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Luxury Holiday Villas on Lake Orta

Although much smaller than its famous neighbours, Lake Orta is a wonderfully peaceful destination for a luxury villa holiday in the Italian Lakes. Located in the Piedmont region, just west of Lake Maggiore, the lake is surrounded by wooded hills and mountains with charming lakeside villages and historic towns dotted along its shoreline. At its heart lies the enchanting Isola San Giulio, while the medieval town of Orta San Giulio provides a beautiful base from which to explore the area.

Boasting spectacular scenery and a wonderfully tranquil atmosphere, our handpicked luxury holiday apartments on Lake Orta provide an ideal base for discovering the surrounding Piedmont countryside.

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Location: Piemonte, Crabbia

Apartment Valentine

From € 580 Per Night

Apartment near Orta san Giulio

This apartment near Orta san Giulio is beautifully furnished, combining the very best of the original features of this 18th century property with the very best of modern design. Outside is has a gorgeous terrace enjoying 180 degree lake views down to the Isola san Giulio. Guests have use of a communal pool, jacuzzi, private beach and spa. A daily breakfast service is provided.

2 Guests | 1 Bedrooms | 1 Bathrooms

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Location: Piemonte, Crabbia

Apartment Clementine

From € 500 Per Night

Apartment on Lake Orta

Apartment Clementine is a beautiful apartment on Lake Orta, enjoying wonderful views of the lake below. There is a communal pool, jacuzzi and private spa on site, along with a private beach down steps that sit to one side of the property.

2 Guests | 1 Bedrooms | 1.5 Bathrooms

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Location: Piemonte, Crabbia

Apartment Guidos

From € 530 Per Night

Lago d'Orta apartment

Apartment Guidos is a luxury Lago d'Orta apartment. Within just a short drive of the village of Orta San Giulio, this is the perfect base to explore not just Lake Orta but also Lake Maggiore and even Lake Como. Guests can enjoy time relaxing on the private terrace, in the communal gardens, pool and jacuzzi as well as indulging in the ultimate relaxation experience in the private spa.

2 Guests | 1 Bedrooms | 1 Bathrooms

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Location: Piemonte, Crabbia

Apartment Maria

From € 650 Per Night

Lake Orta apartment

Apartment Maria is a stunning Lake Orta apartment just a short drive from the popular lakeside town of Orta san Giulio. It enjoys wonderful views of the lake below from a large private garden. There is also a communal pool, jacuzzi and private spa on site, along with a private beach with lake access.

2 Guests | 1 Bedrooms | 1 Bathrooms

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Location: Piemonte, Crabbia

Apartment Ella

From € 600 Per Night

Lake Orta rental

This Lake Orta rental is absolutely stunning. A penthouse apartment, it enjoys fantastic views over Lake Orta and to the Island of San Giulio which sits just 400 metres off the shore of Orta san Giulio. There is a spa, swimming pool and jacuzzi on site as well as a private beach with lake access a short walk away. There is also an excellent traditional Italian restaurant just a short walk away.

2 Guests | 1 Bedrooms | 1 Bathrooms

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Location: Piemonte, Crabbia

Apartment Giuseppe

From € 650 Per Night

Luxury Lake Orta apartment

Apartment Giuseppe is a truly beautiful luxury Lake Orta apartment. It enjoys incredible views of the lake from its large private terrace and is exquisitely furnished. Guests have use of a beautiful spa and relaxation area. There is also a treatment room on site where guests can enjoy a range of relaxing treatments including massages and facials. Outside are stunning gardens, a communal swimming pool and jacuzzi. A daily breakfast service is provided.

2 Guests | 1 Bedrooms | 1 Bathrooms

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Location: Piemonte, Crabbia

Apartment Moni

From € 530 Per Night

Orta san Giulio apartment

This Orta san Giulio apartment is situated just 4 km from the popular and charming lakeside town of Orta san Giulio. It is beautifully furnished and provides a luxurious base for a holiday on Lake Orta. Guests have use of a private spa, outdoor swimming pool and jacuzzi during their stay as well as a private beach area.

