In northern Italy, not far from the southern border of Switzerland, the land of the Lombardy lakes is surrounded and criss-crossed by mountains, valleys, hills and cities of art. Here, one will find Lake Como,  considered one of the most beautiful and certainly the most romantic lakes in the world; not only for its matchless scenery but also for its picturesque villages, many of which were founded in the Middle Ages and still preserve incomparable artistic treasures. It is a lake to be discovered for the pleasure of its cuisine, the charm of its environment, the challenge of the mountainous hikes, the folkloric traditions and the cultural events. It is a lake for those who enjoy and cherish vacations away from the everyday crowds.

Bellagio, the "pearl" of Lake Como, a charming village with narrow cobblestone streets and meandering pathways lying at the point where the lake divides into two, amidst the foothills of the Lombardy Alps. In Bellagio, the spectacular gardens of Villa Melzi and Villa Serbelloni offer an alternative to the art history-oriented pace of Italian travel. Its beauty has influenced not only writers and learned men, but all realms of artists, those of the figurative arts as well as the poets of sound.

Nearby is Lake Maggiore; its three islands are Isola Bella, site of the wildly extravagant Borromeo villa and gardens; Isola dei Pescatori, home of a working fishing village; and Isola Madre, with semi-tropical gardens and a simple villa. A steamer excursion on either of these lakes is spectacular, as the Italians have known since ancient Roman days.
 

Apartments at Lake Como	13 lovely self-catering apartments, available for rental throughout the year, which, during the summer season, share the amenities of a five-star hotel.
Apartment at Villa Maria	5 star luxury property for up to 4 guests.
La Capuana	5 star luxury property for up to 8 guests.
Lanzetti	5 star luxury property for up to 10 guests.
Lugarna	5 star luxury property for up to 12 guests.
Molteni	5 star luxury property for up to 7 guests.
Villa Passalacqua	5 star luxury property for up to 20 guests.
Rachele	5 star luxury property for up to 11 guests.