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This stylish first-floor apartment with panoramic lake views, sleeps 5 people in comfort. Nestling on the hillside above Lake Lugano, and just 5 minutes from the centre of the city, the apartment is the perfect base for a fabulous holiday in this beautiful region. The spacious contemporary living/dining room has large windows overlooking the lake and the mountains beyond. The décor is chic and modern, with two glass doors leading out onto a private balcony, where guests can enjoy sundowners. Back inside, there is a cosy corner sofa next to a modern brick fireplace and a flat-screen TV. On the other side of the room there is an elegant dining table for 5 people. The separate kitchen is full of light and just off the dining area. is beautifully-equipped with everything you might need. There is a cooker hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, freezer and a coffee machine. Sleeping Bedroom 1: The spectacular master bedroom is furnished with a modern double bed, combined with an antique wardrobe, an elegant sofa, a large framed mirror and a balcony shared with the 2nd bedroom which looks out over the lake. Bedroom 2: This airy bedroom has 2 single beds, a wardrobe and a door onto the balcony. Bedroom 3: Another light-filled bedroom with lake views. This room has a single bed and a lap-top friendly workspace. Bathroom Bathroom: The attractive bathroom is equipped with a full bath with a showerhead, separate shower, bidet, basin and WC Extra: There is an additional WC off the living area. Additional • Wifi device • Balconies • Outside dining area • Smart TV • Fireplace • Central heating • Washing machine • Hair dryer • Extra pet friendly • Child-friendly • Private parking, a car is not necessary - Garage Location The apartment is in an excellent location. Just a few hundred metres from the lake shore and a 15 minute walk from the centre of Lugano. On the border of Switzerland and Italy, the city of Lugano is famous for its stunning location, rich cultural heritage and excellent restaurants and cafés. The city hosts many festivals throughout the year, including the “Luganomusica” festival every summer. For self-catering, the Lugano farmers’ market (Tuesdays and Fridays) in Via Carducci (7-minute drive) is the place to go to pick up the best ingredients. Otherwise, there are a wide range of supermarkets nearby. The lovely town of Gandria (4 minute drive) which is towards the Italian border makes a great day out. Visitors can wander through the village’s winding streets or hike along the Sentiero Dell’Olivo. For more beautiful hiking routes, guests can cross over into Italy and enjoy the unspoiled forests and hills of Valsolda (25 minutes). The closest international airports are in Italy - Milan Malpensa 1 hour, 10 minutes by car, or Milan Linate, a 1 hour and 36-minute journey.
Registration code: NL-00010148
A damage deposit of CHF200 has to be paid locally.Free Cancellation (full refund) until 7 days prior to arrival
KylieReviewed on 24/09/2024
Review from: Happy.Rentals
Thank you for a lovely stay. Accomodation was perfect and the view magnificent. Wish we could have stayed longer. Would highly recommend !
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Dear Kylie, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the view. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back for another lovely experience! Best, Happy.Rentals Team
Noémie DanieloReviewed on 20/08/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Magnifique vue pour cet appartement simple et très grand sur les hauteurs du lac de Lugano.
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Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié votre séjour, nous espérons que vous avez ramené de beaux souvenirs de cette région ! Merci et à bientôt !
Gaelle De La Follye De JouxReviewed on 18/08/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Superbe appartement avec vue magnifique sur le lac. Appartement très bien agencé et lumineux. Les propriétaires qui habitent en-dessous sont très accueillants. L’agence qui gère le bien est très réactive et les agents très sympathiques.
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We are pleased that you enjoyed our holiday home, and we are glad we have welcomed you. Hope to see you here again!
Ryan MillsReviewed on 15/07/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Amazing views, nice trail to walk to city vice walking on road. 3 small kids could handle it. Place was spacious, views fantastic. Overall we were pleased and would 100% come back!!
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We are pleased that you enjoyed our holiday home, and we are glad we have welcomed you. Hope to see you here again!
Yuliia PadenkoReviewed on 10/07/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Very nice place to stay in Lugano! Clean, bright and cozy appartement. The view is really amazing ! The neighborhood is calm, but it’s quite close to get anywhere
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We are pleased that you enjoyed our holiday home, and we are glad we have welcomed you. Hope to see you here again!
