Offering a garden and garden view, Frankie’s House is set in Ghiffa, 21 km from Borromean Islands and 34 km from Piazza Grande Locarno. Boasting private check-in and check-out, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. This pet-friendly bed and breakfast also has free WiFi. All units come with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kettle, a bidet, a hair dryer and a desk. The bed and breakfast offers some units that feature a terrace and lake view, and the units have a private bathroom and a wardrobe. There is a coffee shop and lounge. For guests with children, the bed and breakfast provides both an indoor and outdoor play area. Golfclub Patriziale Ascona is 34 km from Frankie’s House. The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, 74 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Ghiffa
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Beate
    Germany Germany
    Love to detail….very welcoming and relaxing atmosphere
  • Alain
    France France
    Nice location, nice view, great room, very clean. Excellent breakfast
  • Jennifer
    Australia Australia
    Great location. Rooms were spacious and comfortable with lake views. Breakfast was really good.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Frankie’s Holiday House for Families

Company review score: 9.6Based on 567 reviews from 3 properties
3 managed properties

Property information

Frankie's Holiday House for Families is a b&b dedicated to families and children, but also to travelers who are looking for an oasis of peace, faced over the shores of Lake Maggiore. Surrounded by a large fairy garden, from any corner of the structure is possible to enjoy a wonderful view of the lake and the mountains that around it. Each room is refined, welcoming, full of details and, above all, unique: choose to stay in your favorite children's novel between "Around the World in Eighty Days", "The Jungle Book", "Harry Potter", "Mary Poppins" and "Treasure Island".

Languages spoken

English,French,Italian

Property surroundings

Facilities of Frankie’s House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Good free WiFi 29 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Key access
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Italian

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 13:00 to 19:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

FAQs about Frankie’s House

  • The prices at Frankie’s House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The nearest beach is just 0.9 miles from Frankie’s House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Frankie’s House is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at Frankie’s House include:

    • Double

  • Frankie’s House is 150 yards from the centre of Ghiffa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Frankie’s House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Children's playground
    • Games room