Location: Portovenere, Cinque Terre Area, Liguria, Italy, Europe (Portovenere)
Accommodations: Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Apartment Portovenere is located in the fisherman's village of Portovenere, one of the most beautiful and romantic villages of the Italian Riviera. Portovenere is the perfect hub for visiting the CinqueTerre yet less crowded and less touristy. The apartment is very conveniently located just a five minute walk from the historical center and from local restaurants, supermarkets, beaches, and the ferry dock. From April-October ferries for the CinqueTerre depart approximately once an hour.
Apartment Portovenere is a two bedroom one bathroom apartment with a fantastic view and a small terrace overlooking the Poet's Gulf. Upon entering to your right is the dining table that seats up to six and the living room area with a big window that overlooks the panoramic terrace. To your left is a small but totally renovated new kitchen with microwave, dishwasher,coffee maker,etc. There are two bedrooms. One of the bedrooms has two single beds and the master bedroom has a queen-size bed and two extra bunk beds for children. The master bedroom also has a great view. The bathroom has a bathtub and a hand held shower. There is also a washing machine and air conditioning.
This is the perfect set up for two couples or for a family. Upon request the owner can supply her guests with baby equipment such as bed, stroller, car seat, etc. The owner is American and supplies a very helpful housebook with lots of local information. She is also available during your stay for any assistance or questions you might have. For those wishing to visit the area without a car, the owner is happy to pick guests up upon arrival at the train station in La Spezia. A driver is available at extra cost for those wishing to be picked up at the airport.
For larger groups of 8 there is the possibility to separately rent a second apartment very similar to the one described above in the next door building. Great for two families or a larger group of friends. Weekly rentals normally Saturday-Saturday.
The owner also owns a larger inland villa in the vicinity of the CinqueTerre for larger groups of 6-10 people which is also listed on VRBO#108406.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Linens Provided
- Garage: Just below the apartment
- Beds
- King Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony: With 2 chairs and a small table
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
Rate Details (In Euro)
Nov-Mar .. € 800/week.
Mar-May .. €1200/week.
Jun-Aug .. €1500/week.
Sep-Oct .. €1200/week.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1965
My name is Sarah Ferrari and I have been living in Italy for 18 years. I found my love in Portofino....my husband Franco almost 15 years ago. I was so lucky to move to the beautiful area of La Spezia which offers so many alternatives for an outdoorsey like myself. My husband's family has owned this property since it was constructed in the 60's along with a few other properties in the area and I have been managing it for over 10 years and catering to mostly American and Australian clients.
The Unique Benefits of this Apartment
While staying at my property in Portovenere, if you let yourself go you will be immersed in the typical small village life that Portovenere has to offer. Away from the hussle and bussle of some of the art cities, here you will be in contact with the village people and an authentic atmosphere. Daily activities are sipping wine,people watching,dining at a good seafood restaurant and taking a ferry to one of the CinqueTerre...I know....it's a hard life but somebody has to do it!!!
Property Photos
- Panoramic terrace with view of Poet's Gulf - Liguria, Italy Accommodation Rental
- Living room with view - Liguria, Italy Accommodation Rental
- Master Bedroom - Liguria, Italy Accommodation Rental
- kitchen
- Characteristic Village of Portovenere
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We have enjoyed our too brief visit to your grand apartment. It was comfortable and well-equipped, and the view over the bay, with all the boats and the mountains in the distance took our breath away. It was so good, a perfect base for day-trips, though my wife and I preferred sticking around, eating, drinking, walking, and swimming. This is a very nice place. We are glad and lucky that we got to see it. Thank you for your hospitality.
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We have enjoyed our too brief visit to your grand apartment. It was comfortable and well-equipped, and the view over the bay, with all the boats and the mountains in the distance took our breath away. It was so good, a perfect base for day-trips, though my wife and I preferred sticking around, eating, drinking, walking, and swimming. This is a very nice place. We are glad and lucky that we got to see it. Thank you for your hospitality.
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We arrived wondering whether 2 weeks might be too long to spend in such a small and isolated location. We leave knowing we didn’t spend nearly enough time in this magical setting… We enjoyed exploring fascinating places like the Cinque Terre (the hike was great!), Lucca, Pisa, Tellaro, and Portofino. But the best times of all were spent right here in Portovenere experiencing the incredible scenery, the intriguing history, and the friendly people! Especially memorable..the ever changing view from the balcony…wondering what cruise ship or exotic yacht would appear next in the harbor…watching the full moon rise through the clouds over Palmaria and seeing an early morning lightning storm over Tellaro…the scent of lemon trees and jasmine..the fireflies..our regular table at “La Medusa”….pesto and gelato….etc…etc..etc!!! Thank you, Sarah, for enabling us to sample the innumrable delights of Portovenere!!! Bridges family Marblehead,Massachusetts
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April 27,2002 Dear Sarah, We came here thinking that the Cinque Terre was the highlight, but we found that Portovenere and your wonderful apartment to be the treasure. We are San Fransisco Bay and Pacific Ocean people; so we found it difficult to express our joy at the view of the channel, the bay, and the island. We are seasoned travellers and have neverfound an apartment with every appliance making life so easy. You have our sincere appreciation. Bill Justice San Francisco