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A True Lakefront Property Surrounded by Beautiful Gardens

 
 
 
Menaggio house rental - One of the Only Real Lakefront Rental Properties
One of the Only Real Lakefront Rental Properties
 
Menaggio house rental - One of the Only Real Lakefront Rental Properties

One of the Only Real Lakefront Rental Properties

Enjoy this Alpine View Everyday at Breakfast

Enjoy this Alpine View Everyday at Breakfast

Living Room Opening to Terrace Directly On the Lak

Living Room Opening to Terrace Directly On the Lak

Bedroom w/windows & terrace facing lake

Bedroom w/windows & terrace facing lake

Fully equipped eat-in kitchen with island and view

Fully equipped eat-in kitchen with island and view

Mosaic bathroom w/towel warmer, luxurious shower

Mosaic bathroom w/towel warmer, luxurious shower

Garden Terrace with stone table, benches and BBQ

Garden Terrace with stone table, benches and BBQ

Swim, Relax & Enjoy Life Right on the Lake

Swim, Relax & Enjoy Life Right on the Lake

Swim or Relax on Teak Furniture and Enjoy the View

Swim or Relax on Teak Furniture and Enjoy the View

Walking Path leading to Restaurants and San Vito

Walking Path leading to Restaurants and San Vito

10km/10min drive from famous lake sights, villas

10km/10min drive from famous lake sights, villas

Garden Terrace w/views of lake and Alps over flat roof

Garden Terrace w/views of lake and Alps over flat roof

Property is surrounded by specimen plants, palms

Property is surrounded by specimen plants, palms

Sailing boats of all kinds gently pass the house

Sailing boats of all kinds gently pass the house

The top of Italy as viewed from the central lake

The top of Italy as viewed from the central lake

Close up photo from terrace of the towering Alps

Close up photo from terrace of the towering Alps

Close up view of Alps at sun set

Close up view of Alps at sun set

View south of lake and 'Grigne' mountains

View south of lake and 'Grigne' mountains

View south of lake and walking path to San Vito

View south of lake and walking path to San Vito

View of Menaggio, a short 10 min. drive south with ferry/bus connections & shops

View of Menaggio, a short 10 min. drive south with ferry/bus connections & shops

Rock garden with specimen plants with stairs leading down from parking space

Rock garden with specimen plants with stairs leading down from parking space

Flowers blooming in garden in August

Flowers blooming in garden in August

Front yard and lakefront with gate leading to stairs for direct access to water

Front yard and lakefront with gate leading to stairs for direct access to water

  • Nightly €140 - €220
  • Weekly €932 - €1,953
GBP Conversion (Estimated)
Nightly (GBP) £118 - £186
Weekly £787 - £1,650
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps7
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Separate WC
Minimum Stay 3 - 7 nights
 

Photos and Description of this 3 bedroom holiday home in Menaggio - The Dreamers' House
6 terraces, gardens, front yard next to the lake, 180-degree ever-changing views

Dreamer's House (Villa Sognatore) is a lakefront property located 10km north of Menaggio on the northwest shore of Lake Como. The house positions its guests right on the lake with private access to the water, which is the best place to acquaint oneself with the beauty and tranquility that make Lake Como so unforgettable. The setting is a botanical paradise as well since the property is surrounded by well-maintained, terracing gardens with mature specimen plants, palm trees and perennials. The property includes 4 stone patios at different heights and 2 large terraces off the bedrooms and living room facing the lake, all affording breathtaking views of the water and Alps. A new scenic walkway on the lake passes near - but not in front of - the property, giving the guest access to restaurants and the lakeside village of San Vito. A separated guest house with the 3rd bedroom/ WC is included. Famous villas, gardens, sites, restaurants, shopping, golf and more are a 10-15 min drive.

Golfing: Italy's oldest golf course, established in 1907 (celebrating 100 years in 2007) with 18 holes Par 70, is located above Menaggio in near Croce, in Grandola ed Uniti, approx. 15 min. by car. The clubhouse/restaurant was the location of a recent party for well-known celebrities. Tel: 0344/32103. Green Fees: Weekdays 50 Euros, Weekends and Holidays 65 Euros; Golf Cart Rental 36 Euros. Contact us for their very good website, including pictures and hole design.

Skiing: The closest major ski resort is Madesimo toward the Splugen Pass, which is approx. 1 hour by car. St. Moritz in Switz. is only 89 km from the house (1hr 45min drive). Other ski resorts are located in the Valtellina near Morbegno. The lake is beautiful to relax next to all year long - the scenery in the winter is some of the most striking, as the air is crisp and the visibility near perfect.

