“Golden Memories”: a little luxury in 1800's style…. not your ordinary holiday home! Open the door and step back in old times.... South-facing detached house with large private garden on the edge of Albavilla village. Romantic, and full of character, this is a jewel of a property, with exquisite period furnishings throughout, and offers a warm welcome to respectful lovers of good taste, and those who search for that little something “extra” in a holiday. Every corner of this spacious home oozes 19th-century charm, and is equipped to the highest standard. Outside, a spacious covered veranda with dining area, table and chairs, and a gas barbecue overlooks the beautiful English-style, 300-square-metre garden, which is in flower most of the year. There is a small pond, an impressive wrought-iron pergola with natural stone table and seats, and night-time illumination for those romantic al fresco dinners. Relax on the swing chair under the old beech tree, or lap up the sun on the wooden sunloungers.

I have travelled a lot around the world and in the various countries what we have most appreciated was the hospitality. And for this reason I welcone you with big pleasure hoping that you can enjoy your stay!

The house is situated in a quiet neighbourhood on the outskirts of the village, about 1 km from the centre. The area is rich in attractions of all kinds. The town of Albavilla is situated in the Larian triangle, about halfway between the western and eastern branches of Lake Como, a renowned and evocative lake, carved out of the foothills of the Alps and dotted with villas of great historical and architectural value. On the shores of Lake Como there are characteristic villages. Of particular naturalistic interest are the small lakes of Brianza, navigable only by rowing boats or electric boats. For those who love hiking in the mountains, there are an infinite number of paths of varying length and difficulty. The mountains above Lecco are particularly popular. The capital of Lombardy, Milan, and the historic town of Bergamo are an hour's drive. Finally, Como: The walk along the lake from Villa Geno to Villa Olmo, is fascinating. In the soric centre of the town you can find small restaurants for all tastes and excellent ice-cream and pastry shops, where you can buy the typical Como dessert, the "resta". At 15 km from our house there is the border between Italy and Switzerland.