Archive for 'Lakes'

Spend a glorious Italian holiday at Lake Maggiore in Piedmont where you can visit the stunning Borromean Islands. Lake Maggiore is also bordered by Lombardy and Switzerland. This archipelago consists of three small islands and two islets which are situated on the western side of Lake Maggiore and are a popular tourist attraction.

Stay in a comfortable villa rental in Piedmont or Lombardy where you can very easily come to spend some time at Lake Maggiore to engage in some thrilling water sports or simply enjoy some sunbathing along its sandy beaches!

Situated on the shores of the scenic Lake Garda in Northern Italy is the pretty little town of Malcesine. The cobbled streets here are filled with tourists during the warmer months pottering around the shops, visiting the local cultural attractions and sunbathing on the lake’s shores.

Choose from a lovely selection of holiday villas in Azzenza only a few kilometres from Malcesine where you can spend a few days exploring the picturesque Lake Garda.

Framed by the Monte Baldo behind it and Lake Garda in front, Malcesine is a beautiful place to visit and is home to a castle also.

Castello Scaligero was a military fortress until the 19th century when it was converted into a collection of museum and art exhibition spaces which are open every day. There’s a fantastic natural history museum here with tours available in several languages.

If you’re holidaying anywhere around Lake Como in the Northern region of Lombardy in Italy then why not stop off in the quaint little resort of Menaggio during your stay?

Situated on the west shores of Lake Como, Menaggio can be easily reached by the road encircling the lake or via the frequent boats that network across it.

Stay in a villa near Lake Como and enjoy the many attractions in this scenic district of Lombardy!

Looking to escape from the stresses of modern life and head deep into the wilderness? Then a few days relaxing at a villa in Campania neighbouring the region of Basilicata would be ideal for you!

The area of Monticcio is probably best known for its two lakes, located on the slopes of Mount Vulture.

Part of a picturesque forested nature reserve; these two lakes are quite unique in comparison to other lakes of Italy in fact they are green in colour and are a higher temperature than most others.

Would you love an Italian lakeside vacation? Then a beautiful stay at a villa near Lake Bolsena would be ideal for you! Relax in peaceful surroundings and have an enjoyable time exploring the surrounding towns and villages of Lake Bolsena in Latium. The town of Bolsena itself is a great starting point for your scenic tourist trail.

Stay in a villa rental in Torre San Severo, only a few kilometres from Bolsena where you will be tucked into the midst of tranquil nature and beauty!

The town of Bolsena is situated on the North-west of Lake Bolsena and was built on the lower slopes of an ancient volcano. The vegetation surrounding this picturesque town is abundant due to the rich fertile soil around these parts. Delicious fruits and vegetables are grown in the local area.

Visit the ruins of an ancient Etruscan town built above Bolsena which was believed to have been called Volsinii before the Romans conquered it and evicted its inhabitants. They moved in themselves and constructed many new buildings including a grand amphitheatre. Tourists can still see the ruins of these ancient entertainment grounds today!