VILLAS – what types, where are they , why rent? Travellers when asked where they would like to stay on their dream holiday, will often say “A villa on the slopes of a well-known ski resort, or a villa overlooking a clear tranquil Mediterranean sea with an infinity pool. Others may decide on a villa [...]
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Christmas is a time that conjures up all sorts images and is a time of festivities, with much of this based on personal reflections and experiences. Christmas therefore means many things to many people, but we do like the ethos of “Peace and Goodwill to all Men” and we hope that all your wishes for [...]
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Lake Como Villas Some of the worlds most famous villas are on Lake Como. The reasons for this are down to history and celebrity status such as that of Hollywood stars and very wealthy businessmen. For example, where stars go, others follow, including the Paparazzi. The most famous of these on the Lake and popularized in the press, has been [...]
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1. Vision yourself in Varenna! For those of you new to Lake Como, the lakeside resort of Varenna is simply the must-see destination to explore! The reasons when you visit will be clear, but for now, allow us to indulge in the top must-do motives below! 2. Visit Paradise! The famous ‘Portofino’ of Lake Como, [...]
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Q. We’d like to take a break for the whole family near Lake Como, and need a location that is a real escape from the urban lifestyle. I’ve never been to Italy before, so am not sure where to start! There are six of us, and we’d like somewhere where we can take long walks. Which [...]
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Spring is coming and so are thoughts of marriage! Spring, Summer or Autumn weddings are very popular and marriage overseas or further afield is becoming increasingly popular. We have seen an increase in weddings on two of our locations, the Italian Lakes and Devon. These are of course both popular destinations in their own right, [...]
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“When you write the story of two happy lovers, let the story be set on the banks of Lake Como.” Franz Liszt wrote this in full honesty knowing that he had found pure beauty; found true love. Lake Como’s alluring natural beauty and rich history have lured Hollywood royalty and European aristocracy to its lakeshore [...]
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