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Villa la Ruga
Villa with 180° Lake view, direct access to the Lake by the Boat House
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 83229.2 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Argegno, Lombardia
  • Argegno Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Argegno Cable Car to Pigra
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Villa del Balbianello
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Como (QCM-Como Seaplane Base)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Lake Front Villa, amazing lake como view, exclusive location!!

Unique position, fantastic view, Villa la Ruga is a lakefont property situated in Argegno, just 20 minutes from Como.
On the ground floor:
Spacious living room typified by arched glass doors, 180° lake views, TV, DVD player, audio system, stone fireplace and drinking area with direct access to the garden.
Kitchen provides all facilities: oven, gas hob, espresso machine, coffee machine and dishwasher. Direct access to the main terrace.
Service bathroom for guest to use.
On the mezzanine floor.
Master double bedroom with bathroom in-suite, private balcony and an idyllic 180° lake view.
On the upper floor.
Two areas, each comprised of one double and one single bedrooms with own bathroom suites, offer privacy and luxury accommodation to family or groups of friends. Elegant furniture, parquet flooring and direct access to the terraces.
Outside.
A private garden provides an ideal place for relaxing on the sun , the bocce field allow to enjoy your extra time. The main terrace, upper the lake with a 180° lake view, is ultimate as alfresco dinning area. The boathouse offers a direct access to the lake and a private use of the boat.
Services provided.
Wi-fi access, washing machine, bed linen, towels, BBQ, final service charge.
Extra services.
Personal chef, private boat, extra service charge and tourist guide.

The Villa can accommodate up to 8 people.

Next to the Villa.
Argegno, just five minutes walking the little village offers restaurants, cafes, bars, Pizzeria, grocery shop and a passenger ferry service. Cable railway takes visitors to Pigra, a balcony on the lake, ideal to start walking tours. Argegno is connected to all the beautiful pearls of the lake by a public transport: Bellagio, Villa Carlotta (botanical garden), Villa Balbianello. Argegno is 25 minutes driving from Menaggio, with is famous Lido, and cars/passengers ferryboat which takes visitors to the other famous Golden triangle towns of Varenna and Bellagio. In 20 minutes you can reach Como town which offers high street shopping, cafes, bars and restaurants. The famous Duomo, Volta Museum, Palazzo Broletto, Villa Olmo with its year round art and musical events are just some of the place that you can visit. On the way to Como you can stop to the lakeside towns of Carate Urio, Laglio and Cernobbio with their peaceful charm and elegant villas and gardens can be explored at your leisure.
Night life on the lake: Lido di Lenno, Lido di Bellagio, clubs and bars of Como offer music and fun until the morning.

Property manager

Francesco
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Parties are allowed depending on our approval at the time of booking.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Argegno

Located in Argegno, this villa is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Menaggio Beach and Lake Lugano, while Villa Monastero and Como-Brunate Funicular are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider La Piazzetta, or check out an event or a game at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Argegno, Lombardia

What's nearby

  • Argegno Marina - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Argegno Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Argegno Cable Car to Pigra - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Greenway del Lago di Como - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Villa del Balbianello - 14 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Como Borghi - 24 min drive
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crotto dei Platani - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪La Piazzetta - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bar Caffetteria Il Porto - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lido di Argegno - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bri'en - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Lake Front Villa, amazing lake como view, exclusive location!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful Lake Front Villa, amazing lake como view, exclusive location!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Lake Front Villa, amazing lake como view, exclusive location!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Lake Front Villa, amazing lake como view, exclusive location!! located?

This family-friendly Argegno villa is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Intelvi Valley, Argegno Beach and Argegno Marina. Argegno Cable Car to Pigra and Greenway del Lago di Como are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

Amazing location

A really beautiful special villa stunning location great host would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzie G.

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

Beautiful view of the lake

Such a beautiful villa and wonderful view of the lake and we were so happy to be returning for a second time! Francesco was always incredibly helpful, friendly and was happy to assist with all our questions. The house was always extremely clean thanks to Chika’s hard work. The villa is a short walk from Argengo where there are yummy restaurants, amazing gelato and the ferry port. Otherwise there is Francesco’s boat in the boat house that you can hire which is a fabulous way to get around! Highly recommend and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eloise M.