Boating Info - Buoy Available & Other Pictures : Motorboats can be easily rented at various places around the lake, where you can enjoy boating without a license if you rent a boat with an engine that is 40HP or less. Rents are done by the hour, half day or week. Sail boats (with and w/o captain) can be rented and sailing lessons are given at a number of different sailing schools around the lake. A buoy in front of the house on the lake can be rented for an additional 100 euros per week.

Please contact us for a web-based slide show of over 80 digital photos of the property. You can also contact us for a web site address for a Lake view web cam located 300m south of the house where there is also some of the best windsurfing on the lake.

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About Corina

We first visited and then purchased property on Lake Como in 2000 and have been frequently visiting the area each year ever since. The Dreamers' House is our only rental property. Every party making a booking receives our valuable Useful Information document, a compilation of 10+ years experience visiting Lake Como, plus our regional dining guide, excerpts taken from the Michelin Red Guide to Italy.

Corina purchased this house in 2003
Why Corina chose Menaggio

Reasons for buying on Lake Como: Refined Italian elegance. Combination of the deepest lake in Italy with the pre-Alps and Alps (water sports and hiking). Superb landscape and panoramic views. Exquisite, stately villas with specimen gardens 150+ years old. Immersion in a botanical paradise. Friendly people who know how to enjoy life. Central location in Central Europe. Temperate climate all year long (moderated by the deep water of the lake). Charming lakeside villages away from modern-day stress and kitchy blase tourism. Food, markets, wine, restaurants, bars. Shopping in Como, Milan or Mendrisio (CH).

What makes this house unique

Savour the joys of lakefront living surrounded by beautiful gardens and 6 terraces to take in the wonderful and ever-changing scenery of a world-class, historic area. Many guests simply stay in the house and look out at the uninterrupted 2.5km view across the lake. Walk to 1 great restaurant and 1 good pizzeria/trattoria in nearby San Vito, or a 3rd option on the beach in Pianello. Use the Dreamers' House as your base to explore the beautiful area from. Only 10 minutes scenic drive from the famed central lake area, villas, gardens, and authentic small Italian villages. Perfectly situated for diversions afar to Switzerland (Lugano, St. Moritz), Milan, Verona, Bergamo, Lake Maggiore & Orta.

Menaggio house rental - One of the Only Real Lakefront Rental Properties

One of the Only Real Lakefront Rental Properties

Enjoy this Alpine View Everyday at Breakfast

Enjoy this Alpine View Everyday at Breakfast

Living Room Opening to Terrace Directly On the Lak

Living Room Opening to Terrace Directly On the Lak

Bedroom w/windows & terrace facing lake

Bedroom w/windows & terrace facing lake

Fully equipped eat-in kitchen with island and view

Fully equipped eat-in kitchen with island and view

Mosaic bathroom w/towel warmer, luxurious shower

Mosaic bathroom w/towel warmer, luxurious shower

Garden Terrace with stone table, benches and BBQ

Garden Terrace with stone table, benches and BBQ

Swim, Relax & Enjoy Life Right on the Lake

Swim, Relax & Enjoy Life Right on the Lake

Swim or Relax on Teak Furniture and Enjoy the View

Swim or Relax on Teak Furniture and Enjoy the View

Walking Path leading to Restaurants and San Vito

Walking Path leading to Restaurants and San Vito

10km/10min drive from famous lake sights, villas

10km/10min drive from famous lake sights, villas

Garden Terrace w/views of lake and Alps over flat roof

Garden Terrace w/views of lake and Alps over flat roof

Property is surrounded by specimen plants, palms

Property is surrounded by specimen plants, palms

Sailing boats of all kinds gently pass the house

Sailing boats of all kinds gently pass the house

The top of Italy as viewed from the central lake

The top of Italy as viewed from the central lake

Close up photo from terrace of the towering Alps

Close up photo from terrace of the towering Alps

Close up view of Alps at sun set

Close up view of Alps at sun set

View south of lake and 'Grigne' mountains

View south of lake and 'Grigne' mountains

View south of lake and walking path to San Vito

View south of lake and walking path to San Vito

View of Menaggio, a short 10 min. drive south with ferry/bus connections & shops

View of Menaggio, a short 10 min. drive south with ferry/bus connections & shops

Rock garden with specimen plants with stairs leading down from parking space

Rock garden with specimen plants with stairs leading down from parking space

Flowers blooming in garden in August

Flowers blooming in garden in August

Front yard and lakefront with gate leading to stairs for direct access to water

Front yard and lakefront with gate leading to stairs for direct access to water

Nearest Airport : Milan Malpensa or Linate (or Ryan Air to Bergamo) at 90 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry : Menaggio at 10 Kilometres
Nearest Train : Varenna at 15 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway : Lugano at 25 Kilometres
Nearest Beach : San Vito at 350 Metres
Nearest Barpub : San Vito - 'Bar San Vito' at 350 Metres
Nearest Ski : Madesimo at 80 Kilometres
Nearest Golf : Menaggio - Croce at 10 Kilometres
Nearest Restaurant : San Vito - Ristorante 'La Baia' & Pizzeria 'Lumin' at 350 Metres
Car: recommended

