On the hillside of Cernobbio, a historic 1608 building, previously a Convent has been beautifully renovated and divided into 2 independent apartments. La Badessa, one of the apartments, is a beautifully situated lake-view retreat composed of 2 floors , connected by exterior stairs, offering an ideal balance of shared space and privacy for families or groups traveling together. . The town of Cernobbio with its ferry boat landing and Villa D'Este, Villa Erba is only 4 minutes away by car.

The lower floor features two elegant bedrooms with queen-size beds. One bedroom has an ensuite bathroom, while the second bedroom is served by a full bathroom just next door. The floor includes a tastefully designed living room with a working fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace just off the kitchen where guests can enjoy sweeping views of the lake.

The upper floor, accessed by an exterior staircase, includes a queen bedroom, a full bathroom, and a small room with bunk beds, perfect for children or additional guests. The bright, open-plan living area faces the lake and features a dining area, and comfortable living room. Just outside, a beautiful balcony offers breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains.

With its refined interiors, stunning scenery, and peaceful setting, La Badessa offers a sophisticated and relaxing retreat overlooking the lake.




There is AC, Bluetooth home sound system, Wifi, onsite parking.



The stunning views from every corner of the house are due to its position on the hillside of Cernobbio. The road to access the house at the last 30 meters is steep and at one point narrow. We highly recommend If you are coming by car to get an automatic car for ease especially if you are not comfortable driving a manual.

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-As of June 1, 2023 a tourist tax of €3/person/night for all persons above the age of 12 years old needs to be collected upon arrival for the first 7 nights of the reservation. This is in effect from January 1st until December 31st.