Archive for 'Lombardy in Italy'

Those who find a villa in Lake Como will quickly discover that one of the best activities to be enjoyed in the area is to take a boat trip over the glittering waters of the lake, out to one of the islands or lakeside locations that are occupied by a stunning luxurious historic villa. There, you can spend a lovely day wandering through gorgeous interiors adorned with great works of art and explore fragrant and elaborate formal gardens framed by remarkable lake views. Among the several examples of excellent options on hand, Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo may have the dreamiest gardens and quite possibly the most incredible art collection, featuring works by Canova, Francesco Hayez, Bertel Thorvaldsen, and Giovanni Migliara…

Planning a mountain escape in the Alps in France or Italy this autumn to hike? Or maybe you’re looking ahead to skiing trips this winter? Perhaps you’re thinking about a villa in Tuscany or on the Italian Riviera in Liguria next summer? Well, this curation of properties showcases wonderful options of all of the above that received 5-star reviews from our customers recently...

Many people dream of getting away to one of the beautiful lake destinations of Italy and if you are among them and are looking for a perfect lakeside villa in Italy, it would be hard to find a more magical spot than La Spiaggetta. Spacious, well-equipped, with gorgeous views of Lake Como and the surrounding mountains, right on the water with its own private pier, and with a charming garden, this is an impossibly scenic escape. 

Located in Porlezza, 2.4km from the centre of town, this three-story vacation rental has a private garden with a lawn and trees, parking for up to two cars, three bedrooms and two bathrooms, and sleeps up to eight guests in total. Not only is La Spiaggetta a perfect property in a prime location when it comes to its waterside position and unhampered views directly over Lake Como and the beautiful scenery of this part of Lombardy but it is also just 400m from the nearest grocery store and walking distance from bars, restaurants, and a bus stop. 

If you are planning a fall vacation in Italy and you’re dreaming ahead to a perfect getaway amongst the beautiful foliage and scenery, the calmer cities, and the incredible harvest bounty then we have some perfect tips to help you have the cosiest, most enjoyable holiday ever! Here’s what you should keep in mind during an autumn stay in one of our villas in Italy.

Planning your dream holiday in Italy? Well, that has to include delicious food and we've been putting together a guide to the unmissable culinary delights that you should make a point to try in a previous post. Book your villa in Italy, read on for the rest of our picks, and start looking forward to some of the best meals of your life...

Milan

If you find a vacation rental in Lombardy then be sure to pay a visit to the region's cosmopolitan capital and fashion hot-spot. Explore Milan’s endless chic bars, restaurants, and coffee shops and you will find not only endless tasty Italian delights but wonders from all over the world. However, if you’re after something distinctly Milanese, then we recommend their minestrone (using rice unlike the pasta used throughout the rest of Italy), ossobuco (the city’s signature veal dish prepared with vegetables in white wine and broth), and gorgonzola, which hails from the nearby town of the same name. If you’re about at Christmas? Try the panettone as Milan is one of the places that claims to have been its birthplace.