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Welcome & be well at the Splendid View Apartment with Terrace @Como Lake Perledo Hosted by Alina Tyszkiewicz be.well_italy

PAGINA 1 Welcome from your Host, Alina I am extremely happy you have chosen the beautiful area of Como Lake to experience unforgettable moments at this truly magic place. I, myself, am in love with the COMO LAKE area. As much as I have travelled the world, I admit: THAT is the most magnificent place to be. Views are splendid, changing every single moment, every season and every time are spectacular. Italian architecture, culture, elegance, design and obviously love for wine and food make the place extravagant, romantic and unique! In this booklet I tried to capture the most important information to facilitate your stay. I also share with you my suggestions what to see, what to do and where to eat well, based on my experience. I picked up the top places and venues I would love you to experience and enjoy the Italian ‘La Dolce Vita’, as much as I do. I am glad to host you in my apartment, that I have decorated in minimal style and equipped with attention to details to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. The concept is to capture the beauty of the surrounding and enjoy it fully, so you do not miss the modern technology or TV Please, feel home, relax and be with the amazing picturesque views. I am at your disposal for more personalized recommendations. Upon my availability I am also happy to offer yoga classes at the comfort of your terrace or in the nature, combined with a trekking. Have great moments and be well. Alina For some inspiration follow: be.well_italyWebsite bewellmoments

PAGINA 2 Directions How to get to the Splendid View Apartment with the Private Terrace in Perledo Varenna Perledo, Le Tarazze residence

PAGINA 3 Address: ITALY, Perledo, Via per Bologna 6. Apartment 2. Residence Le Tarazze. Perledo is +/-5 km above Varenna, up the hill. Please note the roads are narrow. Plan your trip to Varenna/ Perledo Airports:Milano Malpensa, Milano Linate, Bergamo Getting to Varenna options: By train:1h by train from Milano Centrale, or Bergamo Stazione (via Lecco) Milano Centrale - Varenna Esino Bergamo- Lecco - Varenna Esino Direction: Sondrio or Tirano Tickets: www.omio.itFrom Varenna Esino station to apartment: take a taxi or a local bus (see taxi contacts) By boat:Ferry, public navigation, through the route Lecco-Bellagio - Menaggio to Varenna. Then drive up to Perledo and following the instructions ‘from Varenna to Perledo’. By car: Note: while renting a car, I highly suggest to rent a smaller car, as the roads are narrow as well as the parking spaces in Italy are designed for smaller cars. Driving from Milano or Bergamo follow to Lecco and then drive along SS36 towards Sondrio. Take the exit in Bellano and go towards Varenna and then up the hill to Perledo. If you want to avoid highway and tunnels, I recommend you to take a more picturesque road alongside the lake.

PAGINA 4 When you are on the way to Sondrio, just after the tunnel in Lecco, take the exit Uscita Abbadia Lariana/Mandello/Varenna and proceed until Varenna. In Varenna follow the signs to Perledo. Uscita: Abbadia L.Driving from Sondrio/ Chiavenna/ Switzerland drive along SS36 towards Lecco/Milano, take the exit Bellano and proceed until Varenna, then turn left towards Perledo. In Varenna turn the road to Perledo, and follow it for another 5 km (drive carefully: lots of curves and sometimes quite narrow:-) When you reach Perledo village, you will see bar Milano on your right, keep driving up the road for another 3km, until you reach the crossing: Via per Bologna & Via per Esino.Turn left to the direction of Bologna. Drive few meters until you reach the residence, stop at the gate, nr 6. You have reached your destination! Perledo, Le Tarazze residence Varenna

PAGINA 5 Check in & Check out Self-check in procedure Check in time: from 16.00 Upon arrival at the via per Bologna 6, Follow the steps: 1. Open the gate: see the code panel and dial the code given via private massager. Use the gate to enter and exit the residence. 2. Enter the garage to the left and follow to the parking spot assigned to the apartment 2, the last one on the right side. Look for the note: Apartment 2 3. Open gently the gate door up. Keep the door down always after you park your car 4. On the left - light switch on/off panel and the key box. Please keep the light off while leaving the garage. 5. Get the keys to the apartment entering the code given in the private message. There are 2 keys: 1. for Apartment doors 2. to get to the spa and from the garage to the apartments (in case it’s closed) Proceed to apartment 2, floor 1 (by lift or stairs). Enjoy your stay!

