Villa Rental in Liguria, Italy

Casa Elena

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About the Experience
This Italian villa rental in Liguria, near La Spezia, is great for couples or families and friends traveling together, especially with children. Here you will find plenty of garden space for recreation, lounging, or dining, and a pool within sight of the house and the outdoor dining terrace. Comfortably furnished in traditional Provencal style, you will find enjoyment both indoors and out at this northern Italy vacation villa in Liguria. The area around this Italian riviera rental villa is also great for exploration, whether you are using the mountain bikes to pick up fresh vegetables in the local village, or driving to La Spezia and the Cinque Terre.
Location
The farmhouse is located 12 km from La Spezia in Canevolivo, near Beverino. It enjoys a convenient location for day trips to Portofino, Lucca, Firenze, the marble quarries of Carrara, Pisa, and the entire Ligurian coast (including the famous towns of the Cinque Terre). The autostrada is only a fifteen-minute drive from the property. There is a stable offering riding nearby.
Exterior Description
Recently restored, this charming farmhouse dates back to the 1700's. It features attractive country decor, including French fabrics and handmade linens in the bedrooms. Entering the villa’s private gates, there is a beautiful outdoor area equipped with garden furniture. There is also a lovely swimming pool. The entire property is surrounded by tall hedges and the house is 300 meters away from the nearest neighbor, providing complete privacy. For children there is a small playground area and plenty of room for running around. The outdoor dining area is covered and perfect for entertaining near the pool.
Interior Description
Ground floor: Just beyond the entrance gate there is a separate indoor dining/entertaining area with a bar, focaccia and pizza oven, fireplace, and a table for up to 10 people. In this room there are two antique motorcycles along with many other memorabilia and a small bathroom. The entrance to the house proper leads into the new, fully equipped country kitchen and a living room with fireplace. There is also a large bathroom with a Jacuzzi tub.
First floor: Here you will find a game room with a pool table and three bedrooms. The master bedroom has a queen-size bed and an en suite bathroom with a hydro-shower. There is also a twin-bedded room (can be joined upon request) and a double bedroom. They share a bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower. Above the game room there is also beautiful loft with two single beds (can be pushed together upon request) and a small gym with weights. Upon request, a crib, high chair, and stroller are available.
Features
Available Amenities: Washing machine, private swimming pool, billiard table, 2 hours of housekeeping 3 days per week, 4 mountain bikes, and garden/pool maintenance.
Extra Services: The following are listed as an aid for trip planning; the services and prices are approximate and cannot be guaranteed by Rentvillas. All extra services are payable locally in cash.
  • Private chef: typically 35 euros per person for a full meal.

  • Nearby Attractions: La Spezia, Canevolivo, Cinque Terre
    Property Seasons & Rates (USD)
    Date Range Weekly         Min
    Stay
    Jun-02-2007 - Sep-29-2007 $5,680 1 wk
    Sep-29-2007 - Oct-27-2007 $4,793 1 wk
    Jul-12-2008 - Jul-26-2008 $5,680 1 wk
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    Arrival Times
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    Sat 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Conditions *

    Security Deposit
    Upon arrival at the property you are required to pay to the property representative a security deposit payable in cash. The security deposit will be returned to you prior to your departure minus any extra charges or accidental damages to the property. The listed security deposit is: 700 EUR

    Additional Expenses
    If available, telephone is extra and charged according to consumption.
    Minimum final cleaning charge: 150 EUR
    Heating charged according to consumption.

    Other Notes
    If available, heating is allowed by Italian law only from November 1 to April 1 with exceptions made for extreme weather.
    Upon request a cell phone is available for rent for 50 Euros a week with a 10 euro credit on the phone included.
    Clients are expected to depart the property by 10:00 am, unless otherwise indicated.
    If available, cook service must be arranged at least two months prior to arrival and is subject to the availability of the cook.

    * These prices and conditions may change based on your arrival date and length of stay. For exact conditions, please click on the View Availability button, enter your dates, and then click on View Pricing and Conditions.

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    Customer Reviews
    Based on 16 Reviews
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    Enjoyed Most:
    It was beautiful!! Worth every penny. It is perfect for children.
    Unpleasant Surprises:
    I wish they had a DVD that would play or read American movies for the kids at night.
    Surrounding Area:
    Pisa, Portofino, Portovenere, Carrara, Cinque Terra, the beach.

    July, 2007

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    Enjoyed Most:
    The backyard is absolutely gorgeous. Sarah, the house manager, was extremely helpful.
    Unpleasant Surprises:
    Loud neighbors and the interior dining room.
    Surrounding Area:
    There are lots of great places within an hour's drive - Cinque Terre and other coastal towns.
    Nearby Events or Locales:
    Beverino was the nearest small town - not within walking distance.

    June, 2007

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    Overall:
    A great place to come back to after day trips to Cinque Terre, Tuscany, etc. Provided a real family-bonding experience.
    Enjoyed Most:
    The charcter of the property and the amenites: pizza oven, pool, table tennis, billiard table, kids play equipment.
    Unpleasant Surprises:
    Power cutting out, and lots of flies
    Surrounding Area:
    Local village, restaurant, and rural, mountain outlook.
    Nearby Events or Locales:
    Beverino
    Tips or Restaurants:
    Caudios was an excellent local experience...good food, great value, friendly people and no English.
    Check In Out:
    Owners really lovely, helpful, but lack of English.

    October, 2006

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    Property Details
    Sleeps: 6 - 8
    Single Bedrooms: 0
    Double Bedrooms: 3
    Bathrooms: 3
    Type: Farmhouse
    Property #: 14677
    Nearest Town:
    La Spezia
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