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Property Details

Sleeps:
4
Single Bedrooms:
0
Double Bedrooms:
2
Bathrooms:
1
Type:
Cottage
Property #:
17285
Nearest Town:
Varenna
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House Above Lake Como

Casa Pioppo

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About The Experience
Enjoy a refreshing getaway with this Italian rental house above Lake Como and the lakeshore town of Varenna. Ideal for a family or a romantic getaway, this house has been supplied with all the amenities you’d want to make you feel at home. Brush up on your tennis skills at the nearby court, barbecue outside or savor a good book under one of several shady trees. This vacation house for rent in Italy is one of three detached buildings located on a large estate, dotted with olive and cypress trees.
Location Description

This charming house is located in the Lombardy region on the eastern shore of Lake Como. It is only 3 km from the lakeshore town of Varenna. Built on a rocky outcropping over the lake, Varenna is populated with beautiful old houses and romantic panoramas. Varenna is a great starting point for visits to the north and center of Italy, as well as the southern base of the Swiss Alps. Varenna has shops, restaurants, a railroad station and a ferry. Both Milano Linate and Milano Malpensa airports are less than two hours away. Nearby attractions include the castle of Vezio and the Villa Monastero, a neo-classical garden offering a long walk along the lakeshore. Other resort towns of Lake Como, including Tramezzo, Bellagio, and Menaggio are all easily reachable by ferry.

Nearby Attractions: Hiking, golf club at Menaggio (4 km + 4 km by ferry), clay tennis court (maintained by the local tennis club), neighboring lakes (Maggiore, Orta, Garda, Lugano).

Milano Malpensa (airport): 94 km + 4 km by ferry
Milano Linate (airport): 90 km
Como: 40 km + 4 km by ferry
Airport of Lugano-Agno: 35 km +5 km by ferry
Varenna (train, ferry): 3 km
Exterior Description
(500 m2) This villa is a single-story detached home that is part of a large estate. Tucked away from the other homes on the estate, the house is surrounded by garden and trees. There is an outdoor barbecue and a shared tennis court for guest enjoyment.
Interior Description
(90 m2) Built on one level, the villa has been furnished in good taste with a modern style. The living/dining room has a couch, armchair and a dining table with seating for six. There is a light and bright kitchen featuring a microwave, cook-top stove, oven, washing machine, dishwasher, American coffee maker, Italian coffee maker, toaster and kettle. The first bedroom has a 160 cm standard double bed. The second bedroom has two 90 cm single beds that can be joined together upon request. There is a separate bathroom with a sink, bidet, WC and a bathtub with hand-held shower head.
Features Description

Extra Services: The following are listed as an aid for trip planning; the services and prices are approximate and cannot be guaranteed by Rentvillas. All extra services are payable locally in cash.

  • Heating: Based on consumption (metered).
  • Baby bed (€150/week).
  • Extra housekeeping (€10/hour).
  • Tennis court (€15/hr daytime, €20/hr evening).

Please Note:

  • A car is necessary for this villa.
  • Unless rented with Villa Angelina 3, guests do not have access to the pool.
  • There is no telephone.
  • There is no view of the lake.
  • This villa can be rented along with Casa Antonella 3 and Villa Angelina 3, all on the same estate.
  • Housekeeping is included two hours every Tuesday and Thursday
  • Internet access is available in the reception office

Features and Amenities

  • Independent Villa
  • Barbecue
  • Outside Area - Private
  • Outside Area - Shared
  • Tennis Court - Shared
  • CD player
  • TV - English Channels Available
  • American Coffee Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric Tea Kettle
  • Hair Dryer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Washing Machine
  • Heating - Whole House
  • Portable Baby Crib/Play Pen - Upon Request
  • Housekeeping - Included
  • Housekeeping Available - Extra Cost

Property Seasons & Rates (USD)

Date Range Weekly         Min
Stay
Jun-28-2014 - Aug-30-2014 $3,555 1 wk
Aug-30-2014 - Sep-27-2014 $3,097 1 wk
Sep-27-2014 - Dec-20-2014 $2,686 1 wk
Dec-20-2014 - Jan-03-2015 $3,097 1 wk
Jan-03-2015 - Mar-28-2015 $2,686 1 wk
Mar-28-2015 - Apr-11-2015 $3,097 1 wk
Apr-11-2015 - May-02-2015 $2,686 1 wk
May-02-2015 - Jun-27-2015 $3,097 1 wk
Jun-27-2015 - Aug-29-2015 $3,555 1 wk
Aug-29-2015 - Oct-03-2015 $3,097 1 wk
Oct-03-2015 - Dec-19-2015 $2,686 1 wk
Dec-19-2015 - Jan-02-2016 $3,097 1 wk

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Arrival Times

Please note: Official Arrival Times:

  • Sat 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Conditions *

Security Deposit

  • Upon arrival at the property you are required to pay to the property representative a security deposit payable in cash. The security deposit will be returned to you prior to your departure minus any extra charges or accidental damages to the property. The listed security deposit is: 500 EUR

Additional Expenses

  • Heating: According to consumption
  • Portable Baby Crib/Play Pen (Weekly Charge): 40 EUR
  • Final Cleaning Charge (Mandatory): 80 EUR
  • Arrival Fee (between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm, Upon Prior Request) Payable upon Arrival: 50 EUR
  • Utility Deposit (Payable in Cash Upon Arrival) - Weekly Charge: 100 EUR
  • Telephone (If Available): According to consumption

Other Notes

  • Housekeeping: Usually available upon request
  • Heating (in Italy): Allowed by law from November 1 - April 1; some exceptions for extreme weather
  • Cook Services (If Available): must be arranged at least 2 months prior to arrival
  • UPON ARRIVAL, RENTERS MUST PROVIDE A PHOTOCOPY OF EACH TRAVELER’S PASSPORT AND SIGN A FORM FOR THE LOCAL AUTHORITIES.
  • Tourist Tax (Payable upon Arrival): 1-5 Euros per person per day
  • Arrivals (After 9:00 pm): Not Accepted
  • Non-refundable fee to arrange Extra Services (cook, housekeeping, etc): $30 paid to Rentvillas.com

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