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Casa Al Prato Apt. B, Varenna, Italy

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Marina
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Marina
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 455 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa Al Prato Apt. B, Varenna, Italy

Providing a tranquil yet convenient location in Old Town Varenna, this modernised Duplex promises a carefree base for 2 couples and groups of 4!

Inside, the lovely townhouse apartment benefits from a bright and spacious living area with a contemporary Kitchen Diner for 4. Two spacious Bedrooms (each with Twin Joinable beds) offers welcome flexibility when you need it most, whilst for larger groups, the other Al Prato apartments can also be used to accommodate larger parties all in the same residence (subject to availability).

The holiday apartment is also equipped with a contemporary shower room, private laundry facilities and an idyllic communal lake view terrace with bistro dining set.

Conveniently-suited for those looking to arrive by public transport, the townhouse residence places you within enviable reach of Varenna’s amenities and attractions. With a plethora of charming cafes, wine bars and restaurants to savour, those looking for a varied self-catering stay will be well looked after. The picturesque resort town is also home to lots of local gift shops, a lakeside lido and the attractions of Villa Monastero and medieval Castello di Vezio. Varenna also boasts a Lecco-Milan train service and frequent ferry links to Bellagio, Menaggio and Cadenabbia.

Perfect for active holidays, the Central Lake places guests within easy reach of the beautiful hiking and cycling routes, the tennis and golf clubs, water sports, power boat rental, kayak hire, sailing, extreme outdoor sports and Italian Alp skiing opportunities. The main lake Lidos and tourist attractions are also on the doorstep too, so guests can easily enjoy a holiday set at their own pace.

Relaxing

Open plan Living room
• Featuring a restful
• Furnished with a fabric sofa, flat screen SAT TV and side table
• Complemented by a modern Kitchen Diner

Eating In

Open plan Kitchen
• A bright and contemporary Kitchen Diner
• Fitted with all the must-have appliances including a cooker hob, oven, microwave, electric kettle, toaster and coffee machine, fridge
• Complemented by a stylish dining area for 4
• Enjoys use of a shared lake view terrace with bistro dining set
• Perfect for celebrating those special occasions, an Italian Mama cooking experience or Private Chef can also be arranged (upon request for an extra cost)

Sleeping
The flexible sleeping arrangements are ideal for 2 couples or small groups of 4.
Bedroom 1
• Offers a spacious and versatile Bedroom
• Furnished with Twin Joinable beds and a wardrobe
Bedroom 2
• An equally spacious and flexible Bedroom
• Furnished with Twin Joinable beds and a wardrobe
Extra
Additional infant travel cots can also be provided upon request (for an extra cost). There is a Sofa single bed in the living room.

Bathing
The apartment offers a spacious modern Bathroom fitted with a shower cubicle, wash basin, WC and bidet. A hairdryer and universal shaver plug also features.

Additional
- Lake views
- Peaceful yet central location in Old Town Varenna
- Car not necessary!
- Equipped with central heating
- Features a flat screen SAT TV
- Free WIFI
- Equipped with a hairdryer and Universal shaver plug
- Washing machine, tumble dryer and clothes horse
- Ironing facilities
- Alfresco bistro dining set is provided to the communal terrace
- Public parking nearby (please note it is ticketed and is on a first come first served basis)

For extra flexibility, this lovely apartment can also be rented alongside the 2 bed ‘Al Prato G’ (ID 1834) which sleeps 4, the 2 bed ‘Al Prato F (ID 1350) which sleeps 4 and also the 1 bed ‘Al Prato A’ (ID 1590) which sleeps 2 (please enquire for availability)

Optional payable extras include Daily Housekeeping, Private Chef, Private Tours, Babysitting, Chartered yacht hire, Luxury boat trips, Airport transfers and more! For extra info please check out.

Outside
Perfect for soaking up the magic of an Italian Lake summer, the apartment offers access to a shared lake view balcony terrace. Furnished with a cafe bistro set and offering breath taking views across Varenna’s historical Old Town and lakeshore, guests can easily take in the beauty and allure of Lake Como, with a glass of wine or romantic alfresco meal.

Parking
Public parking can be found nearby. The apartment is best suited for those looking to travel via ferry, train, taxi or bus.

