Il Campanello - character village home on Lake Como – Home 580396 House
- 2 bedrooms
- 4 sleeps
- 4 nights min stay
Il Campanello - character village home on Lake Como – Home 580396
- House
- 2 bedrooms
- sleeps 4
- 4 nights min stay
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Child Friendly
- Car not necessary
- No pets allowed
Description from owner
Description
This charming village house, 300 years old and steeped in history, has been fully renovated to provide modern comfortable character accommodation with stunning views of Lake Como and the surrounding mountains. For families, groups or couples, this house has a special quality. Just stand by the window and let your heart soar!
Although the building is centuries old, the decor is light and contemporary, but with touches of cosiness, like the wood-burning stove, to make sure that the house is welcoming all year round. Its thick stone walls mean it is never too hot in summer nor too cold in winter. It was once part of a home of a noble family, which became a convent on the Antica Via Regina, so it has had a long tradition of welcoming travellers to the lake area, a tradition that we are happy to continue!
We've provided lots of information and maps to help you make the most of every day. But if you don't feel like going far, this is the perfect place, because the lovely beach, perfect for swimming and sunbathing, is only five minutes down a cobbled path, and the village has everything you need.
Because the house is in the oldest part of the village which is not accessible for cars, we do not have a dedicated parking space. However there are several options for free public parking within a short walk from the house. For those who would prefer to be car-free, we find that it is perfectly possible to enjoy a wonderful holiday here using public transport. The main bus service that runs the length of the lake is only a few minutes walk down the hill.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds - 2 Full baths
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Mountain Views
- Balcony or terrace
- Bicycles available
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Stove
- Fridge
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
100% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least two weeks before check-in.
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2 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
Please take your rubbish to the communal bins at the car park and separate glass, paper and plastic, before you leave.
Relax and enjoy your holiday!
About the owner
Kate G.
- Calendar last updated:
- 08 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 10
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, Italian
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 23 reviews
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23 reviews
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- Very Good
- 3
- Average
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“The perfect house and location to enjoy Lake Como”
With all the restrictions and complications around travel during these strange times, we were so delighted and relieved to have been able to continue with our Italian holiday and spend a week of that … More
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“Wonderful 300 year old peaceful property with a breathtaking view of Lake Como”
This unique and historic property can be reached via a short but relatively steep hill taking you into the heart of an old traditional Italian village, complete with cobbled streets, beautiful pretty … More
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“Relaxing stay in Acquaseria”
Dear Kate, we visited Acquaseria second time now and enjoyed the stay very much. The house offers all comfort we needed, it's clean and good equipped. The view on the lake is marvelous from slee… More
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Response from the owner Thanks for this review, and I am so glad that you enjoyed your stay. You're right about the WiFi - it can also be affected by atmospheric conditions, given that we are surrounded by mountains.
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“Elegantly restored flat in a historic property in a prime position on Lake Como”
Conveniently located near the joining point of the two arms of Lake Como and easily reached from the main road, but the immediate surroundings are peaceful and unspoiled by tourism. There's no v… More
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“Idyllic and stunning. Perfect place to rest and relax”
We stayed for a week at Il Campanello and can't say enough good things about it. The flat was perfect for us, with everything we needed and a balcony with gorgeous views over the village and the … More
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Response from the owner Thanks for the lovely review! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay.
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“Sparkling lake views!”
What better way to start the day than flinging open the shutters to see Lake Como glistening in front of you! This traditional stone apartment is embedded in an old part of the village - you have to walk the last few metres, leaving the car behind. There is a very useful garage half way up the hill (but don't come in an estate!). The apartment is fully equipped, clean and very comfortable. The terrace is great to relax on and feel part of the Italian community. There are two very good restaurants nearby, one right down on the water's edge (Creme Caramel - but you have to book...just pop in, as they speak English!) and the other in town (Da Luigi's). It's a useful base to visit Menaggio, where you can take the ferry to reach Varenna, Bellagio, Villa Carlotta, or to drive along the lake, eg to Como or to visit villas. Kate is a responsive and informative host, readily available by text/email if needed. Highly recommended!
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Response from the owner Thank you for this super review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. You are right about the garage not being suitable for a very long car - we advise people not to accept an upgrade even if it's offered for free! We are hoping that next year the ferry will start to call at Acquaseria, for the first time in many years......
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“We made the right choice and enjoyed an excellent stay at Il Campanello”
The owner's (Kate G) description of the property is spot on and we could not fault it. Spacious, clean and well-equipped accommodation in a traditional setting with views over Lake Como and an ad… More
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“A relaxing holiday with stunning views and fabulous accomodation!”
A great house with the owners going out of their way to ensure you have the perfect stay. Kate provided excellent instructions for locating the house with the house itself having everything you could possibly need for a perfect stress free holiday. The views from the house were absolutely stunning onto the lake and up into the hills beyond. Beautiful church bells to be heard and a lovely sunny balcony to spend time relaxing on, perhaps reading one of the books from the excellent mini library in the house. The first day we had lunch and an evening meal at the fabulous and welcoming Creme Caramel a few minutes walk away where we also found a peaceful area to relax next to the lake or be more energetic and go for a swim. Local shops on the high street had many essentials with a short trip into Menaggio providing a larger supermarket for supplies. We arranged a transfer from the airport so no car hire but used buses to travel to Menaggio. The journey is less than ten minutes and note that if you purchase your ticket on the bus it will cost more. It is preferable to purchase your tickets from Bar Carlos across the road from the bus stop. There are lots of things to do in the local area as well as further afield; including Kayaking in Menaggio, Boat trips to other towns around the lake, visits to Como town, swimming in the Lake and boat hire. Menaggio has a lovely square with plenty of shops to buy souvenirs as well as lots of restaurants overlooking the lake. The guest book located in the house provides lots of useful information and tips from previous guests - This was unexpected but such a wonderful touch! We can't thank you enough for the amazing trip we have had; we will definitely be returning!
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“A Slice of Heaven....”
We couldn't have asked for a better location for our 10 nights on Lake Como. The house was the perfect size for the two of us. The house is adorable and the views from the terrace and living room… More
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“Fantastic holiday house with magnificent views over Lake Como.”
Built in 1698 Il Campanello is the perfect blend of an ancient building with flagstones and stone staircase but with all modern conveniences and fabulous 180 degree views over the lake to distant snow… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for this lovely review! We want all our guests to have a super stay and fall in love with the area.
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Kate (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Kate (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Kate the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Kate (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Kate (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Kate (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Kate (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Kate (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Kate (the owner) a message.
If Kate (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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