Holiday House with Panoramic Views over Lake Como
Newly Renovated Detached House in Traditional Hillside Hamlet, 5 mins Drive from Lake
Sleeps 4/8 (2 Bedrooms)
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Casa Felice stands on the edge of hills looking over the small lakeside towns of Gravedona and Dongo to Lake Como and the mountains beyond. It began as a blacksmith’s workshop on top of which a more modern house was built in the typical Italian way. We have added a terraced garden and have renovated and modernised the house to make best use of its wonderful views. Rewired and retiled throughout, it now has central heating and brand new bathrooms and kitchen. The views from the roof terrace and the full-length balcony to the 25 ft long living room are magnificent. The house is bordered by small fields and vineyards with the hamlet of Vanzonico nearby. There are several bars and restaurants (including traditional cave “crotti”) within about 10 minute's walk. The lake, a bank, a supermarket and other shops are about 5 minutes away by car or bus. A perfect centre for relaxation, walking, watersports, exploring Lake Como or winter skiing. Cities like Milan are also within easy reach.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 7 January 2012 - 26 May 2012 | £425 | 5 | ||
| 26 May 2012 - 30 June 2012 | £535 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 1 September 2012 | £775 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 29 September 2012 | £535 | 7 | ||
| 29 September 2012 - 22 December 2012 | £425 | 5 |
Notes on prices
Prices are in UK pounds sterling per week but we can accept an equivalent payment in euros. There is a final cleaning charge of £50 per let, and a central heating charge of £40 per week between October and April inclusive. Other utilities are included in the price.
We ask you to pay a 25% deposit to confirm your booking. This is non-returnable except in exceptional circumstances at our discretion. The balance is payable 6 weeks before arrival together with a returnable £100 security deposit.
Changeover day
Our usual changeover day is Saturday, but we are happy to consider Sunday or other days if they can be fitted in. We ask you not to arrive before 4pm and to leave by 10am so that the house can be properly cleaned between guests.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Double bedroom with bedside tables, wardrobe and chest of drawers. Twin bedroom with bedside table, wardrobe and chest of drawers. Space for occasional bed or cot. Lake view. |
| Bathrooms: | Bathroom with bath and shower over, wc, basin and bidet. Second bathroom with shower, basin and washing machine. Separate wc. |
| Kitchen: | Well-equipped kitchen with oven, gas hob, microwave, toaster, coffee machine, kettle, refrigerator and ample cupboard space. Cooking utensils, crockery, glasses etc for 8. |
| Utility Room: | Store room for clothes drying rack, iron and ironing board, hammock, sun loungers, cot, high chair and 2 folding occasional beds. |
| Living Rooms: | Spacious 25ft living room with magnificent lake view and full-length balcony. Sideboard, dresser, dining table, chairs for 8. Corner double sofabed plus 2 easy chairs. Space for 2 occasional beds. Wood-burning stove. Satellite TV, DVD, radio and CD. |
| Other: | Roof terrace with panoramic views, including covered area with table and chairs for alfresco eating. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels (except beach towels) and bed linen are included and changed weekly. The property is cleaned with each change of guests. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge microwave washing machine iron/ironing board satellite tv central heating room fans cot high chair |
| Suitability: | pets accepted |
| Location Type: | lake mountain |
Notes on accommodation
The house has central heating, though this is only needed from October - April. There is also a wood-burning stove in the living room for the additional comfort of direct heat. There is a garage and parking space for a small/medium car, with further parking nearby.
Accessibility
Cars can stop by the front gate, but the area is hilly and there are 8 steps up to the front door, which unfortunately makes access difficult for someone with mobility problems.
Outside
The house has a fenced and terraced garden, bordered by small fields and vineyards and with views over the lake. There is a table and chairs, space for sunbathing and a hammock which can be hung under the cherry tree. Footpaths and cycling tracks lead to local villages and down to the lake.
Coast/Beach
Lake Como beaches tend to be of shingle and the water clean and clear. The nearest beaches are about 1 1/2 miles away (10min by car) on the lakeside path from Dongo to Gravedona. There are other beaches in Gravedona, Domaso and elsewhere, a swimming pool about 3 miles away and smaller lakes to drive to.
If you like watersports you can hire sailing and motor boats, wndsurfers and canoes - or you could eg try kite-surfing. For something quieter you can hire rods and boats for fishing.
Golf
Golfers will enjoy the 18-hole, par 70 course 10 miles away near Menaggio (open from March to November) with its British design and traditions. Or you could try the 9-hole, 1000ft high mountain course in Lanzio Intelvi (about 25miles). There are 4 other courses in Como province, some open all the year round.
