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Beautiful Lake Front Villa, amazing lake como view, exclusive location!!

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Villa la Ruga
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Villa with 180° Lake view, direct access to the Lake by the Boat House
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Argegno, Lombardia
  • Argegno Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Argegno Cable Car to Pigra
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Villa del Balbianello
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Milan (MXP-Malpensa Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Lake Front Villa, amazing lake como view, exclusive location!!

Unique position, fantastic view, Villa la Ruga is a lakefont property situated in Argegno, just 20 minutes from Como.
On the ground floor:
Spacious living room typified by arched glass doors, 180° lake views, TV, DVD player, audio system, stone fireplace and drinking area with direct access to the garden.
Kitchen provides all facilities: oven, gas hob, espresso machine, coffee machine and dishwasher. Direct access to the main terrace.
Service bathroom for guest to use.
On the mezzanine floor.
Master double bedroom with bathroom in-suite, private balcony and an idyllic 180° lake view.
On the upper floor.
Two areas, each comprised of one double and one single bedrooms with own bathroom suites, offer privacy and luxury accommodation to family or groups of friends. Elegant furniture, parquet flooring and direct access to the terraces.
Outside.
A private garden provides an ideal place for relaxing on the sun , the bocce field allow to enjoy your extra time. The main terrace, upper the lake with a 180° lake view, is ultimate as alfresco dinning area. The boathouse offers a direct access to the lake and a private use of the boat.
Services provided.
Wi-fi access, washing machine, bed linen, towels, BBQ, final service charge.
Extra services.
Personal chef, private boat, extra service charge and tourist guide.

The Villa can accommodate up to 8 people.

Next to the Villa.
Argegno, just five minutes walking the little village offers restaurants, cafes, bars, Pizzeria, grocery shop and a passenger ferry service. Cable railway takes visitors to Pigra, a balcony on the lake, ideal to start walking tours. Argegno is connected to all the beautiful pearls of the lake by a public transport: Bellagio, Villa Carlotta (botanical garden), Villa Balbianello. Argegno is 25 minutes driving from Menaggio, with is famous Lido, and cars/passengers ferryboat which takes visitors to the other famous Golden triangle towns of Varenna and Bellagio. In 20 minutes you can reach Como town which offers high street shopping, cafes, bars and restaurants. The famous Duomo, Volta Museum, Palazzo Broletto, Villa Olmo with its year round art and musical events are just some of the place that you can visit. On the way to Como you can stop to the lakeside towns of Carate Urio, Laglio and Cernobbio with their peaceful charm and elegant villas and gardens can be explored at your leisure.
Night life on the lake: Lido di Lenno, Lido di Bellagio, clubs and bars of Como offer music and fun until the morning.

Property manager

Francesco
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Parties are allowed depending on our approval at the time of booking.

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Argegno

Located in Argegno, this villa is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Menaggio Beach and Lake Lugano, while Villa Monastero and Como-Brunate Funicular are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider La Piazzetta, or check out an event or a game at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Argegno, Lombardia

What's nearby

  • Argegno Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Argegno Cable Car to Pigra - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Greenway del Lago di Como - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Pigra Cable Car - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Villa del Balbianello - 18 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Como Borghi - 24 min drive
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crotto dei Platani - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪La Piazzetta - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bar Caffetteria Il Porto - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lido di Argegno - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bri'en - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Lake Front Villa, amazing lake como view, exclusive location!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful Lake Front Villa, amazing lake como view, exclusive location!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Lake Front Villa, amazing lake como view, exclusive location!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Lake Front Villa, amazing lake como view, exclusive location!! located?

This family-friendly Argegno villa is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Intelvi Valley and Argegno Beach. Argegno Cable Car to Pigra and Greenway del Lago di Como are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

J. Wayne R.

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

Amazing Villa to see Lake Como from

This was a great place to stay. The property on the lake is amazing. Francesco is a wonderful host. Easy to work with ..can arrange everything from a chef, boat trips, tours to St. Moritz ...and event dinner at his favorite restaurant in Aregano. Can't say enough about this Villa. We had (3) couples and so much more enjoyable than being in a hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Amazing family vacation in charming town on lake como!

We can’t say enough good things about this house and the host! It’s the perfect house for a family with young adult children and their significant others. The chef made a memorable first night with an elaborate dinner on the patio overlooking the lake. Francesco made sure we had everything we needed and even bought food for our first breakfast. His boat tour of the lake and knowledge of the area were highlights! I would recoimend this property without hesitation!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrea m.

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

Villa La Ruga Dream!

Look no further. This Lake Como villa was a dream! Host, Francesco’s hospitality was above and beyond! The villa is everything the photos show & more! The views are spectacular & town of Argegno is so quaint! Umberto prepared the most delicious birthday dinner with the help of Claudio. Must do! Paolo’s boat tour of the lake was so wonderful, with stops at Bellagio & Varenna! We can’t wait for our return! Ciao Francesco, until next time!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our group of 8 had a wonderful stay at the villa. The property and grounds were pristine. We had the chef prepare our dinners and would highly recommend, he did an excellent job! We also had an unforgettable 6 hour private boat tour of the lake, it's a must do if you stay at the villa! The host Francesco went above and beyond to make our stay an amazing one, and we look forward to staying here on our next trip to Lake Como. Five stars and two thumbs up for this property and host!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate F.

