This isn’t anything to do with the property itself but probably good for other travelers to be aware of - in October there’s only one restaurant that’s just a min away (we’d say pricey but so is most of what one can find around Como), the nearest restaurants are in Varenna - 25-30min walk away along a main road, there’s 2 very small shops in Varenna that aren’t open for too long and are some of the priciest we have ever been to. Totally get that we visited in what’s basically low season and that’s what the destination provides

Very pretty and spacious, high ceilings, big comfy beds and STUNNING view, terrace seemed lovely too (we didn’t really use it), has most of what you might need - TV, crockery and cutlery, microwave, Nespresso machine, kettle, iron + ironing board, hairdryer, even washing machine + liquid, plenty extra pillows and blankets

Stayed in October 2024

We didn’t have our own parking

It was very close to the sites that we wanted to visit very beautiful would go again

Stayed in September 2024

The bathroom door didn’t lock or close easily The parasol and cover for outdoor in pictures was missing and only small parasol which was a pity for the hot sunny days

Stayed in August 2024

The location offered some transportation challenges, where we had to walk almost a mile to get to Varenna where most of food options were. Getting a taxi with our luggage to Varenna train station took a lot of time and effort to find.

The terrace was lovely, overlooking the lake. The apartment was very spacious, including both bedrooms and the beds were very comfortable. It was very clean and had all of the amenities as described.

Stayed in July 2024

The place is being sold as ˋMAGIC TERRASSE’ but there is nothing ´magic´ about the terrasse and it does not match the pictures. The pictures show a big umbrella to provide shade for everyone, but in reality there is only a very small beach umbrella. It meant it was too hot to stay on the terrasse all afternoon. When asking the host company to provide an new umbrella they answered that the big umbrella was broken by previous guests and no solution was offered. Furthermore the terrasse was dirty, untidy and full of weed. We pointed this out to the host company, but they did not answer. With this, the apartment is overpriced.

The location and the view is great. Despite cleaning staff being in the apartment at arrival time the apartment was not clean when we arrived. However, the host company did send the cleaning staff back to vacuum clean the apartment.

Stayed in July 2024

Equipment very old

Location

Stayed in June 2024

Compared to the other places we stayed, communication with guests could have been better. The parking arrangement was actually somewhat challenging and getting information required multiple messages back and forth. We had to figure all of that ourselves. Like, now I am a Disco Orario expert. He was kind of gruff when it came to answering questions about how to use the washing machine. ** A simple house book would have solved all of this for both guest and host. ** The terrace was truly the big draw but there were two issues with it. First, it wasn't well maintained or cleaned. The tiles were dirty - we cleaned them ourselves with multiple buckets of water. The hose wouldn't work - it had holes in it. The umbrella was broken and not usable. Second, there is so much loud traffic that you really don't want to sit out there except for early in the morning before all the cars wake up. So you find yourself sitting inside with the windows shut or trying to block out the traffic noise. Those scooters are loud. Finally, there really isn't much nearby that is easy to get to without a car. Certainly you do not want to walk the 1.5 kilometers down the road, as the road is so narrow and trafficked that it doesn't feel safe or fun. And with a car, you have to deal with the 2-hour parking limits at the closest parking lot.

I liked the layout of the house, and the AC was really helpful. It was nice to get Netflix as well :) , that was rare in the places we stayed. The kitchen was well-equipped and we were able to cook for ourselves as much as we wanted. The restaurant next door is incredible. One of the top 3 meals we had in our 10 days on Lake Como. That one meal almost offset some of difficulties we had. Almost.

Stayed in June 2024

Externally disappointed with the photos online va in person. The bathroom had mold and water would not Flow down while showering. We also got 2 small rolls of toilet paper for a 4 day 3 night stay for 4 people. There were no extra blankets and no extra towels we got 4 towels only. The shower head would not stay causing it to splash in the bathroom which required us to use a towel to dry it up.

I liked the view

Stayed in June 2024

Showerhead needs replacement. It won't stay in place which makes washing your hair... difficult

Beatiful terrace overlooking Lake Como

Stayed in April 2024

No services nearby.

Off the beaten path. Great view. Best restaurant in Varenna next door.

Stayed in October 2023

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Stayed in April 2025

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Stayed in March 2025

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Stayed in September 2024

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Stayed in April 2024

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Stayed in June 2023