Family-friendly vacation rentals in Val Mara

Villa Giuditta Pasta Lakefront Home

Wake beneath a 13th-century curved stone ceiling. Find an industrial-style kitchen nestled behind sprawling internal arches. Drink in magnificent lake and mountain views from a shady hammock. Step straight into Lake Como from sunny garden terraces. CIR: 013026-CNI–00010 The ground-floor home forms part of a 13th-century villa that was bought in 1830 by celebrated soprano Giuditta Pasta. Take a boat, or walk to Torno to find a bar, cafe, shop, and restaurants. Como is a short drive, and public transport is close by. L' appartamento dista km 5 da Como, km 2 da Torno, km 40 da Milano, km 38 da Lugano. E' raggiungibile con i mezzi di trasporto pubblico : gli autobus C30 C31 C32 con partenza ogni ora circa dalla stazione ferroviaria Como San Giovanni , Como Lago Ferrovie Nord o da Piazza Matteotti in direzione Como- Bellagio, impiegano circa 8 min per raggiungere la fermata Blevio - Decorazioni Savio, distante 100 m circa dall' abitazione. Alternativa piacevole al trasporto pubblico tradizionale può essere l'uso dei battelli della navigazione del Lago di Como, con partenza da Piazza Cavour in direzione Torno, da dove camminando per circa 15 min raggiungerete la destinazione. MI PERMETTO DI CONSIGLIARE VIVAMENTE LA PIU' PICCOLA ED ECONOMICA VETTURA PER MUOVERSI COMODAMENTE, POICHE' I TRASPORTI PUBBLICI ED I TAXI NON SONO CONFORTEVOLI NELLE NOTRE ZONE The apartment is 5 km from Como, 2 km from Torno, 40 km from Milan, 38 km from Lugano. It can be reached by public transport: buses C30 C31 C32 departing approximately every hour from the Como San Giovanni railway station, Como Lago Ferrovie Nord or from Piazza Matteotti towards Como-Bellagio, take about 8 minutes to reach the Blevio stop - Decorations Savio, about 100 m away from the house. A pleasant alternative to traditional public transport may be the use of Lake Como navigation boats, departing from Piazza Cavour in the direction of Torno, from where walking for about 15 minutes you will reach the destination. I ALLOW ME TO STRONGLY RECOMMEND THE SMALLEST AND CHEAPEST CAR, TO MOVE INDEPENDENTLY, AS IN OUR AREA PUBLIC TRANSPORT AND TAXIS ARE NOT COFORTABLE Villa Pasta The villa was built in the early XIX cen- tury and was bought in 1830 by the famous opera singer Giuditta Pasta hosting space for its several guests. In the park the fol lowing built: the studio painting of Clelia, Giuditta's daughter, who attended the Brera Academy in Milan; the cafe-house, a small cave to cool in the summer; the wooden theater where Giuditta practised singing. Captain Wilhelm Locke, grandson of the famous philosopher, drowned in front of his wife and other guests in the lake area in front of the villa. Later his daughter erected a gravestone in his memory. In the small ceme- tery of Blevio it is possible to visit the grave of Giuditta Pasta who died in 1865.

Terrace on the lake

Located in the heart of the small, quaint village of Gandria, stands one of the first accommodations for foreigners of the last century. The bright and spacious apartment of about 80 square meters is suitable for couples and families looking for a little relaxation and a break from the hectic everyday life. The apartment is located in front of the lake and enjoys a wide, breathtaking 180° view that can be appreciated from the large, bright and welcoming terrace while enjoying a good dinner with friends.

Soul food holidays @ The Panorama House Lugano

Spacious and stylishly furnished vacation home for up to 4 people on two floors with approx. 100 square meters of living space. 2 balconies + terrace with an additional 30 square meters invite you to sunbathe, chill & enjoy. All rooms are individually designed and have a breathtaking view of Lake Lugano and the mountains. Privacy is very important here, because as the last house on the street and right next to the forest, you are undisturbed - and yet only 10 minutes by car from the center of Lugano.