The property is a scenic 10 minute drive north of Menaggio and 350 meters north of San Vito, a small village directly on the lake and part of the Cremia comune. Importantly, there are two restaurants La Baia (casual restaurant) and Lumin (pizzeria/fresh bread in the morning), both located on the water's edge in San Vito, which can be easily accessed via the new footpath on the lakefront (not necessary to walk along the road). A third restaurant, Veranda Beach Cafe, can be reached a short walk north on the lakeshore in Pianello del Lario.

Min/Hour by car (highly recommended - closest bus stop c. 300 meters), ten minutes from Menaggio (a fashionable main resort in the central lake area that is a hub for ferry, bus, speed and cruise boat connections), Villa Carlotta-Tremezzo 20 minutes, Varenna and Bellagio 30 minutes via ferry, Colico 45 minutes, Como 1 hr, Lugano 1 hr, Milan city center 1.5 hr, Milan Malpensa/Linate airports 1.5 hrs, Bergamo 2 hrs, Saint Moritz 2 hrs, Verona 3 hrs, Venice 3.5 hrs, and Florence 4 hrs. More info from owner or Tourist Office in Menaggio

Other Activities: hiking, boat cruising, dining, shopping, sea plane flying

Golf: Italy's oldest golf course, established in 1907 with 18 holes Par 70, is located above Menaggio near Croce, in Grandola ed Uniti, approx. 15 min. by car. Tel: 0344/32103. Contact us for their very good website, including pictures and hole design.

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Rental rates for this holiday house in Menaggio, Lake Como

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Rental Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Rate Minimum Stay
 
Base Rate
€210
€210
Fri, Sat, Sun
3 nights
 
 
Winter 2014
4 Jan - 28 Feb
€160
€160
Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
€1,069
3 nights
 
 
Early Spring 2014
1 Mar - 11 Apr
€190
€190
Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
€1,274
3 nights
 
 
Easter 2014
12 Apr - 25 Apr
€200
€200
Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
€1,336
4 nights
 
 
Spring 2014
26 Apr - 24 May
€220
€220
Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
€1,480
3 nights
 
 
Pre-Peak
25 May - 20 Jun
€1,505
7 nights
 
 
Peak Season
22 Jun - 29 Aug
€1,953
7 nights
 
 
Perfect September
31 Aug - 26 Sep
€1,400
7 nights
 
 
Fall
28 Sep - 24 Oct
€190
€190
Fri, Sat, Sun
€1,254
3 nights
 
 
Low Season Fall
27 Oct - 13 Dec
€140
€140
Fri, Sat, Sun
€932
3 nights
 
 
Holidays
15 Dec - 31 Dec
€180
€180
Fri, Sat, Sun
€1,168
4 nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

Housekeeping €90
Refundable Damage Deposit €350
Save 20% when you book with LESS THAN 45 days until your arrival. Save 30% when you book with less than 21 days.

Prices shown are for standard occupancy of 1-4 persons. Please add 20 euros/night per extra person above 4. Prices shown in euros and include utilities, linens and starter kit. All rentals require 350 euros refundable security deposit. Please add 90 euros for housekeeping.

Cancellation Policy

Policy available by contacting Owner when booking.

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday house in Menaggio in Lake Como

Property Type:
  • house (semi-detached)

Meals:
  • Self-catering

Floor Area:
  • 120 m²
  • 3 stories

Location Type:
  • village
  • waterfront

Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Romantic

General:
  • Towels Provided
  • Parking Off Street
  • Heating
  • Local Maps
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Washing Machine
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Wireless Internet
  • Paper Towels
  • Safe
  • Parking On Street
  • Hair Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Toilet Paper
  • Air Conditioning ...
    no ac, but fans are provided. also we have a few windows with mosquito screens for ventilation on hot nights.
  • Living Room ...
    adjoins kitchen and dining room. features large 3-seat Italian sofa and two single relaxing chairs and coffee table. Double doors provide stupendous views and access to the top terrace
  • Fitness Room / Equipment ...
    exercise bike is available on the premises.
  • Parking
  • Internet

Kitchen:
  • Microwave
  • Coffee Maker
  • Coffee Grinder
  • Grill
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Kitchen ...
    refrigerator, small freezer, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, blender, coffee maker
  • Hob ...
    new flat ceramic with four burners
  • Dishes & Utensils ...
    all necessary dishes, glasses (for both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks), cutlery
  • Cooking Utensils ...
    all provided
  • Dishwasher ...
    half size
  • Refrigerator ...
    with small freezer
  • Freezer ...
    small
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Stove

