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A window over Lake Como - stone cottage with amazing view and private garden

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4646 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

A window over Lake Como - stone cottage with amazing view and private garden

Casa Alice is a two floors romantic stone cottage, recently renovated, with an amazing view over the lake Como, fresh private garden, barbecue, old watering hole and a stream that runs down the lake. From all the house windows and the garden there is an exceptional view over Lake Como. The neighborhood is very quiet, with limited car access. The peace and serenity of the place are exacerbated by the creek going slowly down.

Casa Alice can accommodate up to 4 people but it is ideal for couples or a family with two children.

On the ground floor there are the living area composed by kitchen and living room connected by a charming wooden frame and the full equipped bathroom (hairdryer included). The living room has satellite TV. The kitchen is equipped with dishwasher, toaster, microwave oven, coffeemaker and refrigerator.

Upstairs there is the master bedroom with a beautiful wooden roof. It has a double bed and a single one. On request it is possible to add another single or a children's bed.

On the basement there is a storage room for bicycles and sports equipment.

It is available a conditioner for the hottest days. 5 GB wifi internet traffic included at EUR 5.

The house has a garden overlooking lake Como with barbecue, deck chairs, table and sun umbrella.

Casa Alice is located in the heart of Piumona, one of the oldest and traditional area of Gravedona, on the northernmost part of Lake Como. Almost all the Piumona's traditional houses are stone made and gathered around the square where lies an ancient fountain fed by the brook during it's journey down to the lake Como.
From Casa Alice, it's garden and the pedestrian road, you can enjoy the magnificient view of Lake Como, from Bellagio to Colico and to the beginning of Valtellina and Valchiavenna.

Gravedona downtown is at less then 2 chilometer by car, about 20 minutes walking down, along pedestrian ways.
Gravedona is the star of northernmost part of Lake Como. You can visit the numerous churches, especially the Romanesque one Santa Maria del Tiglio and the Renaissance one Santa Maria delle Grazie. Inside medieval Palazzo Gallio there is always same show or exhibition to see.

You can walk along the pedestrian alleys that lead you to the main squares and the beautiful lakeside promenades. Summer's evening are filled by music, street markets and parties. Don't miss the 14 August fireworks show.

Restaurants, bars and ice-cream shops overlook the lakeside front.

Sports lovers can be satisfied in Serenella, a lakeside neighborhood with tennis and soccer playground, sailing school, swimming pool, beach, running trails. Bycicle's paths are available in the area, starting from lakeside promenades to difficult tracks on the mountain slopes.

Two playgrounds will be the joy of your children.

Menaggio and Cadenabbia, where there are ferries to Bellagio and Varenna, are about at 15 minute drive along beautiful and scenic coastal roads. Don't miss Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo and Villa Balbianello in Lenno.

Of course you can take a boat, a ferry or use public transport from Gravedona to every attraction of Lake Como.

About the payment:
Cleaning fee of 30 € to be paid locally
A deposit of 100 € and will be returned at the end of the stay

Property manager

Paolo

Languages

English, French, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
This property accepts cash
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
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 013249-CNI-00060

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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Window Over Lake Como Stone Cottage Amazing View Private Garden

About the area

Map
Gravedona, Lombardy

What's nearby

  • Gallio Palace - 8 min walk
  • Chiesa di Santa Maria del Tiglio - 16 min walk
  • Piona Beach - 29 min drive
  • Abbey of Piona - 37 min drive
  • Piona Abbey - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Dubino Station - 20 min drive
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Cinyo - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bar Gelateria Pochintesta - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bar Regina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ajò Drink&Food - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cantina Sorsasso - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A window over Lake Como - stone cottage with amazing view and private garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A window over Lake Como - stone cottage with amazing view and private garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A window over Lake Como - stone cottage with amazing view and private garden?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A window over Lake Como - stone cottage with amazing view and private garden located?

This family-friendly Gravedona vacation home is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Gallio Palace, Sports Centre, and Chiesa di Santa Maria del Tiglio. Scuola Nautica Gini and Piazza dei Caduti are also within 3 mi (5 km).

A window over Lake Como - stone cottage with amazing view and private garden Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Comfortable house with fantastic views
This is a property with a beautiful view of Lake Como. It was nice to meet Paulo and his father. Paulo was very friendly and helpful. The house was well kept and ideal for us and our daughter. It was very hot when we were there but the cooling unit in the bedroom helped. Gravedona was ideal for lakeside walks,the ferry, swimming and water sports. We are all a bit fitter having chosen to walk up and down the hill from the lake to the house!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ken G.

Absolutely fantastic
This is the perfect location if you want a peaceful and relaxing holiday. The property is really old on the outside but really modern and clean on the inside. Everything you could reasonably hope for is provided. The views over the lake are amazing from both house and garden. Be aware though that you either need a car or be very fit to get into town. The path down is very pleasant but very steep. Paolo was a great host, happily meeting us at midnight to lead us to the property. He gave us some really good advice on places to visit in the area. Gravedona itself is a lovely, quiet, little town with bars and restaurants etc scattered along the Lakeside and within the narrow, steep cobbled streets leading from it. There is plenty of free parking available, some with time limits (get a disco orario from a newsagent) Of all the places I've been, this would be the closest to getting a 100% rating

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

A lovely cottage in a picturesque location.
Our host Paolo was very helpful and informative. The cottage was charming and very comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2017

