DRAGONFLY VILLA LIBELLULA
Bed & Breakfast Angera
ABOUT
Dragonfly Villa 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 ten minute walk to the ferry terminal and beaches. The original Lombardy Villa has been extensively renovated and updated and has two units: Appartamento Blu is a 120msq three bedroom apartment and Camera Bianca is a double room with private bathroom. If you take both units 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.
OUR SERVICES
Prime Location
The Dragonfly Villa is 250m from the main village with two banks, a pharmacy, Incoop supermarket, bars and restaurants
It is a pleasant 750m stroll to the beaches and ferry point
Airport Shuttle
Collections to and from Malpensa Airport can be arranged
Collections from Sesto Calende and other train stations can also be arranged
Coffee Machine
Enjoy Italian coffee in both the Appartamento Blu and Camera Bianca with the Nespresso coffee machines and complimentary coffee pods provided
Fitted kitchen
Appartamento Blu has a fully fitted kitchen and a washing machine.
Camera Bianca has a fridge, microwave, Airfryer, sandwich griller, toaster and kettle.
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
Balcony
Both Appartamento Blu and Camera Bianca have large balconies where you can sit and enjoy the views of the castle, the garden and local neighbourhood
Smart TV
Appartamento Blu has a
65" Smart TV
and the Camera Bianca has a 55" Smart TV
Vegetable garden
Guests are welcome to pick fresh vegetables and herbs in the vegetable and herb garden when available
Barbecue
The barbecue is at your disposal
We have charcoal and firelighters
ask in the studio
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 - and the train may be the quicker option. We can advise you on your choices.
Free Wifi
There is fast free wifi available throughout the property
Baby bath on request
Baby bath and cot free of charge
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
Public Beaches
There are lots of little beaches along the shoreline but main beaches are the Angera Spiaggia Comunale and
Lakefront Angera
Spiaggia del Sasso Cavallazzo at Ranco
Recommended Destinations
Santa Caterina Hermitage,
Borromean Islands,
Mottarone Cable Car,
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
Cultural Sites
Rocca di Borromeo
Collosus of Carlo Borromeo in Arona
Santuario della Madonna della Riva
Oratorio S. Filippo Neri
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
Markets
Village Market -Thursday morning, lungoglago di Angera
Antique market in the summer
- dates to be advised
Boat Hire
Boat Rent Italy, Angera,
365SAIL, Angera,
BBs E Bike Tours & Hire
We offer local ebike tours in surrounding farmlands and lake cycle paths. Various ebikes can be hired
Horse Riding
ASD Club Ippico Euratom
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 (+-40 minutes by train from Sesto or +-60 minutes drive)
Recommended Restaurants
Bohemian Rhapsody
Pizzeria Damino
Osteria Melograno
Miralago Pizza & Cucina
Hotel Ristorante Lido di Angera
Nettare di Giuggiole
Bar Haiti
In Tourist Season it is advised to book well in advance as most restaurants fill up quickly
