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Villa San Michele, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy

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Lake View
Garden
Private Pool
Private Pool
Private Garden

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
6 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 12240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Villa San Michele, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy

Boasting an elevated setting overlooking Cadenabbia, this modern detached Tuscan-style villa offers pure holiday escapism and a prime Central Lake setting for carefree Lake Como breaks!

The 6-bedroom, 5-bathroom villa oozes exclusivity and home comfort in equal measures; with main villa WIFI-enabled and offering a selection of lovely entertainment areas, lake view vistas and splendid private outdoor pool to enjoy.

The extensive accommodation can accomodate a maximum of 12 persons and is laid out across 3 principal buildings of the private villa complex, known as the ‘Villa’, the ‘Hermitage’ and ‘Casetta’.

To the fully air-conditioned main house (known as the Villa) families and friends can easily wine and dine their stay away, with a fully-equipped Kitchen Diner accompanying alfresco entertaining BBQ opportunities. Complemented by optional private chef hire and proximity to the restaurants and wine bars of Tremezzina, the villa offers the perfect solution for those seeking a varied and enjoyable self-catering stay.

The Villa’s chic and inviting living room is complemented by a plush contemporary sofa suite, a SAT TV, in-house WIFI and outside access.

Sleeping groups of up to 5, the main Villa features 3 lake view bedrooms (3 of which offer terrace access); and comprising of 2 Twin Joinable bedrooms, one Twin Joinable bedrooms and one Single bedroom. One main family bathroom suite is accompanied by two further contemporary shower rooms.

To the Hermitage, two guests or a couple can easily unwind; with a Twin Joinable bedroom with two cooling fans, a fridge and terrace access featuring alongside a private bathroom with shower.

The other portion of the villa complex, known as ‘Casetta’ provides a great space for visiting families; being equipped with a small Living room, a Kitchenette with only a microwave and fridge, a Twin Joinable lake view bedroom, a lake view child’s bedroom with twin joinable beds above one another (both bedrooms has a ventilator) and a modern family bathroom with bath tub.

Additional
The villa’s main Kitchen is fully-equipped with an oven, cooker hob, toaster, microwave, kettle, coffee machine, fridge and dishwasher.

The stylish separate dining area for 10 is accompanied by a second covered dining terrace with open portico windows and an informal alfresco sitting/dining area

In all, the modern detached villa features 18 internal steps and 10 external steps. The villa benefits from a washing machine and ironing facilities alongside air-conditioning and in-house WIFI.

The private landscaped garden oozes Italian romance and sophistication, with mature cypress trees and a lake view vista on hand to set a magical ambience for holiday enjoyment. The beautiful garden haven easily enables guests to switch off, relax, dine the night away with an alfresco BBQ or star-lit dinner party, entertain at the chic outdoor sitting area, run around on the expansive lawns or make a splash in the secluded, unheated, private pool.

A private parking space also features with the villa.

Location
Boasting an elevated Central Lake position above Cadenabbia, the villa places guests within a stone’s throw away from all the action. The hillside setting boasts proximity to the breath taking Central Lake hiking routes, family Lidos, fine dining restaurants, car and passenger ferry links and famous villa attractions and resort towns.

A plethora of leisure pursuits await your enjoyment; from water sports, boat rental and boat tours to lake swimming, championship golf, tennis, seaplane trips, cookery lessons, wine tasting, extreme outdoor sports and Italian Alp skiing.

The villa is situated just a 4-5 minutes’ stroll from the Lido and main ferry stop of Cadenabbia and a 7-8 minutes’ drive away from Tremezzo, Menaggio and Lenno - making it perfect for sightseeing and making the most of a luxury Lake Como lifestyle.
The villa is also located within easy driving distance of Como, Lugano (approximately 55 minutes’ drive away) and Milan (1.5 hour’s drive away).

Guests renting this luxury villa will easily be able to enhance their stay still further; with optional taxi transfers, vintage car hire, private chef hire, private tours, extra housekeeping, personal shopping, boat rental, sailing trips, wine tasting and more upon request.

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
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 IT013113C2EVCFD6L2, 013113-CNI-00017

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 EUR 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

Cadenabbia

Located in Griante, this villa is in a rural area. Villa del Balbianello is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Menaggio Beach and Lake Lugano. Enoteca Principessa and Villa Melzi Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Griante - Cadenabbia, Lombardy

What's nearby

  • Cadenabbia Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Villa Carlotta - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bellagio Port - 16 min walk - 2.3 km
  • Villa Serbelloni - 14 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Villa Melzi Gardens - 15 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Varenna-Esino Station - 37 min drive
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Du Lac - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bar Caffe Rossi - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante "Suisse" Bellagio - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bar Florence - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bar Sanremo - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa San Michele, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa San Michele, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy?

As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa San Michele, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy on 13 June 2026 start from NZ$3,629, 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 Villa San Michele, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa San Michele, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa San Michele, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa San Michele, Griante - Cadenabbia, Italy located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cadenabbia Ferry Terminal and Villa Carlotta. Parco Civico Teresio Olivelli and Bellagio Port are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Wonderful Villa!

The villa was a perfect spot for a family of 10 people. Very well maintained and upgraded. Only downside was the construction noise on the hotel below with a crane in front but it will be gone hopefully someday soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

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

Week stay in Cadennabia

We arrived in early June for a week's stay at Villa San Michele. The villa easily accommodated 9 for the stay with the large property. The kitchen accommodated a chef for the week and had all the kitchen equipment needed to cook for a large group. The pool was chilly but, on warm days, very refreshing. As others have mentioned, the property has many stairs, which were challenging for our older guests, but they could stay in the main building, eliminating the need to walk up and down stairs. Any questions we had for the property management we were able to communicate and have answers very quickly. We happily recommend a stay at the Villa for all groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheri H.

