Apartment in Canton of Ticino
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this apartment rental
Enjoy all that Lago Maggiore has to offer from the comfort and tranquility of this lovely and perfectly located vacation home. 'Casa Barbara' is a two-story lakefront property in the heart of Gerra Gambarogno, a charming cobblestone village located on the eastern shore of the lake, only 3 kms from the Italian border and within 30 minutes of the popular tourist destinations of Ascona, Locarno and Lugano. Drive or take the train to Lake Como and Milan in just over an hour. The famous Italian farmers' markets in Cannobio and Luino are a ferry ride down the lake.
Situated directly on the beautiful shoreline of Lago Maggiore our 2 bedroom vacation home has magnificent views of the lake from all of the large west facing windows and overlooks the historic village church square on the east. Around the corner from the front door it is simply 10 steps down to the picturesque village beach (visible from both living room and master bedroom). A playground, soccer field, beach bar and second village beach with grassy lawn and creek are steps away. Within a two minute walk you will find the village grocery store (offering all the basics plus artisan breads, cheeses and fresh homemade pastas), our local restaurant, the ferry landing, bus stop and train station.
Upon opening the brightly painted front door you will go up a flight of steps to reach the entry hall and first floor of the home. Here you will find a spacious and open lake-facing living room/dining area. Two sets of French windows offer gorgeous views: palm trees lining the lake shore, swans and ferries crossing Lago Maggiore in all directions, the resort towns of Ascona and Locarno directly across on the opposite shore, and the snow-tipped southern foothills of the Alps in the background.
When you want to take a break from sightseeing, enjoy a film on the new 42' flat screen TV (w/ several English news channels), cozy up to the wood-burning fireplace in the living room or relax with a good book or your laptop (the apartment is equipped with free WiFi). With books in several languages, a variety of magazines, maps, local guides and extensive DVD library, the home is fully equipped for your entertainment and sightseeing needs. We have put together a comprehensive and regularly updated 'Local Info' binder that provides you with recommendations on special events, local sites, restaurants, wineries, museums and day trips. Available for your exclusive use are beach chairs, beach towels and picnic basket stocked with plates, glasses and silverware.
Also located on the first floor is the fully appointed kitchen and breakfast bistro table with French windows opening to the village church. A Nespresso machine is available for coffee drinkers along with a complimentary initial supply of Nespresso brand coffees. Also complimentary is an initial supply of bottled water, a variety of teas and basic condiments. Off the kitchen is a windowed half bathroom/laundry room with washer/dryer combo machine.
Continue up a flight of steps to the top floor where you will find both the master bedroom and second bedroom. The master bedroom looks out on glorious lake views and is filled with light from the French windows as well as an additional south-facing window above the built-in writing desk. The master bedroom is currently set up with a queen bed and two twin beds. Top quality linens, pillows, comfy duvets and blankets are all provided. A spacious wardrobe provides plenty of shelves, drawers, and hangers for your belongings.
Down the hallway from the master bedroom is a smaller bedroom facing the church and village & furnished with a bunk bed. Directly off this bedroom is a charming balcony with bistro table and 2 chairs, perfect for enjoying your espresso in the morning sun or a glass of wine at sunset after a long day of sightseeing.
The bathroom with single sink and shower over tub bath is fully stocked with amenities which include a pair of bathrobes, slippers, an abundance of quality towels, hairdryer, and deluxe shampoos, soaps & lotions.
As the owners of this vacation home, we want to welcome you to this beautiful and unique corner of Switzerland and we're committed to ensuring your absolute pleasure and comfort during your stay. We live directly next door and look forward to providing any assistance or information you may require.
Keywords: ferienwohnung Tessin, ferienwohnung Lago Maggiore, ferienwohnung Ticino, lakefront, sunny, beach, views, vacation home,couples, families, spacious
Situated directly on the beautiful shoreline of Lago Maggiore our 2 bedroom vacation home has magnificent views of the lake from all of the large west facing windows and overlooks the historic village church square on the east. Around the corner from the front door it is simply 10 steps down to the picturesque village beach (visible from both living room and master bedroom). A playground, soccer field, beach bar and second village beach with grassy lawn and creek are steps away. Within a two minute walk you will find the village grocery store (offering all the basics plus artisan breads, cheeses and fresh homemade pastas), our local restaurant, the ferry landing, bus stop and train station.
Upon opening the brightly painted front door you will go up a flight of steps to reach the entry hall and first floor of the home. Here you will find a spacious and open lake-facing living room/dining area. Two sets of French windows offer gorgeous views: palm trees lining the lake shore, swans and ferries crossing Lago Maggiore in all directions, the resort towns of Ascona and Locarno directly across on the opposite shore, and the snow-tipped southern foothills of the Alps in the background.
