ecoyurta.ch
Valcolla · Ticino · Switzerland

Leave the routine behind.
Step into nature.

A yurt among meadows and woodland, just 25 minutes from Lugano. Slow down and share time with the people you love.

Step inside the yurt ↓
The yurt lit up at dusk with the hot tub in the foreground
A LITTLE RETREAT, A DIFFERENT PACE.THE YURT AND HOT TUB AT DUSK
4guests at most
25 minfrom Lugano
Fibres and woodthe warmth of natural materials
Meadows and woodlandall around
01 / The yurt

A circle of calm.
A space for you.

Whether it is a romantic escape or a family adventure, enjoy fresh air, peace and the pleasure of falling asleep to the distant sound of the river.

Our spacious yurt is made from natural materials full of character. Larch wood, cotton, pure sheep’s wool felt and hemp ropes create a welcoming and truly distinctive space.

Larch woodCottonSheep’s woolHemp
01 — REST

A night beneath the dome

A double bed and two single beds accommodate up to four guests. The central polycarbonate dome has a small opening window to bring light and fresh air inside.

02 — FEEL AT EASE

The essentials, thoughtfully provided

Electricity for lighting and charging phones and laptops. A double door with a key lock provides privacy.

03 — FEEL AT HOME

Facilities just a few steps away

The bathroom with shower and fully equipped kitchen are in the buildings beside the yurt: essential comforts, close to nature.

02 / A special moment

Warm water.
Fresh air.
Nothing else.

Wooden hot tub beside the yurt as evening falls
The warmth of wood, the peace of nature.

The Swedish hot tub

Unwind in our wood-fired hot tub, surrounded by greenery. An experience you can add to your stay on request.

100 CHF / session

The service includes thorough cleaning, a complete change of water and firewood for heating.

The water is completely changed after every use. Preparation takes several hours: let us know when booking or well before your arrival.

03 / Maglio di Colla, Valcolla

Close to Lugano.
Far from the rush.

Open meadows and lush woodland, with no fences around the yurt. At dusk or early in the morning, you may spot roe deer, deer and foxes.

Explore the area ↗

The map shows the village, not the property entrance.

01
By car or PostBus
Free parking and a PostBus stop directly opposite the property.
02
The last 50 metres on foot
From the parking space, cross the main road and follow a short uphill path. Please bear this in mind for luggage and mobility needs.
03
Set off on foot from here
The path behind the yurt leads to Scareglia in about 20 minutes.
Water and woodland. A different pace.
The nearby playground
Before you travel

Good to know.

Where are the bathroom and kitchen?

They are not inside the yurt: they are in the adjacent buildings, just a few steps away. The bathroom has a shower and the kitchen is equipped.

Is there a tourist tax?

Yes: CHF 3.25 per person per day, payable in cash on site. Children under 14 are exempt.

How do I book the hot tub?

The service costs CHF 100 per session and is available on request. Let us know when booking or well in advance: changing the water and heating it with wood take several hours.

Can I drive right up to the yurt?

From the parking space, cross the main road and walk about 50 metres uphill. The PostBus stop is opposite the property.

What can I use the electricity for?

For lighting and low-power uses such as charging phones and laptops.

Plan your escape

Your stay,
your way.

Visit our Airbnb listing to check available dates and book.

Availability and bookings on Airbnb ↗

Prefer to contact us directly? Email us with your dates and number of guests, and we will reply with availability and a price.

Enquire by email ↓
Your next moment of calm

Take time to just be.

Choose your dates and contact us for availability and a price.

ecoyurta@bluewin.ch

Your stay

Enter your dates and number of guests to open a prepared email to ecoyurta@bluewin.ch in your email app. You will still need to send it; your stay is not confirmed at this stage.