Guests say
Casa Arnella in Portovenere receives high praise for its cleanliness, modern amenities, and prime location with sea views. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the property's proximity to local attractions. The villa is well-furnished, offering a comfortable stay for families and equipped for a relaxing holiday. The availability of bicycles and private parking adds convenience for exploring the area.
Guests consistently commend the cleanliness of the property, noting the well-maintained rooms and overall tidiness, which contributes to a pleasant stay.
The property boasts a tactical location with stunning sea views, close to beaches, the town centre, and within easy reach of regional attractions, making it an ideal base for exploration.
The villa's furnishings and suitability for different needs, along with its cosy atmosphere, ensure a comfortable experience for guests.
The property is well-equipped with modern facilities, including a kitchen and washing machine. The provision of bicycles and private parking is highly appreciated by guests.
While guests mention excellent communication and support from the property owners, there is no specific reference to gifts or special thoughtful touches in the reviews, so this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Just metres from the shore in beautiful Porto Venere, this wonderful two-bed home is just a walk away from shops, restaurants and the shore – perfect for a seaside getaway. With the harbour at your doorstep, you can admire the fishing boats that sit on beautiful blue waters from your bougainvillea clad balcony.
The casa’s interior fits in perfectly with its surroundings; marine décor consisting of ornamental boats, stunning pictures and various sea-themed furnishings give it a unique character. This charm is consistent throughout, each room decorated with great character that brings comfort and homeliness. The spiral staircase that connects the two floors together is a stunning addition to casa and leads to a beautiful master bedroom with sea-view and a pretty twin.
Nothing beats a cool glass of wine while taking in the breathtaking views the first floor boasts – watch the picturesque boats as they rest at the port in the distance and the blue water ahead of you glistening in the sunshine. Read your favourite book on the master bedroom’s balcony while resting on a deck chair or enjoy a meal al fresco in the pretty Italian front garden, whether its breakfast in the sunshine or dinner in the moonlight.
Just across from the sea in the beautiful village of Porto Venere, you can follow the coast and within a ten-minute walk you can be in the heart of the historic village exploring winding lanes, admiring pastel-coloured houses and enjoying wonderful Ligurian meals with amazing views. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it’s not hard to see why this fishing village is so loved for its charm and beauty.
Explore further amazing landscapes by taking the boat up to the Cinque Terre National Park and discover the five idyllic villages and the incredible walking paths between them. The beautiful beaches and villages of the Golf of Poets, just south of La Spezia, are also worth discovering as are the cities of Lucca and Pisa for a spectacular day out.
Casa Arnella enjoys a prime position just metres from the sea in Porto Venere – just step out of your front garden, cross the road and there’s a little beach with sun-beds and umbrellas and lovely views towards the harbour.
Wander along the coast and within about 10-minutes you will reach the heart of Porto Venere, a unesco World Heritage site which has been voted as one of the most beautiful places in the world with its glorious setting, historic winding lanes and lovely pastel-coloured houses on the sea-front. The old town is a maze of narrow lanes and picturesque houses to explore or head out to the national park where there are some excellent hiking trails.
Keen hikers and lovers of natural beauty should head to the nearby islands, just a short boat trip away, where there are some wonderful walks across the Regional Natural Park of Porto Venere on the islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto.
You can also take a ferry or train (from La Spezia) to Cinque Terre National Park, a series of five seaside villages that sit on the stunning Riviera coastline. These beautiful villages are centuries old and filled with many historical wonders, vineyards and harbours. Castello Doria, a fortress that dates back to the 15th century and a 17th century Capuchin monastery, are just some of the ancient sites you can enjoy. You can also soak up the sun on the beaches dotted across the coast and indulge in some gelato sold at the different vendors.
There are many other beautiful villages along the Ligurian coastline (the Golf of Poets) to explore, many just as beautiful as the Cinque Terre yet often with less visitors. Head to the lovely seaside town of Tellaro where you can explore the narrow lanes, dine in a seafood osteria and relax on the stunning beach. Combine with a trip to the harbour town of Lerici on market day whilst keen walkers should follow the winding trail through olive groves to Montemarcello with amazing views of the gulf. Sea-worshippers should also head to the pine-backed beaches in Fiascherino.
For an exciting day trip, drive to the city of Lucca (89km) where you’ll discover incredible architecture around every corner or discover the heart of Italy in Pisa (90km) a city filled with cultural delights such as the Leaning Tower of Pisa and lots of delicious food.
Accommodation
Casa Layout (130m2)
Ground Floor (via steps from front garden)
- Split-level living area with sofa, TV and a dining area seating 6
- Fully-stocked small kitchen with coffee machine, oven, hob, pantry items, dishwasher, fridge, microwave and toaster
- Bathroom with shower
First Floor (via spiral staircase)
- Hallway with single bed
- Master bedroom with double bed, single bed and sea-view balcony
- Twin bedroom (can be converted to double upon request)
- Bathroom with shower, bidet and WC
Outside Grounds
- Front garden/patio with small table and chairs
- Children's play area (swing and slide)
- Small garage for one car (not suitable for SUV/Vans)
Facilities
- Air-conditioning (in the master bedroom only)
- Wi-Fi
- TV
- Heating
- Ironing facilities
Reviews (9)
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Andrew
Communication with Massimo and his colleague, Giulia was prompt, efficient and helpful. Giulia met us at the house for check in and again for departure. The property is in a beautiful position overlooking the bay of Portovenere, only a short walk to the restaurants and bars of the resort. The house benefits from an integral garage - very useful. In summary, this was a perfect base from which to explore Liguria. The property and the support from Massimo and Giulia reached our highest expectations.
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Dasha
We stayed for 5 nights at the end of June. Most pleasant stay, definitely coming back. Massimo was very helpful and easy to reach. Thank you!
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Marina
This was a lovely home for a family vacation. We enjoyed being right by the water and watching the boats early in the morning. We used the kitchen to cook a few meals, and used the washing machine to do our laundry. We wish we could have stayed longer. Portovenere is lovely, has lots to discover and taste, and we did take the boat to visit several Cinque Terre towns. We travelled with a toddler so this location was perfect for us. I did pay extra attention every time our toddler would go up and down the steep creaky stairs in the house.