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A charming rustic retreat for 2 with lake views and easy access to Porlezza! Occupying a prominent lake view position along the Lake Lugano shore, and built against a stone cliff-face, this gorgeous escape offers a unique and restful setting, away from modern life yet within easy walking distance to it! The couple-friendly property features accommodation over two floors with a country-style open-plan living area with a comfortable sitting area, TV and DVD player and a rustic open fireplace for warm, cosy evenings. Exposed stone walls and beamed ceilings provide a rustic, romantic charm. A dining area also features and a kitchenette provides all the desired appliances for a self-catering holiday, including a cooker hob, kettle, coffee machine and toaster. The property also benefits from air conditioning. For those of you who need to keep in touch with work or family, Wi-Fi Access is also available in the property. From the living room open tread stairs lead to a mezzanine floor with a bright double bedroom and a modern shower room conveniently situated off from the bedroom. One of the best features of this property is its sunny covered terrace with balcony which boasts breathtaking views over Lake Lugano and the picturesque town of Porlezza. The spacious balcony provides the perfect setting to enjoy daytime sunbathing and a glass of wine in the evenings. From the property, the resort town of Porlezza is within easy walking distance and features a picturesque promenade with cafes, gelaterias, a variety of restaurants and a wide choice of shops and supermarkets. The natural surroundings are beautiful and are popular year round with hikers. The nature reserve at Lago di Piano also provides some lovely walks and a great place for cycling and fishing. For golf lovers the Menaggio & Cadenabbia Golf Club, one of the oldest clubs in Europe, is just a 15 minutes drive away, on the Menaggio hillside by Lake Como. The cosmopolitan delights of Lugano city can be easily reached just a 25 minutes drive away with beautiful café lined piazzas, wonderful shopping arcades with designer shops, fresh food markets and also providing visitors with a wide choice of entertainment including bars, nightclubs, a stunning new casino and annual cultural and musical events. Guests staying in the property are also able to enjoy the wide choice of facilities and activities at the family-friendly Porto Letizia holiday complex which is situated on the sunny Porlezza lakefront and which is just a few minute’s drive away! The complex offers parking with the main modern Palazzo providing a visitor information desk, laundry facilities, a hair salon and a computer shop. Visitors can enjoy the stunning lakefront terrace with its contemporary Panama cafe with outdoor seating and the contemporary Italian restaurant ideal for authentic alfresco dining. The evenings are fabulous here and locals gather to enjoy aperitifs and each other’s company as the sun sets over the lush mountain tops. A tennis courts and mini golf with children’s play area are perfect for daytime fun and the beautiful parkland is ideal for dog walking, cycling and jogging, with lovely areas to enjoy lunchtime picnics under the shade of trees. A sandy beach is also a fabulous feature of the complex and makes a great place to sunbathe, with the Lake Lugano providing the most stunning of backdrops! From the complex a bridge leads over a passing stream to the promenade of Porlezza where cafés, restaurants and ice cream parlours can be enjoyed and where the main lake road with frequent bus route passes through. Pets are not allowed.
Registration code: 013189-LNI-00009
CIN Number: IT013189C2XLGREEJD
Free Cancellation (full refund) until 7 days prior to arrival
Rick GoodrumReviewed on 03/11/2022
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Great
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marcia MacyReviewed on 14/06/2022
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Charming rustic villa built right into a cliff, short walk to Porlezza. Wonderful Terrace overlooking the lake.
AnonymousReviewed on 09/06/2025
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Ein sehr spezielles Haus und mit viel Charme. Allerdings braucht es wirklich schönes und warmes Wetter, damit man alles geniessen kann, da der grösste Teil outdoor ist. Wir hatten eine kühle Regenwoche und dann ist eigentlich nur ein kleiner Teil bewohnbar. Es war trotzdem ein grossartiger Aufenthalte und wir haben es genossen. Die Lage ist top, man ist sehr schnell im Dorf mit Läden und Restaurants. Das Schlafzimmer ist zwar sehr klein, aber wir haben super geschlafen.
