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Villa Margherita Grande, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Griante - Cadenabbia, Lombardy
  • Bellagio Port
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Villa Serbelloni
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Villa Melzi
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Como (QCM-Como Seaplane Base)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Villa Margherita Grande, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy

A wonderful refined property with Lake, Gardens and more!

The grand Villa Margherita dates back to the 1750’s and is in fact where the famous Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi stayed and composed ‘La Traviata.’ The villa enjoys a prime central lake position along the desirable western shore making it ideally placed for guests who wish to explore the many attractions and pretty towns on Lake Como!

The villa’s well maintained grounds include a lakefront area with resident beach, boat mooring facility, children’s play area and a resident parking facility. Once guests have parked here an arched stone tunnel leads guests safely under the lake road out into the principal Villa grounds, which enjoys a sunny lake view position in a mature and serene landscaped setting.

The spacious two bedroom property is situated on the second floor of the period Villa and the accommodation is distinctive, elegant, modern and inviting with a bright and well proportioned lake view sitting room which features three comfortable sofas, a TV, dining area and a wonderful view of the Bellagio peninsular. The owner’s own tasteful and eccentric flair can be enjoyed in the property and can be seen in the original art pieces, antique furniture and modernist touches; the style being Italian distinctly works and provides both a restful and vibrant atmosphere for guests to enjoy.

A modern fully fitted kitchen with dining area provides all the desired appliances for a self-catering holiday and also enjoys a wonderful view of the lake which is perfect whilst preparing food.

The principal lake view master bedroom is beautifully furnished with antique pieces, floor to ceiling lake view windows and includes modern touches such as a flat screen TV for guests’ entertainment. From the master bedroom French doors open out onto a fabulous sunny lake view balcony terrace. An Alfresco dining set features and makes for the perfect dinner party venue, overlooking the villa’s romantic gardens and the breathtaking Lake Como with picturesque views towards Bellagio and the pretty resort town of Varenna on the eastern lakeshore.

A second spacious twin bedroom with stylish bamboo single beds and a bright and open atmosphere also features and is ideal for guests.

A contemporary newly fitted bathroom with bath tub and a second modern rustic style shower room are also situated in the property.

Guests are able to enjoy the splendid resident landscaped gardens of the villa which feature specimen trees and spectacular flower displays and are ideal for walking and relaxing in.

Smoking is not allowed.

From the villa local restaurants can be reached along the road by foot, and conveniently by car in a matter of minutes guests will reach the famous Villa Carlotta, Tremezzo cafes, bars, restaurants and lakeside park, the Cadenabbia car and passenger ferry, the famous Villa Balbianello and the picturesque resort town of Menaggio with boutique shops, Lido beach and swimming pools and charming piazzas. The pretty hillside heart of Griante should be explored and there are many fine walks to enjoy from here, to the St Martino church with its incredible lake views for example.

Property manager

Lake Como Holiday

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT013113C2D6YUKR6O, 013113-CNI-00042

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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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cadenabbia

Griante is home to this apartment. Villa del Balbianello and Villa Monastero are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Villa Serbelloni and Menaggio Beach. Enoteca Principessa and Villa Melzi Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Griante - Cadenabbia, Lombardy

What's nearby

  • Villa Carlotta - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bellagio Port - 20 min walk - 2.4 km
  • Villa Serbelloni - 14 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Villa Melzi Gardens - 15 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Villa Melzi - 15 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Varenna-Esino Station - 26 min drive
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Pasticceria Rossi - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Seta - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ristoro Forma & Gusto - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Antichi Sapori - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪La Goletta - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Margherita Grande, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Margherita Grande, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Margherita Grande, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Margherita Grande, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy located?

