[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, a short walk to Lake Lugano ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27198000/27197901/22bd1867.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27198000/27197901/2414548e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27198000/27197901/11143bc3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27198000/27197901/10f79ae0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27198000/27197901/19258486.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. 10 Exceptional ### Entire chalet 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - 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 ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33340000/33332000/33331953/90-5a182ecf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa with swimming pool and large garden with parking (license no. 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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. Como-Brunate Funicular and Villa del Balbianello are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lugano. 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 - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - FoxTown Factory Stores - 7 min drive - 7.3 km - Swissminiatur - 10 min drive - 12.1 km - Casinò di Campione - 13 min drive - 13.1 km - Palazzo dei Congressi - 18 min drive - 21.1 km ### Getting around - Capolago Riva S Vitale Station - 4 min drive - Lugano Funicular Station - 18 min drive - Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 33 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Caffé Vecchio Teatro - ‬18 min drive - ‪Ristorante Al Battello - ‬18 min drive - ‪Osteria San Giorgio - ‬3 min drive - ‪Ristorante Il Giardino - ‬13 min drive - ‪Cantinetta Caprese - ‬10 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? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale? > Check-out is at 9:30 AM. ### Where is Direct on Lugano Lake: Take a Swim from your Villa - Cottage for 4 people in Riva San Vitale located? > Situated on the waterfront, this chalet is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Lugano, Baptisterium Riva San Vitale, and Monte San Giorgio. FoxTown Factory Stores and Swissminiatur are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## 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 10 ### 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 ### 10/10 Cleanliness 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 #### 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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