Enchanting places

If you rent a villa in and around Stresa, there are many places to swim: Lido di Carciano, Lido Blu, with many services on offer which make it perfect for families, the beach next to Villa Pallavicino, and the Regina beach.

The archipelago consists of Isola Bella, home to the 17th-century Borromeo Palace and magnificent gardens, the picturesque Isola dei Pescatori, with its old houses and narrow lanes, and Isola Madre, with its rich garden of rare and exotic plants.

The splendid 19th-century neoclassical villa stands on top of the hill, surrounded by an immense park, a peaceful oasis where fauna and flora live in harmony. Besides the vast botanical heritage, the park is also home to more than 50 species of mammals and birds.

The town of Stresa and Lake Maggiore offer activities for all ages to enjoy and move around, and discover this beautiful region. Between the lake, trails, mountains, parks, and the many other attractions, families renting a villa in Stresa have endless opportunities to enjoy some quality time together.

Created to become one of the best botanical complexes in the world, the Villa Taranto Gardens are home to thousands of plants imported from all over the world and extremely rare collections, some of which unique in Europe. All the different species are skillfully arranged in a setting of rare beauty.

While visiting Lake Maggiore, you can choose whether to take advantage of the many services offered by the many boats crossing the lake and spend some relaxing times on the water, or explore one of the many historical and nature trails, each with spectacular views. Among the most enchanting vistas, the one from the summit of Mottarone is highly recommended.

Stresa and Lake Maggiore are the ideal destination for those who love outdoor activities and sports: mountain-biking, hiking, climbing, water sports, swimming, golf, tennis, skating, as well as hang gliding, paragliding, and ultralight flying. If you love an active holiday, here you have everything!