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

Scenic, sparkling, SPECTACULAR!

I dreamed of staying at this villa for two years and brought three friends here to celebrate my retirement. The home, property and panoramic views are unique and stunning and surpassed all expectations.The host, Francesco, and his assistant, Chica, respond quickly to questions and requests. We took a beautiful lake tour in Francesco’s boat. I hope to return some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Superb Vacation Experience

My siblings and their spouses (total of 8) stayed at this beautiful villa. I can't say enough nice things about this villa but importantly, Francesco made our visit exceptional! He became our 'go to' person for everything - including transportation throughout Lake Cuomo, to/from airports and a personal boat tour on the lake on his vintage boat. We did the boat tour the next day after arrival and became quite familiar with the towns we wanted to go visit. One day, after a long day of touring one of the quaint villages, Chef Umberto came to the villa and had a delicious dinner ready for us. This home is worth your while. We were not disappointed. Thank you, Francesco!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

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

Amazing House

Dream property, excellent location!! Everything is as described and even better. Bacci ball in the yard and ping pong in the basement! Our boys had so much fun playing. Host is amazing. Responds to everything promptly, very helpful in planning. We ended up having two dinners prepared by his personal chef! So much delicious food and lovely people. The kitchen/frig was stocked with snacks and breakfast food to hold us over for the entire stay. Lovely place to relax and enjoy the view. Easy access to the town and ferry. We would stay here again if back in Como! Wine cellar was also fun to explore and find some delicious wines to try.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

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

A piece of paradise

This property has it all. The location is spectacular, like being in a postcard. Francesco is the best host we have ever met. The amount of essentials provided allowed us to settle in very comfortably. Francesco even organised deliveries to theVilla from local restaurants
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

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

Best VRBO stay ever

First, I’d like to say how much we enjoyed getting to know Francesco. He’s the best host you could hope for. A very positive, bright man who set the tone for the stay. He helped arrange for the private chef, Umberto, who catered to everyone’s request and dietary need. Francesco came the next morning with Cornetti for our family and friends to enjoy.The property is impeccable with perfectly groomed lawns, amazing views, and a great location within walking distance to the local town of Argegno. We drove Francesco’s boat around the lake to see all of the sights, including Varenna, Bellagio, and the beautiful Villas surrounding the area.Would visit again - 6 out of 5 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monty B.

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

Wedding at Lake Como

Spent week on Lake Como for wedding. Amazing Villa on the water. Great host with great recommendations.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Outstanding stay!

Phenomenal property, exceptional host, and breathtaking views. The past part of our Italy adventure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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Lago Di Como GEM

We enjoyed a six night family and friends vacation. We especially enjoyed Francesco’s gracious hospitality and sparkling personality. Francesco showed us around Lake Como on his boat, and was very helpful in making other reservations and arrangements. The property was spectacular with an expensive lake front. We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leann L.

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

Wonderful rental and host

Family of 7 adults stayed for 3 days. The house was exactly as posted. Beautiful, clean and perfect. Francesco is a great host and person. Always smiling and helpful and accommodating. I could not imagine staying anywhere else while in Como. We hope to come back again. You must stay here if you are traveling to Como. Use Francesco private chef at the house and boat taxi. It made for the most memorable vacation and experience for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

alexandre g.

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Mervelous villa

The villa is fantastic and Francesco very kindness. The day with him on the lake was great. He took the time to explain us all the villas strories. What is better to discover all of this splendors by boat !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

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

Bucket List Essential

From before you arrive, you know this is going to be something special. Francesco displays a master class in hosting with a Villa that is second to none. Beautifully presented, clean, tidy, activities and a sneaky little wine cellar to boot. Magnificent location, easy to get around. To say it is perfect is an understatement
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

elisabeth p.

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

Would stay here again and again!

Spectacular lakefront villa! Convenient to everything while in a peaceful, local town. Spotless and comfortable, with gorgeous grounds perfect for hanging out and playing games (baci ball and ping pong!) What especially sets this property apart is the host, Francesco. Francesco was available at all times to help with transportation, logistics, and reservations. He even offers tours of the lake on his gorgeous boat (highly recommend). This architecturally interesting villa and experience is a MUST in Como! Thank you for everything, Francesco!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Libby M.

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

Villa La Ruga

We had the most incredible week with our family of 7 adults at Francesco’s Villa La Ruga directly on Lake Como. We enjoyed so many things about the house including morning coffee on the patio, evening bocce tournaments, a wonderful dinner cooked by Chef Umberto, a wonderful boat tour of Lake Como with Francesco, and much more. Francesco is an incredible host. He even provided some groceries to start our week along with pastries on the first morning. Wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

cathy m.

