La Torre dell'Isola, Sala Comacina, Italy

9.6

Exceptional

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 9250 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Explore the area

Sala Comacina

Greenway del Lago di Como3 min drive
Villa Carlotta8 min drive
Villa del Balbianello8 min drive
Milan (MXP-Malpensa Intl.)63 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Period splendour on the central lake!

Boasting a prime central lake location, this romantic period retreat offers an idyllic lake view oasis, perfect for creating lasting memories for friends and family!

The beautifully presented period villa enjoys a unique and sunny setting, with splendid views of the famous L’Isola Comacina to enjoy and a lasting impression cast from its regal ambience and luxurious accommodation.

Inside the spacious and versatile layout makes it the ideal holiday retreat for both relaxation and entertaining, with spacious lake view reception rooms and sunny grounds to enjoy. The ground floor of the period villa features an open plan living and dining room of exceptional proportions, with a generous living area furnished with a comfortable and extensive sofa suite perfectly placed around a romantic open fireplace and SAT TV. The elegant dining area to the open plan room is ideal for hosting larger dinner parties for up to 8, with a music stereo and lake views from the large arched windows to leave your guests mesmerised by.

A large and practical separate kitchen is fitted with all the desired cooking appliances to prepare and cook tasty home-cooked meals during your stay, with a gas hob, eye-level oven, microwave and all the essential equipment provided. A private chef can also be hired upon request to offer guests an unforgettable dining experience, to mark that special occasion or to simply enjoy a little luxury during your Lake Como holiday. With a series of beautiful outdoors alfresco dining areas to enjoy lake view lunches and romantic dinner parties, the villa is already set to host these memorable dinner parties!

The villa’s sleeping accommodation is perfect for groups of up to 9 and is equally elegant and well proportioned, with 5 spacious bedrooms, 5 toilets, 2 shower rooms and 2 bathrooms provided.

The lake view master bedroom features an elegant period style double bed and the 4 other bedrooms provide guests with a total of 5 single beds and a double bed, ideal for adults and children. The beautiful lake views from the first floor balconies and upper level windows provide a tranquil and romantic feature to each room, to provide you and your guests with splendid holiday haven to enjoy throughout the day.

Outside the surrounding sunny lake view garden provides the perfect idyll in which to sunbathe, relax, entertain, or even to enjoy a spot of lake swimming!

The villa conveniently offers private parking (the private garage is around 500 meters from the property) and guests are perfectly placed for reaching the local amenities, taxi boat service and popular Island attraction of Sala Comacina, as well as for reaching the relaxed Lido and water boat hire service available in nearby Ossuccio. The famous attraction of Villa Balbianello in Lenno can be reached in just 5 minutes by car and a frequent bus service operates from the historical village to the nearby central lake highlights and attractions, as well as to the cosmopolitan delights and Milan transport links which are to be found in Como city.

The romantic central lake surroundings of the villa also provide guests with a wealth of restaurants and wine bars to enjoy throughout the day and night as well as picturesque resort towns to explore and activities ranging from tennis, water sports, world class golf and extreme sports to enjoy.

Property manager

Lake Como Holiday

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

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

Property Registration Number 013203-CNI-00009

We should mention

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sala Comacina

Located in Sala Comacina, this villa is on the waterfront. Villa del Balbianello and Como-Brunate Funicular are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Menaggio Beach and Lake Lugano. Enoteca Principessa and Villa Melzi Gardens are also worth visiting.

Sala Comacina

What's nearby

Greenway del Lago di Como - 3 min drive
Villa Carlotta - 8 min drive
Villa del Balbianello - 8 min drive
Bellagio Port - 21 min drive
Villa Serbelloni - 22 min drive

Getting around

Como Borghi - 30 min drive
Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

‪La Fabbrica del Gelato - ‬4 min drive
‪Villa Lario - ‬4 min drive
‪Trattoria Bar Calvasino - ‬32 min drive
‪Hotel Helvetia - ‬31 min drive
‪Antica Serra Caffetteria - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is La Torre dell'Isola, Sala Comacina, Italy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at La Torre dell'Isola, Sala Comacina, Italy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is La Torre dell'Isola, Sala Comacina, Italy located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Sacro Monte di Ossuccio and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Villa del Balbianello. Perlana Beach and Greenway del Lago di Como are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kelli R.

10 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday to Lake Como

We had the most enjoyable and relaxing week at Sala comacina. What a beautiful place. Quiet with local bakery, butcher and corner store. The greenway walk was fabulous (we are unfit and could manage it but it was a bit hot). Fabulous spot on the lake and preferred this to the touristy areas around.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

24 July 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Amazing beautiful and peaceful place to holiday. Did not want to leave the villa, just relaxed and enjoyed the beauty of Lake Como.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Carol

24 July 2023

La Torre dell'Isola

Amazing beautiful and peaceful place to holiday.

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10/10 Excellent

Kelli

21 July 2023

La Torre dell'Isola

This Villa was an amazing holiday experience. Away from the tourist area, we could enjoy the local butcher, bakery, and wine bars. The restaurants nearby were fantastic. What a glorious spot to sit and the kitchen is well equipped to cater for all meals. The kids enjoyed swimming out front and the Greenway walk was beautiful to walk through (note, there are lots of cobblestones and hills) at a leisurely pace.

6/10 Okay

Michel S.

