The pearl of Lake Como

Bellagio

Cobbled alleys, boutique shops and postcard views where the two branches of the lake meet. It gets busy, but a coffee on the waterfront still makes it worth the trip.

18 min drive from Nesso

Colourful cliffside charm

Varenna

Pastel houses stacked above the water and a lakeside path that hugs the rocks. It sits on the eastern shore, so plan a bit of extra time to get there.

20 min drive + ferry from Nesso

The gateway city

Como

A proper city on the lake, with a marble cathedral, a lively centro storico, and a funicular up to Brunate for the view over it all.

20 min drive from Nesso

Mountains meet the lake

Lecco

Less touristy, more local. Sitting under the jagged Grigna peaks, it's the spot for a proper Italian passeggiata without the crowds.

40 min drive from Nesso

Our home on the lake

Nesso

A tiny fishing village built around a waterfall and a Roman bridge. This is where we're based, close enough to everything, quiet enough to actually relax.