7 Best Lake Como Airbnbs for Vacationing Like a Celebrity (2025)

This Scandi-inspired duplex feels more like a modern mountain chalet than a lakeside villa thanks to its bare wood walls and oversized picture windows. The clean lines and minimalist aesthetic allow the property to speak for itself, and with a private lawn, pool, outdoor dining area, and mountain views, you won’t even mind that you’re not right on the lake. The five-bedroom home sleeps a total of twelve guests making this a great option for a group of friends—although we wouldn’t recommend it for families due to the lack of cribs, high chairs, and general childproofing. Near the town of Colico, on the northern end of Lake Como, you’re just a five-minute drive from the lake, cafes, and restaurants. From $5,746 for seven nights, with a week minimum.

Perks: Lake access, terrace with outdoor furniture and a hammock,

It might be in Italy, not Greece, but scenes of Mamma Mia! might come to mind when you see the long stone staircase that leads to Villa Giuditta Pasta, a villa dating back to the 13th century. The villa was purchased in the early 1800s by Italian soprano Giuditta Pasta, from which it gets its name. This one-bedroom Airbnb is on the ground floor of the villa and showcases the building’s original soaring stone arches and curved ceilings that evoke an ancient grotto. A lovely, landscaped terrace has plenty of sun loungers to go around and direct access to the lake, should you fancy a swim or arrive with your boat. For town access, Villa Giuditta Pasta is only five kilometers from the town of Como. From $1,039 for two nights, with a two-night minimum.

Perks: Lake views, balcony and terrace, indoor fireplace and outdoor firepit, outdoor shower

This 18th century home is perched in the hills above the lake near the small village of Nobiallo. There are nearly 170 steps leading up to the home, so keep that in mind when packing your bags! Those who make the climb will be charmed by the privacy of the home and its blend of rustic and refinement with stone walls, exposed wooden ceilings, modern minimalist furnishings, with some added romantic touches like a clawfoot tub, a fireplace, and outdoor shower. A small upstairs balcony and a larger ground level terrace is stocked with outdoor seating and an outdoor firepit. The owner keeps a goat on the property, for some added charm, but you’re not so far removed from city life—the larger town of Menaggio is only a few minutes away. From $923 per night, with a three-night minimum.

Perks: Terrace overlooking the lake, in a village center, bright and sunny, bidet

You can’t get much closer to the lake than at this sunny apartment in the center of the village of Carate Urio. Located on the ground floor of a 19th-century villa, the studio apartment is simple and modern, with minimal but tasteful furnishings. But the real reason you stay here is for the terrace, almost another room in itself, with a sun lounger and a small table for two. You’re so close to the lake you almost feel like you’re floating on its surface. From $1,090 for four nights, with a four-night minimum.