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The best!

We are six friends traveling together. This, by far, has been the best house we have ever stayed in. Francesco surpassed all of our expectations. We loved him and the villa. Chica also helped us on a daily basis with any questions. I highly recommend taking a boat tour early in your stay with Francesco. He will inform you about the towns, the ferries, restaurants, the lakeside villas. Chef Umberto’s meal was fabulous. We could not ask for more. Francesco will see to your every need. Absolutely wonderful! Thank you Francesco!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sondra h.

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

Beautiful, quiet Como

Our ten day stay began with the wonderful meeting of Francesco, our host. He is truly that as he takes care of you like you are his family. Anything we asked, he provided with ease. We enjoyed a delicious dinner prepared by the chef and served impeccably. It was my husband’s birthday dinner and we had a cake and sparklers!! Beautiful location offering village charm with full access to the other lake locations. Should we decide to visit Como again we would choose the Villa again.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

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

FABULOUS VILLA ON Lake Como

We had a wonderful visit to Lake Como. The views from the villa are breathtaking. We thoroughly enjoyed the patio from the first cup of coffee in the morning to dining al fresco in the evening. We took a tour of Lake Como with Francesco who has lived in the area his whole life and took the ferry to visit Bellagio and Varenna. The bedrooms and living room were very comfortable and there is a game area downstairs. We travel as a family every other year and everyone agreed that the villa was the nicest place that we have ever stayed. Francesco was very helpful and had coffee and snacks ready for us. We would love to go again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mario N.

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

Best Vrbo stay ever

Francesco was an amazing host! He contacted us days before our arrival to make our arrival as easy as possible. The home was spectacular, clean, spacious, with fantastic views from every window. He was kind and had the basics for us so we did not have to run to the market for first day essentials. The home was centrally located on Lake Como, perfect for avoiding the crowded major city. Francesco was a warm welcoming host, made us feel like we were family visiting him. Absolutely a wonderful experience we will cherish for many years. Thank you very much Francesco for your hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Paradise on the Lake

Absolute perfection. Everything was better than expected. Our family of 5 stayed here and only wish we could have stayed longer then five days. The pictures do not even come close to how beautiful this villa is from the bocce court to the wine cellar it is truly amazing. It is located only minutes from the town which offers great restaurants, shops and cafes. Across the lake is Bellagio which is worth visiting. Lugano is also just a 30 minute drive away. Francesco is very accessible and makes you feel at home as well as offers great suggestions for places to eat and things to do in the area. I would highly recommend staying here and would rent this villa again without hesitation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bevan R.

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Simply Perfect!

To be honest, we think this place was better than the pictures (and the pictures looked pretty good). It was simply perfect for our family holiday (8 people including 2 kids) and we can't imagine a better place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Lake Como. The house and gardens had so much space, and was so comfortable, we didn't really want to leave. Bedrooms & Bathrooms really well laid out. The lounge and dining room had heaps of light and opened up with incredible views of the lake. Our favourite parts were afternoon games of Bocce with food & drinks at the outside table; jumping into the Lake from our deck; table tennis battles; an evening birthday dinner under the stars. Thank you Francesco for a perfect holiday. We hope to return again one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Y.

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Superb

Exceptional experience! I’ve traveled quite a bit and have stayed in many vacation rentals. The experience with Francesco was top notch. He was very prompt in replying to any questions or special requests that we may have had prior and during our visit. Being that this villa is owned by his family makes pride of ownership and personal experience top priority for him. The villa itself was very well maintained and spacious. It offered bocci and many areas for guests to sit and watch the lake activities. I’d recommend Francescos chef (Umberto) to prepare a meal for you and guests at the villa. Again exceptional dinner experience on the veranda. If your lucky to book a personal tour of the lake with Francesco will be the icing on the cake of your visit. Look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zahira T.

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

Simply amazing

Our experience at this amazing property will be hard to match. The home and its views are stunning. I’m not sure the pictures do it justice. And Francesco made us feel like we were staying in a five-star hotel. He arranged our transportation to and from Milan, which went smoothly. When several construction projects delayed our arrival at the home, Francesco went to the store and bought us snacks and a few staples so we could relax when we arrived. On our first night, we took the advice of many reviewers on this site and asked Francesco to arrange a private in-home dinner with Umberto. I am so happy we did. The food was ample and delicious. We also enjoyed several wines from the cellar. We also took advantage of the private boat tour with Francesco, who is knowledgeable and, frankly, a joy to be around. He went above and beyond repeatedly to make our stay memorable even arranging for a food delivery one night when the older relatives we were with did not feel up to walking into the the lovely little town. Francesco’s attention to detail and genuine interest in making sure you enjoy your time is reason alone to stay here. The dreamy home is the icing on the cake. I can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Francesco

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Italian Lawyer

Why they chose this property

This is my grandparent's house; I love it and I like to welcome people here.

What makes this property unique

The incredible view. Boat house and direct access to the Lake. Private parking and garden, bocce camp.

Languages:

English, Italian

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests