My wife and I rented Giuseppe’s property with another couple during our time in Italy and it was by far the highlight of our trip. The home is beautiful right from the start as you pull in off the street through a Jasmine covered gate and approach the front door through a quaint walkway lined with old vines and flowers. Inside the house was well appointed and spotless. What we did not realize is the upstairs actually has three bedrooms, 2 with king sized beds and balconies over looking the water, and one with two twins. Another room in the basement also has a king and patio. The back porch was breathtaking with its seamless transition to the lake and amazing views. There were cherry trees hanging over the yard at peak ripeness which made for a wonderful snack after taking a dip in the lake or touring in the provided kayaks. Giuseppe was kind, attentive, and provided numerous recommendations. Are personal favorites were a morning cappuccino at Vassena Cafe with the barista Wendy and dinner at Al Molo, all within easy walking distance (<5min) and with beautiful views of the lake. This is a quieter side of the lake, with less bustle than the more western tip of the Y. However, Bellagio is only a 10min drive (careful, the roads are quite narrow and can by nerve wracking for American drivers) and from there it’s easy to navigate to more popular towns. For us, Vassena provided a quiet and peaceful haven from which to take day trips or just enjoy being out on the lake. Book this place if you can!