2 Guests | 1 Bedrooms | 1 Bathrooms

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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cassina Rossa in Forte Dei Marmi was a perfectly located villa to enjoy all things Forte & truly feel like a local! The communication with the owner and her representatives was so easy and they were VERY helpful with anything we needed during our stay.   We so enjoyed waking up every morning and either taking our coffee intown while it was super quiet and watching everything wake up around us or on most mornings we rode the bikes that were supplied to us to the wonderful market that was literally down the street and picked up anything we needed  fresh for the day.  The kitchen was beautifully equipped and we made espresso most mornings and either sat outside on ground level patio or on the roof top overlooking the mountains. It was comfortable enough to have lunch and dinner at home a couple of times and fun setting a beautiful table with their pretty dishes, linens, etc. Having Bagno Vasco the very authentic classic beach club included was a dream and a big savings! Great food, easy location to bike or drive to and the position of our chairs, umbrella and sunbed right next to the sea was great. We were there for over 2 weeks and for a nominal amount  he supplied us with their towels each day so we didn’t have to bring back and forth. The villa’s proximity to the center of town can’t be beat.  It’s quiet enough to be a bit removed and beautiful to see the mountains whenever walking or riding home but so close to all the wonderful restaurants & very upscale & unique shops. Forte has such a unique vibe day and night especially on market days (Wednesday and Sunday). The markets are so full of clothing, housewares, etc that you’ll need to bring an extra bag or ship stuff home. People come from everywhere to take advantage of it. The location of Forte Dei Marmi is so central and close to other towns like Pietrasanta up in the hills which allows you to experience a completely different more typically Tuscan area within a short 15-20 min drive and it’s also very close to Lucca, Pisa & Carrara (where they get the marble) only 1 1/2 hours from Florence and Portofino if you are staying longer and want to take some wonderful daytrips. Forte Dei Marmi doesn’t have the dramatic coastline of the Amalfi coast but the beauty of looking one direction and seeing the beaches and looking the other and seeing the stunning mountains including Carrara is truly unique and offers its own special beauty.  Another plus is that it is very flat so much easier than many Italian towns to walk and ride bikes which everyone does everywhere.  It’s fun to see everyone (mostly Italians which we loved) fully dressed for dinner on bikes as it’s truly the chosen form of transportation for the young and old. We can’t wait to return!!
  
 
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Towns & Cities in Italian Lakes

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Lake Como

Towns and villages of Lake Orta

Orta San Giulio

As the most well-known town on the lake, Orta San Giulio is a great base for a luxury holiday apartment on Lake Orta. It is one of the prettiest towns on any of the Italian Lakes – incredibly picturesque – filled with charming lanes that weave their way past Renaissance and Baroque art and architecture.

Little squares are lined with cafes, boutiques and antique shops, but the town’s main square is the Piazza Motta. From here you can catch a boat to the island that sits just off its shores – Isola san Giulio. Visit Orta san Giulio on a Wednesday to stock up on local food delicacies to enjoy at your luxury Lake Orta holiday apartment. Incidentally, for food lovers, Lake Orta definitely packs a punch when it comes to flavour. There are two Michelin-star restaurants in Orta san Giulio alone.

Pella

However, Orta San Giulio is by no means the only town worth visiting from your Lake Orta luxury apartment. On the western shores of the lake sits Pella. This is home to the 12th Romanesque Church of San Filiberto, and from its main square you can enjoy some of the best views of the lake.

Pella is smaller and quieter than Orta San Giulio, making it particularly appealing if you want to enjoy the beauty of the lake without being in the middle of the tourist activity. Boat services also make it possible to cross the lake and explore Orta San Giulio without driving.

Legro

Also worth a visit is Legro – just east of Orta san Giulio. This is one of over 200 towns across Italy that participates in an initiative where artists paint murals on the buildings of a village, effectively creating an outdoor art gallery. In Legro, there are now over 60 outdoor artworks. focused on the theme of cinema.

Best areas to stay in on a luxury villa holiday on Lake Orta

The South of Lake Orta

The southern shores are a great choice for your luxury holiday apartment on Lake Orta – especially if you want to be close to the lake’s prettiest villages and main attractions. Orta San Giulio is the obvious highlight, with its medieval streets, lakeside restaurants and views across to Isola San Giulio. The town is also the main departure point for boat trips to the island, making this a convenient area for exploring the lake during your Lake Orta villa holiday.

The surrounding countryside is dotted with small villages and beautiful villas, many of which enjoy wonderful views over the water. Pettenasco, on the eastern shore, is another popular choice and offers a quieter alternative to Orta San Giulio while still being within easy reach of the town. On the western shore, Pella is particularly attractive for its peaceful waterfront and views across the lake.

This southern part of Lake Orta is ideal for those who want to combine sightseeing and relaxation. You can spend the morning exploring Orta San Giulio, take a boat across to Isola San Giulio and then return to your Lake Orta luxury apartment for an afternoon by the pool.

The North of Lake Orta

The northern shores of the lake have a more peaceful and less tourist-focused character. Omegna is the largest town in the area and has a pleasant waterfront, cafés, restaurants and useful everyday amenities. It makes a good base for a luxury villa rental on Lake Orta, if you want to explore beyond Lake Orta as well as enjoy the lake itself.

Away from Omegna, the landscape becomes increasingly rural, with wooded hills, small villages and mountains providing a beautiful backdrop for a Lake Orta villa rental. This part of the lake is particularly appealing to hikers, cyclists and anyone looking for a quieter escape as part of their luxury villa holiday on Lake Orta. There are plenty of opportunities to explore the surrounding countryside, while the nearby mountains offer even more scope for outdoor adventures.

