Ca' Spontoi, Do-Minus Design Retreat & SPA
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19 miles from Piazza Grande Locarno in Bellinzona, Ca' Spontoi, Do-Minus Design Retreat & SPA features accommodations with access to spa facilities and wellness packages.
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Top rated by guests
8.5Excellent
(72 Ratings)
"Fully furnished and great breakfast"
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8.0 / 10.0
We stayed at this lovely old village house in Gnosca and really felt its warmth and charm. The setting is quiet, full of character, and surrounded by that authentic countryside feeling that makes you slow down and breathe. A beautiful little patch of green comes with the property, perfect for relaxing outdoors. There’s also a fantastic gourmet shop nearby — a real treat if you enjoy good local products.
We used the place just as a stopover, but it’s really meant for taking a break from the hustle and enjoying the calm. Communication with Andy from the property was friendly and helpful, and he provided a very detailed email after booking that’s worth reading carefully, as the website information isn’t fully clear about what’s included.
One thing to note: in the larger suite, the bathroom setup is less convenient, as access requires passing by a bed outside the bathroom. This makes it a bit awkward and not the most comfortable arrangement.
6.0 / 10.0
Good communication with the host
Charming location
Clearly a lot of effort was put in renovating such an old house
Such historic properties come with downsides. It is a very old house and despite being renovated, the floors in the bedrooms were uneven and I felt like sleeping inclined.
There is no privacy being in the suite as it is actually two bedrooms on separate floors connected by the common staircase. Yes, the rooms have doors, but we were a family moving around between the rooms with two kids. I felt quite uncomfortable.
I could hear the neighbors from the mini suite taking a jacuzzi very late at night just under my nose.
6.0 / 10.0
Nice design in all the rooms, they have beautiful taste! Well equipped kitchen. Easy and pleasant communication with the owner, Andy (who I met briefly). Cute village still very close to Bellinzona.
I didn't have the best experience unfortunately, I got very unlucky with the weather so was a bit stuck inside. As a solo traveller in the mini suite on the ground floor, with a group of four in the other rooms and using the common space, it felt a bit like I was tucked away in the basement of someone's house. I would have enjoyed it more had I been with another person or had booked the whole house.
Note: I actually did stay at Andy's other property in Monte Carasso with friends the following two days where we had the whole house and it was wonderful (5* review) - so this review is very specific to my experience being ALONE and in the MINI SUITE.
9.0 / 10.0
What an uniquely wonderful place to stay. It's like you're staying in a historical a-listed building, but with semi-modern comforts. We loved the facilities, including the mini-spa with hot tub and mini sauna. Some rooms, in particular the toilet upstairs had amazing views. A little walk through the quaint village reveals a lovely Church, a couple of restaurants and a water fall all in close proximity. The village folks were very friendly and we made a new friend in Luca at the Pizzaria a street down :) Your host will be very responsive and supportive - Thanks Andy!
There is very little to complain about, if I was being hyper critical the only thing I'd say is that for me too many things, after paying a lot of money, came as additional extras e.g. the use of the bathrobes and slippers, which pushed the value for money a bit over the houses star rating potential. The insulation of the Sauna can be improved as the door albeit very authentic, has to many gaps and lets cold into the sauna... but again, this is hyper critical suggestions.
10.0 / 10.0
Fully furnished and great breakfast
10.0 / 10.0
The decoration was super beautiful. The village is nice and quiet. The waterfall was welcome after our hike and then we enjoyed the jacuzzi! The kitchen is perfectly equipped. We were able to get some nice typical food from the caterer in the village and enjoy a nice dinner « at home ». I warmly recommend this place.
8.0 / 10.0
Nice design and clean
We did not know fresh bread was delivered in a bag on the front door. We missed some cheese and meats for breakfast
8.0 / 10.0
super private location. very unique. the building itself has a lot of personality. great contrast between architecture and interior design.
bed and pillows weren’t too comfy. the heating system was very noisy. toilet very very small.
