Family-run guest house in Borgomanero, between Lake Orta and the hills of the Novara area, with garden, terrace and free private parking included.
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Carrera Living is a family-run guest house located in Borgomanero, Piedmont, just a few kilometres from Lake Orta. The entirely non-smoking property features a garden, a terrace and free private parking, making it suitable for those seeking a quiet stay away from city traffic yet close to the area’s main points of interest.
The rooms, air-conditioned and equipped with a desk, coffee machine, refrigerator, microwave and safe, differ in size and outlook: some offer a balcony with mountain views, while others overlook the inner garden. A private bathroom with bidet, flat-screen TV and electric kettle are featured in every room type, while the largest room is designed to accommodate families of up to four people.
The location is convenient both for couples, as confirmed by guest reviews, and for those wishing to explore the surrounding area: Lake Orta, the Sacro Monte and Malpensa Airport can all be reached within a short time, making Carrera Living a good base for a stay in the Novara area.
Carrera Living offers three room types, all air-conditioned and equipped with a private bathroom with bidet, flat-screen TV with streaming services, coffee machine and electric kettle. The rooms also share practical details such as provided bed linen and towels, a desk and a safe, designed to make the stay self-sufficient and comfortable for both short and long periods.
What sets the three options apart is mainly the size and outlook: the two Double/Twin Rooms, of 19 and 25 square metres, have a balcony with mountain views, while the Family Room, the largest at 39 square metres, overlooks the inner garden and can accommodate up to four people thanks to the French double bed combined with a sofa bed. The latter is also the only room with a private entrance and a walk-in shower.
The most compact of the double rooms, at 19 square metres, offers air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a balcony overlooking the mountains, ideal for an essential yet comfortable stay as a couple.
Larger than the first double room, with 25 square metres available, it retains the same panoramic mountain view from the private balcony, offering a few extra metres to move around comfortably.
The most spacious option in the property, with 39 square metres and room for up to four people, overlooks the garden and is the only one with a private entrance and a walk-in shower with bidet, in addition to the sofa bed that makes it suitable for families.
Carrera Living offers guests a garden, a terrace and free private parking, features that favour a relaxed stay away from traffic. The property is entirely non-smoking and has free WiFi, a safe and heating throughout.
Each room is equipped with air conditioning, a private bathroom with shower or bathtub, a hairdryer and free toiletries. There is also equipment for preparing hot drinks, with a coffee machine and electric kettle, as well as a refrigerator and microwave oven useful for those wanting greater independence during their stay.
For entertainment, the rooms offer flat-screen TVs with streaming services such as Netflix and an internet connection. The availability of family rooms makes the property suitable for those travelling with children, while the private entrance of some rooms ensures greater privacy for guests.
Carrera Living is located in a residential area of Borgomanero, a town in the Novara area that serves as a gateway to Lake Orta and the surrounding hills. The neighbourhood, quiet and mostly residential, allows guests to reach the town centre and its amenities on foot, while still maintaining a relaxed setting away from the main traffic.
The property is about 200 metres from the Da Paniga restaurant and 250 metres from the Pizza Sprint pizzeria, both convenient for evening meals. Borgomanero train station is 1.9 km away, while Gozzano station is 4.8 km away. Lake Orta can be reached in about 3 km, and the Sacro Monte di Orta, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is 10 km away. Milan Malpensa Airport is about 21-34 km away depending on the route, while Milan Linate and Turin Airport are further away, over 68 km.
Those staying at Carrera Living can spend their days exploring Lake Orta, with the charming village of Orta San Giulio and the island of San Giulio, or head towards the Sanctuary of Boca, about 4.4 km away, set amid green hills. Nature lovers can visit the Parco dei Lagoni di Mercurago, a nature reserve about 9.5 km away, while those seeking mountain air can reach the Passo Cremosina, 8 km away, a starting point for walks and hikes. In summer the lake offers walks along the shore and boat trips, while in autumn the surrounding hills provide particularly striking autumn scenery for those who enjoy walking.
Guests particularly praise the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, both rated over 9.7, along with the friendliness of the staff. The value for money is also good. The location, while appreciated by couples, receives a slightly lower score than the other categories.
No, Carrera Living does not allow pets on the property.
Yes, Carrera Living offers free private parking on site, convenient for guests arriving by car.
Carrera Living is about 3.1 km from Lake Orta, reachable in just a few minutes by car.
Yes, Carrera Living provides guests with free WiFi throughout the property.
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Yes, Carrera Living has a 39 square metre family room with a sofa bed, suitable for accommodating up to four people.
Carrera Living is about 21-34 km from Milan Malpensa Airport, reachable by car in about half an hour.
