Traditional stone house (ca. 1750) in the car-free village center Case Feretti in Bidogno, sunny location at 800 m above sea level. with a view, tranquility and nature. Three floors with living room, 3 bedrooms, 2 fireplaces, modern kitchen, wardrobe, bathroom, and separate toilet, cozy glazed loggia and Wi-Fi throughout the house, free parking. Ideal for families, those seeking peace and quiet and active people. Directly on hiking and biking trails in Val Colla – only 11 km from Lugano. Two grottos, organic farmers, small shop in the village. The space Romantic stone house in the car-free Ticino village – peace, sun and pure nature Escape everyday life and enjoy unforgettable days in our lovingly restored Ticino stone house in the charming village of Bidogno – surrounded by nature, car-free and full of original charm. Here you can experience Ticino off the beaten track. Location and surroundings Our house is located on the sunny southeast side of the Val Colla at 800 m above sea level. surrounded by protected chestnut forests, directly on the hiking and biking trails of the Val Colla. The historic village center of Case Ferretti and thus also our house was probably built between 1750 and 1850 and is one of the oldest preserved districts of Bidogno. - Only 11 km from Lugano - 4 km from Tesserete - Absolutely quiet location on the edge of the old village district "Case Ferretti" - No car traffic in the village center – ideal for rest and relaxation - Two authentic Ticino grottos right in the village - Organic farmer with cheese and honey - Small shop with post office - Postbus stop in the village Transport connections By car - Arrival via the Rivera/Tesserete (A2) highway exit - Well-developed mountain road via Tesserete to Bidogno - House in the car-free village center, material transport up to approx. 80 m possible - Public charging station for electric cars By public transport - Lugano train station → Postbus line 461 to Tesserete (27 min.) - Continue with line 448 towards Maglia di Colla to Bidogno, Bivio per Somazzo (14 min.) - Several connections daily, even on weekends House and amenities This traditional Ticino stone house offers 126 m² of living space on three floors – rustic, cozy and modern: - Stone floors, granite stairs, beamed ceilings – authentic Ticino flair - Two cozy fireplaces - Hot air oil heating and two electric boilers - Free Wi-Fi (43 MB/s) - Digital TV, digital radio - Books and games (UNO, Monopoly, Jass cards, chess) Room layout Ground floor - Large kitchen-living room with fireplace and dining table - Separate toilet - Wardrobe Kitchen - Freshly renovated kitchen-living room - Glass ceramic stove - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - All necessary cooking utensils available – ideal for cozy cooking evenings 1st floor - Living room with fireplace and TV - Bedroom with 2 single beds - Modernized bathroom (renovated in 2021) with shower and sink - The bathroom is a passage room to the stairs to the second floor 2nd floor - Two bedrooms with 2 single beds each - One of the two is a walk-through room – ideal for children or families with close ties - Cozy glazed loggia with views over the village and the surrounding mountains Cellar - Washing machine and dryer Parking Private parking is available free of charge. Public parking in the village: CHF 11/24 h Activities and leisure The region offers an exceptional variety of opportunities for nature lovers, sports enthusiasts and those seeking peace and quiet: Hiking and biking - Numerous hiking trails right from the house - Over 350 km of signposted mountain bike routes - Including the 2003 World Cup route - Mountain bike rental in Tesserete Swimming and recreation - Outdoor swimming pool in Tesserete with 50 m Olympic pool and slide - River swimming in Casserate (Lugano) - Lido di Lugano - Lido San Domenico in Lugano / Castgnola Climbing - Climbing area "Denti della Vecchia" on the opposite side of the valley - Ideal for traditional and sport climbing Riding - Riding opportunities in Origlio and Bogno - Classic or Western style Culture and excursions - Day trips to Lugano, Bellinzona, Locarno, Maggiatal, Milan, etc. - Regional markets and wineries Infrastructure in Tesserete (4 km) - Migros, Coop, Denner - Pharmacies, doctors, banks - Bakeries, butcher shop - Restaurants, cafés - Sports center, tennis courts, fitness facilities Ideal for - those seeking peace and quiet - Nature and sports lovers - families and friend groups - Long-term stays (on request with attractive monthly rates) Guest access The whole house is available for the guests. Other things to note No balcony and no garden available. The bathroom (1st floor) is a passage room to the stairs to the 2nd floor One bedroom on the 2nd floor is a walk-through room to the second bedroom Note for winter guests Please note that the stone house can be cool in the winter and transitional months. The warm air heating provides pleasant basic heat, but does not replace classic central heating. Note for older guests The charming granite stairs in the house are steep and narrow. No direct car access - transport up to approx. 80 m to the house possible Private parking is 200 m away from the house Public parking in the village (CHF 11/24h) Registration Details NL-00001846