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Terrace/patio
Exterior
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Marina

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Varenna, Lombardia
  • Royal Victoria
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Villa Monastero
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Castello di Vezio
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪65 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Varenna

On lake.You'll be steps from San Giovanni Battista Church and a 5-minute walk from Civic Museum of Ornithology and Natural Sciences. Lover's Walk and Branch of Lecco are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Royal Victoria - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Villa Monastero - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Castello di Vezio - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bellagio Port - 24 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Villa Serbelloni - 25 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Varenna-Esino Station - 8 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Cambusa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar Il Molo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Varenna - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Seta - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Lido di Varenna - ‬6 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.

Casa Balcone Varenna

Located in the heart of Varenna, the apartment is overlooking the old harbor, with a spectacular view of the lake, fully enjoyable from the large balcony. The apartment has just been re-furnished and consists of: kitchen, air conditioning, living room with fireplace, bathroom with washing machine, 2 double bedrooms, accommodating up to 4 people. All premises (bars, restaurants, shops, public services) are close at hand, within 100 meters. Even the means of transport are easily accessible on foot.

Property manager

Giorgio

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include 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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 097084-CIM-00097, IT097084B4OAA5LM48

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 EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Casa Balcone Varenna Varenna
Casa Balcone Varenna Apartment
Casa Balcone Varenna Apartment Varenna
orizzontidivarenna_11

Frequently asked questions

How close is Casa Balcone Varenna to the airport?

This apartment is 27 mi (100-min drive) away from the Lugano (LUG-Agno) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Casa Balcone Varenna have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Casa Balcone Varenna to the beach?

This apartment is a short 4-minute walk from Royal Victoria and 6.6 mi (41-min drive) from Menaggio Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Casa Balcone Varenna offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Casa Balcone Varenna?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Casa Balcone Varenna?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Casa Balcone Varenna?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Casa Balcone Varenna have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Casa Balcone Varenna have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Casa Balcone Varenna to downtown Varenna?

This apartment is 0.1 mi away from Varenna.

Casa Balcone Varenna Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Varenna is a magical place, and Casa Balcone was the perfect place to experience it from. We enjoyed sitting on the balcony in the morning with coffee and watching the boats and people arrive. We loved watching the sunsets over the mountain! Georgia and his family were helpful and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susana K., Hilton Head Island, SC

Liked: Cleanliness

Varenna

Varenna is beautiful and the property is very well located. Best location in Varenna.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely Fantastico!

Casa Balcone checks all the boxes for a real feel of staying in an Italian village! The location is perfect for exploring the town and hopping on either ferry or train to explore other areas around the lake! Oh the views - incredible!! Alberto & Georgio are excellent hosts and I recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

D Terence L.

Liked: Cleanliness

April in Varenna

Alberto — very friendly and helpful — met us at the train station, drove us to the little town square, then helped us with our bags down the stone walkways to Casa Balcone. Right on the harbor, overlooking the lake and mountains, next to most of the town’s bars/restaurants. Very good location with short walks to the botanical gardens and the ferry. A slight problem with the shower door and when asked it was addressed immediately. When we go back to Lake Como, this place will definitely be on our list of places to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a wonderful spot

Couldn't ask for a better location to explore Lake Como...the views are amazing and the property was very cute and clean. We enjoyed our stay very much and appreciated the wonderful hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot, wonderful host
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous

Great location, stunning views, clean and comfortable, and Alberto even picked us up from the train station! We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

David W., Norman, OK USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great apartment but needs some things

Wonderful location and view. Alberto, very helpful and available. Bedroom windows need real curtains to prevent neighbors from watching you undress. And the shower doors don’t close all the way, so you have to shower holding a handheld showerhead making sure you point it away from the gap in the doors or else you’ll get water all over the bathroom floor.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Varenna

What a beautiful cozy place to stay at overlooking Lake Como. This has to be the most central spot in Varenna. Everything is close. the restaurants, train station, ferry etc are within walking distance. Restaurants right out your door to the train station a five minute walk mostly along Lake Come. Having my morning coffee on the balcony overlooking Lake Como was just amazing. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Real Find

Can’t say enough about this experience. We were blown away by the location, central to everything and right on the lake! Lorena was very helpful in orienting us and welcoming us. There are two gelato shops down a few steps from the apartment!!! Or favorite restaurant was steps from us as well. Close to the ferry but providing a spot on our balcony to just sit and enjoy breakfast or a glass of wine enjoying the lake views.. Hated to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heaven on earth (really!)