9.0 / 10.0
The room we stayed in was so beautiful! The aesthetic gave a historical flare. The bed was so comfortable and the kitchen upstairs was well stocked. Parking was easy. Windows open, but had irons bars so it still felt very secure. We loved how spacious everything was and wish we could have stayed longer. It was a very romantic and beautiful home.
Unfortunately (and this is not the host's fault) we found a large scorpion in our room when we arrived. It had just rained and apparently scorpions quickly look for shelter in the rain. Since our room was on the ground floor it was an easy place for it to hide. We couldn't get it out because it crawled in-between the bathroom wall and outside wall. We were a bit spooked by it, and didn't sleep well that night. So I'd recommend a high floor. (we had no idea Switzerland has scorpions)
The shower is very tiny to have a shower curtain. Because of the intense water pressure, there was a draft that pulled the curtain and it kept sticking to me. I left it open because it was annoying, but the floor got soaked.
6.0 / 10.0
The location of the property is quiet. It is an old house renovated to let guests experience rural life. The bed is comfortable. They provide good brand toiletries. Breakfast is included, they have juices and eggs and bread ready in the kitchen.
The house is not bad, but just not worth the money.
I booked the house because it has a spa and a whirling pool. They sent me a long instructions email which I did not read in detail at the time. You have to request them at least 12 hours in advance to ask them to fill up the water; and you have to pay extra, which I think they should have said before I book it. I think they charge an extra CHF30, not a huge sum, but I booked the house for CHF630 a night (HKD5110). I think they simply should have prepared it at no charge.
It says there will be fresh bread delivered in the morning. But there is none. There are breakfast prepared already in the kitchen though.
The toilets are dark and small, no light in the shower area. The door entry with high metal curb is easy to hurt the feet.
The house is not clean. I understand it is a big house, but I wouldn't expect spider web at the light switch. The air at the dining room at the lowest floor smells still and humid, there are some dust on the sittng mat. We did not use it at all.
The bedsheets and towels are fresh.
The kitchen are well equipped but maybe too much stuff. Some have stains and it is very cluttered.
There is more than one light is broken. Especially the entrance light is broken so it makes it very dark when we first arrived with luggage. Given that the house is not easy to find, it is not a pleasant welcome at all. It is lucky there is a kind neighbor help us to locate the house. And it is not easy to push up suitcases on a ramp from the parking place.
9.0 / 10.0
two good Italian restaurants in the village.
9.0 / 10.0
Lovely small authentic village. Nicely decorated house, nice garden with hottub and as a bonus a super waterfall on a 5 minute walk.
If I have to say something- the fact that we had to share the kitchen ,garden and hottub with other guests. No problem at all but this house feels like a family house and it felt a bit uncomfortable. We are a family of 5 and the fifth bed was in a hall way where the bath room was located- I would not recommend doing that because it was disturbing for my son.
8.0 / 10.0
The kitchen was very well stocked and the host Andy was very responsive. Cute and charming house.
The bathroom as it was exposed without a curtain.
10.0 / 10.0
It was absolutely stunning. All of us loved our stay there! The bed's were very confortable and the jaquzzie was even preheated for us. It already had food there and a big fruit bowl. All in all we can just recomend it to everyone who wants to experience a little place of peace and paradise.
It was only one night
10.0 / 10.0
Very cosy and comfortable house. We immediately fell in love with this hidden gem. Location was perfect for visiting the towns Bellinzona, Locarno.. and to enjoy nature. The host, Andy, was super friendly and added to our experience!
10.0 / 10.0
It was amazing! We rented the whole house and it was even more amazing than on the photos. We had always a great breakfast, they provided for everything and the host was available for all questions. We booked the massages and had an even greater experience. Thank you for everything.
