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Casa Balcone Varenna

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Casa Balcone Varenna provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Lake view

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About this property

Casa Balcone Varenna

  • Located in the heart of Varenna, the apartment is overlooking the old harbor, with a spectacular view of the lake, fully enjoyable from the large balcony. The apartment has just been re-furnished and consists of: kitchen, air conditioning, living room with fireplace, bathroom with washing machine, 2 double bedrooms, accommodating up to 4 people. All premises (bars, restaurants, shops, public services) are close at hand, within 100 meters. Even the means of transport are easily accessible on foot.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 097084-CIM-00097, IT097084B4OAA5LM48
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

About the area

Located in Varenna, this apartment is on the waterfront. Menaggio Beach and Lake Lugano reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Villa Monastero and Enoteca Principessa. Villa Melzi Gardens and Gelateria Dulcis in Fundo are also worth visiting. Visit our Varenna travel guide
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Varenna, Lombardia

What's nearby

  • A mountain at sunset, a calm lake, and a building with red and white stripes.
    Branch of Lecco
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A statue by a lake with buildings and mountains in the background.
    Villa Monastero
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A coastal town with colorful buildings, a red pathway, and boats on the water.
    Lover's Walk
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Victoria
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Church of San Giorgio
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Varenna-Esino Station
    8 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    100 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hotel Du Lac
    26 min drive
  • La Cambusa
    4 min walk
  • Bar Il Molo
    2 min walk
  • Bar Florence
    26 min drive
  • Hotel Olivedo
    4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Balcone Varenna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Balcone Varenna?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Where is Casa Balcone Varenna located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is steps away from Church of San Giorgio and San Giovanni Battista Church. Branch of Lecco and Lover's Walk are also within 5 minutes. Varenna-Esino Station is 8 minutes by foot and Fiumelatte Station is 21 minutes.

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Casa Balcone Varenna Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Alberto was great. Met us in the central square and walked us to our place. Pointed out a number of cool things along the way especially restaurants. His place is in a perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. We loved sitting on the balcony enjoying the beautiful sights of Lake Como. The location was so close to a range of restaurants. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing location

Amazing view. Alberto is so helpful and kind. Super clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Best location

Right on the waterfront with stunning views. Very well equipped , clean and close to everything. You can walk to everything. Gorgio and Lorena were great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous

Great location, stunning views, clean and comfortable, and Alberto even picked us up from the train station! We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The most perfect place to stay in Varenna. The apartment was just as pictured. The location was perfect-close to everything during the day, but yet quiet at night. The host is one of the best we have encountered in our travels. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

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

Perfect location in the heart of Varenna!!

Wake up to spectacular views and stroll out your door for anything you want! A cappuccino, a spritz, a gelato, a boat ride! Take all the hosts recommendations and you will have an amazing time. The restaurants were excellent. We personally liked Varenna more than Bellagio!! And we loved mennagio too!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven on earth (really!)

We stayed in Italy for 10 days on our recent trip...but our 3 nights in Varenna were the most incredible! This apartment and the views (oh my goodness, the views!!) were perfection. Communication with the hosts was excellent and check-in was easy. The recommendations for dining and gelato were excellent. Truly this was the BEST vacation we've ever been on and we will be telling all of our friends to stay here...it is a GEM!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Varenna

What a beautiful cozy place to stay at overlooking Lake Como. This has to be the most central spot in Varenna. Everything is close. the restaurants, train station, ferry etc are within walking distance. Restaurants right out your door to the train station a five minute walk mostly along Lake Come. Having my morning coffee on the balcony overlooking Lake Como was just amazing. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Best view in Varenna

We stayed four nights here out of our month stay in Italy. This was one of our favorite accommodations. The view is the best! The location is perfect. The town was our favorite on the lake too. It’s more beautiful in person, pictures don’t do it justice. Giorgio was great- super helpful. Picked us up at the train station gave us a brief driving tour of the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

Everything about our stay was fabulous! Giorgio always communicated promptly. His son, Alberto, met us in the piazza, gave a great unto to Varenna, and was as nice and helpful as could be. The view from our balcony was breathtaking, and the apartment was very clean and comfortable!!! If I go back I’ll certainly stay there!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Magnificant!!

