Karina is a striking and fully updated 19th Century Liberty-style villa
that benefits from a particularly beautiful setting. This luxury
accommodation overlooking Lake Como can accommodate up to 6 people.
The location is a short distance from the famous Villa d’Este hotel and
George Clooney’s lakeside villa. Karina is a 5 minute walk from the
lake shore and the closest village is also within easy walking
distance. In the village there is an ancient boatyard as well as
restaurants, café/bars and food shops offering local products. The town
of Como is 12 km from Karina and can be reached by car in about 10
minutes. You can also go by ferry or bus. The historic city centre is
surrounded by old medieval walls and here you can enjoy the ancient
monuments, fashionable shops and lakeside restaurants and cafés. Como
also has the closest train station and Milan by train takes less than
one hour.
The full apartment is now air conditioned and the downstairs
has a kitchen corner with microwave and coffee machine.
By car you can explore Switzerland and the border town of Lugano is
approximately 40 minutes away. Also just across the border is Foxtown,
a designer outlet village with Prada, Dolce and Gabbana, Gucci and
Ferragamo outlets .
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Karina measures approximately 285 square meters in size and comprises
the raised ground floor and the garden level (lower-ground floor) of
the villa. The picture below provides an outline of the living area.
The top floor of the villa has two apartments that are not permanently
inhabited. They owners may stay there on an occasional basis and have
an independent and separate entrance from the back of the villa. The
expansive grounds that run in front of the villa are for the sole and
private use of our guests.
As you enter the villa grounds, you pass the 4 person hot tub, set in a
corner of the well maintained garden where you can relax overlooking
the attractive blue waters of Lake Como. Impressive stone steps lead up
to the 70 sq meter terrace, which runs along the entire front of the
villa. The terrace has vaulted ceilings and terrific lake views. The
large dining table offers ample opportunity for enjoyable outdoor
dining.
The main floor of Karina is air conditioned and you enter it from the
terrace through large French doors. Here you find the office/library,
which was once the original entrance hall. The office is well equipped
with a television, laptop, printer and Skype telephone. The villa also
has wireless (WIFI) Internet.
Turning left in the marble hallway, you come to the large living and
dining room. This room is elegant in design and inviting with its
overstuffed sofas and armchairs. The windows run the full length of the
room offering nice light and beautiful views of the lake and
surrounding mountains. There is direct access to the terrace from this
room which also has wood floors with underfloor heating, Venetian
stucco walls, Murano chandeliers and air conditioning.
There is also a large flat screen TV with satellite channels and a Bose
surround sound audio system with speakers. The formal circular glass
dining table can comfortably seat up to eight people.
The kitchen is located off of the living/dining room and is a well
equipped designer kitchen. It features granite counter tops, newly
updated appliances, a double oven, stove, microwave, dishwasher, and
refrigerator with freezer. There is also a table for less formal
dining.
Back along the hallway on the opposite side of the main entrance is the
master bedroom suite. It has access to the garden through two French
doors and is stylish with a queen designer bed, armchair and ottoman,
silk tapestries and hand painted ceilings. Next to the master suite are
two full-sized bathrooms. One is masculine and contemporary with a
Teuco power shower and the other more feminine and refined with a Teuco
ultrasonic Jacuzzi tub.
The lower ground garden level is reached externally with access from
the garden. This level is comfortable and nicely appointed but more
modest than the main floor. It does not have air conditioning. The
garden level has a pleasant twin bedded room (beds cannot be joined)
that has access to the terrace. This room has a modern feel yet is
still in keeping with the classical surroundings. There is a bathroom
with shower located next to this room.
Down the hall is a fitness room with large plasma TV. The room is
private and can accommodate two additional guests on a double sofa bed.
Next to the fitness room is a well equipped laundry room with washing
machine, dryer, iron and ironing board.
The garden and grounds are comprised of established Mediterranean trees
and plants and flowers that thrive in the local micro climate. There
are shady areas with tables, chairs and loungers.
Due to the high quality of furnishings throughout the villa, children
between 1 and 12 are admitted only upon request. Please inquire.
Because the garden level floor of Karina is more modest in quality and
scope, the villa works best for one couple or a family with
teenage/young adult children.
Karina is a non smoking apartment. It is possible to
park two cars in an open area on the gated villa grounds. A garage is
not available for guests.
Two hours of daily housekeeping services are included and a cook,
outside catering and transfer can be arranged on request.
Bed, bath and kitchen linens: Included
WiFi Internet: Included
Housekeeping: Daily cleaning two hours per day seven
days per week
Final cleaning: Included
Electricity/AC: Included up to Euros 50/week.