10.0 / 10.0
Rustic and modern at the same time Do-Minus is a lovely place to stay. We stayed in the 'suite' which is the top two floors with its own bathroom / shower. The rooms are beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. Breakfast is a serve yourself affair with fresh bread delivered in the morning and there is juice and eggs in the fridge. There is a bean to cup coffee maker that makes delicious coffee. You can cook yourself an evening meal if you like as well. It's a communal space so you will share it with other guests if they are there. There are board games and hikes start right outside the front door. 35mins to Lugano if you want to get some city vibes as well.
Spa is a bit of an oversell - it's a semi functioning jacuzzi and the smallest sauna I have ever been in!
9.0 / 10.0
Great old house, nicely renovated. Our host Andy was very friendly and helpful. Nice local wine could be bought in the house at basically purchase prices. Would book again.
Actually nothing..
10.0 / 10.0
Aussergewöhnlich schön. Der Mini-Spa war wunderbar entspannend. Das Frühstücksangebot bombastisch. Wir hatten auch sehr grosse Freude, da die Küche sehr gut bestückt war. Wir sind happy, dass wir die Unterkunft gefunden haben. Es gibt einen tollen Wasserfall in der Nähe, knapp 3min zu Fuss von der Unterkunft entfernt.
Nichts.
5.0 / 10.0
- historisches Haus in historischer und gepflegter Umgebung
- Unkomplizierte und freundliche Kommunikation per SMS.
- sehr sauber
- gut geheizte Räume
- gute Busverbindung nach Bellinzona und Biasca
- Auf Booking heisst es, diese Unterkunft liegt in Bellinzona. Jedoch war es mit dem Bus noch 20 Minuten Fahrt bis zur Unterkunft.
- Die Bilder von booking.com entsprechen nicht der Realität.
- Das Haus ist mit vielen Gegenständen und unnötigen Tischchen vollgestopft. Somit kommt das ursprüngliche Tessinerhaus nicht zur Geltung.
- Das Frühstück war sehr spärlich.
9.0 / 10.0
Maison typique dans un petit village
9.0 / 10.0
La struttura era esattamente come le foto, molto curata, decorata molto bene e super confortevole.
La cucina equipaggiata perfettamente, colazione super completa, letti confortevoli . Jacuzzi ottima.
Abbiamo avuto un problema con la luce che è scattata, però il host ha risolto dopo un paio di ora, anche essendo sabato sera. Quindi anche se è stato un problema mi è piaciuto come è stato risolto.
9.0 / 10.0
de prachtige inrichting en het ruime en gulle ontbijt
10.0 / 10.0
Echt super leuk ingericht met mooie spullen. Lekker schoon. Keuken was een verademing, dat je gewoon je eigen gang kon gaan.
Geen nood, maar een airco was lekker geweest. Al helemaal als het nog warmer zou zijn buiten.
8.0 / 10.0
Sanft renoviertes, schönes Rustico mit moderner und geschmackvoller Einrichtung.
Wir hatten die Juniorsuite und obwohl es ausreichend Platz hätte wurde das Badezimmer in einem Metallgehäuse untergebracht. Vielleicht stylisch aber sehr unpraktisch. Zähneputzen alleine war schon recht schwer. Etwas mehr Infos im Haus über Frühstück etc. wären schön gewesen.
Für uns hat das Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis leider nicht ganz gepasst!
9.0 / 10.0
Einrichtung und Stimming
Biolog. Lebensmittel
Freundlicher Empfang
Stimmungsvoller Kamin
Es hat alles gepasst
9.0 / 10.0
sehr toll! schönes design und super ausgestattet!
ein sofa wäre toll
FAQs
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Ca' Spontoi, Do-Minus Design Retreat & SPA. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Ca' Spontoi, Do-Minus Design Retreat & SPA pet friendly?
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What amenities are available at Ca' Spontoi, Do-Minus Design Retreat & SPA?
We found 1 amenities for this rental. This includes , and business facilities.
