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The Ivy House in the Castle, a very quiet 400 year old house newly renovated.

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Fridge, stovetop, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
Fridge, stovetop, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire apartment

1 bedroomSleeps 220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Menaggio, Lombardia
  • Place, Menaggio Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Spiaggia Lerai
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Villa Mylius Vigoni
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About this property

The Ivy House in the Castle, a very quiet 400 year old house newly renovated.

The studio is part of a property 400 years old (completely renovated in 2020) Fabio lives in the main house, guests have a charming independent studio with a balcony, a bedroom and a small bathroom + kitchen/dining room. There is a double bed ideal for a couple. it can be split in 2 singles if needed (but with at least a one day notice). Kitchen has a dishwasher. There is Wi-fi, and a washing machine. The garden has a barbecue. In the garden we have cats, they never enter in the apartement, but we can not accept pets. Private parking on site.

The studio for rent is located in Menaggio, on the western shore of Lake Como about mid lake, just 15 min. by ferry from Bellagio and Varenna. Menaggio is one of the most important towns on Lake Como and has been a tourist attraction for hundreds of years. From Menaggio central location, one can easily navigate the whole lake by public boats. Bellagio and Varenna are only a short boat ride away. Lugano, in Switzerland is only 15 miles away, well served by public transportation.

The owner is a US born of Italian Origin resident, with a thorough knowledge of the Lake and its surroundings. He is glad to spend all the time needed with guests to help them planning their hikes, boat trips, shopping trips or simple sightseeing. He also assists with full info on travel to reach Menaggio by car or public transportation, as many do.
Our customers tell us they enjoy the overall property condition at this apartment building. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Menaggio Beach. Laundry facilities are available. The apartment offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The apartment offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Menaggio Beach and Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi
As a guest of this apartment, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Menaggio apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Not in the house, just outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 215 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Extremely quiet neighborhood, parties not allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not in the house, just outside

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Extremely quiet neighborhood, parties not allowed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 013145-CIM-00198, IT013145B4H7POFUZM
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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.

The Ivy House in the Castle, a very quiet 400 year old house newly renovated. Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was very attentive and provided good advice. The apartment was very cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris S.

Good location close to Menaggio centre

Spacious house in a quiet residential area yet close to everything in town. Lovely views from the front windows. We appreciated the dedicated parking space directly in front of the house although we did not use our car during our stay. Walks, buses and ferries were all accessible by foot, although it was uphill on the way back. We would suggest using the car to go to the supermarket at the start of a stay, then do daily top ups on foot. Some aspects of the property were tired, in particular the garden and patio furniture and also the crockery/glasses. Everywhere was very clean. The owner was in touch via WhatsApp during our stay and offered suggestions for walks etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Sirje L.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Schöne Tage in Menaggio

Meine Tochter und ich haben die Gastfreundschaft von Fabio sehr genossen. Er hat uns gut informiert, sehr freundlich behandelt und war immer hilfsbereit. Seine Frau und er sprechen gut englisch. Die Wohnung ist liebevoll eingerichtet und gut ausgestattet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024