Situated in Griante, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cadenabbia Ferry Terminal and Villa Carlotta. Bellagio Port and San Martino Church are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sonya F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authentic stay on the lake
Villa Margharita Granda is perfectly located with beautiful views of the lake. It is a lovely authentic apartment with everything you need for a wonderfully relaxed and comfortable stay! Thank you, my husband and I and our 2 adult children have spent an amazing 6 day unforgettable holiday on lake Como!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Marcy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful exterior, grounds, vview
Large apartment- interior is very dated but functions well. Great view!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Fred B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Trip
Overallproperty was veey good. Parking situation , across the road through a dark tunnel amd up a steep hillwas difficult , especially for my wif who is recovering from knee surgery.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
The Villa was amazing. The view was picture perfect, the garden and property incredible. Location is walking distance to Menaggio and Tremezzo, and steps away from ferry. Everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Raoul S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Perfect location
The location is perfect with a small private beach and many restaurants in walking distance. The only negative was that the agency did not react on and WhatsApp messages.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ada C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Fabulous Find!
This apartment was absolutely everything we wanted. On the lake but not in an overly trafficked area of Lake Como. Spacious, clean accommodations with an incredible view of the lake. Quiet and relaxing. And there was private parking!! We would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Villa Margherita
It was a beautiful property, however my friends who stayed in the bedroom upstairs were disappointed . Bathroom to small /shower upstairs
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C., Williamsburg, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and Beautiful Villa
The grounds are impeccably manicured and flowers are abundant. It was quiet in the house and if there were other guests, we never saw them. There was a friendly family living ion the property, along with a friendly dog and cat. We were worried about not having air conditioning, however the evening breeze and open windows kept us comfortable. My young adult sons enjoyed the access to the water and the green space for sun bathing and kicking the soccer ball. Be prepared to walk to the ferry and to meals. Buses were a bit tricky so be patient and expect 10-20 minutes late on the posted route times. We parked the car and never drove again. It’s an easy boat ride to Bellagio, which we did two days. Parking lot and home are very secure and we felt very safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Robert V.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
safety and other issues
The apartment was on the third floor, all stone steps. No lighting on the stairway or the doorway to get a key in the lock No AC, and since the property is right on the highway leaving the windows open wasn’t so practical if you wanted to sleep - not so great during a heat wave Internet was offline, the management company suggested that we wait for the repair person, once it was booked. Toilet was not working properly Bedding was basically a single sheet left for us to put on We moved to a hotel instead of staying. The management company seemed very practiced in the resulting conversation, no refund offered.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Van F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful , magical place!
Very accessible and easy to rent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

suzette n.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location Location Location
You can't beat the location and the view from the balcony/terrace. We spent most of our time on the terrace enjoying the view of the lake and Bellagio. You will feel quite privileged as you drink wine on your balcony while the boat tours slow down in front of the historic villa and the tourists look up and wonder who you are. The villa is divided into apartments and we were the only ones there besides the property manager's family. So you do have the feeling of being on a very special place on Lake Como. The villa is centrally located and easy to walk to the Ferry and dining options. You are defiantly paying for the view and the grounds. The apartment is in need of updating, and know there are no amenities or supplies to cook with other than pots and pans. The bedroom was enjoyable and the kitchen also had a view, but the living area was not a room I wanted to spend any time in. The property management is in another town, but they were easy to deal with and left a nice welcome basket.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional place! Really gives the authentic feeling of Lake Como.
We loved the villa and will return. The only complaint is that I left some items behind and asked to have them sent. I called three times and spoke to someone but never heard back. I guess my items are gone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Villa
Beautiful location in a great area. Showers small.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Montgomery Texas USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
We came into Como and had a long taxi ride to the rental office in Menagio, which was difficult to find,even by our Italian taxi driver. He drove us to villa Margherita and we didn’t know how to get into the property. A tenant helped us. We were given instructions at the rental office, but they were not conspicuous, at least to us. I called the helpline and the manager George Castillo came out to assist us and tell us where restaurants were. It would have been nice if someone had met us at the villa to orient us and show us around. George also arranged for a taxi for us back to Como, after our 3-day stay. The area is beautiful and a ferry is not too far which you can take over to Bellagio. Villa Margherita and it’s grounds are exceptional. Once we got past our initial reaction to the long taxi ride and our difficulty in getting into our apartment, we very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Stay.. best views for your buck..
Villa Margherita was overall a great stay in Lake Como especially if you’re there for the picturesque views of Belaggio and the lake itself. The ferry that’s down the street will connect you To Belaggio and neighboring towns, yet, I would first recommend that you get yourself a rental car since the village the villa sits in is a little farther away from any main source of city/town life. Other than that, the staff is very friendly and helpful & I hope you have a great time here!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Villa Margherita Grande
July 2018 This apartment has a stunning view over Lake Como to Bellagio, and beautiful grounds. Gita, UK
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10/10 Excellent