Skiing
Northern Lake Como is ideal for those who wish to combine skiing or snowboarding with other activities. The lakeside roads are quiet and generally snow-free and a range of centres is within easy reach. Resorts like Madesimo and Barzio/Bobbio/Valtorta are just over 30 miles away and there are closer local centres like Margno-Betulle (7 pistes), Giumello-Paglio (good for cross-country) and Valgerola (good for tobogganing). Locals also go to resorts like Chiesa and Caspoggio in Valmalenco (40 miles) and St Moritz (55m), and there are ski runs in the local valleys.
There are some internet links on our own website.
Travel
It is possible to reach Casa Felice by public transport, but for convenience we strongly recommend a car.
The nearest airports are Milan Bergamo (50 miles, used by Ryanair and Jet2 from UK), Milan Malpensa and Linate (60/63 miles, used by Easyjet, FlyBe and the major airlines}. Driving time from all three is 1hr30mins to 2hrs depending on traffic. Driving time from the Channel ports (almost all motorway) is about 11hrs (Calais 662m, Rotterdam 642m). The nearest railway station is Colico (11m).
Distances
Nearest hamlet: Vanzonico (50yds).
Nearest village: Stazzona (500yds, 10mins walk).
Nearest bar/restaurants: Crotto Isadoro (300yds), La Trave (500yds, 10mins walk).
Nearest lakeside towns: Dongo (1+miles, 5mins drive), Gravedona (3m), Domaso (5m), Menaggio (10m). These have tourist offices, banks, shops & supermarkets,bars, restaurants, watersports, bike hire, tennis courts, museums etc.
Nearest cities: Lugano (Switz) (24miles), Como (30m; 80mins by hydrofoil!), Bergamo (45m), Milan (75m).
Further details
Less crowded than further south, the area is an ideal centre for exploring Lake Como’s magnificent scenery, and its mild and sunny microclimate encourages outdoor activities. For those looking for relaxation there are beaches, boat trips, interesting churches and beautiful villas, good food and romantic strolls along the lakeside. For mountain lovers there are hiking paths and mountain bike trails through the tranquility of woodland and the dramatic vistas of mountain and lake. For lovers of water the area is one of the best in Europe for water sports of all kinds, while in winter skiers have resorts like Madesimo within easy reach. There are tennis courts, horse-riding stables, tree-walks, even guided canyoning and seaplane flights. Everywhere you are surrounded by Italian life and culture, especially in the festival season of July and August. Please see our own website for more details. We leave you an information pack in the house.
Booking notes
Please email, ring or visit our own website to book or if you would like more information.
We ask you to pay a 25% deposit to confirm your booking. This is non-returnable except in exceptional circumstances at our discretion. The balance is payable 6 weeks before arrival. together with a returnable £100 security deposit which will of course be returned in full provided there are no problems with damage etc.
Guest comments
Just to say how much we all enjoyed your lovely place on lake Como - the view was an absolute joy every single day and we thought you'd really excelled in your comprehensive tips and suggestions for day trips. The garden is lovely and we enjoyed the fresh herbs whenever we cooked. Thank you for all your advice and instructions - they never failed us once! We simply had a wonderful holiday there. (Liz,Mikhil & children, Prestwich)
We would like to tell you what a wonderful time we had and found the villa to be lacking in nothing. You have a lovely home and it is a wonder you can tear yourself away from it...We would highly recommend it to anyone. (Jill & Mike, Edinburgh)
We really enjoyed our stay at Casa Felice, such a lovely setting and the views were great. Also, I was very impressed by how clean it was...Your information came in really useful... we hired a boat and did several other excursions...all round glowing tributes, I would say. (Leah, London)
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Owner profile
About the owner
Casa Felice is owned jointly by five members of our family, all living in the north of England. One is my sister, who worked in Europe for many years and has been used to renting villas in Italy for summer and winter holidays and weekends. I myself taught English in Italy for a year, many years ago. We all love Italy, and Casa Felice is for ourselves as well as for rent. We hope to help you enjoy it as much as we do.
Year purchased: 2003
Why the owner chose a home in this location
Lake Como is stunningly beautiful. The northern lake is more open and less crowded, even in summer, than further south. It is perfect for relaxation or for water sports and outdoor activities of all kinds, yet there is much to visit and even cities like Milan are within easy reach. In winter there are many ski resorts within easy driving distance.
It is also very friendly: the real 'small town Italy' loved by George Clooney - and ourselves!
Unique benefits of the property
Casa Felice is a detached house and garden in an area where apartments are the rule, providing a freedom and privacy rare in holiday property here. 'As for the views from the roof terrace - wow!' as one of our guests commented. (Roof terraces are also unusual and we're on the first hills from the lake). The property has been renovated to a high standard, is spacious - the living room is over 7m long- and well-equipped. We also have a wonderful Italian cleaner who keeps it scrupulously clean.
We love the area ourselves and leave you lots of information to help you get the most from your holiday.
For booking and further information
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Contact Name:
Richard Coates
(UNITED KINGDOM) +44 01617968535
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