7 Min to Lake Como | Peaceful Mountain Retreat

Escape to Il Girasole, a beautifully renovated hillside retreat just 7 minutes above Lake Como. Surrounded by private woodland and bathed in sunlight, this two-bedroom home offers everything you need for a stylish and peaceful getaway: just far enough from the crowds, and close enough to everything that matters.

Originally owned by local beekeepers and winemakers, Il Girasole has been reimagined as a warm, contemporary escape for anyone who appreciate quiet luxury, nature, and timeless comfort.

★ PRINCIPAL TERRACE ★
Unwind on a sun-drenched terrace framed by nature.

✓ Outdoor sofa & armchairs
✓ Large dining table for al fresco meals
✓ Spectacular panoramic views across the Albano Valley to Lake Como
✓ Surrounded by trees and birdsong
✓ Ideal for breakfast in the sun or aperitivo at sunset
✓ Watch the fireflies dance through the garden on warm spring and summer evenings.
✓ Perfect spot for stargazing all year round.

★ GARDEN ★
A fenced, multi-level garden perfect for pets and nature-lovers.

✓ Pet-friendly and safe for dogs
✓ A green oasis
✓ Watch wild boar piglets at dawn and dusk in the private woodland (from a safe distance!)
✓ Just beyond the garden gate: covered carport and easy street parking

★ OPEN-PLAN KITCHEN, DINING & LIVING ROOM ★
Enjoy a bright, flowing space perfect for cooking, relaxing, or entertaining.
✓ High-spec kitchen with induction stove, oven, and dishwasher
✓ Espresso machine
✓ Stylish dining table (seats 4–6)
✓ Wood-burning stove for cosy evenings
✓ Stylish sofa with throws & cushions (Turns into a very comfortable king-sized sofa bed!)
✓ Smart TV with Netflix, Prime Video and many more streaming services
✓ SONOS speaker system
✓ Fast satellite Wi-Fi (available throughout the house!)
✓ Access to front terrace & garden

★ FAMILY SHOWER ROOM ★
✓ Elegant design with walk-in shower
✓ Vanity unit with large mirror
✓ Heated towel rail
✓ Soft towels, shampoo, soap & shower gel provided

★ BEDROOM: TOWARDS DONGO ★
Feel like you’re sleeping in the tree canopies.

✓ Super king-size bed with premium mattress
✓ Matching mid-century bedside tables
✓ Cushioned armchair – a perfect reading escape
✓ Balcony with table and chairs, view of Lake Como – a perfect place for a morning coffee or evening aperitivo!
✓ Large wardrobe
✓ High-quality linen & blackout shutters
✓ Contemporary lighting

★ PRINCIPAL BEDROOM SUITE ★
A beautiful self-contained space, with beautiful woodland views. Wake up in the tree tops!

✓ Super king-size bed with an incredibly comfortable superior mattress
✓ Brand new ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
✓ Balcony with bistro table and chairs – the perfect place watch the sunrise or the sunset over Lake Como
✓ A mid-century desk and chair for remote work
✓ Wardrobe, mirror & soft furnishings
✓ Stylish lighting

★ KIWI TERRACE ★
A romantic hideaway under the shade of a mature kiwi vine.

✓ A large table with 6 chairs
✓ Festival style lighting, with remote control for dimming
✓ Ideal for candlelit dinners or morning coffee
✓ Peaceful and private

🧺 EXTRAS
✓ Welcome snacks
✓ Kitchen basics & bathroom toiletries
✓ Laundry & dishwasher detergent
✓ Google Map of scenic hikes, trattorias & hidden swimming spots

📍 LOCATION
✓ 7 minutes to Lake Como & Dongo (bike or car)
✓ Peaceful & private – yet close to Domaso, Menaggio, Bellagio & Gravedona
✓ Direct access to Alpine trails – including routes into Switzerland