Villa Rental in Liguria, Portofino

Ah, Portofino! If you have always dreamed of having an "Enchanted April" experience, this just might be the place for you. This holiday villa for rent near Portofino, with its stunning views of the sea, is ideal for a large family. This private villa has been integrated into the cliffs overlooking the sea and has its own private access to the water. Staying at this villa does mean bringing a comfortable pair of walking shoes – the villa is only reachable by foot from the road to the property, and there are several levels within the property. The charming village of Portofino is within reach by foot (only), and you must be ready for some physical exercise!
(2000 m2) Nestled into the face of a cliff, this unique villa has stunning sea vistas. Because of its location, the villa is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties. In order to get to the villa, guests must walk down 32 steps from the entrance gate. Beginning at the highest point of the property (the solarium) to the private swimming platform on the sea, there are 180 steps. Guests are sure to enjoy the large patio, shaded by a century-old wisteria, a garden area and the several terraced outlooks. From the villa to the panoramic solarium there are 23 steps. A private elevator (for the residents of the area) is located 300 meters away on a pedestrian road which connects the villa to a light house and the Portofino harbor. Please do not bring a car. There is no parking at or near the house.
Upper level: After walking down the 32 steps from the entrance gate, the front door of the villa opens into a living room with several white sofas and sliding French doors that open onto the patio. There is an elegant formal dining room with seating for 10 and a kitchen with a stove with burners and oven, dishwasher, Italian coffee maker and a washing machine. There is one double bedroom (160 cm queen bed - cannot be separated) with an ensuite bathroom with bathtub. There are two twin/double bedrooms (90 cm twin-beds, connected on request). There are two separate bathrooms - one with shower and one with bathtub and shower. There is also a single bedroom on this floor. Three of the bedrooms feature views of the sea while one bedroom features views of the garden. Lower level: There are two twin-bedrooms (90 cm twin-beds which can be connected on request) each with ensuite bathrooms with a sink, WC and shower. These bedrooms are most appropriate for young people.
Available Amenities: Air conditioning in the bedrooms, solarium, terraces, private swimming platform, stove, dishwasher, Italian coffee maker, washing machine, housekeeping, satellite TV, Home cinema, WiFi internet connection. Maid service is included Saturday to Saturday (except Wednesdays). Nearby Attractions: Portofino (harbor, restaurants, shops, ferry, bus, train), Santa Margherita (train), Repallo (restaurants, cafes, bars, ferry), Genoa (Christopher Columbus, palazzo, cathedral, aquarium, opera house), Cinque Terre. Please Note: This property usually includes basic grocery shopping for the first 2 days, a welcome dinner, breakfast and dinner on Sunday, and breakfast on Monday. Please do not bring a car. The villa is only reachable by foot. This villa is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. Access from the airport to the villa is possible by van or by taxi from a railroad station. There is bus or ferry transportation available in Portofino. There are no bug screens on the windows. This property accepts a maximum of 10 people, including babies. The price is based on 10 people, but on request, one extra person (for a total of 11) can be accommodated for an extra 400 EUR. You must request this in advance, before your arrival.
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