We stayed in Italy for 10 days on our recent trip...but our 3 nights in Varenna were the most incredible! This apartment and the views (oh my goodness, the views!!) were perfection. Communication with the hosts was excellent and check-in was easy. The recommendations for dining and gelato were excellent. Truly this was the BEST vacation we've ever been on and we will be telling all of our friends to stay here...it is a GEM!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A., Jupiter, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfort with a great view and location

The apartment was clean, and comfortable. The balcony overlooked the lake, with enough room for 4 chairs, and was within easy walking distance of great restaurants, shops, the train station and the ferry doc. The host was friendly, responsive and helpful. There are a few stone steps to get up to the apartment, and then more steps inside, just something to consider if you have heavy luggage. However, the apartment is located right over a wonderful gelato shop! Highly recommended and we would all choose this place again. You couldn't get a better location in Varenna.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location

Amazing view. Alberto is so helpful and kind. Super clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

vicki g.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Dream Come True!

Casa Balcone was all we could expect and more! The location can’t be beat, the view was incredible, and the interior furnishings were all anyone could want! Varenna is a small, beautiful, warm town. The ferries were 5 minutes from the apartment. Shops and restaurants were plentiful. Last, but not least, Georgio!!! He is the Ambassador of Varenna. We are 3 women coming in from a Viking Cruise and we were sick. Georgio brought in a doctor! We relaxed, visited the other small towns, and Georgio took us all to dinner on our final night! We will be back and I couldn’t recommend Casa Balcone any higher! *****❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place and neighborhood

We stayed here for 3 nights during out vacation and really enjoyed the apartment and area as a whole. The communication with host was outstanding. He picked us up at the train station which was a big perk and gave us a quick run down of the town. He was also kind enough to have a bottle of wine waiting at the apartment. Would highly recommend this place, host, and town in general if looking for a Lake Como vacation spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Majorie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best location

Right on the waterfront with stunning views. Very well equipped , clean and close to everything. You can walk to everything. Gorgio and Lorena were great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

linda o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location in the heart of Varenna!!

Wake up to spectacular views and stroll out your door for anything you want! A cappuccino, a spritz, a gelato, a boat ride! Take all the hosts recommendations and you will have an amazing time. The restaurants were excellent. We personally liked Varenna more than Bellagio!! And we loved mennagio too!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

catalina w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lakeview Dream

Our stay in this apartment was lovely. You overlook the water, hear the church bell ring and hear the clunking of boats. You over look the lakeside views of cafes and shops. It’s a walkable location to the ferry, restaurants and grocery store. Lorena and Giorgio were wonderful. They provided us a taxi to get to the apartment. Pack light, lots of stairs overall make packing light essential and easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best view in Varenna

We stayed four nights here out of our month stay in Italy. This was one of our favorite accommodations. The view is the best! The location is perfect. The town was our favorite on the lake too. It’s more beautiful in person, pictures don’t do it justice. Giorgio was great- super helpful. Picked us up at the train station gave us a brief driving tour of the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane M., New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness

Magnificant!!

Really loved this property. View and location cannot be beat. Just be forwarded that Varenna does have a lot of steps to be navigated if you want to tour the town. We did have to walk up some outside steps and up one flight of steps inside, but that was no issue for us. House had all the necessary items for an enjoyable stay. Giorgio was a polite host and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic!

Everything about our stay was fabulous! Giorgio always communicated promptly. His son, Alberto, met us in the piazza, gave a great unto to Varenna, and was as nice and helpful as could be. The view from our balcony was breathtaking, and the apartment was very clean and comfortable!!! If I go back I’ll certainly stay there!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

KARI

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most perfect place to stay in Varenna. The apartment was just as pictured. The location was perfect-close to everything during the day, but yet quiet at night. The host is one of the best we have encountered in our travels. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna D., Orlando, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Como Waterfront Views!

Lovely apartment right on the water. Breathtaking views. Comfy apartment. Very clean. Responsive hosts. We would love to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Konstantine B., Potomac, Maryland, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic place

If there is a heaven on earth, it’s Varenna. If there is the best place to stay in heaven, it’s this apartment. We stayed with my wife and our 15-year old son. It was simply unbelievable! We started communicating with the host team well in advance. The support was perfect. The description of the unit… Yes, it was accurate, but you simply cannot describe what we got. How can you describe the best view of lake Como? How Can you describe the boats on the water right under your balcony? How can you describe getting down the stairs to the most beautiful promenade? Simply unbelievable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael, Furlong

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the apartment is perfect. It is spacious, quiet and comfortable, and centrally located with a grand view of all the activity on the waterfront.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023