Family-run guest house in the heart of Val Vigezzo, a short walk from the Centovalli railway station, with panoramic balconies, free parking and pets allowed.
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Nido di Laura is a family-run guest house in Santa Maria Maggiore, Piedmont, set in Val Vigezzo just 300 metres from the town’s railway station.
The entirely non-smoking property is designed for those seeking a quiet stay among the mountains of Ossola, away from busier centres yet convenient for reaching Lake Maggiore and nearby Switzerland. The two available accommodation types, a double room with balcony and an apartment with two bedrooms, share balconies with garden and mountain views, private bathroom with courtesy set and provided linen. The apartment adds an independent living area, ideal for families or small groups wanting more space and independence.
The shared garden, free private parking and WiFi throughout the property complete an essential yet carefully detailed offer. Pets are allowed at no extra charge, a detail much appreciated by those travelling with their dog. The location, rated 9.7 by couples, allows guests to reach restaurants, bars and the station on foot, while still maintaining direct contact with the surrounding nature of Val Vigezzo.
Nido di Laura offers two accommodation solutions designed for different needs, both with independent entrance and soundproofed walls. The Double Room with Balcony covers 28 square metres and can accommodate up to four people between single beds and an extra-large double bed, with a balcony overlooking the garden and mountains and a private bathroom with walk-in shower.
The Apartment with 2 Bedrooms and Balcony offers greater privacy instead, divided into two separate bedrooms plus a living area with parquet flooring and river view, for a total of 26 square metres and capacity for up to four guests. Both room types include a flat-screen TV, coffee machine, hairdryer and courtesy set, as well as sheets and towels provided by the property, for a practical stay even over longer periods.
The largest room in the property, with 28 square metres and capacity for up to four people thanks to two single beds and an extra-large double bed. The balcony overlooks the garden and mountains, while the soundproofed walls and independent entrance ensure privacy even during busier periods.
The only accommodation in the property with two separate bedrooms, designed for families or small groups. It has its own living area with parquet flooring, a view of the Melezzo river and a bathroom with tub or shower and bidet, plus the balcony shared with the other rooms.
Nido di Laura provides guests with a shared garden and free private parking, convenient for those arriving by car from Val Vigezzo or the Swiss border. Free WiFi covers the entire property, as does heating and soundproofing in the rooms, designed to ensure a quiet stay even in the colder months.
Each room features a kettle and coffee machine for tea and coffee, hairdryer, courtesy set, slippers and a tub or shower depending on the room type chosen. The property is entirely non-smoking and rooms have an independent entrance, a detail that enhances guest privacy.
Pets are allowed free of charge, while access to the upper floors is via stairs, with no lift available. The availability of family rooms makes Nido di Laura suitable for small groups looking for more space too.
Nido di Laura is located in the centre of Santa Maria Maggiore, the main village of Val Vigezzo, in the province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, known for its Liberty-style architecture linked to the tradition of chimney sweeps. The area around the property is quiet and residential, just steps from the Melezzo river and the streets of the historic centre, with shops, bars and restaurants comfortably within walking distance.
The Santa Maria Maggiore railway station, served by the historic panoramic Domodossola-Locarno line known as the Centovalli train, is just 300 metres away, while the Buttogno stop is about 1 km away. Restaurant Barlafis is 250 metres away and Miramonti 300 metres, convenient for dining without needing a car. The Swiss border and Lake Maggiore, with Locarno and the Brissago Islands, can be reached in about 33-36 km, while Milan Malpensa airport is 104 km away, a realistic option for those arriving by air from abroad.
In summer, Val Vigezzo offers hikes towards Piano di Sale, about 5 km away, and scenic trails through the chestnut woods typical of Ossola; in winter, the proximity to the area’s ski resorts makes it interesting for sports enthusiasts too. Not to be missed is the Basilica della Madonna del Sangue in Re, about 6 km away, a historic pilgrimage destination, and Palazzo San Francesco in Domodossola, 13 km away, a testament to Ossola’s baroque architecture. The traditional Mushroom Festival, held about 10 km from the property, is a food and wine event much loved by the valley’s residents.
Guests particularly praise the owners’ hospitality (9.9) and cleanliness (9.9), followed by comfort (9.9) and location (9.7), highly appreciated by couples. Value for money also remains high (9.4), confirming an overall very positive experience at Nido di Laura.
Yes, Nido di Laura accepts pets at no additional charge.
Check-in at Nido di Laura is possible from 16:00 to 18:00, while check-out must be completed between 8:00 and 11:00.
Yes, Nido di Laura offers free private parking reserved for guests travelling by car.
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Yes, at Nido di Laura the minimum age required to check in is 18 years old.
Yes, Nido di Laura offers free WiFi throughout the property, including the rooms.
Nido di Laura is about 33-36 km from some of Lake Maggiore’s main destinations, including Ascona, Locarno and the Brissago Islands.