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

We would return in a heartbeat

Just looking at the photo of this house makes me feel wistful! We stayed for 10 days and wished it were for longer. The house itself is generous, well laid out and has everything you need. Cleaning is included and regular by the lovely Chica. The gardens are lovely and the view is one we found hard to beat in all the beautiful places we visited on the lake. It is a very special place. We hired the boat while we were there and it really made it extra wonderful - great to just nip to the boathouse and be able to explore this gorgeous part of the world. I think we just hit the very end of the (possibly already ended) summer season and it did not diminish our pleasure. The lake was quiet and we swam in many different spots. Even with slightly mixed weather, the layout of the house and the terrace meant that you could enjoy it in all its seasons- dramatic storms included. We were so impressed by Francesco who is such a lovely and welcoming host - nothing was ever a problem. He organised a small life vest for our toddler, suggested and made restaurant reservations, was easy to contact and so helpful in many different ways. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

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

Our wonderful visit

Villa la Riga is a very special place located on the edge of Lake Como. It is beautifully designed and appointed and shade can be found outside every part of the day. As a family of 4 with a young baby plus other visitors, the villa was perfect. We loved sitting on the patio and watching the world go past in boats while loving the view, using the boat, playing bocce every night and swimming most days in the lake (baby too)). Finally, the meal cooked by Piero , one night was a highlight. Francesco was always ready to help out/sort out any problems at any time. We would return. 6th August 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deidre M.

Lake Como Vacation Haven

The villa is situated about a ten minute walk demo Argegno which is a small non touristic town with ample restaurants and a small grocery. Your host Francesco exceeds every expectation including superior communication, scheduling of transfers and tours, and access to a wine cellar. The grounds are lovely with great vistas, lounge seating, bocce ball count, Kalimantan and al fresco dining. Francesco can also schedule a private chef with a choice of four menus. Humberto was our chef and our meal was wonderful. The villa is comfortable, modestly furnished and the kitchen has everything you need. It was constructed in the early 70’s and has improvements over the years . Authentic all the way. We would definitely re book Villa de RIGA.

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C., California

A slice of Paradise

The villa was a fabulous place to end our European trip. The property was well maintained by Francesco, he was there in everyway possible to make our stay warm and pleasurable. From arranging to have a chef and his wife cook dinner during our stay to recommending a number of restaurants around the lake. I would highly recommend the Villa to anyone looking for a property on the lake.

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Beautiful view,amazing host Francesco was there for anything and everything we wanted.

The villa is a very special place.If you stay here you will have the vacation of your life,don't forget to book the boat tour through Francesco...it was fabulous
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kirill M.

The ideal idyl

It is hard to find words good enough to do justice to our experience of staying at Villa la Ruga. When we first arrived at the villa, our jaws dropped at the staggering views of the lake and surrounding mountains before us. Being right by the water, we felt totally uninterrupted and fully immersed in the breathtaking power of the area. Turning our attention to the villa itself, it was clear that this is a very special place indeed. Full of charm and equipped for our every need, we quickly began to feel very lucky to have found it! We had ample opportunity to explore lake Como. Hiking, driving, boating and ferries are all easily accessible. As truly wonderful as sightseeing was, returning to the villa always seemed like the pièce de résistance. Each evening, we found the perfect refuge to enjoy good company over a local wine next to a roaring fire. Meeting Francesco was sincerely one of the highlights of our stay. It is hard to imagine a host more intelligent, affable and helpful. Never intrusive, but always available, he helped us on so many occasions with matters great and small. One of our most magical experiences began with us setting off by boat directly from the villa. After a few hours scooting around the lake, we pulled up to a wonderful restaurant where we enjoyed a terrific lunch consisting of local cuisine. We have Francesco to thank for that whole experience! From setting up the boat, providing advice and directions to booking the restaurant itself, the whole experience was taken care of. Thank you so much! So many wonderful memories: breakfast on the patio; ping-pong tournaments; choosing wines from the cellar; talking about life and the world with Francesco; the best meals we have had in Italy (and we have been around!); waking to views of the lake; pizza delivery by candlelight; rugged hillsides; mystery water bottles; napping on the deckchairs; the stars above and below... I would normally describe something like this as the "trip of a lifetime". The only thing that stops me is that I can't wait to come again to repeat it! Hopefully Villa la Ruga and Francesco will be around for a long time so we can enjoy "many trips of a lifetime".
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gwen G.

Fabulous!!! Dream Come True on Lake Como.

