On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Villa Pallavicino Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Stresa Ferry Terminal with a stay here. Villa Ducale and Sapori d'Italia, Lago Maggiore are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Sapori d'Italia, Lago Maggiore - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Villa Ducale - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
Isola Bella - 27 min drive - 2.0 miles
Getting around
Stresa Station - 5 min drive
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
Ristorante Pizzeria La Rosa dei Venti - 14 min walk
Enoteca da Giannino - 14 min walk
Ristorante Pizzeria Mamma Mia - 14 min walk
Ristorante Enoteca da Cesare - 14 min walk
Il Vicoletto - 13 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
On Top Of The Lake With Views Of The Lake & The Swiss Alps
Spacious family apartment with three bedrooms overlooking Lago Maggiore in the North of Italy. Wake up to the singing of birds, dine al fresco on the terrace or simply relax and enjoy the vast views over the largest Italian lake and the Swiss alps. The area boasts 2 of the top golf courses of northern Italy, horse back riding and of course water sports. The closest ski resort is about one hour away.
The building is located in a village just on top of Stresa a bustling tourist town that is one of the major attractions and stops at Lago Maggiore.
The apartment is on the 3rd (top floor) walk-up in a residential building from the 1960s and was renovated in 2008. It has one in-suite bedroom, a master bedroom with access to the terrace and a third bedroom set up to accommodate up to three kids or a couple. There is a bicycle/storage room on the entrance level and 2 spots for parking along the building. The area is safe and quiet, there is a small playground nearby. Car recommended but it is possible to walk down to the center of town in 15 minutes.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 1,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please let the caretaker know once you have left the apartment. Thank you so much for staying with us. We hope you enjoyed your stay. If there is anything we could improve on please let us know.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number IT103064C2EA3N2DLK, 10306400764
We should mention
All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
Onsite cash transactions can't exceed USD 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Top Lake Views Lake Swiss Alps Stresa
Top Lake Views Lake Swiss Alps
Top Views Swiss Alps
Frequently asked questions
How close is On Top Of The Lake With Views Of The Lake & The Swiss Alps to the airport?
This apartment is 30.6 mi (53-min drive) away from the Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does On Top Of The Lake With Views Of The Lake & The Swiss Alps have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.
How close is On Top Of The Lake With Views Of The Lake & The Swiss Alps to the beach?
This apartment is 9.8 mi (23-min drive) from Spiaggia Libera Rocchetta and 10.5 mi (19-min drive) from Spiaggia Lido Toce. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does On Top Of The Lake With Views Of The Lake & The Swiss Alps offer free breakfast?
This apartment does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at On Top Of The Lake With Views Of The Lake & The Swiss Alps?
No, there is no casino at this apartment.
What time is check-in at On Top Of The Lake With Views Of The Lake & The Swiss Alps?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at On Top Of The Lake With Views Of The Lake & The Swiss Alps?
Free parking is not available at this apartment.
Does On Top Of The Lake With Views Of The Lake & The Swiss Alps have a pool?
This apartment does not have a pool.
Does On Top Of The Lake With Views Of The Lake & The Swiss Alps have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this apartment.
How close is On Top Of The Lake With Views Of The Lake & The Swiss Alps to downtown Stresa?
This apartment is 0.6 mi away from Stresa.
On Top Of The Lake With Views Of The Lake & The Swiss Alps Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 11 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 11 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
RoseAnne C.
Aug 24, 2018
A wonderful stay in Stressa
We had a lovely stay in Stressa, a beautiful place on Lake Maggiore. We were made most welcome by Noelly at the spacious apartment with a wonderful view of the Lake.
RoseAnne C.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018
4/10 Poor
carolyn d., Salt lake
Jul 3, 2018
Too far from town
Too far from town. Difficult to drive. Large for family. Would not recommend for couples.
carolyn d.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
4/10 Poor
Susan B.
Jun 21, 2018
Not As Advertised. The walk is very steep. No WiFi.
