Family-run guest house in Lesa, on Lake Maggiore, with garden, free private parking and air-conditioned rooms just steps from the lakefront and the Borromean Islands.
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Gio Leo Guest House is a family-run guest house located in Lesa, on the Piedmont shore of Lake Maggiore, about 11 km from the Borromean Islands. The property features a well-kept garden and free private parking, ideal for those travelling by car who want to move around comfortably along the lake shores.
The five rooms, all air-conditioned and soundproofed, share a large double bed, a private bathroom with shower and bidet, a flat-screen TV and a fridge; some overlook the inner garden, while others offer variations such as a King-size bed or a dedicated private bathroom. It’s a solution designed mainly for couples, who indeed greatly appreciate the guest house’s location.
Lesa’s centre, with restaurants just steps away (La Vecchia Scuola is only 30 metres away), lets you dine without moving the car, while the lake and the area’s main attractions, from the Gardens of Villa Taranto to the Rocca di Angera, remain easily reachable in a few minutes by car. WiFi is free throughout the property.
The five rooms at Gio Leo Guest House share air conditioning, soundproofed walls and a private bathroom with shower and bidet, plus a flat-screen TV and fridge. The bed is always a large double, suited to couples looking for rest away from outside noise.
The differences between room types mainly concern the size and a few distinctive details: from the 20 sqm of the Double Room and the King Room up to the 27 sqm of the Double/Twin Room, the Deluxe version with garden view and the room with dedicated private bathroom. All rooms are on the upper floors, reachable only by stairs, and offer views over the property’s inner garden greenery.
Among the largest in the property at 27 sqm, this air-conditioned and soundproofed room offers a private bathroom with shower and bidet. The flexible layout makes it suitable both for those who want a double bed and for those who prefer two single beds side by side.
More compact than the other room types at 20 sqm, this double room still offers a full private bathroom with complimentary bathrobe and toiletries, plus a relaxing view over the property’s garden.
Identical in size to the Double Room but designed for those looking for a King-size bed, this air-conditioned room has a private bathroom with shower and bidet and a spacious wardrobe for extended stays.
Deluxe version of the 27 sqm double/twin room, distinguished from the others by its direct and more refined view over the property’s garden, ideal for those who want to enjoy a few moments of outdoor relaxation.
With the same 27 sqm size as the other larger rooms, this room type puts the emphasis on the private bathroom, equipped with shower and bidet, in an air-conditioned environment fully soundproofed from outside noise.
Gio Leo Guest House provides guests with a private garden and free on-site parking, convenient for those arriving by car along the shores of Lake Maggiore. WiFi is free throughout the property, as is heating and air conditioning in the rooms, all of which are soundproofed and non-smoking.
The rooms feature details designed for comfort: private bathroom with bathtub or shower, bidet, bathrobe and complimentary toiletries, plus hair dryer, wardrobe and fridge. The property is equipped with outdoor CCTV cameras and fire extinguishers, while pets are allowed on request, with a possible surcharge. Please note that the rooms are reachable only by stairs, as there is no lift.
Gio Leo Guest House is located in the heart of Lesa, a small village on Lake Maggiore in the province of Novara, Piedmont. The area is residential and quiet, just steps from the lakefront and the village’s historic centre, with restaurants reachable on foot in a few minutes: La Vecchia Scuola is just 30 metres away, while Da Gió is 50 metres from the property.
For those travelling without a car, Lesa railway station is about 1.2 km away, while Meina station is 2.7 km away; Milan Malpensa Airport is reachable in about 22 km, a convenient option for those arriving from abroad. The Borromean Islands, among the most visited destinations on Lake Maggiore, are about 11 km away, while the centre of Stresa and the Botanical Gardens of Villa Taranto are about 12 km away.
There’s no shortage of things to do nearby: the Rocca di Angera, an imposing medieval fortress, is about 5 km away, while Villa Pallavicino Park, with its nature trails and free-roaming animals, is about 6 km away. In summer the lake is perfect for walks along the shores and boat trips to the islands, while in winter the area offers a more intimate atmosphere, ideal for relaxing weekends away from city chaos. Nature lovers can also visit the Bruschera Oasis, about 6.5 km away, a protected wetland area along the lake shores.
Reviews particularly praise the cleanliness (9.9) and comfort (9.8) of the rooms, along with the hospitality of the staff (9.4). The value for money also receives very high marks (9.6). The location scores well (9.0), while the WiFi, though free, receives the most modest rating (8.3).
Yes, Gio Leo Guest House allows pets on request, with a possible surcharge payable by the guest.
Yes, Gio Leo Guest House provides free private parking directly on site.
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Yes, Gio Leo Guest House is about 11 km from the Borromean Islands, one of the most visited destinations on Lake Maggiore.
Yes, all rooms at Gio Leo Guest House are air-conditioned and have soundproofed walls.
No, the rooms at Gio Leo Guest House are located on the upper floors and are reachable only by stairs.
Yes, Gio Leo Guest House offers free WiFi throughout the property.
