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Off-grid floating unit with low environmental impact.

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8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Mountain view
    Mountain view

Explore the area

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PORTO CERESIO (Varese), PORTO CERESIO
  • Lake Lugano
    8 min walk
  • Parco Scherrer
    28 min drive
  • Parco Botanico San Grato
    28 min drive
  • Milan (MXP-Malpensa Intl.)
    60 min drive

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About the area

Porto Ceresio

At this houseboat you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Lake Lugano and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Parco Botanico San Grato. Highlights at this beachfront houseboat include free WiFi and a balcony. .This beach houseboat offers a garden and a water dispenser. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Porto Ceresio houseboat include Baptisterium Riva San Vitale and Fossil Museum Arzo.

What's nearby

  • Lake Lugano - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • FoxTown Factory Stores - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Swissminiatur - 19 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Casinò di Campione - 23 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Parco Scherrer - 28 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Induno Olona Station - 13 min drive
  • Porto Ceresio Station - 17 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Sorgente - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Barcaioli - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Al Battello - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Caffè-Bar Vecchio Teatro - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Oasi - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Off-grid floating unit with low environmental impact.

"In the stillness of the night
Botel and I float
in the moonlight.
And nothing interrupts this peace
between man and nature.
Thank you for showing us
how we might live
in an advanced future
with low environmental impact."
Arianna Dagnino (on tour for 'The Istanbul Quintet')
Botel is a floating unit that in some cases requires 'nautical footing'. You will experience immersion in nature and the magical lake atmosphere in a real pieds dans l'eau experience.
Your stay will be dictated by the timing of nature using only natural resources.
You will have a spacious living room with two sofa beds and glass windows in direct contact with the water.
A bedroom furnished with tatami+fouton to enhance the floating effect, a break corner, a bathroom with shower overlooking the lake.
There is a UV air sanitiser (Covid protocol).
Small pets are allowed on board.

Property manager

Gaetano - Botel Diffuso dei Laghi

Languages

English, French, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 18 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 646 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Wind energy

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: La struttura ha protezioni di tipo nautico.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses wind and solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses wind and solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number IT012113B47HDTH4QV, 012113-FOR-00001

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Off-grid floating unit with low environmental impact. ?

The closest beach to Off-grid floating unit with low environmental impact. is Lido di Campione (8.5 km).

Does Off-grid floating unit with low environmental impact. have a pool?

No, this houseboat doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Off-grid floating unit with low environmental impact. ?

No, Off-grid floating unit with low environmental impact. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Off-grid floating unit with low environmental impact. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Off-grid floating unit with low environmental impact. Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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Reviews

8/10 Good

MariePierre V., PARIS 12 FRANCE

Liked: Cleanliness
experience ecologique dans un endroit superbe
tres beau site et amenagement pour qui adore le bateau . un bel amenagement d'espace minimaliste avec des astuces ecolos mais un peu tributaire de l'agitation lacustre des vacanciers. Parfait pour une étape moins pour un long sejour.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024