Fantastic views. The property is spacious and the kitchen is well equipped. However, a car is a MUST. It's 2 kilometers to town by the short cut, and there are no stores, laundromat, or even buses. Must get taxi, 10 euros each way. We had no wifi for a whole week. We were totally isolated. Couldn't reach the owner or the caretaker. My daughter-in-law had to call the caretaker from London to ask her to come and do something about the wifi, and finally the caretaker (who was a very nice lady), hooked us up with the neighbor's internet. She spoke no English, so thankfully I was able to communicate with her in French. For the first week, all the towels and bed linen smelled of mildew. The replacement bed linen for the second week was so coarse and rough that we couldn't sleep. The tiles in the bathroom is mottled and busy, so not easy to see that it was dirty. I had towels on the floor to walk on, and the towels would get quite dirty. When I told the caretaker, she indicated that we (my mother and I) had been there for two weeks so it was to be expected!! and her attitude was that I was complaining too much. There is also no English tv to watch (all in Italian or German), except for a five minute news headline which is repeated over and over on France 24. We have rented properties in a few other countries, and this is the first review I have ever written. I certainly feel that the cleaning fee should be returned. But we loved Stresa. Everyone was very kind, the food was excellent and so was the sightseeing.
Susan B.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jun 24, 2017
Beautiful view!
The view was spectacular, I've been raving about it since we left. The flat itself was quite large, and very comfortable. Everything was just as in the description.
Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to stay in stresa.
Verified traveler
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jun 13, 2017
Wonderful and Peaceful family vacation in Stresa
We were 2 couples from same family, and spent very nice time in Stresa. This is a 3 bedrooms apartment located in a very peaceful area, wonderful balcony with the almost perfect Lago Maggiore view. Clean, quit area, beautiful view. We use to go walking downhill for just 20 minutes and got to the town center and harbor.
We could decide to eat at home, it has all the facilities and utensils to cook and prepare meals whenever we wanted. Perfect vacation
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017
8/10 Good
Uwe D.
Jun 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wir haben sehr kurzfristig gebucht aber die Organisation, insbesondere durch die Vermieterin klappte hervorragend. Die Wohnung entsprach vollständig unseren Erwartungen. Die Lage am Berghang sorgt für einen tollen Blick vom Balkon aber der fußläufige Weg von Stresa zur Wohnung ist damit für ältere Personen natürlich schwierig zu bewältigen (mit dem Auto kein Problem).Christa & Uwe
Uwe D.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stella S.
Sep 3, 2018
Geräumige und gemütlich ausgestattete Ferienwohnung mit wunderschönem Blick auf den Lago Maggiore
Die Wohnung liegt oberhalb des Sees und bietet neben gemütlicher Ausstattung einen schönen Blick auf dem See vom Balkon.
Wir kamen mit dem Zug (3 Erwachsene und 3 Kinder) und haben uns ein Taxi zur Unterkunft genommen. Ins Zentrum von Stresa läuft man etwa 15 min bergab ( teilweise etwas an der befahrenen Straße, dann aber wieder durch malerische Gassen. Bergan ist eine kleine Herausforderung, da es steil an geht, aber auch machbar. Wir sind jeden Tag gelaufen. In Stresa gibt es viele Möglichkeiten etwas zu unternehmen und auch zu baden. Stresa ist ein wirlich hübscher Ort. Die Verwalterin hat uns sehr freundlich empfangen und obwohl es hieß, dass sie nur Italienisch und Französisch spricht konnten wir uns auf Englisch und den Paar Brocken Französcisch gut verständigen.
Wlan konnten wir auch nutzen. Alles war zu unserer höchsten Zufriedenheit. Wir können die Wohnung nur empfehlen.
Stella S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Per Harding M.
Aug 27, 2018
Bedre end bedst
Dejligt sted, fantastisk natur omgiver søen. Byen er ikke kæmpe stor, men gode spisesteder og indkøbs muligheder. Er man på slanke kur er der gode muligheder for at gå på bakker, med op til 20 procents stigning
Per Harding M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
8/10 Good
Beate W.
Aug 20, 2018
Sehr schön groß und helle Ferienwohnung
Toller Blick von einem großen Balkon. Die Räume sind sehr großzügig und sauber