Apt nr centre of Stresa, balcony, WiFi, air/con and wonderful view over the lake
4.9
Outstanding(64 Reviews)Apartment in Stresa
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this apartment rental
The "Verbena" apartment is located up in the hills above Stresa (about 250 m) and has panoramic views over Lake Maggiore and the surrounding countryside and mountains. It is surrounded by a large, fenced garden and is only 1 km (5 minutes in the car, less than 10 minutes on foot) from the bustling town centre of Stresa. The location is very peaceful and quiet.
Stresa is 42 km (less than an hour) from Milan-Malpensa airport. From the end of March to the end of September there is a bus service called "Alibus" which takes you directly from Malpensa airport to Stresa. Alternatively, a taxi can be arranged for you (120 Euros single).
Its railway station connects you easily with Milan (45 mins fast train), where you can shop, sightsee, or simply sip a coffee and watch the world go by in the majestic Piazza del Duomo.
Stresa is the most popular tourist destination on Lake Maggiore and it's not hard to see why. With its beautiful lakeside promenade dotted with grand Belle Époque hotels and villas, its sunny beach and outdoor swimming pool (Lido Carciano), its delicious restaurants and little shops, many selling local products, its mountain walks and lake sports, there is something for everyone.
The town faces the famous Borromeo Islands of Isola Bella and Isola Pescatori so just hop on any ferry to discover the enchanting beauty of Lake Maggiore, its fascinating villas along the shore, the Piedmont towns of Arona and Intra and the picturesque town of Laveno nestled on the other side of the lake in Lombardy. You can even take a full-day boat tour all the way up the lake to Switzerland (Ascona and Locarno).
Less than an hour's drive away are the ski slopes and nature trails of the Mottarone mountain.
The Verbena apartment has free Wi-Fi/Internet. Air-conditioning and heating are also included in the price. Garage and parking at the property (with free ev-charging point). On the balcony, you also have a power point to charge electric bikes.
The apartment is on the 3rd floor and there is a lift.
The bright, spacious living room has been stylishly furnished and has a comfortable double sofa bed, satellite television and fully-equipped open-plan kitchen (dishwasher, microwave oven/ mini oven, kettle, toaster, fridge/freezer, electric coffee-machine) and dining table and chairs. It opens out onto a balcony with table and chairs where you can eat outside and enjoy the fabulous views over Lake Maggiore.
There are 2 double bedrooms (or two twin-bedded rooms). One bedroom has a balcony and lake view, the other has a view of the garden. It has 2 bathrooms with shower and bidet.
There is a separate utility room with washing machines, dryer and iron + ironing board on the ground floor of the residence for the guests to use.
The listed price is for 4 people; for each additional person it is 15 Euros per day, plus VRBO commission.
The apartment can sleep up to 6 people.
Please note there is the Holiday Tax (Tassa di Soggiorno) of 1 Euro per person per day, children under 6 excluded, to pay on arrival (in cash).
A dog is welcome (for a small supplement).
Stresa is 42 km (less than an hour) from Milan-Malpensa airport. From the end of March to the end of September there is a bus service called "Alibus" which takes you directly from Malpensa airport to Stresa. Alternatively, a taxi can be arranged for you (120 Euros single).
Its railway station connects you easily with Milan (45 mins fast train), where you can shop, sightsee, or simply sip a coffee and watch the world go by in the majestic Piazza del Duomo.
Stresa is the most popular tourist destination on Lake Maggiore and it's not hard to see why. With its beautiful lakeside promenade dotted with grand Belle Époque hotels and villas, its sunny beach and outdoor swimming pool (Lido Carciano), its delicious restaurants and little shops, many selling local products, its mountain walks and lake sports, there is something for everyone.
The town faces the famous Borromeo Islands of Isola Bella and Isola Pescatori so just hop on any ferry to discover the enchanting beauty of Lake Maggiore, its fascinating villas along the shore, the Piedmont towns of Arona and Intra and the picturesque town of Laveno nestled on the other side of the lake in Lombardy. You can even take a full-day boat tour all the way up the lake to Switzerland (Ascona and Locarno).
Less than an hour's drive away are the ski slopes and nature trails of the Mottarone mountain.
The Verbena apartment has free Wi-Fi/Internet. Air-conditioning and heating are also included in the price. Garage and parking at the property (with free ev-charging point). On the balcony, you also have a power point to charge electric bikes.
The apartment is on the 3rd floor and there is a lift.
The bright, spacious living room has been stylishly furnished and has a comfortable double sofa bed, satellite television and fully-equipped open-plan kitchen (dishwasher, microwave oven/ mini oven, kettle, toaster, fridge/freezer, electric coffee-machine) and dining table and chairs. It opens out onto a balcony with table and chairs where you can eat outside and enjoy the fabulous views over Lake Maggiore.
There are 2 double bedrooms (or two twin-bedded rooms). One bedroom has a balcony and lake view, the other has a view of the garden. It has 2 bathrooms with shower and bidet.
There is a separate utility room with washing machines, dryer and iron + ironing board on the ground floor of the residence for the guests to use.
The listed price is for 4 people; for each additional person it is 15 Euros per day, plus VRBO commission.
The apartment can sleep up to 6 people.
