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Casa Al Prato Apt. G, Varenna, Italy

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9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view

About this property

Entire place

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

Casa Al Prato Apt. G, Varenna, Italy

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.

Relaxing

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

Eating In

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)

Sleeping

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).

Bathing

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.

Property manager

Lake Como Holiday

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available (fee applies)

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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: 700 sq ft (65 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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 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 097084-CIM-00068

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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Apartment
Casa Al Prato Apt. G Varenna Italy
Casa Al Prato Apt. G, Varenna, Italy Varenna
Casa Al Prato Apt. G, Varenna, Italy Apartment
Casa Al Prato Apt. G, Varenna, Italy Apartment Varenna
1834

About the neighborhood

Map
Varenna

What's nearby

  • Villa Monastero - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Victoria - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Castello di Vezio - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bellagio Port - 25 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Villa Serbelloni - 26 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Varenna-Esino Station - 8 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Il Molo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar La Cambusa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Passerella - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante La Punta - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Varenna - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Al Prato Apt. G, Varenna, Italy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Al Prato Apt. G, Varenna, Italy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Al Prato Apt. G, Varenna, Italy?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa Al Prato Apt. G, Varenna, Italy located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is steps from Civic Museum of Ornithology and Natural Sciences, Branch of Lecco, and San Giovanni Battista Church. Villa Monastero and Royal Victoria are also within 5 minutes. Varenna-Esino Station is 8 minutes by foot and Fiumelatte Station is 20 minutes.

Casa Al Prato Apt. G, Varenna, Italy Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wagner S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location
Spacious, quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

the Pignataro F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place off a lovely piazza but...
Place itself was great and as described (except for the bathroom) but not easy to find with directions given (stay left/on higher road, do not go down to the waterfront or you will be wheeling luggage over cobblestones and lugging up killer stone steps!!!) we wandered for an hour unable to get in touch with the office & GPS fail until a kind local helped us. It is off a very cute piazza with an old church and restaurants. Inside the shower door is flimsy and leaks, as did the sink at its base-we notified office, also asked for extra towels since we used ours to mop up but got no response. Towel rack was broken and no hooks to hang towels. Water pressure was great though. Blow dryer was broken and only worked in one outlet in the kitchen. Beds are soft. Could use better communication with the property manager--however we contacted we were told to contact the local team and no one ever responded.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends trip
Great location in Varenna, have stayed here twice. Nice views of the lake. Enjoyed the welcome package
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Z H.

Liked: Cleanliness
In my opinion, the best views of Varenna
Hidden gem in Varenna. This 2bdrm apartment is amazing and has incredible views. There is one spot where you can look out of opposite windows and see the lake from both ❤️. Wonderfully comfortable setup with the balcony, kitchen and living room downstairs, and 2 bedrooms upstairs. There is a lockbox and security gate, for entry, and a 3 floor climb. Located just 100 ft from the town center, everything in town is within walking distance. Wonderful location, wonderful apartment and beautiful views. Whether there for family or vacation, this is an ideal alternative to a hotel, if you would like the added privacy. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to return for another.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, perfect location!!
Great property with all the amenities & perfect location! Very clean & comfortable! Great welcoming package! To be forewarned, there is no full length mirrors, only one mirror above the bathroom sink. Other than that, it’s a perfect place to stay when you visit Varenna!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S., Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Vareena!
We had a fantastic adventure on Lake Como staying in this very nice 2 bedroom apartment. Walking distance to every beautiful thing to explore!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning balcony view that you have to work for
Very nice apartment if you are comfortable with 3rd floor stairs and another story in the unit. Location is incredible. Nice welcome basket with wine, comfortable bedding. Could have paid more attention to detail like providing the wifi password, dish towels and hot pads etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect property for our stay at Lake Como
Great location, comfortable unit which served as a great base to explore Lake Como
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
This property is in a fantastic location in Varenna. My only suggestions would be in improve communications. Providing information about Wifi and password as well as how to operate the electronic gate and front door would have been very useful. Also 24 h phone contact number does not get answered.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Bryan E., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Hot hot too hot
Property was bare bones. Nice stairwell ,floors, quality built building. There was No soap for dishwasher no paper towels and bare minimum kitchen supplies. There was a heat wave in lake Como and the two upstairs bedrooms were uninhabitable due to the temperature. The host provided fans but they were insufficient. I do not recommend this place if the temperature in Como is over 27° during the day. Spring fall winter would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb S., Scottsdale, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and property
We stayed for 5 nights and had a great time at this property. The space is really lovely. There is a cute little balcony with a view of the lake. The only negative is that there is no AC and there was a heat wave for two days…but it was managed with the fans ok. Would recommend again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Theresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Varenna is beautiful
The property met our expectations. It was convenient to do all the things we wanted. Beds were comfortable, plenty of fans to keep us cool in hot weather, nice appliances and lovely view from tiny balcony. Where our discontent with this property was as follows. When we arrived there was no key in the lockbox as stated by our email. We had travelled over six hours to get there and were very tired. I called the office and was told we could go to their office to get the key which was on the other side of the lake which meant we would have to take a ferry there, find the office and return to Varenna. This was not an option for us and requested it was there responsibility to have key in place. With phone calls back and forth, to sum it up we spent over two hours sitting in hallway with our luggage waiting to get into apartment. The person who finally show up was very nice and said it was his day off and he came from another town. He said cleaning people probably took the key. When I emailed them the next day saying how disappointed we were with their help they said they would give 10% off next visit. I am 76 and was on a trip with my grandchildren. I would not be returning to use the 10% and felt they could have been more caring. Secondly, the directions from train arrival were nil. We had to keep asking people as we entered the town for directions. The picture directions once we found post office were good. Varenna is a beautiful little place and offers many things to do. Food is good, Ferry rides to other towns lovely and flowers were beautiful as well as restaurant clerks and those in the stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Updated como flat
Nicely redone, comfortable apartment in a great location. Perfect to explore the lake region. Check in was total crap. Spent an hour trying to find the place which was not even close, after traveling all day. Apparently we were supposed to have the 10 page instructions with pictures to find it, which was in the flat. After expressing my feelings to concierge, could not get them to answer
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mildred R.