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Good afternoon, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you found our house charming and enjoyed the great location near the village. We appreciate your feedback regarding the outdoor space and understand that weather can impact your stay. Your comments about kitchen supplies, and Wi-Fi connectivity are valuable. We are not aware of any internal cameras, we will check this with the team on site.We strive to ensure our guests feel comfortable and have everything they need for an enjoyable experience. We're glad to know that you had a great night's sleep despite the small bedroom. Thank you again for your insights, and we hope to welcome you back in the future. Best regards, Lakecomoholiday Team
Jorgen ThomsenReviewed on 21/07/2022
Review from: VRBO
Helt unikt hus med meget smuk udsigt direkte til Luganosøen og beliggenhed tæt på dejlig mindre by. Den store åbne stue og det udendørs køkkenareal er smukke og velfungerende opholdssteder. Soveværelset på første sal er mindre praktisk, meget småt, kun en enkeltstående bøjlestang tøj og minimalt lys. Vi boede i huset en meget varm periode. Desværre fungerede aircondition ikke, og det varede et par dage før en mand kom ud for at sætte det i gang. Det kunne dog alligevel kun køre på meget lav ydeevne, og da det er installeret i stueetagen kunne det ikke køle temperaturen ned i soveværelset i overetagen, så det blev nogle meget varme nætter. Der er ikke pool og vaskemaskine. Af udlejningsannoncen fremgik det, at der i et nærliggende kompleks var adgang til pool og laundry service. I første samtale med det lokale udlejningskontor efter ankomst blev vi informeret om, at disse faciliteter ikke havde fandtes i længere tid, og det blev også påstået, at det ikke længere fremgik af annoncen. Det er ikke korrekt, da det stadig tydeligt fremgik af annoncen, og adgang til disse faciliteter var faktisk medvirkende til vores valg af dette hus. Der er trafikstøj fra vejen igennem den meget nærliggende by, men det vænner man sig til., og trods alt er en by med indkøbsfaciliteter tæt på også en fordel, især når der er tale om en så charmerende by. Sammenfattende har vi haft en dejlig ferie, og har nydt den fantastiske beliggenhed og det charmerende hus. Men huset ligger ikke ligefrem i den billige ende, og vi kunne forvente, at der idet mindste var fungerende indendørs nedkølingsmuligheder, og at de annoncerede eksterne services rent faktisk fandtes. I
CatherineReviewed on 05/07/2014
Review from: Happy.Rentals
Sorry for my delayed reply, been hectic with work since we returned from holiday! We had a really lovely week in Porlezza, we just thought the whole area was beautiful, the scenery is really out of this world and everyone we met was so lovely and welcoming. I would say the scenery and the friendliness of all the locals was the best thing about our holiday, including the amazing view from the villa. The villa was lovely and we loved sitting out on an evening with the stunning lake view. The location was also perfect being so close to the village and restaurants etc. The living room area is really amazing and spacious, although we found the bed area a little small. We appreciated your tips on things to do in the area and we explored quite a lot of it, particularly enjoying the boats which we rented from nautic planet a couple of times. We would have loved to go on one of the train trips but our toddler is a bit of a handful on public transport so we travelled mostly by car. We did make it to Milan for a day trip too and did a couple of hikes. The villa was easy to find with the detailed directions and the team were very helpful when we asked for a high chair and a new cotbed. My iphoto is playing up at the moment so I can't attach any photos but will send some on in due course as we took lots of pictures of the amazing view from the living area. Thank you again for all the information you sent through.
Philipp FreyeReviewed on 11/02/2013
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What a really unique holiday home! La Torre Di Porlezza gave us both a very charming rustico experience as well as a luxury modern feel! The accommodation was very nice for my wife and me. Our covered lake view living space was very relaxing in the day and also very romantic at night! The holiday home was very close to the shops and restaurants in Porlezza and it was also very easy to reach Lugano too by car. We had a really great escape here! Thank you for making our time here so magic!
Greg HarrisonReviewed on 14/12/2012
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What a fantastic place! Our holiday home was so unique, we couldn't have asked for better! It was located within easy reach of the town amenities and restaurants, plus had the best lake views! The property offered us the perfect mix of modern and country-style. Utterly charming. We particularly loved the splendid covered outdoor terrace and hammock! Thanks for a great time, we loved Lake Lugano.
Heike BaumReviewed on 14/12/2012
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TOP stay! So comfortable and great lake views! We had so many great walks this autumn time- thanks!!