PAGINA 6 Enter the place and just relax. Be. Enjoy fully the beauty of the surroundings and the breath-taking views. Realize, there is nothing more you may need in life . be home Alina

PAGINA 7 Check out procedure: Check out time: 10.00 Please, before leaving the apartment make the following check: 1. Please make sure to close the windows and doors. 2. Please switch off the air conditioning (see the picture) 3. Garbage: I kindly ask you to take the garbage outside (in front of the gate) - on Monday’s morning the service collects the bags. When checking out other day – just leave it in the app. 4. Glass bottles, if it is not a problem, please leave them in one of the green boxes on the way to Varenna (see the pic). It will be very helpful. Thank you. 5. Please leave the keys in the key box, located in the garage. Code to open: xxxx sent via messenger When you close the box, please move one of the numbers. Thank you for your stay!

PAGINA 8 Be home. House rules & instructionsWi-Fi: SSID: EOLO_100737 Password: DTBpFq4MeWater: Please note the tap water is drinkable and you do not need to buy water in plastic bottles, unless you prefer sparkling water. For safety you can heat the water in a kettle and then cool it down. To heat up the water switch on the air conditioning for 2h – see below instructions Air conditioning:The air conditioning is needed to be on for water heating and warming up in winter (1-2h). In summer time, switch it on ONLY to heat the water and then switch if off (for energy and environment) unless its really hot, use the cooling option. How to switch it on/ off? Open the wardrobe next to the bedroom door, and there is an energy panel. Lift the 2nd button (marked with a red dot) to switch it on. Then, see the control panel (next to the entrance door) and press the On button, first green and red lights on, wait few min until there is only green light on. Please switch it off anytime you don’t need it. Please do not touch any other buttons! Off On Press the green button. The light should be green in upper panel.

PAGINA 9 Be home. House rules & instructions Dish washing For small items use the grey mat to dry the cups/ plates. Dish washer machine:press the start and then select the program: ECO or multi dish for better wash. (marked red dots). Close the doors and it should start up. Washing machine:select a programme (Rapido for refreshment of the cloths, 30 min) and then press start followed by the => button. There are capsules available, put inside. 0000 TV: As the surrounding, the views and sunsets are so magnificent, there is no need to disturb the natural beauty and romance with TV. Nonetheless, I set it up for your comfort if needed . YouTube, Netflix are available. Silence: to respect residents the silence time is from 11PM to 8AM

PAGINA 10 Be home. Keep the place clean Floors: Please note, that the place, as it is located in the nature, when it is windy the floor may get easily dusted and leaves may be all around Please, if needed, use the sweeping brush or a vacuum cleaner (in the wardrobe opposite to the bathroom) Tables outside: Make sure to clean the tables outside, prior to having your meals as it gets dusted due to the wind and the greenery around Waste/ Garbage: At home, please collect the garbage: Basket under the sink for organic and the other basket for mix. waste. Plastic and glass may be collected in a separate bag. Garbage disposal: Garbage is collected at the entrance gate to the garage, only selected days: Monday morning: organic and mixedFriday morning: organic Please leave the bags outside in the night prior to the collection day. In case you check out other days, please leave the garbage bags in the apartment.0 Glass Bottles/ jars: There are green boxes in many places on the way from the residence to Varenna. Be so kind and take the glass bottles to the boxes (on your way down). It will be a great help. Thank you!

PAGINA 11 Be well. Spa zone for your well-being View from the SPA area. Day time and sun set.

PAGINA 12 SPA rulesThe SPA in the residence is a true benefit to enhance your experience and make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. The SPA area is located on the 4 floor. Please use the lift to 4th floor. Enter the door and the SPA is on the right hand side. Opening hours:10 AM – 10 PM SPA Booking system: for privacy and Hygiene there is a request to book the Spa area for an hour, in that case only persons from one apartment use the spa zone. Use the Paper booking pages and mark a time, name and ap nr. I suggest you do it upon arrival, book for a day or next 2 days. No glass and food please. Enjoy the facilities: • Inside heated pool with massage jets - operates all year around. • Sauna- steam room: operates all year around Steam room- special coins are needed to be obtained from the Coin exchange machine, at the entrance to the SPA to start up the steam sauna 1 coin = 1 Euro = 30 min (one time usage) It takes few minutes to heat up, @ 32’’ it’s already ok to get into sauna. 1.Get the coinCoin exchange machine 2. Select 1 for steam room Insert coin & press Start Press the button ON to start the sauna. Enjoy!!

