A chic city retreat in the heart of Lugano. This 2nd floor, 2 bedroom, flat sleeps 6 people and is the perfect choice for either a family holiday or a working trip to the beautiful city of Lugano on the shores of the Lago di Lugano. The wooden-floored, air-conditioned apartment is laid out around a large entrance hall. The living room has a picture window and a glass door, leading onto a balcony, overlooking the street. There is a comfortable sofa (which converts into a double bed), a large Smart TV and a contemporary dining table with 6 chairs. It is really a home-away-from-home. The modern, stylish kitchen is fully equipped with an induction hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, freezer and a Nespresso machine. A large glass door leads out onto another balcony. Sleeping Bedroom 1: The bright master bedroom has a comfortable double bed, stylish storage, and a large desk and chair, which can be used as a workstation. Bedroom 2: A sunny room with a large window and 2 single beds, good storage Extra: The sofa in the living room converts into a double bed. Bathrooms Bathroom 1: An en suite bathroom for bedroom 1. This slate-tiled bathroom has a glass shower, large basin and WC. Bathroom 2: A separate bathroom with a glass shower, large basin, bidet and WC. Additional • Free Wifi • Central heating • Washing machine & dryer • Laptop friendly workspace • Hairdryer • 2 Paid Parking spots in front of the building at 30 CHF/Day (subject to availability and request) • Child-friendly • Elderly friendly • Slightly noisy • Air-conditioning Please note that there is a lively bar right below the apartment building. Location The apartment is situated in the middle of Lugano, just a 5-minute walk from the lakeside and 8 minutes from the central square, the Piazza della Riforma. In the Italian-speaking, Ticino canton of Switzerland, the city of Lugano is well known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning natural setting. On the banks of the Lago di Lugano, the waterfront walk is not to be missed. Or take a day trip out on the lake, to really appreciate the magnificent scenery. Back on land, Lugano is home to a wide variety of museums, including the Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland (MASI), just a 5-minute walk from the apartment, one of Switzerland’s most popular cultural centres. The Renaissance cathedral of San Lorenzo (10 mins walk) is known for its splendid architecture inside and out. For magnificent views out over the city, lakes and mountains head for the funicular railway up to Monte San Salvatore (25 mins walk). The closest international airports are in Italy - Milan Malpensa 1 hour and 10 minutes away by car, or Milan Linate, a 1 hour and 20 minute journey. Arriving by train? Lugano’s railway station is a 12 minute walk from the apartment.