Villa Monastero
What the experts agree on
Villa Monastero in Varenna showcases elegant gardens filled with exotic plants and statues overlooking Lake Como's dramatic mountains—a serene lakeside escape easily reached by ferry from Bellagio.
“By ferry from Bellagio it's a quick trip across the lake to Varenna.”
– Fodor's
"At Villa Monastero elegant balustrades and statues sit amid exotic shrubs; spiky yucca trees frame lake and mountain views." Full review
"The eclectic-style Villa Monastero in Varenna lodges a house museum surrounded by a lush garden with trees procured from all over the world"