PAGINA 13 Jacuzzi outsideOperates from Mid April- end October Book your time, separately (mark your time. 30 min, on the paper booking page) to enjoy the views. I suggest you choose the sunset time if only available View from the Jacuzzi outside in SPA zone

PAGINA 14 Enjoy Como Lake Where to go and what to do Villa Balbianella

PAGINA 15 Como Lake Few interesting factsComo Lake is very often stated as the most beautiful lake in Europe. It has 160km shoreline and is one of the deepest lakes (400m) in Europe, third the largest in Italy, following Lake Garda and Maggiore. It is glacier origin, prehistoric, formed 10K years ago! It has Y shape with Como & Lecco province, respectively West and East ‘legs’ and in north Colico, while in-between tiny Bellagio. The small towns of Bellagio, Menaggio, Varenna are situated at the intersection of the three branches of the lake creating a triangular and the ‘boat service’ operates regularly in between the villages. Isola Comacina is the only island in Lake Como, tiny, with one restaurant that is reachable by a boat service from Sala Comacina or private taxiboat www.comacina.it Lake Como has been a popular retreat for aristocrats and wealthy people since Roman times, and a very popular tourist attraction with many artistic and cultural gems. The lake is well known for the attractive villas and palaces (such as Villa Balbianello, Villa d’Este, Villa Serbelloni, or Villa Carlotta). Some of them, mainly Villa Balbianello has been filmed in some episodes of the Star Wars or James Bond, Casino Royal movies While Alessandro Manzoni, the famous Italian poet and novelist, wrote a famous novel: ‘’I Promessi Sposi’’ (Eng: The Betrothed ) (1840), that action takes place around the area of Como Lake and particularly Lecco.

PAGINA 16 What to do? There is so much to do in the area of Como Lake. I share only few ideas. In case you may have any particular interests, please let me know I will fine tune my suggestions. Visit Varenna- Piazza, main square with the medieval church Walk from the ferry port alongside the lake - Via di Amore (path of love) Stop for coffee/ aperitivo / ice cream (gelateria) in front of the lake. Wonderful for sunsets. Varenna Villa Monastero (see the link: https://youtu.be/Yv9rHkW54KA ) Varenna Villa Cipressi (beautiful place to stop for a cafe, lunch; visit the amazing gardens) View of Varenna from the lake. Take a ferry from Varenna to Bellagio or get a day pass and go around the lake Walk the path from the residence to Perledo village (20min), have coffee in the local bar Milano, visit the church and continue to the Castle Vezio and back home or continue further to Varenna for apperitivo in a cafe @ the lake. Come back by foot up the hill, or take a bus from the train station or taxi (16-18€ to the residence) Visit famous and beautiful Villas at Lago di Como: Villa Balbianello / Villa Carlotta / Villa Monastero Varenna / Villa Estere Visit the site for more information https://lakecomotravel.com/lake-como-villas/#map

PAGINA 17 Things to do Rent a bike and ride up the hill the Agueglio Path Take a ferry or rent a boat to visit the villas and enjoy the Como Lake Public Ferry scheduleBoat trip around the lake https://taxiboatvarenna.comhttps://varennarentaboat.com/routes-to-discover-lake-como/Points of interest around the lake:

PAGINA 18 Things to do Trekking:Take a trekking path from Perledo, Bologna (church) to Gisazio, Gittana, Agueglio or longer to San Defendente (check the maps available in the apartment). For more serious hiking start from Essino Lario; check the maps:-) Siamo Q

PAGINA 19 Things to do Shortcut to Perledo / Varenna There is an easy and enjoyable walking path, shortcut, from the apartment to Perledo village, that continues further to Varenna. From the residence turn right, walk 1 min up the road. Follow the signs to Perledo. At the crossing take the first path left Walk 1min until another crossing, take left Beautiful path in the forest, walk down Cross the streets keep walking down Continue or you may stop at Il Fonte bar. Follow the stairs down Visit church Perledo piazza: Market and bar Milano. For Varenna, search and follow the path to Varenna. Coming back search for signs to Perledo/ Bologna (or take a bus leaving from Perledo Bar Milano or Varenna Stazione (or taxi 

PAGINA 20 Things to do Beaches at Como LakePlease note that the Como Lake coast is rarely reachable for swimming and enjoying the beach. It is glacier origin, the water is pretty cold and the beaches stony. Nonetheless there are a few places that you can enjoy the beach and extremely clean and fresh water. Varenna 1. The hidden beach behind the hotel Royal Victoria - not so many people know it. Can be perfect to refresh and rest after the walk in the town. Just walk down the stairs that are next to the hotel Royal and you will find decent space to enjoy sun and/or a bath.. 2. In the medival city center. Just opposite the Il Molo Bar in Varenna (more just to refresh in a water) 3. “Spiaggia Bau Bau”, a beach also allowed for dogs. Driving from the apartment in Perledo, reach the crossing at the hotel Bennett, turn right in direction of Bellano, drive approx 500m and there is a tiny signage “Bau Bau spiaggia”.., there is a parking space in a proximity. 4. Riva di Gittana, further on, in direction of Bellano, there is tiny beach, with sun beds as well as small bar. www.inrivagittana.comLierna As only you have a car, you may also drive to Lierna there is a public beach Riva Bianca. After the beach I suggest to dine in restaurant Sottovento, close by there is a nice promanade to walk along the lake. Como As only you visit Como and want to experience a combination of a beach, sunbeds and the relaxing casual music bar, visit Giulietta al Lago: www.giuliettaallago.it

