Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris M.
19 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chris M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Apartment
The Ivy House in the Castle, a very quiet 400 year old house newly renovated.
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Reviews
7.6 out of 10
Good
1 bedroomSleeps 220 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Menaggio, Lombardia
- Place, Menaggio Beach6 min walk
- Place, Spiaggia Lerai6 min walk
- Place, Villa Mylius Vigoni12 min walk
- Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Main Bedroom with Mountain View
1 Queen Bed
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Ivy House in the Castle, a very quiet 400 year old house newly renovated.
The studio is part of a property 400 years old (completely renovated in 2020) Fabio lives in the main house, guests have a charming independent studio with a balcony, a bedroom and a small bathroom + kitchen/dining room. There is a double bed ideal for a couple. it can be split in 2 singles if needed (but with at least a one day notice). Kitchen has a dishwasher. There is Wi-fi, and a washing machine. The garden has a barbecue. In the garden we have cats, they never enter in the apartement, but we can not accept pets. Private parking on site.
The studio for rent is located in Menaggio, on the western shore of Lake Como about mid lake, just 15 min. by ferry from Bellagio and Varenna. Menaggio is one of the most important towns on Lake Como and has been a tourist attraction for hundreds of years. From Menaggio central location, one can easily navigate the whole lake by public boats. Bellagio and Varenna are only a short boat ride away. Lugano, in Switzerland is only 15 miles away, well served by public transportation.
The owner is a US born of Italian Origin resident, with a thorough knowledge of the Lake and its surroundings. He is glad to spend all the time needed with guests to help them planning their hikes, boat trips, shopping trips or simple sightseeing. He also assists with full info on travel to reach Menaggio by car or public transportation, as many do.
The studio for rent is located in Menaggio, on the western shore of Lake Como about mid lake, just 15 min. by ferry from Bellagio and Varenna. Menaggio is one of the most important towns on Lake Como and has been a tourist attraction for hundreds of years. From Menaggio central location, one can easily navigate the whole lake by public boats. Bellagio and Varenna are only a short boat ride away. Lugano, in Switzerland is only 15 miles away, well served by public transportation.
The owner is a US born of Italian Origin resident, with a thorough knowledge of the Lake and its surroundings. He is glad to spend all the time needed with guests to help them planning their hikes, boat trips, shopping trips or simple sightseeing. He also assists with full info on travel to reach Menaggio by car or public transportation, as many do.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Extremely quiet neighborhood, parties not allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Not in the house, just outside
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
Note from host: Extremely quiet neighborhood, parties not allowed
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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 013145-CIM-00198, IT013145B4H7POFUZM
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 USD 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Menaggio
Located in Menaggio, this apartment is in the mountains and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Menaggio Beach and Lake Lugano can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Bellagio Port.
Enoteca Principessa and Villa Melzi Gardens are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
Menaggio, Lombardia
What's nearby
- Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Menaggio Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Spiaggia Lerai - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Villa Mylius Vigoni - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Bellagio Port - 19 min drive - 6.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Caffè Centrale - 5 min walk
- Bar Manzoni - 8 min walk
- Ristorante Lago - 8 min walk
- Ristorante Del Porto - 5 min walk
- Café del Pess - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
7.6
Good
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Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Petra B.
15 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schöne Tage in Menaggio
Petra B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Chris S.
4 November 2018
Good location close to Menaggio centre
Chris S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
4/10 Poor
Sirje L.
26 May 2025
Sirje L.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
About the host
Hosted by Fabio Ausenda
Fabio was born in New York in 1957, with a Masters Degree in Natural Resources Policy and Planning from Cornell University, becomes a protected areas planner for International Organizations. In 1989 is the founder of Europe Conservation, a European non-profit organization specialized in providing volunteers to small conservation projects in developing countries. In 1996 he first publishes Green Volunteers, the World Guide to Voluntary Work in Nature Conservation, now sold world wide and known as “The Bible of Conservation Volunteering”. He is also active in the humanitarian field by being among the founders of the First Italian Ethical Bank. He also edits and publishes other international volunteering guides: World Volunteers, The World Guide to Humanitarian and Development Volunteering, and Archaeo-Volunteers, the World Guide to Archaeological and Heritage Volunteering. Silvia, Fabio's wife, is the President of a non profit humanitarian Organization (SOS Bambini)supporting orphanages in Rumania. Fabio lives and works between Milan and Lake Como (Italy). Fabio and Silvia have a daughter, Stella, 9 years old.
Why they chose this property
Because Lake Como is probably one of the most spectacular places on Earth. That is why movie stars choose it to buy properties. The Ivy House is one of the most unique houses in an Historical Area of Menaggio. We immediatley fell in love with it, as soon as we saw it for sale.
What makes this property unique
An extremely quiet and cool location. Excellent to relax after days of moving around visiting other places... ideal also for a winter holiday. We are just one hour and fifteen minutes away from top quality ski and cross country areas.
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