Villa Miradorio

The villa

Villa Miradorio is a fabulous and beautifully - appointed villa that sits by Lake Como, close to the heart of Pianello del Lario village. The views across the water and to the mountains beyond are simply spectacular. And they can be enjoyed from inside the villa’s comfortable interior, as well as from the wonderful outside space. The pebble beach is practically on the doorstep, with a public footpath between the villa and the shore leading to other picturesque lakeside spots. Spacious and comfortable, Villa Miradorio offers accommodation that’s ideally suited to large groups. Rooms feature a tasteful combination of classic pieces of furniture and plenty of modern conveniences, making this an ideal holiday home for rest and relaxation. On the ground floor is a bright and airy living room with comfortable sofas for chatting and socialising. French doors take you straight out onto the terrace with panoramic lake views. Meals are also sociable and lively affairs, with the table in the formal dining room seating up to 14 people. There’s also a fully - fitted kitchen and a games room to keep the children happy and entertained. The eight first - floor bedrooms at Villa Miradoria are all light and many also have clear views over the lake. There are five air - conditioned double bedrooms, with two of them also having an adjoining single bedroom, perfect for families. Some bedrooms have access to a balcony terrace with outdoor seating for soaking up the views and atmosphere. There are six well - appointed bathrooms to be found over the two floors. The large terrace is home to an outdoor dining area, as well as sun loungers for chilling out on. Around the terrace are lawns dotted with colourful plants and flowers. There’s also a private, heated swimming pool that can be covered. With a pebble public beach just a few minutes’ walk away, you can get involved with some of the most popular activities in this area in no time at all. Go swimming, windsurfing, waterskiing and sailing to fully appreciate the natural beauty of Lake Como. Many of the Italian Lakes’ other picturesque towns are within easy reach, either by ferry or car. Visit the charming town of Bellagio and impressive Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo with its beautiful botanical garden.

With a public footpath running along the boundary of the villa, enjoying a lakeside stroll couldn’t be easier. A pebble beach is just a 'stone's throw away' too. Here you can go swimming in the lake, as well as windsurfing, waterskiing and sailing. Keep walking along Lake Como to reach the centre of Pianello del Lario village with its shops, restaurant, bank and post office. You can keep walking along the promenade to take in picturesque lake views and charming towns along the way. Just behind the villa is a boat museum that features hundreds of lake boats dating from the 19th century to more modern times. It’s a great way of learning about Lake Como’s nautical history over the last couple of centuries. Former fishing village, Santa Maria Rezzonico (4km), is further south along the lake from the villa. Its narrow streets are full of archways and stairways, creating a maze - like feel to the town. Along with plenty of beautiful stone buildings, there are several historic sites of interest. These include ornate 14th - century church of Santa Maria Assunta and the towering castle that overlooks the town. The old town of Menaggio (10km) is well worth a visit, with a mostly - ruined, medieval castle and its walls that you can walk along for spectacular lake views. There’s also a Lido by the water with swimming pools, a sandy beach and plenty of activities for children. Walk around the lovely botanical garden that’s full of ancient trees and colourful plants at Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo (15km). Also marvel at the extensive art on show inside the museum housed inside the villa. Be sure to visit the cosmopolitan city of Como (46km) to enjoy its historic centre, shops, restaurants and café culture. You can also catch the train to stylish Milan from here.