DRAGONFLY VILLA LIBELLULA
S e l f - c a t e r i n g G u e s t h o u s e
ABOUT
DragonflyVilla enjoys a prime spot beneath the majestic Rocca di Borromeo, a 12th century castle, in the picturesque village of Angera five minute walk from the shores of Lago Maggiore, lakefront bars, restaurants, shops and supermarkets and a fifteen minute walk to the ferry terminal and popular swimming beaches.
The original Lombardy Villa has been extensively renovated and updated and has two apartments: Blu is 120sqm with three bedrooms, bathroom and living rooms and Bianca is a 22sqm double room with kitchenette and private bathroom. If you take both apartments you will have four bedrooms (sleeping 8) and two bathrooms all on the same floor. It is the perfect place to explore this beautiful, historic area, whether you are into culture, cuisine, art, sport or relaxation.
APPARTAMENTO
BLU
CIR:012003-CNI-00040
CINIT012003C2VHT648WW
A spacious,
120 sqm first floor
fully air-conditioned
apartment, with three bedrooms, a modern family bathroom, dining room and lounge, which sleeps 6 people. A private balcony overlooks the castle and the garden.
or call +39 3336792447
to book
APPARTAMENTO
BIANCA
CIR:012003-CNI-00041
CIN IT012003C2MXV2URWP
A first floor
air-conditioned
22sqm double room, which sleeps 2,
with kitchenette, private bathroom and balcony, overlooking the castle and garden
.
or call+39 3336792447
to book
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OUR SERVICES
Prime Location
The Dragonfly Villa is 250m from the historical village centre with three banks, a pharmacy, Incoop supermarket, bars and restaurants
It is a pleasant 750m stroll to the beaches and ferry point
Garden
Guests are invited to make use of the outdoor furniture in the arbour beside the dragonfly pond as well as the 12 seater wooden dining table and lounge chairs under the pergola
Coffee Machine
Enjoy Italian coffee in both Blu and Bianca with the Nespresso coffee machines and complimentary coffee pods provided
Fitted kitchen
Blu has a fully fitted kitchen with airfryer, griller, toaster, microwave and dishwasher. There is a washing machine and drying rack in the bathroom.
Bianca has a fridge, two plate cooker, microwave, toaster and kettle.
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Smart TV
Blu has a 65" Smart TV
and Bianca has a 55" Smart TV
Air Conditioning
Appartamento Blu has five air conditioning units: one in each bedroom and one in each living room.
Appartamento Bianca has an air conditioning unit in the bedroom.
Vegetable garden
Guests are welcome to pick fresh vegetables and herbs in the vegetable and herb garden when available
Balcony
Both Blu and Bianca have private balconies where you can sit and enjoy the views of the castle, the garden and local neighbourhood
Free Wifi
There is fast free wifi available throughout the property
Parking
There is street parking available Although most tourist sites can be reached on foot, or by train or ferry you do need to consult the timetables as the ferry zig zags up the lake so the trip may take a while so the train may be the quicker option. We can advise you on your choices.
Barbecue
The barbecue is at your disposal
We have charcoal and firelighters
ask in the studio
Baby bath on request
Baby bath, changing mat and cot free of charge
There is also a two seater push chariot which you can use to transport your little ones
Please arrange when you make the booking
Games
Giant Jenga, Boules and various board games and cards are available
GALLERY
THINGS TO DO
Leisure Activities
Swimming, Boating, Boarding, Kayaking, Cycling, Hang gliding, Hiking, Horse riding
Wave Aquapark, Sesto Calende - https://wavesesto.it/
Public Beaches
There are a few beaches along the shoreline but main beaches are the Angera Spiaggia Comunale near Damino Pizzeria and Lakefront Angera as well as
Spiaggia del Sasso Cavallazzo at Ranco
Recommended Destinations
Santa Caterina Hermitage,
Borromean Islands,
Funivia di Laveno,
Lago D'Orta,
Sacro Monte di Varese,
The Lago Maggiore Express, Stresa
Villa Taranto, Verbania
**There is a manual in your unit with
details and websites
Children's Play Park
There is a children's Play Park on the lungolago di Angera near Piazza Garibaldi
Cultural Sites
Rocca di Borromeo
Collosus of Carlo Borromeo in Arona
Santuario della Madonna della Riva
Oratorio S. Filippo Neri
Markets
Village Market Angera -Thursday morning, lungolago di Angera
Village Market Arona- Tuesday morning, lungolago di Arona
Village Market Sesto Calende - Wednesday morning, lungolago di Sesto Calende
There are many other markets in the summer - dates to be advised
Wineries Tours
Cascina Piano in Angera
Rossi di Angera for Grappa and Gin
Agriturismo Tenuta Tovaglieri in Golasecca
Cantina Fontechiara, Cascina Vallazza 10, 28021 Borgomanero NO
eBike Tours & Hire
We can advise on the numerous cycle routes and paths around the nature reserve and surrounding farmlands.. Various ebikes can be hired in the village and at Hotel Tigli
Horse Riding
ASD Club Ippico Euratom
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Designer Shopping
150 stores 45 minutes from Angera in the province of Novara. Designer Brands include – Adidas, Puma, Vans, Colmar, Armani and Missoni
Milano Quadrilatero d'Oro
The Golden Rectangle of Fashion - Milan's fashion district in via Monte Napoleone, via Manzoni, via della Spiga and corso Venezia +-60 minutes train to Milan (Garibaldi or Centrale) from Sesto Calende then metro to Montenapoleone.
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
Recommended Restaurants
Pizzeria Damino
Bottega 5
Osteria Melograno
Miralago Pizza & Cucina
Nettare di Giuggiole
Ristorante Delfino Blu
Bar Aquarama
In Tourist Season it is advised to book well in advance as most restaurants fill up quickly
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