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Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2280 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Castagnola (Lugano)
  • Place, Lake Lugano
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Parco Ciani
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lugano

This apartment places you next to Lake Lugano and within a 15-minute walk of Path of Olives. The apartment includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Lugano - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lugano Exhibition Centre - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Parco Ciani - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Palazzo dei Congressi - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

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.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The apartment also includes an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number NL-00000671

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Gelsomino Apt. 3, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland Lugano
5463

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this apartment?

This apartment is located in Lugano, just steps from Lake Lugano. You'll also find Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station and Path of Olives less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland?

No, there isn't parking at this apartment.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this apartment, including a kitchen in each apartment plus a lake view and a kitchen in some.

Does Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does this apartment offer breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Does Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this apartment.

Where is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Lugano (LUG-Agno), which is 5.9 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), which is around 28.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland?

Yes, every apartment at Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland comes with a balcony and some offer lake and mountain views.

Gelsomino Apt. 5 Front Lake with Terrace, Castagnola (Lugano), Switzerland Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Catherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in Lugano

Very clean and neat public transport
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Breanna W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025