EugeneReviewed on 04/07/2024
Review from: Happy.Rentals
Responsiveness of hosts. Wifi was missing, team arranged for a replacement to be used in a short period of time. Really appreciate it. Good views
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Dear Eugene! Thank you for your comments! We're glad to hear that you appreciated the responsiveness of our team and that we could arrange a replacement for the missing WiFi quickly. It’s also great to know you enjoyed the views! We hope to welcome you back for another stay soon! Your Happy Rentals Team
Joerg FlachowskyReviewed on 24/06/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Beautiful place, amazing views! Happy to return.
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We are pleased that you enjoyed our holiday home, and we are glad we have welcomed you. Hope to see you here again!
DavidReviewed on 12/05/2024
Review from: Happy.Rentals
Excellent apartment with a fantastic view, really easy to find, excellent communications with Happy Rentals. A parking place would be nice if possible as it is quite a hike from the public parking places to the apartment Would be nice to have a Wi-Fi password that works and is relatively easy to input, not a 16 character input with dashes.....
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Response:
Dear David, We are pleased that you enjoyed our holiday home, and we are glad we have welcomed you. Unfortunately in Lugano parkings are limited; also regarding wifi the compicated password is for security reasons. Hope to see you here again! Happy Rentals Team
AlexanderReviewed on 20/05/2024
Review from: Booking.com
A really nice view, very clean and newly renovated. Very good instruction while arriving there. Very quiet neighbours.
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Thank you for your review and we hope to host you someday again! -Happy Rentals Team
Alexander MacheleidtReviewed on 13/08/2025
Review from: Airbnb
Sensationelle Aussicht Sehr große Wohnung Kaum Steckdosen Weiche Matratzen Laut pfeifender Duschthermostat Unfreundlicher Vermieter darunter, spricht kein Wort deutsch, englisch, französisch Keine Informationen in der Unterkunft Kontakt mit Agentur meist sehr freundlich, ein männlicher Mitarbeiter aber kurz angebundener Stoffel.
Tamara WhitneyReviewed on 09/06/2025
Review from: Airbnb
Outstanding views on a nice peaceful location. 20min walk onto the centre of town Equipped with everything we needed.
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We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay, we hope you have brought back lovely memories of this area! Thank you and see you again!
ArianaReviewed on 05/04/2025
Review from: Happy.Rentals
We loved the location and gorgeous view—a beautiful 25 minute walk to the town center or else just a few minutes on the bus 5 minutes from the flat entrance.. Checkin and checkout were a breeze. Very spacious apartment and we loved the outdoor terraces. The beds were not particularly comfortable and I think we expected better quality there for the cost. Thank you!
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Response:
Dear Ariana, Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the location, views, and spaciousness of the apartment. We appreciate your feedback regarding the beds and will take it into consideration. Your insights help us improve the experience for our guests. We hope to welcome you back in the future! Best regards, Happy.Rentals Team
Ariana SmithReviewed on 02/04/2025
Review from: VRBO
This flat is in a wonderful location, a nice 25 minute walk to the true center of Lugano or a quick bus ride, which you can pick up right down the hill. Flat is super spacious and clean and with incredible views! I would’ve appreciated better quality mattresses/beds, which were fine for a few nights but not much beyond that. And having a few things like paper towels or a few coffee pods for the machine would’ve been a great touch too. Otherwise, well appointed and comfortable, nice value, and you cannot beat the view! It was an easy walk to the Monte Bre funicular too which was nice.
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Response:
Dear Ariana Smith, Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the wonderful location, spaciousness, and incredible views of the flat. We appreciate your feedback regarding the mattresses and the additional amenities; your insights help us understand our guests' needs better. We're glad you found the value and accessibility to Monte Bre enjoyable. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back in the future! Best regards, Happy.Rentals Team
Susan HeldReviewed on 03/11/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Die Beschreibung trifft auf die Unterkunft zu. Der Ausblick ist fantastisch. Die Wohnung ist sehr grosszügig, man hat viel Platz. Im Wohnzimmer könnte ein Sessel mehr sein, zu knapp für 5 Personen gemütlich zu sitzen. Ebenso müsste man mehr gemütliches Licht anbieten. Die Küche war ok ausgestattet, aber es fehlte an kleinen Schüsseln. Am Geruch in der Wohnung könnte man auch etwas machen…. Bessere Lüftung? Ein Problem war das Parkieren. Man kann nur in der blauen Zone parken (ca 8min zu Fuss / steiler Weg) von 18-8 Uhr gratis. Sonst Tageskarte online buchen!!!! Schade aber für den Preis, dass das Parken nicht gut gelöst ist. Es wäre sonst alles mit den öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln erreichbar.
