Bellavista Grande, Menaggio, Italy

A fabulous family retreat for 9 with lake views and a swimming pool!

This gorgeous lake-view property is perfect for families who want to explore and enjoy the delights of Lake Como. The beautiful duplex property enjoys a splendid elevated position in a gated residence on the sunny Menaggio hillside and is within a few minutes\' walk of the town’s amenities.

The property features the principal living accommodation on the first floor, with a very spacious open-plan living room to welcome guests. A comfortable sitting area with stylish sofas faces a fabulous open fireplace, which is ideal for cosy romantic evenings in with a chilled glass of wine or for simply watching a film on the 32” flat-screen TV with a Fire Stick.

Guests can enjoy the direct views of the central lake from the living area, and after opening the glass doors can access the private sunny terrace, which is ideal for accommodating guests for splendid alfresco dinner parties, with the breathtaking backdrop of the Bellagio peninsula and unspoilt eastern shore in view. Sun loungers also provide guests with the perfect relaxation spot for reading a book or enjoying a cocktail!

The newly fitted kitchen/diner is chic and spacious with its Italian balance of modernist style and practicality. All the desired appliances needed for a comfortable self-catering stay are provided and include a gas hob, oven, coffee machine, kettle and dishwasher for maximum convenience.

A large cantina boasts a bar, further kitchen facilities and a spacious dining area. There is also a sitting area with an open fireplace; a flat-screen 32” TV with an Xbox game station and music stereo.

Sleeping

Three of the bedrooms are located on the first floor.

The master bedroom is elegantly furnished with a double bed and modern oak furniture. This room also boasts lovely lake views from its private terrace balcony.
The second bedroom also features a double bed and is finished in a sleek, contemporary style.
The third bedroom offers flexible sleeping space with an adult single bed and bunk beds, to comfortably sleep up to 3.
The fourth bedroom, located separately, is furnished with two single beds and a wardrobe. To reach this bedroom, one must exit onto the covered balcony through the window door, and then take 3 steps to the left to reach a door, which leads to an internal staircase.

Bathrooms

Bathrooms 1 & 2: Both bathrooms are fitted with a power shower, a bidet, a washbasin and a WC.
Bathroom 3: The 3rd bathroom is fitted with a bidet, a washbasin and a WC.

Additional

• Lake View • Mountain View • In Town • Shared Outdoor Pool • Private Terrace • Private Outside Dining • Central Heating • Washing Machine • Free Wi-Fi • Free Public Parking • Car Not Necessary • Xbox Games Console & Games • IPod Docking Station • Child Friendly • Suitable Elderly • Smoking Not Permitted • Pets can be considered on application

A large selection of games, DVDs, and books is provided. Both televisions are fitted with Fire Sticks.

Please note that anyone who wishes to use the communal pool must wear a swimming cap.

Location

From the gated residence, guests can easily drive to the Loveno Tennis Club and the Menaggio & Cadenabbia Golf Club, as well as being able to easily reach the centre of Menaggio by car or in just 5 minutes on foot.

The picturesque resort town provides all the desired local amenities, including supermarkets, delicatessens, boutique clothes and jewellery shops and a family-friendly Lido with beach and swimming pools. The pretty cafe-lined piazzas are delightful to sit in and enjoy a cappuccino, and there is a wide variety of restaurants available. There are many other restaurants situated just a short scenic drive along the central lake towards Tremezzo and beyond.

Local activities include hiking, cycling, sailing, swimming, boat hire, kayaking, windsurfing, quad biking, tennis, golf and horse riding.

From Menaggio, the many other towns and nearby cities are highly accessible with a lake bus service running from the town to Como city and a frequent car and passenger ferry service operating between Bellagio, Varenna and the other popular visitor towns.

During the high season, an airport shuttle service runs to Bergamo airport and Como city provides train links to Milan and Malpensa airport.

The main mountain road leads to Lake Lugano in just 25 minutes, and from beyond Porlezza, Lugano city is just a further 30-minute drive away.