"Golden Memories": a little luxury in 1800's style

“Golden Memories”…. not your ordinary holiday home! Open the door and step back in time to the 1800’s… Set in a very tranquil country locality, and enjoying absolute privacy, “Golden Memories” holiday home is just off the beaten track (only 200 metres off the main Como - Lecco road), yet close to all amenities. This stunning house is much more than just a holiday home… indulge in a little luxury, and immerse yourself in another era! South-facing detached house with large private garden on the edge of Albavilla village, sleeps up to 7 people. Romantic, and full of character, this is a jewel of a property, with exquisite period furnishings throughout, and offers a warm welcome to respectful lovers of good taste, and those who search for that little something “extra” in a holiday. Every corner of this spacious home oozes 19th-century charm, and is equipped to the highest standard. Three double bedrooms, a comfortable living room with sofa bed, a snug area with single sofa bed and mezzanine balcony, a family bathroom with bath and shower over, two small lavatory, plus a stylish kitchen, and sunny conservatory area with open fireplace completes the exclusive accommodation. Mural decorations and internal finishes of the highest quality enhance your enjoyment. Outside, a spacious covered veranda with dining area, table and chairs, and a gas barbecue overlooks the beautiful English-style, 300-square-metre garden, which is in flower most of the year. There is a small pond, an impressive wrought-iron pergola with natural stone table and seats, and night-time illumination for those romantic al fresco dinners. Relax on the swing chair under the old beech tree, or lap up the sun on the wooden sunloungers. All bedding, linens, and towels are supplied. Also included: central heating, logs for the open fire, WiFi; TV with european channels; CD and DVD players, books, and tourist information with local suggestions. A no-smoking policy applies inside the property. Minimum stay 4 nights; check-in not before 3 p.m.; check-out by 10 a.m. Welcome grocery packs are available for purchase. Free open parking is situated approx. 70 metres from the property. Due to steps upon entry, this property is not suitable for wheelchair users. There is much to enjoy in this beautiful area of lakes and mountains, and the village centre boasts many good-quality restaurants, and banking facilities (ATM/Bancomat). Leisure amenities in the vicinity include a public swimming pool (approximately 3 km away), and a golf course (7 km). Albavilla is 9 km from Como, 18 km from Lecco, and 12 km from the Milan-Como motorway. The local supermarket and bakery/bar are only 750 metres away; the bus stop for Como is a 1 km walk. Railway stations and hospitals are located in Como, Erba and Lecco. Airports are approximately 1 hour’s drive away (Milan Malpensa 54 km; Milan Linate 58 km; Bergamo Orio al Serio 55 km). Guests have at their disposal and for exclusive use the entire apartment and a garden of about 300 square meters. In the basement a laundry with washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board. Guests can call me for any need and information at any time of the day. In case of any problems and urgencies I can send someone home to solve the problem. I speak good Italian, English, Spanish, French and German. Talk to me about you and I will try to introduce you to my fantastic land! I have lived there since I was born and I know her very well! I am very pleased to help guests to know the richness of our area: naturalistic, scenic, artistic, architectural, cultural in general ... If possible and if you wish I can help you to create a program of "discovery" of the area that respects your tastes and your needs. For those who want to do by themselves, I have many tourist guides, books, maps that I can make available to help you enjoy your stay. The house is located in a quiet suburban residential neighborhood. It is advisable to have a car available to know the area. The nearest bus stop is about 1 km away. The passing buses go in the direction of Como or Lecco.