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Response:
Hallo Susan, wir freuen uns, dass Ihnen unser Ferienhaus gefallen hat, und wir sind froh, dass wir Sie willkommen geheißen haben. Wir haben Ihr Feedback für Verbesserungen zur Kenntnis genommen. Die Immobilie wird nicht mit einem privaten Parkplatz beworben. Wir hoffen, Sie hier wieder zu sehen!
Jinhee ParkReviewed on 30/10/2024
Review from: Airbnb
The heater was turned on, but it doesn't work well so it was cold. The view from the room was nice.
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Response:
Thank you for your feedback! We are glad we had the opportunity to host you and look forward to welcome you again!
HassanReviewed on 12/09/2024
Review from: Booking.com
The apartment is very spacious,has great views over the lake of Lugano. Its location is very good , not far from the old town and the lake cruises and other water activities. It is also well equipped. It has a big bath room and a smaller toilet.
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Response:
Dear Hassan, Thank you for your feedback regarding your stay at Casa Serenella. We appreciate your comments on the spaciousness and location of the apartment, as well as the views. We sincerely apologize for the cleanliness issues and the challenges you faced with our communication team. Your concerns are valuable to us, and we will take them into consideration as we strive to improve our services. We hope you enjoyed your time in Lugano despite these challenges. Best regards, Happy.Rentals Team
Peyman OreizyReviewed on 29/07/2024
Review from: Airbnb
The views from the apartment are spectacular. The location is great, though you are a couple kilometers away from the heart of Lugano. The apartment’s furnishing and finishings could use updating — the furniture, the decorations, etc. felt dated and minimal. When we arrived, the apartment was very hot and there were no fans. I sent a message requesting some, but got a reply the next day to call the office number sent in an email outside of Airbnb. Also, I didn’t like having to register and checkin outside of the Airbnb app.
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Response:
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the spectacular views and convenient location. We appreciate your suggestions regarding the furnishings and decorations and will look into updating them. We apologize for the delay in responding to your request for fans and for any inconvenience caused by the check-in process outside of Airbnb. Your comments are valuable to us, and we will work on improving these aspects for future guests.
Penny LuthiReviewed on 23/07/2024
Review from: Airbnb
We had a great time, the flat was as described-
Matthew MatthewReviewed on 12/07/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Beautiful place, but the cleaning fee was rather on the expensive side considering that we only stayed the two nights and cleaned up after ourselves, ensuring that we took our rubbish with us.
Philipp FluryReviewed on 28/05/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Das einzig Negativ war, dass es keinen gratis Parkplatz zur Verfügung hatte. Entweder man hat weiter entfernt parkiert oder sonst musste man eine Busse riskieren
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Response:
Vielen Dank, dass Sie sich die Zeit genommen haben, Ihr Feedback zu schreiben. Diese Eigenschaft ist nicht mit privaten Parkplatz beworben, gibt es kostenpflichtige öffentliche Parkplätze in der Nähe.
ChrisReviewed on 24/08/2024
Review from: Happy.Rentals
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Response:
Dear Chris, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear about the issues during your stay. We wish you all the best, The Happy Rentals Team
NuchemReviewed on 20/09/2024
Review from: Happy.Rentals
HeikeReviewed on 06/06/2025
Review from: Happy.Rentals
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KylieReviewed on 24/09/2024
Review from: Happy.Rentals
Thank you for a lovely stay. Accomodation was perfect and the view magnificent. Wish we could have stayed longer. Would highly recommend !
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Response:
Dear Kylie, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the view. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back for another lovely experience! Best, Happy.Rentals Team
Noémie DanieloReviewed on 20/08/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Magnifique vue pour cet appartement simple et très grand sur les hauteurs du lac de Lugano.
Show replies
Response:
Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié votre séjour, nous espérons que vous avez ramené de beaux souvenirs de cette région ! Merci et à bientôt !
Gaelle De La Follye De JouxReviewed on 18/08/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Superbe appartement avec vue magnifique sur le lac. Appartement très bien agencé et lumineux. Les propriétaires qui habitent en-dessous sont très accueillants. L’agence qui gère le bien est très réactive et les agents très sympathiques.
Show replies
Response:
We are pleased that you enjoyed our holiday home, and we are glad we have welcomed you. Hope to see you here again!