20 Aug 2022

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

LIÉS LIES LIES

No private parking close to the house. I did send 2 emails to the managers of house. Answers from the manager : there is a private parking and a garage I will never rent again with lake Como holliday. Stay far away from that company.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pavlina M., Sarasota, FL

2 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical time on Lake Como!

Fantastic location, well equipped property right on the lake. The only recommendation we have is to bring a smaller car. We've traveled in a passenger van and it was very difficult to park, although the property offered a garage less than 100 m. We miss having our coffee in the morning on the beautiful front yard right on the lake. We've rented a boat (it's a must!) for a few days and cruised around the lake to view all the beautiful villas. Can't wait to return! Thank you for the timely communication and recommendations - we loved our stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John A., Houston, Texas, USA

13 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful villa on Como

What a special place! The setting is gorgeous, the house and kitchen are well equipped, and you’re a 4-minute walk from one of the best restaurants on the lake. George from the agency was terrific, including on arrival and recommending a boat ride. For Americans used to creature comforts, be aware (as the listing shows) there’s no AC or clothes dryer, and only 1 parking space, which is a little distance away. But the villa had plenty of fans, and once the sun was behind the mountains it was cool and comfortable. The town itself has very little walking distance, but Lenno is a 40-minute walk with the Villa Balbiano and the Villa Balbianello in between.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wesley J., Saint Louis USA

11 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Authentic villa experience on Lake Como

Torre dell'Isola was an ideal place for our group of eight, consisting of our family of four and four friends of our children, ages 22 to 25. The place was as advertised: the furnishings and appliances are dated, but it is an authentic Italian villa, full of charm, located in a village with less tourist traffic, and featuring a spectacular view from every room. Private steps provide easy access to the lake for cooling swims in the afternoon heat. We loved the outdoor space, whether for morning coffee on the circular stone patio above the water or for dinner on the lawn. A few caveats are worth noting to ensure a good fit. First, as noted, the furnishings and appliances are dated; someone expecting five-star luxury will be disappointed. Second, there are fans but no air conditioning. For us this was no problem, as the July heat at midday would gave way to temperatures in the low 70s at night, and most of us cooled off in the lake once or twice a day in any event. Some will feel differently, however. Third, the ferry service to Sala Comacina is more limited than in the big towns like Bellagio and Menaggio, so visitors should plan on taking a private water taxi (which are more expensive), a bus or a car. Finally, there is only one parking spot, located a short walk from the villa, and the villa can be accessed only on foot. There is only limited parking in Sala Comacina, so finding a space for our second car was a bit of a challenge. We always did find a spot, usually within five minutes' walk of the villa, up several flights of stairs. Again, none of these factors were problems for us, and all of us thoroughly enjoyed our stay at La Torre dell'Isola.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

21 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Property

Can’t beat the lakefront location with views of Isola Comacina. Walking distance to Locanda La Tirlindana and Lido Di Comacina (have reservations). The house itself is furnished modestly. Updated and more comfortable furniture, especially outside to enjoy the scenery and great backyard would go a long way to making this place awesome. The giant tree in the photos in the backyard has been cut down (sad). The location in an old Italian village is awesome and authentic feeling and the walk through cobblestone alleys to reach the house is super fun. Having the tower makes for really cool pictures. Overall, a great experience. I want to buy the place to take better care of it - has the potential to be a superior property in a perfect location if it was cared for a little better.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

29 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Villa by the lake

We loved the atmosphere and location of this lovely family home among the winding alleyways of Sala. A swim in the lake directly from the garden was a highlight of our stay .

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10/10 Excellent

10 July 2018

La Torre dell'Isola

June 2018 Beautiful, homey villa right on the water. Relaxing listening to waves day and night and watching life go by on the lake. Able to swim right off the back. Very transportive. A couple of good restaurants in walking distance. Sala Comacina still has the feel of old italy and met many of the warm neighbors. Host management company very helpful. Enjoyed it. Robert, USA

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

5 Aug 2014

La Torre dell'Isola

We had an absolutely wonderful holiday - Lake Como is simply stunning and we were constantly in awe of its beauty. Thank you for making everything so easy for us. L'Isola was a lovely apartment with a beautiful view. It was clean and comfortable and everything worked fine. Your directions were spot on and we had no problem finding the keys. We were in Lake Como for a wedding so that was probably our main holiday highlight! But after that the best thing we did was hire a boat and explore the lake. We found an excellent place in Osuccio near the bottom of Via G Castelli - I can't remember the name of the place but the guy who hired us the boat was called Mino and was really nice. We took the boat between 6-8pm and it was the perfect time to go. We had a lovely sunset and it felt like we had the lake to ourselves. I had a swim in a slightly secluded area and the water was just beautiful! We enjoyed some wonderful meals particularly on the waterfront in Lenno. We ate at the Lido and also at Bar Sport. On our first night, we had a lovely meal at Il Cris - who were conveniently open quite late for when we arrived (might be worth mentioning to future guests). We spent one day by the pool, which was lovely, and also took a trip to Como and went up the funicular railway. The views at the top were simply breathtaking. Thank you for all your help - from the initial enquiries we made, to that quick call to confirm the location of the communal swimming pool(!), to the instructions for leaving the property, everything went like a dream. I hope we left the property as we found it. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend HHH and L'Isola apartment. Thank you so much - we had such a lovely time we didn't really want to leave!!