The northern shore can also be a good choice if you are planning to explore more of Piedmont while staying at your Lake Orta Luxury apartment. Its location provides easy access to the wider region, including the countryside and wine-producing areas.

Amenities for your luxury holiday on Lake Orta

Lakeside Luxury Villas on Lake Orta

There’s no doubt that the best luxury holiday villas in the Italian lakes have to be those directly on the lakeside. And while Lake Orta is somewhat of a hidden gem, locals and Italian visitors do tend to flock to its beautiful beaches in the summer months. So there’s nothing better than opting for a luxury Lake Orta holiday apartment directly on the lake to help you avoid the crowds. Apartment Valentine is not only lakeside but guests also benefit from a private beach and exclusive spa and wellness area. The views from the extensive gardens are exquisite and we can even arrange a private boat and driver for our guests to explore the lake.

Luxury Villas on Lake Orta with Private Spas

Finding a Lake Orta holiday villa with a spa can elevate your experience to an exceptional level of luxury. Our luxury apartments on Lake Orta all have access to private spas with wellness areas and jacuzzis. Not only that, but they also benefit from exceptional uninterrupted views of the Lake and its stunning vistas.

Things to do on a luxury holiday on Lake Orta

Visit Isola san Giulio

Making the trip over to Isola San Giulio is a must-do activity while staying at a Lake Orta luxury holiday apartment. The Lake’s main attraction can be reached in just 5 minutes on one of the many boats from Orta San Giulio and the trip itself offers a great opportunity to take in the many beautiful vistas that surround the lake.

The island itself measures just 275 metres long and 140 metres wide from east to west and is dominated by its Romanesque basilica along with the adjacent 19th century bishop’s palace and Benedictine Abbey. We’d also recommend exploring the peaceful ‘voie du silence‘ – trail of silence – a pathway that leads around the island.

Go Swimming in Lake Orta

Lake Orta’s waters are wonderfully clean and clear, making a refreshing swim one of the simplest pleasures while staying at a Lake Orta holiday apartment. There are a number of lakeside beaches and designated swimming areas dotted around the shoreline, so it is easy to find a spot where you can cool off and it’s one of our favourite spots for wild swimming in Italy.

Explora Beach is a popular choice, while the beautiful Lido di Bagnella near Omegna is particularly well suited to families, with space to relax beside the water and enjoy a leisurely day by the lake. For something a little more active, swimming can easily be combined with kayaking, paddleboarding or other watersports. Alternatively, simply pack a picnic at your Lake Orta luxury apartment and find a lakeside spot and enjoy a relaxed afternoon beside the water.

Enjoy a Tree-Top Adventure on Lake Orta

If you’re looking for an adrenaline-fuelled activity while at your Lake Orta luxury apartment rental, then the Adventure Park Lago d’Orta Le Pigne is the perfect day out. Here you can enjoy swinging through the trees, 12 metres above the ground – with a series of different challenges to suit all ages from 3 years to adults. It’s a great family day out from your Lake Orta luxury holiday apartment.

Explore the Sacro Monte di Orta

Just outside of the centre of Orta San Giulio, take time to visit one of Italy’s impressive UNSECO World Heritage Sites. This site consists of a series of 20 chapels surrounded by woodland, all built between the 16th and 17th centuries. Each depicts a different event from the life of Saint Francis through the use of sculptures and paintings. From its elevated position, the site also boasts some of the best views of the lake.

Frequently asked questions about booking a holiday villa on Lake Orta

What is the best time of year to visit Lake Orta?

The summer months are ideal if you want to make the most of the lake itself, with warm weather perfect for swimming, watersports and enjoying the many outdoor cafés and restaurants. May, June and September can be particularly pleasant if you prefer milder temperatures and a quieter atmosphere. Spring and autumn are also lovely for walking and exploring the surrounding Piedmont countryside from your Lake Orta luxury apartment rental.

How do I get to Lake Orta from Milan?

Lake Orta is relatively easy to reach from Milan, making it a convenient choice for a villa holiday in the Italian Lakes. By car, the journey takes around 1.5 hours, depending on your destination around the lake. Having a car gives you greater flexibility for exploring the surrounding countryside and villages.

Alternatively, you can travel by train from Milan towards Novara and then continue towards the lake, with Orta-Miasino being the main railway station for Orta San Giulio. If you are staying in a Lake Orta luxury holiday villa, we generally recommend hiring a car, particularly if you plan to explore beyond the lake during your stay.

How do I visit Isola San Giulio?

There is a frequent service of motorboats which take visitors over to the island. They depart from the pier in the main Piazza in Orta San Giulio and the cost is around €5 for the return trip. If you are staying at one of our luxury Lake Orta apartments, we can also arrange a private boat and driver.