Apartment-style residence in Meina, on Lake Maggiore, with a seasonal outdoor pool, garden and free private parking, ideal for families and extended stays.
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Residence Villa Greta is a family-run aparthotel located in Meina, on the Piedmont shore of Lake Maggiore, just a few steps from the town’s railway station.
The property offers six types of independent apartments, ranging from 55 to 85 square metres, designed for both short and extended stays: each unit has a fully equipped kitchenette with dishwasher, a balcony with lake view and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, providing the kind of independence typical of a real holiday home. The common areas include a seasonal outdoor pool, a well-kept garden and a sun terrace for relaxing between visits to the villages of the Verbano area.
The residence is suitable for families with children, thanks to the availability of apartments with two bedrooms and the possibility of bringing pets on request, as well as for anyone looking for a convenient base to explore Lake Maggiore without giving up free private parking on site. Its location in Meina, just minutes from Arona and the Borromean Islands, makes it a practical base for those travelling by car or train along the eastern shore of the lake.
The apartments at Residence Villa Greta share a similar layout: independent entrance, kitchenette complete with hob, refrigerator, dishwasher and dishes, private bathroom with bidet and toiletries, plus a balcony overlooking the lake. Sizes range from the 55 sqm of the Family Apartment with 2 Bedrooms to the 85 sqm of the Split-Level Apartment, making them suitable for both couples and larger groups.
The main differences concern the number of bedrooms and the layout of the spaces: the Superior Apartment offers two living rooms and two bathrooms, while the Family Apartment provides two separate bedrooms for up to five guests. All units include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and access to the seasonal outdoor pool and shared garden, making each apartment suitable for independent and extended stays on Lake Maggiore.
On the ground floor, this 60 sqm apartment stands out for its independent access directly from the garden and its layout with two separate bedrooms plus a living area with a sofa bed. The bathroom has a shower and bidet, while a balcony and lake view accompany the living spaces.
At 85 sqm, this is the largest type in the residence, spread over two levels with a single double bedroom and a spacious living room with a sofa bed. The private bathroom includes toiletries, and the panoramic balcony offers one of the most open lake views in the property.
This split-level version of 80 sqm is, together with the Superior, the only one to offer two private bathrooms, useful for larger families. It includes two separate bedrooms and a living room with a sofa bed, plus the usual balcony with lake view and a kitchenette with dishwasher.
The Superior Apartment is the only one with two separate living rooms and an extra-large double bed, as well as two private bathrooms. The 83 sqm available offer the greatest comfort for two family groups sharing the same apartment, while keeping the balcony and lake view common to all units.
Designed for larger groups, this family apartment accommodates up to 5 people thanks to two bedrooms, one of which has two single beds, and a living room with a sofa bed. Despite its 55 sqm, more compact than the other units, it still features a balcony with lake view and a full kitchenette.
The most basic type in the property, with no size indicated but the same comfort as the other units: a double bedroom with a large bed and a living room with a sofa bed, an en-suite private bathroom and direct access to the residence’s common areas, including the pool and garden.
Residence Villa Greta offers guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a garden with outdoor furniture and a sun terrace, ideal for enjoying summer days on Lake Maggiore. The property is entirely non-smoking and features heating and independent key access, designed for those looking for the flexibility of an independent stay.
For guests travelling by car, free private parking is available on site, while pets are allowed on request, possibly with a surcharge. Each apartment has a private bathroom, and an invoice for the stay can be provided on request. The residence is also suitable for families, thanks to the availability of family rooms and common areas designed for both children and adults.
Residence Villa Greta is located in Meina, a small town on the Piedmont shore of Lake Maggiore, in a quiet residential area just a few steps from the lakeside promenade and the town’s historic centre. The setting is typical of the lakeside villages of the Verbano area, with period villas, gardens sloping down to the water and a relaxed pace of life, far from the traffic of the busier tourist destinations.
Meina railway station is about 1.7 km away, while Arona station is 3 km away and connected to the Milan-Domodossola line. Milan Malpensa Airport is about 20 km away, reachable by car in under 30 minutes, making the residence a practical base even for guests arriving from abroad. Arona, with its lakeside promenade, and Angera, home to the Rocca Borromea about 2.3 km from the property, can both be reached in just a few minutes by car.
Guests staying at Villa Greta can spend summer days at the property’s outdoor pool or at the lake’s beaches, while the surrounding area offers plenty of opportunities for excursions: the Lagoni di Mercurago Park, a protected natural area 5 km away, and the Bruschera Oasis, about 4 km away, offer trails immersed in lakeside vegetation. The Borromean Islands can be reached by boat from Arona or Stresa, while culture lovers can visit the Sacro Monte di Orta, a UNESCO World Heritage site about 10 km away. In winter, the area is well suited to quieter trips to the hillside villages of the Verbano area, with traditional restaurants and local wine cellars.
Reviews particularly praise the location, rated 9.2, and the comfort of the apartments, appreciated with a score of 8.7. Staff service (8.6) and value for money (8.3) also receive good ratings, while cleanliness, although positive at 8.2, is the relatively lowest-scoring aspect among those rated by guests.
Yes, Residence Villa Greta allows pets on request; a surcharge may apply.
Yes, Residence Villa Greta provides free private parking on site.
Check-in at Residence Villa Greta is possible from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM, with arrival time to be communicated in advance; check-out is set between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Yes, Residence Villa Greta requires a security deposit of €200 to be paid by credit card upon arrival, refunded within 14 days of check-out.
Yes, Residence Villa Greta has an outdoor pool, open seasonally from 15 June.
Residence Villa Greta is about 19 km from the Borromean Islands, reachable by car or by boat from nearby ports.
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