Please note there is the Holiday Tax (Tassa di Soggiorno) of 1 Euro per person per day, children under 6 excluded, to pay on arrival (in cash).
A dog is welcome (for a small supplement).
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Map of Stresa
Reviews
4.9
Outstanding(64 Reviews)4.9
We loved the balcony and kitchen was lovely.
4.9
Clean and spacious, perfect location - quiet, near downtown Stresa, and marvelous view
4.9
Every morning when I woke up here and looked out the double-door window I involuntarily said, "Oh my God." The view of the mountains and lake--with the town and the boats--is out of a dream. Or a movie. Or a Stendhal novel The beds were comfortable. We occasionally heard neighbors but all in all it was very peaceful. We worried on arrival when the taxi looped up the winding road higher and higher that the town of Stresa wouldn't really be walking distance--but it turned out to be a handy 8-10 minute walk, almost all of it on a picturesque, though very steep, pedestrian path. The town of Stresa is lively and fun. And the property manager Giuliano was fantastic--friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.
4.9
Lovely spacious clean modern apartment with fantastic views of the lake.
4.9
Up the hill a bit from the center of town, but what views! Fresh, big space which would easily fit six people. Want a pool? The hotels along the main street offer day-passes.
4.9
Great place to stay and a lovely location. The host was very helpful!
4.9
We enjoyed our stay in this apartment. The location is wonderful and the views of the lake and town are gorgeous. It is a very clean and comfortable. We loved the balcony and enjoyed our meals overlooking the lake. The property manager was very responsive and helpful throughout the rental process. The owner, Guiliano, was very wonderful and took care of anything we needed and also set up transportation to the airport. Wonderful apartment, beautiful town and area!
4.9
Excellent property, well situated with fantastic lake views. Well equipped and tastefully decorated. Air conditioning especially appreciated.
4.9
My husband and I visited this beautiful area for several days. We believe we had the best view in all of Stresa! Overlooking the town, we had an amazing view of Lake Maggiore and the 3 Borromean Islands that are part of the magic of this lake. We were up high enough to enjoy the quiet and beauty, but also a short 10 -15 minute walk into the historic and older plaza, teaming with shops and tasty restaurants, the ferry station. Guilano, our host, gave us easy directions down pedestrian paths to the town. Very safe.
The apartment was spacious, impeccably clean, and oh so very comfortable. All the kitchen amenities one would need to prepare meals. (We sat out on our deck each night with the wine and ingredients for antipasti that we collected at the local market - divine!) Europe was having a heat wave while we there and so the air-conditioning was very much appreciated after our days of exploring.
We were so fortunate to have Giuliano as our host. He was most helpful making our stay worry free. He was not obligated to pick us up at the train station when we arrived, but offered when he learned of the time we would be arriving. He helped us through the challenge of getting our tickets to the Alibus that would then take us to the Milan Airport when it was time for us to leave. He responded to our needs quickly and with such kind generosity. Thank you, Giuliano, for making our vacation a truly memorable experience.
4.9
Absolutely loved our stay at this place. The home was bright, airy and very clean and the view was spectacular.
4.9
We spent 8 nights in Stresa enjoying the area and the apartment. The accommodations were great! Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a lovely kitchen and living room. The best part of all was the air conditioning (it was hot in August) and the amazing views from the balcony. The sights of Stresa and Lake Maggiore took our breath away each morning we opened the blinds.
Giuliano was a perfect host. Ensured everything was ready upon arrival and was only a phone call away if we needed anything. The apartment was extremely clean and reasonably stocked. He even dropped off some amazing Italian treats one evening.
Sure this location is a hike up the hill but it's easily doable. And if you want the view you need to up a bit. There are a couple spots you do need to watch traffic on the walk to town but it's Italy - they don't do sidewalks like North America. Most of the walk was on walking paths or lanes away from the traffic and it takes less then 10 minutes to the town centre.
All and all an amazing spot for a vacation.
4.9
Giuliano was amazing and so helpful. At the last minute he arranged a taxi to take us to Cannobio and Ascona. Great trip! Apartment is spotless, great view and everything in working condition.
4.9
We had a lovely vacation in Stresa and enjoyed our stay in this apartment. It was very, very, clean and well thought out. It had everything we needed especially since we wanted to cook breakfasts and a meal or two in the apartment. The view is stunning! The best part was waking up to the incredible view of Lake Maggori. We walked to town easily although the steps might be difficult for some, it was a bit of a climb back up. The only note is that the apartment is quite austere, there are no paintings on the wall, no decorations really and it feels quite cold and lacks ambiance. That being said, we would still stay there again as it served our needs very well. Our host, Giuliano Giordani, was wonderful, accommodating and very gracious. He allowed us to check in immediately which we very much appreciated and to stay late if we needed to. He was perfect. Thank you for a great stay.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Stresa?
The average price for a rental in Stresa is £95 per night. This rental is £149 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Apt nr centre of Stresa, balcony, WiFi, air/con and wonderful view over the lake. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Apt nr centre of Stresa, balcony, WiFi, air/con and wonderful view over the lake pet friendly?
Yes! This apartment is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Apt nr centre of Stresa, balcony, WiFi, air/con and wonderful view over the lake?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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