Italian Alps self catering accommodation
Live the Alpine dolce vita from a beautiful mountain house with views to die for. Sit back, switch off & soak in the breathtaking Engadine valley from your very own balcony.
Italian Alps Lake Como St. Moritz Medieval villages Wildlife Three of the largest National parks in the Alps within easy reach Optional: walking, skiing, canoeing, swimming, Crotti (cave) restaurants, ice climbing, sleigh rides (in winter)
Price
€600To€1500 per week (sleeps 6)
Location
Engadina Valley, Lombardy, Italian AlpsSee map here
Reviews
More info
The house sleeps 6 people and is rented from Saturday to Saturday, however there is some flexibility outside peak periods.
Description of Italian Alps self catering accommodation
Map
Travel guides
Discover la via e bella as you peruse our Italy walking travel guide.
Our travel guide will make you think twice about the mountains, and consider exploring other areas of Italy, too.
Vacation information
Our top tip:
If hiring a car, consider a smaller vehicle which is better suited to the narrow mountain roads.
Room description:
1 double, 2 twins (sleeps 6) set in a beautifully restored 300 year-old farmhouse.
Ameneties
Bathroom, sitting room, balcony, kitchen (& utensils), log fire, washing machine etc. Family-friendly.
Meals:
Self catering but in-house cooking can be arranged at a fee. Hypermarket and local deli's are easily accessible as are some fantastic local restaurants!
No Snow?
the property is in a mountain village of Pianazzola which has about 50 houses in it and you will find more goats and chickens living there than snow cannons! People who come to stay here are generally looking for a winter vacation rather than specifically a skiing vacation, they will go winter walking, snow shoeing, etc. Natural snow falls from the beginning of December through to the end of March.
Renewable energy:
The electricity used is generated from a local hydro-electric scheme.
Reviews
2 Reviews of Italian Alps self catering accommodation
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 06 Aug 2024 by Richard Skinner
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Coming back to the house after a day exploring and sitting on the balcony with the most amazing views will live with us for a long time. The house is in a small village, 50 houses or so perched on the side of a mountain with amazing views up and down the mountain. Lake Como, our walk in Switzerland and the hike up to the next village were great.
2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
The house is kitted out with every thing you need for self catering, but if you don't fancy another drive down to Chiavenna in the valley in the evening the only restaurant in the village (in the old school) served excellent food with stunning views.
3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
We were encouraged to purchase from local shops rather than the super market, the house had been refurnished using local trades people and the electricity can from a a hydro electric plant.
4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Our stay was wonderful. The house has been recently refurbished to a very high standard, the views were fantastic and you really felt like you were part of a small village in Italy. Location wise it was close to Lake Como and Switzerland and it was possible to drive back to the UK in a day without a very early start.
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2019 by Janet Morris
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
The views from the house were absolutely breathtaking. Sipping coffee on the balcony and soaking up the beauty of the mountains and the valley below was good for the soul.
2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
A car is really essential and a good pair of walking shoes.
3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes.
4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Absolutely excellent. Best vacation we’ve had. A real authentic Italian village experience. One evening a group of locals had a sing song sitting outside their houses. Glorious melodies and harmonies drifting down the valley was an incredibly special experience. They even waved for us to come and join in!! The house is comfortable and very well equipped, with some nice homely featuressuch as board games. Even the sofa bed is comfortable! Easy to reach the stunning Lake Como, impressive waterfalls and St. Moritz.
Responsible Travel
As the pioneers of responsible tourism, we've screened this (and every) vacation so that you can travel knowing we've worked to maximise the benefits of your vacation to local people and places, and minimise any negative impacts.
Planet
With the help of local craftsmen, we have restored a traditional mountain home on the Swiss-Italian border. The walls are several feet thick and we even have granite slabs on our roof instead of tiles, however we also have double glazed windows, electricity from hydroelectricity and one of the most modern stoves available that uses recycled paper pellets to heat the house. We are the only guest house in the village and as well as buying and restoring the house, we employ local people to clean look after the house. Close to us are some of the largest National Parks in the Alps for you to enjoy. We will give you information to help get to know the mountains and the National Parks better: on our website and in the house. You can also visit the visitor centers of the parks and get involved in activities such as guided walks. We will help you to reduce your impact on the local area. To conserve water, you’ll find a shower (a good one!) in the house rather than a bath and toilets with reduced water flush. Split waste disposal is available in bins at the entrance to the village (paper, plastic, cardboard, glass) and further split waste disposal (organic, metal) is available 6 days a week in the local town. Our accommodation provides self catering vacation home in the Alps that allows you to relax and enjoy a responsible approach to vacationing.People
The builders and craftsmen who renovated the house live in Pianazzola and used local suppliers to restore the stone walls, rebuild the wooden balcony and replace the roof. The house is cleaned by Pina, who lives a few miles away in Chiavenna. Most of the income received from visitors will pass into the local community. We have written a detailed guide to the area on our website to encourage guests to explore (and spend) in the area.Popular similar vacations
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