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4-star hotel in Pettenasco with a private beach on Lake Orta, seasonal outdoor pool, rooms with lake or mountain views and a wellness area with sauna and Turkish bath.

Independent holiday home in Pettenasco, on Lake Orta, with private balcony, equipped kitchen and free on-street parking, ideal for couples and small groups.
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Il Vicolino is a holiday home in Pettenasco, in Piedmont, overlooking a lane in the village and just steps from Lake Orta, with the Borromean Islands reachable in about 24 km. The accommodation features a private balcony and free WiFi, designed for those seeking the independence of a small lakeside apartment.
The house comprises a bedroom with a large double bed, a living room with a sofa bed, an equipped kitchen with oven, coffee machine, toaster and utensils, plus a bathroom with shower and toiletries. Bed linen and towels are provided, as are a washing machine and independent entrance, allowing guests to move around freely throughout their stay.
The location in Pettenasco is particularly appreciated by couples, who rate it 8.9 for a two-person stay. Osteria San Martino is just steps away, while the centre of Orta San Giulio and Sacro Monte can be reached in a few minutes by car. Milan Malpensa Airport is about 31 km away.

Il Vicolino offers a single accommodation option designed for up to four people: a 58-square-metre holiday home divided into a sleeping area, living room and independent kitchen. The bedroom features a large double bed, while the adjoining living room has a sofa bed that comfortably accommodates one extra guest or a small group wishing to share the same living space.
All areas share amenities designed for a self-catering stay: a private bathroom with shower and complimentary toiletries, a fully equipped kitchen with oven, coffee machine, toaster and utensils, a washing machine, and bed linen and towels included. The private balcony and independent entrance complete a versatile accommodation, suitable for both families and small groups of friends seeking freedom of movement just steps from Lake Orta.
The only type of accommodation available at Il Vicolino is a 58 sqm holiday home that occupies the entire unit, with a sleeping area separate from the living room. The bedroom features a large double bed, while the living room with sofa bed can accommodate an additional guest, for a total of four people. The private balcony overlooks the village lane, and the independent kitchen with oven, coffee machine and utensils allows guests to prepare meals independently throughout their stay.
Il Vicolino offers guests a range of comforts designed for an independent, worry-free stay. WiFi is free in all areas, while parking is available for free on the street near the accommodation. Pets are allowed, with a possible extra charge to be arranged directly with the property.
The interiors are heated and entirely non-smoking, with a private balcony and a high chair available on request for families with small children. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, toaster, electric kettle, coffee machine and utensils, as well as a washing machine for laundry. The private bathroom features a shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, while a TV with cable channels is available in the living room. Bed linen and towels are always included in the stay.
Il Vicolino is located on a quiet lane in the centre of Pettenasco, a small village on the eastern shore of Lake Orta, in Piedmont. The location in the heart of the village allows guests to reach shops, bars and restaurants on foot, while still enjoying a quiet, secluded setting away from the traffic on the main roads that run along the lake.
Pettenasco railway station is about 1 km away, while Orta-Miasino station is 4 km away, both connected to the line towards Novara and Domodossola. Milan Malpensa Airport is about 31 km away, a convenient option for those arriving by plane from outside the region. Lake Orta is practically on the doorstep, while the Borromean Islands on Lake Maggiore are about 24 km away by car.
Guests staying at Il Vicolino can spend their days exploring Sacro Monte di Orta, a UNESCO World Heritage complex of frescoed chapels about 3.6 km away, or strolling through the lanes of Orta San Giulio, one of Italy’s most charming villages. In summer the lake is ideal for swimming, rowing and boat trips to the Isola di San Giulio, while in cooler months the surrounding hills offer pleasant excursions. For those who enjoy artificial beaches, the Lido Beach Club in Baveno, on Lake Maggiore, is about 12 km away.
Guests especially reward the comfort (9.7) and staff helpfulness (9.5), appreciating the cleanliness of the spaces (9.2). Value for money (8.6) and location (8.7) remain solid, confirming an overall very positive assessment for an independent lakeside stay.
Yes, Il Vicolino welcomes pets, although an extra charge may apply, to be arranged directly with the property.
Yes, Il Vicolino provides free on-street parking in the immediate vicinity of the accommodation.
Il Vicolino is located practically on the shore of Lake Orta, within the village of Pettenasco, just steps from the lakeside promenade.
Check-in at Il Vicolino is possible from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM, upon communicating the arrival time, while check-out is set for 10:00 AM.
Yes, Il Vicolino is particularly appreciated by couples, who have rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
Yes, the kitchen at Il Vicolino is equipped with an oven, toaster, electric kettle, coffee machine and utensils, allowing guests to prepare meals completely independently.
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