Location
From this historical townhouse residence, the delights and amenities of Varenna Old Town are all here to enjoy on the doorstep. Alongside lake view coffee mornings, ambient wine tasting evenings and romantic lakeside dining, Varenna also offers the opportunity to soak up the romantic cobbled streets, ancient churches and boutique gift shops. A lakeside Lido, Ferry stop and the timeless visitor attractions of Castello Vezio, the elegant Villa Cipressi and lush botanical gardens of Villa Monastero will also provide you with plenty to see and do.

Bellano’s water sports, Perledo’s Italian Cooking lessons, the Jungle Raider Park, Lierna’s public lake beach and the Italian Alp Ski resorts are all an easy drive away too, from this picturesque eastern shore resort.

The car and passenger Ferry service also promises carefree sightseeing trips around the Central Lake, to the famous resorts and villa attractions of Bellagio, Cadenabbia and Menaggio.

A wide range of Central Lake leisure pursuits are just waiting to be enjoyed too; from kayak hire, boat rental, sailing and water sports to cycling, horse riding, tennis, golf, extreme sports, spa treatments and classic Lido days!

Varenna is conveniently placed for reaching the fashionable nearby cities of Lugano (44 minutes’ bus ride/ car journey from Menaggio) and Milan (79 minutes’ drive away).

Varenna is also well-serviced with a Lecco-Milan train service; enabling guests to easily reach Lake Como without the need of a car.

Pets not permitted.
Smoking is not allowed.

Property manager

Lake Como Holiday

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golf nearby

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

  • Unit size: 592 sq ft (55 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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 Registration Number 097084-CIM-00068

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Casa Al Prato Apt. B Varenna Italy
Casa Al Prato Apt. B Varenna Italia
Casa Al Prato Apt. B, Varenna, Italy Varenna
Casa Al Prato Apt. B, Varenna, Italy Apartment
Casa Al Prato Apt. B, Varenna, Italy Apartment Varenna
1833

About the neighborhood

Map
Varenna

What's nearby

  • Villa Monastero - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Victoria - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Castello di Vezio - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bellagio Port - 25 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Villa Serbelloni - 26 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Varenna-Esino Station - 8 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Il Molo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar La Cambusa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Passerella - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante La Punta - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Varenna - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Al Prato Apt. B, Varenna, Italy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Casa Al Prato Apt. B, Varenna, Italy?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Casa Al Prato Apt. B, Varenna, Italy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Al Prato Apt. B, Varenna, Italy?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa Al Prato Apt. B, Varenna, Italy located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Civic Museum of Ornithology and Natural Sciences and Villa Monastero. Branch of Lecco and San Giovanni Battista Church are just steps away. Varenna-Esino Station is 8 minutes by foot and Fiumelatte Station is 20 minutes.

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Casa Al Prato Apt. B, Varenna, Italy Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gerald S., Phoenix. AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great location. Close to restaurants and the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Varenna stay
It was a great location and cute unit. The furniture needs updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

rhonda c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First time to Italy
The apartment was clean and more spacious than I expected, perfect for my son and I, but could easily accommodate 4 people. Check in directions were precise and the area felt safe. Perfect location for walking access to restaurants and shops. I would recommend this company and I would stay at this location again. Surprisingly, there were no paper towels or dish cloths for the kitchen (this may be normal for Italy accommodation), and only one roll of bathroom tissue (which was sufficient for our 2-night stay, but utilized also for kitchen spills).
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Luke L.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, but tired apartment
Photo's are a little out of date, however apartment is great size in a good location. On arrival we were missing bed linen and towels, and chat with the manager was slow. In the end replacements were sent. Areas of the apartment were very dusty, shower drainage was slow, and sofa was stained. Probably due to end of season, but more attention to detail would be great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful Location
This is right in the heart of Varenna. The apartment is quaint and comfortable. I would recommend a 2nd floor unit if you want more day light though. The only feed back on the apartment I would suggest is a new couch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Great location. The listing was accurate, and everything was in good condition. Arrival instructions were clear and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

