Trick of Lights

GENERAL INFO
"Trick of Lights" is an apartment in Villa Sparks in Blevio – a lakeside town situated on the Western branch of Lake Como. Decorated with unique and peculiar elements, this apartment will be the perfect base for artistic souls to explore the area or just spend a romantic weekend.

ADDITIONAL INFO
The apartment is ideal for a couple but it can host up to 4 guests in its two double bedrooms. There are two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with a lake view. In the outside area, there is a shared garden, and a short walk down the hill will lead you to the pool.

EXTRAS
In this property, pets are not allowed.
This property is not suitable for children and infants.
Extra cleaning and linen are available at an additional cost.
Transportation can be provided, please contact us!

ACCESSIBILITY
Mobility is required, there are stairs to access the apartment, stairs in the apartment as well as a steep outside area/garden situated on a hillside.

PARKING
Private parking is available in the courtyard.

NEIGHBORHOOD
This apartment is located in Blevio – one of the charming little towns around Lake Como.

HIGHLIGHTS & HOME TRUTHS
>The biggest highlight is the lovely pool area with parts of the pool leading into a cave!
>Carefully selected design elements make this apartment unique and truly one-of-a-kind.
>Inconvenient access without a car.

GETTING AROUND
There is a bus service operating between Como and Bellagio (line C30) and a line operating between Palanzo and Como (C31). The bus stop is located right next to the property. Please note that the buses don't run often and services stop at around 10 pm. Taxi rides are available, but not easily attainable in the region. For the guests' convenience, we advise them to arrive in a car. Como city is a 10-min drive away.
From Como, it is very convenient 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 the Como center.
From Bellagio, it is possible to travel to Menaggio, Cadenabbia, and Varenna with a car ferry.
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 center 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 and in the mountains, 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. You can carry your own refillable bottle!
>Hiking enthusiasts can walk parts of the ancient Strada Regia which connects Brunate (Como) to Bellagio.
>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. In Blevio, there is a small beach for swimming and wakeboarding a 15-min long walk away from the property. In Como city, there is an outdoor pool near Villa Olmo, but swimming in the lake is not recommended and is mostly forbidden. 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 traveling 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.