Location: Laurito, Cilento & Vallo di Diano National Park, Campania, Italy, Europe (Province of Salerno; near Palinuro)
Accommodations: Villa, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 5 Baths (Sleeps 10-12)
Keywords: Attached House
This unique property has recently been renovated to maintain the charm of a 13th century medieval village on the outside with the luxury of completely modern and an spacious and comfortable decor inside. We are offering rental of all or part of our vacation home to you and your party. The town folk are friendly. You will need a vehicle to enjoy this area. There is no constant bus service and taxis are expensive.
The property is located in the village of Laurito at about 475 meters above sea level. The closest airport is Naples. The drive is an easy one heading south on the SS18 toward Sapri. Exit Massicelle. The village is a tenth century, walled, farming village with groves of olives, vineyards, and almost any fruit and vegetable that you can imagine. We are seeking mature, professional renters who respect property, culture and the local residents of this special village.
Small villages in southern Italy are quaint but off the beaten track. The house has no internet inside. The local library is accessible as well as vistors can purchase an internet modem for about 35E to use while on vacation from any electrodomestici shop. The home does not have a phone but international roaming works perfect here.
There is no souvenir shopping here. There are 4 markets in town for food and an open air market on Fridays. Palinuro, the closest beach, is 9.8 miles away. We have crystal clear aquamarine colored water and are just below the Amalfi Coast. The same water and beaches for a 1/3 of the price. This rental is perfect for hikers and history enthusiasts that want to get away from the obvious destinations and relish in the unique and hidden parts of Italy. The area boasts several religious pilgrimages to higher elevations which offer hikers with a beautiful and challenging courses. Other courses include hikes to ancient ruins and excavations.
Gentle mountain breezes offer a relaxing alternative to a more coastal property. Laurito is all about relaxing, refreshing, and renewing the mind and spirit. Surrounding villages offer interesting hiking, walking, and historic sightseeing. Dining opportunities offer phenomenal local cuisine and wine at a fraction of the costs in larger cities. The town has three restaurants.
The local beaches are great for sun bathers and scuba or cave diving enthusiasts. You can boat, fish, kayak, swim, and snorkel. Take local excursions into the sea caves both above and underwater. The train station at Centola,Sapri,Vallo Scalo, Paulinuro for those guests who do not drive, services trips to Basilicata, Pestum, Pompeii, Napoli, Amalfi Coast Destinations, Roma, and Florence (Firenze).
We are a 4 hour drive from Rome, and about 1.5 hours from Naples. We are 45 km from Salerno south.
IF YOU ARE A SMALL PARTY and WISH SPECIAL RATES FOR LESS THAN THE WHOLE HOUSE, PLEASE CONTACT US. THE FIRST FLOOR IS ESSENTIALLY A PRIVATE APARTMENT TO ACCOMODATE from 2 person with a full featured kitchen.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : American Frontloading Whirlpool Duet
- Linens Provided : Terry cloth towels
- Beds
- King Bed (3)
- Queen Bed (3)
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Sky
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Game Console : WI
- Music Library : IPOD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen (2)
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Completely stocked kitchen
- Refrigerator : Viking
- Dishwasher : Fisher and Paykel Double Drawer Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : Upon Request
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Extra Large Jenn-Air Terrace Grill with 2 side Burners and Condiment Station. You may have to clean this on arrival. If this is distasteful to you then you may want to choose another location. If it rains, the drawers may fill with water. THIS CANNOT BE USED TO ASK FOR YOUR MONEY BACK
- Deck/Patio : There is a patio in a working garden. THIS IS NOT A FLOWER GARDEN but a working garden in many seasons. IT is not a pristine area but rugged garden that overhangs the external medieval wall. It is split with neighbors. There is not grass - but mulches in the winter. The view up the mountain is lovely but this is not a manicured garden at a hotel. There are also seedling plots and a mulch container for food wastes as is a common practice in Southern farming areas.
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Water View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Computer
- Broadband Internet : Locally available every day at the library 4:30 - 7:30.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Locally - services in the home are not constant. Italy is not like the US with services. We are not renting Internet.
- Other Amenities
- This Property is part of an Old Duke's Palace, it has been Completely Renovated inside and out, it can be rented in its entirety or as individual rooms with or without kitchen access, the First Floor is a Complete Apartment, this location is perfect for the traveler looking to get away from it all and relax while enjoying the completely Modern Amenties of the property and its decor, Automobile is available for use, this property was renovated with both 220 and 110 Current, Gourmet Kitchens with Stainless Appliances, Beds Custom Made by Italian Artisan/Owner with American Mattresses, Integrated Bose Sound System with IPOD Music Library, American-size Front Loading Washer and Dryers, Fully-equipped Kitchen, Custom Wet Bar, Small Wine Cellar, Terry Cloth Towels throughout property
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Numerous families have loved this property. One family found the garden completely unsuitable for their children due to the "RUBBLE" and overgrown garden. Please understand that Southern Italy is rugged natural beauty. Unattended children should not be allowed to walk on the edges of the village walls at the edges of the garden. There may be mulching items in the "garden" from time to time and there is a clothes line. This is a working village, a home, not a resort.
- Not Suitable for Children : Children that do not understand personal hazards, cannot cross the street alone or are not familiar with unprotected heights (European open windows, large walls, snakes, in the woods, should not be left unattended.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : There must be at least one adult renter 35 years and/or above
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Tennis
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Spelunking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Food Markets just steps from the front door, Three Local Coffee Bars within 25-second walk.
Rate Details (In Euros)
$45 Euro per person per night
Please contact for rates First Level Apartment for smaller groups
Apartment rents for 500 per week Full kitchen/1br/1bath/private LR
These rates are effective June 2, 2008 for reservations made after that date
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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- My son at the local shore
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