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Apartment with breathtaking view over the lake, no car needed

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Apartment with breathtaking view over the lake, no car needed Apartment in Varenna

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9.6Outstanding

(65 Ratings)

"Our family of five loved our stay in this beautiful apartment in Varenna. Views were stunning and walkable to everything! We can't wait to go back! "

Tara G.

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9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(65 Ratings)

Apartment in Varenna

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

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About this apartment rental

The flagship of Casa dell’Arco is the breathtaking view over the Lake Como. Casa dell’Arco is located in the heart of Varenna, a true urban example of the old Italian villages. Except the main street crossing the village, all others are pedestrian stairs ways (contrada) that bring you down to the lake, ideal for children. The apartment is on top of the building, on two floors and outside the living room are two balconies. The interiors are stylish and modern and the apartment has been completely restored in early 2010. The lake is 20 meters far and in 5’ of pleasant walk along the lake you reach the ferry dock. The train station is only 10' far. Close to the apartment are : pharmacy, grocery, butcher, bank, restaurants and bars. Casa dell’Arco is the ideal location to live the unique atmosphere of Varenna that will make your holiday unforgettable.

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Pets allowed

Map of Varenna

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Nearby attractions

Villa del Balbianello

Faunistic Park Le Cornelle

QC San Pellegrino Terme

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Top rated by guests

9.6Outstanding

(65 Ratings)

"Our family of five loved our stay in this beautiful apartment in Varenna. Views were stunning and walkable to everything! We can't wait to go back! "

Tara G.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(65 Ratings)

Apartment in Varenna

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Map of Varenna

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Villa del Balbianello

Faunistic Park Le Cornelle

QC San Pellegrino Terme

About this apartment rental

The flagship of Casa dell’Arco is the breathtaking view over the Lake Como. Casa dell’Arco is located in the heart of Varenna, a true urban example of the old Italian villages. Except the main street crossing the village, all others are pedestrian stairs ways (contrada) that bring you down to the lake, ideal for children. The apartment is on top of the building, on two floors and outside the living room are two balconies. The interiors are stylish and modern and the apartment has been completely restored in early 2010. The lake is 20 meters far and in 5’ of pleasant walk along the lake you reach the ferry dock. The train station is only 10' far. Close to the apartment are : pharmacy, grocery, butcher, bank, restaurants and bars. Casa dell’Arco is the ideal location to live the unique atmosphere of Varenna that will make your holiday unforgettable.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Expedia properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Expedia provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Expedia

Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(65 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Our family of five loved our stay in this beautiful apartment in Varenna. Views were stunning and walkable to everything! We can't wait to go back!

4.0 / 10.0

In general, the apartment was fine, however many issues added up to make this stay bad.First, there were only sheets for one bed despite it being a 3br apartment. I had the ask the host 4 times for extra linens, which he provided on the last day of our stay. Also, the listing advertises 4 twin beds, there were only 3.Another odd moment happened when a caretaker had to get into the apartment to fix a clogged sink. I’m thankful the host was able fix the issue on short notice. However, when his assistant apparently arrived at the apartment the host called me and sent me multiple messages asked where I was and saying the assistant could not get in. First, the owner never said I needed to be at the apartment to meet the assistant. Second, the key was in the lockbox the entire time and shouldn’t an assistant have a key anyway? It was a strange interaction. More issues:Hot water in the shower only lasts a few minutesNo curtains/shutters on the main bedroom windowYou must have a key to get out of the building’s main door, this seems like a fire hazardStains on the pillows and mattressesThe pillows are very thin, not enough provided The towels felt old and cheap

10.0 / 10.0

Location easily accessible and everything in walking distance.

10.0 / 10.0

We loved staying at this property. The location and views are absolutely stunning. I would definitely stay here again. We had 5 adults, my husband and our three children in their 20s and the property was great.

10.0 / 10.0

The apartment is very nice and spacious. The rooms that are joined with the single beds is a bit small. Best really for children rather than adults. The room in the back is incredibly small but we made it work for our two teenagers. The front room with the window to the lake is amazing. It would have been nice to have had somewhere to hang clothes in this room, the only place to hang clothes was in the "middle bedroom". Common areas is very spacious and the balconies were perfect. Highly recommended,

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely apartment. Very disappointed about all the stairs but once in the apartment it was breathtaking. Everything we needed for our stay. Perfect location for the square & hotel my son was getting married at.

10.0 / 10.0

We loved our stay in this beautiful location. Views of lake Como were stunning. The apt is located close to town center and is a great place to stay. Loved the apt

10.0 / 10.0

If you’re staying in Varenna it’s hard to imagine a more beautiful place. Easy access from the train or ferry, incredible views from your private balcony, and plenty of space. Would absolutely stay again!