PAGINA 21 Eat and drink well My personal recommendations of the places to experience the Italian local, exquisite cuisine and wineLa Punta Restaurante, Bellagio

PAGINA 22 Restaurants & local barsIn the Como Lake area and Varenna there are many good restaurants to choose. Please note that some places in the area close from 1 Nov. till April and some are very busy in the season, thus it’s recommended check the availability prior and book a table. Most of the restaurants in Italy are open only for lunch and/ or dinner. Lunch: 12.30-14.20 & Dinner: 19.00-22.00 …….. Some of my favorites in Varenna and in the close area: Perledo Bologna, the restaurant, located in the village Bologna, few min. walking distance from the apartment. Crott del Melo (Carletto) Bologna di Perledo, Via per Campora 2 Booking necessary: +39 338 4033997 (speak to Carletto and refer to Alina) Menu of the day. Set price. November - May: only weekends Walking distance, 10min, from the residence: turn right, follow the road to the church, continue the narrow road in between the buildings until you reach the Crott del Melo on your left. Local bars Perledo Bar Milano Perledo (main square). Very traditional, great for cafe & brioche, apperitivo, snacks, they also prepare lunch and dinners: menu of the day. Affordable and relatively good quality. 20 min walking down from the apartment. Choose the outside terrace to embrace the lake view.Il Fonte Bistro, Perledo Coffee, drinks and dinners. 20 min walking down from the apartment

PAGINA 23 Restaurants & bars, VarennaVarenna Restaurant @ Hotel du Lac Gourmet restaurant with terrace facing the lake. Menu changes by season, elegant, perfect for a romantic lunch or dinner. Hotel Du Lac, Varenna, Via del Prestino, 11 Tel. +39 0341 830238 https://www.albergodulac.com/en/restaurant/Albergo del Sole Piazza San Giorgio 17, Varenna (In front if the Church) Albergo Del Sole Varenna - Como Lake Tel: +39 3334481490 / +393466158885 Pizza & italian cuisine. Good quality & service. Al Prato Ristorante Enoteca Varenna, Piazza Al Prato 6 +393487124389 Local food, good quality, seasonal selection and great wine choice. Osteria Quatro Pass Varenna, via XX Settembre 20, Www.quattropass.comTel: +39 0341815091 Local food, It’s not on the lake thus it’s more quiet and attentive. Closed Tuesdays Villa Cipressi Via IV Novembre 18, Varenna / Tel: +390341830113 Beautiful gardens, nice for a café in a bar to enjoy the atmosphere of the lake and spectacular garden. Currently they focus on events and weddings…

PAGINA 24 Restaurants & bars, VarennaRistorante Il CAVATAPPI Di Riccardo e GiuseppeVia XX Settembre 10, Varenna / +390341815349 Il Cavatappi (cavatappivarenna.it)Royal Hotel, Bar & RestaurantPiazza S. Giorgio 2, Varenna / +390341815111 Recommended for apperitivo in the Bar, overlooking the lake. La VISTA (At the Albergo Milano) Varenna, Via XX Settembre 35 www.varenna.netTel: +39 0341 830298 Email: [email protected] Restaurante with the tarrace on the lake, gourmet food, great for romantic dinner, for a sunset. Pricy. Operates till end October. Tuesdays closed. Bar Il Molo, on the coast, main touristic path, nonetheless, still perfect place for aperitivo at the sunset time. Open all year around. Walk first the Via di Amore and reach the place to enjoy the lake and the views.

