Luxury Villa with Breathtaking Views Swimming Pool Gardens and Garage

• Simply magical ...!

  Simply magical ...!

  • Guest Sonia
  • Date of stay 09/29/12
  • Review Submitted 11/19/12
  Ravello is one of our favourite places on the Amalfi coast and staying in this villa was simply magical. In the past, the villa was mis-managed and as a result, suffered a bit of neglect. Today, however, Tano, the ever-helpful property manager is slowly restoring it to its obvious splendour! This villa can best be described as 'quirky'. Because of all the doors and staircases, it took us a while to understand what was where ... we spent the first two days laughing and calling out to family members because we didn't know how to get from one room to the next. We were four couples and we each had our own bedroom and bathroom (some rooms are more spacious and well appointed than others). There were enough areas for everyone to gather together or simply retreat to a quiet corner. The swimming pool was well maintained on a daily basis and the house was cleaned a few times a week. The house has several outside terraces and a magnificent old tower from where you have absolutely spectacular views; we got up early every single morning to see the sunrise and to see the town slowly awaken ... it was magical! It was a treat to pick tomatoes and eggplants from the garden and lemons and pomegranates from the trees. The house has indoor parking for two small vehicles - definitely a plus! As for the location - it is simply perfect - climbing 152 steps to the centre of town got easier every day ... the walk to town alone kept us fit (it can be done in 8 - 10 minutes)! On foot you accessed the town centre and everything it had to offer and by car, you could easily get to Amalfi and Positano or catch a ferry to Capri. Tano, the property manager, is very helpful ... and what a great cook! He cooked us a meal one night which was simply wonderful! Upon our departure, he was eager to get our input as to how he could improve the villa for the future. The owners are very lucky to have someone as attentive as he is to manage their property. It is the villa with its spectacular views, the magnificent sunrises and the magic of Ravello that will forever stay in our hearts and our memories and we look forward to going back! Sonia & Raymond (Raimondo)

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• The best views of the Amalfi coast, if not Italy!

  The best views of the Amalfi coast, if not Italy!

  • Guest Vicky W.
  • Date of stay 10/15/12
  • Review Submitted 11/01/12
  What a place, what a view, what a great holiday we had! This villa isn't modern, prestine and with all your mod cons some might expect for a holiday home with this price tag, what it is is a quirky, fun and traditional house that is great to explore and with THE best views, not only of the Amalfi coastline, but of Italy. From the garage down at street level, to the terrace on the roof where the sunworshipers caught the last rays, this villa must be over ten floors and it really is a great fun place to explore. It sleeps 10, as long as two people are single and happy to stay in very small rooms. But hey, no-one spent much time in the room when there was the pool to enjoy and the view to take in. As well as the main kitchen there are two further kitchens - outside by the pool and inside by the pool. The perfect place to make lunch for big groups as there is ample cutlery and crockery and glasses available everywhere. Plus there is a dishwasher in the main kitchen and outside kitchen so no-one has to wash up. Other hightlights of the villa are the home grown produce. We weren't sure if we should but we helped ourselves to lemons, and made lemonade, as well as delicious tomatoes, peppers and chillis - wonderful! There is ample seating areas throughout the house for people to sit in groups or alone to have a quite read and get away from things for a while... Beware of the 152 steps up to the town of Ravello. As the week went on it became easier but this isn't for the faint hearted. The pool is a good size and cleaned regularly but it isn't heated so was cold in October. Great places to explore nearby are Positano and Amalfi - Capri was nice but take your credit card!!!!!!!!!!! We had a wonderful time in Ravello and would highly recommend this villa.

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• Wow Wow Wow!!!

  Wow Wow Wow!!!

  • Guest Gemma W.
  • Date of stay 10/15/12
  • Review Submitted 11/01/12
  Well, what can I say about this villa apart from AMAZING! The photo's on the website do not do the property and it's gardens justice. The decor is stunning and has lots of original features but you still have the use of all the modern conveniences. The location is perfect with breathtaking views from almost every angle and the walk to the main square only takes about 5-10 minutes. The swimming pool was cleaned every morning which was brilliant meaning it was ready to use whenever we wished. On top of this there was a cleaner who came in twice during the week who also provided fresh towels. Tano, the manager is just brilliant and so attentive which made our stay out of this world. We had rented the villa as we were getting married in Ravello and Tano helped with dinner reservations, travel, helping us find our way around the town and recommending places to visit for our guests even though some of them were not even staying at the villa taking the stress from myself and my fiance so we are able to focus on relaxing before our big day. We will definitely be back to stay as we could not fault anything with our stay here. Thank you Tano for everything!!

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• Amazing Vacation

  Amazing Vacation

  • Guest Kimberly R.
  • Date of stay 07/14/12
  • Review Submitted 09/13/12
  I recommend without reservation the villa. It mixes the best of antiquity and modern conveniences, with an 11th century tower, mosaic tiles, an updated kitchen and an elevator. It has the perfect location: a quick, 5-10 minute walk to the center of town. It is a bargain; the price does not fluctuate and get more expensive during the high tourist season. Tano, the manager of the villa, was so accommodating that he makes you feel part of his family. On the first day, he met us at the villa and helped us with our luggage and groceries. For that night, he made reservations for us at a fantastic, nontouristy seafood restaurant, which turned out to be our second best meal of the trip. He was also available to answer questions about the town and steer us in the right direction. He cooked our best meal of the trip, our wedding rehearsal dinner, a banquet including pizza, grilled vegetables, various salads, two types of pasta, and tiramisu. The food was delicious and plentiful. All our guests left happy and satisfied.

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