Ascona cottages, Lake Maggiore Holiday rentals - villas & holiday homes to rent in Ascona
Ascona sits at the top end of Lake Maggiore in the Italian-speaking Swiss canton of Ticino. A beautiful lakeside resort with scenic walking trails into the mountains that surround the lake.
Being just 4km away from Locarno, the sunniest place in Switzerland, Ascona is also blessed with a Mediterranean climate that means palm-tree-lined promenades and sub-tropical flowers. Sitting in the sun in one of the many lakeside bustling cafes is a great way to pass the time.
| Key facts... | |
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| Restaurants | 30+ |
| Lakeside beaches | ✔ |
| Oudoor swimming pool | ✘ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Ferry terminal | ✔ |
| Nearest airport | Milan Malpensa (132km) |
| Nearest train station | Locarno (2km) |
Featured cottages in Ascona
Renting a cottage or apartment in Ascona provides some breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Many of the holiday cottage rentals are conveniently located close to all the local amenities and have easy access to the ferry terminal.
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Things to see and do in Ascona
| Some suggestions... | |
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| Visit the Franciscan Santuario della Madonna del Sasso church | ✔ |
| Sail around the Borromeo Islands, the Brissago Islands and the Cannero castles | ✔ |
| Take the cable car up to Alpe Cardada for the breathtaking views at 1496m | ✔ |
| Visit Bormio and spend a day in the amazing thermal spas | ✔ |
Our view on Ascona
With its cobbled streets, shops, markets and an abundance of great restaurants, renting a villa or apartment in Ascona is the perfect retreat for your lakes & mountains holiday.