Heather McQuillenReviewed on 12/12/2012
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Thank you for a wonderful stay in La Torre Di Porlezza! The property was incredibly different from all the others we had previously stayed in on Lake Lugano. It was a newly renovated cosy period 'rustico' with a striking contemporary lake view annexe to its side. It offered us the perfect holiday retreat and we enjoyed some great times sitting outside when the weather was mild and also enjoying cosy evenings in with a homemade meal and a roaring fire. There was a good selection of restaurants in Porlezza and we found a fantastic range in nearby Lugano. Porlezza also offered lots of convenient amenities as well as a frequent bus service to both Lake Como and to the north of Lake Lugano. Thanks for such a fantastic stay and once more for your super hospitality. We had a great time hiking, relaxing, dinnig out and exploring more of the beautiful lake district. See you again next year!
IlseReviewed on 05/09/2011
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We had a most wonderful time. It was our fist visit to Italy and now we can say we definitely want to return. Our accommodation was fantastic and if possible, we would love to stay in the home again. We found Lake Lugano area more quiet than Lake Como and although Porlezza is a small town, it offered us everything we needed. And Menaggio and the other beautifull towns/villages are close by if you need more adventure. Our time was so wonderful, because the home suited our needs 100%. Thank you for a wonderful time. And a special thank you to the owner who allowed our 4-legged baby Hannah to enjoy it too. She was in heaven there. We hope to visit La Torre again.
MartinReviewed on 16/08/2025
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AriReviewed on 26/06/2025
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PhilippeReviewed on 10/05/2024
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Rick GoodrumReviewed on 03/11/2022
Review from: VRBO
Great
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marcia MacyReviewed on 14/06/2022
Review from: VRBO
Charming rustic villa built right into a cliff, short walk to Porlezza. Wonderful Terrace overlooking the lake.
AnonymousReviewed on 09/06/2025
Review from: Booking.com
Ein sehr spezielles Haus und mit viel Charme. Allerdings braucht es wirklich schönes und warmes Wetter, damit man alles geniessen kann, da der grösste Teil outdoor ist. Wir hatten eine kühle Regenwoche und dann ist eigentlich nur ein kleiner Teil bewohnbar. Es war trotzdem ein grossartiger Aufenthalte und wir haben es genossen. Die Lage ist top, man ist sehr schnell im Dorf mit Läden und Restaurants. Das Schlafzimmer ist zwar sehr klein, aber wir haben super geschlafen.
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Response:
Good afternoon, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you found our house charming and enjoyed the great location near the village. We appreciate your feedback regarding the outdoor space and understand that weather can impact your stay. Your comments about kitchen supplies, and Wi-Fi connectivity are valuable. We are not aware of any internal cameras, we will check this with the team on site.We strive to ensure our guests feel comfortable and have everything they need for an enjoyable experience. We're glad to know that you had a great night's sleep despite the small bedroom. Thank you again for your insights, and we hope to welcome you back in the future. Best regards, Lakecomoholiday Team
Jorgen ThomsenReviewed on 21/07/2022
Review from: VRBO
Helt unikt hus med meget smuk udsigt direkte til Luganosøen og beliggenhed tæt på dejlig mindre by. Den store åbne stue og det udendørs køkkenareal er smukke og velfungerende opholdssteder. Soveværelset på første sal er mindre praktisk, meget småt, kun en enkeltstående bøjlestang tøj og minimalt lys. Vi boede i huset en meget varm periode. Desværre fungerede aircondition ikke, og det varede et par dage før en mand kom ud for at sætte det i gang. Det kunne dog alligevel kun køre på meget lav ydeevne, og da det er installeret i stueetagen kunne det ikke køle temperaturen ned i soveværelset i overetagen, så det blev nogle meget varme nætter. Der er ikke pool og vaskemaskine. Af udlejningsannoncen fremgik det, at der i et nærliggende kompleks var adgang til pool og laundry service. I første samtale med det lokale udlejningskontor efter ankomst blev vi informeret om, at disse faciliteter ikke havde fandtes i længere tid, og det blev også påstået, at det ikke længere fremgik af annoncen. Det er ikke korrekt, da det stadig tydeligt fremgik af annoncen, og adgang til disse faciliteter var faktisk medvirkende til vores valg af dette hus. Der er trafikstøj fra vejen igennem den meget nærliggende by, men det vænner man sig til., og trods alt er en by med indkøbsfaciliteter tæt på også en fordel, især når der er tale om en så charmerende by. Sammenfattende har vi haft en dejlig ferie, og har nydt den fantastiske beliggenhed og det charmerende hus. Men huset ligger ikke ligefrem i den billige ende, og vi kunne forvente, at der idet mindste var fungerende indendørs nedkølingsmuligheder, og at de annoncerede eksterne services rent faktisk fandtes. I
