La Vista del Lago

GENERAL INFO "La Vista Del Lago" is a cosy and charming apartment located in the peaceful town of Carate Urio, situated on the shores of Lake Como. The apartment is furnished in a modern style, and the light tones of the decorations will provide you with a sense of freshness and relaxation. Comfortable and functional are certainly the words that best describe this delightful apartment, which offers a splendid view of the lake and the mountains. ADDITIONAL INFO This apartment can accommodate up to three people, thanks to a double bedroom, a sofa bed in the living area, which includes the living room and equipped kitchen – with an induction stove, oven, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, etc. – and a comfortable bathroom with a shower. Additionally, the apartment is equipped with a flat-screen television and free Wi-Fi. EXTRAS In this property, animals are not allowed. Extra cleaning and linen are available at an additional cost. Transportation can be provided, please contact us! ACCESSIBILITY The apartment, which is located near the centre of Carate Urio, is situated on the third floor and is accessible only by climbing a few flights of stairs, as there is no lift. PARKING The property has a private parking area nearby, available upon request at a cost of 20 euros per day. HIGHLIGHTS AND HOME TRUTHS: >An apartment with a lake and mountain view in the charming lakeside town of Carate Urio. >The apartment does not have air conditioning, but you can still use fans to cool the rooms, and the bedroom is equipped with a blackout roller blind to provide further protection from the sun. >The apartment does not have a balcony. NEIGHBORHOOD The property is located in Carate Urio and is situated on the western shore of Lake Como. Carate Urio is a small town rich in history, and its narrow streets are lined with ancient stone houses. When the sun sets behind the mountains, the town is bathed in sunlight. GETTING AROUND For our guests’ convenience, we suggest arriving by car. Alternatively, it is possible to take the bus or ferry to travel around. ASF Autolinee buses are in operation in the area. Tickets can be obtained from the driver (cash only) or in designated places (see their website). Taxis are also available, but not easily attainable in the region. From the “Urio” pier, a local ferry service will take you to Como and some other lakeside towns. Tickets can also be bought online on the Navigazione Laghi website. From Como San Giovanni station, there are regular trains departing to Milano Centrale and Switzerland (Lugano, Bellinzona, Locarno). From Como Nord Lago, there is a train connection to Milano Cadorna. The nearest airports are Milano Malpensa, Milano Linate, and Orio Al Serio in Bergamo. It is possible to arrange a direct shuttle to and from the airport at an additional cost. For more questions regarding transportation, please do not hesitate to contact us – we will be happy to help and ensure that you reach your preferred destination! TIPS >We advise you to take a day to visit the marvelous little towns around the lake. Como city is the urban centre of the area, but the little towns are gems with glorious lakeside villas. >To travel and walk around Lake Como, especially in the little towns, comfortable shoes are a must. >There are many public drinking-water fountains in the area, and the water is safe to drink unless stated otherwise. Tap water is also drinkable. You can carry your own refillable bottle! >If you are looking for a relatively easy hike in the area and want to enjoy mountain views anyway, Lake Como Greenway is an easy-to-follow trail that doesn’t require too much walking uphill. It connects the little towns from Colonno to Griante. A bus will take you from Carate Urio to the starting point in Colonno. >Look for traditional restaurants where you can try local foods such as Lake Como fish dishes. >In Italy, many shops (especially the little ones) and services are closed in the middle of the day, so be careful to plan your shopping accordingly. >Lake Como is one of the deepest lakes in Europe and the deepest in Italy. Swimming and diving are prohibited in many areas and can be dangerous. For those who wish to dwell in the water, however, there are some options. There are beaches in other lakeside towns. Lido di Bellagio and pebbly San Giovanni beach will be waiting for those who wish to travel and explore the beautiful town of Bellagio which lies in the middle of the two Larian branches. Locals and visitors also enjoy travelling to Nesso where the bravest swimmers can jump into the lake from the ancient Roman bridge near the waterfall. >Lake Como is located in a mountainous region. The surrounding pre-Alps might not seem very high, but the climate is nevertheless affected by the nearby mountains, and temperatures can change quickly. Be particularly attentive to the weather when hiking, and bring some warm and waterproof clothes with you! EXPERIENCES There are so many great things to do around Lake Como! We can suggest and help you to arrange the following: >Private boat rides >Kayaks/SUPs in the lake >Flights in a seaplane above the lake >Yoga and meditation classes >Wine tastings >Cooking classes >Hiking and foraging >Mountain-bike tours >Trekking in the mountains >Guided tours to Milan For more information, please contact us, and we will be thrilled to advise specific experiences that would suit your taste! OTHER THINGS TO NOTE Please note that all guests are required to pay a city tax of 1€ per night per person. According to Italian laws, every guest’s personal ID will be requested before check-in. In order to speed up the check-in process, we kindly ask all guests to fill out the online check-in form which is sent via e-mail along with the booking confirmation. In this property, it is mandatory to separate the garbage. Recycling laws are strict in Italy.