Dining:
  • Dining ...
    dining area adjoins the living room and kitchen (all 3 form one big room with one wall of windows and double doors to access top terrace).
  • Child's Highchair
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Separate WC
  • Bedroom floor - Toilet , Shower Enclosure , Bidet , Spacious, double vanity
    Living room/top floor - Toilet , Shower Enclosure , Mosaic tiles, Sink & Mirror
    Guest House - Toilet , Sink & Mirror, cold water only
  • We do not have a bathtub in any of the bathrooms. 'Full bathroom' here means sink, toilet and shower.

Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7
  • Master - 2 Single Bed , Windows, terrace face lake/mts.
    Guest - 2 Single Bed , Windows, terrace face lake/mts.
    Guest House - 2 Single Bed , Separated from house
    Small room - 1 Single Bed , 1 Cot , Same floor as master & guest, no views
  • 3 doubles, 1 single in small room. It is possible to include an 8th person with an infant as baby crib, linens, bath and high chair are included at no extra costs.
Entertainment:
  • DVD Player
  • Books
  • CD Player
  • Books for Kids
  • Television ...
    brand new flat screen sony
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    sky TV Italia, including CNBC, CNN, BBC, National Geographic and many other English-speaking channels.
  • Stereo ...
    small boom box
  • Radio
  • Books - Fiction / Non-fiction

Outside:
  • Boat with Paddles
  • Terrace
  • Deck Chairs
  • Walkway to Water
  • Beach Towels
  • Inflatable Boat
  • Garden ...
    Front garden features grass and a 10-meter lakefront with stairs directly into the lake. Rear garden is surrounded by neighbors gardens for one large botanical paradise - see pictures.
  • Bicycles ...
    Be aware that biking is very harrowing on the narrow lake roads with Italian drivers.
  • Barbecue ...
    Weber Charcoal grill available on top terrace overlooking property, lake and mountains. Grilling utensils provided but charcoal is on own purchase.
  • Terrace ...
    6 terraces in all, each providing unique views of the lake/mountains. The two terraces attached to the house are both covered and the one on top has awning. Great views meant for pure relaxation !
  • Tennis ...
    There are tennis courts at various locations around the lake. Please ask owners for locations.
  • Golf ...
    Italy's oldest golf course, established in 1907 with 18 holes Par 70, is located above Menaggio near Croce, in Grandola ed Uniti, approx. 15 min. by car. Tel: 0344/32103, or see website for more info.
  • Boat ...
    There is a small inflatable raft with oars available to help guests reach our buoy, should you want to rent a power or sailboat - ask owner for details.
  • Kayak / Canoe ...
    Possible to rent these at the main pier in Menaggio.
  • Ski & Snowboard ...
    The closest major ski resort is Madesimo toward the Splugen Pass, which is approx. 1 hr 20 mins. by car. St. Moritz in Switz. is only 89 km from the house, or a 1 hour 45 mins scenic drive.
  • 4 garden chairs
  • 4 deck chairs

Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • children welcome
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • non smoking only

Attractions:
  • cinemas
  • marina
  • forests
  • restaurants
  • botanical garden
  • waterfalls
  • playground
  • pond
  • autumn foliage
  • ruins
  • winery tours
  • churches
  • bay

Leisure Activities:
  • scenic drives
  • bird watching
  • walking
  • sight seeing
  • gambling casinos
  • eco tourism
  • horse riding
  • outlet shopping

Local Services & Businesses:
  • medical services
  • groceries
  • ATM/bank
  • hospital
  • fitness centre

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • freshwater fishing
  • golf
  • pier fishing
  • sailing
  • water skiing
  • tennis
  • wind-surfing
  • mountain climbing
  • mountain biking
  • swimming
  • hiking
  • mountaineering
  • ski
  • cycling

Notes: The house includes a multi-region DVD player which plays codes 1-6. A new satellite TV system has been added with movies/sports/news in English, as well as an exercise bike. Children's beds are 1 crib (adjustable) and 1-person bed in a small fourth room. The eat-in kitchen with island is fully-furnished with modern appliances, including a Kitchen Aid blender. Details on house position: the house is at the bottom of a sloping hill, and is separated a good distance from the road above both by height and length because the 200 sq. meters of gardens and terraces stand between the back of the house and the road (many lakefront houses are built up too close to the road and have to suffer endless road noise and lights; others are on the lake but have no private lake access). A set of stone stairs with railing winds through the gardens and terraces to the house approx. 25 meters below the parking place.

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