A view of Lake Maggiore
Warm wooden floors, cool white walls, and a breathtaking view across the lake, just two kilometres from Stresa. An apartment in a 1929 Liberty villa, with sgraffito friezes and a terrace that opens onto the water.
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Jan and Karin.
Hi, we are Jan and Karin from the Netherlands. After years of dreaming, our wish has come true: our own apartment on the enchanting Lago Maggiore. For more than thirty years Italy has felt like our second home, a country where food, nature, culture and the art of living come together effortlessly.
Lago Maggiore has something magical for us. The combination of the glittering lake, imposing mountains, charming villages and the relaxed Italian way of life moves us time and again.
Our favourite places are the Borromean Islands, Stresa, Verbania and the Mottarone. In spring, summer and autumn we love the beautiful walks with breathtaking views, while winter invites you to ski in the mountains.
A stroll along the Lungolago of Stresa, by the water and through the lovely park, is special every single time. Settling afterwards on a sunny terrace with good food and a fine Italian wine completes the picture.
We love an active life, and we enjoy nature, culinary evenings and the real Italian feeling.
Per noi, la vita è bella.
A Liberty villa from 1929.
The elegant house breathes calm and style. You feel the history as you step through the old brown door: concrete stairs, granite floors and pastel-coloured tiles.
The facade combines concrete, decorative plasterwork and ceramic tiles with beautiful motifs. These motifs, the sgraffito friezes, sit as decoration just beneath the eaves.
The house has three floors; we occupy the second. In 2024 the interior was renovated, with respect for its classical beauty.
A sunny living room with a fireplace.
An open space with a large dining table, a lounge sofa and a fireplace. Two double doors lead onto the terrace overlooking the lake. In the evening you close them and inside becomes warm and quiet.
The floor is dark hardwood, the walls are white. High ceilings from the 1929 Liberty build give the space air.
A kitchen to really cook in.
An Italian design island, professional extractor hood, dishwasher, gas hob, a large fridge with freezer and a coffee machine. Two double doors onto the sunny terrace with a view over the lake.
Everything you need for a long lunch is here: from milk frother and toaster to kettle. With the region's markets a short drive away, grocery shopping becomes part of the holiday.
Sleeping under the rooftops of a historic villa.
One bedroom, white walls, dark hardwood. Windows that open wide. A double bed, a walk-in closet and the en-suite bathroom right next to it.
For an extra pair there are two luxury poufs that serve as a sleeping spot. This makes the apartment suitable for up to four people. In the morning, an espresso or cappuccino on the terrace, that is la dolce vita.
Two luxurious, modern bathrooms.
The en-suite by the bedroom has a walk-in shower, two basins, a toilet and a bidet. The second bathroom is off the hallway and has a large bathtub, a large mirror and its own basin.
Bed linen, towels and tea towels are provided. A washing machine and iron are ready for longer stays.
The facts in a row.
Everything that is here.
Sleeping
- 1 double bedroom
- Double bed
- Walk-in closet
- 2 luxury poufs as sleeping spots
- Bed linen and pillows
- Blackout shutters
Bathrooms
- En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Two basins, toilet, bidet
- Second bathroom with bathtub
- Towels and tea towels
- Hair dryer
- Ironing board and iron
Kitchen
- Italian design island
- Professional extractor hood
- Gas hob
- Dishwasher
- Large fridge with freezer
- Milk frother, toaster, kettle
- Full cutlery and crockery
- Coffee machine
Living room
- Large dining table
- Lounge sofa
- Fireplace
- Dark hardwood floor
- High ceilings, Liberty 1929
- Two double doors onto the terrace
Outside
- Terrace overlooking the lake
- Garden terrace with greenery view
- Lounge set with parasol
- Sgraffito friezes on Liberty facade
- Free parking 50 metres away
Tech & practical
- Fast WiFi (30 Mbps download / 20 Mbps upload)
- Gas and electric heating
- No air conditioning, good natural ventilation
- Washing machine
- Smoke and CO detectors
- Fire extinguisher and first-aid kit
- Dishwasher tablets and detergent
A walk through the apartment.
What it costs.
Current pricing and availability are on the Airbnb listing, where bookings also happen.
- June, September to Novemberfrom €125 / per night
- July, August, Decemberfrom €150 / per night
What’s added
- Tourist tax Stresa€1 p.p. p.n., on arrival
- Minimum stay4 nights
- Pets€15 per night
- DepositNo deposit required
Cleaning fee included
A village that leans on the lake.
From the apartment it is two kilometres to the centre. The Borromean Islands, the Mottarone and Lake Orta are all a stone's throw away.
From the balcony 
The bell tower 
The boulevard Availability live on Airbnb.
The live calendar is on the Airbnb listing. There you see at a glance which dates are free and book directly.
Book directly via Airbnb.
At this stage all bookings run through Airbnb. There you see current prices, availability and reviews, and book with a few clicks under Airbnb’s own insurance.
Later we will add direct bookings via this site. Until then Airbnb remains the channel.
Reviews
Our guests share their experience on Airbnb. There you read recent reviews and see how earlier guests experienced their stay.
Read reviews on Airbnb →Within driving and walking distance.
Frequently asked questions.
Booking & payment
How do I book the apartment?
Bookings run via Airbnb at this stage. Click the “View on Airbnb” button and you arrive at the listing where you can select your dates and book.
Which cancellation policy applies?
The cancellation policy of the Airbnb listing applies. The policy and current conditions are visible during booking on Airbnb.
What is the minimum stay?
Four nights is the minimum stay.
Is the tourist tax charged separately?
Yes. The municipality of Stresa levies €1 per person per night. The tax is settled separately on arrival.
Arrival & stay
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 16:00, check-out before 10:00. Early arrival or late check-out is possible on request.
How does check-in work?
The Italian caretaker welcomes you on arrival and gives a short tour. By Italian law we submit your details to Alloggiati Web; we briefly scan your ID for that.
Are bed linen and towels included?
Yes. Bed linen, towels, tea towels, a hair dryer and washing machine are provided.
Is there WiFi?
Yes, fast WiFi throughout the apartment: 30 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload.
The apartment
For how many people is the apartment suitable?
Up to four people. A double bed in the bedroom and two luxury poufs that serve as extra sleeping spots.
How many bedrooms are there?
One bedroom with double bed, en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet. It is a two-room apartment of 132 m².
Is there air conditioning?
No, there is no air conditioning. The apartment has good natural ventilation thanks to the thick Liberty walls and the French doors opening onto the terrace. For longer summer stays a portable air conditioner can be arranged on request.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are welcome. A separate surcharge applies; we’ll confirm the exact amount on booking.
Is smoking allowed?
Not indoors. Allowed on the terrace.
Location & access
How far is the centre of Stresa?
Two kilometres. Five minutes by car, about half an hour on foot via a footpath (not along the lake).
Is there parking?
Free parking fifty metres from the apartment, on a public strip.
How do I get there from Milan?
From Milan Malpensa you drive in an hour. By train from Milano Centrale it is about one hour twenty minutes to Stresa station.
How do I get to the Borromean Islands?
The ferries leave from the boulevard in Stresa. A ten-minute drive from the apartment.
Safety & emergencies
What safety features are in place?
Smoke detector in every room, carbon monoxide detector, fire extinguisher and first-aid kit. In line with Italian Legge 191/2023.
Who can I reach in an emergency during the stay?
The Italian caretaker is available 24/7 on a local number you receive at check-in. For less urgent matters we are available on WhatsApp.
Got a question?
We are happy to help. For general questions, just email us. For quick questions before and during your stay we are reachable on WhatsApp, usually within four hours.