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La Porta Rossa by Wonderful Italy

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Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Living area
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Lake view

Explore the area

Map
Varenna
  • Villa Monastero
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Castello di Vezio
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Villa Serbelloni
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪105 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

La Porta Rossa by Wonderful Italy

Sophisticated and elegant apartment in the heart of the historic center of Varenna, a few steps from one of the most beautiful beaches of the village.

The apartment is located on the first floor of a building with no elevator and is spread over two levels. It opens onto the living area, consisting of an open space with a sofa, a television, a dining table and a fully-equipped kitchen with an oven, a dishwasher, a kettle, a juicer and a toaster. The sleeping area includes two bedrooms with a queen-size bed each, one of them situated on the second level of the apartment. Two bathrooms with shower complete the layout.

At guests' disposal amenities such as washing machine, iron, wi-fi, air conditioning and heating.

Cot available upon request, at an extra cost of 35€ per stay.

*Upon arrival or a few days before arrival it may be required to pay a tourist tax, which varies according to local regulations. You will find your reservation details within the Guest Area of Wonderful Italy.

*In the area where the accommodation is located there are no taxis or public transport available for short local transport. It is therefore advisable to reach the destination by car.

Lake Como offers some of the most striking urban, landscape and architectural gems of the entire Italian peninsula. Among these treasures stands Varenna, one of the most popular tourist destinations of Lake Como thanks to its wealth of history, art and culture. Villa Monastero and Villa Cipressi are among the most famous points of interest in the village, with their gardens, their beautiful landscapes and original furnishings. Varenna is the ideal place for a walk along the lake, its old town is famous for its peculiar alleys and the Walk of the Lovers, which connects the pier with the village. On the promontory overlooking Varenna you can also visit the Castle of Vezio, dating back to the second century BC, from to admire a 360 degree view. Nature is the frame of this territory and through paths and walks, such as the Greenway of the Patriarchs and the Wayfarer’s Pat, you can immerse yourself in the discovery of views and landscapes rich in history.
Connected to Menaggio and Bellagio by ferry service, it is also easily accessible from Switzerland, thanks to its central location on the eastern branch of Lake Como.

The apartment is 600 m from Varenna Pier and 1 hour and 10-minute drive from Orio al Serio Airport.
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Villa Monastero. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 2 bathrooms in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Steps from Villa Monastero and Civic Museum of Ornithology and Natural Sciences

Property manager

wonderfulitaly

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,152 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number IT097084C2CKKSSLNK, 097084-CNI-00105

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

417742

La Porta Rossa by Wonderful Italy Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful
Ours was a short but very sweet stay at Porta Rossa. We had to make last minute plans and fell into this gem! We want to come back again and will plan it when this place is available. Walking distance to train and all the shopping and boat trips you could ever imagine in the region.The views of the Lake Como were spectacular. Book this place whenever you can.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view with convenient location
The apartment has a nice view and is conveniently located near the town center, as well as a small swimming beach. A coffee-maker with sufficient coffee and a washing machine with two detergent pods were provided and worked well. We hung our clothes to dry, using the many hangers in the closets. The weather during our stay was in the 90s F, and two of the four A/C units weren't working properly, making the loft a bit uncomfortable. Additionally, our suitcases were too big to bring up the spiral staircase, which was a little inconvenient. The apartment is probably better suited to backpackers, as is the town. Many streets are actually steep alleys of stairs, which is charming, but difficult when carrying large, heavy luggage. The wifi was spotty, but that could be a Varenna-wide problem with so many visitors packed into a town with fewer than 1,000 residents. I sent a WhatsApp about the A/C and wifi, but did not try the provided phone numbers due to issues with my international calling plan. We enjoyed our stay, swimming most days, sampling several good restaurants and gelaterias, visiting the villa gardens, and day-tripping to Bellagio and Bellamo. The ferries are busy, and private boats are expensive, but it was still fun, and we thoroughly enjoyed the nonstop gorgeous views. We would definitely consider returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Varenna
Overall this property was lovely. Very nice apartment and beautiful town with lots to do and places to eat. The only issue we had during our stay was a problem connecting to the Internet, which never got remedied, despite multiple tries to get help from the owners and thru VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard B., Philadelphia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Varenna Benny
Beautiful, quaint and peaceful town with plenty to do. Our place was the best location in town. Great spot with perfect views. Outstanding
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, very central. Internet came and went but suspect that was for all of Varenna!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Varenna Apartment
The apartment was a good option for our time in Varenna.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C., Fresno CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and nice views
The property is centrally located where you will want to be, however that comes with a little bit of noise at night, but its totally worth it. The unit is clean and comfortable. The 2nd bedroom is up a pretty narrow spiral staircase so it's not conducive to bringing up large pieces of luggage. Overall, it was a really nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Great location, view is amazing. Looks just like pictures
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Varenna!
Che perfezione! This was a wonderful place. Perfect location in Varenna with views of the lake and close to everything. Very fun apartment with everything you would need. Very clean and parking was a very short walk. Check-in was online and easy with the bonus of a lock box entry. Thank you for the wonderful stay! We cannot wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

EA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Loved the location. Very comfortable for 4 people.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Frank, LYNBROOK

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent. It was on level with the road and a small plaza with several restaurant sand you could walk down to the lake where more restaurant options were available. Once you walk down to the lake the views are spectacular. Ferry service is very accessible to the other towns. Biggest downside was communication in general. Took days to her back when sending a whats app message. Also ferry service must be purchased day of so you cant buy tickets for the next day ferries in advance. Lines for ferry purchase can be long, especiall for Bellagio so plan to get there early. Varenna was my favorite, and that was after visiting Belaggio, Melaggio and Como. It is the most charming and easy paced.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness
First visit to Lake Como
Lovely small apartment, nicely located. Clean and had all we needed. Small glitch with an air conditioning unit, but we were very happy to have any air conditioning on that hot weekend so we worked around it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

EA S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great apartment for a friends trip!
My husband and I stayed here with another couple & had a great time! The apartment is pretty, modern, & comfortable for 4 people. Plus, the views of the lake!!! The location is perfect-right near the plaza with shops and restaurants, and it’s a short (hilly) walk to the lake. One thing to note-one of the bedrooms is upstairs via a small spiral staircase. It’s a bit challenging to bring up a heavy suitcase, but doable. And, the mini window view at the top is worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023