Location: Castiglione Chiavarese, Liguria, Italy, Europe (7 miles from beautiful seaside resort of Sestri Levante)
Accommodations: Villa, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 10-11)
Very close to the world-renowned Cinque Terre, just a few minutes from the sea, and overlooking a serene valley, Villa Paola is a free-standing home on one of the hills behind the beautiful seaside resort of Sestri Levante.
The house is surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, and offers all modern conveniences. It is well furnished and sleeps up to 11 people comfortably. The 5 bedrooms and 3 baths are very spacious, and a cozy fireplace graces the living area, . The furnished, covered terrace commands sweeping mountain views, and is ideal for dining al fresco in utmost tranquillity.
A 300-yard uphill walk leads to the medieval village of Castiglione Chiavarese, with all basic services such as bank, pharmacy, coffee bar, newsstand, grocery store and butcher. Our region is blessed by proximity to the sea as well as to the cooling mountains. The gentle climate and superb access to picturesque little towns, wonderful beaches, and varied neighboring areas make Liguria very special. Castiglione Chiavarese offers incomparable peace and serenity, as well as a wealth of trails for hiking and mountain biking. Horses can be rented locally for beautiful walks in the wooded hills facing the house.
The charming resort town of Sestri Levante is just 15 minutes away along a winding country road to the sea. This magical place is located on a peninsula that juts into the Ligurian sea and is graced by two blissful bays, one known to Byron and Shelley as the Bay of Silence for its calm waters, and the other named by Hans Christian Andersen as the Bay of Fables.
There are sandy and pebbled beaches, riding stables, tennis courts, and boat and bicycle rental shops. Sestri also offers a variety of dining and shopping options: restaurants with breathtaking views and excellent cuisine, the best gelato in the region , fashionable boutiques, elegant cafes, and a romantic promenade along the sea.
Within reasonable driving distances from Villa Paola, you can explore Liguria and beyond. Moneglia and Sestri are within 15 minutes drives, Chiavari, Rapallo or Camogli within 30, Santa Margherita and Portofino, 40. The Cinque Terre are quickly and easily accessible by boat or train from Sestri Levante, Genoa is 45 minutes away, Lucca, Pisa, Parma 90, San Remo, Ventimiglia, Milan or Modena, 2 to 3 hours.
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
GROUND FLOOR:
Living/dining room with fireplace, TV and doors to the furnished, covered terrace. Cottage style furnishing: table for 10 people, cupboard containing tablecloths, napkins, silverware, dishes and wine/water/champagne glasses for 10/12 people. Queen size sofa-bed, two armchairs. Central heating.
Kitchen with fridge, stove top, and oven. Breakfast table for four. Granite counter tops. Dishes, cups, glasses and silverware for 10/12 people. Complete set of pots and pans. Toaster, coffee-maker. Central heating.
Bedroom with doors to the terrace, Queen-size bed, wardrobe, dresser, 2 night-tables, 2 chairs. Central heating.
Bedroom with Queen-size bed, wardrobe, 2 night tables, dresser, 1 armchair. Folding crib for children up to 2 years of age, if required. Central heating.
Bathroom with tub and shower. Central heating. Laundry room with washing machine.
Covered terrace: table for twelve people, chairs and deckchairs, bar-cart.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom with a Queen-size bed, 2 night-tables, closet with built-in dresser, mirror, 1 armchair. Sloping ceiling and skylight for window. Central heating.
Bedroom with two single beds, sofa, wardrobe, dresser and TV. Sloping ceiling. Bathroom with shower. Central heating.
BASEMENT: bedroom with Queen size bed, wardrobe, dresser, chair, window. Central heating. Bathroom with shower. Central heating.
At Villa Paola, you will experience the warmth of Italian hospitality, and you will immediately feel at home. Due to its spaciousness, the house is ideal for families with children. Many of our former guests will be glad to tell you all about it, since references are available upon request.
Come to Villa Paola, and we promise you will have one of the most pleasant vacations ever!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio: Front porch
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
RATES FOR 4 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHROOMS OPTION
Nov 1 - Feb 28 .. $ 1900/week (utilities & heating costs included)
Mar 1 - Oct 31 .. $ 2200/week (utilities included)
RATES FOR 5 BEDROOMS AND 3 BATHROOMS OPTION
Nov 1 - Feb 28 .. $2200/week (utilities & heating costs included)
Mar 1 - Oct 31 .. $2500/week (utilities included)
Final cleaning fee: 100 Euros, to be paid locally upon arrival.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Villa Paola - Exterior - Liguria Villa Rental in Castiglione Chiavarese Italy
- Villa Paola - The covered terrace - Liguria Villa Rental in Castiglione Chiavarese Italy
- Villa Paola - Corner of the living/dining room area - Liguria Villa Rental in Castiglione Chiavarese Italy
- Villa Paola - Bedroom with access to the terrace
- Villa Paola - The dining room
- Fifth bedroom in basement
- Fifth bedroom in basement
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Carole Souvenir & Don Hendrickson , Portland, Oregon
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Scott , Encinitas, CA
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Nancy & Frank LaRuffa , Brookeville, MD
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Mark Sneesby , Athens, Greece
Homeowner Response:
Thank you for your nice words and very useful feedback. We will certainly upgrade the satellite subscription, and we will connect it to the downstairs TV. We were delighted to have you and your wonderful family as our guests. Paola
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Robert Cornell , San Francisco, California
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Paul Down , London, UK
Homeowner Response:
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Down, Thank you for your kind words, and for your feedback on the mattresses. I will take care of the problem as soon as I get to Italy on 06/26/07. Best regards, Paola Foster
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