Villa Rina - Luxury Villa on Lake Lugano

Luxurious villa on the shore of lake Lugano offering guests stunning views, rich nature and a relaxing experience. The villa accommodates nine persons in a magnificent three-floor house with classic and antique furniture. The marble floors and statues complement the classic interior of the ground and first floors, while the wooden top floor give guests a sense of mountain comfort. Reaching the villa requires a short climb, which may not be suitable for people with disabilities and elderly guests

The dock of Villa Sardagna

The Darsena di Villa Sardagna, since 1720 belonging to the noble villa of the same name in Blevio, is a one-of-a-kind open space, made of ancient stone, white wood and glass. It overlooks a splendid panorama characterized by the historic Larian villas, including the Grand Hotel Villa D'Este. It offers a magnificent sunbathing terrace, ideal for romantic sunset aperitifs. Upon reservation, it offers breakfast, lunch and dinner service, as well as boat-renting and limousine taxi boats.

Panorama penthouse, incl. free Ticino Ticket

Panoramic top-floor air-conditioned apartment consisting in one panoramic ‘LIGHTHOUSE-TOWER-style’ living room, one spacious twin bedroom, one single bedroom, 2 bathrooms, kitchenette and large sun-deck. We are one of the few listings including the «TICINO TICKET» for FREE use of all public transport in Canton Ticino during your entire stay. Free use of swimming-pool in the garden, extensive breakfast buffet from 6:30 to 10:30 is included and parking available on site for a fee.

Rustic Private Cottage front Lake w/ BOAT

You arrive by boat. No road, no car, no traffic — just a red cottage on the water in a village that time forgot, and the boat is yours for the whole stay (no licence needed). Two bedrooms, a fireplace, a covered terrace over the lake, and a garden of old trees with a wood-fired pizza oven and BBQ. Kayak and paddleboard included. A full briefing on arrival, and we're a message away for anything. This isn't a resort. It's the lake, your own boat, and your own pace.

Romantic Suite with view on the forest

Suite is fully independent, separated from the main villa and located at a lower level, so privacy and silent is fully guaranteed. The Suite is appr. 40 sq mtrs, all in Carrara marble, there is a fully equipped kitchen, a wide living room with windows on the forest all around, a double bed, a large bathroom with shower. The Suite include the exclusive use of a long balcony and a wide terrace equipped with sits, table and umbrella. Suite has Wi-fi and Swisscom TV

Secret retreat with jacuzzi, swimming pool, and cinema, Lake Como

Step into pure relaxation at iLOFTyou, a hidden retreat surrounded by nature just minutes from Lake Como and Lugano. Wake up to breathtaking mountain views, unwind in a round bed by the fireplace, enjoy a private cinema night, or have fun with billiards, ping pong, and golf. Relax in the swimming pool, the indoor whirlpool spa (always included), and the outdoor panoramic jacuzzi. Gather around the fire pit, enjoy a BBQ under the stars, and let time slow down.

GIÒ - The lakefront penthouse

This penthouse has a fantastic view as the windows overlook the lake, right in front of Villa Pliniana. The apartment is part of an old, renovated late 19th century villa. Ideal for relaxing, listening to the sound of the waves of the lake, which lap the house. It is located in the center of the typical village of Carate Urio, opposite the cafeteria, pharmacy, two grocery stores and the C10 and C20 bus stop. public parking is in front of the house entrance

Studio on Monte Generoso, peace & nature

Casa Monika Monte Generoso is situated between Lake Como and Lake Lugano, at an elevation of 1,070 meters above sea level, in a quiet and secluded location surrounded by nature. Enjoy the quiet studio with distant views, terrace and kitchen. From here, you can embark on beautiful hikes and bike tours through the mountainous landscape, offering various stunning views of Monte Generoso, as well as excursions to the nearby villages and lakes.

Attic at Porto7

Modern penthouse in a pedestrian area in the historical center of Porto Ceresio. Consisting of an open space with modern kitchen, dining table, sofa, double bed and bathroom with shower. The house, dating back to the 1800s, has been recently renovated and is equipped with every comfort: washing machine, dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV with digital terrestrial channels and Netfix.