Then metered according to usage
Gas/water: Included
Heat: 80 Euros per week
Security deposit: 1000 Euros
Upon request: Transfer, cook, extra maid service
Parking: Uncovered parking for two cars
Check in: between 4pm and 7:00pm – with approval of the
owner, a late arrival is possible between 7.00 pm and 9.00 pm for an
extra fee of 50 Euro
Check out: 8:00am – 10:00am
2021 Weekly Prices
PLEASE
NOTE: This property is priced in EUROS
All other weeks
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12 June - 28 August
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Euros 6660
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Euros 8380
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Plus Euros 35 booking fee
THE AREA
The part of the lake from the town of Como to Tremezzo is a
sophisticated resort and here you come for the scenery, for shopping,
breathing the luxury, and enjoying the views from the stylish
restaurants and cafés. The ancient villages and enchanting gardens are
the setting for the historical villas of the Lombardy aristocracy and
offer a pleasant stay at any time of the year.
The best way to enjoy the views of the ancient villas and their gardens
is by boat.
SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES
• Enjoy the views of the villas from the lake
• Visit the villas and gardens
• Shopping - not only for silk
• Spend the evening in Campione at the gaming table
• Go hiking
• Taste the local cuisine
• Visit the art exhibitions
• Relax, relax, relax
COMO
The city of Como is 12 km from the villa and can be easily reached by
ferry (10 minutes), and by bus. The historic city centre is surrounded
by old medieval walls, and here you can enjoy the view of charming
corners, ancient monuments and fashionable shops.
BELLAGIO
Bellagio, also known as the “Pearl of the Lake”, is considered one of
the most romantic villages on Lake Como. It is a small town with pastel
coloured houses and offers many itineraries on foot and spectacular
views. A visit to the gardens of Villa Melzi cannot be missed.
ISOLA COMACINA
Isola Comacina is the only island in Lake Como and is full of history
and memories. The Locanda dell’isola is a unique and exclusive
restaurant where you can enjoy the long-standing ritual of the flambéed
coffee prepared and offered to guests by the owner. About 8 km from the
villa: By boat about 10 minutes away across the lake.
LAKE COMO SHOPPING
The Silk town: Como is famous for its silk factories and luxurious
fabric. There are many outlet stores and boutiques where scarves, ties
and fabrics by major designers can be bought at excellent prices.
Foxtown, Mendrisio Switzerland - An outlet center just across the Swiss
border that offers products from the best known international companies
and brands at factory prices, with discounts from 30% to 70% for
intelligent shopping (bring your passport)
LEISURE ACTIVITIES
Water Sports: water skiing, boat hire, jet skis, kayaks, regattas with
the Cannottieri Moltrasio yacht club.
Hiking: marked paths leading to the top of Mount Bisbino
Casinos: Campione d'Italia Casino, Mendrisio Casino at Fox Town, Lugano
Casino.
Golf courses: nine courses within 50 km. Golf Club Carimate, Golf Club
Menaggio & Cadenabbia, Golf Club Lanzo, Golf Club Ponticello, La
Pinetina Golf Club, Golf Club le Robinie, Golf Club Villa d'Este, Green
Club Lainate.
Shopping: in Como, Bellagio, Lugano and Fox Town in Mendrisio.
Nearby attractions: Gardens and charming historic Villas: Villa
Carlotta, Villa Balbianello, Villa Melzi, Villa Olmo, Villa
Passalacqua, Villa Fontanelle (Versace's former home), Villa Oleandra
(George Clooney's home). Isola Comacina with its famous Locanda
dell'Isola inn and the house planned by the King of Belgium.
LAKE COMO VILLAS
VILLA CARLOTTA is one of the most famous villas in this area. Set on
the western shore of Lake Como in Tremezzo, facing Bellagio the villa
is a place of rare beauty where a botanical heritage of more than 500
species of plants can be admired in the gardens.
VILLA DEL BALBIANELLO Lenno
This 18th century villa stands on luxuriant headland dropping directly
to the lake. Its terraced gardens offer the most spectacular view of
the lake
VILLA PIZZO Cernobbio
VILLA MELZI Bellagio
Neo Classical villa built between 1808 and 1810 and surrounded by a
charming English garden. The interior is decorated in the typical
neo-classic style with fine works of art, stucco decorated ceilings,
sculptures and frescoes.
VILLA OLMO Como
Located in town, Villa Olmo( 1780 ) has been frescoed by famous
artists. Today the villa is the setting for major events such as the
Autumn Music Festival. Exhibitions, music and dance recitals.
VILLA ERBA Cernobbio
A sumptuous 19th century villa set in the middle of a beautiful garden.
Since 1986 the villa has been corporately owned by a company and has
been transformed into a conference center.
PRIVATE VILLAS
VILLA PASSALACQUA Moltrasio
This magnificent 17th century villa has beautiful terraced gardens and
frescoed ceilings. It is owned by an American who has made it his
Italian home. Many important people have lived here including Vincenzo
Bellini who composed La Straniera and La Sonnambula in this villa.
VILLA FONTANELLE-VILLA VERSACE Between Cernobbio and Moltrasio
This elegant eighteenth-century villa, surrounded by a garden with
Mediterranean plants, is famous because it was the home of designer
Gianni Versace.
VILLA OLEANDRA Laglio
This villa is now famous all over the world because it was purchased
and renovated by American actor George Clooney
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