Sleeps | 8 |
Bedrooms | 4 |
Bathrooms | 3 |
Space | 3,767 sq. ft. |
Property type | villa |
Minimum Stay | 5 nights |
Amalfi: In the 8th century Amalfi became a strong element of history as one of the Sea Republics besides Venice, Genua and Pisa. Here was written and is still to be seen the first codex for maritime rights. Every fourth year the visitor can experience the famous regatta in antique boats between the old republics and indulge into the glamour and wealth of ancient customs and celebrations of middle age times. Here stood the first European paper mills whose history and paper production process still can be seen in a beautiful museum. The dome - the main church - and many more places demonstrate the influence of the arabian orient where Amalfi had important trading posts like Damascus and Cairo. One of the hightlights is the arabic cloister beside the dome. Like Venice Amalfi was ruledby a doge which was intronized in Atrani, a small neighbouring sea village which could be reached via Kasbah like alley ways through houses and quarters without touching a street.
The coast: Amalfi is actually the centre of a breathtaking coastal landscape which rises more than 1000 m above the sea. Famous cities and boroughs like Positano and Ravello have contributed to the reputation of the coast, one with its famous guests and attractive textile offers, the other with its history, palaces and an amazing cultural offer. Ravello guards one of the unique Svebian-normannic cathedrals with crypta, bronze portal and normannic influences in interior decoration, a romantic Villa Rufolo in a beautiful garden setting that enchanted Wagner to 'find' his Klingsohr garden of his Parsival opera. Beside the famous music festival with all classic contributions music there are special Wagner music performances at 5 o'clock in the morning with the rising sun above the sea...
And finally the Villa Cimbrone in a unique garden allowing one of the top views of the coast, where many celebreties decided to retreat like Greta Garbo, Winston Churchill, Hery Moore or Gregorovius.
Surroundings and excursions: Although the coast is beautifully protected by high coastal mountains (and a Unesco World heritage itself) Amalfi could be the starting point for the visit of world famous places regarding nature and culture. To start with Capri which can be reached per ship in one hour, Pompeiji, Herculaneum and Stabia - well preserved remainings of once blooming roman cities around the Vesuvio, Vesuvio itself with its spectacluar crater and view over the golf of Naples, Naples - a world of its own with fish markets, Antique shops, elegant shopping streets and cafés, typical living quarters with mediteranian flair, breathtaking museums with unique art treasures or the 'campi flegri' - seismic areas where hot sulfur steam and mud bubbles invited romans to enjoy hot baths. Caserta - the Versailles of Italy, Paestum with the best preserved Greek temples on earth. And Cilento with its white sandy beaches and the beautiful buffalo mozerella in the hinterland.
We had a wonderful time in Amalfi, this villa is beautifully decorated, spotless and offers amazing views from every balcony! Owner Friedrich was very responsive and offered many great suggestions. Caretakers Rita and Luigi prepared two wonderful meals during our stay and Luigi gave us great advice! Everything from running appliances to getting down to Amalfi and taking the bus back to the villa! You definitely want to take the bus back up instead of climbing all the steps! If you have a car, it is definitely worth renting the garage. We had many great days in Amalfi and explored some of the smaller towns like Ravello. We also took the boat to Positano, which I would recommend. The views of the coast from the water are beautiful. This was such an amazing place, would highly recommend!
We had a wonderful time in Amalfi. The villa exceeded our expectations. Spotless large rooms, beautiful outdoor terraces on every floor including a lemon garden and every amenity needed to feel at home. Plus we had never ending views. We were celebrating our honeymoon with our very good friends. Our hosts planned a traditional Italian dinner for us on the top terrace overlooking the sea. Delicious. Such special memories for all of us. We would highly recommend.
Two families with 4 adults and 4 kids from 13 to 17. This place was fantastic. So much room with so many indoor and outdoor spaces. The garden and grounds were fabulous. The lemon trees were amazing! Kids had a great time making lemon aid daily. By far though the best part of our stay was having Rita and Luigi come in each night to make all of us dinner. Seafood pasta was the best I've ever had and I need the recipe. Don't miss out on this treat if just one night or every night possible. Wife has said this was the best vacation ever!!!!
This is a spectacular property, gracious and well-appointed house, but there are 143 un-even, stone steps down to the house. This means that there are 143 steps back up! Not suitable for senior citizens or someone with orthopedic restrictions. Once you get to the house, it is really marvelous, but you have to consider no private parking [ on the street] and difficulty with luggage, grocery bags, etc. We were six, fit seniors and we had quite a dilemma. Advise anyone who rents to take this into consideration.
WOW what a great villa, in a great area, so beautiful. View is to die for from almost any room in home. This was the perfect place for our family. Eight of us stayed at villa and 5 stayed in hotel Excelsior just up the hill from villa. During the day and evening everyone was there and the home is so spacious, plenty of room for comfort and conversations. Kitchen was great, and daughters has great time cooking great fresh food, after shopping in local markets. Caretaker of villa, Rita, graciously came one night and fixed a big Italian meal for daughters birthday dinner, more fun that way than trying to fine restaurant to hold us all. Lots of steps down to city, but once you do them a few days, just get used to it. It was a wonderful vacation, and I would recommend villa and Amalfi to everyone and anyone, (who can do a lot of steps) Owners are very gracious and helpful. Did everything via e-mail, but it worked beautifully. A wonderful property.
Typical does not describe this home in any way. This home is NOT typical. The views are to die for. The house is immaculate , roomy and worthy of a Five star rating. Perfect for. Family gathering or 3-4 couples who want an awesome experience. We sat of the veranda every night and had dinner and every. Or I got as we had breakfast. Book it now or you will be sorry you missed this experience. There are many stairs to negotiate here so if you are not physically fit or with someone who is-they will need to take your luggage up and down the many stairs-do not stay here. Just a great stay!!
Pet Fee | $0 |
If you rent the object for 3 full weeks, there will be a 10% price reduction granted. 4 weeks or more are subject to special price arrangements. We rent 5 nights minimum.
If you decide for automated payment with your credit card, the system will charge you and the landlord a service charge fee, possible charges in case of storno and delivers often incorrect rental prices. You can avoid it if you arrange a direct bank transfer. In this case we do not ask for prepayment nor deposit fees. And you can pay up to three months before you start your trip.
Bei der Anmietung des Objektes für drei Wochen 10 % Preisnachlass, ab 4 Wochen Sonderarrangement. Das Haus ist mietbar ab 5 Nächten. Sie können an einem beliebigen Tag an- und abreisen, der Preis entspricht dann der Übernachtungszahl x Tagespreis) pro Woche. (z.B. 1950 € : 7 = 280 €x Anzahl der Tage), in der Hochsaison 2200 € : 7 = 315 €).
Sollten Sie die automatische Buchung via Kreditkarte wählen, so hat dies Gebühren für den Mieter wie auch Vermieter zu Folge, Verzögerungen bei Storno und oft Unregelmäßigkeiten bei der Mietpreisstellung.
Sie können dies vermeiden, wenn Sie eine normale Bankenüberweisung vornehmen, der Vermieter fordert keine Vorauszahlung oder Sicherheitskredit. Die Zahlung kann bis drei Monate vor dem Reiseantritt erfolgen.
Sie können eine Garage anmieten zum Zusatzpreis von 70 € pro Woche,