VILLAS IN ITALY - THE LAKES

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Bellagio, Italian castles, Italian villas, lakes region of Italy

The Italian Lake District: Lake Como, Varese, Maggiore and Lake Gardo are natural glacier-made lakes with snow covered mountains nearby.  From beautiful Bellagio to the nearby villages of Pescallo. Oliviero, Taronico and Casate are so beautiful.  Lovely villas and medieval castles give you a "glimpse into another world". 

The tiny ports on Lake Como are a sight to behold.  From Como, to Lecco, to Bellagio and Tremezzo you might find cathedrals, monasteries, terraced gardens and quaint streets. 

Lake Maggiore's crystal clear waters will sparkle with colors from jade green to deepest blue.  Isole Borromee, is a cluster of small islands with a baroque palace and beautiful gardens.

Milan, the Italian center for fashion is near the Lakes region. 

The local food and wine have brought many back to this region.  Fresh water fish, zuppa pavese, risotto and gnocchi blend with the local Cabernets, Merlots and Pinots, but the robust Teroldego is the main red.  Near the Swiss/Italian border you will find many vineyards.

With "Cottages to Castles" you can book your stay in the lakes region and know that you will be staying in a credible casa or villa.  I have booked clients through this company and have been impressed by their knowledge of individual properties.  A week's stay is suggested, but a three to six night stay is sometimes available.  Check out our website;  www.thruthegrapevinetravel.com  and click on the Book Italian Villas button. Email me your dates for your Italian Lakes region holiday.

Buon Giorno!