Ca’ Gina Panoramica – Monte Brè

About this listing

Discover Lake Lugano from the heights of Monte Bre at this lake-view balcony apartment for 4!

Perfect for a small group, couples or family, this tranquil 2-bedroom retreat is equipped with every modern comfort to ensure your holiday is a serene escape. The first-floor apartment features a contemporary interior, complete with open-air dining to make the most of its sun-washed hillside location.

Inside, the living room’s large windows invite in the refreshing natural light, perfect for relaxing on the cosy sofas alongside a Smart TV. Next to it, a dining table is set to enjoy homemade meals at leisure. The apartment’s fully equipped kitchen features a suite of amenities, including a Nespresso machine, dishwasher, microwave, oven, toaster, and a fridge with freezer.

Sleeping

Bedroom 1: A lake-view bedroom furnished with a double bed and a wardrobe
Bedroom 2: A splendid double bedroom with 2 single beds and a wardrobe

Bathroom

Bathroom 1: The full bathroom features a bathtub with shower and WC.

Additional

• Free Wi-Fi • Pets not permitted • Hairdryer • Open-air dining • Private Parking • Smart TV • Central Heating

Please note that it is recommended to do shopping before arriving at the rental as there are no supermarkets in Bre.

Location

The property is located on a side street in a quiet location in the village of Brè, which is 800 m above sea level and is one of the sunniest villages in Ticino. However, guests are not very far from the city’s amenities, the bus n° 12 connects Brè to the centre of Lugano every 30 minutes. With the Monte Brè Funicular, you can reach Cassarate with runs every 30 minutes.

In the village, there are two restaurants, Salotto BRÈ Restaurant in the town centre and Grotto Castagneto located in the woods. During the opening hours of the funicular, there are also two other nice restaurants with panoramic terraces: Vetta Restaurant and Osteria Funicolare at the Vetta del Monte Brè, which can be reached in approx. 30 minutes walk from the village.

There are also countless possibilities for walks and excursions in the area as Monte Boglia is 2.5 hours, Gandria is 1.5 hours, Cureggia is 40 minutes and the descent to Lugano is 2 hours. The village of Brè is also known for its artistic furniture in the core of the village with 20 works of art by international artists. In the church of San Simone and San Fedele, you can admire the frescoes by Joseph Birò, a famous Hungarian artist.

The nearest shops are at the foot of the mountain, in Cassarate (Migros) and Viganello (Coop, Denner, Aldi and Lidl). In 30 minutes by car, you reach Porlezza (Italy) with a variety of shops. The nearest airport is Lugano Airport (a 30-minute drive) and the closest international airport is Milan Malpensa, about a 1-hour and 20-minute drive.