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Romantic Private Lake Como Cottage with breathtaking 180-degree lake view

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2538 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Romantic Private Lake Como Cottage with breathtaking 180-degree lake view

This romantic stand-alone cottage offers stunning views and a private garden, ideal for rest and relaxation.

PROPERTY:
The first floor, with stone tile flooring and exposed wood beams, has a living area with a cushioned bench, a full kitchen, and a large terrace.
An outdoor table can be set up on the terrace for al-fresco dining.

The second floor has hardwood flooring, a slanted wood-beamed cathedral ceiling, and a large French window opening onto a cute little terrace.
There is one bedroom with an Italian "matrimoniale" bed (in between queen and king size, 163 cm/64"), and a bathroom with a bidet and shower.

PARKING:
There is no private parking at the property, but the little town has plenty of free public parking throughout. Depending on the time of day you may find one very close to the house, or a short walk away, at most a few hundred yards.
It has never been an issue for our guests.

FOOD/DINING:
This is a self-catering property - you will need to bring your own provisions or eat out.

Brienno is a very small town - it only has one great pizzeria and one upscale restaurant. However, in the town next door, Argegno, there is a lovely bakery, a small fruit/vegetable store, and a small grocery store.
For supermarkets, we recommend the Bennet supermarket in Como, or a good mid-sized supermarket in Lenno, both about 15 minutes away.
Mon-Thurs 7.30 am to 9 am there is a food truck with bread, cheeses, cold cuts, etc.

We have compiled a thorough list of many restaurant recommendations in the area, which you will receive upon booking.

GETTING HERE:
The Milan airports are both 40 min away.
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND RENTING A CAR because public transportation options are few and far between. No Uber or taxis. There are limited dining and grocery options within walking distance.

WHAT TO DO:
- Ideal a starting point for visiting the entire Lake region, with dozens of pretty towns.
- It is very close to Laglio (George Clooney's Villa) and to Cernobbio, with their fine restaurants.
- Boat-tours stop at the world-famous villas and their botanical gardens.
- Day trips to Como and Milan with their art and culture, restaurants, and shopping (designer outlets, silk scarves, and ties) are a must.

Ideal for a couple

NO WASHER/DRIER
NO FIREPLACE (only decorative)
PACK LIGHT!! The steps are steep.

Guests must share their ID (passport) with the owner before arrival because they must be registered with the local authorities within 24 hours.
It is a legal requirement in Italy.

Registration Codes:
CIR: 013030-CNI-00009 CIN: IT013030C2B964D79B

Property manager

Carmen

Languages

English, French, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free off-site parking
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Bidet
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Snow sports gear
  • Golf on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Boating on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 538 sq ft (50 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 013030-CNI-00009

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Brienno, Como

What's nearby

  • Argegno Cable Car to Pigra - 5 min drive
  • Villa Erba - 15 min drive
  • Como-Brunate Funicular - 23 min drive
  • Nesso Waterfalls - 37 min drive
  • Villa del Balbianello - 50 min drive

Getting around

  • Como Borghi - 21 min drive
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry's Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crotto dei Platani - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Piazzetta - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Caffetteria Il Porto - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lido di Argegno - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Private Lake Como Cottage with breathtaking 180-degree lake view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Romantic Private Lake Como Cottage with breathtaking 180-degree lake view?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Romantic Private Lake Como Cottage with breathtaking 180-degree lake view?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Private Lake Como Cottage with breathtaking 180-degree lake view?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Private Lake Como Cottage with breathtaking 180-degree lake view located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Nesso Waterfalls, Intelvi Valley and Argegno Beach. Argegno Cable Car to Pigra and Greenway del Lago di Como are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Romantic Private Lake Como Cottage with breathtaking 180-degree lake view Reviews

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical views
Although the steps up to the house are no joke, once you get up and see the views(day, night, it doesn’t matter, they’re all fantastic) you’d climb it all over again. We were greeted with a lovely bottle of wine and a pristine and lovely house that had everything we could need. Don’t miss the pizza down the street as it was also delicious. Our host, Lilia, was extremely responsive and friendly. She really wanted to make sure we had a lovely time. Brienno is very tiny, but close to many other places to visit in your time there. Or, just stay in and spend your entire time in the garden or on the balcony!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We loved our stay in Brienno — away from the crowds, affords an amazing vista over beautiful Lake Como. The hosts are so gracious and conscientious. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful
Great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible view in a historic, peaceful location.
The host was incredibly friendly and communicative. Directions to the rental were very detailed. Restaurant recommendations and information about the area were handy. If you want an authentic Lake Como experience in a quiet area, this is the place for you. Our favorite place was the balcony, sipping on local Prosecco. Yes, there are steep steps to the villa and you need to be fit to navigate them. We appreciated the exercise to work off the extra calories! We are in our 70’s and managed them well. Would stay there again in a heartbeat because the villa made our stay memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber K., Holland, Mi

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible stone cottage with the best view!
We had such an amazing stay, absolutely loved having a balcony AND a terrace with perfect views of Lake Como and the charming tiny town of Brienno. There truly is no comparison with Brienno, it’s much sleepier than the busier touristy towns on the fabulous lake, yet has a lot of conveniences, like the morning food truck selling insanely cheap and delicious homemade bread, local cheeses and charcuterie! The best pizza we had in Italy was nearly next door and the fancier restaurant had incredible pasta. We loved the beach bar where we could get a perfect Cappuccino, soda, drink or snack and swim in the lake! The cottage itself has everything we required and was a perfect home base. We had steeled ourselves for the many stairs but truly they were not that bad! We had a bit of struggle with the trash (5 bins but only 2 with bags and a bit confusing for us) but the host was super quick and responsive and helped us get it right. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dreamy Chalet
We could not have been happier with the stay. It is true there are 88 stairs to get to the chalet but a small price to pay for the unbelievable view from the porch and balcony. You see the lake and church in one view. The village is dreamy and the chalet even dreamier. You will not be disappointed booking
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rest and Recharge
Great location in a beautiful part of the world!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exquisite Property
Very beautiful chalet above Lake Como! My husband and I loved the communications with the owner and ease of check-in and helpful information for the area! Our stay was lovely and the property couldn’t be more beautiful! Highly recommend and would come back again and again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ognjen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time in Lake Como and we LOVED this stay!
Lilia and Carmen were extremely responsive, the place was private and had the most amazing views. It was in close proximity to Como and other small towns around the lake. It was our first time staying in the area and we will be back again. Romantic, quaint, stunning views, accessible location, 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed S.

