High on the hillside on the western shores of Lake Maggiore with glorious views over the water to the mountains beyond, this contemporary apartment sleeps 5 people. Enjoy “la dolce vita” in this comfortable, light-filled apartment on the third floor of a contemporary residence. It is the ideal base for family or friends who enjoy hiking and want to explore this beautiful corner of Italy.
The open-plan living area has double glass doors out onto a private balcony with panoramic lake views. There is a table and chairs so guests can enjoy a cup of coffee or glass of wine whilst taking in their stunning surroundings. Back inside, the living room is elegantly furnished with a sofa, flat-screen TV and a dining room plus an open-plan kitchen. The kitchen itself is well-equipped with an induction hob, oven, microwave, fridge, freezer and coffee machine.
Sleeping
Bedroom 1: The master bedroom, furnished with a king-size double bed and a wardrobe has a private balcony with a table and chairs – ideal for morning coffee.
Bedroom 2: The second bedroom has 2 single beds and a wardrobe.
Extra: The sofa in the living room converts into a comfortable single bed.
Bathroom
The independent bathroom, is equipped with a shower, bidet, basin and WC.
Additional
• Free wifi • Outside seating • Air conditioning • Central heating • Hairdryer • CO and smoke detectors • Washing machine • Shared garden • Suitable for elderly guests • Child friendly • High chair available • Free public parking - car recommended
Location
In beautiful, verdant landscape, the apartment’s location combines stunning hillside walks with easy access to the charming towns on the lakeshore.
The town of Lesa (5 minutes) has all the amenities guest might need, including supermarkets and smaller shops. There is a weekly market (Thursday mornings) for fresh local produce. The lakeside promenade, the Lungolago Lesa is a wonderful walk at any time of day. Visitors can also rent boats and enjoy the beaches. The Spiaggia dell’Erno (11 minutes) is particularly popular.
Stresa (13 minutes) is a charming resort town right on the lake. It is known for its art deco villas and palazzi. Spend the day exploring the Borromean Islands with a hop-on-hop-off boat trip or visit the Friday morning market for the best local ingredients to cook at home.
For more sporty guests the Iles des Borromées golf course is just 11 minutes away. Otherwise, there are many fine treks through the forests and meadows close by.
Milan’s international Malpensa airport is a 55-minute drive.
