The reputation of the northern Italian lakes as a tourist destination goes back a long way. From the 19th century they have been popular as a European resort, visited for their stunning scenery, lakeside villas and verdant gardens. Lake Como is in the region of Lombardy and is part of the northern Italian Lakes District. It lies between Milan and the border of Switzerland with its southern tip about 40km north of Milan.

Many of our Lake Como vacation rentals are luxurious lakeside villas, close to the picturesque town of Bellagio. Known as the 'Pearl of the Lake', Bellagio enjoys a magnificent setting on the promontory dividing Lake Como from Lake Lecco. Its scenic location has enchanted artists and writers for centuries. With its wonderful views, historic town centre and charming cafés, restaurants and shops, it is an ideal base for exploring the many attractions of the Italian Lakes. Bellagio is also a departure point for ferry and hydrofoil services other villages and places of interest around the lake.

Other beautiful villa rentals featured on Lake Como include a magnificent villa near Tremezzo on the western side of the lake, and several beautiful villas further north on the western shores of upper Lake Como.