Great view of Como!!!!

Beautiful view of Bellagio and Lake Como. The walk to town and the driveway were very steep and difficult for older people and kids. There were also lots a steps once you get to the driveway...this was a challenge for my 80 year old parents. All bedding needs to be upgraded, mattress, pillows, sheets , blankets etc.Kitchen had almost everything we needed and the town was close with a charming market. Yard was big and lovely. Many ares to sit and enjoy the view and weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Villa San Michele

June 2018 A great villa in a great location! The villa is about a 10-minute drive from Menaggio which is a great base location to enjoy Lake Como. The villa was modern and very clean with plenty of bathrooms for guests. The two bedrooms on the bottom level don't get as much natural light as the top floor but are still very spacious and nice. The view is spectacular and the two patios allow you to really enjoy it any time of the day. We really enjoyed our late afternoons on the upper patio since the sun was on the other side of the lake so it was nice and cool where we were sitting. There is a small market in town along with several restaurants (our favorite was Restaurante Pizzeria in the main square) and gelato shops. The ferry is only a 5 minute walk from the main square where there is a lot of parking available. Susan, USA
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Villa San Michele

The views are stunning. The property is large and well maintained. It is the perfect set up for large family or multi family stay. The kitchen is well setup and there is a large indoor dining and a large outdoor dining area. We cooked many large meals there in the evenings. There are three separate living areas and the Villa bedrooms are in two separate areas, so we had four groups of our family and everyone had bedrooms and privacy. You never felt crowded. You can walk to restaurants, family owned grocery, coffee shops and the ferry stops. We did not have a car and we did not need it, with one caveat. You need to be fit and not have accessibility issues. It is stairs and hills to go anywhere. About 120 stairs from pool area at bottom of villa to Hermitage deck at the top of the Villa. The location is stunning. The support staff was great. No one will ever forget our stay there.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kelly H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Beware property not as described in listing

While the home itself is quite nice, you should be aware that the pool and clothes dryer are non-functional. The pool was disgusting and the filter clearly had not run for some time. I contacted the management company 4 times and nothing was done. This was very disappointing as the pictures show a beautiful pool and we rented in the middle of summer. Overall it seemed the outside of the property had not been taken care of for a few months. You should also know that your view of the lake is blocked by several cranes and loud construction is happening from 7am - 9pm. I know the property owners cannot control this, but future renters should know.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

debbie o.

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

70th birthday week with girlfriends and their daughters

This villa is paradise. We had eight people and the bedrooms and accommodations are spread out and planned so well that there were both privacy for each to have their own bedroom and multiple areas, both indoor and out, to be together. The kitchen was sufficient for two chefs to come and make dinner one evening with some of us helping prepare some of the meal. There is a fabulous eating area outside that is protected from the elements and has a wonderful ambience. We had multiple long dinners there and also coffee in the morning. The pool was delightful. The terrace on the roof of the building situated at the top of the property gave fantastic views and was great for a couple of cocktail hours. The road up to the villa from the main road is definitely a Hill, but it curves around and was not too much for anyone in our group. The steepest hill was the driveway itself, and while it could be challenging for someone who is not in shape at all, it should not be a problem for anyone who gets any kind of regular exercise like walking. We were glad to have easy access to the ferry over to Bellagio and some of the other towns, but not be in the midst of all of the tourists. The views from the Villa continuously take one’s breath away. Unfortunately, there is construction occurring down the hill that requires a big crane. The only negative about our stay was having that crane in our line of sight every time we looked north. The overall beauty carried the day, however.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Villa San Michele

June 2017 This is one of the best houses ever!! We had a group of 13 and had plenty of space. 7 kids all 12 and over, and this was perfect. Every place you look has stunning views- especially if you make the trek to the very top of the little casita at the top of the property. (I will add- that if you have limited mobility- this will be a very difficult house for you to maneuver in. ) I can't even imagine how many pictures I have taken from all over the property. It's built up the hillside, so you have very different views from all over the place. The pool was very fun for the kids (too cold for me in early June) but they loved it. We had pouring rain a couple of days and the house came with a few umbrellas which were very appreciated. There is also a ping pong table that the kids enjoyed in the evenings. Our biggest problem was choosing which veranda to have our coffee on!! Happy Holidays had A bottle of Prosecco, milk, Nescafe' coffee, tea, and a package of croissants sitting out for our arrival. That was incredibly helpful to get us started. Now, let me tell you about the location- if there was an option for a 6th star, the location would get it!! The home sits above the Hotel Brittanica- which happens to be the very first hotel established on Lake Como. So the little town of Cadenabbia is right below us with a ferry that goes regularly to Bellagio. You can basically get anywhere on the lake from Bellagio. The best deal is to buy the all day pass for the ferry- then just hop around the towns. It's an easy walk down the hill to the ferry (back up the hill and stairs..... little harder!) close to the bottom of the road is a small store- it has just about everything you need. Very convenient. Also- the house is very well equipped. The beds are comfortable. A/C in almost every bedroom (the temp really drops at night, so that wasn't an issue), plenty of cups, plates, etc. large dining table and outside dining area. The furniture is a tad on the older side, but very comfortable. But rave reviews for the functionality and location of this property. We hope to come back again soon!!!” Gina, Australia
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10/10 Excellent

Villa San Michele

Great view of Como!!!! Beautiful view of Bellagio and Lake Como. The walk to town and the driveway were very steep and difficult for older people and kids. There were also lots a steps once you get to the driveway...this was a challenge for my 80 year old parents.Kitchen had almost everything we needed and the town was close with a charming market. Yard was big and lovely. Many areas to sit and enjoy the view and weather.

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