Como cottages, Lake Como Holiday rentals - cottages & holiday homes to rent in Como
Como is the capital of the lake and is a chic international city that enjoys a wide selection of bars, cafes and restaurants as well as elegant boutique-lined streets and a fascinating historical centre.
As the capital, Como hosts many events throughout the year including concerts and various exhibitions at the famous palatial venues of Villa Olmo and nearby Villa Erba.
There are also plenty of outdoor activities....
- Watersports including sailing
- Golf
- Mountain biking
- Horse riding
| Key facts... | |
|---|---|
| Restaurants | 40+ |
| Beach | ✔ |
| Oudoor pool | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Ferry terminal | ✔ |
| Water parks | ✔ |
| Nearest airport | Milan Malpensa (59km) |
| Nearest train station | 3 stations in Como |
Featured holiday cottages in Como
As the capital of the region, Como offers a good mix of self catering accommodation from city centre apartments to quaint holiday cottages. Wherever you choose to stay, many of the holiday rentals are conveniently located so you are close to the local amenities and ferry terminal.
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Things to see and do around Como
| A few suggestions... | |
|---|---|
| Trek around the mountains of Lake Como for spectacular views | ✔ |
| Take a boat to Villa Cipressi in Varenna | ✔ |
| Visit the stunning gardens of Villa Carlotta | ✔ |
| A ferry ride to the stunning resort of Bellagio | ✔ |
| Lake Como’s iconic Villa del Balbianello | ✔ |
| Take a water taxi to Nesso and see the raging waterfall | ✔ |
| Explore the Castello di Vezio on the mountain top above Varenna | ✔ |
Our view on Como cottage holidays
Como is a great choice for renting a self catering cottage and to use it as a base for exploring the other beautiful resorts around Lake Como. It has the advantage of being a cosmopolitan capital packed with things to see and do and a great place to visit anytime of year.
