Close to the beach.Stay at this Lugano apartment and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Lugano and 2 miles (3 km) of Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station. Museo delle Dogane Svizzere and Lugano Exhibition Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Lugano Exhibition Centre - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Parco Ciani - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Palazzo dei Congressi - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Melide Station - 11 min drive
Lugano Funicular Station - 12 min drive
Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Antica Osteria del Porto - 5 min drive
La Bottega di Gandria - 5 min drive
Ristorante della Posta - 4 min drive
Pane & Zucchero - 3 min drive
The Trinity Irish Pub - 4 min drive
About this property
Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland
Nestled amidst the typical mountain surroundings, with a lake view and abundant sunshine, this super modern and fully-equipped studio is perfect to indulge in a carefree vacation in Lugano!
The first-floor holiday rental is washed with glorious Ticinese sunshine and offers a lovely balcony with open-air dining accompanied by enchanting Lake Lugano views. A barbecue is also available for romantic evenings and for enjoying classic moments of summer or wintertime fun.
Inside, the air-conditioned and centrally heated apartment ensures a comfy year-round stay for up to 2 guests, especially senior tourists looking for homestays in Lugano. A fully-equipped kitchen ready to take on any kind of meal preparation and featuring a dishwasher, microwave, fridge, Nespresso machine and induction hob is at guests\' disposal to make your self-catering stay absolutely carefree at the holiday apartment.
Laundry and ironing facilities are available too to facilitate convenient extended stays in Lugano!
Sleeping
There is a double bed in the apartment to sleep 2 guests in comfort.
Bathroom
Bathroom 1: The luminous bathroom with a shower and WC.
Additional
• Lake View • Balcony Terrace • Outside Dining • Outdoor Table & Chairs • Shared BBQ • Private Parking Space but a car is not necessary (Parking number 3 is reserved for guests staying at the apartment) • Free Wi-Fi • Hairdryer • Smart TV • Suitable for Elderly • Wardrobe • Underfloor heating
Location
The holiday apartment is located enviably close to the suggestive Olive Trail in Lugano and lakeshore Lido San Domenico, both of which are just a stone’s throw away. The hiking trail to the picturesque village of Gandria is also on the same route as the Olive Tree Trail, in fact, it is the same trail that ends at the village.
From the holiday apartment, guests can enjoy the best of Lugano in just a 20-25 minute walk. They can explore the massive and historic Piazza della Reforma with a large selection of restaurants and the vibrant life of Lugano, they can visit the iconic Parco Ciani, spend a whole night having fun at Lugano Casino, relax in Lido di Lugano and, if they are into sports, then they can discover paragliding in Lugano right here.
At a 12-15 minutes drive from the apartment, guests will find the lovely Tassino Park, Manzoni Square, the Water Jet of Paradiso and the funicular to the sunniest hill in Lugano, Monte Brè, where they can enjoy dining on the sunny terraces of the restaurants perched on the summit. For day trips, the amazing Swizz Minitur and Valsolda are a 20-25 minutes drive from the holiday apartment.
Milan Malpensa is the nearest international airport, approximately a 70-minutes drive from this vacation rental in Lugano.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 280 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
How close is Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland to the airport?
This apartment is 5.9 mi (23-min drive) away from the Lugano (LUG-Agno) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.
How close is Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland to the beach?
This apartment is 9.1 mi (29-min drive) from Panama Beach and 16.6 mi (51-min drive) from Spiaggia Lerai. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland offer free breakfast?
This apartment does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland?
No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Casino Lugano (5-min drive) and Casinò di Campione (19-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland?
Free parking is not available at this apartment.
Does Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland have a pool?
This apartment does not have a pool.
Does Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this apartment.
How close is Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland to downtown Lugano?
This apartment is 0.4 mi away from Castagnola.
Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland Reviews
Reviews
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A car would be helpful if you have a lot of luggage
This place has beautiful views but it is a bit of a hike to public transportation up a hill. Not bad if you are fit but not really walkable with luggage or daily if you are not use to it.