HOUSE FANTINI / lake time

Nestled on a working farm near Lake Orta, this rustic-chic B&B offers airy rooms, a stunning garden, and a breakfast spread that’s worth the trip alone.

A cozy gem in Novara, this intimate restaurant pairs modern regional cuisine with a carefully curated wine list, all served in an elegant, serene vibe.

Nestled by Lake Orta, Villa Crespi offers a dreamy escape with opulent rooms, a celebrated restaurant by Chef Cannavacciuolo, and top-notch service.

Enjoy a lakeside feast at this charming trattoria, where innovative dishes celebrate local ingredients against a stunning backdrop of Isola San Giulio.

Lakefront accommodation with free Wi-Fi & continental breakfast, plus a pool & a restaurant. Overlooking Lake Orta, this family-run hotel is 3.9 km from Sacred Mountain of Orta and 9 km from the Special Nature Reserve of Monte Mesma. The basic rooms feature free Wi-Fi, room service and TVs with satellite channels. Upgraded rooms add balconies with lake views and air-conditioning, while an attic suite has a living room and kitchenette. The hotel offers free parking and continental breakfast. There's also a bar, a lounge, and an upscale restaurant with outdoor seating and lake views. Other amenities include a wine cellar, an outdoor pool and a terrace.

Nestled in a charming historic building, this chic inn features cozy rooms, a Michelin-starred restaurant, and an inviting bistro with stunning lake views.

Colorful rooms in a rustic-chic farmstay with an elegant restaurant, a gym & an outdoor pool. This modern farmstay is 11 km from the protected wildlife preserve at Faunistic Park La Torbiera and 16 km from the Golf Club Castelconturbia. A mix of contemporary and rustic-chic, the colorful rooms feature wood furnishings, and come with TVs and free Wi-Fi. There's an elegant restaurant with stone walls, contemporary art and patio seating. Additional amenities include a gym, an outdoor pool, a sauna and a billiard room. Parking is provided at no charge.

Relaxed rooms & a homey restaurant, as well as a cozy lounge/bar featuring a fireplace.

Casual hotel offering relaxed rooms, a lounge & a garden, plus a restaurant with a veranda. Set on a garden, this laid-back hotel along the SP 229 road is 9 km from Novara Cathedral, a 19th-century church with a 4th-century baptistery, and 16 km from Parco Naturale Valle Ticino. Casual rooms provide Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars, plus shower-only en suite bathrooms. Amenities include a lounge, a patio, and a restaurant with a veranda that opens onto the garden. Parking and breakfast are available.

Nestled in Orta's medieval charm, this spot serves creatively crafted Italian dishes with fresh, local ingredients, making it a must-visit gem.