What an amazing property! Francesco could not have been more gracious and helpful. From having food in the kitchen when we arrived to getting us reservations for a boat ride, he was fantastic. We were a group of 8 women who were on holiday and stayed for 5 nights and 4 days. I wish we could have stayed for a month. The home itself is an architectural experience. Lovely gardens, beautifully manicured grounds, curved moldings and doors throughout add to the charm of this immaculately cared for home. The huge villas on the lake have NOTHING on this property. We're all trying to figure out when we can go back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

The exterior certainly had the wow factor as does the setting - interior is comfy 70s style

We were a group of three couples and were very happy with this villa - as I said above its very 70s inside but none the worse for that. Beds comfy - kitchen small but well stocked and Francesco left us a nice welcome pack of food. Warm house with central heating if you need it Francesco who will meet you is part of the owning family and is an absolute star - nothing is too much trouble. I hope we didn't trouble him much except to ask if he could arrange for the owner of the restaurant along the lakeside to pick us up on his boat. Unfortunately the boat was broken - so Francesco arranged for a friend to pick us up and take us on his speedboat - very classy Francesco. He insisted we not pay as the owner owned him a favour - we did pay him of course The restaurant mentioned is excellent as is the Piazetta in Aregno Once at the villa you can abandon cars - east stroll to town. Busy road for 200 metres then cross road and up hill and first right for nice path to town with great views. First shop you come to is deeply good local baker with other essentials. No big shop in Argegno so if self catering come off road into Como on way - you can certainly get enough for breakfasts locally and plenty choice for eating out rest of time Ferry port in Argegno 16 euros for a day pass on central lake We would happily go back and hope to!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Catherina M.

Lovely home which offers an amazing lakefront experience

Our family spent about five days at this lovely home. Francesco is a very warm and welcoming host. He greeted us at the house with a wonderful basket of local Italian goodies as a welcome package and was quite helpful with local activities. He also checked up on us during our stay to ensure that everything was perfect. The villa offers a unique, elegant, and private lake front experience of Lake Como. The grounds are a lovely bucolic and private retreat to relax and play. The villa is also a very short walk away from the beautiful village of Argegno with its typical Italian cafe's and restaurant. Everyone of our family members truly enjoyed their stay and we will certainly be back again. We would highly recommend this lovely villa and Francesco.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Great location to soak up the Lake Como atmosphere

My (adult) daughter and I stayed at Villa La Ruga for 6 weeks, from mid September to the end of October. The weather was still mostly sunny and warm during the day but getting colder at night. We dealt exclusively with the owner's son, Francesco Rimoldi. He was extremely attentive, without being intrusive. The villa was well located, down a steep drive that looked more daunting than it actually was (even in the occasional torrential rain), and right on the lake. Multiple doors from the living room and kitchen to the terrace maximized this proximity and the panoramic views were stunning. The villa has a boathouse which we did not make use of, but which also provided lake access for swimming although, by then, it was a bit too cold for us. Apparently, the terrace also works well as a diving platform! The villa was fully equipped for a comfortable and convenient stay. The location is excellent - about 75 minutes drive from Malpensa Airport and about 20 minutes from Como. Argegno is about a minute's drive away, where La Piazetta is highly recommended for a pizza lunch, or for an authentic Italian dinner.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Juan C.

Europe 2014

Our 2015 Europe trip started with lake Como and staying at Villa La Ruga was probably the highlight of our trip we stay there three days, we were meant by Francesco and he was a perfect Host, gave us all the instructions to the house and the area and we had Chef Umberto cooking dinner for us each day we were there. It was a perfect three days we relax, drink Vino and ate great food. I highly recommend staying there a week, three days was not enough.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

vickie H.

fabulous - perfect location

The villa is great. Perfect location and great host who was very welcoming. We will be back next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Amazing Villa La Ruga

The villa La Ruga is a very pleasant villa where we stayed for 15 days. The view is breathtaking, the villa is beautiful and the site is wonderful as it is very close to the lake. The villa is spacious so even if you’re a group (we were 6), you have plenty of space and your own privacy. The villa is well situated, not too far from others villages by car or by boat. Finally, our host, Francesco, took good care of us and he was very helpful. We will definitely recommend this villa as we had such an amazing time there. Lise, Julie-Han, Jacques, Jeanne, Lucy, Gerry Canada
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Amazing villa La Ruga

The villa La Ruga is a very pleasant villa where we stayed for 15 days. The view is breathtaking, the villa is beautiful and the site is wonderful as it is very close to the lake. The villa is spacious so even if you’re a group (we were 6), you have plenty of space and your own privacy. The villa is well situated, not too far from others villages by car or by boat. Finally, our host, Francesco, took good care of us and he was very helpful. We will definitely recommend this villa as we had such an amazing time there. Lise, Julie-Han, Jacques, Jeanne, Lucy, Gerry Canada
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sophia B.

memorable stay

Francesco is a very good host. We were well looked after. The villa is big- accommodating our 7 member multigenerational family with space to spare. With its quirky rooms, large garden with games and it's boat shed- our children were kept busy. Villa La Ruga 's outstanding view and the lovely host will definately ensure our return.

