Casa Lario

Close to sledding, cross-country skiing, and more, this smoke-free vacation home brings it all within reach. If you'd like to explore the area, you can make the 19-minute drive to Menaggio Beach or the 13-minute drive to Lake Lugano.

Relax in the garden or sip a drink on the deck or patio of this 1938-sq-ft vacation home, which also offers a firepit and a BBQ grill. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, TV, stereo, and DVD player.

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom rental features a sofa bed and a fireplace. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, a bidet, and towels. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and cookware. And because there's access to laundry facilities, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.