Liked: Cleanliness
So beautiful
Loved the house the view the vibe - definitely coming back !
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful, beautiful place
Chalet Lilia is simply the most beautiful place I have ever stayed in. I'm reticent to go into more detail, because I'd love to go back again sometime, and fear that it will be booked solid. Beyond the beauty, there is a sense of going back in time, but with the conveniences of today. The pictures don't lie: it's all that and more. Yes, there are a lot of steps, but it's certainly doable (we are a couple in our 60s and 70s). Lilia and Carmen are conscientious in swiftly handling any issues that may come up, and offer plentiful information and tips in order to optimally enjoy your stay. I think whoever stays here will feel very fortunate, as my husband and I certainly did! Thank you, Lilia and Carmen!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alexis M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view from balcony!
Amazing view of the lake and gorgeous green hills from the property balcony.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
A feel of authenticity
A fantastic place for a non-entitled traveler couple. A no-frills accommodation with a strong feeling of connectedness to the area and to history. The host made the logistics very easy. We really enjoyed our stay and will consider it in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

rodney a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private Lake Como Cottage "Villa Lilia"
We recently stayed at Villa Lilia in Brienno, Lake Como. All reviews of the villa are totally correct! My wife and I were able to stay four wonderful nights. All the pictures in the listing at true and accurate. Lovely place with fabulous views looking across the lake at Nesso (from the bedroom balcony). The owner was "very" prompt in replying to our emails and questions. Would definitely recommend to anyone. Follow all the written directions from Lilla (after receiving your booking confirmation) and you can't make a mistake driving to Brienno. GPS works great. Also, I contacted the owner about boat rentals for Lake Como. Several options were provided. We prebooked our boat with the Turati Family and that experience was flawless. They are located very near by in the village of Argegno. Seeing the lake while on your private rental is a must! I will also be posting a review on their web site. www.rentaboat turati.com
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome view
We loved the balcony view, the very comfortable bed, and the quaint little town vibe!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Como Chalet
Chalet Lilia exceeded our expectations. Clean, comfortable, and the views are amazing. Brienno is a very quiet and peaceful town. Took the ferry to Bellagio which was beautiful but very crowded, couldn't to get back to Brienno.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Wonderful getaway for two people wanting to enjoy the beautiful views of Lake Como.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property and Location
My husband and I recently stayed at Chalet Lilia for the second time. Our first stay was five years ago and we had dreamed since then of staying again. We were not disappointed! The property was just as we remembered: charming, beautiful, nestled in a quiet little town, and close to plenty of sites to see and activities to do. Our first visit was in summer. This time we visited in winter, but we stayed warm and cozy. Since it seemed water recreation was shut down for the season, we instead did quite a bit of hiking around the lake. There are lots of trails/options right near Chalet Lilia (and around the whole lake). We also saw some fabulous New Year's fireworks in Como. We did a lot of cooking during our stay. There are a few options for groceries within 20 minutes' drive and the kitchen was well equipped. We did make it out for some delicious pizza at a place just down the steps though. We will be back to Chalet Lilia again!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenni S.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of a kind experience!
This was the highlight of our entire trip to Europe. I didn't think it could possibly be as perfect as the photos depict...it's BETTER! There are stunning views from every place you can sit or stand in the chalet. Comfortable, clean and quite simply INCREDIBLE!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wyman M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Como chalet
Picturesque view of Lake Como from a timeless small Italian village. Easy access to all points on Lake Como. House itself is a lovely retreat from big city life.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sergey I.

Liked: Cleanliness
excellent
everything was unbelievable. The villa is so cozy and the view from the balcony is simply incredible that don’t want to go anywhere at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful chalet
Everything about about our staying was fantastic. We fall in love of the place! We will go back in the future! Thank you for making our holidays unforgettable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location on Lake Como
What a wonderful stay! The Property itself was beautiful! It’s situated in a small town a short drive up the coast of Lake Como from the town of Como. The view from the property was breathtaking! The property itself was very clean and organized. The property has all the amenities that you might need for your stay - cooking, cleaning, grilling, showering and such. If you plan on staying here then you should know that there’s no grocery
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on Lake Como
This little chalet offers enormous peace and tranquility. Named Chalet Lila, it easly becomes a home of comfort and joy seconds after settling in. My wife and I found ourselves taking in the views of the lake, the majestic mountains and coastlines. The openness of the chalet brings the natural beauty of Lake Como into every room. As serine as this amazing chalet is, it sits nessilied in the coastal village of Brienno. There's a wonderful laid-back pizza restaurant bar that opens in the evening, a ferry landing, a perch for swimming in the lake and a delightful meat, cheese and bread truck that arrives 5 days a week in the mornings. We found ourselves truly in love here and we look forward to returning every summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

stan f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chalet Likia
Loved this place. One recommendation: additional bath towels (more than 1 each) for two adults and four night stay would be good. Trash removal instructions were also a bit confusing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023