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Reviews of WINDOW ON THE LAKE

2 Via dei Mulini, 23829 Varenna, Italy

#29 of 149 Holiday rentals in Varenna

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Review score

Based on 26 apartment reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    10.0

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Beautiful, light and airy stay! Incredible views and ambiance.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This apartment was beautiful! Incredibly cozy and clean. The space was very functional and airy. Our host was super responsive when we had any questions. Would absolutely stay here again!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    Away from the crowds in Varenna so your stay feels like you are truly at home. But close enough to the main town that yo
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious, clean, beautiful location, quiet, helpful owner

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2023

    10
    Belissimo
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved the location was quiet and beautiful house . Had everything we needed wish we could have stayed longer.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    10
    Picturesque and quiet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Keep in mind if you have a lot of luggage it could be difficult to do the walk from Varenna or from the Fiumelatte station. We had only backpacks so it was doable (a little steep - be in good shape!)

    This apartment exceeded our expectations. It was spacious and clean. It’s right next to a small river in a quiet village, right next to a portion of the Greenway that leads directly uphill to the train station. The train from Milano Centrale Stazione transfers in Lecco to Fiumelatte which was very easy. Giulia was very responsive and checked in to make sure we were set. We enjoyed staying in Fiumelatte rather than Varenna — the walk is short and beautiful. There is a sidewalk for the majority of the walk (you can take the Greenway trail along the road for the portion without a sidewalk).

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2023

    10
    Great Place!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are two local restaurants, the one up the hill had a fantastic view and food, for anything else need to walk into town and at times there are no sidewalks. It’s fine to walk on the streets, everybody was doing it, but do need to be on alert rather than have a mindless stroll. Despite the hike would definitely stay there again.

    Host gave very clear instructions of how to find the place and open the key box, great communication before and during the stay. I didn’t have to send any messages she always checked in with me. The place was spacious, clean, and the washing machine was a huge plus. Had a smart TV so I could watch Netflix, You Tube, etc.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    the whole place was perfect. our favourite part of the stay was being able to cross the road and be by the water where no one else was. We ate breakfast in the morning by the lake and finished our day having wine in the same spot. all just minutes from the front door. it was perfect

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights

    A stunning property very close to the Lake.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    When booking this property says it is in varenna but it is out of varenna in fiumelatte. While beautiful where is nothing really here so it is hard to get any groceries at all - just something to be mindful of.

    The view from the property was beautiful and it was very clean and easy to use. Wifi was a little slow but fine. There was coffee provided and some breakfast snacks which is helpful as the nearest supermarket is in Varenna - about 1km away or a train ride which only comes hourly. The host was kind and responsive

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    lovely little place with a beautiful view of the lake

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2023

    10
    A perfect apartment, in a beautiful and practical location with a stunning view on the lake.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to leave the property.

    Stunning, well equipped, beautifully decorated and clean property with a beautiful view on the lake. An 18 minute walk away from Villa Monastera l- about a 23 minute walk along the lake to the Varenna square and a 30 minute walk to the ferry. A 2 minute walk away from a jetty where you can take a dip in the lake. Giulia was very helpful as there was landslides blocking the train into either Fiumlatte or Varenna- Esino station however she gave us the best route to get to the property from the airport. Multiple towels, shower gel and shampoo and some snacks provided.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2023

    10
    great location for a quiet stay on lake Como.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    can’t rely on the 4g / internet

    great view over the lake and a really lovely apartment that is very well appointed for a weekend stay

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2023

    10
    Little gem on Lake Como
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The loft sleeping area is up a narrow steep staircase. For some of the walk into Varenna there isn't any footpath.

    Our host was lovely and kindly picked us up at the train station, even though we arrived on a national holiday and it was very busy. Everything in the apartment is new and very clean and just like the pictures. There is everything you could possibly need provided, including drinks and snacks. It is a nice 20 minute walk into Varenna.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    8.0
    Fine
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit abandoned feeling at some area nearby, but actually a quiet and cozy place. Maybe easier to drive there than take the train, but then you miss the special in this place.

    Good, a fine place, nice house. A fine restaurant nearby is very cozy.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2023

    8.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Steep stairs up to the bedroom

    Location. Great cooking utensils. Directions were a bit unclear but the host was gracious to guide us.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a wagerfall volde to the building that was very loud. I do not know if that is always the case, though.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's in fuimilatte which is 30 mins from varenna. Not a problem for people with car, but otherwise you have to walk a lot

    The room was nice and cozy and there is air conditioning.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2023

    10
    Beautiful getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Worth noting if you have mobility issues that the bed is up narrow stairs. Limited food options in Fiumelatte - need to go into Varenna to get food from the market or any restaurants.

    Very beautiful and comfortable place. Guilia was very helpful and communicative the whole time. We were there during a landslide so transport was difficult to and from but Guilia did her best to help us work out ferry and train times etc, and also arranged for us to be picked up and dropped off at the ferry. It is about a 20 minute walk into Varenna which I was initially sceptical about but ended up being my favourite part of the trip - the walk along the lake is beautiful.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2023

    10
    Window on the Lake is a true gem of a place, if only we could have stayed longer!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2023

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