VILLA SMERALDA

VILLA SMERALDA
Citr code: 011022-LT-0813

Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 5, Bathrooms 3
Porto Venere, Cinque Terre – Liguria, Italy

Villa Smeralda is located in the fisherman’s village of Porto Venere (listed by New York Times as one of the top 45 most beautiful places to visit on earth and one of the UNESCO world heritage sites), not to mention one of the most beautiful and romantic villages of the Italian Riviera! Porto Venere is the perfect hub for visiting the Cinque Terre yet less crowded and less touristy.
The villa is very conveniently located just a few steps from the shore and a few meters from the historical center and local restaurants, supermarkets, beaches, and the ferry dock. From April-October ferries regularly depart for the Cinque Terre villages.
Villa Smeralda is five bedroom, three bathrooms property, with a fantastic view and a nice garden overlooking Portvenere’s channel and Palmaria island. Equipped with all comforts and an outdoor patio, great for a dinner with a spectacular view of the sea or for sipping a good glass of local wine.
Upon entering, on the left the stairs that access the first floor, on the same level (ground floor) the master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, the living/dining room area with a small but renovated kitchen (with dishwasher, washing machine, coffee maker, and essentials) connected to the Mediterranean garden fully equipped with furniture and barbecue.
On the first floor, there are 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1 single room with 2 single beds.
All rooms overlook a long terrace with a romantic sea view.
The property is the perfect setup for two or more couples, a family, or a large group. Parking for 3 cars is at disposal of the guests. For those wishing to visit the area without a car, a driver is available at extra cost for any demand including being picked up at the airport or upon departure.

ACCOMMODATION

Ground floor: Living/dining room, Kitchen, Double bedroom (bedroom 130 cm) en-suite bathroom with shower.
First floor: Two double bedrooms (King size beds), Double bedroom with bed 140 x 190 cm plus single bed 90×200 cm, Twin-room with two single beds 90×200 cm, two bathrooms ( 1 with shower 1 with bathtub).

Grounds: Patio, garden, and relaxing area with sea view
Private parking: 2/3 cars

NOTE: since to reach the villa you need to take a flight of stairs we do not recommend the villa to elder or disabled people.

DISTANCES

Closest village: the apartment is situated just in Porto Venere village at 200 mts from the sea
Closest town: Porto Venere
Distance to shopping: grocery shop for essential food Porto Venere 300 mt
Closest restaurant: “Iseo” Porto Venere, “La Chiglia” Porto Venere, “Locanda Lorena” Palmaria island
Other restaurants & pubs: Le Grazie 5 mins by car, La Spezia 15 min. by car, Sarzana 30 mins by car, Lerici 30 mins by car
Closest beaches/sea: Porto Venere, Palmaria island 3 min by boat, Cinque Terre 20 mins by ferry boat, Portofino 40 mins by Ferry Boat
Closest bus stop: 300 mt
Nearest highway: La Spezia 13 km
Nearest train station: La Spezia 13 km
Nearest Airport: Pisa (PSA) 50 mins by car

SITES OF INTEREST

Cinque Terre: ferry companies depart daily from the Marina of Porto Venere
Schedules and information:
Beaches: Porto Venere, Cinque Terre 25 mins by car, Fiascherino and Tellaro 45 mins by car, Lerici 30 mins by car
Places to see: Cinque Terre: 15 km by car, Sarzana: 34 Km, Lerici: 24 Km, Fiascherino/Tellaro: 28 km, Montemarcello: 32 Km, Portofino: 90 km, Genova: 100 km, Carrara/marble quarries: 47 km, Versilia/Forte Dei Marmi: 60 km, Pisa: 80 km, Lucca: 90, Firenze: 164 km.

THE PRICE INCLUDES

• All linen and towels
• All utilities
• WiFi Internet Access
• Water, gas, electricity
• Gardener
• Car parking for two (three cars on request)

THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Security Deposit: Euro 500,00 cash on arrival and refunded on departure.
• Final cleanings: Euro 200,00
• Heating: Euro 50,00  / Day (winter season only)
• Porter: Euro 30,00 on demand (check-in / check-out)

EXTRA COST

Advance notice may be required:

• Villa pre-stocking
• Airport transfer
• Activities and excursions
• Laundry service
• Cook service
• Midweek cleanings

RENTAL CONDITIONS

• 1-week minimum stay
• Rentals are from Saturday to Saturday
• Short rentals considered on request
• Arrival between 4 and 8 p.m.
• Departure by 10.00
• Car essential
• Child friendly