Clooney's holiday haven an affordable option for buyers

Lake Como has been synonomous with George Clooney in the last few years and that is not about to Change as he will be celebrating his 50th birthday at Villa Oleandrea on the shores of Lake Como this Friday (6th May).

Linda Travella has been selling property on Lake Como for almost 25 years, well before it was discovered by Clooney. "The most important point for clients to realise is that to enjoy a property on Lake Como you do not have to spend millions" says Linda. Property in Laglio itself has become expensive since Clooney purchased and Linda suggests buying in other parts of the lake for better value.

If you are looking for a villa which is not quite as grand as Clooney's, then Linda suggests looking to Lake Maggiore. For €850.000 you can buy a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom villa close to Stresa with garden going down to the lake. Como and Maggiore are equidistant from Milan. "If you are looking for a property that you can use as a first or send home wthout worrying about the value depreciating then this is the ideal location" says Linda.

Source: Casa Travella