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Lombardy, Lake Como, Varenna

Rental villas and apartments at Varenna, Lake Como, Italy,  may have lakeside, mountain scenery, splendid views

Halfway down the eastern shore of the lake, right opposite the mouth of the Lecco branch, lies Varenna. Like a sentry standing at the crossroad of the lake, it was built on a rock promontory overshadowed by a steep mountain, at the top of which you can make out dark outline of an old ruined castle.

The village dates from the 5th century - you can still see in places the original Roman layout of the town: a geometric design which allows wonderful views of the lake. The reds, terracottas and yellows of its houses, its mild climate and the olive and cypress trees make you wonder whether you aren’t 200 km further south.

Apart from the beautiful gardens and villas, there are some unusual things to do in town; for example: the Ornithological Museum in the rooms of the old Palazzo Venini; the shortest river in Italy:the Fiumelatte is only 250 meters long and only runs for 6 months a year; the falconer at the Castle of Vezio.

Why Varenna

  • Wonderful sunsets over the lake (it is on the east side of the lake)
  • A pleasant town with many attractions

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To do in Varenna

  • Walk up to the Castle of Vezio and don't miss the falcons
  • Visit Villa Monastero and Villa Cipressi
  • Try to find the world's shortest river, Fiumelatte
  • Passeggiata along the lakeside walk

A bit further afield

  • Take a ferry to Bellagio, Lecco, Menaggio, Como
  • Take a ferry to the north of the lake

Our rentals in the Como, Bellaggio, Menaggio, Varenna area include villas, apartments and self-catering accommodation in wonderful holiday settings to ensure that your vacation in the area of Lake Como is a memorable experience.

 

Our feature villas in Varenna


There are no feature villas available in this area, below are some featured villas from other regions


Lakes - Lake Garda - Desenzano

Italy - Lakes - Lake Garda - Monte Pico

Monte Pico -

On a private hilly estate with its own gated entrance, sits a lovely country villa, recently built in total respect of the surroundings.

From the swimming pool (shared with the very discrete owners), one looks down over the vineyards to the Lake Garda with its dramatic backdrop of mountains and glacial peaks of the distant Dolomite ranges.

The lively and elegant lakeside town of Desenzano del Garda is nearby and offers summer festivals, fine restaurants, a lively passeggiata in the old part of the village, an internal port, night clubs or just romantic strolls by the lake. Nearby there are many other cosy villages and castles to be explored. The area also boasts two excellent 27 hole golf courses.

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Lakes - Lake Garda - Salo

Italy - Lakes - Lake Garda - Villa Panorama

Villa Panorama - Positioned a few minutes drive from the bustling lakeside towns of Salò and Gardone, Villa Panorama is quietly nestled in an acre and a half of lush gardens and lawns with uninterrupted views looking east over Lake Garda. The villa, constructed in the late 1960's is luminous and functional featuring a large furnished veranda and smaller verandas accessible from all bedrooms. Large shady trees and an in-ground swimming pool complete the picture of this villa which is perfect for family holidays. > more

Campania - Sorrento Peninsula - Massa Lubrense

Italy - Campania - Sorrento Peninsula - Casale La Torre - Villa

Casale La Torre - Villa -

Set in beautiful hilly countryside, with sweeping views of the Bay of Naples, Casale La Torre is a stunning holiday villa with a large panoramic pool.The accommodation is comprised of three units, which can be rented separately or together, as a whole villa.

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Tuscany - Chianti-Siena - Greve in Chianti

Italy - Tuscany - Chianti-Siena - Villa Desio

Villa Desio - Situated only four kilometres from Greve in the heart of Chianti, this Tuscan villa offers travellers the rare combination of a small luxury villa set in beautiful gardens, overlooking a wonderful valley, with a magnificent swimming pool, situated only a few minutes away from one of the principal villages of Chianti. An enchanting private driveway of three hundred metres winds its way through thick woodland to the entrance gates of the villa which is perfectly hidden from neighbouring properties, traffic noise and other disturbances. > more

Veneto - Treviso - Conegliano

Italy - Veneto - Treviso - Villa Victoria

Villa Victoria -

The magnificent and enchanting vacation Villa Victoria is nestled in the undulating hills of Conegliano, a short distance from Venice and other Veneto highlights. Conegliano is the center of the Prosecco producing vineyard area and is also known for its renowned enological wine school, and is also the home of the world famous painter Cima di Conegliano. The town centre is a few minutes drive from the Villa with its outstanding variety of shops, fine restaurants, open air markets, wine bars, and trattoria's.

A 30 minute train ride or 40 minutes on the highway will deliver you directly onto the steps of Venice. Padua or Treviso, and the mountains towards Cortina are within excursion range to the north.

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Le Marche - Coastal - Ancona-Recanati

Italy - Le Marche - Coastal - Villa del Sole

Villa del Sole - Villa del Sole is located between the medieval hill towns of Recanati and Potenza Picena, at short distance from the sandy beaches of the Adriatic Coast. Recanati is a charming town with beautiful buildings, piazzas, elegant boutiques and gourmet shops offering products typical of the Marche region. Porto Recanati, on the coast, is a favourite beach holiday spot for Italians in the summer, especially in August and offers a long sandy beach and many seafood restaurants. > more

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