When you want to take a break from sightseeing, enjoy a film on the new 42' flat screen TV (w/ several English news channels), cozy up to the wood-burning fireplace in the living room or relax with a good book or your laptop (the apartment is equipped with free WiFi). With books in several languages, a variety of magazines, maps, local guides and extensive DVD library, the home is fully equipped for your entertainment and sightseeing needs. We have put together a comprehensive and regularly updated 'Local Info' binder that provides you with recommendations on special events, local sites, restaurants, wineries, museums and day trips. Available for your exclusive use are beach chairs, beach towels and picnic basket stocked with plates, glasses and silverware.
Also located on the first floor is the fully appointed kitchen and breakfast bistro table with French windows opening to the village church. A Nespresso machine is available for coffee drinkers along with a complimentary initial supply of Nespresso brand coffees. Also complimentary is an initial supply of bottled water, a variety of teas and basic condiments. Off the kitchen is a windowed half bathroom/laundry room with washer/dryer combo machine.
Continue up a flight of steps to the top floor where you will find both the master bedroom and second bedroom. The master bedroom looks out on glorious lake views and is filled with light from the French windows as well as an additional south-facing window above the built-in writing desk. The master bedroom is currently set up with a queen bed and two twin beds. Top quality linens, pillows, comfy duvets and blankets are all provided. A spacious wardrobe provides plenty of shelves, drawers, and hangers for your belongings.
Down the hallway from the master bedroom is a smaller bedroom facing the church and village & furnished with a bunk bed. Directly off this bedroom is a charming balcony with bistro table and 2 chairs, perfect for enjoying your espresso in the morning sun or a glass of wine at sunset after a long day of sightseeing.
The bathroom with single sink and shower over tub bath is fully stocked with amenities which include a pair of bathrobes, slippers, an abundance of quality towels, hairdryer, and deluxe shampoos, soaps & lotions.
As the owners of this vacation home, we want to welcome you to this beautiful and unique corner of Switzerland and we're committed to ensuring your absolute pleasure and comfort during your stay. We live directly next door and look forward to providing any assistance or information you may require.
Keywords: ferienwohnung Tessin, ferienwohnung Lago Maggiore, ferienwohnung Ticino, lakefront, sunny, beach, views, vacation home,couples, families, spacious
Map of Canton of Ticino
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2022
Amazing home with a friendly, warm and inviting host who lives next door. Thoughtfully decorated, cozy and comforting décor. Wonderful views from the main and top floors when you look out the windows. The lack of direct outside balcony or patio space lakeside was a bit confining but everything else made up for it. And, the beach was ten seconds away around the courtyard. We enjoyed swimming and hanging out on the beach and it was very private. Parking was easy and convenient yet at a cost. Easy access to groceries (15 minutes away) and Gerra was a good location to get to outside activities like bungee and canyoning which we did. We never figured out ferry or boat taxi but it was easy to drive to Ascona where we had dinner one evening. Our host went above and beyond to arrange a late night reservation at a nearby restaurant when we arrived late on a holiday and that was greatly appreciated. Fresh flowers on the dining table made us feel at home. I highly recommend this space.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2022
Warm and welcoming host Lisa. Very personal and kind. The house feels as your own. Very comfortable. Beautiful views, well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, nice bathroom. Great surroundings, Lake, beach, mountains, cities. We loved every minute of our stay, even if we had some bad weather (april 2022).
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2021
We can only say the best things about this apartment and its lovely host, Lisa. The location is perfect in the small village of Gerra, and the apartment directly overlooks the lake. There is are two small beaches nearby, as well as a small playground, so the kids were able to be outside playing on their own. Every comfort is accounted for and the kitchen is well stocked. We enjoyed several meals at „home,“ watching the sun go down behind the mountains across the lake. Lisa was always available and quick to deal with any questions we had. Overall this was one of our favorite apartments we have ever stayed at, and will definitely be planning a return visit. We left having discovered a new area and made some new friends!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2020
This property is so perfect, right on the water, and with beautiful views onto the lake and beyond to the mountains in the distance. We enjoyed the proximity to the beach as well as a little store and parking close by. There is something here to suit everyone. The hosts are very accomodating people and everything went very smoothly. Thanks again for a perfect vacation!
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(55 Ratings)
"Amazing home with a friendly, warm and inviting host who lives next door. Thoughtfully decorated, cozy and comforting décor. Wonderful views from the main and top floors when you look out the windows...."
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