Villa Gelsa -Casa da Suite-

Villa Gelsa is a painting on the lake, a nest of emotions, a charming home ready to conquer the heart and eyes of each of its guests. Overlooking the lake entirely, with the Borromean Islands dominating the scene, the house represents the ideal accommodation for precious moments in total peace of mind. With 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, lounge, garden with solarium, 2 terraces, open air dining area and parking spaces, it welcomes 10 people in maximum comfort. Air conditioning and wifi are available. Villa Gelsa, a renowned house in Stresa, has always been coveted for the breathtaking panorama that can offer, with all its nuances, in every moment of the day. The entire villa, at exclusive guests disposal and located in a quiet neighborhood of villas, overlooks Lake Maggiore, with the Borromean Islands as protagonists. Easily accessible by car, thanks to the presence of a reserved gate and a large parking area, Villa Gelsa accommodates 10 people in maximum comfort. The interior spaces, bright and finely furnished, are structured on two floors. On the main floor there is the living room, the dining room, the kitchen, two terraces and two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. On the second level there are two bedrooms, one of which is also equipped with a sofa and table, bordered by a perimeter courtyard and a bathroom (with washing machine), reachable from the corridor. Of the total of four bedrooms, one has a double bed, three are equipped with single beds, arranged to be assembled and transformed into double beds (when required). Finally, the sofa bed has a comfortable double memory foam mattress. Dogs are welcome; the entire land of the property is fenced. Moreover the equipment includes unlimited wifi connection, air conditioning, TV, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, oven, microwave, barbeque in the outdoor area, outdoor dining area, dining area on the terrace, independent heating, laundry, ironing board and iron, baby cot and high chair. The domestic equipment is full and refined from the smallest detail. It includes sheets, towels, shower gel and soap. Free internet access via WIFI is completely available. Each item has been carefully chosen and each room has been organised for maximum comfort in any circumstance. Availability 24h / 24h. Availability at check-in / out custom tailored to the needs of the guest. Keys given directly by the person in charge. Each visitor will have a directory in dual language with advice, emergency numbers, useful contacts and suggested itineraries. Stresa, located under the slopes of Mottarone, is considered the "queen of Lake Maggiore". The numerous villas, parks, gardens, the flowery lakeside promenade, the ever-changing spectacle of the Borromeo Islands, have made this place famous all over the world. By the way, here it is the birthplace of the hotel ' "Farewell to Arms" of the "soldier" Ernest Hemingway: it is in the Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees in 1918 stayed the young Hemingway, recovering from the wounds of war. Just in front of Stresa we find Isola Bella, Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Madre. The first, with the Italian gardens that evoke the shape of a vessel firmly anchored in the lake: the botanical gardens they live in total freedom white peacocks, parrots and pheasants, offers an intimate and enchanted atmosphere (a few years ago the 16th century Palace was opened for visits, which contains the reconstruction of period environments, collections of liveries, dolls and porcelains). Next to it there is the Isola dei Pescatori (or Isola Superiore), which boasts the charm of a typical fishing village along its 300 meters of length: the maze of narrow streets that overlook the lake and the characteristic parish church of San Vittore, a unique charm of this place. Stresa is also considered a golfer's paradise, that in this charming and romantic locations are modern and super-equipped, inserted in a beautiful natural environment: the golf club at the Alpine Golf Club Des Iles Borromees, with the beautiful view on the islands. Continuing along Lake Maggiore to the north there is also the Golf Club Verbania on Lake Mergozzo and then, on the heights, the Alpine Golf Club Piandisole club, located at the entrance of the National Park of Val Grande, the largest wilderness area in the Alps d 'Italy. The hiking enthusiasts have a wide choice of tracks, with different degrees of difficulty, to cross on foot, mountain bike or horseback: itineraries in the green, in addition to physical well give the pleasure of amazing views. Mergozzo. A little more than ten kilometers north of Stresa (along State Road 33) there is Mergozzo, which overlooks the lake of the same name, a small and characteristic town whose history is closely linked to stone, white granite, pink marble of Candoglia (the one used since the end of 1300 for the construction of the Milan Cathedral and that was transported with special boats along the lake and the river Ticino). Arona and Angera. About twenty kilometers south of Stresa, less than half an hour's walk along the Statale 33, there is Arona, the largest town, also rich in historical evidence, but also in restaurants (many in the historic center) and shopping centers to meet every need. Continuing beyond Arona, passing through Sesto Calende, you can then reach Angera, whose fortress overlooks the lake in front of Stresa, and stands majestically on a spur of rock that dominates the southern shore of Lake Maggiore. Inside the Rocca an enthralling path leads to the discovery of the impressive historical rooms; there are also the Doll and Toy Museum (the largest in Europe), and a sophisticated Medieval garden, full of symbolic meanings and period documents. The villa is easily reachable by car from the A8-A26 motorway (E62, exit Carpugnino, less than 2 km away) that connects the international airport of Milan-Malpensa in just 40 minutes, or from the Strada del Sempione 33, which runs along the lake passing through all the most beautiful cities on the coast. Thanks to the close Stresa railway station, connections to Milan, or towards Domodossola and Geneva are very frequent. According with the municipal regulation establishing the collection of the tourist tax, at check-in a cash amount of € 1,00 will be required for each guest, per night. It is also required a deposit of € 200 which will be returned at the check-out after checking the state of the apartment. Check in after 10 pm has extra costs. Between 10 pm and 00.00 = extra cost of 15.00 €. Between 00.00 and 01.00 = extra cost of € 30.00. Between 01.00 and 02.00 = extra cost of 45.00 €. The payment of the amount is requested upon delivery of the keys and can be paid in cash or with cards.