8/10 Good

Julia R., Nottuln, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness
Urlaub
Sehr erholsam und ruhig, eine ruhige Lage mit entspannten Abenden auf der Terrasse und einem schönen Blick auf den See
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Marvellous holidays
We enjoyed our holidays. The house is beautiful and also the garden . We see the lake and the Mountains in front of the house . You must rent a car to visit Thanks to Paolo
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heike B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Großartige authentische Unterkunft
Tolles Haus, 130 Jahre alt und liebevoll renoviert und mit allem ausgestattet, was man braucht. Ruhige Lage und Paolo war sehr bemüht und hat uns gute Tipps gegeben! Besonders schön ist der Freisitz im Garten! Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen! Gerne wieder☺️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna-Maria W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schönes Ferienhaus
Super netter und unkomplizierter Gastgeber. Eine tolle Sicht auf den See in einem gemütlichen Ferienhaus!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Z v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Empfehlenswert!
Kleine, aber feine Ferienwohnung mit traumhaften Blick in einem idyllischen Ort am Comer See; ursprünglich und trotzdem modern. Ein sehr netter, zuvorkommender Vermieter, der auch im Ort wohnt. Für eine tolle Auszeit geeignet, gerade jetzt im Herbst war es wunderschön und nicht überlaufen.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolles Ferienhaus am Comer See
Sehr schönes gemütliches Ferienhaus am Comer See. Paolo ist ein sehr freundlicher und hilfsbereiter Vermieter. Uneingeschränkt zu empfehlen, sehr gutes Preis-leistungsverhältnis. Es ist alles vorhanden was man braucht. Parkplatz ist immer verfügbar.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Klaus W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comer See
Prima !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolles Domizil
Es hat alles gepasst! Das Haus ist genau so wie beschrieben.....schön ruhig gelegen, alles da, was man braucht. Danke an Paolo für den netten Empfang!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traumhaft am Comersee
Eine schöne, gut eingerichteta Steinhaus in den Bergen. Mit einem kleinen Garten ser zum Genießen und Entspannen einlädt. Swr Vermieter Paolo war sehr freundlich hat uns alles erklärt. Eund um dwn See gibt es viel zu entdwcken, eine ursprüngliche Lage, eigentlich :Italoem wie es wirklich ist. Dolcw vita!!!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jürgen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nette, ruhige Unterkunft mit schönem Garten
Aufmerksamer Gastgeber und unproblematische Übergabe der Wohnung.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jürgen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alles bestens!
Schönes Häuschen mit Garten. Gastgeber sehr freundlich und immer erreichbar mit tollen Tipps. Vielen Dank Paolo.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Antje H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Häuschen mit Garten und Traumblick zum Comer See
Es handelt sich um ein altes, sehr gut saniertes Steinhaus überhalb von Gravedona. Das kleine Terrassen-Gärtchen mit Bach und schönem Blick zum See ist toll. Paolo ist ein sehr sympathischer Gastgeber. Im Haus ist alles vorhanden, was man für einen entspannten Urlaub zu zweit braucht. Gravedona ist ein sehr angenehmes Städtchen, nicht so überlaufen und auch mit einem reizvollen Strand. Wir können das Haus, den Gastgeber und den Ort sehr empfehlen.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pascal B., Hannover

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderbares kleines Steinhaus!
Eine wunderbar ausgestattete Ferienwohnung. Paolo der Vermieter ist sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Wenn wir nochmal in diese Region reisen, würden wir sofort wiederkommen.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

marc L., ANZIN SAINT AUBIN

Liked: Cleanliness
Lac de Come
Un agréable séjour dans une jolie petite maison d'un village de montagne. Paolo est très gentil et serviable je vous recommande cette location! A presto Paolo!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Port le roi

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschönes Haus in perfekter Lage
Das sehr liebevoll eingerichtete und wunderschön renoviertes Steinhaus liegt sehr ruhig am Rande eines Dorfes am Hang des Lario. Das Parken auch mit größeren Autos etwa 100m entfernt ist überhaupt kein Problem. Der Vermieter Pablo ist sehr freundlich, flexibel und gibt Tipps fürs Einkaufen, Wandern, Baden und Einkehren. Uneingeschränkt zu empfehlen für 2 bis 3 Personen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness
Erholsame Tage am Comer See
Alles Tip Top.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anke S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wohnen mit absoluter Wohlfühlatmosphäre,toller Aussicht und einem perfekten Gastgeber
Auf jeden Fall empfehlenswert,es gibt gar nichts auszusetzen.Paolo,der Vermieter ist ein über aus freundlicher,symphatischer Gastgeber.Er ist stets bemüht,alle Fragen zu beantworten und behilflich zubsein,wenn nötig.Wir waren rundum zufrieden, haben es schon Freunden empfohlen und wollen unbedingt wieder hin fahren.Auch der Preis ist sehr fair.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Altes Steinhaus
Das Appartement war ein sehr geschmackvoll restauriertes altes Steinhaus, modern eingerichtet. Paolo, der Vermieter war super nett und hilfsbereit. Alles sehr zu empfehlen.

10/10 Excellent

Marja v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Zeer schone, compleet ingerichte, gezellige woning met een leuk tuintje en eenmalig uitzicht.
Zeer positief.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr zu empfehlen
Alles super ,hat uns sehr gut gefallen.

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schöne Fewo in ruhiger Lage mit Seeblick.
Die FeWo hat alles, was man braucht. Die Lage ist top und der Vermieter sehr nett und hilfsbereit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Renate B.

Klein aber fein
es war für 2 Personen wunderbar. Ein Häuschen ganz allein! Für eine Familie sicher zu eng, aber um ein paar Tage abzuschalten prima geeignet. Man ist am Hang und hat somit die Möglichkeit sowohl zum See zu gelangen, als auch in den Bergen zu wandern. Auch die Heizung hat jetzt im Frühjahr prima funktioniert. Man kann die Ferienwohnung wärmstens weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019