Amalfi Coast - Apartment Overlooking the Sea

• Spacious and Charming

  Spacious and Charming

  • Guest Beach Bums
  • Date of stay 10/02/12
  • Review Submitted 10/22/12
  We are two couples averaging in our late fifties. Our four nights in this charming apartment were way too few. There is so much to take in along the Amalfi Coast and our time was too short; but that is a different story. It is a long way to walk down to the apartment if you are dropped off at the upper gate as we were. At first it was a little off-putting but after exploring the Amalfi area, it is quite common and actually not that far of a walk by comparison to other locations we found. (The driver picking us up drove down to get us making our departure much easier.) The Praiano area is superb. This is an authentic little town full of real people. It is not a tourist town for which we are so glad. It is the Amalfi Coast so get use to going up and down all the time. We joked that we had to stop going out to eat as we were losing too much weight. :-) The apartment is spacious and clean. The beds comfortable and there is ample privacy. The kitchen is small but, being on vacation, all we used was the refrigerator. The internet worked fine and we all got a chance to Facetime our families back in the States. The shower in the main bedroom drains into a drain on the bathroom floor making it difficult to leave items on the floor of the bathroom as things will get wet. As a result, we all just took showers in the main bathroom. That is the only (and very slight) negative with the apartment. Elena was wonderful to deal with and always responded quickly and accurately. The online photos are accurate but do not truly show how spacious this is... especially for Europe. We would stay here again in a heartbeat and would most definitely recommend this location to anyone. We took a small Zodiac boat from Praiano to Capri. Bouncing across the Med was so much fun. (Really!) The Blue Grotto and Capri town are stunning. If you are in halfway good shape, do the "Path of the Gods" starting from Bomerano. There are no words to describe this walk. But, be aware that the SITA buses can be "iffy". They stop right at the Deneb gate (that is if they are not so full that the just wave as the pass you by). And, of course, visit Positano and Amalfi. While more 'touristy' than Praiano, they are a must see and are actually quite beautiful. That said, you could also do well never leaving the wonderful terrace one step out of the huge french doors of the apartment. A loaf of bread, some, prosciutto, olives and a glass of wine (or limoncello) ... you'll do just fine. Ciao

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, sightseeing, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

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• Amazing vacation

  Amazing vacation

  • Guest GLV
  • Date of stay 09/15/12
  • Review Submitted 10/17/12
  My husband and I can't say enough wonderful things about this property and our stay there. It is in an absolutely beautiful location, away from the tourists and in a quaint town. Felt like a hidden gem. We loved the private rock beach and protected swimming area. The water was beautiful and it was nice to have a calm area to swim. The apartment is very spacious and stocked with everything we needed. We utilized the kitchen and enjoyed food shopping at the local store recommended by the apartment owners. Great hiking and exploring options right from the apartment without having to drive. Bus stop is right at the top of the driveway to access surrounding towns/attractions. We spent most of our time enjoying the location of this apartment. It's very relaxing and absolutely gorgeous view. Thank you for a wonderful stay!!!! We will never forget it!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, families with young children, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

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• Wish we didn't have to leave

  Wish we didn't have to leave

  • Guest PatB
  • Date of stay 09/08/12
  • Review Submitted 09/30/12
  This rental was way beyond our expectations. The description is accurate but there is no way you can understand it without experiencing it. We had traveled quite a distance to arrive...train from Grosetto to Rome, train from Rome to Naples, train from Naples to Sorrento and taxi ride to Priaiano, so we were exhausted. It was a gorgeous, sunny day and the view revitalized us along with the sound of someone singing from the cliffs....it was hard to believe. We really enjoyed our meals at Trattoria San Gennaro and gelato. The grocery store across from St Gennaro's had everything we needed. We traveled to Pompeii from here. This was a trip worth taking, we had a great guide made available to us without having to prearrange this. We took the SITA bus to Sorrento and Circumvesuvias train to Pompeii. Mrs Pina was very helpful and the accommodations were clean. I would not have wanted to drive a car in the traffic here. The SITA bus worked out fine even though you can not count on it being on time. Pack light because carrying luggage up 125 steps is hard, but worth it. The natural swimming pool is amazing, bring snorkel gear. We all have this place on our list of places to return ....

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

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• Paradise on earth

  Paradise on earth

  • Guest Martin
  • Date of stay 09/01/12
  • Review Submitted 09/26/12
  They say in real estate location is everything...let me tell you this...for a vacation, this location is everything!!! Praiano is this very special place with such friendly people, especially if you mention Virginia or Elena's name...then everyone is your friend!!! And this comfortable apartment is the best location within the best location! Imagine waking up to this magnificent view and enjoying the comfort of a home away from home...That's it. My favorite place is around this natural private pool, total relaxation!!! And like us, you think of visiting Rome and Tuscany, then you found the perfect combination and ask for information to Elena. The Bed and Breakfast in Rome if also perfectly located to a short walking distance St-Peter's cathedral. And the apartments in the most romantic castle at Montisi...a fairy tale...but for real. Enjoy your vacation!!! Like I did :-)

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, families with young children, sightseeing, girls getaway.

