Il Giardino sul Torrente

GENERAL INFO
"Il Giardino Sul Torrente" is an independent two-story townhouse accompanied by a charming little garden - furnished with a table, chairs, and an umbrella - providing tranquility and privacy. The interiors offer a perfect blend of vintage and modern elements. In particular, the combination of antique and contemporary furniture melds seamlessly, turning this nature-surrounded dwelling into a unique place to spend your holiday in serenity. Furthermore, details such as the barrel vault in the living room and a piano add a rustic and classical touch to the interior's aesthetics.

ADDITIONAL INFO
This house can comfortably accommodate up to four people, making it an ideal choice for a family or a small group of friends seeking a peaceful stay. The property spans two floors, the ground floor and the first floor. On the ground floor, you will find a living room furnished with a television, a bookshelf, and a fireplace - there is no sofa bed though. There is also a well-equipped kitchen with an induction cooktop and a small bathroom with a sink and toilet. On the first floor, there are two double bedrooms - one of which features a spacious walk-in closet, and a bathroom with a separate bathtub and shower. Additionally, a washing machine is available in the laundry room on the first floor.

EXTRAS
In this property, pets are allowed upon request and at an additional cost to ensure an anti-allergen cleaning service.
Baby beds are available at an extra cost.
Extra cleaning and linen are available at an additional cost.
Transportation can be provided, please contact us!

PARKING
The property does not have private parking, but it is possible to park on the street nearby.

ACCESSIBILITY
This house is located in Cernobbio. However, it is not situated in the town centre - to reach the house, it takes about a 15/20-minute walk uphill from the village. From the centre of Cernobbio, it takes approximately 5 minutes by car to get near the property, following a somewhat narrow road with a few hairpin bends. Specifically, once you have parked your car on the street, you will need to walk about 50 metres to reach the property, crossing a small bridge over a stream. For these reasons, and given that the house is on two communicating floors with stairs, it is necessary to have no mobility issues.

HIGHLIGHTS & HOME TRUTHS
>A townhouse where you will find tranquility and privacy.
>The house is not equipped with air conditioning, but you can use fans to cool the rooms.

NEIGHBOURHOOD
This house is located in Cernobbio, a characteristic lakeside town 7 km from Como city and near the Swiss border. Cernobbio is home to some of the most famous Lake Como villas such as Villa d’Este and Villa Erba.There are bars and restaurants in the area and a supermarket nearby

GETTING AROUND
For our guests' convenience, we suggest arriving by car. However, travelling to and from Cernobbio is also quite easy with public transport. There are many ASF Autolinee bus lines connecting Cernobbio to Como city and other lakeside towns. Tickets can be obtained from the driver (cash only) or in designated places in Cernobbio and Como. Please note that the buses don't run very often and services stop at around 10 pm! Taxi rides are available, but not easily attainable in the region.
Another option is to take the ferry from the pier on the lakefront and travel to Como and other nearby locations. Timetables and tickets are available on the Navigazione Laghi website.
From Como, it is easy to travel to Milan and Switzerland (Lugano, Bellinzona, Locarno) by train. There are also public ferries traveling to other lakeside towns from the pier in Como center.
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 marvellous 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 to the starting point in Colonno.
>Another nice hike in the area is the Via Verde which connects Laglio to Moltrasio.
>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. Look for the nearest “lido”.
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 3€ 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.