Lake Como

Lake Como is the third largest lake in Italy, measuring approximately 46 kilometres in length. It can also lay claim to being the fifth deepest lake in Europe, with a striking Y shape that makes it instantly recognisable. It has been popular amongst the Europe upper classes for centuries. It was often the first stopping point on the European Grand Tour in the early 18th century, before visitors continued their journeys to Milan, Florence, Venice and Rome. However, these days it’s arguably more popular than ever.

At one end of the lake, the city of Como is the perfect starting point to explore the lake. However, there are a host of smaller towns and villages on Lake Como well worth visiting too. Bellagio is arguable the lake’s most famous village but others just as worthy of a visit include Varenna, Cernobbio, Bellano, Menaggio and others. It’s also famous not for its picturesque lakeside towns but also for its stunning villas and gardens. Villa Carlotta, Villa Bernasconi, Villa d’Este, Villa Erba and Villa del Balbianello are the most impressive. The landscape is stunning and it’s not surprising that it has been frequently referred to as the most beautiful lake in the world.

At the moment, Bookings For You don’t have any villas on Lake Como. We are actively searching to find Lake Como villas to share with you. Please do check back in soon. In the meantime, why not take a look at our villas on Lake Maggiore instead.