A family-run bed and breakfast in Sarnico, with garden, views of Lake Iseo and air-conditioned rooms just steps from the historic centre.
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B&B La Forcella is a family-run property located in Sarnico, on the Bergamo shore of Lake Iseo, a short distance from the historic centre and the lakeside promenade. The garden with terrace and the view opening onto the mountains and the water make this address particularly popular with couples, who rate its location very highly.
The five accommodation types, ranging from double rooms to larger suites with independent entrance, all share air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, flat-screen TV and coffee machine; some add a balcony or patio with lake or garden views, while others are laid out over several separate rooms for those travelling in a group or with family.
Every morning a buffet breakfast with Italian options is served, while nearby it’s possible to rent bicycles and take part in lake activities such as canoeing and fishing. The area around Sarnico, between historic villages and nature reserves, is well suited to both romantic stays and days spent outdoors.
The rooms and suites at B&B La Forcella range from 17 to 70 square metres, suiting both those looking for a romantic pied-à-terre and those travelling with family or in a small group. All units have a private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, soundproofed walls, flat-screen TV and coffee machine, while several room types offer an independent entrance and views opening onto the lake, the garden or the mountains.
The range includes compact accommodations such as the Double Room with Balcony and Lake View, designed for two people, up to larger solutions such as the Suite with Lake View and the Suite with Terrace, laid out over several separate rooms and designed for families or groups of up to five people. The Junior Suite, with its own independent entrance, remains an interesting middle ground for those wanting more privacy without giving up the lake view.
The largest of the property’s accommodations, with 50 sqm spread across a living area, separate bedroom and bathroom with walk-in shower. The entrance is independent and the terrace looks directly onto the lake, offering its own outdoor space rare among the other room types.
A suite with an independent entrance and tiled flooring, designed for two people seeking more independence than the classic rooms offer. The bathroom is equipped with a shower and hairdryer, while the outlook is onto the lake.
A 22 sqm room, larger than its 17 sqm namesake, with independent entrance and terrace overlooking the lake. The extra-large double bed and private bathroom with shower complete an accommodation designed for two people.
A more compact, 17 sqm version of the double room with terrace: the same concept but smaller dimensions and a large double bed rather than an extra-large one. Private bathroom with shower and air conditioning are also included here.
The largest accommodation in the property, 70 sqm across two separate bedrooms plus a bathroom with shower, ideal for families or small groups of up to five people. A terrace with lake view, tiled flooring and independent entrance complete the picture.
B&B La Forcella offers guests a garden with sun terrace and free WiFi throughout the property, as well as free parking, handy for those arriving by car given that the area isn’t well served by public transport. The rooms, all air-conditioned and soundproofed, have independent entrances in several room types and views onto the lake, garden or mountains.
Outdoor sports enthusiasts will find horse riding, cycling, canoeing, windsurfing and fishing nearby, while a golf course is located within 3 km. Housekeeping is provided daily and breakfast can also be requested in the room.
The property is entirely non-smoking and offers family rooms, with heating and tiled or marble flooring in the common areas.
B&B La Forcella is located in a residential area of Sarnico, a village on the Bergamo shore of Lake Iseo known for its liberty-style lakeside promenade and historic shipyards. The property, without direct public transport links, is designed for those arriving by car and wishing to move easily between the town and the neighbouring lakeside villages.
The centre of Sarnico, with its restaurants and lakeside venues, can be reached on foot in a few minutes: Osteria Ol Pustesi is just 450 metres away, and Locanda Cascina Boneta 850 metres away. Paratico-Sarnico railway station, connecting to the Brescia-Iseo-Edolo line, is about 2 km away, while Bergamo-Orio al Serio Airport is just over 18 km away. For those travelling by car, Bergamo and its Teatro Donizetti are about 33 km away.
The surrounding area offers several places to visit: the Torre di Adro is about 6 km away, the Castello di Grumello with its wine estate about 9 km away, while the Torbiere del Sebino Nature Reserve, among the best-preserved wetlands in Lombardy, is less than 8 km away. In summer the lake is well suited to swimming, windsurfing and canoeing directly from the nearby beaches, while in the cooler seasons the trails towards Colle di San Fermo, about 6 km away, are ideal for hiking and cycling among vineyards and olive groves.
Guests particularly praise the location (9.3) and the quality of the free WiFi (9.8), also appreciated by the staff (9). Cleanliness and comfort receive good ratings, while general facilities and value for money remain solid but slightly more restrained in the overall assessment.
No, B&B La Forcella does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, B&B La Forcella offers free parking, particularly handy since the property isn’t served by public transport.
Yes, B&B La Forcella includes a buffet breakfast with Italian options, which can also be requested directly in the room.
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B&B La Forcella is located directly on the shores of Lake Iseo, with several rooms and the terrace overlooking the water.
Check-in at B&B La Forcella is possible from 15:30 to 22:00, while check-out must be completed between 08:00 and 10:30; guests are asked to communicate their arrival time in advance.
Yes, some room types at B&B La Forcella, such as the Suite with Lake View and the Junior Suite, allow extra beds to be added on request for a surcharge of €30 per person per night, subject to availability.