PAGINA 25 Restaurants & bars, in close areaGittana Ristorante Il Caminetto (Di Moglia Moreno) Gittana di Perledo, Viale Progresso www.Ilcaminettoonline.com Tel: +390341815127 Local traditional food, cooking classes Bellano Ristorante La DarsenaBellano, Via Carlo Alberto 8 Tel: +393470410947 [email protected] Great local food, try Pizzoccheri or Gnocchi. Closed Mondays Biosio (above Bellano)Crotto di Biosio Just above Bellano (after the exit Bellano on the SS 36 strada that goes to Valsassina) www.biosio.it Tel: +39 0341821362 Great place, with lake view, local authentic cuisine, olive oil, home-made bread and pasta. Call for booking as it is usually busy, particularly weekends. Closed Mondays Bellagio La Punta Bellagio, via Eugenio Vitali 19 www.Ristorantelapunta.it Tel: +39031951888 Restaurant with panoramic view of the lake. Great food and serving. Specialty: lake fish. Take a ferry from Varenna

PAGINA 26 Restaurants & bars, in close areaLierna Ristorante SottoventoLierna, via Imbarcadero 3 www.Sottoventolierna.itTel: +39 0341740005 At the lake, great food, good place for events and a romantic dinner or lunch. Try risotto Sottovento! My favorite! Fiumelatte Hosteria del PlatanoFiumelatte, Via Statale 29 Hosteria Del Platano - Ristorante (business.site) Tel: +39 0341815215 Ristorante Crotto di PinoTrattoria tipica Pino sopra Fiumelatte (up the hill), Via Pino 23 Local, casual, great views. Closed Mondays www.Crottodipino.it Tel: +393383261526

PAGINA 27 Restaurants & bars, in close areaAbbadia LarianaBabadulac Via Nazionale 140 www.Babadulac.com Tel: +390341730966 Great pizza, casual dining. Closed Wednesdays ColicoConca Azzurra Albergo & Ristorante Via Piona 119, Olgiasca, Colico www.concazzurra-lakecomo.it Tel: +390341931984 Off the road, up the hill, overlooking the lake, a nice family run hotel and restaurant, offering local recipes and good service. Cernobbio few km north Como, recommended to dine after visiting Como Harry's Bar Piazza Risorgimento, 2, 22012 Cernobbio CO www.harrysbarcernobbio.it Tel: +39031512647 Elegant, local food with beautiful scenery of the lakeIsola Comacina Isola Comacina is the only island in Lake Como, tiny, with one restaurant that is reachable by a boat service from Sala Comacina or private taxiboat www.comacina.it

PAGINA 28 TransportationTaxiIt is required to call or send a message to book your ride. Lorenza: +39 3384441084 (speaks English): refer to Alina Rita: +39 3388554687 Stefano: +39 340 2568692 Train From / to Varenna Stazione. Varenna- Milano Centrale, 1h Varenna – Lecco, 25min Schedule: www.omio.comLocal Bus The bus stop is just few min from the residence (crossing: via per Bologna & via per Esino) Ruote from / to Esino Lario - Varenna stazione - Bellano stazione (Linea D21) The bus does not go often and schedule changes by season. Please check the latest time schedule (orario) at the bus stop or at the link: Orari stampabili in vigore | Lecco Trasporti www.leccotransporti.itRent a Bike: http://www.varenna-bike.it/en-gb/le-nostre-biciFerry www.navigazionelaghi.it Boats: Boat trip around the lake https://taxiboatvarenna.comhttps://varennarentaboat.com/routes-to-discover-lake-como/

PAGINA 29 Parking rules in Italia Yellow lines:only for inhabitants with the permition card. White line: free parking- usually for an hour Blue line: paid parking, search for a parking machine for payment

PAGINA 30 ShoppingGrocery shopping Market Perledo - the main square, small grocery shop, good for basic purchases. 20 min walk (5 min drive) from apartment Varenna – main square– opposite the church – delicatessen boutique shop, selected good quality products, home made pasta. Iperal Lierna 30 min drive. Very good veggie & fruit selection and quality EuroSpin Bellano 20 min drive. Discount Essalunga Lecco 40 min drive. Good for bigger shopping and fresh fish Colico Shopping Center 40 min drive, north the lake. MilanoTake a train from Varenna Essino to Milano Centrale (1h) From Milano Centrale metro to piazza Duomo Lecco: center, nice shops, bars and cafes Train from Varenna Essino to Lecco (25 min)

PAGINA 31 Useful links Como Lake Villas: https://mylakecomo.co/en/events/opening-villa-del-balbianello/Rent a Bike: http://www.varenna-bike.it/en-gb/le-nostre-biciBook a ticket Rome2rio: discover how to get anywherewww.omio.comLake by Boat: https://lakecomotravel.com/lake-como-villas/#maphttps://taxiboatvarenna.comhttps://varennarentaboat.com/routes-to-discover-lake-como/ Ferrywww.navigazionelaghi.it Local bus schedule Orari stampabili in vigore | Lecco Trasporti (Linea D21 Bellano-Esino) www.leccotransporti.it …………………… Contacts for emergency Ambulance: 118 Police: 113 Fire brigade: 115

PAGINA 32 View from Bar Il Molo, VarennaFollow: www.instagram.com/be.well_italy


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