10.0 / 10.0

We absolutely love Vareena and the apartment

8.0 / 10.0

We had a great time ! The view from the balcony is AMAZING! Such a pleasure to have a coffee there every morning (even though there is space for 2 persons only). The apartment is nicely renovated and modern. However I can’t put a 5/5 because in my opinion it misses a comfortable living-room with coaches and a coffee table to gather with your family/friends. We recommend this nice place!

8.0 / 10.0

the apartment is very nice, the view from the main bedroom and balconies from living/dining room is amazing. the pictures are mostly accurate, but keep in mind it’s on the top floor so you have to climb 3 flights of stairs to get into the apartment then another flight after you get in to reach the bathroom and bedrooms.. two of the bedrooms are conjoined together and faces the street so it’s a bit noisy.

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect location, fabulous apartment - highly recommend. (Be aware if visiting in summer, as stated in the listing, has fans rather than a/c.) Suited our family of 5 perfectly!

10.0 / 10.0

Just the most amazing location. Close to everything and easy to walk in each direction. If you want the view of the lake, this apartment has it. We would happily stay here again.

8.0 / 10.0

It was our first time at Lake Como. The lake is beautiful, and Varenna was our favorite village on the lake. This property has some great views over the lake. The apartment was clean and in good condition. There are beds to sleep 6, but the third bedroom is only accessible through the second bedroom. There is also not much of a living area. But we spent most of our time outside in awe of the lake and doing some hiking in the area (the hike up to the castle and paying a small fee to get in is worth it for the views). We ate at Cafe Varenna, La Vista, and Bar Il Molo. All of them were fantastic. We had a small issue with the keys at check in, but they were available for communication and did what they could to help resolve.

10.0 / 10.0

Loved our stay in this comfortable apartment. Walking distance to some beautiful eateries, ferry and train station. There are stairs within the apartment and inside the apartment, but they are worth it for the view

10.0 / 10.0

We were intimidated by some of the reviews about the stairs, but this was NOT a problem for us! There are stairs up to top of apartment building but lots of landings and hallways so it was not bad. The entry to the building was easy to find by using the map in relation to the town plaza. The apartment was very clean and had everything we needed for small meals and cooking. The bed linens were very nice and everything was just as appears in the pictures. The views from the living room and master bedroom were magnificent! We left and drove to Milan airport at 7am on a weekday from apartment and it took about 1.5hrs with traffic. The payment through trasferwise was easy and the fees were minimal compared to a bank transfer. I only wish we would have stayed longer in Varenna.... so much to enjoy on and around the lake. Again, views were amazing!!!

8.0 / 10.0

We loved our stay there. The view to wake up to is absolutely worth every penny. A downside is there's no air conditioner so it got super warm at night so we had to open the windows which could be extremely noisy when a car or a motorbike passes by. Also, the host only accepts bank transfer so the total cost was higher due to the wire transfer fees. Other than those 2, it's a GREAT place!

8.0 / 10.0

We stayed three nights in Casa dell 'Arco in the beautiful and charming hillside town of Varenna overlooking central Lake Como. After entering the building, a climb of 50 stairs brings you to the apartment's entrance. The apartment has two levels at the top of the building. The living / kitchen area are on the main level in an open floor plan, and the three bedrooms and the bathroom are upstairs. The moment we entered the apartment we were thrilled with the views. The living area faces the lake, and has two small decks overlooking the red tile roofs of the buildings below, with a 180 degree view of the tops of neighboring buildings, and of the lake and the mountains rising from its far shore. Upstairs a door separates two of the bedrooms. Access to the back bedroom is through one of the other bedrooms. The front bedroom has a great view. The apartment's interior is sparsely but adequately furnished. The kitchen includes stove, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, cookware, dishes, silverware, etc. (There is also an automatic coffee maker, but you need to bring your own filters. A small percolator is also available.) The apartment's location in Varenna was absolutely ideal for us. It is located between the train and ferry stops at one end of town and the main town plaza. The town is very walkable, with mostly pedestrian-only passages and stairways between the buildings. I counted 69 stairs from this apartment building's entrance down the narrow passageway to a very pleasant collection of shops and waterfront restaurants at the edge of a cove on the lake's shoreline. The only reason I haven't rated it with 5 stars was the requirement to prepay in two installments using wire-transfers. They resulted in an extra $70 fee charged by my credit union for the wire transfers. I wish there were a better way to pay the rental, and avoid those added charges. Our gracious host, Luciana, helped me understand the process and kept me informed on the payments' progress. She was also provided good instructions on how to find and get into the apartment when we arrived. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa dell'Arco, in the completely charming town of Varenna.

