Unique villa directly on the shores of Lake Maggiore! - Villa Francesca
Unique lakefront villa in Reno di Leggiuno with garden on the shores of Lake Maggiore, Italy.
Designed by a famous Italian architect in 1958, the large Villa Francesca is full of character with large windows and curved corners. It is a house with his own special style, architecturally very interesting, and built on a rocky slope with wonderful views over Lake Maggiore and the surrounding mountains.
This family friendly holiday villa is structured over 3 floors and can accommodate up to 14 persons in 6 bedrooms (350 m²): - From the entrance on the ground floor you enter the spacious and bright living room with comfortable couches and satellite TV, with an adjacent dining room with round table and chairs. Fully equipped kitchen. A sliding window gives access to a terrace with table, chairs and sun loungers from where you can enjoy the spectacular views over Lake Maggiore! - On the first floor are 5 bedrooms: one bedroom with double bed, private terrace and ensuite bathroom with shower, two bedrooms with double bed and terrace, one bedroom with two single beds, one bedroom with 2 sets of bunk beds (sleeping 4) for children. Two bathrooms with tub and overhead shower - A narrow staircase leads to the 2nd floor where you will find a bedroom with two small single beds (80 cm wide for children) and a bathroom with shower.
From the house you can follow a set of stone steps (see notes) down to a private lawn (150 m²) which borders the lake. Table and chairs, barbecue and table tennis are available. La Dolce Vita on Lago Maggiore - fire up the barbecue, relax in the garden in the warm summer sun, or take a refreshing dip in the cooling waters of the lake and soak up the view!
The vacation home ‘Villa Francesca’ is situated within walking distance (400m) of the small village of Reno di Leggiuno with it's cute little beach, beach bar, restaurant and small port. Only 2 km away is the beautiful monastery of Santa Caterina del Sasso, a not-to-be-missed sight of Lake Maggiore. The picturesque village of Laveno 5km away is part of the Golden Triangle of Lago Maggiore (Stresa, Verbania, Laveno) with a scenic lakeside promenade, many shops and restaurants, and a cable lift up the mountain to a breathtaking panoramic view of the nearby lakes. From Laveno you can easily hop on any ferry to explore the delights of the lake, or take a train to Milan city centre and shop 'til you drop!
CIR: 012088-CNI-00018 CIN: IT012088C2OT3I4LF2
RENTAL CONDITIONS VILLA FRANCESCA: Included: Water, electricity, gas, satellite TV, DVD, wireless internet, dishwasher, washing and drying machine, baby bed and high chair, terrace, garden, barbecue, ping pong, lake access, parking (4 cars)
Extra to be paid cash upon arrival: - Security deposit (refundable): 1000 euro - Final cleaning, bed linen and bathroom towels (obligatory): 400 euro - Heating (seasonal): 100 euro per day - Tourist tax: to check upon arrival if applicable - Place for your boat: contact us
Arrival and departure: Bookings per week
Note: - Due to the layout of this property with many steps and slopes, it is not recommended for small children or for persons with walking disabilities. - Some of the single beds (80 cm) are recommended for children and considered narrow for an adult - Lake access: the size of the beach depends a lot on the changing altitude of the water, it is not regularly cleaned up so debris will wash ashore. Swimming in the lake is possible. - Domestic animals not allowed. - Parties or events not allowed. - Boats are for rent in a nearby nautica; contact us for more info
Additional services: Private chef and other catering options, pre-stocking, extra cleaning and change of linen, personal trainer and massage, tour guide, boat & bike rentals, and other extra services: upon prior request only - we will gladly provide you with the direct contact details of the service providers to enhance your villa vacation experience. Important: pre-authorization of any in-villa services by external people is required by the owner of the villa, and for some properties the services can be organised only by trusted persons of the owner. Please enquire before booking.
RENTAL CONTRACT: The guest might be required to sign a tourist rental contract with our agency Northitaly Villas (on behalf of the owner). See rental agreement. Please contact us for the details before booking.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please note that the (included) final cleaning fee does not cover excessive cleaning.
Guests are required to leave the accommodation tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival.
Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.
Barbecue: please leave it clean for the next guests.
Kindly report any damages to the villa manager.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Extra to be paid cash upon arrival:
- Security deposit (refundable): 1000 euro
- Heating (seasonal): 50 euro per day
- Tourist tax: to check upon arrival if applicable
- Final cleaning, linen and bathroom towels (obligatory): 300 euro (1 week) - 400 euro (2 weeks)
The guest will be required to sign a tourist rental contract with our agency Northitaly Villas (on behalf of the owner). See our rental agreement.
Important information
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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
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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number IT012088C2OT3I4LF2, 012088-CNI-00018
About the area
Leggiuno
Located in Leggiuno, this villa is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ticino Valley Nature Park and Arolo Beach, while Rocca di Angera and Villa Menafoglio Litta Panza and Collection are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Acquapark Brebbia and Villa Taranto Botanical Garden. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
International Museum of Ceramic Design - 8 min drive - 2.8 km
Funivie del Lago Maggiore - 13 min drive - 6.3 km
Lake Varese - 22 min drive - 15.5 km
Stresa Ferry Terminal - 63 min drive - 6.2 km
Getting around
Sangiano Station - 4 min drive
Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 72 min drive
Restaurants
L'Imbarcadero - 6 min drive
Bar Zodiaco - 3 min drive
Come a Casa - 6 min drive
Patrick's Kafé - 6 min drive
Ristoro dell'eremo di Santa Caterina - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Unique villa directly on the shores of Lake Maggiore! - Villa Francesca pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Unique villa directly on the shores of Lake Maggiore! - Villa Francesca?
As of 25 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unique villa directly on the shores of Lake Maggiore! - Villa Francesca on 19 May 2026 start from NZ$1,868, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Unique villa directly on the shores of Lake Maggiore! - Villa Francesca?
Self-parking is available for a fee.
What time is check-in at Unique villa directly on the shores of Lake Maggiore! - Villa Francesca?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Unique villa directly on the shores of Lake Maggiore! - Villa Francesca?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Unique villa directly on the shores of Lake Maggiore! - Villa Francesca located?
Nestled on the beach, this Leggiuno villa is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Arolo Beach. Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal and Intra Ferry Terminal are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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We spent one week at the Villa (should have made it two tough!) and had the perfect timeout. Very nice house with character, the lake and the private beach. Could not have been better!
David S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you very much for your feedback and I am very happy you’ve liked your stay at Villa Maia. We hope to see you soon again,
Best regards,
Mark
Northitaly Villas
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Hosted by Northitaly.villas
Northitaly Villas - Inspiring rental villa's for a dream vacation in North Italy: northitaly . villas We are a property management agency specializing in high end vacation rentals at Lake Maggiore, guaranteeing you a safe booking and a quality stay with our local expertise and support.
Why they chose this property
"Northitaly Villas - Villa Francesca" Designed by a famous Italian architect in 1958, the large Villa Francesca is full of character with large windows and curved corners. It is a house with his own special style, architecturally very interesting, and built on a rocky slope with wonderful views over Lake Maggiore and the surrounding mountains.
What makes this property unique
From the house you can follow a set of stone steps (see notes) down to a private lawn (150 m²) which borders the lake. Table and chairs, barbecue and table tennis are available. La Dolce Vita on Lago Maggiore - fire up the barbecue, relax in the garden in the warm summer sun, or take a refreshing dip in the cooling waters of the lake and soak up the view!