Sitting atop the hill, these villas have an emphasis ... While many people think the best way to see Lake Como is in cities like Bellagio (considered "The Pearl of Lake Como"), take in the culture ...

there are small towns, botanical gardens, lakeside beaches, ample opportunities for hiking, biking, and boating, and a decidedly laid-back vibe when compared to its posher sibling, Lake Como.

Instead, there are small towns, botanical gardens, lakeside beaches, ample opportunities for hiking, biking, and boating, and a decidedly laid-back vibe when compared to its posher sibling, Lake Como.