CatherineReviewed on 05/07/2014
Review from: Happy.Rentals
Sorry for my delayed reply, been hectic with work since we returned from holiday! We had a really lovely week in Porlezza, we just thought the whole area was beautiful, the scenery is really out of this world and everyone we met was so lovely and welcoming. I would say the scenery and the friendliness of all the locals was the best thing about our holiday, including the amazing view from the villa. The villa was lovely and we loved sitting out on an evening with the stunning lake view. The location was also perfect being so close to the village and restaurants etc. The living room area is really amazing and spacious, although we found the bed area a little small. We appreciated your tips on things to do in the area and we explored quite a lot of it, particularly enjoying the boats which we rented from nautic planet a couple of times. We would have loved to go on one of the train trips but our toddler is a bit of a handful on public transport so we travelled mostly by car. We did make it to Milan for a day trip too and did a couple of hikes. The villa was easy to find with the detailed directions and the team were very helpful when we asked for a high chair and a new cotbed. My iphoto is playing up at the moment so I can't attach any photos but will send some on in due course as we took lots of pictures of the amazing view from the living area. Thank you again for all the information you sent through.
Philipp FreyeReviewed on 11/02/2013
Review from: Happy.Rentals
What a really unique holiday home! La Torre Di Porlezza gave us both a very charming rustico experience as well as a luxury modern feel! The accommodation was very nice for my wife and me. Our covered lake view living space was very relaxing in the day and also very romantic at night! The holiday home was very close to the shops and restaurants in Porlezza and it was also very easy to reach Lugano too by car. We had a really great escape here! Thank you for making our time here so magic!
Greg HarrisonReviewed on 14/12/2012
Review from: Happy.Rentals
What a fantastic place! Our holiday home was so unique, we couldn't have asked for better! It was located within easy reach of the town amenities and restaurants, plus had the best lake views! The property offered us the perfect mix of modern and country-style. Utterly charming. We particularly loved the splendid covered outdoor terrace and hammock! Thanks for a great time, we loved Lake Lugano.
Heike BaumReviewed on 14/12/2012
Review from: Happy.Rentals
TOP stay! So comfortable and great lake views! We had so many great walks this autumn time- thanks!!
Heather McQuillenReviewed on 12/12/2012
Review from: Happy.Rentals
Thank you for a wonderful stay in La Torre Di Porlezza! The property was incredibly different from all the others we had previously stayed in on Lake Lugano. It was a newly renovated cosy period 'rustico' with a striking contemporary lake view annexe to its side. It offered us the perfect holiday retreat and we enjoyed some great times sitting outside when the weather was mild and also enjoying cosy evenings in with a homemade meal and a roaring fire. There was a good selection of restaurants in Porlezza and we found a fantastic range in nearby Lugano. Porlezza also offered lots of convenient amenities as well as a frequent bus service to both Lake Como and to the north of Lake Lugano. Thanks for such a fantastic stay and once more for your super hospitality. We had a great time hiking, relaxing, dinnig out and exploring more of the beautiful lake district. See you again next year!
IlseReviewed on 05/09/2011
Review from: Happy.Rentals
We had a most wonderful time. It was our fist visit to Italy and now we can say we definitely want to return. Our accommodation was fantastic and if possible, we would love to stay in the home again. We found Lake Lugano area more quiet than Lake Como and although Porlezza is a small town, it offered us everything we needed. And Menaggio and the other beautifull towns/villages are close by if you need more adventure. Our time was so wonderful, because the home suited our needs 100%. Thank you for a wonderful time. And a special thank you to the owner who allowed our 4-legged baby Hannah to enjoy it too. She was in heaven there. We hope to visit La Torre again.
MartinReviewed on 16/08/2025
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AriReviewed on 26/06/2025
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PhilippeReviewed on 10/05/2024
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