Ryan MillsReviewed on 15/07/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Amazing views, nice trail to walk to city vice walking on road. 3 small kids could handle it. Place was spacious, views fantastic. Overall we were pleased and would 100% come back!!
Show replies
Response:
We are pleased that you enjoyed our holiday home, and we are glad we have welcomed you. Hope to see you here again!
Yuliia PadenkoReviewed on 10/07/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Very nice place to stay in Lugano! Clean, bright and cozy appartement. The view is really amazing ! The neighborhood is calm, but it’s quite close to get anywhere
Show replies
Response:
We are pleased that you enjoyed our holiday home, and we are glad we have welcomed you. Hope to see you here again!
EugeneReviewed on 04/07/2024
Review from: Happy.Rentals
Responsiveness of hosts. Wifi was missing, team arranged for a replacement to be used in a short period of time. Really appreciate it. Good views
Show replies
Response:
Dear Eugene! Thank you for your comments! We're glad to hear that you appreciated the responsiveness of our team and that we could arrange a replacement for the missing WiFi quickly. It’s also great to know you enjoyed the views! We hope to welcome you back for another stay soon! Your Happy Rentals Team
Joerg FlachowskyReviewed on 24/06/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Beautiful place, amazing views! Happy to return.
Show replies
Response:
We are pleased that you enjoyed our holiday home, and we are glad we have welcomed you. Hope to see you here again!
DavidReviewed on 12/05/2024
Review from: Happy.Rentals
Excellent apartment with a fantastic view, really easy to find, excellent communications with Happy Rentals. A parking place would be nice if possible as it is quite a hike from the public parking places to the apartment Would be nice to have a Wi-Fi password that works and is relatively easy to input, not a 16 character input with dashes.....
Show replies
Response:
Dear David, We are pleased that you enjoyed our holiday home, and we are glad we have welcomed you. Unfortunately in Lugano parkings are limited; also regarding wifi the compicated password is for security reasons. Hope to see you here again! Happy Rentals Team
AlexanderReviewed on 20/05/2024
Review from: Booking.com
A really nice view, very clean and newly renovated. Very good instruction while arriving there. Very quiet neighbours.
Show replies
Response:
Thank you for your review and we hope to host you someday again! -Happy Rentals Team
Alexander MacheleidtReviewed on 13/08/2025
Review from: Airbnb
Sensationelle Aussicht Sehr große Wohnung Kaum Steckdosen Weiche Matratzen Laut pfeifender Duschthermostat Unfreundlicher Vermieter darunter, spricht kein Wort deutsch, englisch, französisch Keine Informationen in der Unterkunft Kontakt mit Agentur meist sehr freundlich, ein männlicher Mitarbeiter aber kurz angebundener Stoffel.
Tamara WhitneyReviewed on 09/06/2025
Review from: Airbnb
Outstanding views on a nice peaceful location. 20min walk onto the centre of town Equipped with everything we needed.
Show replies
Response:
We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay, we hope you have brought back lovely memories of this area! Thank you and see you again!
ArianaReviewed on 05/04/2025
Review from: Happy.Rentals
We loved the location and gorgeous view—a beautiful 25 minute walk to the town center or else just a few minutes on the bus 5 minutes from the flat entrance.. Checkin and checkout were a breeze. Very spacious apartment and we loved the outdoor terraces. The beds were not particularly comfortable and I think we expected better quality there for the cost. Thank you!
Show replies
Response:
Dear Ariana, Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the location, views, and spaciousness of the apartment. We appreciate your feedback regarding the beds and will take it into consideration. Your insights help us improve the experience for our guests. We hope to welcome you back in the future! Best regards, Happy.Rentals Team
Ariana SmithReviewed on 02/04/2025
Review from: VRBO
This flat is in a wonderful location, a nice 25 minute walk to the true center of Lugano or a quick bus ride, which you can pick up right down the hill. Flat is super spacious and clean and with incredible views! I would’ve appreciated better quality mattresses/beds, which were fine for a few nights but not much beyond that. And having a few things like paper towels or a few coffee pods for the machine would’ve been a great touch too. Otherwise, well appointed and comfortable, nice value, and you cannot beat the view! It was an easy walk to the Monte Bre funicular too which was nice.