ramya r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Clean house in Varena with modern amenities
Nice clean home. Close to everything, the water and cruise stop and all the restaurants are very close by. Varenna is beautiful so much better than Como and so easily accessible to Bellagio and all other beautiful spots. Couple of minor issues, the TV was missing a connection wire so did not work until the last day when maintenance guy came and gave the wire. Also the microwave adapter was not there so it was an inconvenience that I couldn’t use it. I notified the house manager, but it was not addressed till a day and half after, so in a 3 day stay, we couldn’t use the microwave most of the time. I am sure these are east issues that house maintenance can resolve right away. No view from the house, just a small glimpse of the lake, which I knew before going, would have been fantastic to have a view. Overall nice clean home to make your stay comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Good location but tough to find
Overall nice property. One point of concern. The address does not show up on Google Maps or Apple Maps. They spend an extraordinary time explaining how to get into the property but not enough information as to the location of the property. My suggestion is that you just search for "Al Prato Restaurant" Go there as the apartment is in the same building in the back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

marie b., strasbourg

Trés bien placé
Varenna est le village le plus charmant du lac de Côme. Perché sur la montagne et au bord du lac c'est la destination idéale pour visiter Bellagio et Menaggio. Faire des randonnées en montagne et se baigner dans le lac. L'appartement présente tout l'équipement nécessaire pour passer un bond séjour. Situé au rdc, il a l'avantage de rester frais quand vous fermez les volets la journée en été. De nuit nous laissions les fenêtres ouvertes avec les persiennes fermées dans les chambres. L'immeuble a un parking de 5 places adapté au voiture moyenne (les grosses ne passent pas dans la rue) et une terrasse partagée avec une très belle vue sur le port. C'est une terrasse très agréable pour prendre l'apéro, ou dîner en fin de journée avec le couché du soleil. L'agence qui gère le logement est très réactive et disponible. En contrebas, le logement est au 1er étage d'un restaurant avec une belle terrasse calme à l'ombre des pins. C'est une des meilleurs tables de Varenna. Pour l'agence: le mobilier de terrasse dépareillé et endommagé n'est pas à l'image du reste des prestations, il mériterait d'être entièrement remplacé.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Casa Al Prato Apt. B
June 2018 Excellent, central location in Varenna. Easy to get anywhere in town from Piazza di Prato. Varenna is a beautiful alternative to Bellagio. We went over to Bellagio for a couple of day visits, easy 10 minute ferry ride, nice to come back to the relative quiet of Varenna, beautiful and serene. Bruce, UK

6/10 Okay

Keith V.

Varenna Vacation
Apartment description does not accurately reflect real situation. The view of Lake Como from the living room is actually only a glimpse through a gap between two buildings standing in front of this building. And only possible when you stand directly at the window. The unit actually sits partially below ground level making the windows useless for ventilation in the bedrooms and bath due to privacy. The apartment sits directly on top of a restaurant so very noisy during afternoons and evenings. Side window in living room faces a main walking corridor where people walking by can look in and also noisy when they are walking by. The common terrace area is only steps outside the apartment. It offers a spectacular view of the lake and town. We had it completely to ourselves during our 1 week stay. Unfortunately the table was broken and so were a couple of the chairs. Everything was also extremely dirty. It was obvious that neither the landlord nor the rental company gave it any attention at all. We brought up another table sitting in the courtyard, cleaned everything up as best we could and made use of the spot almost every day. TV did not work when we arrived. Found that the remote control was missing a battery. Purchased two batteries next day and fixed the problem myself. Unit was in otherwise decent condition. Location close to central town and ferry docks was excellent. We would not rent this unit again. There are a number of better rentals in Varenna which offer full panoramic views of the lake. This is one of the main reasons to come to Lake Como. The problem in Varenna is finding vacancies. We booked months in advance and at least with VRBO options felt this was our best choice at the time.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

brigitte E.

Nous avons adoré Varenna .C'est une petite merveille sur le lac de Côme !
La propriété était bien fonctionnelle.Par contre le ménage n'avait pas été fait dans les chambres et l'èquipement succint (un seul torchon et aucune tasse à expresso)Les matelas des lits étaient confortables et propres .Par contre Il n'y avait aucun protège matelas.La propriété est trés bien situé dans le centre de Varenna et on a pu se promener à satiété le long du lac et des restaurants .
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Casa Al Prato Apt. B
June 2017 We had a very pleasant stay and will highly recommend your apartment to our friends and write a review on the various travel sites. Thank you again for a pleasant stay. Narendra, UK
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Casa Al Prato Apt. B
May 2017 This is a very modern, clean apartment. We had only 2 nights here. Great position, fantastic little town with amazing food and scenery. Dean, UK