Villa Lucciola

Very Good
Traveller Type:
  : The villa is not far from the city and also close to one of the key piers to reach Borromeo islands. The host, Manuela, was very helpful and also provided the great supply of coffee, different breakfast items, etc. etc. Parking was easy directly at the property premises, but it could also be possible to park next in the nearby. At least at that time of the year. The house also has a lovely garden and swings, etc. It was extremely spacious as inside the apartment so as outside.
  : The smell of dampness in the apartment was a bit unpleasant. If you don't like walking and you do not want to use your car you may find the apartment a bit away from the city itself as the centre of Stresa is in 20 minutes walking distance.

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : The owner provided us with a good breakfast. Enough variety for everyone.

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Spacious, quiet, very comfortable bed, and well-stocked kitchen. Great host, off-street parking, nice garden with a little view of Lake Maggiore.
  : Was difficult to find the first time but it is actually convenient for driving and walking to town center once you know how (30 minute walk to ferry terminal).

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : property was spacious, located near restaurants and the town, and overlooking the islands.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple

Disappointing
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : The host was kind and responsive and present during our stay! The garden of the residence is beautiful and the location and vicinity to stresa center and departure point of the ferry is great! We loved the little dog running freely (though they probably should habe asked beforehand if all in the family are ok).
  : The two separate metal frame bed with different heights in the second bedrooms were highly uncomfortable for my parents in law. The residence lays behind a sharp curve and we almost had the most tragic accident while I unloaded the car with my child in my arm - they must put up a sign indicating an exit!! And probably the same level of disappointment than the bed was the breakfast - which was not there! A coffee machine and one bottle of milk (for 4 adults and a child), 3 yoghurts and 2 opened packages of cookies! We addressed our disappointment and felt we werent the first who did, though there was no effort to compensate or improve! *mosquitos were unbearable while wanting to enjoy an outside dinner - though this is a location issue!

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : Cosy place, in a nice house with a beautiful and large garden and located in a very calm area. The apartment was very clean. The host was very nice and even provided us with fruits and snacks for the breakfast. Possibility to park your car in front of the house. Would recommend if you are looking for a nice place to stay with your family (in our case 2 parents + 1yo baby).
  : A bit far (20-25' walk) from the city center if this is something important to you. Otherwise nothing comes to mind.

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : A comfortable, somewhat old fashioned appartment in a quiet area about 1km from the centre of Stresa. Spacious and very well equipped. Helpful and friendly host. Good value.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : The apartment had everything we wanted for a short stay and was away from the main touristy spots. The view of the lake was great.
  : The lack of a cafe, restaurant or small shop close by. It has to be said the nearest restaurant was excellent right by the lake. We didnt enjoy the aggressive barking dogs at one or two of the houses nearby but thats beyond anybodys control.

Pleasant
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children