[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Friendly Africa Room in downtown Como near lake, funicular, train and bus stop Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104250000/104249200/104249137/fc341221.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104250000/104249200/104249137/b739ec44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104250000/104249200/104249137/881b3c91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104250000/104249200/104249137/cdc3a2f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104250000/104249200/104249137/090a5502.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Como-Brunate Funicular, Friendly Africa Room in downtown Como near lake, funicular, train and bus stop provides amenities like laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 2291 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Laundry - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Friendly Africa Room in downtown Como near lake, funicular, train and bus stop Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio This smoke-free vacation home features laundry facilities. The vacation home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Change of towels is available on request. Guest accommodations at this vacation home offer coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Visual alarms in hallways - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Comprehensive food waste policy - Double-glazed windows - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 291 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91390000/91385100/91385047/002c9eec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Rossa, magnificent garden and view on the lake at only 10 min. from Como Torno - 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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 013075-CIM-00551, IT013075B49A7NA67Y ### We should mention This property does not have elevators 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 ## About the area Located in Como, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. Como-Brunate Funicular and Villa del Balbianello are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lugano. La Piazzetta and Il Giardino della Valle are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking. 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This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Como-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h104249137.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Friendly Africa Room in downtown Como near lake, funicular, train and bus stop? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Friendly Africa Room in downtown Como near lake, funicular, train and bus stop? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Friendly Africa Room in downtown Como near lake, funicular, train and bus stop located? > Located in the heart of Como, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Casa del Fascio and Como-Brunate Funicular. Teatro Sociale and Lungolago di Como are also within 5 minutes. Como Nord Lago Station is only a 5-minute walk and Como Borghi is 16 minutes. ## Have a question? 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