Villa Margherita Grande
May 2018 We had a wonderful stay at the villa. Description was accurate and communication was great. Thanks! Yvonne, UK
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

ole k., Herning, Denmark

Fantastic view - great place
Spend 6 days in this wonderful house - apartment on 2nd floor facing the lake and a wonderful balcony with the most fantastic view to the lake. The apartment is perfect for two persons. The extra bedroom and toilet has a low ceiling and not really comfortable. The interior is very tasteful but the overall impression is not the best because it is fairly old and also because the most basic equipment was not in place. I.e no shower curtain, leaking dishwasher, no wash up equipment etc. something the owner easily can improve! Wifi is good Good parking facilities Fantastic garden Very central with shops, bars, cafes nearby Swimmingpool opposite Helpful "facility manager" lives in the ground floor apartment We rented the place through Happy Holidays and have only positive to say.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Villa Margherita Grande
Villa Marghereta is a beautiful old Villa located on a superb Location. The views from the appt Margherita GRande are breathtaking. Breakfast and Diner on the balcony with a direct view over the lake to Belaggio, close to Menaggio...it doesnt get better. Good parking, great gardens...
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Villa Margherita Grande
What a treat to get to stay in this villa on the shores of Lake Como. Spacious and well appointed 2 bedroom apartment on second floor with a lovely terrace overlooking the lake. Perfect place for breakfast or late afternoon cocktails. Self catering accommodation, however no oven or toaster and no washing machine. Eclectic furnishing which were lovely however beds were very uncomfortable- for the cost of this villa one should expect a decent bed and fluffy towels - we had neither. Main bedroom has an ensuite which is functional but basic, and the hot water is only Luke warm, second bedroo is on a mezzanine level, above the main bedroom with glass sliding panels, so don't expect too much privacy in the main bedroom. Second bathroom is barely functiona - rustic is the romantic description, but really it should be updated immediately. You need to be short to access the area without bumping your head. The views from this villa are to die for, and with a couple if new beds, some fluffy towels and hot water, it would be perfect. Guests also have access to the lakeside pool across the road.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Villa Margherita Grande
Our stay at Lake Como was wonderful and what a great backdrop of the landscape of the area. Overall the place is great and it was a treat to get to stay in this grand villa on the shores of Lake Como. Spacious and well appointed 2 bedroom apartment on 2nd floor with a lovely terrace overlooking the Lake. Perfect place for breakfast or late afternoon cocktails. Eclectic furnishings which were lovely. The views from this Villa are to die for! The staff and dealing with the office has always been great and nothing was too hard.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Villa Margherita Grande
I recently stayed in Villa Margherita Grande with my husband and daughter. We absolutely loved the villa, it's spaciousness and the beautiful views from every window! We enjoyed our stay at the villa immensely. It was lovely and sunny, the gardens are beautiful. It is a very special place and we never ceased to be fascinated by the views.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Villa Margherita Grande
Our stay in Villa Margherita Grande was a truly wonderful experience. The apartment itself was very spacious and comfortable for us, its interior being one of a kind and carefully finished to offer us a welcoming home from home. The sunny private balcony enjoyed views of Bellagio and it was just the perfect place to read a book and drink some wine. The gardens of the villa, its history and intriguing underground tunnel were just also fascinating. Its a real gem of a holiday home! Many thanks.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Villa Margherita Grande
A fantastic holiday home for us! My artist husband was a BIG fan!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Villa Margherita Grande
We chose Villa Margherita Grande for its intriguing interior and views of Bellagio - it did not disappoint! It was a very fascinating and fully-equipped property and its landscaped villa setting was simply unique. Thank you very much for a wonderful week!

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