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• Fabulous - even better the second time

  Fabulous - even better the second time

  • Guest Leah T.
  • Date of stay 07/14/12
  • Review Submitted 08/10/12
  This is our second time at this apartment and we absolutely love it. It was even better the second time. The apartment is spacious and very comfortable. The ability to just go down the stairs to your own beach is priceless and makes the experience so easy and relaxing. The water is beautiful and we loved swimming around the rocks and lazing on our lilo in the sea. The view from the apartment is gorgeous and the town of Praiano is great. We love all the shops and the restaurants and especially the fact that Praiano is a real town, not just a tourist village.

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• Lovely getaway

  Lovely getaway

  • Guest Happy in Italy
  • Date of stay 07/17/12
  • Review Submitted 07/25/12
  My husband and I are from Canada and spent five days at this delightful spot. We were very happy with the apartment that we had. Very spacious and extremely clean. The property is beautiful, perched high over the sea. We did the 200 plus stairs daily and went swimming in the sea. Gorgeous! Elena and Mrs. Pina are more than helfpul and will do what it takes to make sure you are happy. I would highly recommend this apartment to anyone staying on the Amalfi coast. Close to town, easy to walk for groceries, etc. We had a lovely time, and would not hesistate to go back.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, tourists without a car.

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• Peaceful and Relaxing

  Peaceful and Relaxing

  • Guest SW
  • Date of stay 06/21/12
  • Review Submitted 07/24/12
  Our family of 2 adults and 3 kids stayed here in summer and found it a charming and relaxing residence. The housekeeper was very friendly and after overcoming our language barriers, showed us how to work the appliances. The place was very clean and comfortable and well equipped. We all just loved the terrace and the views which were even more spectacular than the photos indicated. We didn't have a car and it was no problem at all. We enjoyed walking into Praiano or to the local beaches and caught the local bus everywhere. We would definitely recommend this place and rate it as one of the best places we visited in our month away.

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

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• Praiano Review

  Praiano Review

  • Guest Canadian Family
  • Date of stay 06/10/12
  • Review Submitted 07/24/12
  June 10 – 17, 2012 We had a wonderful week in Almalfi, staying at Residence Deneb. To start with Elena was so very easy to deal with and provides lots of useful tips and information. We had several wonderful meals at local restaurants based on her recommendations. The only tricky bit about the residence is getting out – the driveway is Very steep and enters onto a fairly busy road – I think my husband nearly burned the clutch on our rental car. Driving is NOT like North America and we quickly opted to use the local bus system which was fine. We found the apartment well quipped, clean and very roomy. The view from the garden has to be seen to be believed simply breathtaking.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.

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• Like going to the family beach house - with better views

  Like going to the family beach house - with better views

  • Guest David & Paula
  • Date of stay 05/25/12
  • Review Submitted 06/27/12
  Arriving at this property is an interesting experience. Right off the highway you meet Pina, the wonderful property manager, who opens the large entrance gate to the apartment complex. You drive down a steep driveway to the parking area. When you walk down the stairs to the property you are taken away by the view, even though you have seen the view in the listing pictures. The terrace is everything! Everything everyone else has said about the proximity to the wonderful towns of Positano, Amalfi and Ravello is absolutely true either by car (parking is somewhat difficult) or by bus, which stops right outside the gate. The town of Praiano itself should not be sold short. While it doesn't have to be the charm of being built into a cliff like the other towns, the café, the shopkeepers and the restaurants are all friendly and very good. We ate all our dinners (one week) in Praiano and all of them were either very good or excellent, some with great views of Positano twinkling at night. The owner of the apartment, Elena, is wonderful to deal with, very straightforward and honest. When she says that the apartment was built by her grandfather, you can see it when you walk in; solid furniture, the tiles on the floor, the rustic, small kitchen and the updated bathrooms (one with a funky shower where you pull the shower curtain around you while you are standing on the bathroom floor). We only used the master bedroom and the bed was very comfortable and we were able to place lamps on the two night tables for reading. All in all, a very comfortable apartment with the relaxed feeling that you would have if you went to a family beach house.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with teenagers.

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• Awesome Apartment

  Awesome Apartment

  • Guest Pat
  • Date of stay 04/25/11
  • Review Submitted 04/17/12
  In April 2011, four of us (my wife, another couple and I) spent six days/five nights in Elena’s wonderful apartment in Praiano. The setting was fabulous – a private garden area with beautiful flowers overlooking the Mediterranean. It was perfect for relaxing in the sun or shade, listening to the waves below, and watching the occasional boats pass by. The accommodations were great – the two bedrooms were spacious, a nicely furnished kitchen, indoor areas for reading or listening to music, and wifi available throughout the apartment. The apartment is conveniently located on the main coastal road in a gated community. During our visit, we left our car parked in the gated parking area and walked short distances to various restaurants and sites within Praiano. Also, for a day of sightseeing in nearby Positano (8km) or Amalfi Town (10km), it is very convenient to take the Regional SETA buses, which stop across the street from the apartment. Regarding Praiano sites, I highly recommend walking the nearby trail past the San Domenico monastery and along the Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). The views of Praiano and the Amalfi Coast from the trail are truly spectacular and well worth the uphill walk. We enjoyed seeing the nearby sites, but always looked forward to returning to the peaceful atmosphere of the residence. We extend a big thank you to Elena for making her apartment available. It was truly a highlight of our vacation. We hope to return again soon.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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May-Sep ... €1.100/week.
Oct-Apr .. €950/week.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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