Title: Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire chalet # Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale Chalet in Riva San Vitale, 6-minute walk to Lake Lugano ## Photo gallery for Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale ![Property grounds - Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale (Riva San Vitale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27198000/27197901/ab33d94e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets - Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale (Riva San Vitale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27198000/27197901/19258486.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale (Riva San Vitale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27198000/27197901/0e8f9091.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale (Riva San Vitale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27198000/27197901/4ab026f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale (Riva San Vitale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27198000/27197901/2414548e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire chalet 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Mountain view ## 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. ### Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale Dive as soon as you get up in the beautiful Lake Lugano. The unique spectacle of the view of the Lake from every window of your home. It has recently been renovated with great taste and great care and love. Casa Riva San Vitale is a pearl on Lake Lugano. Here you can experience the best that this wonderful region has to offer. Mountains, lakes, sun and good food, as well as the hospitality of the locals, will enchant your holidays in an unforgettable experience. Your hostess is proud to let you find your dream home for a wonderful stay. It is in a perfect position to enjoy the Ticino. The house offers all the comforts for four people. Discretion is one of the special features of this home, you can enjoy life right on the lake, swim, boating, barbecuing, chatting and much more. Free Wi-Fi ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### 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 - Garden - Unit size: 1,615 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121100000/121094500/121094450/b5818143.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful private villa for 6 guests with WIFI, patio and pets allowed Carlazzo - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=121094450&PinnedHotelID=121094450&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121100000/121094500/121094465/6259eba5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning private villa for 5 people with hot tub, WIFI, TV, patio and pets allowed Castiglione D'intelvi - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=121094465&PinnedHotelID=121094465&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97200000/97194600/97194589/b6651efa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ninfea Apartments by Wonderful Italy - Teal Lezzeno - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=97194589&PinnedHotelID=97194589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97200000/97194900/97194857/d5cfaafb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ninfea Apartments by Wonderful Italy - Sapphire Lezzeno - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=97194857&PinnedHotelID=97194857&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Apartment, Multiple Bedrooms (Melide On The Lake) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77810000/77807600/77807579/6bc3e698.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Melide On The Lake Melide - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=77807579&PinnedHotelID=77807579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116510000/116505500/116505448/a1fa6e0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Lorenzo Casorate Sempione - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space CA $137 CA $239 total includes taxes & fees Feb 5 - Feb 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=116505448&PinnedHotelID=116505448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=27197901&PinnedHotelID=27197901&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=27197901,121094450,121094465,97194589,97194857) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules Checkin 14:00-18:00 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Heating fee: EUR 5 per cubic meter We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 is also known as 252656 ## About the area Located in Riva San Vitale, this chalet is on the waterfront. Baptisterium Riva San Vitale and Villa Cicogna Mozzoni are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lugano and Monte San Giorgio. Swissminiatur and Alprose Chocolate Factory are also worth visiting. [Visit our Riva San Vitale travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Riva-San-Vitale.dx6276079) [View more Chalets in Riva San Vitale](https://www.expedia.ca/Riva-San-Vitale-Chalets.d6276079-aaChalets.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.92588%2C8.96786&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=va7a5SrTDTws9GuCU2DUQ_vY0kg=) Riva San Vitale, Ticino ### What's nearby - ![Lake Lugano, panoramic view from the top, switzerland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6149473/10d1380c-6c6d-454f-84c0-6e235f4add7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Lugano 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - ![Palazzo dei Congressi, Lugano, Switzerland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6166325/3c0f0aeb-70bd-40f9-bc62-d5c5797696ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Palazzo dei Congressi 18 min drive \- 21.1 km - ![Lake Como showing a bay or harbour, a coastal town and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076838/bcb6d329-8441-4098-a67b-92d0d1c1ccdf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Villa del Balbianello 59 min drive \- 45.1 km - Monte San Giorgio 3 min drive \- 2.8 km - Fiera Milano Exhibition Center 43 min drive \- 64.6 km ### Getting around - Capolago Riva S Vitale Station 4 min drive - Lugano Funicular Station 18 min drive - Lugano (LUG-Agno) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - Ristorante Il Giardino 13 min drive - Caffé Vecchio Teatro 18 min drive - Cantinetta Caprese 10 min drive - Ristorante Al Battello 18 min drive - Osteria San Giorgio 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale? ### What time is check-out at Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale? ### Where is Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Jan 4, 2019 #### The house really as like a picture..location is very nice ,as on the lake.. rooms is confortable. the host was very polite and related..thank you so much to her there were minor deficiencies.may be we didnt find it ..snickersnee, wine opener and barbecue supplies..bathroom on the second floor window was defective This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Oct 22, 2018 #### The location is beautiful and we had a fun time fishing from the backyard! Flavia and her husband we The location is beautiful and we had a fun time fishing from the backyard! Flavia and her husband were wonderful and very warm. They even offered to drive us back and forth from the train station. It could not have a been a better experience. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Nov 20, 2018 #### What’s not to love? Breathtaking views, cozy, everything you need What’s not to love? Breathtaking views, cozy, everything you need. If you want an intimate Lake Lugano experience, this is deal. Nearby Village has grocery, bars, dining and Lugano is only 15 minutes by car. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin K. Oct 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Sehr schoenes Ferienhaus, zuverlaessiger und freundlicher Gastgeber. Jederzeit gerne wieder! ##### Martin K. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Britta H. Aug 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Traumhafte Ferien am See Wir hatten eine wunderschöne Woche in traumhafter Kulisse. Das Haus ist toll, es fehlt an nichts. Sehr freundlicher Gastgeber. ##### Britta H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hildegard May 26, 2021 #### Bezaubernd Wir sind überwältigt von diesem wunderbaren Haus. Die Lage, die Ausstattung... alles was das Herz begehrt. Wir kommen wieder. Auch ein Dankeschön an den Vermieter....Sehr zuvorkommend. ##### Hildegard This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Sep 26, 2020 #### Super Grottino beim Sitzplatz Super Grottino beim Sitzplatz. Schöne Einrichtung im Haus. Alles vorhanden in der Küche. Ideale Lage für schöne Ausflüge in die Umgebung. Man kann sich einfach rundum wohlfühlen. Mehr Holz deponieren beim Cheminée im Grottino ##### Peter This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Jun 12, 2020 #### Top Lage Schönes Haus direkt am See. 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