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

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

Amazing House

Dream property, excellent location!! Everything is as described and even better. Bacci ball in the yard and ping pong in the basement! Our boys had so much fun playing. Host is amazing. Responds to everything promptly, very helpful in planning. We ended up having two dinners prepared by his personal chef! So much delicious food and lovely people. The kitchen/frig was stocked with snacks and breakfast food to hold us over for the entire stay. Lovely place to relax and enjoy the view. Easy access to the town and ferry. We would stay here again if back in Como! Wine cellar was also fun to explore and find some delicious wines to try.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

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

Best VRBO stay ever

First, I’d like to say how much we enjoyed getting to know Francesco. He’s the best host you could hope for. A very positive, bright man who set the tone for the stay. He helped arrange for the private chef, Umberto, who catered to everyone’s request and dietary need. Francesco came the next morning with Cornetti for our family and friends to enjoy.The property is impeccable with perfectly groomed lawns, amazing views, and a great location within walking distance to the local town of Argegno. We drove Francesco’s boat around the lake to see all of the sights, including Varenna, Bellagio, and the beautiful Villas surrounding the area.Would visit again - 6 out of 5 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate F.

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

Scenic, sparkling, SPECTACULAR!

I dreamed of staying at this villa for two years and brought three friends here to celebrate my retirement. The home, property and panoramic views are unique and stunning and surpassed all expectations.The host, Francesco, and his assistant, Chica, respond quickly to questions and requests. We took a beautiful lake tour in Francesco’s boat. I hope to return some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

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

A piece of paradise

This property has it all. The location is spectacular, like being in a postcard. Francesco is the best host we have ever met. The amount of essentials provided allowed us to settle in very comfortably. Francesco even organised deliveries to theVilla from local restaurants
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

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

Breathtaking Views

Our stay in this house was wonderful. Francesco, the owner, is a dynamic and warm person who is easy to deal with and always available if you need him. He helped us with dinner reservations, cabs and connected us to the most amazing tour guide in Milan. He provided a chef for breakfasts and for several dinners. He sent us to an amazing winery that was near the Swiss border. Anything we needed was addressed. The house is beautiful. The setting is amazing! There were 6 of us and there was room to spread out and just enjoy the glorious views. The house is located on the lake which means you have to walk down a long steep driveway to get in or out. The town is not far and the ferry is right there but the walk into town is a bit tricky because the roads are narrow and while they have a walking path, it is a bit hairy and we were all "senior citizens."And Francesco did help with that too. We loved our time there and recommend it highly!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie S.

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

Incredible!

Francesco’s property was amazing. The views from every room were spectacular. Francesco was the best host we have ever had at a VRBO. He took us on a 6-hour tour of the lake in his boat, which was very comfortable. We also had his chef come in one evening to cook for us. Ample amount of food was amazing. I highly recommend both the boat and chef…well worth it! Francesco also came through with a driver one day when we had our driver cancel. We could not have had a better stay! If you are on the fence, book it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leann L.

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

Wonderful rental and host

Family of 7 adults stayed for 3 days. The house was exactly as posted. Beautiful, clean and perfect. Francesco is a great host and person. Always smiling and helpful and accommodating. I could not imagine staying anywhere else while in Como. We hope to come back again. You must stay here if you are traveling to Como. Use Francesco private chef at the house and boat taxi. It made for the most memorable vacation and experience for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monty B.

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

Wedding at Lake Como

Spent week on Lake Como for wedding. Amazing Villa on the water. Great host with great recommendations.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Francesco

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Italian Lawyer

Why they chose this property

This is my grandparent's house; I love it and I like to welcome people here.

What makes this property unique

The incredible view. Boat house and direct access to the Lake. Private parking and garden, bocce camp.

Languages:

English, Italian

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests