Modern, functional and conveniently located a seven-minute stroll from the peaceful shores of Lugano Lake, this apartment is an excellent base from which to explore Switzerland’s Italian-speaking Ticino region. Inside, a monochromatic colour scheme is emboldened with silver accents in the living space and jewel-toned blue in the main bedroom. You’ll begin your mornings with a cup of coffee on the balcony, breathing in the crisp fresh air, before whipping up a tasty breakfast in the fully-equipped kitchen. After plotting your itinerary from the comfort of the plump couch, slip on your sandals and take the leisurely stroll down to the waterfront. Picnic in Ciani Park before wandering into town, just five minutes away, for its palm-lined boulevards, the lovely cathedral of San Lorenzo and the Alprose Chocolate Museum. If you’re keen to expend a little more energy, take the funicular to Mont Bré and hike to Mont Boglia – the views of the Sottoceneri, northern Italy and beyond are utterly unmissable.

Additional fees

• There's no free parking at this home, but you can pay to use the nearby public car park

• Your host can provide a cot for an additional fee of CHF 3 per child, per night

• If you need to access the internet, it costs CHF 5 per 24 hours

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.