10.0 / 10.0

We loved Varenna and the apartment. The views are truly amazing as are the sunsets. It was a great jumping off spot for everything we needed.

10.0 / 10.0

We went to Varenna with our three small children. It is just a very nice place, and Luciana's apartment is perfect! Newly renovated, everything works, beautiful views from the balconies and all windows. Two of Varenna's best restaurants are literally just downstairs, and the best pizza take-out in town next to them. The lakefront is 30m down the charming, cobblestone alley. All in all a perfect base for a visit to Como, and Varenna is really the best spot; most charming and least overrun - with the other nice locations (Bellagio, Menaggio etc) just 15mins away by ferry.

10.0 / 10.0

This apartment is simply amazing. It is a relatively short walk from the train station to the apartment and yes, there are lots of stairs to the front door of the apartment, but once you open that door, you quickly forget the stairs because the views are amazing. All I wanted to do was sit on the balcony and look at the lake. Every window has a view. Truly spectacular. The kitchen is great. We didn't do much cooking, mainly breakfasts, but everything we needed was there. The bedrooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. There are several down comforters available as it was very cold the day we arrived. The bathroom is beautiful and such a big for shower and a rain shower head to boot. There are some great restaurants within easy walking distance as is the ferry to several cute towns across the lake. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and wish it could have been longer. Luciana was very responsive to our problem with the faucet handle in the shower.

10.0 / 10.0

We couldn't have been happier with our stay in Luciana's property. Varenna is a beautiful town and away from the hustle and bustle of Bellagio but with easy ferry access to the rest of Lake Como. And the location of the apartment couldn't have been more ideal in Varenna: Just a minute's walk from main piazza, where there's a small grocery store, pharmacy, ATM, butcher; cheap pizza and more upscale dining options within a block, gelato just down the hill, ferry and train station ~10 minute walk. As every reviewer has mentioned, the view is absolutely stunning. The apartment is furnished very practically, and Luciana was very responsive. We had a few hot days in Varenna and being on a high floor, the apartment can get quite hot, but even on the hottest days, Varenna cools down quickly once the sun goes down and Luciana provides a number of fans to help cool off.

8.0 / 10.0

We were delighted with the apartment, immaculate & good amenities. We dealt with the daughter who had limited english & wasn't particularly friendly or helpful. Great memories of champagne on the deck while watching divine sunsets over the lake. Handy to fabulous cafes & restaurants, the best dinners were had at the charming 'ristorante borgovino' on the closest corner part way down the steps. great coffee & free fast wifi in the town piazza @ '28m2'. No air conditioning made for a very hot & sleepless few nights as the temperature soared! Kathy's mother was travelling with us & found the steps up to the apartment a challenge with her arthritic hips. I recommend the picturesque walk to Fiumelatte for lunch @ Hosteria del Platano, delicious! Suitable for maximum four adults as there is only one bathroom & the two single rooms are connected & share the same exit door. We would love to return one day

10.0 / 10.0

My husband and I stayed in this apartment, and were joined by a couple of friends. It is amply big enough for four adults, although with more people, the one bathroom / loo probably would not suffice. It is immaculately clean with modern fittings and interior, yet set within a lovely old building. The most fabulous views and the proximity to all amenities - ferry, restaurants, lido etc, make this a fabulous holiday home for anyone not wanting to drive. It might not be suitable for older / less able bodied people as there are three flights of steps to get to the apartment, plus Varenna has plenty of steps too! Luciana, the owner, was also extremely helpful when we had a small crisis during our holidays, which we were really grateful for. We would definitely go back and would not hesitate to recommend to other groups like ours or families with older kids.

10.0 / 10.0

I stayed at casa dell'arco 27 - 31 May 11 with my family of 4 adults, though slightly difficult to find at 4 o’clock in the morning in the pouring rain, once we did we were pleasantly surprised. The villa was ultra clean and is well equipped throughout, clearly it has been modernised recently. The views of the lake change at least 3 times a day and are spectacular! Believe me you will not ever get bored of them. To access the villa there a lot of stairs to climb and once outside the ancient pathways are cobblestones which can be difficult underfoot. That said each time I climbed the stairs I felt my efforts were well rewarded by the standard of the accommodation and the views! The position of the villa is excellent with or without car; nearby are quaint cafes, shops, restaurants, and bars. I would definitely recommend this villa to families or parties who are seeking a memorable break

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