facing windows on the upper floor, pigeons had taken over area outside those window, so we were unable to open the windows in the bedrooms, which would have been helpful given the heat. 5. I was also disappointed with my communication with Varenna Holidays as I tried several times to engage in rational dialog about the AC and ant problem before my visit and was unable to get a fair and reasonable response from them. Even during my stay I asked if they would be willing to provide any discount due to the ants in particular, and there was never even a response to my request. So, in conclusion, given the right weather and pest control, this could be an ultimate vacation rental on Lake Como, but renters should be aware of those important factors. Regarding the responses from Varenna Holidays, I was, and am still disappointed. I think their attitude is that you are renting from us now, and most likely will not be back again, so why treat you like a respected client vs. a one time transaction. Italy, Lake Como and Varenna are amazing, I hope you find the right accommodation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Gaye

Perfect location!

We loved where this house was located and enjoy sitting on the patio looking at the gorgeous views of the lake! All the beds were very comfortable mattresses and there were plenty of towels and soft linens. The fans upstairs don't cool a lot, but enough to not having hot temperature

10/10 Excellent

Christy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfecto

Varenna itself is a magically spectacular place to visit and the Elizabeth House is right in the heart of this lovely town. The view of the lake and mountains from the balcony was glorious and the view of the town and passersby was fun. Three bedrooms and 2 baths were clean, up to date and comfortable. The kitchen had everything our family of 5 needed for a great 4 day stay. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RENEE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View in Varenna

Great location on Lake Como for a wonderful holiday experience. Great balcony and walking stance to shops and restaurants. The steps can be challenging for some but certainly worth the effort.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house, perfect location!!!

This place was amazing! I couldn't have imagined anything better than this place. The house was amazing, the location was amazing and the village was amazing. Nice spacious and beautiful house and we really enjoyed the balcony overlooking the lake! It was a lovely, perfect little village. It was so easy to get around and walk to the ferry. The ferry was so convenient and ran frequently to many different villages nearby on the lake. Lots of great restaurants in this village. The house was spacious, clean and had everything that one would need. Communication with Varenna Holidays was wonderful! They made everything easy and check in was great and they helped me book a tour. If I get back to Lake Como again someday, I would definitely stay here again and I definitely recommend this house!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Louise

Nice but...

Very cute and great location. We stayed in September and it was hot. The AC (air circulation) was not efficient. Even though the location is great the noise level from people walking bye and noise from the restaurants was a bit intrusive.
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8/10 Good

Natalie

Great location

The location is perfect! It was close to a small city center. The view from the main bedroom is gorgeous. The house was clean and well taken care of. Small shops right outside your doorstep. Bathrooms need trash cans.

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M., Los Altos, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Location and Property

Elizabeth House is everything the pictures say about it! 1 - Incredible location in the heart of Varenna lakefront, 2 - Clean, spacious and lovely rooms, bathrooms and kitchen, 3 - check-in was so helpful and when we had a timing issue, they allowed us to store luggage at the office and took our luggage to the apartment for us. 5 stars, would absolutely stay again. Fits 6 people nicely, we were 4, it was very very spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Great location right on the lake

This is a great location right on the lake and only a short walk to everything. We have 4 Adults and there was plenty of room.

10/10 Excellent

Ella M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall great experience!

We absolutely loved our apartment! The location was great and the apartment was adorable. Definitely important to note though that there is no air conditioning, so in the summer it is very hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J., Denver, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

The location was amazing! The communication was easy and clear with the agency. We loved our time in Varenna!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

A beautiful house on the lakefront

A house renovated to a high standard and lovingly furnished, extremely clean, with beautiful views of the lake and situated in the centre of Varenna. During summer, the bedrooms upstairs are quite warm at night.
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10/10 Excellent

a wonderful journey in a beautifull village

the situation, the view, the acccomodation please put curtains on every bedrooms
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10/10 Excellent

Varenna - Nov 2019 Stay

Location and amenities were perfect. There were a couple of small plumbing issues which were present upon arrival.
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10/10 Excellent

Loved this property!

Excellent location! Great accommodations and very clean!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019