# Charming Waterfront Apartment in Ticino Melide, Switzerland > Relax on a private balcony overlooking Lake Lugano! This airy, 3rd-floor (with lift) apartment sleeps up to 4 people. The dual-aspect apartment has a spacious private terrace where guests can enjoy their tranquil surroundings. It is the ideal holiday base for all ages. The living/dining area offers magnificent views of Lake Lugano and the mountains beyond, thanks to two sets of French windows. The room is furnished with a sofa, flat-screen TV and a dining table for 4. The separate kitchen is fully-equipped with an induction hob, oven, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, toaster and a Nespresso coffee machine. There is also a dining table for casual dining. Guests have access to a shared garden on the lakeshore. Here they will find sun loungers, plus tables and chairs for meals al fresco. Sleeping Bedroom: The master bedroom has a double bed, a wardrobe and a laptop-friendly desk. Extra: The sofa in the living room converts into a comfortable double bed. Bathroom The attractive tiled bathroom has a full bath with a shower, basin, bidet and WC. Additional • Free Wifi • Shared garden • Outside dining • Lift • Air conditioning • Central heating • Smart TV • Washing machine (shared) • Laptop-friendly workspace • Hairdryer • Private parking for 1 car, a car is recommended • Pets allowed • Check-in from 4.00pm, check out before 10.00am • €500 security deposit for groups under 21. Location The apartment is across the road from the shores of Lake Lugano, just a 2-minute drive from the centre of Melide. The town is in a spectacular setting, at the foot of steep, forested hills and the end of a causeway across Lake Lugano. Here, guests will find a supermarket and other amenities, as well as beaches for lake swimming and promenades along the lake shore. It is best known for Swissminiatur, a model village featuring all of Switzerland’s most famous landmarks. It is a great day out for all the family. The Piazza della Riforma is the heart of Lugano (13 minutes drive) and the ideal place for an aperitivo or espresso whilst you watch the world go by. The city of Lugano is well known for its rich cultural heritage. It is home to many museums and galleries. One of the most popular is MASI (the Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland) (11-minute drive) hosts regular contemporary art exhibitions. Parco San Grato (16-minute drive), high in the hills, offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature, with beautiful, themed hikes and stunning views over the lake. There is plenty for children to do, including hand-crafted swings, a playground and special star gazing evenings. The closest international airports are in Italy - Milan Malpensa 50 minutes away by car, or Milan Linate, a 1 hour and 10 minute journey. ## Key facts - **Location:** Melide, Switzerland - **Property type:** Apartment - **Sleeps:** 4 guests - **Bedrooms:** 1 - **Bathrooms:** 1 - **Check-in:** 16 - **Check-out:** 10 - **Minimum stay:** 2 nights ## Amenities - HAC6022 - HAC198 - HAC42 - HAC6103 - HAC33 - RMA142 - RMA77 - RMA88 - RMA32 - RMA166 - RMA123 - RMA223 - RMA50 - RMA19 - RMA16 - RMA59 - RMA47 - RMA5085 - RMA13 - RMA140 - RMA68 - RMA6045 - RMA6145 - RMA6126 - RMA5126 - RMA6029 - RMA105 - RST134 ## Pricing & availability (next 90 days) Nightly prices below are **estimates — the final price is confirmed at booking** in a personal quote (fees, length-of-stay discounts and the payment schedule are stated there). No charge is taken on the site. | Date | Available | Nightly price (estimate) | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-09-09 | available | 223 CHF | | 2026-09-10 | available | 248 CHF | | 2026-09-11 | available | 278 CHF | | 2026-09-20 | available | 214 CHF | | 2026-09-21 | available | 210 CHF | | 2026-09-22 | available | 200 CHF | | 2026-09-23 | available | 189 CHF | | 2026-09-24 | available | 193 CHF | | 2026-09-25 | available | 213 CHF | | 2026-09-26 | available | 221 CHF | | 2026-09-27 | available | 215 CHF | | 2026-09-28 | available | 220 CHF | | 2026-09-29 | available | 227 CHF | | 2026-09-30 | available | 237 CHF | | 2026-10-01 | available | 235 CHF | | 2026-10-02 | available | 245 CHF | | 2026-10-03 | available | 254 CHF | | 2026-10-04 | available | 253 CHF | | 2026-10-05 | available | 260 CHF | | 2026-10-06 | available | 263 CHF | | 2026-10-07 | available | 267 CHF | | 2026-10-08 | available | 267 CHF | | 2026-10-09 | available | 268 CHF | | 2026-10-10 | available | 258 CHF | | 2026-10-11 | available | 233 CHF | | 2026-10-12 | available | 217 CHF | | 2026-10-13 | available | 212 CHF | | 2026-10-14 | available | 210 CHF | | 2026-10-15 | available | 211 CHF | | 2026-10-16 | available | 212 CHF | | 2026-10-17 | available | 206 CHF | | 2026-10-18 | available | 201 CHF | | 2026-10-19 | available | 205 CHF | | 2026-10-20 | available | 196 CHF | | 2026-10-21 | available | 187 CHF | | 2026-10-22 | available | 194 CHF | | 2026-10-23 | available | 208 CHF | | 2026-10-24 | available | 213 CHF | | 2026-10-25 | available | 202 CHF | | 2026-10-26 | available | 199 CHF | | 2026-10-27 | available | 198 CHF | | 2026-10-28 | available | 193 CHF | | 2026-10-29 | available | 193 CHF | | 2026-10-30 | available | 190 CHF | | 2026-10-31 | available | 179 CHF | | 2026-11-01 | available | 168 CHF | | 2026-11-02 | available | 165 CHF | | 2026-11-03 | available | 163 CHF | | 2026-11-04 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-05 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-06 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-07 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-08 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-09 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-10 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-11 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-12 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-13 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-14 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-15 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-16 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-17 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-18 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-19 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-20 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-21 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-22 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-23 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-24 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-25 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-26 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-27 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-28 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-29 | available | 160 CHF | | 2026-11-30 | available | 197 CHF | | 2026-12-01 | available | 234 CHF | | 2026-12-02 | available | 234 CHF | | 2026-12-03 | available | 234 CHF | | 2026-12-04 | available | 234 CHF | | 2026-12-05 | available | 234 CHF | | 2026-12-06 | available | 239 CHF | | 2026-12-07 | available | 244 CHF | ## Links - Canonical page (photos, live quote, enquiry form): https://smilinghouse.com/property/BP-78 - More homes in Melide: https://smilinghouse.com/search?destination=Melide - How booking works (assisted booking, no charge on the site): https://smilinghouse.com/llms/core/payment-flow.md - Booking terms: https://smilinghouse.com/llms/core/booking-terms.md - Site overview for AI assistants: https://smilinghouse.com/llms.txt ## How to book 1. Open https://smilinghouse.com/property/BP-78 and send an enquiry with dates and guest count (or use the contact details on the site). 2. The Smiling House team confirms availability with the home and replies with a personal quote — the final price, payment schedule and cancellation policy. 3. The booking is confirmed once the quoted payment is received. All prices on this page are estimates until that quote.