Really loved this property. View and location cannot be beat. Just be forwarded that Varenna does have a lot of steps to be navigated if you want to tour the town. We did have to walk up some outside steps and up one flight of steps inside, but that was no issue for us. House had all the necessary items for an enjoyable stay. Giorgio was a polite host and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

A Real Find

Can’t say enough about this experience. We were blown away by the location, central to everything and right on the lake! Lorena was very helpful in orienting us and welcoming us. There are two gelato shops down a few steps from the apartment!!! Or favorite restaurant was steps from us as well. Close to the ferry but providing a spot on our balcony to just sit and enjoy breakfast or a glass of wine enjoying the lake views.. Hated to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Lakeview Dream

Our stay in this apartment was lovely. You overlook the water, hear the church bell ring and hear the clunking of boats. You over look the lakeside views of cafes and shops. It’s a walkable location to the ferry, restaurants and grocery store. Lorena and Giorgio were wonderful. They provided us a taxi to get to the apartment. Pack light, lots of stairs overall make packing light essential and easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Comfort with a great view and location

The apartment was clean, and comfortable. The balcony overlooked the lake, with enough room for 4 chairs, and was within easy walking distance of great restaurants, shops, the train station and the ferry doc. The host was friendly, responsive and helpful. There are a few stone steps to get up to the apartment, and then more steps inside, just something to consider if you have heavy luggage. However, the apartment is located right over a wonderful gelato shop! Highly recommended and we would all choose this place again. You couldn't get a better location in Varenna.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Great apartment but needs some things

Wonderful location and view. Alberto, very helpful and available. Bedroom windows need real curtains to prevent neighbors from watching you undress. And the shower doors don’t close all the way, so you have to shower holding a handheld showerhead making sure you point it away from the gap in the doors or else you’ll get water all over the bathroom floor.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Dream Come True!

Casa Balcone was all we could expect and more! The location can’t be beat, the view was incredible, and the interior furnishings were all anyone could want! Varenna is a small, beautiful, warm town. The ferries were 5 minutes from the apartment. Shops and restaurants were plentiful. Last, but not least, Georgio!!! He is the Ambassador of Varenna. We are 3 women coming in from a Viking Cruise and we were sick. Georgio brought in a doctor! We relaxed, visited the other small towns, and Georgio took us all to dinner on our final night! We will be back and I couldn’t recommend Casa Balcone any higher! *****❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is amazing and the apartment was comfortable and well appointed. Alberto is a super-nice young man who picked us up at the train station and made us feel welcome, pointed out things to do and see and places to eat. Varenna is terrific and we hope to return soon
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was FABULOUS..fully equipped, plenty of local shops and restaurants nearby. Ferry to Menaggio and Billaggio close by. Only minor thing was the property is a bit dated and needs mattress replacement. But all in all, am pleased. Really enjoyed my time in Varenna and on Lake Como!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect location in the heart of Varenna overlooking Lake Como! It truly is the view anyone would dream of on a stay to Lake Como. The unit was clean and exactly how it looks in the pictures online. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of 4 loved our stay here. I am a VRBO owner myself and familiar with what it takes to be a good host and offer a 5-star property. Despite being in different countries, communication with the hosts was quick and they were always helpful. Check in was smooth and the place is exactly as pictured. The views and location are spectacular! Varenna was the ideal village from which to explore Lake Como. I wish we had several more days here. We would definitely come back again! Don’t hesitate to book this home for your Lake Como vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot, wonderful host
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a wonderful spot

Couldn't ask for a better location to explore Lake Como...the views are amazing and the property was very cute and clean. We enjoyed our stay very much and appreciated the wonderful hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location. Clean and neat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Varenna

Varenna is beautiful and the property is very well located. Best location in Varenna.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025