Show replies
Response:
Dear Ariana Smith, Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the wonderful location, spaciousness, and incredible views of the flat. We appreciate your feedback regarding the mattresses and the additional amenities; your insights help us understand our guests' needs better. We're glad you found the value and accessibility to Monte Bre enjoyable. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back in the future! Best regards, Happy.Rentals Team
Susan HeldReviewed on 03/11/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Die Beschreibung trifft auf die Unterkunft zu. Der Ausblick ist fantastisch. Die Wohnung ist sehr grosszügig, man hat viel Platz. Im Wohnzimmer könnte ein Sessel mehr sein, zu knapp für 5 Personen gemütlich zu sitzen. Ebenso müsste man mehr gemütliches Licht anbieten. Die Küche war ok ausgestattet, aber es fehlte an kleinen Schüsseln. Am Geruch in der Wohnung könnte man auch etwas machen…. Bessere Lüftung? Ein Problem war das Parkieren. Man kann nur in der blauen Zone parken (ca 8min zu Fuss / steiler Weg) von 18-8 Uhr gratis. Sonst Tageskarte online buchen!!!! Schade aber für den Preis, dass das Parken nicht gut gelöst ist. Es wäre sonst alles mit den öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln erreichbar.
Show replies
Response:
Hallo Susan, wir freuen uns, dass Ihnen unser Ferienhaus gefallen hat, und wir sind froh, dass wir Sie willkommen geheißen haben. Wir haben Ihr Feedback für Verbesserungen zur Kenntnis genommen. Die Immobilie wird nicht mit einem privaten Parkplatz beworben. Wir hoffen, Sie hier wieder zu sehen!
Jinhee ParkReviewed on 30/10/2024
Review from: Airbnb
The heater was turned on, but it doesn't work well so it was cold. The view from the room was nice.
Show replies
Response:
Thank you for your feedback! We are glad we had the opportunity to host you and look forward to welcome you again!
HassanReviewed on 12/09/2024
Review from: Booking.com
The apartment is very spacious,has great views over the lake of Lugano. Its location is very good , not far from the old town and the lake cruises and other water activities. It is also well equipped. It has a big bath room and a smaller toilet.
Show replies
Response:
Dear Hassan, Thank you for your feedback regarding your stay at Casa Serenella. We appreciate your comments on the spaciousness and location of the apartment, as well as the views. We sincerely apologize for the cleanliness issues and the challenges you faced with our communication team. Your concerns are valuable to us, and we will take them into consideration as we strive to improve our services. We hope you enjoyed your time in Lugano despite these challenges. Best regards, Happy.Rentals Team
Peyman OreizyReviewed on 29/07/2024
Review from: Airbnb
The views from the apartment are spectacular. The location is great, though you are a couple kilometers away from the heart of Lugano. The apartment’s furnishing and finishings could use updating — the furniture, the decorations, etc. felt dated and minimal. When we arrived, the apartment was very hot and there were no fans. I sent a message requesting some, but got a reply the next day to call the office number sent in an email outside of Airbnb. Also, I didn’t like having to register and checkin outside of the Airbnb app.
Show replies
Response:
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the spectacular views and convenient location. We appreciate your suggestions regarding the furnishings and decorations and will look into updating them. We apologize for the delay in responding to your request for fans and for any inconvenience caused by the check-in process outside of Airbnb. Your comments are valuable to us, and we will work on improving these aspects for future guests.
Penny LuthiReviewed on 23/07/2024
Review from: Airbnb
We had a great time, the flat was as described-
Matthew MatthewReviewed on 12/07/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Beautiful place, but the cleaning fee was rather on the expensive side considering that we only stayed the two nights and cleaned up after ourselves, ensuring that we took our rubbish with us.
Philipp FluryReviewed on 28/05/2024
Review from: Airbnb
Das einzig Negativ war, dass es keinen gratis Parkplatz zur Verfügung hatte. Entweder man hat weiter entfernt parkiert oder sonst musste man eine Busse riskieren
Show replies
Response:
Vielen Dank, dass Sie sich die Zeit genommen haben, Ihr Feedback zu schreiben. Diese Eigenschaft ist nicht mit privaten Parkplatz beworben, gibt es kostenpflichtige öffentliche Parkplätze in der Nähe.
ChrisReviewed on 24/08/2024
Review from: Happy.Rentals
Environment
Show replies
Response:
Dear Chris, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear about the issues during your stay. We wish you all the best, The Happy Rentals Team
NuchemReviewed on 20/09/2024
Review from: Happy.Rentals
HeikeReviewed on 06/06/2025
Review from: Happy.Rentals