Liked: Cleanliness
I love this property
First time visiting Lake Como. Beautiful property, a complementary welcome pack with wine, milk and snacks is waiting for you when you arrived. exactly as stated except the views were much more spectacular than the ones in the listing photos. Varenna is a fun base to use as many ferries and train to go to Milan or Lugano. The appartment is around the corner of good cafés and restaurants and train station.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy lake view apartment
Perfectly located two bedroom, two story apartment, with a small balcony view of the lake. Quiet. Comfy beds in the upstairs bedrooms. Easy self check-in, great communications with the host. Apartment was a two minute walk to the waterfront. Varenna is very small, and everything is within walking distance, including the water ferries to explore other towns on the lake. Bellagio is only a 15 minute boat ride away. We think we chose the ideal location for our Lake Como trip. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Jo Anne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Location
This apartment is in a fabulous location, though Varenna is small so everything is close by. The apartment is spare but has plenty of space and great light and views. Please be aware, the kitchen appliances didn't work other than the fridge.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting for a great stay in Varenna.
The apartment is clean and well located with lovely views. Better directions from the train station would be my only suggestion. Using Google maps was unnecessarily frustrating but the management team was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

gwen m., -

Super management super place
We loved this place it was ideally situated in
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

Stay in Varenna
Property was great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gareth W.

Perfect spot
Varenna itself was a little quiet when we stayed but the location was perfect. We had a slight challenge finding the apartment but other than that all was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

Great house in superb location with views over Lake Como.
Well equipped and clean property in heart of Varenna, very close to main square and lake side restaurants. We had a lovely week with our two kids (8and 12) enjoying walks around the lake and local sights. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christine W., Buffalo, NY

Perfect homebase for Lake Como holiday
We, 2 couples, loved the 2 bedroom apartment. The apartment is exactly as pictured and the village of Varenna is a nice retreat from the hustle & bustle of Bellagio. The location was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Wanda M.

Modern Apartment with a View
The apartment was as advertised and would be comfortable for four people. There was a comfortable seating area as well as a well equipped kitchen. The view of Lake Como from the balcony was wonderful and made for a nice place for two people to enjoy a glass of wine. It was conveniently located to the promenade area, restaurants, ferry, and center of town. Our suggestions include making the lock box more user friendly, provide washcloths, dishwashing soap, shelves in the bathroom, and a full length mirror. The directions for finding the apartment were not clear because the sign for the post office is missing. We would definitely like to return to Varenna and would definitely consider staying in this apartment upon our return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Helen v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Locatie is top; groot apartement op perfecte locatie
Fijn apartement met 2 slaapkamers met 2 eenpersoons bedden. Helaas zijn de slaapkamers op zolder en was het warm; er is geen airconditioning en dat mis je echt als het 36 gr C is. Ook is het inchecken erg onpersoonlijk; de beschrijving foto’s zijn duidelijk, maar t komt erg onpersoonlijk over. Ook kan je niet met auto voor de deur komen en is er geen lift; dus beter niet een zware koffer meenemen. Het huis ligt wel perfect centraal met een leuk restaurant eronder (prato). Het balkon viel een beetje tegen, want daar kan je eigenlijk niet opzitten met meer dan een.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Gerda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
La Dolce Vita
Die Lade des Appartements ist einfach einmalig - unmittelbare Lage zum See, zum Bäcker, Lebensmittelladen zur Piazza und zu allen Sehenswürdigkeiten und Restaurants. Nachdem es aufgrund eines Sturmes einen Wasserschaden gab, kam von der Agentur sehr schnell Hilfe und der Schaden wurde auch nachhaltig beseitigt. Ausstattungsmäßig könnte das Geschirr noch etwas aufgestockt werden (kleine Schüsselchen, Gläser). Für alle die mit dem Auto anreisen, wird das Parkplatzproblem zur täglichen Herausforderung, v.a. Finanziell!!!! Last Not least - Varenna ist ein wunderschöner Ort, indem man das Dolce Vita wirklich genießen kann!!!